Piacere Mio – Italian
This charming Italian escape invites guests into a space where the warmth of traditional hospitality meets a vibrant, soul-warming menu. Tables are adorned with artfully plated carpaccio and pillows of creamy burrata, while the rich, earthy notes of gorgonzola polenta and crisp calamari transport diners to the heart of the Mediterranean. Every bite celebrates the simple elegance of authentic flavors in a setting that feels like a spirited home away from home.
16490 Paseo del Sur, San Diego CA 92127 https://piaceremiodelsur.com/Rating: 4/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: Italian
Price range: $$
Dietary options: keto, low-carb, vegetarian, gluten-free, nut-free, high-protein, dairy-free, vegan, mediterranean, pescatarian, diabetic, sugar-free, heart-healthy, low-fat, plant-based, whole30, paleo, atkins, south-beach, clean-eating, high-fiber, anti-inflammatory, low-cholesterol, raw-food, volumetrics, tlc, detox, alkaline, mayo-clinic, slow-carb, candida, lectin-free
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:30 AM - 2:45 PM
- Sunday - Thursday
- 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM, Fr, Sa 16:00 - 9:30 PM
What diners are saying
Celebrated for its appetizing and well-prepared seafood, guests consistently rave about the delicious flavors that make it a top choice for special occasions. Reviewers highlight the polite and attentive service, noting that the inviting space creates a warm atmosphere where diners feel truly satisfied.
Menu
Antipasti
- Prosciutto E Burrata - $18: Sliced Parma prosciutto and burrata cheese Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, Lectin-Free
- Caprese Piacere Mio - $17: Fresh burrata cheese with Heirloom tomatoes and basil Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Raw-Food, Mayo-Clinic
- Carpaccio Di Carne - $17: Sliced marinated beef (aged 14 days) served with arugula and shaved Parmesan cheese Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Raw-Food, Lectin-Free
- Bruschetta - $14: Grilled bread topped with cherry tomatoes, mozzarella, and pesto Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Polenta Con Agnello - $19: Soft corn meal with lamb ragu Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Polenta Gorgonzola e Funghi - $18: Soft cornmeal with Gorgonzola cheese and mushrooms Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Brie Alla Milanese - $17.5: Deep-fried brie cheese on marinara sauce, topped with shaved parmesan cheese and bacon Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Calamari Fritti - $19: Deep-fried calamari with shrimp and zucchini Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Carciofi - $18: Marinated artichoke hearts with Kalamata olives and shaved Parmigiano Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Mayo-Clinic
- Salmone Affumicato - $18.5: Smoked salmon, citrus marinated, topped with arugula, red onions and capers Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Polpette Vegane - $17: Eggplant vegan meatballs in a marinara sauce Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Mayo-Clinic
- Arancini - $17: Deep fried rice ball with saffron, Bolognese and Mozzarella over Tomato sauce Dietary tags: Nut-Free
- Burrata Fritta - $17: Deep Fried Burrata cheese served over Zucchini Puree with Zucchini Blossom Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
Salads
- House Salad - $13: Arugula tossed in lemon vinaigrette topped with shaved parmesan cheese and served with cherry tomatoes and mixed olives Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
- Caesar Salad - $13.5: Heart of romaine leaf, croutons, and Parmesan cheese in a Caesar's dressing Dietary tags: Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Volumetrics
- Fern Salad - $13.5: Baby iceberg lettuce topped with smoked pancetta and gorgonzola crumble in a Ranch dressing Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins
- Grape Salad - $13.5: Baby spinach salad tossed with balsamic dressing, goat cheese crumbles, berry mix, red grapes Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic
- Piacere Mio Salad - $14: Mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, corn, and avocado in a creamy avocado dressing Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Raw-Food, Volumetrics, Detox, Alkaline, Mayo-Clinic
- Pear Salad - $14: Mixed greens, pears, walnuts, Gorgonzola crumbles in a raspberry dressing Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
Pizzeria
- Margherita - $19: Tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella, and basil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian
- Modigliani - $22.5: Tomato sauce, mozzarella, ham, mushrooms, artichokes, spicy salami Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Fontana - $22.5: Tomato sauce, mozzarella, truffle oil, Prosciutto di Parma, mushrooms, and shaved parmesan on top Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Da Vinci - $20.5: Tomato sauce, mozzarella, pineapple, and ham Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Bartesaghi - $22.5: Tomato sauce, mozzarella, Prosciutto di Parma, arugula, and shaved Parmigiano Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Sugar-Free
- Romagnoli - $21: Tomato sauce, mozzarella, spicy salami Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Raffaello - $21: Tomato sauce, mozzarella, spinach, mushrooms, onions, black olives, and eggplant Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber, Mayo-Clinic
- Giotto - $20.5: Tomato sauce, smoked and fresh mozzarella, eggplant, and basil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian
- Michelangelo - $23: Mozzarella, pesto, Prosciutto di Parma, shrimp, arugula, shaved Parmigiano Dietary tags: High-Protein, Mediterranean, Sugar-Free
- Regina - $20: Cherry tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and basil Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- 4 Formaggi - $21: Mozzarella, gorgonzola, Romano, smoked mozzarella Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Caravaggio - $22: Smoked mozzarella, sausage, onions, mushrooms Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Picasso - $21.5: Smoked and fresh mozzarella, eggplant, spicy salame and basil Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Semplice Focaccia - $8: Rosemary, cherry tomatoes Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Low-Cholesterol
