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Bobboi Natural Gelato
97/100 (2783 ratings)
Dessert
Vegetarian Friendly
Italian
Italian
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Late Night
Gelato
Stracciatella
Ice Cream
Sit down
Italian
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Waterfront
Late Night
Cheap Eats
"Lived it, soooo good! Tried Mocha and Pistachio, both whole milk. Not too sweet but at the same time so flavorful. It was very busy Sunday afternoon..."
Ruta P.
"The Sweet Olive (Olive oil + caramel) flavour is delicious! Silky and tasty, it is a must try for any foodie looking for a sweet and savoury snack..."
Benjamin G.
"If i could, I would give more than 5 stars! Bobboi's Natural Gelato is walking distance to La Jolla Cove, and what better way to enjoy a nice treat..."
Monica Serena Nguyen
"What an adorable gelato shop! The service was warm and friendly, and they offered sample taste. My friend and I went for the Rose Honey and..."
Jing
"There was a short line, but I decided to be brave and I got to the front of the line and got my gelato all in less then five minutes. I decided to..."
K. Catherine Pike
"If you’ve never had a gelato or are just looking for a cold little treat, then I recommend this neat little place on your way to the beach. Wait..."
David
"Charcoal Vanilla, yes please! I was astonished at how inexpensive it was for La Jolla. Expect a line but they had someone out front providing free..."
Saif
"Honestly, couldn’t get gelato better even in Italy. Local ingredients and flavors make their soft and flavorful gelato. The pistachio was truly..."
Michael Greenberg
"Delicious gelato made with fresh and all natural ingredients. The combo of the Moka and salted caramel gelatos was fantastic and make for a perfect..."
Dan Danckwerth
"Best Gelato I had in my life, must try place. Some cool unique flavors are available to try for the food explorers. If you walk down the street..."
Harit Shah
Sicilia Bella
94/100 (323 ratings)
Restaurants
Pizza
Italian
Southern-Italian
Sicilian
Vegetarian Friendly
Italian
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Southern-Italian
Sicilian
Italian
Pizza
Reservations
Delivery
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Wine and Beer
Free off-street parking
Highchairs Available
Digital Payments
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Family style
Non-smoking restaurants
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"We LOVE Sicilia Bella. Seriously the most delicious deli I have ever been to. The spicy italian sandwich is the best. They have this amaxing fluffy,..."
Linda Fisz
"My husband and I love this place. The food is so good! Eating at Sicilia Bella is a must when we are in La..."
Carla Livolsi
"Authentic Italian food and coffee. Really friendly owners/ staff- came here from Sicily 2.5 years ago. Would def go..."
Brittany Zemlick
"The best Cannolo Siciliano of San Diego , very nice place to get Capuccino..."
Dorr Samia
"Amazing Chicken parm! Nothing but the best ingredients. Coffee and ice cream was great too. A taste of Sicily right in La jolla. 10..."
Gabriel Fisz
"Great Italian Deli! I truly enjoyed their food with great taste, delicious and reasonable. Must try place in La..."
Kunio Osada
"Excellent food. Great service. The caprese salad was to die..."
Miracle Isidro
"Incredible food, incredible owners who transport you to Sicily with every bite. Great veggie..."
Craig Lotzof
"The owners are welcoming and friendly. Food is made in house with imported ingredients that make the difference. Everything I've tried is delicious;..."
Lucille Toniolo
"I go here daily. My absolute favorite lunch and coffe spot in La Jolla. I love everything about it. The vibe is..."
Abel Luna
"Best spicy panini ever!! I love going here for lunch in La Jolla Village!! They also have a market with pasta and fresh..."
Jamie Brown
"Amazing fettuccine. Amazing latte. So glad I stumbled into this..."
Denise Marino Lucido
"Their bolognaise sauce and lentil soup are wonderful! I can't wait to try some of their other prepared dishes. Right around the corner from the Post..."
Liza Hoke
"A secret little gem that I've discovered. Fantastic food. Tasty beverages. My go-to spot when I ride to La..."
Ross Tsukashima
"Great food,really love it.Had eggplants caponata,arancino and cannoli.Everything..."
Francesco Bucciarelli
"Short walk from the La Jolla cove. This is a small location with great Italian sandwiches. I had the Parma which contained fresh mozzarella,..."
Janice Y
"Found this nice little Italian place that when you walk in you are greeted with a warm welcome. The food was delicious and made from people who are..."
matthew Apodaca
"Very nice restaurant that we found by chance while visiting our son at UCSD. Food is authentic and delicious. Service is excellent. We will be back..."
Rafael Buelna (Rafael)
"Hidden Gem of goodness !!!! If you want the best tasting premium Italian cuisine in La Jolla that is made in a clean kitchen by caring people with..."
Jonathan Colby
"We found this beautiful place in La Jolla..We had a very excellent Cappuccino, cannoli siciliani e croissant. Also they sell product from Italy to...."
Roberto Luca
"Authentic Sicilian Italian cafe/restaurant/market run by husband and wife from Sicily. We will be regulars now after an excellent dinner of truffle..."
Sarah Thornton
"Sicilia Bella! My New Favorite in La Jolla! On the advice of an Italian friend from Milan..i came to Bennie and Cynthias Sicilia Bella for my..."
Thomas Pasenelli
"It’s my first time here, and it’s delightful. The cappuccino was fantastic and the mortadella toast was fresh and very delicious...."
Nancy Li
"During this covid time, my friend and I snuck out of the house to go get some us time. We found it just looking for a good pasta place. We got there..."
Alexis Horta
"Absolutely delicious. The owner and his wife and the nicest people and helped me pick the perfect lunch (Tricolor Pasta with pesto & capers, and a..."
Ben Bitter
Catania
92/100 (1486 ratings)
Restaurants
Mediterranean
Italian
Gluten Free Options
Italian
Vegan Options
Mediterranean
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Brunch
Pasta
Gelato
Arancini
Salad
Tagliatelle
Scallops
Kale Salad
Clams
Quail
Duck
Lamb
Risotto
Pesto
Fish
Pork
Margherita Pizza
Orecchiette
Shrimp
Beef
Meatballs
Octopus
Ice Cream
Prosciutto
Mediterranean
Italian
Table Service
Waterfront
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Reservations
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Seating
Lunch
Brunch
Dinner
Mid-range
"Had the pear & greens salad, duck pasta, & chocolate-hazelnut mousse dessert. Most delicious meal I’ve had in a week of great San Diego dining. ..."
Jennifer Thom Parker
"Really tasty food. Great service. One of my favorite SD restaurants. Pasta is al dente and is served in a decent portion. Pizzas are well cooked and..."
Ana Ximena Diaz
"Hands down one of the best restaurants I've ever eaten at. Every dish we had was exquisitely prepared and the flavors were perfect. The serve was..."
Danielle Wolter
"Wonderful food and family oriented staff. We also had a beautiful view of the sunset as we dined. I love this restaurant for being environmentally..."
Taylor Stroy
"Absolutely LOVED this restaurant! The food was delicious--the best I had during my week visit to the area, and the service was impeccable. Not to..."
Mollie McGrath
"What an amazing restaurant! The view was spectacular! The food was so fantastic, I can't even describe how full we were when we left!!! The staff was..."
Sasha Lynn
"Incredible drinks, food and views. Amazing place. Highly..."
Paul Santello
"Fantastic food. Service stellar. All of our food was very good and passed with flying colors. Good wine, Italian sodas tasty. I swear our..."
Norma MacKenzie
"Truly a wonderful experience. From the service to the great dining experience. What a treat to have the chef move from table to table asking how your..."
Doug Miller
"Really good Veggie Pizza and Pasta. Service was amazing and server got us Pasta which was not in their menu but he totally took care of our dietary..."
Rahul Bhuwal
"I've come here for dinner twice. So, SO good. Everything is fresh. Cesar mixes cocktails to perfection. The view at sunset is simply gorgeous...."
Erin Bellamy Charlens
"Nice view. Good atmosphere. Good service. Didn't have the dish pictured but the food I had was..."
Judi Tyson Pillow
"Another wonderful meal. The zucchini olive oil torte was to die..."
Laurie Carbine Gibney
"Just wanted to say how awesome this spot is!!! They are consistently great in service, food, and experience!!! And everyone there is always ensuring..."
Carlos Walther-Meade
"On a scale of 1-10, I say "in a heartbeat". The ambiance is relaxing with an awesome view. The craft cocktails, food, and service were far and above..."
Jan Glaze
"One of the BEST meals I've ever had! Highly recommend. Great handmade pasta, amazing caprese salad ... fantastic service...."
Patricia Merrill Law
"Such a lovely dinner experience here! Great service, delicious food in well-sized portions. And of course a view of the beautiful La Jolla… We..."
Elif Nur Dayi
"The atmosphere is very nice…Service was superb and our food totally off the charts and SPECTACULAR!! We had a great salad with pistachios and..."
Lion Mane
"Food was great! Loved the family sharing for table of 8+. Love the experience!! Definitely recommend for special occasion. You do have to reserve the..."
Mariana Mejia
"This is our favorite place to come! Great service and fresh food! The Portofino is amazing!! Their wine and cocktails are delicious! We love our..."
Staci Firl
"Catania, my favorite Italian restaurant in SD so far. Nice decor, good service, good food and reasonably priced. If tgere are better, please name..."
Tommy Cheng
"The food was terrific. Best Italian I’ve had in a long time and best meal I’ve had in months. Ambiance was great. Wine was also really..."
Aric Wilson
"Brought the lady here for her birthday, it's an awesome spot that overlooks the streets of La Jolla. The espresso martini's are fantastic, I had..."
Hal Jurgensen
"Excellent place for a nice dinner. Service is friendly and competent when it comes to recommendations, the food is well prepared and the menu has a..."
Christoph Pohl
"Unbelievable! Amazing flavors. Great view, pleasant staff. The lamb and swordfish were both incredible! The pizza appetizer also had great..."
Eric D
"So happy we came here. I had the sweet corn tortellini spring special and the cardamom panna cotta for dessert. Came back a second day and was..."
