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1. Eddie V's - La Jolla

4.9

Exceptional(5811)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Seafood • La Jolla

Booked 119 times today

Eddie V's Prime Seafood is a luxury dining destination known for the seafood flown in from pristine waters around the world, as well as its premium hand-carved steaks. Dishes are artistically prepared and feature an ever-changing array of seasonal seafood, along with critically acclaimed prime center-cut steaks broiled to perfection. The restaurant's award-wining wine list, which has been recognized by Wine Spectator, has more than 300 wines curated by Eddie V's very own Advanced Sommelier. In the V Lounge, guests can sip classic creative cocktails and enjoy signature appetizers.

2. Duke's La Jolla

4.5

Awesome(6765)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Hawaii Regional Cuisine • La Jolla

Booked 126 times today

We are open for indoor and outdoor dining, takeout, and delivery! Visit dukeslajolla.com to view our menus or place an online takeout order.You don’t need to cross the Pacific to get a taste of Hawaii. Duke’s La Jolla is San Diego’s island-inspired home, honoring the Ambassador of Aloha, Duke Kahanamoku, with coastal cuisine of Hawaii, craft cocktails and a genuine spirit of aloha. It’s the same authentic hospitality and panoramic ocean view that you’ll find at all of the California and Hawaii Duke’s restaurants, paying tribute to the Duke and welcoming you to celebrate life like the legend himself.

3. Marisi

4.6

Exceptional(1221)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • La Jolla

Booked 78 times today

Discovering Italy by way of La Jolla, Marisi focuses on Italian hearth cooking with an emphasis on handmade pastas, fine wine and classic cocktails. The menu celebrates the rich diversity of cuisine from across Italy, fashioned in a time-honored tradition of handmade all day, every day. A dream that lives between the Italian and La Jolla coasts, suspended between tides instead of time — a mood more than a plot. A visit that feels a lot like coming home, if home was a warm, charming villa off the Amalfi coast. Marisi is a taste of something you want to remember. We hope you love it.

4. Puesto La Jolla

4.7

Exceptional(2176)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mexican • La Jolla

Booked 48 times today

Owned and operated by a Mexican American family whose best memories all include tacos. Puesto is an award-winning Mexican Artisan Kitchen & Bar providing an innovative approach to authentic Mexican flavors. Puesto has garnered national acclaim for its Mexico City-style crispy melted cheese tacos, served on handmade non-GMO, organic, maíz azul stone-ground tortillas. In addition to tacos, offerings include a selection of fresh catch ceviches, guacamoles, starters and ensaladas, courtesy of Chef/Partner Luisteen Gonzales. The bar program showcases the best of Mexico City through the use of fresh ingredients in our hand crafted cocktails and housemade Micheladas, tequilas, mezcals, Baja craft beers, and Valle de Guadalupe wines you can’t find elsewhere. We’re honored to have been featured by media outlets nationally and internationally, some of which include National Geographic, Huffington Post, Insider, Zagat, Eater, Food and Wine, LA Times and the Michelin Guide.

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5. Mediterranean Room - La Valencia Hotel

4.3

Awesome(1763)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • La Jolla

Booked 26 times today

La Valencia Hotel's premier ocean view dining destination, the Mediterranean Room, is a nod to the property's transportive Mediterranean-inspired look and feel. Formerly The Med, the reimagined space celebrates an all new menu inspired by the California coast and seasonally-driven, locally-sourced ingredients. Dine in the reimagined ocean view dining room, the transformed patio under the palms or the ocean view terrace. Enjoy your favorites daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner and enjoy brunch every Saturday and Sunday. Reservations highly encouraged. Ocean View Terrace seating IS NOT GUARANTEED and will be given to GUESTS PRESENT for their reservation based on what is AVAILABLE AT THE TIME. Bring your four-legged friend to enjoy our dog menu available on our dog-friendly patio.

6. Catania

4.8

Exceptional(2136)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • La Jolla

Booked 68 times today

Inspired by an Italy road-trip Chef Ryan and I (Arturo) took back in 2008, we’re pleased to introduce Catania, the newest member of the Whisknladle Hospitality family. Here, we’ll be featuring simple, seasonal and authentic Italian Coastal Cuisine (None of the Italian version of TexMex you see most other places). Our commitment to authenticity will be evident in our use of wood burning ovens and grills, an all Italian wine list as well as an exclusively craft Italian Beer program. (Yes, Italy has an amazing craft beer movement nobody’s heard about.)

