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Isola La Jolla, La Jolla, CA

Isola La Jolla

4.7 (826)
$30 and under
Italian
7734 Girard Ave, La Jolla, CA 92037

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2 people
8:30 PM
Booked 27 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Lively
  • Great for outdoor dining
My Nonna's name was Isola, a wonderful cook who gave me a passion for food and fresh, simple ingredients.

I have vivid memories of my grandmother turning plain bread into amazing desserts, simple apples into incredible fritters sprinkled with a little sugar and honey, and even treating my sunburns with olive oil. Thirty years later, I still savor every meal and moment.

Isola is proud to serve the finest local ingredients, dalla vite, from the vine. I hope you enjoy every bite, plucked from my family tree for your table. Buon appetito!

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Pizzeria, Wine Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Mon, Tue 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Wed, Thu, Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–9:30 pm Happy Hour Mon, Tue 4:00 pm–5:00 pm Wed–Fri 3:00 pm–5:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Massimo Tenino
  • Catering
    We have a new Catering To-Go Menu Served Family Style. Please ask your server for details.
  • Private party facilities
    The whole restaurant of part of it is available for private events
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    La Jolla
  • Cross street
    Silverado
  • Parking details
    Usually there is plenty of space on the street around the area. If notm there is a pay parking just across from Isola La Jolla.
  • Entertainment
    Great Food
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Counter Seating, Delivery, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wine

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What 826 people are saying

Isola La Jolla reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Isola La Jolla offers an "amazing atmosphere" with "incredible food" and "top-notch service." Guests praise their "fantastic pizza" and "outstanding wines." The staff, including servers Eduarda and Stephanie, are "attentive" and "friendly." The restaurant is known for its "authentic Italian food" and lively ambiance, making it a favorite for both locals and visitors.
826 Reviews
  1. Maria

    Unspecified1 review

    1.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    We specifically request a booth table. I made reservation far in advance. But we were seated at a regular table in the middle of the room (quite a high traffic table), while there were empty half-booths all around us (the restaurant was quite empty at 5:45pm). I did not enjoy that experience so we ended up leaving.

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  2. kat VIP

    San Diego5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was excellent. Wonderful service. Will definitely be back!

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  3. Domingo VIP

    New York City18 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful dinner. Will repeat. The pizzas were great

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  4. Rosemary VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area16 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 9, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Our waitress was friendly and the bus boy was very attentive. We have pizza which was very good.

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  5. Yulissa

    Los Angeles1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We drive to San Diego 3 hours to come dine here. Food quality and taste are more than amazing! The service is top notch and kind.

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  6. Giovanna VIP

    San Diego10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We absolutely love Isola! The service is amazing, the atmosphere is energetic and if is great for adults, families, and groups as well. We loved celebrating our daughter's 18th with you all. Pizza was top notch (and it is really good next day as well) and the appetizers were fresh and delicious. We look forward to our next visit. 10/10!

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  7. AMBER VIP

    San Diego90 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had an AMAZING experience! The food was awesome and our server was over the top fantastic!!!! I will definitely go back and request Stephanie! She made our night! Her suggestions were spot on!!! We loved everything!!!

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  8. Susan

    San Diego7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best Cacio e Pepe ever!! Fun lively place, good service and reasonable prices. Easy street parking.

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  9. Ravi VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic Italian style pizza. I’ve come a regular!

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  10. Ivan

    San Francisco Bay Area3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 4, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Love this place, but probably won’t do an early dinner again. We went at 4pm which seems to be a popular time slot for families with screaming kids

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FAQs

Isola La Jolla offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (858) 412-5566.

Isola La Jolla is rated 4.7 stars by 826 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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Make a reservation

2 people
8:30 PM
Booked 27 times today
Google Map for Isola La Jolla

7734 Girard Ave, La Jolla, CA 92037

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Silverado
  • Neighborhood
    La Jolla
  • Hours of operation
    Mon, Tue 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Wed, Thu, Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–9:30 pm Happy Hour Mon, Tue 4:00 pm–5:00 pm Wed–Fri 3:00 pm–5:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Pizzeria, Wine Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Usually there is plenty of space on the street around the area. If notm there is a pay parking just across from Isola La Jolla.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Massimo Tenino
  • Entertainment
    Great Food
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Counter Seating, Delivery, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    We have a new Catering To-Go Menu Served Family Style. Please ask your server for details.
  • Private party facilities
    The whole restaurant of part of it is available for private events
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