Taryn Elizabeth
Barbarella Restaurant & Bar
91/100 (1751 ratings)
Restaurants
Bar
Pub
Vegetarian Friendly
European
American
American
Italian
Gluten Free Options
Italian
Vegan Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Brunch
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Breakfast
Eggs Benedict
French Toast
Toasts
Meatballs
Bolognese
Pasta
Ice Cream
Salad
Gelato
Calamari
Cakes
Mussels
Lamb
Salmon
Pesto
Burger
Fish
Hamburgers
Sit down
American
Italian
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Street Parking
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Breakfast
Dinner
Late Night
Lunch
Drinks
Brunch
Mid-range
"We loved this place! We had a group of 10 and they were so accommodating. The manager was great. Loved his sense of humor. Everyone working there..."
Beth Hughes Wendling
"Just moved to the Shores and this is now my favorite place to hang out. Super friendly staff and amazing food. The atmosphere is welcoming with a fun..."
Kelly Beer
"The staff was so friendly and the food was amazing! I would highly recommend this to anyone looking for a nice night out. I attended as part of a..."
Taylor Lee Hood
"Creamy & delicious oysters. Crispy thin gourmet pizzas, fat & juicy burgers.. what can I say.. we loved the ambiance on the patio and the food was..."
Kema Kojah
"This restaurant is a jewel. The menu is excellent and varied - a Cal-Ital bistro with an ambiance that leaves you feeling more light-hearted after..."
Lisa Ibiza
"Fresh, quality ingredients in each and every bite. Menu is filled with delicious options. Favorite place to eat in San Diego for the past 10+ years..."
Daniela Book
"Delicious food and great service! Very rich wine list. Me and my friend tried Caesar and chopped salad and both were very good! Definitely..."
Anna Geneva
"place was amazing! manager was superb!!! you are amazing Alex! food was delicious! totally..."
Madonna Tamayo Kessel
"Loved the experience, from a delicious healthy breakfast to a romantic anniversary dinner ... it was perfect! Thank you... ‘Love you so much!!’..."
Melly Waters
"My favorite place to go. The food is excellent and the staff and service is top..."
Karen Kallet
"We always have dinner here when we are at La Jolla Shores. Last night was another great dinner - wood roasted salmon, mussels, bib end blue salad and..."
Peggy Carter Wehe
"love this place.... great family location! Barbara the owner is just as..."
Amber Anderson
"I consider this place: a San Diego gem! The owner, Barbara,is just the sweetest! You can tell she works hard to make sure every guest has a perfect..."
Katie Henley
"Good pizza, good service, nice atmosphere.We wanted a light dinner so we ordered the pizza and a couple of Peroni's. The pizza was very..."
Rachita Rawat
"Been at this restaurant a couple times. Love the menu and gluten free options. I always like to go there with friends they have a patio outback..."
M Kirilova
"Authentic Italian spot, definitely a hidden gem of San Diego but a La Jolla Locals Favorite! The Bolognese Pasta is to die for, and the atmosphere is..."
Lyndsey Merryman
"Don't get too excited. Decor this this time of year is neat...and drew us in, but food was nothing special and service was very slow....refills on..."
R.capetz
"Barbarellar. This place is great! Excellent food and service. I loved the food and felt like I was at..."
Hinklek56
"Lunch is great, Dinner not so much. We love the lunch menu here, it's eclectic with a mix of Irish, English and American offerings. Great..."
Kyle Lyles
"A find!. Recommended by our kayaking trip guide, this was an excellent meal. Very attentive waitstaff and a great sidewalk cafe view close to the..."
Lesley J.
"Cozy. Romantic. Go where the locals go. Great food. Be open to trying new things....WORTH IT! Save room for dessert. Watch for sharky waiters---we..."
A Guilino
"Shindy.TV loves this place.. Shindy.TV recommends the restaurant Barbarella in La Jolla on Avenida de la Playa. Great dinner there last night...."
Ron_at_Shindy.TV
"Great food with friendly ownership and service. Try the Pizza Max for dinner or the organic egg sandwich for lunch. Just a block from the..."
Michael Fangman
"Nice casual place close to the beach - good..."
ET
"The lunch menu was limited to starters, sandwishes and salads. The starter with mussles was just perfect (cooked with wine and lemon). The Barbarella..."
Daniel Borg
"What atmosphere!!!. We came here for our anniversary dinner. We heard the place was "romantic". We didn't expect the lavish Halloween decorations at..."
Sonny Portacio
"We went here for a Halloween weekend breakfast, and really enjoyed the experience. The Halloween decorations are a lot of fun, but the vibe was still..."
Ashley LeBourveau
"Cute place. Patio seating. Nice decor. Food and drinks are okay. Service is great. One of us didn't like our drinks and they happily brought us a..."
Shubham Saxena
"We were in town and celebrated a birthday here. The food overall was good and came in a decent portion. The only exception was the risotto that we..."
Brian Chan
"We had dinner reservations nearby and stopped in here for a cocktail prior. We chose this place due to all the positive reviews and it most..."
F'burg Foodie
"Barbarella truly gives you an experience! They go above and beyond! From the atmosphere, to the food to the service, it's all top notch. Thank you..."
Josh
"Barbarella delivers an unparalleled experience, surpassing expectations in every aspect. The atmosphere, culinary offerings, and service all stand..."
Tom B
"This place caught our eye when we saw the lited LOVE sign. It was all decorated for Valentines Day. Huge Teddy Bears were sitting at the tables all..."
Lorie Teel
"The food is very average. We liked the ambiance and service. We had the salmon eggs Benedict and the avocado toast. The avocado toast was not good at..."
Dara Kashani
"Came here for a brunch event with a group of girls and safe to say everyone loved the place! Really good vibe with the outside seating and perfect..."
Haylee Jane Monteiro
"I was visiting from out of town and everyone recommended Barbarella. I really enjoyed its location so close to the beach. We got the Barbarella..."
Tyrone
"Because the outdoor seating and the street closed outside there is no parking in the immediate vicinity. We had a reservation and were seated..."
Carrie Blast
"A nice little restaurant hidden in La Jolla. A couple of my friends and I enjoyed the very comfortable patio. It was spacious and the weather was..."
Ruth P
"This was a wonderful place with wonderful staff! Great engagement happened here which the staff gifted a great bottle of champagne to the newly..."
ryan hoo
"Best restaurant in la Jolla. The pancakes are amazingly good. Somehow light and fluffy, but dense and satisfying, soft in the middle and crispy on..."
Dr. Ryan
"Loved the happy hour choices. Family friendly..."
Claire Healy
Candor By Giuseppe
90/100 (129 ratings)
Restaurants
European
American
Healthy
Italian
Dinner
Lunch
Salad
Fish
European
Healthy
American
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Seating
Private Dining
Table Service
Street Parking
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Gift Cards Available
Parking Available
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Dog Friendly
Delivery
Reservations
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"My family and I had an incredible dining experience at Candor The variety and quality of dishes were outstanding. The eggplant, fig salad, salmon..."
Sam cooke
"Amazing! We went in craving for pasta and we were thrilled! Their margaritas were so smooth and flavor combination was great (I got fruity) We got..."
Susie Kim
"My sibling and I went here for a nice lunch after walking along the cliffs. We got the tomato bread and roasted cauliflower with pistachio pesto to..."
Sarah Gideon
"Bravo Bravo! Hospitality and food through the roof! Came in with my roommate (we're in hospitality) and we both agreed, Candor by Giuseppe has got..."
Jacob Black
"Such a great little pearl in La Jolly. We enjoyed a great lunch..."
Linda Gjerløv
"I live in LA and come to La Jolla a few times a year. I ALWAYS make a point of stopping at Candor. Truly the best food in the San Diego area. ..."
kathy kargodorian
"Best fish stew ever but kinda think its a little spicy or mabye canola oil got to me..."
Bennett Blake
"My new favorite spot! The cappuccinos here are SO GOOD! and the food is absolutely delicious. This is how ALL pasta should taste!! The service is..."
Masreth Fatima
"The food was excellent with service to match. We were there to have a conversation and get caught up. The server was attentive but gave us our space...."
Keith Pearson
"We found this place by chance and I feel so incredibly lucky that we did!! The decor, ambience, staff, everything was wonderful. The blue and..."
Alisa Antonelli
"I love the Caesar salad. The croutons are to die for. Updating my earlier review... Everything we've had has been great when eating at the..."
Peggy Totzke
"Wonderful staff, delicious food, excellent service! Always a great experience with Giuseppe's crew..."
Ms. Coady
"This restaurant was fantastic. Ambiance was great and the food was very delicious. Thank you for such a great..."
Simone De Carolis
"Latest & greatest creation by local chef Giuseppe featuring California cuisine w an Italian flare. Love the chic design and open kitchen. Terrific..."
Susan Monk
"Truly an excellent experience all around. The waitstaff was wonderful and had good suggestions for food and wine pairings. The food was amazing. We..."
Anya Abrahamson
"Everything was delicious!!! Chloé our server is great! We will definitely be going..."
Laura Salas
"Burrata with pear & bruschetta were great starters. Main plates were also solidly Italian (note the crushed almonds atop the pappardelle). And as the..."
Kate Knick Rabbe
"The food and service are excellent and the space is comfortable and inviting. I could spend the day with the mussels and clams dish alone, and the..."
Darin Dietz
Lupi Italian Restaurant
89/100 (476 ratings)
Restaurants
Italian
Vegetarian Friendly
Italian
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Drinks
Risotto
Pesto
Pasta
Salad
Sit down
Italian
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Family style
Dog Friendly
Delivery
Outdoor Seating
Reservations
Takeout
Accepts Mastercard
Seating
Accepts Visa
Table Service
Accepts American Express
Wheelchair Accessible
Street Parking
Accepts Discover
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Drinks
Dinner
Mid-range
"The food is one of a kind. Chef Luigi has created some wonderful recipes over the years.He is right up there With Lydia, the Italian Chefess that..."
Anna Moore Creshman
"We go to Lupi at least once a week. It is a wonderful family atmosphere. Traditional italian food cooked with love! A cozy neighborhood eatery. ..."
