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    Piatti

    4.2 (2.4k reviews)
    PriceyItalian, Pizza, Bars
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    PIATTI ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Classy
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    Linguine, Mussels, Clams, Shrimp, Calamari, Today's Fish, Garlic, Parsley, Chili Flakes, Crushed Tomato Sugo
    Nylah W.

    Piatti truly never lets me down. I recently visited again to bring a hometown friend and we both had a fabulous time. The service is ALWAYS top notch. He thought their IPA's were really refreshing, it was a good match for a beautiful day. I had a Piatti Spritz which is a little strong, but it ultimately paired well with my caesar salad. I can never, ever go wrong coming here.

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    Eliko S.

    We came here on Friday night for our 7:30 reservation. We were immediately seated at a cute little two-top tucked into a corner of the dining room. Monica quickly greeted us, and we ordered some glasses of white wine (Vermentino and Riesling). Both suited our individual palettes. Piatti has been in the Shores since 1987, so it is one of the LJ OGs. The business is very busy on the weekends and reservations are recommended. The decor is cute and homey. The street has a number of other restaurants on it, and it is pedestrian-friendly (blocked off to cars), and charming. There are some cute photo ops if you are into that sort of thing. The atmosphere here was lively, both inside and out, and the restaurant was full. I was surprised that they charge for bread and oil, but they do ($7) and it was tasty. The bread was crunchy and the dipping oils (balsamic, evoo, herbs) were fresh and flavorful. We shared a Caesar. M. ate the one anchovy because I'm not a fan. I'm not sure he is either, but he ate it anyway. Lol. The portion was decently sized and it was fine for us to share. I had the Shrimp Pappardelle. The large flat noodles tasted like they were homemade, and the sauce was flavorful and the saffron was a nice touch. It was heavy on the oil though, so I felt a bit greasy afterward. Many of the other pasta dishes were cream-forward, and I did not want a cream sauce, so this was a better pasta option for me. One of my shrimp was a lukewarm and unseasoned, but the others that were stirred into the pasta more fully were hotter and more flavorful. I also found a random piece of seafood in the dish, maybe it was calamari? I ate it. I guess that was a bonus. The Cavatappi per M.'s observations was fine. Those noodles did not look homemade, but it is always possible I guess. He enjoyed his food, especially the homemade sausage, and cleaned his plate. By the time Monica came around to ask us about dessert, there was no way that we could even think about it. Maybe another time. Overall, the verdict on Piatti is that it is a tad expensive but the upscale location has to be taken into consideration. Street parking nearby. We enjoyed our dinner here for sure. Mille grazie!

    Cavatappi, House-Made Italian Sausage, Spinach, Mushrooms, Roasted Tomatoes, Parmesan
    Ann L.

    We had dinner here while in town for a meeting and sat in the outdoor area which was lovely. There were hummingbirds visiting some nearby flowers which was a welcome sight for us midwesterners who won't see them at home for another month and a half. We enjoyed the cauliflower cakes and bread as appetizers. The wine list has good options by the glass. I went with a classic Chianti which did not disappoint. The cavatappi with sausage was flavorful and a nice classic combination of ingredients. Service was good, and we had a nice relaxing evening near the beach.

    Linguine, Mussels, Clams, Shrimp, Calamari, Today's Fish, Garlic, Parsley, Chili Flakes, Crushed Tomato Sugo
    Allison L.

    Took my teenage kids here for the first time recently and they agree - this place is so good, they ranked it their favorite Italian Restaurant in San Diego! We sat outside in the beautifully lit courtyard. Lots of family celebrations occurring inside and outside the restaurant. The courtyard is very romantic too if you want a spot for a date night. The food was great as always. This is a staple in La Jolla Shores. Any native San Diegan who grew up in or around La Jolla know this charming spot is always a crowd we pleaser. We had the Calamari appetizer, and for our entrees the pasta carbonara, cannelloni with short ribs, and the Fruti de Mare Linguini. The linguini was our least favorite of the 3. The pasta was not as delicate as the other 2 dishes and that made a difference. Service was good. Our server was busy but very attentive.

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    Emmett T.

