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Marisi

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$50 and over

Italian

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2 people

Nov 26, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 75 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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Additional information

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

Marisi New Year's Eve Celebration
$135.00 per person
Dec 31, 2024 only
Toast to 2024 under the moody lights of Marisi with an elegant four-course dinner. Crafted by Executive Chef Cameron Ingle, the curated menu highlights refined Italian flavors, like Frutti Di Mare, Lobster Fra Diavolo, and New York Strip finished with decadent dessert options like Baked Alaska, all paired with a celebratory glass of champagne. Reservations will go quickly. We'll see you there. Ticket price does not include tax and gratuity.
Hundred Acre Dinner
$1,000.00 per person
Prepaid
Dec 11, 2024 only
We will feature wines from none other than Jayson Woodbridge of Hundred Acre alongside a spectacular five-course meal. This intimate affair will include some of his current releases, as well as back vintage blockbusters pulled from Isidoro’s private cellar. Who is Isidoro and why his cellar? Isidoro represents the "isi” in Marisi. He was the Grandfather of the family behind Marisi and spent many decades collecting the world’s best wines. His extensive collection includes rare Hundred Acre wines that you can’t find elsewhere and the menu will showcase the wines he enjoyed most. This experience is $1,000 per guest, including tax and gratuity. No shows and cancellations less than three days in advance will be nonrefundable.
$75 Marisi Large Party 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.

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What 1,038 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.6Service
4.7Ambience
4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Marisi boasts an "amazing culinary experience" with "outstanding service" and a vibrant ambiance that captivates guests. The menu features "incredible homemade pasta" and delectable focaccia, making it a top dining destination in La Jolla. Although some dishes receive mixed reviews, the overall dining experience is "highly recommended."

1,038 Reviews

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Karen
San Diego
8 reviews
vip
3.0
8 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Our server was efficient and attentive. She was not enthused about hearing my feedback on the food however, when I told her my pasta was dry and I asked for more sauce, she brought me a lovely sauce.
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Nancy
New York City
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We had great service . Appetizers were the highlight . Pastas were fine but they were not as hot as they should be and the carbonara was mediocre at best
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Lisa
London
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious food, friendly and efficient staff. Will definitely be back.
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Chris
San Diego
28 reviews
vip
3.0
28 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was only so-so. The Cesar salad had sand in it….they did not wash the lettuce thoroughly. The portion for the scallop dish is small, appetizer portion. Don’t get it as main course. The whole snapper was overcooked. There are much better restaurants in LaJolla at this price.
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Caroline
Toronto
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The gelato della nonna cake was PHENOMENAL. Whole meal was great! Highly recommend
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Tasha
San Diego
5 reviews
1.0
5 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 1
I made a reservation to sit on the covered patio and they were not able to give us that so we had to sit inside. They told me that some VIPs needed to sit in the spot that we were supposed to have. while the service was good the food is overpriced and really wasn’t anything special. I’m canceling our reservation for December.
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Tara
San Diego
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Nice dinner, we thought the food was very good. we had pretty slow service - especially at the end of the meal (maybe short staffed?). Really liked the cantaloupe margarita.
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gary
San Diego
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
fabulous experience- felt like a restaurant in Europe- super good service and food!
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Dionisio
San Francisco
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing food, service and ambiance. Authentic pasta, one of the best steaks I have ever had, and great wine. Also, our server was incredible.
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Shia
San Diego
13 reviews
vip
3.0
13 reviews
Dined on November 17, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The first time I ate at this restaurant, it was delicious and every plate was tasty and beautiful! Second time (last night) was not very good. The hot focaccia was cold in the middle. The beef bolognese had very little beef and was mostly just pasta. The meatballs were delicious and our service was great.
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FAQs

Marisi is rated 4.6 stars by 1038 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.