Pesto Italian Craft Kitchen Mission Valley in San Diego is your local Italian restaurant. Whether you are looking to taste some delicious pizza or pasta, we’ve got what you want. With our great selection of organic, vegan, and vegetarian options, we literally have something for everyone. When you come see us, be sure to check out our full wine and beer menu. We even have gluten-free and health-conscious options to choose from! Give us a call for catering services when you start planning your next event or stop by today.
Airy, contemporary eatery offering Italian signatures from pasta to pizza, plus patio-seating. Based on 895 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.6 stars. Price $$
✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Curbside pickup ✔️ No-contact delivery

Address:
6011 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego, CA 92115
Phone: (619) 393-8359
Website:
Hours
| Friday |
11 AM–9 PM |
| Saturday |
11 AM–9 PM |
| Sunday |
11 AM–9 PM |
| Monday
(Labor Day)
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11 AM–9 PM
Hours might differ
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| Tuesday |
11 AM–9 PM |
| Wednesday |
11 AM–9 PM |
| Thursday |
11 AM–9 PM |
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Reviews
Maria Flores
By far the best Italian food I’ve ever had! Its a beautiful place with great customer service, great place for lunch and dinner. Everything was delicious and very filling, loved the space and outside sitting as well
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Austin Cari
I dont care how good the food is. Charging $23 for a single entree? That’s straight up criminal. If you can’t sell an entree for $15 or less at a casual dining restaurant, maybe you shouldn’t be operating a business in the first place.
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Sahara Estrada Hernandez
Amazing food and great service. 2nd time visiting and always are greeted by team members when we have visited! Love the store options to eat indoors and outside on the patio. We were celebrating my brother’s birthday and felt very happy with the service of the cashier who helped us place our order and accommodating us by turning on the outdoor space heaters so we could enjoy our family dinner outside! 10/10 would recommend to friends and family to visit and enjoy a nice dinner here!
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Divya Patel
Food is excellent must try garlic knots every bite is amazing. Great service people are really nice. Good Italian restaurant ❤️
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Mauricio Marchant
Great people, great food. Gluten free options are delicious. We had cauliflower crust pizzas.
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Jennifer Diaz
This place is great for socializing or a date night. Came here with my husband on a week day at night. The ambience is relaxing and calm, as their not many people. The food is great, overall a perfect place to dine at.
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Stephanie Hughes
I am currently sitting in pesto as I type this and I am blown away by this place. If I could give 10 out of 5 stars I would! Delicious meal, friendly staff, and to top it off, the prices weren’t astronomical. If you visit pesto, get ready to fall in love!
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Ruth P
This is my 2nd time here. First time was like 5-6 years ago. I was craving pesto so I enjoyed the pasta pesto with garlic (yummy!!!!!) and pesto knots, while my husband got the Keto pizza. Yep the cauliflower crust and artichoke, veggie toppings. His was quite delicious. The pistachio cheesecake added to the wonderful lunch.
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Alejandro Cassadas
Great thin crust pizza! Staff was awesome and place had excellent vibes!
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Joe
The food was good. Atmosphere is nice but for the price I was expecting more found it expensive for the value
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