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Isola Pizza Bar

4.2 (528 reviews)
ModeratePizza, Italian, Wine Bars
Closed • 11:30 am - 9:00 pm

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01/17/26
Henri V.

Isola Pizza Bar in La Jolla is a branch of their Little Italy pizza restaurant. Indoor Outdoor Dining and pup friendly. Street parking may be a challenge unless you live nearby and can walk here :) As mentioned in previous reviews, Pizza is a favorite food of mine but like for most, it's subjective, because there's a pizza style everyone likes and prefers. Izola Pizza mostly makes Neapolitan style pizza with the bubbly burnt chard crust which I'm not a hugh fan of. Have visited this restaurant a few times and while the service was very nice and accommodating, the pizza was always a Hit or Miss... usually the later. A thicker crust pizza made with sardines and olives ingredients from the Ligurian coast was so appealing, it made me reminisce of my visit to Cinque Terra which are the five villages of the Italian coast. The villages north of cinque Terra are the closer to the Liguria coast which I didn't have a chance to visit due to travel schedule conflict. Curiously ordered this pizza which seemed amazing as it looked but upon the first and second bite, it was No, the flavors were off. The sardines and the sauce somehow did not pair well. The waiter was apologetic and removed the pizza. I just drank the lemon water to wash away that lingering taste, which was not for me. On other occasions I have had great calamari fritto misto and the Spicy honey pizza with extra cheese which were both really delicious and would recommend both and the portions were generous. Service was great by waiter JV and seating outdoor sun shaded patio was lovely. This restaurant has no view of the ocean. If you're in the La Jolla and just want Neapolitan style pizza and other interesting selections on the menu, Isola might be worth a try.

Brie and asparagus pizza cwd
Colby D.

My fiancé and I love this spot! We've tried everything on their pizza and happy hour menus. I'm sure they have good salads, bruschette, pasta, and entrees, but we typically come here for their pizzas. Their red sauce is so flavorful and a little watery (makes a good spread), the crust is SO good (literally my favorite in San Diego), and the toppings are all fun and go great together. The crust is chewy enough to not fall apart, soft enough to not hurt your teeth, and firm enough to keep (most of) the toppings on it. It's also adequately salted! I think my favorite pizza is the Salamino Piccante, because it has red sauce, spicy meat, and fresh basil. The perfect combo!! On Tuesdays (for takeout only) it's $25 for a pizza of your choice and a second pizza of Isola's choice. We have never been disappointed, but sometimes it does seem like they throw together whatever they are trying to get rid of on Tuesdays for those pizzas. They also have happy hour (HH) Mon-Fri, although the hours are slightly different depending on the day. They have some HH options that are familiar and comforting, and some less common options that taste equally as delicious. My favorite happy hour item is the farinata. It's crispy and comes with the right amount of yummy dipping sauce. I'm not used to having chickpea fries, so these were a welcome dish to try. Service is always super friendly here, and they recognize my fiancé when he comes by to pick up our pizzas (he ain't no stranger). Ambiance is...elevated casual? Or maybe just La Jolla casual? You don't need to dress up but you can tell they put some real effort into making the interior design cohesive. We will continue to come here for the pizza deals, and hopefully eventually get around to trying the rest of the menu!

Exquisite pie
Bob V.

High volume both in diners and decibels, this cozy little trattoria had an authentic, lively Italian vibe. I was glad I'd booked through OpenTable -- a reservation was essential to secure a seat. - I ordered the olive pizza with added mozzarella, and it was exceptional in every respect. The crust struck the perfect balance of crispness and chew, with beautiful leoparding; the toppings were fresh and flavorful; and the sauce was vibrant, piquant, and aromatic. - Pro tip: Save a little room for the tiramisu -- it's melt-in-your-mouth perfection.

Cacio e pepe- delish!
Rina S.

We had dinner here this past week. We had reservation reservations to another restaurant who turned us away because of our little dog. Isola was very welcoming and sat us within 15 minutes even on a busy Friday. We tried their delicious woodfired pizzas as well as the cacio e pepe. The pasta was absolutely amazing! Pizzas were delicious as well. Excellent and attentive service. But the best part was, I realized I accidentally left my purse on one of the seat seats, and I called back about an hour later and they can found it and held onto it after closing, and I was able to pick it up the next morning with no issue. Highly recommend trying out this restaurant if you are in the San Diego area!

Nancy T.

Such a cute pizza restaurant. It was very intimate and food came out so quick. Service was great. We ordered enough to share and enjoyed all of it. Rigatoni, burrata pizza, and another combination on request.

Deepti A.

Great food, atmosphere, and friendly staff who work there. We went there for happy hour and loved the Farinata and salad. They have a selection of wines and beer (and Margherita pizza!) on their happy hour menu from 3-5 on Fridays.

Arugula u prosciutto with truffle oil
Greg B.

RECOMMEND: Every time I dine at Isola, I sit at the bar solo, order the arugula y prosciutto with truffle, and eat it all with a smile. The interior is on point for upscale La Jolla and the service attentive

Christine M.

Had reservations and visited yesterday after the San Diego rock 'n' roll marathon. We had a huge booth in the back. It took a minute or two to get our water service, but once we were greeted, the service was fantastic. We brought our own bottles of wine and paid for the cooking fee, we ordered the octopus and mussels as an appetizer and everyone got pizza except one person had a Panini. I also ordered an iced Americano. We were too tired and full to enjoy dessert, but I would definitely recommend this place.

Pizza Margherita

This is not a "pizza place" as much as it is a legit italian restaurant. The owner is Italian, named the place after his nonna Isola, and stays true to the tradition with the menu and the quality. I ordered the "Verdure al forno" which is listed with the salads, and it is in fact (as stated on the menu) just roasted veggies. Again, legit Italian, as promised, so I ate my veggies and felt uncultured for expecting anything different. The fresh tomato sauce on the pizza and fresh spots of mozzarella on the Margherita are identical to pizza in the old country. As an added bonus, you won't walk out feeling heavy and sleepy, which is what I expect after taking down a full pie.

Dione B.

La Jolla's Hidden Italian Gem Incredible pizza, house-made pasta, great wine, and warm, friendly service. Cozy, authentic, and always a perfect experience. Isola never disappoints!

Casey C.

My party of 3 came to visit Isola after an event in downtown LJ on a Sunday. There weren't that many tables left but we didn't have to wait. We got a veggie plate, lasagna, and two pizzas to share. The veggie plate was alright, but it was what we were expecting, just roasted veggies. The lasagna was pretty good, with a nice herby red sauce. The pizzas had good chewy dough but were on the drier side, and also very salty. I also wish the basil leaves weren't just huge, raw pieces, it just made it a bit messy to eat. But overall it was a fine pizza though. They are personal-sized and only 4 pieces. I thought the prices were a bit high for the food, but it is La Jolla. Don't think I'd come back as there are other great Italian spots in San Diego, but it decent food for a random walk-in.

The peace-za.

This restaurant has changed my life for the better. I will no longer pray and hope for a restaurant that will have chill vibes as well as magnificent pies. Look no further for your new go-to: Isola is IT. The people are friendly and give fab recs. Go now. Right now. You will regret it if you don't. I'm serious--go now.

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This place is pretty standard. Nothing special. Nothing horrible. The menu is pretty lean but you can find some options.

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