The Godfather Restaurant

Welcome to The Godfather Restaurant - Your Destination for Authentic Italian Cuisine

Located at 7878 Clairemont Mesa Blvd in the vibrant city of San Diego, California, The Godfather Restaurant is your ultimate destination for all your dining needs. Just a phone call away at (858) 560-1747, The Godfather Restaurant is your reliable partner in the intricate world of food and dining.

The Godfather Restaurant is not just a restaurant. It’s an Italian monument in downtown San Diego providing authentic cuisine from the hills of Italy¹. Established in 1974, The Godfather is a sophisticated and classy establishment that centers around generational recipes from both Northern and Southern Italy¹. Over the years, the quality of food and standard of service has never declined and thus garnered The Godfather a national recognition as one of the top twenty-five Italian restaurants in the entire nation¹. The menu is filled with classic favorites based in steak, chicken and pasta².

But don’t just take our word for it. Our reputation precedes us. With a solid 4.7-star rating based on real customer reviews¹², we take pride in delivering top-tier service that surpasses expectations. Here are some of the reviews:

• "A great restaurant for a couple, a family, or even a group. We booked on OpenTable, prior to our trip to San Diego so we would have a nice dinner to bring in the New Year. They texted us a day prior to confirm our… More"²
• "Just stopped in without a reservation and wearing jeans and T-Shirts. We felt a little underdressed, but that didn’t affect the level of service. We were greeted and felt very welcomed and escorted to a table right away. Our server; Sean was very personable, professional…"²
• "Would have been much better without the loud piano player"²

So, if you’re in search of a dependable restaurant that comprehends your needs and delivers solutions that work, look no further than The Godfather Restaurant. We’re here to help your dining experience flourish and thrive in the culinary age.

Our business hours are from Lunch: Monday to Friday 11:00 AM - 2:30 PM, Dinner: Monday to Thursday 5:00 PM - 9:30 PM, Friday 5:00 PM - 10:30 PM, Saturday 4:00 PM - 10:30 PM, Sunday 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM