If you are looking for authentic Italian food in a
historic environment that reflects the small shop life of Italy you may want to
frequent Operacaffe. Located in the busy Gaslamp district of San Diego it
attracts fine dining enthusiasts that seek a unique dining experience. Seafood,
steak and pasta are only part of their main offerings. You can sit on the street
side terrace or inside.
The lights are low and the décor is traditional
European. Antique pictures, cabinets and tapestry line the walls while
traditional table cloths only add to the experience. As a fine dining
establishment they have taken impeccable care to ensure that the atmosphere is
both inviting to guests and providing a romantic ambiance.
There are many restaurants but only one Operacaffe.
If you are a pasta lover try the Ravioli Bascaiola made with mushrooms, sage
and butter sauce. If you are seeking to avoid pasta you can try one of their
salads, meat, or fish offerings. Appetizers and wine are also offered at a
reasonable price. Food is labeled with Italian titles and English ingredients
making it convenient for most customers.
The restaurant hosts authentic northern Italian cuisine.
Southern cuisine is known for its fish, shrimp, and Mediterranean styles while
the northern cuisine is oriented toward cattle, cheese, and butter based sauces
(1).
The owners are from northern Italy and try and bring their northern style to
San Diego.
They have done well bringing into alignment the
style, furniture, price, servicescape, and menu to ensure that there is consistency
in their theme. This is important in helping their core demographic customers
experience authentic Italy and ensure that they want to return. It is a place
that just beacons you to order a glass a wine with your food.
