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Piazza 1909, La Jolla, CA

Piazza 1909

4.7
4.7
817 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 17 times today
  • Charming
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for outdoor dining
Welcome to Piazza 1909 in the heart of La Jolla! Enjoy chef Stefano's exquisite Italian cuisine and daily specials in a beautiful Mediterranean setting. Great outdoor patios and private event spaces. Gluten free pasta, pizza and Vegan menu available. Best homemade Pasta in La Jolla. Organic, free range meat and fresh Seafood. Dog friendly. DINNER Tuesday-Sunday. HAPPY HOURS Tuesday-Friday 4:30-6:00pm. Team Building cooking Classes. Private Chef Dinners & Catering. WEEKEND BRUNCH will resumes next Summer, but we welcome private luncheons any day of the week. What else to say? If you are looking for a memorable Italian dining experience, you got to the perfect spot! Grazie e ci vediamo in Piazza!

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Pizzeria, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri 4:30 pm–9:30 pm Sat 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (858) 412-3108
  • Website
    http://www.piazza1909.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Stefano Ceresoli
  • Catering
    Chef-owner Stefano caters for you fabulous meals and is available to cook at your home for special occasions. Call Roberta at 858.349.7966 to help you with your catering needs, from small office parties to large private events and weddings. info@piazza1901.com<br />
  • Private party facilities
    A perfect venue to host your private event or corporate party.Large front patio with outdoor wine bar, perfect for cocktail parties. Private covered heated patios for banquets. Request a quote at www.Piazza1909.com or call Roberta at 858.349.7966 info@piazza1901.com
  • Location
    7731 Fay Ave, La Jolla, CA 92037
  • Neighborhood
    La Jolla
  • Cross street
    Silverado & Kline
  • Parking details
    1 to 2 hrs parking limit during the day, until 6pmUnlimited after 6pm or all day on Sunday
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Beer Garden, BYO Wine, Cafe, Corkage Fee, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Menu

Tue / Wed / Thu / Fri - 4:30PM - 9:00PM; Sat & Sun 3:30 PM - 9:00PM. Complimentary Homemade focaccia bread with your order

Meat & Seafood Entrees

  • Salmone ai Carciofi e Limone$32.00

    Wild Salmon / White Wine-Lemon Sauce / Artichokes Roasted Potatoes / Organic Seasonal Veggies

    • Cioppino$26.00

      Clams / Mussels / Shrimp / Fish of the Day White Wine / Garlic / Cherry Tomatoes

      • Brasato al Barolo su Risotto$34.00

        Braised Short Ribs / Barolo Wine Reduction Saffron Risotto & Organic Veggies

        • Scaloppine di Pollo al Porto e Funghi$28.00

          Free Range Chicken Medallions / Mushrooms Port Wine Reduction / Organic Seasonal Veggies Roasted Potatoes

          • Cotoletta alla Milanese$27.00

            Free range Chicken Cutlets / Arugula / Cherry Tomatoes / Shaved Parmigiano / Roasted Potatoes

            Pizza

            Vegan Cheese $1. Gluten Free Dough $2

            • Margherita$18.00

              Tomato Sauce, Mozzarella, Basil

              • Napoletana$18.00

                Tomato Sauce, Anchovies, Capers, Oregano

                • Crudo e Rucola$23.00

                  24mo. Parma Prosciutto, Arugula, Tomato sauce, Mozzarella, Shaved Parmigiano, Cherry Tomatoes

                  • Diavola$20.00

                    Tomato Sauce, Mozzarella, Spicy Calabrese Salame

                    • Salsiccia$19.00

                      Tomato Sauce / Mozzarella / Bell Peppers / Red Onion Italian Sausage

                      • Orto Fritto$20.00

                        Tomato Sauce, Mozzarella. Fried Organic Veggies: Zucchini, Eggplant, Broccolini, Asparagus, Sweet Bell Peppers, Zucchini, Artichokes

                        • Stracchino, Zucca e Guanciale$23.00

                          Mozzarella / Stracchino / Roasted Butternut Squash Guanciale Pork Cheek / Truffle Oil

                          • Cotto e Funghi$22.00

                            Tomato Sauce / Mozzarella / Prosciutto Cotto di Parma Mushrooms

                            Salads

                            • Shrimp Nicoise$22.00

                              Grilled Baja Shrimp / Organic Mixed Greens Black Olives / Potato Boiled Egg / Green Beans Capers / Lemon Dressing

