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Alessa by Chef Pirozzi, Laguna Beach, CA

Alessa by Chef Pirozzi

4.5
4.5
1559 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 23 times today
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Good for special occasions
Bustling pizzeria just steps from the beach that serves thin-crust pies & pasta amid a rustic dining room.
NOTE: This is not affiliated with Cucina Alessa in Newport Beach or Huntington Beach.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Pizzeria
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (949) 497-8222
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Alessandro Pirozzi
  • Catering
    We have many years of experience catering a wide variety of events (weddings, birthdays, holidays, celebrations of life, corporate gatherings, etc.) Let us know how we can make your day special by emailing us at info@aplittleitaly.com.
  • Neighborhood
    Laguna Beach
  • Cross street
    Forest Ave.
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access

What 1,559 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Alessa by Chef Pirozzi offers a "fantastic" Italian dining experience in the heart of Laguna Beach. Guests rave about the "phenomenal" pizza, fresh homemade pasta, and varied menu options. While the ambience is "comfortable and warm," service can be hit-or-miss. Reservations are recommended due to its popularity.

1,559 Reviews
  1. robert

    Las Vegas

    21 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on November 17, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    We had a small table very close to another table. Felt like we were having dinner with them. Pizza was ok.

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  2. Diana

    Los Angeles

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on November 16, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We love the food!! Their salads and pizzas are yummy

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  3. Jesse

    Los Angeles

    125 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    125 reviews

    Dined on November 16, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Thank you! Food was fantastic! Service from Johan was perfect! See you soon!

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  4. Cher

    Orange County

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 3, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We decided to sit outside and were accommodated with kindness. We ordered a pizza as an appetizer and it was so fresh and delicious. They also served warm bread and pesto dip that was so yummy. We all ordered different dishes and we all enjoyed our dinners immensely. We definitely will be going back. Excellent place for dinner, and I highly recommend.

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  5. Stephanie

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 28, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We came back for a visit and the food was just as good and our service was wonderful! Will definitely come back!!

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Orange County

    6 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on October 26, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Can’t really go wrong with any dish and the pizza is as good as it gets around here

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  7. Vince

    Orange County

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 25, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing as always. Made my parents wedding anniversary very special!

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  8. CarolP

    San Diego

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on October 19, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Miguel is fabulous and is on top of your favorites and food sensitivity

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  9. Catherine

    Orange County

    27 reviews

    2.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on October 14, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Our server was mostly unavailable. We had to hunt him down for napkins, water and never really checked in. Our food was lukewarm warm and the appetizer with the aged Gouda was horrible. Pretty much just thrown on a wooden board. Wasn’t really busy. This was a night out for my husband and I for my birthday. Just so disappointed 😣

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  10. Lisa

    Hawaii

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 13, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The food is always very good at Alessa! Service is sometimes a little slow, but it’s in a great location. We really like it!!!

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FAQs

Alessa by Chef Pirozzi offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (949) 497-8222.

Alessa by Chef Pirozzi is rated 4.5 stars by 1559 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 23 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Alessa by Chef Pirozzi

234 Forest Ave, Laguna Beach, CA 92651-2114

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Forest Ave.
  • Neighborhood
    Laguna Beach
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Pizzeria
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Alessandro Pirozzi
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access
  • Phone number
    (949) 497-8222
  • Catering
    We have many years of experience catering a wide variety of events (weddings, birthdays, holidays, celebrations of life, corporate gatherings, etc.) Let us know how we can make your day special by emailing us at info@aplittleitaly.com.
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