Jennifer Ziegaus Wahl
"Great italian food, service and music I love coming here to enjoy..."
Kim Cumar
"Best Italian food in San Diego. Hands..."
Melanie Rose Arnold
"Super id super art..."
Gusti Nizam Shah
"AMAZING!!! Such good food and service everyone was so..."
Sophie Boxwala
"Authentic. The menu looks like it has some amazing options, but I always end up getting one of the specials offered that night and have not been..."
Paul Harrison
"It was one of the best dishes we ever had in our life. Thank you very much and greetings from..."
Annika Samohvalov
"Our first time here and I'm so glad we came. Best authentic Italian Cuisine we've had! The lasagna was AMAZING! Mouth watering and stayed hot thru..."
Christie Kohn
"Lupi's is amazing. Fantastic food and..."
Jennifer Harmon
"We had a delightful evening at this restaurant on a recent trip to Bird Rock. The food and service were both excellent. My father-in-law had..."
Kim
"Juan was an excellent host, the food was fresh and delicious. Service was superb. You could tell the entire restaurant took pride in everything they..."
Ross Beaudette
"Their lasagna and garlic bread are amazing. I only had water to drink and my up was never close to being half empty. Service was amazing, will..."
Sonya Delgado
"Nice Italian restaurant. They have live music at night. Food is good and the easier had old school charm. I would go back..."
Gavin Zau
"Amazing food and with as many people as we had. Nobody would guarantee us a table. Not this place! Amazing food and service! I recommend prawns..."
Aaron cauthron
"A delicious feel-good meal at an intimate and cozy local..."
Los O'Gradys in Mexico
"Wonderful small neighborhood Italian restaurant with a great variety of traditional dishes. Great food and great service. Away from the more..."
Stan Weiner
"Not only was the food amazing, but the experience was even better. Our server, Antonio, was extremely polite and personable. I would recommend this..."
Dylan Wargo
"The food and service we had was excellent. The interior could do with an upgrade. Parking can be challenging right in front but can be found on a..."
Liam Cusack
"Great experience, excellent food! Also had a solid wine selection. Everyone here seems to be from Italy, so kind of feels like a mini vacation! Super..."
Blair Morrison
"Juan was wonderful..warm and welcoming. The food was excellent. We will definitely go..."
Yvette Villamana
"This place deserves a 5 for a few reasons. 1. YES is the answer you will get when you ask any question. Yes they could make us a meal even though it..."
L Sutherland
"My girlfriend and I were on vacation from Arizona and ate here after having over-priced and underwhelming food everywhere else throughoutthe week. ..."
Kevin O'Brien
Regents Pizzeria
88/100 (2850 ratings)
Restaurants
Pizza
Italian
Pizza
Italian
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Salad
Wings
New York Style Pizza
Deep dish pizza
Pesto
Burger
Pasta
Sit down
Pizza
Italian
Parking Available
Delivery
Takeout
Television
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Just left a brutal review of the “deep dish,” pizza at Lefty’s Chicago as I wanted to compare to my first visit to Rengents months ago. Well,..."
J D
"I love the meat lovers deep dish pizza. You cannot go wrong here with that piece of heaven. By the way, you can order by the slice and you can order..."
Carleton Hargrove
"Mama Mia, our Margherita pizza was Magnifico! We also ordered a large Caesar salad, which was also delicious. My suggestion would be for them to cut..."
Ruth Metcalf
"Superb selection of pizzas, ran with NY style frankenslice and pepperoni, couldn’t have been happier. Massive beer selection on tap, friendly..."
Josh Ritchie
"Food is tasty, place is lively. Not much service is involved, as the set up is like a cafeteria, although they'll bring the food to your..."
Sidney Wang
"Best pizza in town and I love how they change the beers here often! Highly recommend Chicago style meat lovers and Dominic’s..."
JayR Casil
"Very busy and crowded. You place your order at the counter, pay, then try to find a table, your food will be brought to you. The N.Y. Pizza was..."
Leon Avakian
"I was here a few months ago and gave them a fantastic review. It hasn't changed at all. I must mention they change the menu so it isn't always the..."
Alexa Scia
"Possibly the best NY style slice in town. A bit unassuming in a strip mall but don’t let that stop you . Full menu with pasta , appetizers etc ...."
James Terwilliger
"I have loved this place since I moved here in 2003 and it was still at its earlier location. The current location is great with an awesome selection..."
Patrick Bowen
"I am able to get here every once in a while and go for the Popeye's deep dish pizza (spinach and veggie), Nashville hot crispy chicken sandwich..."
Robert Veneziale
"Deep dish master pizza -- yum and quickly fills you up. Got the Cobb salad as well which was good. The donut holes were chewy, so probably won't do..."
Rosalind Smith
"This is my favorite pizza place in SD (so far) -- sue me for not having any pictures of the pizza, though - LOL!! But, I love Chicago-style Deep..."
Johnnie Weathersby III
"The vibe here is really great! It was my 1st time to visit this pizza place and I ordered a slice of Meat Lovers deep dish pizza. Their deep dish..."
Bonny Huang
"Favorite pizza spot of all time for me. Hope I get to stop by one more time before I leave. I got a slice of the white and Chicago meat lovers. Both..."
Luke Hedghog
"First time going and for sure will be back. Amazing place with a great friendly staff and great selection of..."
J Rio
"I always love the beer selection on tap here. The pizza never fails me either. On top of that, it’s a great hangout spot! On a good day (before..."
Melissa Chu
Cafe Milano
88/100 (751 ratings)
Restaurants
Italian
Italian
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Eggplant
Osso Buco
Cannelloni
Salad
Ice Cream
Scallops
Pesto
Calamari
Ossobuco
Risotto
Calamares
Salmon
Cheesecake
Alfredo
Tiramisu
Meatballs
Shrimp
Cheesecakes
Bolognese
Lasagne
Lobster
Cannoli
Sit down
Italian
Outdoor Seating
Reservations
Takeout
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Highchairs Available
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"The restaurant's fresh made pastas are incredible. But my personal favorite is their bread and dipping sauce. The dipping sauce...there are no words..."
Katerina Simunkova
"Excellent restaurant for special occasions. The food and service were phenomenal. Everyone was quick to assist but not overbearing or rushing. Our..."
Erin Neal
"I found this place randomly while searching for a birthday dinner place for my mom. So happy to have chosen this place, everything was wonderful. The..."
Yukiko Espinoza
"We booked again, Saturday evening 7:00pm after a 4 year gap. Great news it hasn’t changed one bit. Traditional and truly 100% authentic. It was..."
Dai Davies
"I discovered Cafe Milano last summer and I’ve been back multiple times! You can really taste Chef Pasquale’s love in the food and feel Sandra’s..."
Muthoni Sein
"Cute little family owned Italian restaurant. Service was outstanding as well as the atmosphere. There's a piano and guitar player that makes dining..."
Astrid McD
"Tiramisu out from this world! Came to fill a the sweet gap in my stomach and was not disappointed Sabrina and Pascual are amazing..."
Adrian Cozumel
"Food was Amazing! Sauce was light and delicious, seafood was tender and the wine was tasty. Will be out go to Italian spot whenever we visit! I did..."
Raylee Hostetler
"Delicious authentic Italian food!! The lobster ravioli in the vodka sauce is a must have, you’ll lick the plate clean! Chocolate Truffle ice cream..."
Ruby Philip
"Cafe Milano was a great little spot to pop in and have lunch. It is home made Italiano cuisine. Each dish had a very authentic flavor. We did request..."
Tiff Wignall
"My phone stopped working because it thought we were in Italy 🇮🇹. Welcomed like family. The server gave us a detailed tour of the menu. We..."
Michael Crudele
Bistro Pazzo
88/100 (328 ratings)
Restaurants
Italian
Italian
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Salmon
Cheesecake
Pesto
Pasta
Salad
Sit down
Italian
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"We went to Bistro Pazzo for dinner. We had the mozzarella capresse and I ordered the Valeries Rigatoni Rustica. It was delicious and it was just the..."
Lourdes Elayne Martinez
"Excellent service and an authentic environment. They really made us feel like family while we were there, this place is worth visiting for sure!..."
Paul Lyden
"Awesome food, quick service...good cozy..."
Aabhas Zaveri
"Great service, wonderful food. Would highly..."
Sarah Unbewust Bailey
"My wife and I stopped in on a visit to San Diego. Food was MARVELOUS!!!! I highly recommend you pay a visit to Seto(Owner), and Bistro Pazzo when..."
Duane Akon
"The food was awesome! The ambiance even better, we will be..."
Karen Cornelius Redmond
"Great food, casual ambiance, authentic menu choices, friendly and attentive service. Excellent wines. Family owned and operated. Close to the main..."
Ava Ciliberti
"Been to this place 7 times in 2014, 4 times in 2013 and 4 times in 2012. Great place including a good wine list. Less than 1 block off of..."
Peter Cacioppo
"Found this resto on Yelp and glad we listened to the reviews. This was the best Italian cuisine we’ve had out west. Service was fantastic, good..."
Yaetna Pandey
"This place was recommended to us by the hotel we were staying at. We were all in the mood for pasta and this place did not disappoint. I had the..."
Megan Sampson
"This restaurant is easy to miss as it's located on a quiet street in La Jolla. Italian food was excellent and the service was very good. The decor..."
Vic
"The food and service was great! The waitress was super friendly and helpful. The place is very small and had some locals that greeted us as soon as..."
Leandria S.
"Great food, great service; a 5/5 rating. You can't go wrong coming here . . . wow, what can I say, but "Go!" After several visits, I can say that I..."
David
"Very nice place, owner provided great personal service. I would come here again. Great..."
Ken Hicks
"Wonderful food...lasagna was scrumptious and penne siciliana was yummy. Owner was sweet and fun. Will definitely come..."
Lovestoeatout
"Great food and spot. We had a wonderful dinner for our last night in La Jolla. Thanks for making it a perfect choice. from Salt Spring Island,..."