                              • Insalata Colorata$19.00

                                Augula / Fennel / Cherry Tomato / Bacon Shaved Parmigiano Reggiano

                                • Insalata della Casa

                                  Organic Mixed Greens / Cherry Tomatoes / Pecorino Cheese

                                  • Small$9.00
                                  • Regular$14.00

                                • Insalata di Farro$17.00

                                  Organic Spring Mix / Heirloom Spaghetti Carrots Green Peas / Roasted Cherry Tomatoes Pecorino Cheese

                                  • Insalata Deliziosa$17.00

                                    Baby Spinach / Pear / Goat Cheese / Walnuts Raisins / Orange & Champagne Vinaigrette

                                    Starters

                                    • Tartar di Tonno$24.00

                                      Ahi Tuna Tartar / Avocado / Evoo / Lemon Fresh Mango Puree

                                      • Zuppa del Giorno$12.00

                                        Soup of the Day. Organic & Dairy Free

                                        • Affettati Misti e Formaggi$25.00

                                          24mo Parma Prosciutto / Speck / Cheeses Calabrese Spicy Salame / Mediterranean Olives Roasted Pepper / Caramelized Walnuts

                                          • Bruschetta$12.00

                                            Marinated Chopped Heirloom Tomato, Garlic, Basil - On Crostini

                                            • Calamari Fritti$21.00

                                              Fried Calamari, Baja Shrimp, Zucchini, Artichokes, San Marzano Tomato Sauce

                                              • Homemade Bread Basket$3.00

                                                With Tomato Confit "Complimentary First Basket"