    This Italian restaurant has been a mainstay in the La Jolla Shores business district for nearly 30 years. We used to come to Piatti at least once a year to host a dinner for out-of-town employees. With the pending closure of a stretch of Avenida De La Playa, turning that section into a pedestrian-only walkway will make al fresco dining here more tranquil as they do have multiple tables set up curbside as a parklet. I visited on a weeknight and sat at the bar which was to the left of the hostess stand when you walked in. The main dining room was to the right and was about half occupied at the time. The food menu consisted of one page. Appetizers, salads, pizzas, and entrees were in the left column while the pasta offerings were in the right column. I chose the Herbed Cauliflower Cakes to start my meal. Two thin cakes were grilled and topped with roasted pepper aioli. A bed of arugula was provided on the side. The item was very unique, and I would recommend it to anyone even if you are not a vegetarian. For an entree, I selected the Cavatappi from the pasta section. The noodles resembled elbow macaroni but with a twist to them. Italian sausage, mushrooms, spinach, tomato sauce, and parmesan were the other components to this dish. Roasted potatoes used to also be a part of the mix, but that has been removed. The sausage was flavorful, but the sauce was a bit salty. I think Piatti delivers consistently solid food, but I feel it has been bypassed by newer Italian spots around town that have more creativity and flair in their menus.

    seafood Linguine, Mussels, Clams, Shrimp, Calamari, Today's Fish, Garlic, Parsley, Chili Flakes, Crushed Tomato Sugo
    Lydia C.

    I've been here twice and both times the food + the service has been amazing! It's right next to the shore so the beach vibes and decor is incredible. The seafood also tastes extremely fresh. I would definitely recommend this place!

    House-Made Ricotta-Spinach, Basil Ravioli, Lemon Cream or Tomato Sauce
    Mckenna C.

    The outdoor patio was super cozy and the perfect temperature with all of the heaters! My husband and I came with a group to celebrate a birthday and we had a lot of fun sharing a bunch of pastas. My husband and I ordered the ravioli (pro tip: order half the spinach, basil, ricotta, lemon cream and half the tomato sauce if you want variety!) and the pasta of the day, which was Spaghetti with chicken. The ravioli with the lemon cream was by far my favorite and the spaghetti had a bit of a spicy kick to it.

    Saffron Pappardelle, Shrimp, Tomatoes, Garlic, Chili Flakes, Arugula, Lemon, White Wine Broth
    Stephanie T.

    I chose to dine at Piatti for the last meal of my San Diego trip and it did not disappoint. The staff was attentive and nice, the ambiance was romantic and inviting (I decided to dine on their patio) and the food was amazing. I tried the following: -pappardelle (5/5! Typically served with a meat sauce, I was excited to try the saffron and shrimp rendition of this dish. It was perfectly balance with acidity from the tomato and wine, a touch of cream and the complexity of the saffron. The shrimp were very nicely cooked and complimented the pasta well) -crostata al limone (5/5; super unique and delicious lemon tart with raspberry. Perfectly balanced and oh so good. I'm really glad I took the waiters recommendation to try this dessert) I'm definitely glad I decided to try Piatti and I will certainly return the next time I'm in town.

    Calamari, Salad
    Alice Y.

    Location is amazing. It's really nice to sit outside and then take a short walk to the beach especially around sunset time! To be honest, the food was a bit underwhelming. Things sounded good on the menu but nothing was memorable and there wasn't much depth of flavor. The sauce for the calamari was extremely salty, salad was a bit over-dressed, bruschetta sauce was good but bread was a bit soggy, and our pasta/ravioli was underwhelming without much flavor for a red sauce & the meatballs in my parents' pasta also looked a bit dry. It was a bit disappointing since it looked really nice but I don't think I would go back.

    Rotolo: pasta rolls stuffed with spinach and mushrooms with a porcini mushroom cream sauce.
    Candy S.

    This place is absolutely a great spot for dining for brunch, lunch and or dinner. The Menu is seasonal, so everything is fresh and packed with flavor. Ive been here twice now for lunch and everything has been so delicious. The ambience is calm and the atmosphere is quiet and pleasant. The service staff is friendly and attentive. Definitely will be coming back.

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    Sim B.

    I want to start out by saying that this is a special spot for me. My mom and I come here for both of our birthdays almost every year, and it was also the scene of my first date with my boyfriend, who coincidentally picked this spot for our first date without knowing its meaning to me beforehand. I love Piatti because it is always consistent with great service, fair prices, and excellent food. We especially love the atmosphere sitting out on the patio with the giant tree above us and twinkly lights all around. Piatti makes special occasions extra special by printing "Happy Birthday" or "Happy Anniversary" etc on your menus as well as giving you a lovely tiramisu dessert on the house. It's been a favorite of my family's for over 5 years now and I'm sure it will continue to be one for a long time!

    Cavatappi, House-Made Italian Sausage, Spinach, Mushrooms, Roasted Tomatoes, Parmesan
    David Z.