Gloria.murphy89
"Like a home-cooked meal!. Had such a lovely dinner with my husband tonight! The restaurant is pretty small, but it is quaint, intimate, and romantic...."
Alex
"Amazingly delicious food, friendly & prompt service...just go, you won't be disappointed! The hormone free pork with caramelized onions special was..."
LeslieS
"Delicious and Romantic!. Wonderful food and atmosphere. The owner gave us great recommendations on salad, wine and entree. Very reasonably priced and..."
M Pecsok
"On the day I ate at this charming little bistro, our waiter was quick to let me know that they had just gotten in very fresh seafood that day. Since..."
Jessica F.
"Amazing!. What a great night, all around! We were greeted warmly by the owner and served a delicious meal. The menu is a "suggestion" and they are..."
Whitney
"This is the best italian in La Jolla! Amazing atmosphere inside and out on the patio. Go see Seto's and have the time of your..."
Larry Hilgeford
"Best Italian food I ever had!!. We came all the way from Michigan for holiday and luckily we found this restaurant. We had a great time with Seto. He..."
Alex00sub
"My two girl friends and I take a trip together each year. Girls get away. We stopped in La Jolla and Bistro Pazzo was recommend. What a treat between..."
Lynne Crowley
"From the service, to the scene and quality of the food, Bistro Pazzo was a really enjoyable experience. Highly recommend the Bietole. The Spaghetti..."
Kate Smucker
"Love this place! The owner/chef is amazing! 👏 The bread and pesto would be enough for me, but then it's on to the incredible spinach salad and..."
Sheila Johnson
"Hands down the BEST Italian dinner ever! Incredible service, unbelievable food. Really quaint atmosphere on their patio. I really can’t remember a..."
Mitch Vasin
"Excellent service and food - couldn’t believe it wasn’t more crowded here, though we did go early. Perhaps it’s La Jolla’s best-kept secret...."
Lisa Westlund
"Definition of Diamond in the Rough. Forget all the fool’s gold glamor and glitz on Prospect. This place is the real deal neighborhood joint...."
Aaron Strom
"BLOWN AWAY. Service-incredible. Owner was our waiter and we spent half our meal sharing stories with him. Food was SO FRESH AND DELICIOUS. I had the..."
Jennie Karges
"Food was amazing! Service was great! We would definitely come back here on our next visit in San Diego..."
Haidie Liza Daraba
"Quiet and private. The five of us ordered different so we can taste each. The food was excellent. Our host Seto took care if us and he's very..."
Tony S.
"Definitey would recommend 5 stars to this hole in the wall establishment. Even had a moment to myself while devouring the delicious fresh bread. The..."
Sevan Torosyan
"This is truly a hidden Gem in La Jolla. The food and service is amazing. You will not be..."
Christopher Switzer
"Fantastic experience! As we entered the patio we were immediately greeted by our server. He treats you like long-lost Italian relatives and only..."
Katie McGinnis
"Top notch food, service, and experience!! Had a business dinner here with 15 people. The owner and staff went above and beyond! The wine..."
S Santoyo
"Wonderful Italian food! All of our food was amazing, the bread and pesto, appetizer, soup, salad, pasta, and dessert. Service was attentive and..."
Dana
"Great food and amazing service. A great quiet place to dine. I hate to compliment cuz it'll mean more customers but have to give it its..."
David Crowell
"Took a chance for a client dinner on a recommendation from a friend and what I found was a great value for Authentic Italian Classics served in..."
Greg Stein
"Delicious italian food. Seriously reminded me of being back in Italy. I had the lobster ravioli. First starters I had the mist salad. All very good...."
Dawn “Resilence Leadership” Hodges
"My family has been ordering from here since I was a little kid! I used to exclusively order their pasta bolognese (highly recommend this if you eat..."
xannie schmidt
"Best lasagna of my life hands down. And I eat alot of lasagna! Great setup, pretty patio, & a personal, dedicated..."
Michael Hagstette
Osteria Romantica
87/100 (1857 ratings)
Restaurants
Mediterranean
Pizza
Italian
Gluten Free Options
Italian
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Meatballs
Eggplant
Lasagne
Pasta
Carbonara
Salad
Tortellini
Scallops
Tortelloni
Calamari
Osso Buco
Risotto
Lamb
Calamares
Bruschette
Salmon
Pesto
Fish
Pork
Antipasti
Shrimp
Ossobuco
Beef
Cioppino
Tiramisu
Sit down
Italian
Pizza
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Excellent food, top-notch service and perfect location. We had an after graduation lunch here and every dish was delicious. Can’t wait to return on..."
Lance Lary
"We enjoyed everything we ordered! Friendly staff, great atmosphere! Will add it to our must visit again..."
Julie Kennedy-Fortin
"Coming from a large Italian family, I'm very critical of Italian food. This place is By far the best I have ever had (my family included) the food,..."
Jill M Cooke
"Love this place. Great atmosphere, great food, and love our waiter! Second birthday lunch I have had the privilege of spending..."
Joani Bean
"My favorite Italian restaurant ! Amazing food,family feel and very reasonable prices. Service is great and the wine choices are top..."
Helene Stephan
"ALWAYS a great experience with food to die for! This is our favorite Italian restaurant and we drive all the way from Chula..."
Joanie Nollan Merritt
"My favorite Italian restaurant in San Diego. Somehow came here during all of our visits to SD. Ordered minestrone, baked eggplant, vegetarian ..."
Aruna Susarla
"Great place, food is fantastic, amazing wines and wonderful..."
Tony Cohen
"Marvelous menu, wine selections, and service! There's a reason they get so many locals through the..."
Bruce Campbell
"Osteria Romantica, their staff, his owner, the food, and the chef make the perfect combination to have a nice dinner after a hat week of work, they..."
Martha Sheridan
"The very best Italian restaurant. Always great food and drink and service is awesome! We make sure to go at least once whenever we are in town from..."
Traycie Borelli
"Amazing ALWAYS!! ...we have had many many dinners here and EVERYTHING from the heirloom tomatoes to desserts are excellent! Love the waiters from..."
Karen Kennedy Lasrich
"Great food, great atmosphere, amazing service. Authentic Italian food. A must..."
Bill Stokes
"Best Italian food in San Diego! Very friendly, lots of atmosphere...very quaint and Romantic. You will LOVE this..."
Audre Mckenzie
"Excellent! Excellent! The food, the atmosphere, the waiters etc was amazing! I will be back!..."
Monica Garcia Howard
"According to my family, its not a trip to La Jolla Cove without going to Osteria Romantica. Fabio and staff always treats us great and the food is..."
Tom Kucharski
"First of all the restaurant has the most incredible atmosphere .Real Italian waiters and real Italian food. Service and food were outstanding..."
Barry L Danser
"I love coming here all the time! It feels like I'm in my grandma's house ( only nicer!!!) the music, the atmosphere, the service and ah...the food!..."
Gilda Adler
"We vacation in La Jolla every summer and make it a habit to eat here at least once. We have never been..."
Christiaan van Deur
"I celebrated my husband's birthday here yesterday. We had a great time. The food, the waiters and the ambiance was perfect! Great..."
Rita Ginns
"Best Italian food I have ever had with great customer service.5..."
Mikayla Ariana MCcanna
"Very delicious pastas! Awesome clams!👍We will come back for more deserts..."
Lusine Abovyan
"Loved the food! It was really really good. Service was excellent. Wish we lived closer because we would go there all the..."
Amanda Hall Agajanian
"Quaint, cozy and romantic traditional trattoria with EXCELLENT Italian food. I will always go back here when I visit..."
Jen Bosack
"I always come here when visiting La Jolla because of the fine dining and..."
Luma Seminario
"Very cozy restaurant. I always meet friends here after..."
Ned Davis
"Wonderful customer service, charming ambience and unique, delicious take on Italian Cuisine. For its stellar La Jolla location we thought it would be..."
Michael Ariane Roberts Pardubsky
"Great service�they speak Italian to you. You have to try it..."
Cindi Avila
"WOW everything about this place is perfect, we had an amazing and affordable night. Every staff member is absolutely wonderful and attentive. The..."
Ally Bergeron
"We came here for dinner on a Friday evening. Had a reservation and were seated quickly. Service was good. We had Simone as our server and he was..."
Krishna Narasimhan
"Hello! I came down to san diego for the evening and made a reservation thrue the "open table" app you should definitely check it out! This..."
MARVIN Sanchez
"Overall it was 3.5 stars. Of the 4 dishes we ordered I would rank the food: lamb parpadelle (5 ⭐️), salmon ala vodka (3.5 ⭐️), linguine nere..."
Nina V
"Fantastic Italian food with a great atmosphere and staff. Our waiter was personable and attentive. The pasta was delicious and cooked perfectly. Plus..."
A. Nelson
"Wow, the food tasted very fresh and perfectly seasoned. They also serve complimentary bread with the meal. I would dine here again the next time..."
Ella K
"Delicious food and wine, great service, lovely atmosphere, and good company on a beautiful patio.... What more cutie one..."
Kat Blue
"Had the best meal here out on the sidewalk area. The food was delicious- especially the gnocchi, best I’ve ever had. Server was a delight and the..."
Suzanne Smigliani
"This is such a cute and delicious place to eat!! We had originally planned to go to another restaurant but couldn't pass up how good the food looked..."
Madisyn Larson
"My friend took me to this darling, apparently popular restaurant. Her being a regular there, they allowed us to sit in the back corner. The food was..."
Ruth P
Elixir Espresso & Wine Bar
87/100 (256 ratings)
Quick Bites
Coffee & Tea
Coffee & Tea
Dessert
Vegan Options
Cafe
European
Wine Bar
Cafe
French
Vegetarian Friendly
Italian
French
Wine Bar
Italian
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Ice Cream
Gelato
Crepes
Café
Italian
French
Wine Bar
Café
Street Parking
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Wine and Beer
Parking Available
Accepts Discover
Digital Payments
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Takeout
Accepts Mastercard
Reservations
Accepts Visa
Accepts American Express
Lunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Cheap Eats
"Overall a 4.5. The pastries were warmed up and served with proper cutlery. The wood tables/chairs/stools were really comfortable to sit at. There..."
