Vigilucci’s Trattoria Italiana located in Leucadia is formerly the Vigilucci’s of Encinitas established in 1994. The much larger yet quaint eatery is in its 30th year providing North County residents and visitors made from scratch pastas, steaks, chicken, fresh seafood in a casual yet sophisticated ambiance. It is not only a favorite of North County diners, but also Italians across the country who liken the fare to that served in Italy. The authentic Florentine wood-burning brick oven creates pizzas much like one would find in Italy. Lunch served Saturdays and Sundays. Happy Hour offered daily in the bar.
Live piano music every evening. Private and semi private rooms for group celebrations. Dog friendly patio.
Customers generally enjoyed the food, noting it was fresh and tasty, although there were some complaints about specific items being cold or not prepared correctly.
Customer Service
Service quality was inconsistent; while some staff were praised for being friendly and helpful, others were reported as rude or indifferent.
Cleanliness
The restaurant was frequently described as clean, with positive remarks about the overall hygiene and condition of the facility.
Coupon Issues
Several customers expressed frustration over the refusal to accept coupons and issues with online orders, leading to dissatisfaction.
Operational Hours
There were complaints about unclear operational hours and being turned away before closing time.