    This spot is quickly becoming one of my favorite Italian places to dine at. We made reservations on a Friday during lunch, but you could easily walk in. Highly recommend sitting in the courtyard. It is beautiful there. We ordered three pastas, and every one was amazing. Would love to come again soon.

    PEI mussels and sage gin drink
    Jorge M.

    Came here for lunch with my husband and mother in law. She raved about coming to Piatti over 10 years ago and we wanted to give it a go! Location is beautiful and eating Al fresco is the perfect way to people watch. The restaurant wasn't too busy on a Sunday and we also had a reservation. The PEI mussels were delicious! We ordered bread for the table and it never came out sadly! The bread with the mussels was perfectly charred and oiled. Dipping it into the tomato sauce with the mussels was the perfect appetizer. The server recommended the Caesar salad, which he said people raved about. It was delicious and the dressing was well balanced. I enjoyed the whole anchovies they put on the salad as well. The sage gin drink was so good but one thing we noticed was that both cocktails I ordered had small portions. The wine was well portioned and my MIL enjoyed the house Chardonnay. The mains were a little underwhelming. The cannelloni was sadly too room temperature to enjoy. The server cautioned that the plate was extremely hot but both my MIL and husband thought it cooled off too quickly. My shrimp pappardelle was nothing to write home about. The shrimp felt like it was tossed in after the pasta was made, leaving us with bland and under salted seafood. Our favorite pasta was the ravioli with squash and sage. That was probably the highlight of the meal. Their tiramisu was voted one of the best in SD a few years back and they certainly have defended the title as it was a tasty way to end the meal!

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    Not really Italian. Service is slow. Not meant for people that are not resistant in La Jolla. Try Italian fusion maybe.

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    Ask the Community - Piatti

    What is the corkage?

    Our corkage is $25/750ml, with a maximum of 2 750ml bottles per party. We do ask the wine be something we don't offer on our wine list & needs to be unopened

    Do you still serve sweetbreads?

    We do not have the sweetbreads on the menu any longer.

    Are there gluten free menu options?

    We do have gluten free pasta that can be substituted in any of our sautéed pastas

    Is there a dress code?

    No, there are people coming off the beach and people going to the theater.it is a pretty wide range of what you see guests wearing.… Read more

    Can we bring our own wine and pay a corking fee?

    Yes corkage fee is $30/750ml bottle. It does have to be something that is not offered at the restaurant and it does have to be unopened

    Is it pet friendly?

    Hi Alicia, we allow dogs on our patios for lunch only (prior to 4PM)

    Where to park?

    You have to look for street parking ... OR use the public car park by La Jolla Shores Beach and walk to Piatti.

    Do you still offer the butternut squash ravioli? I do not see it on the menu. It was my favorite dish! :((

    Hi Andrew, The butternut squash is a seasonal dish. It will be back in the fall & winter.

    Hi! My kids are very picky and I saw on your kids menu that you do a penne with marinara sauce. Would I be able to substitute the penne for regular spaghetti noodles with marinara? Thank you!!

    Substituting pastas is not a problem at all.

    How are people getting custom menus? In the pictures some peoples menus say "Happy Birthday" or "Happy Anniversary" how did they get that?

    Just let us know about the occasion when you make the reservation and we’ll print it for you. Hope to see you soon!

    Hi, is there a max seating limit per table?

    Seems to me it was 6. But call the restaurant.

    Hi Tom! What is the name of the pasta that has the Pesto sauce? I can't find it on the menu.

    Berenisse, I am sorry, we don't have that dish on the menu right now, but we should be able to make it. I think what you are referring to is pasta with pesto cream sauce,… Read more

    Are you guys still giving complimentary bread? I was there yesterday, & the waiter did not give us any.

    Loaf of ciabatta bread with the signature Piatti oil is listed at the top of the menu for $3.

    Do they have gluten free options?

    Yes, We have a gluten free menu available.

    Are all your cheeses pasteurized?

    Yes, all the cheeses are pasteurized

    What time does dinner service begin?

    we serve lunch from 110-4 and dinner S-Th until 10pm and F & Sa until 11pm. We also serve a brunch Sat and Sun from 10-2pm.

    Let's clarify if they are dog friendly or not?

    We are dog friendly at lunch and brunch (excluding holidays). We only allow service dogs during the dinner hours.

    What is the corkage fee for a magnum?

    Our corkage fee is $20 per 750ml bottle. The magnum price would be $40 per magnum, Thanks, Tom

    Where is the best place to park?

    Wherever you can!