Nina V
"Coffee was great and I loved the space. I Got oat milk latte with lavender syrup. Service was..."
Ido Simyoni
"This place is amazing. Truly a secret hole in the wall, everyone needs to try, The food, the coffee, and even the desserts is truly a work of..."
J Q
"01-07-2023 Ordered: -Oatmeal Mocha (don’t remember the price)— first time having oatmeal milk. Going forward will order my hot drink with oatmeal..."
Sue Duong
"This place is delicious. The decaf mocha coffe was so good. I had bri bites with pear on toast. It was filling I thought they would be tiny. The..."
Gina Britt
"Came by on a Sunday afternoon after noticing the sign while we were walking around. Nice courtyard area. Got a cup of oat mocha and a bag of beans...."
Deniz Turkmen
"Iced Venetia coffee was delicious not to sweet but good enough, nice area to sit..."
Sonia villegas
"I ordered a latte and a tiramisu. The tiramisu is a 2/5 super dry and hard to eat cake. Not what I was expecting. The latte was a 4/5, good..."
Ashley Mendez
"Excellent food, friendly service, and a quiet hidden location makes this one of our favorite places in La Jolla. The only challenge is finding nearby..."
Walid Hamdy
"Cool coffee shop in a great location. ordered 3 drinks: double espresso, skim latte and soy latte. Espresso was dark and smooth with nice crema - 5..."
Eric
"Unbelievable coffee. Gluten free and vegan options for donuts and other delicacies that somehow taste even better than the “real” thing. Friendly..."
Travis Rigas
"We came to Elixir looking for a coffee shop to get some studying down in a relaxing environment. Upon entry, Elixir in La Jolla has 4 small tables..."
Brandon Locke
"Worked from here and it was quiet and not busy at all which was surprising because the service was great, wifi was good and I really enjoyed the..."
Nathan Goobie
"Wherever I go I always look for the best cup of coffee. Elixir coffee in La Jolla, southern California is one of the best cups of coffee I have..."
Birgit Solvsten D'Alpoim Guedes
"Absolutely incredible matcha latte. Love it. I also liked the way the store is formatted, half inside half..."
Zihan Cai
"I love coffee but I have my favorite capuccino and is here. But is not a regular capuccino, is premium coffee bean, the perfect knowledge to how to..."
Crissy Leen
Carino's Italian
86/100 (251 ratings)
Restaurants
Italian
Vegetarian Friendly
Pizza
Pizza
Italian
Vegetarian Friendly
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Salad
Sit down
Pizza
Italian
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Takeout
Breakfast
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Small place, with good food! Super delish pizza! The customer service was amazing! Food was nice and hot... ordered pizza and lasagna. Dinner time..."
Mónica Ramírez
"This quaint Mom and Pop place will not disappoint. Great romantic ambiance. Great place to hang have some wine , pasta and pizza. Definitely planning..."
Wendy Westcott
"Best pizza EVER!! Our family tradition for many many years when we visit San Diego from Las Vegas is dinner at Carinos. Have met up with friends..."
Marsi Miller
"Amazing food and excellent customer service! If you want to have great pizza, please give Carino's a..."
Maira L. Sosa
"Carino's is the best ever. Been going there..."
Pierce Michael Kavanagh
"I love this pizza place so much. I HAVE to go every time that I visit. And I always grab a large pizza to go so I can have some back in..."
Sadie Miller
"Still, after so many years, the best pizza I have ever had. I'm glad that I finally live close enough to enjoy it more..."
Todd Seagren
"Pizza was delicious and awesome service, highly recommendable to friends and..."
Sally Canedo
"Best pizza in town. Been going there for special occasions for the last 13..."
Chuck Miller
"This place is a hidden gem in La Jolla and San Diego. Been coming here for many years!They serve up an Excellent Pizza (Deep dish & New York style) &..."
Marcos Ortiz
"Great customer service. Hospitality excellent Friendly cosy. A very nice Lil joint. Sit. Food was authentic and excellent. Plan on coming here..."
jay powers
"We were looking for a good pizza joint to visit while on vacation. We stumbled upon Carino’s! The pizza was good and the sauce held some great..."
Cameron Christensen
"Delicious pizza and pasta ! Friendly staff. Will be back..."
Tony Cruz
"The pizza is good and you can essentially order any toppings you like on it. There was only like one guy working, so it was kind of slow, but he was..."
T “Iguana” C
"I like their pizza best in La Jolla. But they charge a lot more if you order ingredients separately vs one they have on their menu. Price went from..."
Kathleen C
"Great pizza, friendly staff. The Hawaiian pizza had large, generous chunks of pineapple and ham, and plenty of cheese this will be our go-to pizza..."
Timmy P
"Ordered takeout. Portions were kind of small, but value matched the price. The garlic bread was made from toast-like bread, and was a little rubbery..."
Tina DeSanto
"Been eating at Carino’s for years, ever since I live on 525 Marine St. Always the best pizza, hot, great crust, fresh ingredients that give it its..."
Dru Downy Jr
"Pizza was so good, I would definitely say it’s one of the best I have had in a long time! Love the crust, crispy cheese and the sauce is really..."
Cody Decker
"BEST PIZZA IN TOWN my dad has been coming here for literal decades. Every time my family goes, it always tastes the same: DELICIOUS and so..."
Janessa Davé
"Came all the way from Ohio, our last day in San Diego we had this pizza and some minestrone soup. Amazzzzzziiiinnnngggg! Seriously the best pizza..."
Tabitha Gazelle
"If you’re looking for some solid pizza in San Diego, hit up Carino’s. Top tier pizza with excellent customer service. I feel like family every..."
Justin Whatley
"This pizza is a staple in my life. It's the perfect balance between guilty pleasure food and high quality, yummy pizza! Love love LOVE! We get..."
Farah Griffin
"Great pizza and the lasagna we ordered was amazing. NOT reheated frozen lasagna, the real deal. What else could you ask for. Oh, good beer and wine..."
Tyler Smith
"I don't know how these guys bake their crust but it's amazing. Fresh ingredients in real cheese and there's years of love baked into every pie! We..."
Care Messer
"Literally the best pizza in La Jolla. All the other pizza places taste really doey. The people who work there are really friendly and I really..."
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Sammy's Woodfired Pizza & Grill
86/100 (661 ratings)
Restaurants
Pizza
Gluten Free Options
Pizza
Fusion
Italian
International
International
Italian
Vegan Options
Fusion
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Duck
Tapas
Fish Taco
Tacos
Shrimp
Pesto
Fish
Salad
Sit down
Italian
Pizza
International
Fusion
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Television
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Mediterranean Dip combo is the best dish out there ! A lot of Vegetarian options available and also clearly marked in the menu ! The staff was very..."
Siddharth Kamdar
"We had a fantastic New Year's Eve lunch, and as expected, the lobster bisque was consistently delightful. The stellar bread service added to the..."
Rich E
"Very nice outdoor dining area and the food was great! I ordered the shrimp tacos and they were delicious. The fries were seasoned and were very..."
ESG Visuals
"This place is a must, the style and decor is modern, yet cozy and upscale, and the outdoor seating is lovely with all the plants, and it is located..."
Antonio Inserra
"Pizza is meh.... not bad... not great. Servers are great tho. Very sweet with children. Just wished the pizza was..."
Dusty Jeffers
"I love this restaurant. The food has been consistently delicious and it has a relaxed atmosphere. The DUCK TACOS appetizer is one of my favorites. ..."
Dawn
"Kara was our awesome server, she did a very prompt and professional job. The restaurant was doing a lot of take out orders while I was inside and I..."
Ethan Lee
"We got there right as the rush was starting so completely understand they were definitely busy. The garlic cheesy bread was good I just wish it had..."
Katherine Inzunza
"Awesome great quality eats. Generous portions, excellent service. Robert B took great care of us, friendly professional service with a..."
Ty Smith
"Robert B was a great server. The food was amazing and the chocolate sundae really made the birthday..."
Trevor Smith (Nature Sessions)
"Great New Year's Eve lunch. The lobster bisque never disappoints. Of course the bread service is stellar. Got two winning wines and a good beer. And..."
Sue Hardman
"Birthday!! That means a birthday sundae! We celebrated at a nice table in a separate..."
Joanne Watson
Isola Pizza Bar
84/100 (755 ratings)
Restaurants
Neapolitan
Gluten Free Options
Pizza
Italian
Campania
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Pizza
Italian
Southern-Italian
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Drinks
Salad
Calamari
Mussels
Prosciutto
Bruschette
Pesto
Shrimp
Pasta
Italian
Southern-Italian
Neapolitan
Pizza
Campânia
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Accepts Credit Cards
Takeout
Dinner
Lunch
Drinks
Mid-range
"They have the best, best, best happy hour anywhere in San Diego...I love..."
Anne McCann Perez
"The best true Italian pizza! Our waitress was so sweet. The chicken salad is..."
Bernie Garzone
"Introduced to this restaurant by our daughter and her fiancee. Very good service and delicious food! Definitely recommend this place and know we..."
Cindy Chance
"Ottima pizza con prodotti di qualità, consigliata per chi ha nostalgia dell'Italia!..."
Sara Bondani
"Amazing food and service . Ordered the pizza , spaghetti and chocolate..."
Adeem Fenster
"Best pizza in San Diego, if not in CA, if not in the west......"
Elaine Palminteri Ardizzone
"Tutto ottimo, tanta gentilezza e cortesia, grazie è sempre un piacere stare a..."
Lella Milia
"Loved their Asparagus and Brie pizza and service was..."
Dilek Yarici Cucuzza
"Fantastic food. Casual dining. Great pasta. Brussel sprout app was..."
Debra Beth
"My wife and I brought a few of our close friends for dinner here last night. We've been big fans of Isola Pizza Bar in Little Italy for years and..."
Michael Burke
"Isola is a wonderful addition to La Jolla. Thank you Massimo for opening in The Village. We are traveling but can't wait to try you during your new..."
