Our story
The tradition began
in 1991 when brothers Carlo and Antonio Giovannini paired with Roberto Bernardoni and opened opera caffe, utilizing their collective knowledge of running exclusive fine dining restaurants.
They combined fifty years
of culinary experience to design an elegant and upscale interior and to develop an authentic Tuscan menu.
Trattotia La opera caffe
has, since its origin been identified as the finest authentic Italian restaurant in the Gaslamp District of San Diego.
Surrounded by both Horton Plaza
and the San Diego Convention Center, the restaurant proved to be an instant success and quickly distinguished itself for its unique Northern Italian cuisine and innovative decor, making one´s dining experience a memorable one.
La opera caffe has become
a favorite of San Diego´s locals as tourists to the downtown area who enjoy fine food and excellent service.Since its inception, the cuisine has evolved to its present high standard of quality, consistency and innovation.
Our menu is based
on authentic Tuscan tradition updated by the unique culinary design of our chef, Mr. Bernardoni. European service by a knowledgeable staff, historic location, beautiful decor, and great food, make dining at opera caffe a "gastronomic experience".
We are the very proud
recipients of the "Best of the Best Five Star Diamond Award" which puts us, in our category, as one of the top ten restaurants in the entire United States.
We are also winner
of the "Insegna del Ristorante Italiano" award for superior achievement in the culinary arts and "goodwill ambassadors" for all Italian things. From the President of Italy, the Hon, Oscar Luigi Scalfaro.
