San Diego’s Diversity in Food!
San Diego’s Gaslamp Quarter, recognized for its diverse culinary offerings, features an unexpected menu item gaining attention: authentic hot cheese curds. Just minutes away from Petco Park located in San Diego’s Downtown, these cheese curds provide a distinctive addition to the area’s traditional Italian and American fare.
The restaurant, Pizza on 5th, combines traditional Italian cuisine with American appetizers, featuring both pizza and classic antipasti options. The cheese curds complement their extensive menu, which includes various pizza selections, pasta dishes, sandwiches, and desserts.
Try San Diego’s Best Cheese Curd!
The cheese curds are served as part of the restaurant’s antipasti selection, priced at $18 for a 14-piece portion. Each order is prepared fresh and served hot, featuring a golden-brown exterior coating that maintains the proper texture and temperature of the cheese inside. The cheese curds exhibit the characteristic “squeak” when bitten into – a quality indicator recognized by cheese curd enthusiasts. This addition to the Gaslamp San Diego dining scene represents a fusion of Midwestern American cuisine with the area’s established Italian-American offerings. The availability of authentic cheese curds in downtown San Diego’s dining district provides an additional option for those seeking diverse appetizer selections in the Gaslamp Quarter.
The cheese curds are positioned within the antipasti section of the menu, alongside other appetizer options such as:
- Calamari Fritti
- Mozzarella Sticks
- Chicken Wings and Strips
- French Fries
- Jalapeño Poppers and many more!
Sample order when visiting Pizza of 5th:
- An order of Cheese Curds and Chicken Wings
- A Philly Cheesesteak Sandwich
- A Draft Beer such as Pacifico, 805, or Modelo
- Dessert like Cheesecake or Tiramisu
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Your Go-To Late Night Restaurant!
At Pizza on 5th, we’re more than just a pizzeria – we’re a cheese lover’s paradise. Our commitment to serving authentic cheese curds in San Diego has made us a unique destination in the city’s vibrant food scene. We invite you to experience the perfect blend of Midwest comfort food and Italian cuisine that only Pizza on 5th can deliver.
Don’t miss out on San Diego’s most talked-about appetizer. Visit Pizza on 5th today and discover why we’re becoming famous for serving the best cheese curds in downtown San Diego. Join our growing community of food enthusiasts who have made us their go-to spot for this delicious comfort food in the heart of the Gaslamp Quarter.