Larry McCracken
"Delicious food, clean environment! No more words..."
Esmeralda Vargas
"The server was pretty kind. The ambiance is really beautiful; really nice at night. The food was delicious as well. The server never brought me my..."
Heidy Amaro
"I had dinner at this lovely place two nights in row during a very stressful few days. Not only is the food fantastic, but the service is really..."
Tammi McDonald
"I wish you could give 6 star ratings because I would give this restaurant over 5 stars!!! Perfect for date night, this location is nestled right in..."
Victoria Olivares
"Growing up as an only child, I remember occasionally experiencing boredom and loneliness during Summer breaks from school that, at times, seemed to..."
Henry Voros
"Third time coming here. The interior setup is cramped and you can barely hear the person in front of you due to loud music. We waited about 10..."
Marc P
"We had the most wonderful dinner. the service and the food was wonderful the servers treated us as if we were the only customers in the place w all..."
Dora peralta
"It felt like Italy but in California. Food was really good and tasty. Portions were huge but not too bad. It was a great spot with amazing pizza and..."
Viviana Shanks
"Follow on review: Came here recently as part of an event. As always, the food never fails to impress. The pizza is one of the best in San Diego, and..."
Zuzana Votrubec
"The food was good, but not up to the quality. I would think it would be in this area. The service was pretty normal from what I’ve experienced, I..."
Robert
"We decided to try one of the many Italian restaurants in the nice La Jolla area. The overall ambiance of the restaurant is very nice. There have..."
Andrey Bzikadze
"Absolutely delicious and a great value. We’ve been eating our way through Italian restaurants in San Diego and Isola is the best to date. Using..."
Linda Illingworth
"I found this place really tasty. Great service from the waiters. The pasta has really nice taste to it. Also, the site is clean and feels like its..."
César Rincón Mayorga
"Great atmosphere and great food! The service was nice and we feel at home 🇮🇹🍕 Definitely recommend if you are in..."
RAF MC
"Wow what a surprise, let my 6 year old pick where we would go on our dad date and these guys took care of the rest! Our pizza came out in 3..."
Benjamin Davis
"My favorite Italian restaurant. I will make the hour+ drive to eat here . After coming back from Italy it's so nice to have real pizza! I recommend..."
Kathy Rehme
"Great pizza. The service was..."
Senji Laxme R Raghunath
Piatti
84/100 (8035 ratings)
Restaurants
Italian
Tuscan
Gluten Free Options
Central-Italian
Italian
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Brunch
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Meatballs
Cheesecakes
Lasagne
Salad
Cannelloni
Calamari
Ice Cream
Risotto
Prosciutto
Mussels
Gelato
Calamares
Cakes
Salmon
Lamb
Bruschette
Pesto
Cheesecake
Fish
Orecchiette
Shrimp
Beef
Polenta
Tiramisu
Sit down
Central-Italian
Tuscan
Italian
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Gift Cards Available
Highchairs Available
Reservations
Dinner
Late Night
Lunch
Brunch
Mid-range
"My dinner last night at Piatti was spectacular!!! I have been going to this restaurant for over 10 years and have never had a bad meal. The server..."
Heather R. Short
"We ran into this place on a fluke. The place where we parked our car told us about it (said they would validate our tix to 3.00) so we decided to..."
Myrna Urena Osuna
"This is our favorite Italian restaurant while in San Diego. They have good vegetarian options as well. They have great wines, best home made raviolis..."
Urvi Mehta
"A nice Italian food spot near La Jolla Shores. Lots of seating inside the restaurant, in attached patio, and then on street (covid outdoor seating..."
John Rosas
"Love this place. The food is always good. The waiters are great. Either outside or inside is cozy and elegant. One of those places that has kept..."
Laura Stevens Properties
"Ciabatta Demi-loaf is super good! The texture of the bread is a little bit stiff for me. But after dipping in the sauce, it is surprisingly..."
Kai-Jie Chang
"First time to eat here, celebrated my son and his GF's engagement. Bread with oil & vinegar was very good. I had spaghetti with meatballs, noodles..."
Arthur Hameister
"This place has been around for ever, and quality has not decreased in my opinion. Last night they where very busy but things went smoothly. My only..."
Alexander Collins
"Great service and food came out fast. The fresh pasta was delicious. Get the shrimp saffron dish, quite unique and tasty. The dough for the pizza was..."
Christopher Gillespie
"Passed by and decided to try it last week when we visited San Diego- SO good! Home-feel italian interior with open kitchen- you can see the chef..."
Samantha Morris
"Food was good. Price for wine was high and they did not serve bread. You had to pay for bread I. Italian restaurant. 4 star is for the service...."
Afsoon Alaghehband
"While exploring La Jolla for a day of kayaking, my husband and I decided to try one of the local spots for a bite to eat. With plenty of Italian..."
Аlisa Paludeti
"Had a great time at this restaurant with our family. Lovely atmosphere, delicious food and great..."
Ninella Keshesh
Bernini's Bistro
84/100 (1373 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
Italian
Italian
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Gluten Free Options
Brunch
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Tiramisu
Pancakes
Meatballs
Lasagne
Cakes
Pasta
Lamb
Salad
Pesto
Crab
Calamari
Risotto
Tuna
Calamares
Salmon
Burger
Shrimp
Sit down
Italian
Serves Alcohol
Gift Cards Available
Highchairs Available
Reservations
Full Bar
Outdoor Seating
Seating
Takeout
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Drinks
Brunch
Dinner
Late Night
Lunch
Mid-range
"Well prepared Italian food, inexpensive, good serviceThe Bistro is a short block from The Conrad Performing Arts Center. This is an..."
Rachita Rawat
"A Hidden Village GemBerninis is a relatively small restaurant located in the original Village area of La Jolla, but whatever it may lack in..."
Vansha Manral
"We ate here on our first night in La Jolla. Excellent friendly service. Between us we had salad, pizza and their dinner special pasta all were very..."
Sandeep Singh
"Excellent seafood and gluten free options. Service and aluminium were the..."
Connie
"Nice breakfast for the..."
AGA
"The special was great. I ordered the special of the day which was stuffed sole fish. It tasted very fresh and light. I had good service also. I was..."
Kersten
"Good food, interesting owner. While in La Jolla, we visited Bernini's because the owner was a family friend of our hosts. The food was overall very..."
AguaDeSiesta
"What a gem. Seafood was great. Atmosphere was great. Service was..."
Rachel Armstrong
"I went here recently with some family and we were very impressed! We got to sit outdoors and the staff were so friendly. We loved the ambiance and..."
Nate Tagulao
"My first time here and it certainly won't be my last. Great menu! Great food! And a real value! You can't go wrong at this..."
John “Del Mar Man” K
"This was really a great find that we just came across. Very small, cozy place, with great service, and even better food. Do you love garlic? Then..."
Miguel Saavedra
"Bruhhhh. This place is not only Quaint and Cozy... its frigging amazing. The service, especially at the Bar is phenomenal. They are fun and..."
Dusty Jeffers
"Delicious! Great cocktails too. I love the calamari, short ribs, and pizza. Best gluten free crust I’ve had. Beautiful terrace. And the tiramisu is..."
Deniz Kivrak
"The atmosphere is nice and lively. Bartender and owner were very friendly and courteous. Wood fire pizza oven right next to the bar, so cute. Great..."
Mrs H
"The food at Bernini's Bistro is simply outstanding. Each dish is prepared with great attention to detail and bursts with flavor. Whether you're a fan..."
Nikki Mayer
"We only heard about this place on a whim, but it turned out to be one of the best eating experiences I've had in a while. The staff were so friendly..."
Andrea Prudencio
"On Labor Day looking for a place to eat, we found this place. Being open minded, we gave it a try. First impression of the place was clean, pleasant..."
Majid Azimian
"Came here with the family on a Monday night and it was pretty busy. The host seated us in a nice corner booth. All of of food was very good and so..."
rob roberson
Elixir Espresso Bar
84/100 (354 ratings)
Coffee & Tea
French
Italian
Lunch
Brunch
"Overall a 4.5. The pastries were warmed up and served with proper cutlery. The wood tables/chairs/stools were really comfortable to sit at. There..."
Nina V
"Coffee was great and I loved the space. I Got oat milk latte with lavender syrup. Service was..."
Ido Simyoni
"This place is amazing. Truly a secret hole in the wall, everyone needs to try, The food, the coffee, and even the desserts is truly a work of..."
J Q
"01-07-2023 Ordered: -Oatmeal Mocha (don’t remember the price)— first time having oatmeal milk. Going forward will order my hot drink with oatmeal..."
Sue Duong
"This place is delicious. The decaf mocha coffe was so good. I had bri bites with pear on toast. It was filling I thought they would be tiny. The..."
Gina Britt
"Came by on a Sunday afternoon after noticing the sign while we were walking around. Nice courtyard area. Got a cup of oat mocha and a bag of beans...."
Deniz Turkmen
"Iced Venetia coffee was delicious not to sweet but good enough, nice area to sit..."
Sonia villegas
"I ordered a latte and a tiramisu. The tiramisu is a 2/5 super dry and hard to eat cake. Not what I was expecting. The latte was a 4/5, good..."
Ashley Mendez
"Excellent food, friendly service, and a quiet hidden location makes this one of our favorite places in La Jolla. The only challenge is finding nearby..."
Walid Hamdy
"Cool coffee shop in a great location. ordered 3 drinks: double espresso, skim latte and soy latte. Espresso was dark and smooth with nice crema - 5..."
Eric
"Unbelievable coffee. Gluten free and vegan options for donuts and other delicacies that somehow taste even better than the “real” thing. Friendly..."
Travis Rigas
"We came to Elixir looking for a coffee shop to get some studying down in a relaxing environment. Upon entry, Elixir in La Jolla has 4 small tables..."
Brandon Locke
"Worked from here and it was quiet and not busy at all which was surprising because the service was great, wifi was good and I really enjoyed the..."
Nathan Goobie
"Wherever I go I always look for the best cup of coffee. Elixir coffee in La Jolla, southern California is one of the best cups of coffee I have..."
