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Nominated for: BEST Asian Fusion
What is Solare?
Sister restaurant of Caffe' Bella Italia in Pacific Beach, SOLARE is a sensational new Restaurant Lounge at Liberty Station.
The setting, service, décor and ambiance in this historic Liberty Station location is like no other. With an Asian aesthetic and a mastery of contemporary gourmet Italian cuisine. The result is a showplace of style and taste sensations.The organic elements, like teak for the customized furnishings, natural wood floors & fabrics imported from Bali create an invitation to enjoy the positive energy and vibe at Solare.
Chef-owner Stefano Ceresoli hails from Milan, while the addition to the family is executive chef Mark Pelliccia, specialized in Slow Food. SOLARE takes its cue from its location by the water and the yoga spirit of its owners. A blending of Mediterranean culture and cuisine with Asian materials, combined with a strong connection to the earth, makes a trip to SOLARE a total “infusion for the senses.”
4,000 square foot, plus outdoor patio: A beautiful, attention-grabbing interior design create the perfect ambiance for a cocktail in the lounge, tapas at the bar or a full dinner experience. A visible “Grill Bar” offers fresh seafood and a focus on hormone free meat, carpaccios and Oysters, in the season, in addition to the contemporary gourmet Italian cuisine.
The glass wine room is the focal point of the restaurant which features an excellent selection to emphasize the flavor of the food. Fired stone oven gourmet pizzas, with Italian-style thin crust is another reason to visit SOLARE. At lunch, SOLARE patrons have the option to enjoy a casual quick lunch with delicious Panini, including fresh fish sandwiches, healthy soups, salad and more or to opt for a full service experience. A private room up to 24 people is perfect for a corporate or private gathering and for future cooking classes Stefano is planning to host for children and adults. The outdoor seating spotlights the historic architecture of the former Navy Base."