This is my 2nd time here. First time was like 5-6 years ago. I was craving pesto so I enjoyed the pasta pesto with garlic (yummy!!!!!) and pesto knots, while my husband got the Keto pizza. Yep the cauliflower crust and artichoke, veggie toppings. His was quite delicious. The pistachio cheesecake added to the wonderful lunch.???????????????????????????????? My husband like the relaxing vibe and we will be coming here more often. Nice sized parking.
Came to this fine establishment by recommendation of a friend. I was pleasantly surprised! Centrally located on El Cajon Blvd in San Diego, Pesto Italian Craft Kitchen is that place you want to go to bring a “1st Date”. It’s not too much and is suitable for everyone. Let me explain. They’ve got convenient parking in the rear. They’ve got super-friendly staff that greet you as you enter. They’ve got bar-seating, indoor seating and patio seating. They’ve got pick-up/take-out and dine-in options. They’ve got a relaxing ambiance that’s not too classy and not too trendy. It’s just right. It feels cozy and yet spacious. They’ve got televisions that vary from the Food network to sports and so it lends a little towards everyone. Their music really set the mood. They were bumping classics from Frank Sinatra, to Dean Martin, to Stan Getz and then towards closing time, they played some more upbeat music. I REALLY appreciated their super-clean bathroom too. Their service was prompt & constant. Interesting enough, I believe you’re supposed to order & pay up-front at the desk and then seat yourself and you will be served. When I came in, I gave them my card, ordered a drink, opened a tab and took the menus to my seating. They came with my first drink and then I was still able to place orders with the waitress. So, that was my work-around to not have to get up all the time. The waitress also brought me plenty of beer samples, so I had a great drinking experience and ordered many. Their salads looked phenomenal and their paninis amazing! But in the end, I ordered a custom pizza. I got the ‘Farmstand’ and requested bbq chicken added. It was flawless! The basil was fresh, the sundried tomatoes were poppin and the goat cheese was perfect! (I’d like to add that they also have gluten-free options with their cauliflower crust and that was is fantastic) The only “con” I experienced is that I wished the waitress would have reminded me that it was Happy Hour and up-sold me more drinks! Lol! Overall, I really had a great experience at Pesto Italian Craft Kitchen and I recommend it to anyone who wants to pay fair prices for a great dining experience.
Let me start off with Maya is the best and the rest of the staff is awesome too! First time there and was impressed with not only the food but the service too! Pesto Perfecto pizza, Penne Diavolo and Pestofredo. Also had the Garlic Knots topped with pesto! Thanks for the wonderful service and food!!