Birgit Solvsten D'Alpoim Guedes
"Absolutely incredible matcha latte. Love it. I also liked the way the store is formatted, half inside half..."
Zihan Cai
"I love coffee but I have my favorite capuccino and is here. But is not a regular capuccino, is premium coffee bean, the perfect knowledge to how to..."
Crissy Leen
Piazza 1909
83/100 (1825 ratings)
Restaurants
Wine Bar
Pizza
Italian
Gluten Free Options
Northern-Italian
Pizza
Italian
Healthy
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Brunch
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
Lasagne
Bruschette
Pesto
Pasta
Fish
Salad
Clams
Calamari
Salmon
Shrimp
Meatballs
Eggplant
Bolognese
Sit down
Northern-Italian
Wine Bar
Pizza
Italian
Takeout
Serves Alcohol
Private Dining
Street Parking
Wine and Beer
Gift Cards Available
Free off-street parking
Reservations
Highchairs Available
Free Wifi
Seating
Accepts Credit Cards
Table Service
Dog Friendly
Wheelchair Accessible
Delivery
Outdoor Seating
Drinks
Brunch
Dinner
Mid-range
"Very romantic and beautiful place at the center of La Jolla. I made a reservation at Open Table for Saturday dinner, and we got a nice seat at front..."
LULU LIVE Art
"Incredible ambiance and service. I took my entire family and my father said food is true to what he remembered after visiting Italy several times. My..."
Evelyne Vutien
"First timer here and the food was ok, but the duck lasagna really surprised me. Overall, I just wanted to point out that Benjamin provided great..."
Kiet Nguyen
"We spontaneously stopped in here on a Saturday afternoon after not being able to get in at another local restaurant and we were very pleasantly..."
kelly morton
"We had our intimate and simple wedding reception at their back patio and it was amazing! Although we have never visited and tried their food before,..."
Michelle Mary Arenas
"So Riley was an amazing waiter/host towards my husband & I. It was well appreciated he was helpful with giving menu options and very patient.. he..."
Ericka Taylor
"Although they have a great outdoor seating area, we opted to sit inside their quiet dining room. We came early to enjoy the happy hour. Nice options..."
E Graze
"I recently visited Piazza 1909 with my family for dinner and we had a wonderful experience. The restaurant is located in La Jolla, CA and has a cozy..."
Rory Duckworth
"Pretty good Italian food, decent cocktails. Their pizza is supposed to be Neapolitan style, but it came across more as undercooked. No charring..."
Clint Compton
"430pm on Sunday, walked right in and sat down. Friendly service and great flavorful..."
Eric D
"Absolutely delicious! We ordered the calamari and margarita pizza to start and they were both so good! The lasagna and tagliatelle alla bolognese was..."
Kayla Francisco
"Great ambience and service- but the food is the real star here. Perfect for gatherings, celebrations or date nights. Four of us had dinner here on a..."
David Reyes
"The food was Amazing! Everyone was friendly. Loved the Nick Diego Benedict! Added avocado and a side of..."
Dolores Akle
"We went for lunch and ordered a pizza and salad. Pizza : dough was perfect thickness (thin), tasted fresh, and was cooked perfectly. The sauce to..."
Esra Mescioglu
"This place was highly recommended by our server at breakfast at another restaurant. It did not disappoint! We had 'Pappardelle Di Mare', hand-made..."
Sue N
"Delicious pasta on the beach! We got two entrees and the appetizer of the mozzarella eggplant rolls, all three things were amazing. The seating is..."
Sophia W
Pizza On Pearl
81/100 (843 ratings)
Quick Bites
Vegetarian Friendly
Pizza
Italian
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Salad
"I’ve had pizza in 11 countries and dozens of cities (including New York) and this is the BEST! Try the BCR, it’s amazing. Also the staff are..."
Kelsey Taylor
"The food is amazing and the staff is really friendly and..."
Ashley Stevens
"Ooooh yeah!!! Wow, now I know why it was standing room only Comfort food. Tasty crust; delicious sauce and fresh and amazing toppings Worth the..."
Dew Gallagher
"Very good pizza .... Never had and now can't get enough of it..."
Erick Solano
"You guys give NY a run for it's money! I loved the pizza and the jalapeño bread..."
Sheila Mills
"Best pizza by far in the north coastal San Diego area for sure! Every time it's a awesome, even the vegetarian pizzas are awesome! I won't even get..."
Justin Hancy
"Delicious and affordable. This pizza is seriously..."
Shannon Shafer
"He best manager and the greatest pizza..."
Hasnul Hadi Samsudin
"Best pizza in la jolla. If you go anywhere else you are..."
Pete Richter
"Woof... Great pizza... Great..."
Bear Gsd
"Lured here by 2g2g, the place was still buzzing at 10PM, mostly due to the outdoor seating. You get 3 large slices of pizza and that is one heck of a..."
SJ
"The garlic knots are great! And if the basics are good you know the pizza is, too. The outdoor seating is your best bet. It's spacious and actually..."
Michael Barton
"Our family just took a trip to San Diego and this was the first meal we had after the long 10 hour drive. The staff was super-friendly and helpful to..."
Matt Christensen
"Terrible customer service. Ordered and was almost rushed out and heavily stared at ,the pizza was cold.. I’ll try delivery next time to avoid the..."
Daniel Vera
"It was a nice little pizza place I really vines with the workers there and the style of the place is cool. I highly recommend going there to eat and..."
Bennie Tarrant
"It was worth it! I don't know why it says $$, suppose to be $. Reasonable price but they use quality ingredients. Three slices with soda combo was..."
Heayoung O
"I thought it was reasonably good. I would have given a 4.5 but I'm getting a five because it's better than a four and it has a useful bathroom which..."
Jonathan (Jonathans.business)
"Great pizza slices. I had BCR, Buffalo, and Meatlovers and enjoyed all of them. Good prices and the size of the slice is great too. If you're in the..."
Marc Phillips
"Really is excellent pizza. Sauce is delicious, toppings are high quality and delicious. Pizza bread is of the highest quality texture. Incredible..."
Klint Johnson
"This is our favorite pizza place! Love the thin crust. The veggie (caramelized onions, sundried tomatoes, artichokes, spinach) is an absolute..."
Vessela Garvey
"DON’T SLEEP ON THIS PIZZA!! We ate some tacos next door, which were tasty and all, but then we got a slice from Pearl and OMG. It’s the..."
Katie Doarn
"Great place to go for a Pizza-by-the-slice kind of feel. Tasted great and they have an appealing selection of pies by the slice. Good stuff. Friendly..."
Amalia Macias
"Loved the salad with huge chunks of feta. The stuffed garlic knot was good. Pizza was solid. Was a little salty so bumped it down a little, but..."
Jose Morales
"Nice place to eat at. The food is not all that great but..."
Luis Lainez
"Great quality pizza by the slice or the whole..."
Erik Sanchez
Sam's 5th Avenue Pizza
81/100 (378 ratings)
Restaurants
Italian
Italian
Dinner
Lunch
Sit down
Italian
Dinner
Lunch
"Mediterranean Dip combo is the best dish out there ! A lot of Vegetarian options available and also clearly marked in the menu ! The staff was very..."
Siddharth Kamdar
"We had a fantastic New Year's Eve lunch, and as expected, the lobster bisque was consistently delightful. The stellar bread service added to the..."
Rich E
"Very nice outdoor dining area and the food was great! I ordered the shrimp tacos and they were delicious. The fries were seasoned and were very..."
ESG Visuals
"This place is a must, the style and decor is modern, yet cozy and upscale, and the outdoor seating is lovely with all the plants, and it is located..."
Antonio Inserra
"Pizza is meh.... not bad... not great. Servers are great tho. Very sweet with children. Just wished the pizza was..."
Dusty Jeffers
"I love this restaurant. The food has been consistently delicious and it has a relaxed atmosphere. The DUCK TACOS appetizer is one of my favorites. ..."
Dawn
"Kara was our awesome server, she did a very prompt and professional job. The restaurant was doing a lot of take out orders while I was inside and I..."
Ethan Lee
"We got there right as the rush was starting so completely understand they were definitely busy. The garlic cheesy bread was good I just wish it had..."
Katherine Inzunza
"Awesome great quality eats. Generous portions, excellent service. Robert B took great care of us, friendly professional service with a..."
Ty Smith
"Robert B was a great server. The food was amazing and the chocolate sundae really made the birthday..."
Trevor Smith (Nature Sessions)
"Great New Year's Eve lunch. The lobster bisque never disappoints. Of course the bread service is stellar. Got two winning wines and a good beer. And..."
Sue Hardman
"Birthday!! That means a birthday sundae! We celebrated at a nice table in a separate..."
Joanne Watson
Asian Bistro
81/100 (138 ratings)
Restaurants
American
Asian
Italian
Thai
"Nice to have a sushi option on campus that also accepts dining dollars. The Bistro is a bit far from the rest of campus. Almost a 20 minute walk from..."
Cindy Ly
"Expensive and far but sushi good. Also the exit sign is very high..."
Sean
"The ramen is pretty good here! According to my friend, the sushi is delicious as..."
Vivian Hoang
"The ramen was bland and watery, and the toppings were questionable (like raw jalapeños). We expected more from the price points. The wait staffs..."
muokkaukset
"The only relatively fancy place on campus. Food is quite good, although it is very busy and it can take a while to get your food. The sushi rolls are..."
Jonathan Mi
"Service tends to vary, but overall very good. The food is a tasty way to avoid monotonous dining hall food every once in a while. Their sushi never..."
Elizabeth Gomez
"Tries to be "upscale". It's just mostly an overpriced dining hall. Sushi is what brings most people. Other food items most commonly gotten include:..."
Tony Escobedo
"Great quality sushi! One of the best campus food..."
Tommy Wang
"Love this place, you can use dining dollars here. It's probably the nicest restaurant on..."
Celena Robinson
"Great atmosphere, staff was helpful and nice. Little bit pricey but good food..."
Varun Gandhay
"Amazing food at reasonable prices! I will eat there again very..."
