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Marisi

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$50 and over

Italian

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2 people

Feb 16, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 124 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Charming
Great for outdoor dining

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.

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Executive chef: Chef Cameron Ingle

From the OpenTable editors: This dainty Italian restaurant is a La Jolla newcomer, but it’s already made an impression thanks to standout farm-to-table fare from executive chef Cameron Ingle (of Bouchon Bistro and Bestia fame). Toast with vermouth before digging into winners like einkorn cavatelli and bite-sized agnolotti.

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Dining style
Elegant Dining
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Italian, Contemporary Italian
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–2:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(858) 401-6787
Website
https://www.marisilajolla.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Private party facilities
Discovering Italy by way of La Jolla, Marisi focuses on Italian hearth cooking with an emphasis on handmade pastas, classic cocktails and fine wine. The menu celebrates the rich diversity of cuisine from across Italy, fashioned in a time-honored tradition of handmade all day, every day.
Private party contact
Alyssa Jackson: (858) 788-3974

Location
1044 Wall St, La Jolla, CA 92037-4437
Neighborhood
La Jolla
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

Salty Magazine Dinner Series
$234.00 per person
Prepaid
Mar 11, 2025 only
Join us on March 11th, 2025, where Salty Magazine and Chef Cameron Ingle of Marisi will host a special six course culinary tasting with Chef Rodrigo Rivera Rio of KOLI (Monterrey, Mexico) and Chef Luis Ronzón of Ixi’im (Chablé Yucatán). The evening will blend Californian-Italian cuisine with the vibrant flavors of Mexico. Dinner is $195 per person (excluding tax and gratuity) with an optional wine pairing for $75. You can find a brief history about each chef below: Chef Cameron Ingle With over 20 years of experience, Chef Cameron Ingle has worked in diverse culinary settings, from family-owned Italian restaurants to Michelin-starred venues. Starting in Detroit, he honed his skills at Bouchon Bistro in Los Angeles, Bestia, and Bavel. Ingle then moved to New York to work at Blue Hill at Stone Barns, where he embraced the farm-to-table ethos. In 2023, he became Executive Chef at Marisi, focusing on handmade pasta and hearth cooking. In addition, Ingle serves as a Culinary Advisor for the White Buffalo Land Trust and the ROW 7 Chef Trial Group. Chef Rodrigo Rivera-Rio Raised in Mexico City, Chef Rodrigo Rivera-Rio’s sustainable culinary approach stems from his upbringing in a family rooted in agriculture and ranching. After studying at the Culinary Institute of México, he and his brothers opened KOLI Cocina de Origen, a restaurant that explores northeastern Mexican cuisine. KOLI earned a Michelin star in 2024 and was named one of Latin America's 50 Best Restaurants. Rivera-Rio continues to showcase the flavors and culture of Nuevo León. Chef Luis Ronzón Passionate about traditional Mexican food, Chef Luis Ronzón developed his skills in Mexico City, Copenhagen’s Noma, and Quintonil. As Executive Chef of Ixi’im at Chablé Yucatán, he leads a restaurant named one of the 50 Best Hotels in the World (2024). Ixi’im also received the Prix de Versailles for Best Restaurant Design. His Mayan Cochinita Pibil was featured on CNN’s Eva Longoria: Searching for Mexico.
$75 Marisi Large Party Dinner Menu
$75.00 per person
Multiple dates available
For groups of 9-14, we have curated a four-course, family style menu highlighting Marisi classics. This menu is $75 per guest, excluding beverage, tax, and gratuity. You can view this menu on our website - https://www.marisilajolla.com/special-events/. If you would have any questions, please reach out to sschwob@marisilajolla.com. A credit card is required to secure your reservation. Cancellations may be made up to 24 hours in advance of your reservation. No-shows or cancellations less than 24 hours in advance will result in a $20 per guest charge.
$110 Marisi Large Party Dinner Menu
$110.00 per person
Multiple dates available
For groups of 9-14, we have curated a premium four-course, family style menu highlighting Marisi classics. This menu is $110 per guest, excluding beverage, tax and gratuity. You can view this menu on our website - https://www.marisilajolla.com/special-events/. If you have any questions, please reach out to sschwob@marisilajolla.com. A credit card is required to secure your reservation. Cancellations may be made up to 24 hours in advance of your reservation. No-shows or cancellations less than 24 hours in advance will result in a $20 per guest charge.

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.8Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

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Marisi offers a charming ambiance and exquisite Italian cuisine, highlighted by "amazing food" and "outstanding service." Guests rave about the handmade pasta and creative dishes, while the "beautiful atmosphere" makes it a perfect spot for special occasions. Despite some concerns about portion sizes and pricing, Marisi remains a "hidden gem" in La Jolla.

