University City's Favorite Italian Restaurant since 1988

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Dine at Lorna’s in the UTC neighborhood
3945 Governor Drive, San Diego, CA 92122

COUNTER SERVICE LUNCH HOURS:
TUESDAY-FRIDAY, 11:00am – 2:00pm

DINNER HOURS:
TUESDAY-SUNDAY, 4:00pm – 8:30pm

YOUR LOCAL FAMILY ITALIAN RESTAURANT, SERVING SAN DIEGO FOR OVER 40 YEARS

WELCOME TO LORNA’S ITALIAN KITCHEN

Lorna’s Italian Kitchen has been serving University City, San Diego since 1988 —
the same recipes, the same team, the same welcome. Every dish, from our Lasagna
and Chicken Marsala to our signature Tag Bol, is made with care by the same devoted
team who’ve been part of our story for years. Classic Italian comfort food in a place
that’s felt like home for four decades.

858-452-0661
Two margherita-style pizzas topped with melted mozzarella and fresh basil, served on a red-and-white checkered tablecloth with a glass of white wine nearby.

Lunch Menu

Four people smiling at a checkered-tablecloth table in an Italian restaurant, with plates of pasta in pesto and marinara sauce in front of them, water glasses, and vintage Italian-themed posters on the wall behind.

Family specials

"Overhead view of an Italian meal spread on a dark wooden table: meatballs in marinara on a rectangular platter, spaghetti with a large meatball, seafood pasta with calamari and mussels in tomato sauce, and grilled green vegetables in a small dish, with napkins to the side.

Dinner Menu

What our guests are saying about their experience with us

Smiling woman in a denim jacket gesturing toward a large calzone topped with parmesan, served with a side of marinara sauce, at a restaurant table with checkered tablecloths.
Google-Review I'm from NY and grew up with my Italian great grandmother making family dinners - Lorna's really tasted so nostalgic and comforting! The ambiance is very casual and cozy, and the service is very attentive. The portions are very big so be careful not to over-order!
— Ashley LeBourveau-Truong
Google-Review This place is a hidden gem in San Diego. I grew up in San Diego, and I've never been here before, when I went the first time I told myself I have to come back, the food is delicious. The service is great. It's very authentic. The servings are the perfect size, I will be going back for sure. It's good for families, kids, even just a date . I will be coming back.
— Sharon Adato
Google-Review Absolutely incredible dinner in a casual atmosphere! We drove from our beach house rental on Mission Beach…more than worth the drive. Under $80 for a family of 4. Thanks for a great meal!
— Shawn Knopp
Google-Review "Thank you so much for all your hard work! We had such a wonderful day. The food was delicious, we had many people tell us how good it was. Thank you again!"
— Wedding Client (100 guests)
Google-Review “Our clients needed a caterer that served delicious food and provided great service. Lorna's Italian Kitchen and Catering did all this and worked within our budget, resulting in a successful catering experience for our client. Lorna's is a family-operated business for 40 years, and they make you feel like family.”
— Events Inspired
Google-Review “We all very much enjoyed the food and are so happy we went with you guys for our choice of food. Please know, this won't be the last time you'll be hearing from us! We will definitely come by so we can enjoy more of your food!”
— Wedding Catering Client (100 guests)
Several plates of chicken parmesan-style dishes in marinara sauce, with roasted vegetables and a glass of red wine, spread across a checkered tablecloth.

Reserve your catering event order with Lorna’s delicious Italian food!

Lorna’s caters corporate lunches, private dinners, weddings, and events across San Diego. Full-service buffet packages or A la Carte — whatever works for your group.

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Opening Hours

TUESDAY – FRIDAY 11:00am – 2:00pm

TUESDAY – SUNDAY 4:00pm – 8:30pm
3945 Governor Drive San Diego, CA 92122
858-452-0661
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