Best Authentic Restaurants in Mission Beach

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A photo of Miss B's Coconut Club restaurant

1. Miss B's Coconut Club

4.8

Exceptional(130)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Caribbean • Mission Beach

Booked 3 times today

What you’ll find here is classic, Caribbean-inspired American food with tiki flair. Cubano Roasted Pork, Jerk Chicken and Coconut Shrimp are in synch with the mambo rhythm of your appetite, and our house-ground burger is one like you won’t find anywhere in town. Jumbo Coconut Shrimp and a list of Street Cart items will have you coming back to try them all, whether you order something “to go” from our walk-up counter, stay to eat on our spacious outdoor patio, or take a seat inside.Coconut Club’s décor evokes a celebration of Mission Beach’s nautical and maritime past, which takes form as an inspired interpretation of a 30’s-style sailor tiki club. Rum is the star here, and has a leading role in our creative list of grownup cocktails, which includes shareable, tiki-inspired punches and bowls to drum up conversations and generate a buzz. Coconut Club is also a purveyor of fuel that fires the craft beer frenzy, with 20 local and microbrew tap handles.

2. Cesarina

4.8

Exceptional(5777)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Ocean Beach

Booked 169 times today

Cesarina is a grandmother, a mother, a daughter—our personification of a nurturer who feeds and cares for her community. From meticulous attention to detail and fresh ingredients to the warm and inviting atmosphere, this restaurant is a celebration of the power of food and family.

3. Catania

4.8

Exceptional(2121)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • La Jolla

Booked 51 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.)

4. Elvira

4.9

Exceptional(520)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Ocean Beach

Booked 63 times today

Benvenuti Nella Mia Cucina, Belli De Nonna! Before we dive into the delicious feast prepared for you, let me give you a little taste of my vita. I was born in the heart of Rome, and I've been cooking up a storm my entire life! My cucina has always been the center of the universe for my 3 daughters, 5 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren, their friends, loved ones, and acquaintances – everyone was always Benvenuto!Now, we've brought that same love and flavor right here to San Diego. My beloved grandson, Niccolo', and his amore, Cesarina, are opening the doors of my Cucina with the same warm heart and passion.Wondering how I made it to 95? Well, it's simple: I ate everything that's served here and filled my life with amore! So, Benvenuti! Don't hesitate to indulge in "Scarpetta" - dip that bread into the sauce, just like my grandchildren used to do at the stove when they thought I wasn't looking.Here, Belli De Nonna, it’s all about food, family, and creating beautiful memories!

5. Marisi

4.6

Exceptional(1195)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • La Jolla

Booked 97 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.

6. Enoteca Adriano

4.8

Exceptional(90)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Pacific Beach

Booked 32 times today

Welcome to Enoteca Adriano where Roman born chef, Giuseppe Ciuffa, brings the essence of Italy to the shores of North Pacific Beach. Immerse yourself in a culinary journey that blends modern creativity with traditional Italian flavors. Our eclectic menu showcases the best of Italian, "Roman forward" cuisine, using locally sourced produce and ingredients to create dishes that are both comforting and innovative. Dine while enjoying vintage movies shown on our outdoor big screen. At Enoteca Adriano, we celebrate the rich heritage of Italy, offering a diverse selection of wines to complement your dining experience in our main dining room or outdoor heated patio. Our passion for food and hospitality shines through in every dish we serve, as we strive to share the love of Italian cuisine with our guests. Join us at Enoteca Adriano and experience the true taste of Italy, where every meal is prepared with authenticity, passion, and a touch of Italian hospitality. Viva e Forza Italia!

7. Duke's La Jolla

4.5

Awesome(6719)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Hawaii Regional Cuisine • La Jolla

Booked 105 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.

8. Ambrogio15

4.8

Exceptional(858)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Pizzeria • Pacific Beach

Booked 9 times today

Ambrogio15 is an authentic Pizzeria with a unique Milano gourmet pizza recipe. Reviewers are consistently impressed with the high-quality ingredients and the authenticity of the Italian cuisine. The restaurant is described as 'exceptional', 'fabulous' and 'authentic'.

9. Le Coq

4.5

Awesome(436)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary French • La Jolla

Booked 35 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.

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10. Solare Ristorante Lounge

4.7

Exceptional(2496)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Point Loma

Booked 17 times today

Family-owned and operated, Randy Smerik and his team are dedicated to providing an amazing dining experience for you. Our authentic Italian cuisine features a focus on fresh and locally sourced ingredients ... including fresh pasta made each morning and organic produce, wild fish, and hormone free meat.

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Alexandra
Washington, D.C. Area •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Delicious food and a great variety of menu items. Everything we ordered was delicious and I was impressed with the level of service quality as well. Definitely worth a. Visit!
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CesarinaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Ocean Beach
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4.8
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RAMONVIP
London •7 reviews
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
MARISI is one of the best restaurants in the La Jolla. However, it continues to perfect it’s craft. The whole Bronzino fish is to die for. It is excellent with a zing to the topping. The short rib pasta is also delightful. However, the half chicken (and presumably the whole chicken) disappointed. It was rather difficult to cut. I would recommend more of a rotisserie approach. Or a piccata or Francese type whereby the heat is sealed inside and the chicken is piping hot. Altogether, it was a great evening with a great service from Max and his assistant Nik.
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MarisiPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• La Jolla
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4.6
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RosaVIP
San Diego •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Simply wonderful - cuisine, service, ambiance. Thank you!
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ElviraPrice: Moderate• Italian• Ocean Beach
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4.9
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Daniel
San Diego •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Our server was amazing and very quick! Thank you for another amazing dinner!
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CataniaPrice: Expensive• Italian• La Jolla
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4.8
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OpenTable DinerVIP
San Diego •1 review
5.0
Dined on Mar 15, 2025
Spent my 28th birthday here and came for brunch, staff was AMAZINGGGGG! Shoutout to Eddie for making my birthday great :)
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Miss B's Coconut ClubPrice: Moderate• Caribbean• Mission Beach
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4.8

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