Chris Rice
"Best place to spend dinning dollars. Asian fusion food pretty..."
Junru Thomas Ren
"Good sushi that you can buy with the campus dining..."
Nathan Godwin
"Worth it to use Dining Dollars as a student from UC San..."
Kevin Chen
"Great sushi! The sungod roll is my..."
Anastasia Wolf
La Dolce Vita Ristorante
80/100 (1867 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
Italian
Tuscan
Italian
Central-Italian
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
Eggplant
Pasta
Salad
Calamari
Risotto
Calamares
Shrimp
Meatballs
Octopus
Prosciutto
Lobster
Pesto
Sit down
Central-Italian
Italian
Tuscan
Seating
Table Service
Serves Alcohol
Accepts Credit Cards
Delivery
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Private Dining
Live Music
Beach
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"La Dolce Vita has been a family go-to for about 25 years now... I sincerely and genuinely cannot recommend this place enough. My regular selection..."
Daniel Kang
"Cozy spot in La Jolla! We really enjoyed the Penne Alla Vodka, The Italian Job Pizza, Chicken Parmigiana & Eggplant Lasagna! The truffle fries on..."
Alicia Ji
"This place has a good local Italian vibe. The waiters and staff were all attentive, the food was excellent. We got the eggplant involtini and that..."
Mike Mikha
"Excellent food. Generous portions. Great service. Lovely location off the..."
Angie
"This place has a chic Italian feel. Loved their food. Their pesto fettuccine is so so delicious. We would love to try more from their menu. They are..."
Pauravi Gandhi
"Quite tasty food especially carbonara and norma pastas, great outdoor ambiance, noticeably slow service. If we weren’t in rush, it would have been..."
Pirazh Khorramshahi
"My family and I recently had the pleasure of dining at Dolce Vita in La Jolla, and I must say it was a truly exceptional experience. From start to..."
Edit Dibra
"The best service I have experienced in La Jolla Thank you La Dolce Vita. We will defiantly be back for the ribeye..."
Robert Garcia
"We had a family celebration here and we’re so happy with the care the staff showed us. Wonderful dining experience. The lobster ravioli topped with..."
Sharon Perkins
"I love the aesthetic🌹There are many stores around it, which I think is a perfect pastime for afterwards. The staff was very polite and attentive...."
Joselyn Murguia
"Tonight's had a wonderful dining experience at La Dolce Vida Ristorante! 5 Stars throughout. From being greeted at the door till we left, we were..."
dan dinner
"Very friendly staff, super nice. Most staff was European; I did speak with the waitress and she mentioned the owners were Italian. The location looks..."
Aldin Puzic
"A very European vibe to this place. It odd located in the beautiful La Jolla cove area. The service was great and the food was yummy. My son got the..."
Shideh Bahmanyar
"We came first time dolce vita. Atmosphere is wonderful like small italy. The patio is very nice. It's so cool.we ordered buruchetta and risotto with..."
Serkan Otsuz
"My wife and I enjoyed an excellent meal last night. Gorgonzola salad for her, simple spring greens salad for me. Swordfish special for her, Grigliata..."
Michael Lowe
"The best Italian I've ever had. And incredibly good value. A lovely spot down a shopping arcade with outdoor heaters and great staff. The food is..."
Sam
Dominic's Table
80/100 (78 ratings)
Restaurants
Italian
"Spent a lot of time at this restaurant. The price was fair and the atmosphere and proximity to Inn By The Sea where they give 15% if you are a guest...."
Demetria R
"I was there Saturday. The waitress suggested me try their famous mango yellowtail sushi. I tried it and it was absolutely a perfect 10. I ordered 2..."
Hoang Nguyen
"The food here is special. Not only is the Italian food great, the sushi (yes sushi) was outstanding. Great flavors not often associated with sushi...."
Rick Mazer
"My family and I came to visit the area from Arizona. This was a great little restaurant with wonderful atmosphere. The amount of food was great value..."
Kristine Frawley
"Went to check out the newest restaurant in downtown La Jolla. The staff was very friendly and attentive. My wife and I ordered the Branzino and the..."
Danielly Prestes
"Awesome food. Easy parking. Valet available a true master chef who loves to make people happy and gives back to the community. The raw bar is out..."
alonso martinez
"Wow, the food here is amazing. If you get a chance to come here, don’t miss the raw bar/sushi bar. The Executive Sushi Chef Takuya Kudo provides..."
Holly Hill
"I had a chance to stop by today and I'm very impressed with the venue and ambience, of the place all the staff seeks very friendly and they have a..."
Dominique Almeida
"Great food had the “Respect the South” pizza was really tasty and good value. Great service thanks..."
Aidan Forde
"Yes the food and the service and the prices were amazing well make sure we come back..."
Steve Rogers
"Some of the most exceptional food and service I’ve experienced..."
Jay C. Adkins, J.D.
"Our group loves relaxing here, eating and having a great..."
Allan Gaia Candelore
"Great service, great food & Dominic will make sure of..."
Sheldon Joyner
"My little local gem of La..."
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Manhattan Of La Jolla
80/100 (2603 ratings)
Restaurants
Italian
Italian
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Cheesecakes
Cannelloni
Lobster
Saltimbocca
Eggplant
Pesto
Pasta
Fish
Salad
Clams
Calamari
Calamares
Salmon
Cheesecake
Filet Mignon
Halibut
Shrimp
Cioppino
Beef
Alfredo
Tiramisu
Sit down
Italian
Reservations
Valet Parking
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Full Bar
Live Music
Dinner
Late Night
Lunch
Fine Dining
"Without a doubt the best Caesar salad there is the best service the best New York steak the best fillet and the best veal chop all cooked to..."
Michael Osborne
"Had a wonderful evening!!! The Manhattan (the drink) best ever! The Canolini (entree) best ever! The entertainment (Roman) best ever! We WILL be..."
Marcy McKay Krueger
"Great place.... history, charisma, great service, great food, great drinks, amazing music and atmosphere with the artwork of my favorite artist..."
Robyn Tornabeni
"One of the hidden gems in San Diego. The food is amazing and the vive is Old San Diego. Love it! One of the top 5 choices for..."
Jesse Guerrero
"Unfortunately we did not get to dine there this time. Tad playing the piano was the best night out we have had for quite some time.Can't wait to come..."
Karen Witt
"We love this place and have been going for 10 years now. It's as close to a New York Italian restaurant in your parent's era as you can get in San..."
Bill Reiss
"This place is THE BEST! We've been enjoying the fabulous food and wonderful staff weekly for over a decade. If you like old school Italian food and..."
Julie Potiker
"The service and food was most excellent cuisine. Very limited on choices but they perfected on what they serve to make orgasmic feeling in the..."
Mark Jeremy Worth
"Special Day, Special dinner-- excellent food and service, love the piano music with dinner..."
Rose Neuroth
"Old school vibes, great staff, yummy food, intimateThis is a tucked-away gem inside the Empress Hotel. Old school Italian steakhouse food,..."
Vansha Manral
"This is a wonderful restaurant. It has the feel of the old-style dinner club with brick walls and waiters in suits. The food was great. We started..."
Casual Kid
"We were able to get reservations as late as 9:15. The Manhattan had the charm of an old resturant - brick on the wall, leather booths, carpeting on..."
Sandeep Singh
"Share the Cannelloni. Nice to go to a restaurant that get's it. I'm a sucker for professional waiters who know what's what and are not trying to pad..."
Kosherish Dave
"Amazing Manhattan!. If you're looking for an authentic New York Italian experience, then you won't want to miss Manhattan. The food is consistently..."
Saretta
"Manhattan's in La Jolla is a fantastic spot to enjoy cocktails and engage in meaningful conversations with a special person, all accompanied by great..."
Tom M
"Came to celebrate a friend's graduation. Waited for a while to order, but other than that. Everything was 👌. Even though I wasn't paying, the food..."
Muhammed Al!
"Big props for Britney & Manny. Veal Chop is Zagat rated for a good reason: the quality is extremely high. While staying at The Empress hotel in which..."
Christopher Green
"We went for dinner while here in town for a wedding. The food was absolutely amazing and the staff made us feel so welcome and well taken care of. It..."
Stephanie Sherouse
"Live music was amazing! Great..."
Troy Kurz
"Awesome experience! We stayed at the Empress hotel and heard great reviews about this restaurant so made a reservation for my friend's birthday. Love..."
Chris Brunasso
"Manhattan's in La Jolla is a fabulous place to have a cocktail, chat with that special person. Great live music. Food is amazing. Staff gave great..."
Rebecca Holliday
"This is hidden inside a hotel in La Jolla San Diego. It’s upscale Italian. There was live music with a lounge singer. I had the veal Marsala,..."
Steve H
"By far the most consistent and elegant dining experience in San Diego. Whether for business, a date, holiday or my Birthday… I’m suggesting..."
Adam Fitch
"From the moment you walk in your transported into a upscale jazz infused aura. The decor is tasteful and entrancing. The live music was a wholesome..."
rueben turk
"Manhattan of La Jolla Is an Italian fine dining gem restaurant hidden away in Empress Hotel in La Jolla. We have been to La Jolla multiple times but..."
Armond Vartanian
"Desert is huge, rather smaller and better presentation Stuffs are so friendly and sweet, good..."
Haiyi Ning
"I'm obsessed with this restaurant. Maybe it is because I'm an east coaster and miss NYC but this may be my favorite restaurant in San Diego. On..."
Mariah Streck
"Old school Italian restaurant located in the Empress hotel. We were there on Wednesday night and they had folks singing Frank Sinatra in the bar..."
Barry G
"Headstones aren't cheap, even then I'd splurge the extra bucks if that was the only way I could inform the world that this place is worth the..."
shawn smith
"This is amazing place. I visit it every time I come to La Jolla. Every time I try something new from their menu and each time it is amazing. So far,..."
Nikolay Gartmanov
"The veal chop and eggplant Parmesan were delicious. Brought our own wine. Corking fee was $35 for two bottles. The atmosphere is uplifting everyone..."
michael killeen