During a business trip to San Diego last week my friend Daniel Paul and I came upon this surprising find:
The Old Trieste Restaurant in San Diego
The Old Trieste is a classic continental style fine dining restaurant located at 2335 Morena Boulevard near Mission Bay. It opened in 1963.
Old Trieste Bar
The owner, Larry Tomicich (above), is the son of the original founder Tommy Tomicich. Larry, like the restaurant’s captain and waiters, wears a traditional tuxedo while serving guests.
Old Trieste Interior
Curved vinyl booths, starched white tablecloths, rich wood paneling, dark windowless interior, tableside service.
Classic Booth
“From the Broiler” there’s Filet Mignon, Half Spring Chicken, and Combination Filet Mignon and Lobster. And, as the menu remind us, “Wine Makes Good Food Taste Better”
I’ve added the Old Trieste to my Google map of 200+ classic restaurants that is on this blog site. Let me know about a favorite of yours that I’ve missed.
Peter Moruzzi's Mid-Century 
Its a trip back in time. A most excellent trip.
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I need to check this place out on my next visit to San Diego! It’s hard to believe it has been so “under the radar”, as none of my San Diego friends and contacts have mentioned it before.
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