Tavolo Tasting Tours Return for an Exclusive Culinary Journey

Tavolo Tasting Tours are back for a limited time this spring, offering an intimate, behind-the-scenes experience at Little Italy’s Busalacchi Restaurants.

Led by Joe Busalacchi himself, this exclusive dining event takes you on a guided journey through his family’s rich culinary heritage, sharing stories, traditions, and signature recipes that have shaped Little Italy’s dining scene.

Tavolo Tasting Tours

An Exclusive Three-Restaurant Experience

  • Lala – Kick off the evening at 5 PM with handcrafted cocktails and light appetizers.
Lala restaurant interior

  • Barbusa – Enjoy a selection of appetizers, pasta, and wine, all inspired by Joe’s personal and family recipes.
Barbusa exterior

  • Nonna – Conclude the night on Nonna’s charming back patio with a decadent dessert paired with a cocktail, wine, or espresso.
Nonna restaurant san diego

With only 12 seats available per night, this immersive tour moves through three of the Busalacchi family’s beloved restaurants, each offering a specially curated course and beverage pairing:

See you there!

📅 April 14, 15, 16 | May 19, 20, 21| 5 PM–8 PM
📍 Little Italy
🎟️ $200 per person. Get your tickets here
ℹ️ More info here

Don’t miss this rare chance to connect with Joe Busalacchi, hear the stories behind the flavors, and indulge in the legacy of Little Italy’s Busalacchi Restaurants.

See you there, San Diego!

Share This Post
The Latest
things to do in san diego this weekend
Check out this week’s Things to Do in San Diego This Weekend and make your plans! Browse incredible local artists at ArtWalk Liberty Station, support...
top concerts in san diego this week
Here are the top concerts in San Diego this week! Our music scene is in full swing, with unforgettable performances from some of today’s biggest...
North Park Putt-oberfest
Mini golf and bar hopping in one event? North Park really did that. Putt-Oberfest is back, and it’s exactly as fun as it sounds –...
Guest List Volume 001 exhibit
Guest List Volume 001 is turning Good Night John Boy into a contemporary gallery for one night only, showcasing original work from 15+ women artists...
Little Shop of Horrors is turning 40, and Balboa Theatre is celebrating the only way that makes sense: with a screening hosted by the woman...
Gillie's Auto Lounge
Join the fun at Gillie's Auto Lounge events this summer! Experience the Cars & Coffee series for car enthusiasts in San Diego.
Recently Featured Restaurants
Little Italy has a new dinner spot, and it’s one that makes the whole evening feel like an occasion. Maranello just opened at 2101 Kettner...
Moniker General is coming downtown, and honestly, it makes all the sense in the world. The coffee and cocktail concept that helped shape Liberty Station...
Little Italy is getting a new coffee spot this summer, and it’s coming from one of the neighborhood’s most respected kitchens. Cloak & Petal –...
Downtown San Diego is getting exactly the kind of neighborhood spot it deserves. Pear Plum is an all-day café, specialty coffee shop, and wine bar...
Something genuinely intriguing opened along the 101 in Encinitas, and it’s not giving much away. Anigma is a new hidden cocktail bar from the owners...
À L’ouest San Diego
TRUST Restaurant Group just opened À L’ouest, their 13th restaurant and most ambitious project to date, on the prominent corner of 30th and University in...