Asti Ristoranti is a historic Italian restaurant
with old world charm. From the elegant tablecloths, brick walls, and murals one
can feel like they are dining in style. Located on a busy street in the Gaslamp
district there is plenty of foot traffic. One can dine either on the patio or
inside allowing for two different environments. It may be just a touch loud on the patio
during weekend evenings.
Dinner menus include items such as crab cakes for $16
all the way to higher end items such as Gamberoni e
Capesante (Grilled jumbo shrimp and large scallops with fresh herbs,
extra virgin olive oil, and lemon juice) for $30. Lunch
ranges from pizza for $12 to Zuppa di Pesce del Golfo (Cioppino style
Mediterranean seafood, tiger shrimp, fresh fish, jumbo scallops, mussels and
clams in a tomato broth) for $26. The menu has a wide
selection.
This is a fine dining
restaurant and one should expect the quality of service that comes with the
price. Particularly nice are the tables located near the windows. With wood
trim, pictures of visitors on the wall, and the old style window panes it is a
nice place to sit. They offer a bar with a large selection of beverages. Eat
during the week, weekends, or for special occasions. Parking is limited in the
area but valet is available.
728 5th Ave | San Diego, CA 92101
