Follow the aroma of roasting pig on a spit to Busalacchi’s at Ferragosto! Succulent tender pork served only as Joe Busalacchi knows how!

The Busalacchi family are themselves a San Diego institution with 7 great restaurants. Lisa Busalacchi sums it up like this, “At Busalacchis, we feel that eating out should be an experience to remember and savor until we meet again.”

Busalacchi’s on Fifth was opened in 1986 as a place where Joe Busalacchi could showcase his culinary talents while offering fine dining and a place for customers to always feel “at home.” Good food and a staff that is more like family is why dining at Busalacchi’s on Fifth is a memorable experience!

Many restaurants in Little Italy have become destinations, among them, Trattoria Fantastica. The rustic décor features a relaxed country-style feel and patio dining. The welcoming atmosphere celebrates yet another delicious Sicilian food lineup, including wood-fired pizzas and an authentic Italian menu.

It's been said that "the best espresso in town is at Café Zucchero™." Joe and Lisa Busalacchi created this Italian café-style concept, and you'll find that this delightful setting gets attention around the clock. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are served daily. Diners enjoy lingering over coffee and sumptuous desserts created by pastry maker Frank Busalacchi who was trained by a Sicilian master. Whether you are in the mood for pizza, pasta, seafood, chicken, or veal, this is the place. Also, make sure you treat your sweet tooth to one of the sinful desserts.

Zia’s Bistro - where food equals life, happiness, friendship and a glass of wine. Where a bar can be a meeting place as well as somewhere to satisfy your palate. All this in a fun, sophisticated atmosphere. Sit down to have a bite to eat and a drink and make yourself at home.

Via Lago Trattoria offers a wonderfully welcoming atmosphere in the Busalacchi line of restaurants and celebrates yet another fabulous Sicilian food lineup, including a variety of pasta dishes and meat entrees, seafood and a selection of desserts that will amaze and delight you.

Joe and Lisa Busalacchi created Spaghetteria with the idea of adding a casual, relaxed eatery to their family of restaurants in Little Italy and around the county. Casual and spirited food and drinks are served throughout the day.

Po Pazzo – sure the name is Italian – but the food pays homage to the best urban bar and grille in San Diego! Sound Crazy? That's what Po Pazzo means, just a little crazy. The menu is filled with great appetizers, ample steaks, superb salads and unique side dishes. The wonderfully extensive bar serves the best wines and liquors. The staff is friendly and ready to serve. Eating out should be an experience: Part entertainment, part theater, and of course, all fun.

That's what the Busalacchi family of fine restuarants ultimately represents; music, food and friends. At Ferragosto, the Busalacchi family carries on their great tradition!