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Zia's Bistro
Where food equals life, happiness, friendship and a glass of wine. Where a bar can be a meeting place as well as somewhere to satisfy your palate.
All this in a fun, sophisticated atmosphere.
Sit down to have a bite to eat and a drink and make yourself at home.
If you have any special requests or dietary needs, please feel free to ask and we will do our best to accommodate you.
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All this in a fun, sophisticated atmosphere.
Sit down to have a bite to eat and a drink and make yourself at home.
If you have any special requests or dietary needs, please feel free to ask and we will do our best to accommodate you.
13 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Rating Breakdown 13 reviews
5 stars
(5)
4 stars
(6)
3 stars
(1)
2 stars
(1)
1 star
(0)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- fit for foodies(8)
- neighborhood gem(8)
- great for outdoor dining(4)
- special occasion(4)
- good for groups(3)
- vibrant bar scene(3)
Zia's Bistro Reviews List
Review 1 for Zia's Bistro
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Italian in Little Italy
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We frequent this restaurant quite a lot and are never disappointed. The appetizer "pur du" is large but a great buy and the Bolognese pasta (add a couple meat balls) is terrific.
Lots of places to eat in the area but this is one you should try."
Lots of places to eat in the area but this is one you should try."
Dined on 5/17/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, vibrant bar scene, kid-friendly
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Review 2 for Zia's Bistro
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Delicious food in the heart
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Delicious food in the heart of Little Italy in San Diego. The portions were perfect and really helped deliver the exceptional Italian food experience. I would definitely visit Zia's Bistro again!"
Dined on 04/25/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 3 for Zia's Bistro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We love going to Zia's! Food
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We love going to Zia's! Food is great and their wines are, too!"
Dined on 04/14/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 4 for Zia's Bistro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A wonderful meal by a wonderful
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"A wonderful meal by a wonderful server! Will return when next in San Diego."
Dined on 02/20/2013
2009
Special Features: neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 5 for Zia's Bistro
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Food was great! Atmosphere
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Food was great! Atmosphere was TOO NOISY!! The one man band was MUCH too loud!!Couldn't hear each other at the table. It had a Kareoke feel to it!"
Dined on 02/23/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 6 for Zia's Bistro
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Good Choice
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Zia's is a fun place to go for dinner. The food is good and its in a lively part of San Diego."
Dined on 02/02/2013
2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Zia's Bistro
Based on the average of (7) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
1 out of 1 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic