Maurizio's Trattoria Italiana

What's a wonderful place! In the middle of town, but it's quaint and comfortable. The owner and staff made our party of 10 feel welcome and like we were at home. We shared numerous appetizers, but also ordered the Ravioli of the day as one of our appetizers and it was incredible. The ravioli was made at the restaurant, and I highly recommend. There are so many options in Encinitas and San Diego, but you can go wrong by here!

This restaurant is always amazing. It's a small spot, but always on point. Decor is beautiful. Full bar. Excellent wine selection. What more can you ask for?

Amazing food! Impeccable service!!! The carpaccio and chicken parm are fantastic! Build your pasta dishes is so awesome as well! We love Maurizio's!!!!

Our go to Italian spot, when we know we want something good. It's in a prime location, bread is delicious (haha! and we love you can make your own combination of pasta! My go to is orecchiette with pink sauce and mushrooms. My boyfriend had gotten one of their Ragu specials.

Was exited to try this place but my expectations were set too high possibly. First red flag was the complimentary bread they served. It was dropped off on our table in it a folded plastic brown bag, I was confused at first, like am I suppose to eat this? Presentation was horrible, I don't think it's that hard to serve bread on a plate. Second red flag was the olive oil and vinegar that came with the bread. It was served on a small deep plastic dish. I'm use to a flat plate of olive oil and vinegar so that your bread can be dipped evenly and not just soaked in oil before you can barely get any of the vinegar on the bottom. Food was not that impressive in my opinion. We ordered some apps and 4 entrees and nothing was that great to come back for. Maybe it's just not for my palate. But I came here initially because it had great reviews, just not my cup of tea. Staff was friendly though, ambiance mediocre, location is great- in the heart of downtown Encinitas