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7. La Dolce Vita Ristorante

4.8

Exceptional(1201)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • La Jolla

Booked 26 times today

La Dolce Vita is located in a European courtyard setting at International Shops off Prospect St. Loyal to its name La Dolce Vita (The Sweet Life), is a place to sit back and relax in our cozy and romantic indoor dining room or our charming outdoor patio to enjoy a hearty meal along with a bottle of wine while listening to Italian tunes. We serve genuine Italian cuisine in a fine dining setting at affordable prices.

8. Le Coq

4.5

Awesome(459)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary French • La Jolla

Booked 39 times today

Le Coq is James Beard Best Chef finalist Tara Monsod’s new wave French steakhouse. Inspired by the modern Parisian culinary landscape, chef Tara reinvents classic dishes through her signature approach, blending cross-cultural references and ingredients for a distinctly SoCal expression of French cuisine. Bright touches and hyper-seasonal products ground the menu with San Diego style, while nods to chef Tara’s Southeast Asian background are interwoven throughout. Located in downtown La Jolla in a 1930’s historic building with exposed brick walls, steel trusses, and a barrel-vaulted ceiling. Into this storied shell is inserted a posh 1970’s diner club.

9. Brockton Villa

4.7

Exceptional(2830)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Californian • La Jolla

Booked 14 times today

Great Food * Epic SunsetsBrockton Villa is a beautiful historic home converted into a restaurant located directly across from the ocean. Our seaside location offers a spectacular view of the world-famous La Jolla Cove, and has become a favorite "show off" spot for locals and visitors alike. We are known for our breakfasts, including our famous Coast Toast. Our chef creates many other wonderful dishes seasonally for lunch and our dinner service.Our house is the perfect place for you to host your next party. Whether it be a wedding reception, rehearsal dinner, baptism, bridal shower, baby shower, or any special occasion.Brockton Villa loves families! Please don't forget to include your little ones in your reservation count!

10. The Whaling Bar

4.7

Exceptional(117)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Californian • La Jolla

Booked 13 times today

Rediscover The Whaling Bar in La Jolla, blending historic charm and modern luxury. Once beloved in the La Valencia hotel, it's back after ten years, mixing its rich legacy with today's elegance. Known for its cozy atmosphere and top-notch service, it's been updated for contemporary tastes without losing its heritage essence. Executive Chef Brian Redzikowski, with a background in America's top kitchens and Iron Chef America, leads the culinary journey, offering a menu that combines classic and innovative approaches. The Whaling Bar invites both old fans and new to enjoy luxury and become part of La Jolla's ongoing story.

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Washington, D.C. Area •10 reviews
5.0
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Duke’s was amazing! The service, the food and the views made dining at this delightful restaurant a must for anyone visiting CA and wanting a memorable experience. Topping it off was the breathtaking sunset we experienced at the end of our scrumptious meal!
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Duke's La JollaPrice: Moderate• Hawaii Regional Cuisine• La Jolla
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LeighVIP
San Diego •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
The food was over the top and the service was spectacular. Karley Mae’s, general manager, was warm and welcoming and made sure our table of six was taken care of. All of the servers were prompt, friendly and tended to every detail. We ordered Bolognese and a gem salad to share and the food was delicious. We will definitely be back!
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MarisiPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• La Jolla
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4.6
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Gayle
New York City •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Bar team, service team Ambience wonderful. Highly recommended for a lovely getaway any night of the week.
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Le CoqPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary French• La Jolla
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SandraVIP
Phoenix / Arizona •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Wonderful Green salad with pistachios and meyer lemon dressing. YUMMMY! and the lamb meatballs are outstanding too. Great view if you get the right table. WE did!
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CataniaPrice: Expensive• Italian• La Jolla
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4.8
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CocoVIP
Portland / Oregon •21 reviews
4.0
Dined 4 days ago
Wonderful ambiance, the service was very good and we feel the price for our yummy food was fair. The owner welcomed us at the door and his staff were attentive and gracious, making us feel more like they were hosting us rather than simply serving us. Thank you!
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La Dolce Vita RistorantePrice: Moderate• Italian• La Jolla
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4.8

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37 restaurants available nearby

1. Eddie V's - La Jolla

2. Duke's La Jolla

3. Marisi

4. Puesto La Jolla

5. Mediterranean Room - La Valencia Hotel

6. Catania

7. La Dolce Vita Ristorante

8. Le Coq

9. Brockton Villa

10. The Whaling Bar

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