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    Zoya - Mezze Board

    Zoya

    4.7(176 reviews)
    1.2 miLa Jolla

    Amazing pizza, hummus, falafel, and chicken shawarma sandwich!!! Got us in towards the end of the…read morenight and we were very happy with the overall ambiance and delicious food!! We're from out of town and I hope it is still here when we come back to visit!!

    Where do I start? This place was superb. I had a party of seven from work. Reservation experience…read morewas great. We called to add a couple extra people, and then those people didn't show; they rolled with the punches. The table was set when we got there. Service throughout was friendly, prompt, over and above. Ambiance was great, in a very important way: There was nice music, but you could hear yourself think! Nobody had to repeat themselves a million times. Perfect sound level for a group our size. But the food was the absolute star of the show. Literally everything was perfect. For shareable appetizers, we got both the trio and the mezze plate. It was basically hummus flights, with pita triangles and multicolored carrots. All the hummus types were delicious. But a special shout-out to the truffle hummus--it was divine. It was very truffle-y, but it was also very light and creamy. Somehow that's not a combo I expected. Next, I'm already a falafel fan, but good *Lord* their falafel was unreal. Some kind of perfect crispiness on the outside and soft flakiness inside that I've never experienced before in falafel. I asked the server what he'd recommend, and he said beef kebab. I got the beef kebab. He was not wrong. The meat itself was sumptuous. And I just moved from Texas, where every other backyard BBQ has someone smoking their brisket for 18 hours. This was the kind of cook where even the marbling melts in your mouth. Even the carrots were good, I don't know what to tell ya. 10/10.

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    Piazza 1909 - Nestled in a historical beach house built in 1909 in the heart of La Jolla

    Piazza 1909

    4.3(841 reviews)
    1.3 miLa Jolla
    $$$

    We visited for dinner while attending a social gathering and were immediately drawn in by the…read morebeautiful atmosphere. The restaurant truly carries an authentic Italian charm -- warm, welcoming, and family-oriented in a way that reminded me deeply of my years living in Italy. Knowing the family is originally from Milan made the experience feel even more genuine. Toward the end of the evening, we were the last guests there, and the quiet ambiance brought back so many memories of late dinners in Italy where conversations linger long after the meal is finished. Most importantly, you can absolutely taste the authenticity in the food. The flavors were rich, comforting, and unmistakably Italian -- not overly commercialized, but truly traditional. A lovely experience overall and one that brought back fond memories for me.

    Nice side patio. Hostess was great…read more I appreciate that the server let me try a few wines tonight, but they all seemed "rough" -either unstructured or something else. I also wasn't wild about the parmagiana eggplant appetizer. The eggplant could have been more tender and the pesto was too strong for me. But my meal got better! He switched to a Hugo spritz and it was delicious and very strong. And my main course, the fusilloni with pesto and burrata, was delicious. The pasta was perfectly firm, and the pesto was less overpowering. There was not that much burrata, but they brought me extra Parmesan and it was delicious that way. So overall a good and pleasant meal. The vegan bruschetta was also good for sharing, though a little one for one person to have on their own.

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    La Dolce Vita Ristorante

    La Dolce Vita Ristorante

    4.2(903 reviews)
    1.0 miLa Jolla
    $$

    What an absolutely incredible experience from beginning to the end…read more We had a group of 8 and got a last minute reservation on a Saturday night. The host was so friendly when we walked up and started what was an amazing dinner with them. Our server was just the same and just such an enjoyable dining experience. It definitely gives an authentic Italian theme in the decor. Fun but not too loud. Now the food was out of the world amazing. Loved the hot and honey pepperoni pizza. The crust was awesome and every bite was better than the last. Thanks for a great evening!!

    OK there are SO many nice places in La Jolla. By contrast this one is just kinda mid…read more I ordered loaded truffle fries, and I decided maybe that was my bad for ordering fries from an Italian restaurant. They were kind of like stale, thin McDonald's fries with Parmesan and too much bacon... I don't know, I literally didn't finish them. I wanted to like them, though. So anyway then my friend got the risotto, and I asked to try it so I could maybe order some to bring home for my wife. But uh... it was pretty greasy. That's great for some folks but it's definitely not what we would have gone for. I got the Insalata Carlotta, which was decent. I really like capers and arugula, a couple of the featured ingredients. The service I thought was good. My friend didn't get there for a while and it was just me answering emails on my phone lol. The server took my cues really well on when I was and wasn't ready to order. Ambience wasn't bad either. Nice little spot nestled in between buildings. I think it's just that I wasn't a big fan of the food itself.

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