1,128 Reviews

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Lorraine
VIP
San Diego
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Despite it being Valentine’s Day “a busy and chaotic day at other restaurants”, service and food was phenomenal! 10 out of 10! This place never fails to impress me. Was sat down in less than a minute and waiter Nick took our drink order within minutes. Absolutely the best service provided by Nick and May. All the details and attention were unnoticed. Compliments to the chef for the best prefixed menu I have ever seen! Bring the mussels to the menu please that broth was exquisite. Thank you for making the best Valentines dinner date I’ve ever had.
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Lidiya
VIP
San Diego
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It’s not often you wake up thinking about sardines, and let alone, in a good way, but that’s how good our meal at Marisi was. Excellent pre Valentine’s Day meal. Sardines were out of this world. Ravioli excellent and service was great!
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Gregory
VIP
San Francisco
18 reviews
4.0
18 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
No question that the food is glorious! The restaurant is in a great location and is easy to get to. The architecture inside is beautiful and lends to the experience. I highly recommend visiting for a tasty Italian cuisine.
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Kim
San Diego
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Really great service and beautiful place. My partner and I went for my birthday. Thank you.
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Wendy
Las Vegas
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 2
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Beautiful restaurant with fantastic service, but the food was really disappointing. Pasta and scallops were good, but the prawns were mediocre and the giardinera was very disappointing - too salty and conflicting flavors.
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Raphael
San Diego
12 reviews
3.0
12 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
A great place for Retirees with a large retirement income, in that portions were small and very pricey. Note that we went on a Monday night, however plated dishes should have been better inspected. For example, the marinaded local fish (basically ceviche) and the Carbonara pasta were both waaaay over peppered with large chunks of fresh pepper all over the food. Actually, the two dishes themselves had very good flavor undertones that were all but disguised by the preponderance of pepper. Best dish was the prawn appetizer roasted and topped with an unctuous butter sauce. The scallops were served on a 5 star puréed cauliflower base with subtle additions of olives, raisins and numerous flavorful herbs. The scallops would have been the signature dish except they didn’t sear them properly to me. Or perhaps they weren’t supposed to be seared? In any case they were almost sashimi—you could tell they were high quality, just not at the level of the accoutrements.
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CHRISTINA
VIP
San Diego
5 reviews
3.0
5 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
I've been here 3x now and not dying to go back anytime soon. Meaning, I'd go if someone else suggested it, but I prob won't book again as a personal choice. Service was great, they're amazing at keeping your water glass full and the food wait time was very short which was nice. The beet appetizer is the best item on the menu by far. Smoked beets, raspberries, goat cheese... what a combination! This is the only dish I've had that's worth returning for. Cocktails are decent (cantaloupe margarita was refreshing but lacked cantaloupe flavor) , the restaurant is esthetically pleasing, and the fresh roses on the table are a nice touch. I think the food is average, nothing spectacular. Rack of lamb was nearly $150 which I think was a bit pricy for this place. Also ordered 2 pasta dishes, one was pleasant to eat (short rib) but the other (bolognese) was quite bland and we just ended up tossing the leftovers. This place has soooo much potential, they just need to season and spice the food and drinks up.
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Cheryl
VIP
San Diego
20 reviews
5.0
20 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
What a beautifully perfect dining experience at Marisi. We took our daughter for her 50th birthday and were blown away by the setting, both outdoors and indoors. The menu was well appointed but not extensive. Our server was professional, thorough in his presentation and friendly. Obviously Marisi's is well thought of, because it was crowded with a moderately high noise level, from the time we arrived to the time we left. Are you waiting for the food report? Well, it was absolutely delicious. We had antipasti, a main course and dessert. The chopped salad was a meal in itself. The base was red cabbage rather than lettuce. The Parmesan was generous and the salad was delicious. The Burrata with stone fruit was different and delicious. It could almost be a dessert. The beet salad was rich and delicious. We shared the main courses, as well. The scallops were out of this world. There were only 3. But I can understand it because if we had all 3 courses, it would have been more than enough. The pappardelle bolognese was excellent and the right amount. The sauce was rich with wine and created a distinctive taste. The the Rigatoni was delicious, as well. The salted carmel dessert with mini cinammon sugared donuts was delicious. It would have been nice if the donuts were warm, but delicious anyway. Since it was our daughter's birthday, the dessert was accompanied by a sparkler. Fun presentation. We'll return again and again to enjoy the sophisticated ambiance, delicious and creative cocktails and wonderful cuisine. Next time we'll order the pizza! Thank you, Marisi, for a memorable dining experience and a Happy 50th for our daughter.
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Tim
San Francisco
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lucas’s was an amazing server and made our night so great.
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Kimara
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 8, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a wonderful experience for a galentines night out! The ambiance is gorgeous, service was attentive, and the food was amazing with unique flavors. Recommend ordering one of each pasta family style!
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FAQs

Marisi is rated 4.6 stars by 1128 OpenTable diners.

Marisi does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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