                                                • Caprese$20.00

                                                  D.O.P. Buffalo Mozzarella, Heirloom Tomato, Basil, Arugula, Oregano, EVOO

                                                  • Carciofi, Burrata e Pistacchi$23.00

                                                    Artichokes / Burrata / Crumbled Pistachios / Pesto Fried Leeks

                                                    • Polpette$19.00

                                                      Homemade Angus Beef Meat Balls, San Marzano Tomato Sauce

                                                      • Impepata di Cozze$18.00

                                                        Mediterranean Mussels / White Wine / Garlic / Parsley Pachino Tomatoes

                                                        Homemade Pasta & Entrees

                                                        Ask for Gluten Free Pasta

                                                        • Penne al Ragu' Vegano$23.00

                                                          Delicious Walnuts-Pistachios Fresh Tomato Ragout

                                                          • Maccheroni dell'Orto$20.00

                                                            Organic Seasonal Vegetables / Roasted Cherry Tomatoes

                                                            • Maccheroni Salsiccia e Carciofi$23.00

                                                              House Sausage / Artichoke Hearts / Chili

                                                              • Fusilli dell' Orto$19.00

                                                                Organic Seasonal Vegetables / Roasted Cherry Tomatoes Cork Screw Pasta

                                                                • Ravioli di Carne ai Porcini$22.00

                                                                  Short Ribs Ravioli / Parmigiano / Porcini Mushrooms Sauce

                                                                  • Tagliatelle Bolognese$23.00

                                                                    Angus Beef Ragout / 24 mo. Parmigiano Reggiano

                                                                    • Lasagna$23.00

                                                                      Angus Beef Ragout / Besciamelle Sauce / Pasta Layers D.O.P. Parmigiano Reggiano

                                                                      • Spaghetti e Polpette$22.00

                                                                        Homemade Angus Beef Meat Balls, San Marzano Tomato Sauce, Pecorino Romano Cheese

                                                                        • Spaghetti alle Vongole$26.00

                                                                          Clams / Parsley / Garlic / White Wine / Cherry Tomatoes

                                                                          • Pappardelle di Mare$29.00

                                                                            Clams / Mussels / Baja Shrimp / Wild Salmon Cherry Tomatoes / Garlic

                                                                            • Ravioli di Magro al Burro e Salvia$22.00

                                                                              Spinach / Ricotta / Parmigiano / Delicate Butter and Sage Sauce

                                                                              • Tagliolini Neri Fradiavolo$27.00

                                                                                Black Ink Noodles / Baja Shrimp / Garlic Pachino Tomatoes / Calabrian Chili

                                                                                • Gnocchi al Gorgonzola, Pere, Pistacchi$22.00

                                                                                  Potato Dumplings / Gorgonzola Cheese / Pear Pistacchio Dust

                                                                                  • Gnocchi allo Zafferano e Speck$23.00

                                                                                    Potato Dumplings / Cherry Tomatoes / Saffron Sauce D.O.P. Speck Smoked Ham

                                                                                    Dessert Menu

                                                                                    Dolci Tentazioni. Daily Homemade for your Sweet Temptations

                                                                                    • Cannoli$12.00

                                                                                      Fresh Ricotta Cheese / Candied Orange Crumbled Pistachios

                                                                                      • Sorbetto Artigianale$7.00

                                                                                        Two Scoops: Lemon & Wild Berries Sorbet

                                                                                        • Gelato Artigianale$7.00

                                                                                          Two Scoops of Your Favorite Flavors: Vanilla / Chocolate / Pistachio

                                                                                          • Tiramisu'$13.00

                                                                                            Lady Fingers / Espresso / Marsala / Mascarpone / Cocoa

                                                                                            • Salame al Cioccolato$12.00

                                                                                              75% Dark Chocolate / Cookie Crumbs / Rum Sliced in the Shape of Salame

                                                                                              • Vulcano$13.00

                                                                                                A Chocolate Lover: Chocolate Soufflé topped with Gelato

                                                                                                • Affogato al Caffe'$8.00

                                                                                                  Vanilla Gelato / Shot of Espresso

                                                                                                  Last updated: June 25, 2022

                                                                                                  What 817 people are saying

                                                                                                  Overall ratings and reviews

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

                                                                                                  4.7
                                                                                                  4.7 based on recent ratings
                                                                                                  • 4.7Food
                                                                                                  • 4.7Service
                                                                                                  • 4.8Ambience
                                                                                                  • 4.6Value

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                                                                                                  Review summary

                                                                                                  AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                                  Piazza 1909 in La Jolla is a charming, family-owned Italian restaurant known for its "fantastic food" and "great service." With a cozy atmosphere, both inside and on the inviting patio, it offers "authentic Italian cuisine" that guests rave about. A favorite spot for locals, it promises a delightful dining experience with "wonderful ambience."

                                                                                                  817 Reviews

                                                                                                  1. RebeccA

                                                                                                    VIP

                                                                                                    Los Angeles

                                                                                                    2 reviews

                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                    2 reviews

                                                                                                    Dined on December 9, 2024

                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                    Amazing restaurant! Be careful of parking in the LAX parking lot next-door. They close at 7 PM and you cannot get your car until the next morning if your car is still in there after 7 PM, they close and lock all the gates and doors .There is a very small sign indicating this as you go in which no one will ever see.

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                                                                                                  2. Robin

                                                                                                    San Diego

                                                                                                    3 reviews

                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                    3 reviews

                                                                                                    Dined on December 9, 2024

                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                    Food was incredibly delicious. We had Salmon stuffed with crab, Sea Bass, Cioppino, a favorite pizza, along with calamari and lemon sorbet. So delicious! Beautiful atmosphere for a birthday celebration. Service was exceptional.

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                                                                                                  3. Cindy

                                                                                                    VIP

                                                                                                    San Diego

                                                                                                    14 reviews

                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                    14 reviews

                                                                                                    Dined on December 2, 2024

                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                    My favorite restaurant! Food is special. Waiters are terrific. They really care that one has a good experience!

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                                                                                                  4. Michelle

                                                                                                    San Diego

                                                                                                    1 review

                                                                                                    3.0

                                                                                                    1 review

                                                                                                    Dined on November 27, 2024

                                                                                                    1. Overall 3
                                                                                                    2. Food 3
                                                                                                    3. Service 3
                                                                                                    4. Ambience 4
                                                                                                    We have been here before and this time the food was really lacking flavor. The arugula salad was bland and missing something. The fish of the day was a nice portion but lacked seasoning and flavor. The pesto pizza also bland. Super disappointed.

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                                                                                                  5. Norma

                                                                                                    VIP

                                                                                                    San Diego

                                                                                                    4 reviews

                                                                                                    1.0

                                                                                                    4 reviews

                                                                                                    Dined on November 27, 2024

                                                                                                    1. Overall 1
                                                                                                    2. Food 1
                                                                                                    3. Service 3
                                                                                                    4. Ambience 3
                                                                                                    Food was mediocre at best. We Won’t be back to this restaurant.

