Al Dente Debuts In University Heights

What happens when a well-seasoned group of Sicilian and Neapolitan restaurant professionals combines their talents and skills to deliver an Italian dining destination beyond compare?

The answer is Al Dente, the latest restaurant from the team that brought you Rusticucina and the newly-opened Zama in the Gaslamp, which recently opened its doors in the dining and cocktail hotspot of University Heights.

Traditional Italian recipes with a modern twist at Al Dente

Al Dente’s talented team has put together a menu that brings new flavors to the table, with a mix of reimagined and traditional dishes that have roots in their Italian heritage.

Al Dente’s unique offerings will include specialties using wild game meat like wild boar sausage and braised duck, plus entrees such as Elk Chops and Oxtail Ravioli. Their classic homemade pasta is made in-house, using only the finest organic ingredients.

Other unique menu items include Truffle Gnocchi and Vongole Al Prezzemolo (clams in a white wine garlic and olive oil sauce), to name a few.

Great private party option!

Al Dente has a big back patio that has its own bar – a perfect are for private events! This kind of space is rare in this neighborhood!

See you there

Al Dente is open seven days a week from 4PM to 10PM.

They have a beautiful, large back patio with its own bar that is perfect

Al Dente is located at 4207 Park Blvd., University Heights, San Diego, CA 92103, For more information, visit their website here.

See you there, San Diego!

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