Vigilucciâ??s Trattoria Italiana

The Original! Where Italy and San Diego meet. Occupying the historic spot at the southeast corner of Coast Highway 101 and D Street in Encinitas, Vigilucci's Trattoria is the building that, decades ago, housed the Encinitas Hotel along with Claydon's and John Sturdinvant's old-fashioned soda fountains. Open for nearly two decades, Vigilucci's Trattoria, with its largely Italian staff, is not only a favorite of North County diners, but also Italians across the county who liken the fare to that served in Italy. A favorite among locals is our dog-friendly patio, a great place to watch passers-by in vibrant downtown Encinitas.

Restaurateur Roberto Vigilucci is passionate about food. The Carlsbad resident hails from Milano, Italy, where families are raised in the kitchen and food is a centerpiece of the culture.

After coming to the United States in the mid-1980s and long sensing a need for classic Italian cuisine in San Diego, Roberto opened his first restaurant, Vigilucci's Trattoria, in 1994. Located in downtown Encinitas, a surfer's paradise steeped in rich history, the Trattoria was an instant success and has since become one of San Diego's most popular dining spots.

Since opening the doors to the Trattoria, Vigilucci has successfully launched six additional restaurants up and down the San Diego County coast from Carlsbad to Coronado.

In 1999, Vigilucci's Cucina Italiana opened on historic State Street in the Carlsbad Village. The Cucina's authentic Italian cuisine and award-winning wine list provide a unique and memorable escape to the flavors of the Tuscan countryside.

In 2001, Robbie's opened in the heart of Leucadia and continues to offer locals and visitors a bit of everything ' unique California fusion cuisine, forty-five microbrews, an award-winning wine list, live jazz and blues by San Diego's best musicians and sporting events on a gallery of high definition widescreen televisions. A hearty breakfast is served on Sundays.

Three years later, Vigilucci's Ristorante & Pizzeria opened right next door and features a floor to ceiling wood-fired pizza oven, full menu, private courtyard and an attached bungalow ideal for dinner parties with friends and family.

Vigilucci's Seafood & Steakhouse ' on the corner of Tamarack and Pacific Coast Highway overlooking the Pacific Ocean ' truly offers dining excellence in San Diego North. The restaurant features only certified prime steaks and the freshest seafood topped by 180-degree ocean and sunset views. A delicious Brunch is featured on Sundays.

In late 2007, Vigilucci ventured south to open Vigilucci's Ristorante La Jolla in the heart of the La Jolla Village. The restaurant has an elegant, yet casually upscale atmosphere where diners enjoy traditional Italian cuisine. A lively happy hour and 'see and be seen' bar environment. On Sundays a delicious brunch is available.

In the spring of 2009, Vigilucci's Ristorante Coronado debuted on in the resort town of Coronado. Featuring pastas, veal, seafood and prime steaks, the restaurant has quickly become a favorite of locals and vacationers alike. An outdoor patio overlooks Orange Avenue, while the interior includes a beautiful wall-to-wall waterfall and views of the ocean and Point Loma. A delicious Brunch is featured on Sundays.

Vigilucci's also offers full scale catering services and can provide fully customized menus for every occasion and group size. All of the restaurants are equipped to accommodate parties and special events, or you can opt to have a classic Italian dinner delivered to your location. A Gourmet Market is scheduled to open adjacent to Vigilucci's Cucina Italiana in Carlsbad in 2011.

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Monday	Open	11:00	22:00
Tuesday	Open	11:00	22:00
Wednesday	Open	11:00	22:00
Thursday	Open	11:00	22:00
Friday	Open	11:00	22:30
Saturday	Open	11:00	22:30
Sunday	Open	10:00	22:00