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                                                                                                  6. Darryl

                                                                                                    San Diego

                                                                                                    36 reviews

                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                    36 reviews

                                                                                                    Dined on November 24, 2024

                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                    This is easily one of my favorite Italian restaurants in San Diego. The food is consistently good, the ambience and vibes are warm and friendly, and it's fantastic value for the money. The setting in an old house built in 1909 is lovely.

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                                                                                                  7. Dan

                                                                                                    San Diego

                                                                                                    17 reviews

                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                    17 reviews

                                                                                                    Dined on November 24, 2024

                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                    Come hungry because everything is wonderful, arguably the best Italian food in La Jolla.

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                                                                                                  8. Gigette

                                                                                                    VIP

                                                                                                    San Diego

                                                                                                    19 reviews

                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                    19 reviews

                                                                                                    Dined on November 20, 2024

                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                    Wonderful! We had dinner inside but the outside patios are so inviting with twinkle lights and cozy heaters, too. And...dog friendly! The cioppino was full of seafood and served in a tomato-based broth. Just the right spice. Pastas are a freshly made. I had the pappardelle with lamb sausage ragu. Fully satisfying. Our first time here...certainly not the last!

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                                                                                                  9. Susan

                                                                                                    San Diego

                                                                                                    1 review

                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                    1 review

                                                                                                    Dined on November 16, 2024

                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                    Wonderful, warm servers and elevated authentic Italian dishes in a lovely atmosphere, especially on the outside patio.

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                                                                                                  10. Michelle

                                                                                                    San Diego

                                                                                                    11 reviews

                                                                                                    5.0

                                                                                                    11 reviews

                                                                                                    Dined on November 15, 2024

                                                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                    Giulia our waitress was friendly and helpful with suggestions. The ambiance was cozy and the freshly made pastas were authentic Italian cuisine. We were celebrating my nephew’s birthday and he was treated at the end of our dinner with a sweet treat cannolis. We definitely will be coming back and I strongly recommend this wonderful restaurant.

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                                                                                                  Piazza 1909 is rated 4.7 stars by 817 OpenTable diners.

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

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                                                                                                  2 people
                                                                                                  7:00 PM
                                                                                                  Booked 17 times today

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                                                                                                  Google Map for Piazza 1909

                                                                                                  7731 Fay Ave, La Jolla, CA 92037

                                                                                                  Dining areas

                                                                                                  Additional information

                                                                                                  • Cross street
                                                                                                    Silverado & Kline
                                                                                                  • Neighborhood
                                                                                                    La Jolla
                                                                                                  • Hours of operation
                                                                                                    Dinner Tue–Thu 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri 4:30 pm–9:30 pm Sat 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
                                                                                                  • Price
                                                                                                    $30 and under
                                                                                                  • Cuisines
                                                                                                    Italian, Pizzeria, Seafood
                                                                                                  • Dining style
                                                                                                    Casual Dining
                                                                                                  • Dress code
                                                                                                    Business Casual
                                                                                                  • Parking details
                                                                                                    1 to 2 hrs parking limit during the day, until 6pmUnlimited after 6pm or all day on Sunday
                                                                                                  • Payment options
                                                                                                    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                                  • Executive chef
                                                                                                    Stefano Ceresoli
                                                                                                  • Additional
                                                                                                    Banquet, Beer, Beer Garden, BYO Wine, Cafe, Corkage Fee, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                                                                                  • Website
                                                                                                    http://www.piazza1909.com/
                                                                                                  • Phone number
                                                                                                    (858) 412-3108
                                                                                                  • Catering
                                                                                                    Chef-owner Stefano caters for you fabulous meals and is available to cook at your home for special occasions. Call Roberta at 858.349.7966 to help you with your catering needs, from small office parties to large private events and weddings. info@piazza1901.com<br />
                                                                                                  • Private party facilities
                                                                                                    A perfect venue to host your private event or corporate party.Large front patio with outdoor wine bar, perfect for cocktail parties. Private covered heated patios for banquets. Request a quote at www.Piazza1909.com or call Roberta at 858.349.7966 info@piazza1901.com

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