- Balestra Calzone - $23: Ricotta, mozzarella, spicy salami, ham, mushrooms, and tomato sauce on top Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Allori Calzone - $23: Ricotta, smoked mozzarella, sausage, spinach, tomato sauce on top Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Benitez Calzone - $22: Ricotta, smoked mozzarella, mushrooms, spinach, sun-dried tomato, and pesto sauce on top Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Pasta
- Pappardelle Con Agnello - $25: Large flat pasta noodles tossed with slowly cooked lamb ragu Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Lasagne Alla Bolognese - $24: Layers of wide handmade pasta sheets with meat sauce, Parmesan cheese, and béchamel au gratin Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Ravioli Di Magro Nuziale - $22.5: Handmade ravioli stuffed with spinach and served with a combination of tomato and pesto sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Mediterranean, Pescatarian
- Ravioli Di Carne Al Funghi - $24: Handmade meat ravioli stuffed with 100% ground beef served with mushroom sauce and Parmesan cheese Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Orecchiette Con Salsiccia - $23: Ear-shaped pasta with Italian sausage, rapini, and fresh tomato in a brandy cream sauce with melted mozzarella Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Penne Alla Norma - $21.5: Fresh penne pasta sautéed with eggplant, basil, and smoked mozzarella in a marinara sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber, Mayo-Clinic
- Gnocchi Alla Sorrentina - $23: Homemade potato dumplings served in a marinara sauce with fresh burrata on top Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian
- Spaghetti Carbonara - $23: Spaghetti with eggs, pancetta, and Pecorino Romano Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Spaghetti Con Polpette - $23: Spaghetti and meatballs Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Spaghetti Alle Vongole - $25.5: Spaghetti with Manila clams, cherry tomatoes, and Italian parsley in a white wine sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Tagliatelle Nere Al Frutti Di Mare - $25.5: Squid ink homemade pasta served in marinara sauce with squid, shrimp, clams, mussels, and fish of the day Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, Mayo-Clinic
- Tortellini Alla Montanara - $24: Tortellini filled with cheese, tossed in a Gorgonzola sauce with sausage and a touch of truffle oil Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Cavatelli Alla Campidanese - $26: Fresh Cavatelli pasta tossed in a Pork Sausage ragu with Saffron and Pecorino cheese Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
- Spaghetti Alla Calabrese - $27: Homemade Chitarra Spaghetti tossed with Eggplant Purée, Mussels and Nduja (spicy pork sausage) sauce Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Sugar-Free
Main Courses
- Scaloppine Al Marsala - $23.5: Pork medallions scaloppini sautéed in Marsala wine sauce and mixed mushrooms served with sautéed veggies and potatoes Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Pollo Alla Parmigiana - $25: Breaded chicken breast topped with mozzarella cheese and marinara sauce, served with tagliatelle pasta Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Eggplant Parmigiana - $23: Layers of eggplant with mozzarella, basil, and tomato sauce Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, High-Fiber, Mayo-Clinic
- Petto Di Pollo Limone & Capperi - $24: Chicken breast sautéed in a lemon white wine sauce with a touch of cream and capers Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Diabetic, Sugar-Free, Atkins, South-Beach
- Barramundi All'Acqua Pazza - $26: Fresh Barramundi sautéed with green olives, cherry tomatoes, garlic, and white wine served with tagliatelle pasta Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, Mayo-Clinic
- Cioppino - $28: Fish soup Mediterranean style with calamari, shrimp, clams, mussels, and fresh catch of the day Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Diabetic, Heart-Healthy, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Clean-Eating, Volumetrics, TLC, Detox, Mayo-Clinic, Slow-Carb, Candida
- Salmone Zafferano - $27.5: Salmon filet in a creamy saffron sauce with shrimp served with asparagus risotto Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Branzino Alla Livornese - $35: Fresh Branzino fillet sautéed with Green Olives, Potatoes and Cherry Tomatoes served with Tagliatelle pasta Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free, Mayo-Clinic
- Vitello Al Marsala E Porcini - $35: Veal cutlet finished in a Porcini Mushroom sauce with Marsala Wine. Served with Potatoes and Spinach Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free
- Carre D’Agnello - $36: Pistachio crusted Rack of Lamb with Fingerling Potatoes and Rapini Dietary tags: High-Protein, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating
- Filetto Di Manzo Alla Wellington - $38: 8OZ Filet Mignon Wrapped with puff pastry, prosciutto, spinach and mushrooms. Served with mashed potatoes and asparagus Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Sugar-Free
Risotto
- Risotto Trevigiano - $26: Arborio rice simmered in a Radicchio sauce with Walnuts and Speck Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Mediterranean, Sugar-Free
- Risotto Gamberi & Champagne - $35: Arborio rice simmered in a creamy Champagne sauce with Shrimp, Lemon zest and Arugula Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Risotto Alle Capesante - $29: Arborio rice simmered in a brandy creamy sauce with Sea Scallops, Porcini mushrooms and touch of truffle oil Dietary tags: High-Protein, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
Soups
- Soup of the Day - $13: Daily selection, such as Minestrone or Cannellini Beans & Escarole Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Mediterranean, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Sugar-Free, Clean-Eating, High-Fiber, Low-Cholesterol, Volumetrics, Mayo-Clinic
Sides
- Additional Basket of Bread - $3: Fresh bread basket Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol
Desserts
- Tiramisu - $10: Traditional Italian coffee-flavored dessert Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Panna Cotta with mixed berries - $9: Italian cooked cream with mixed berries on top Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Lectin-Free
- Cannoli Siciliani - $9: Sicilian pastry shells filled with sweet cream Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian