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Marisi

Name: Marisi
Address: 1044 Wall St, La Jolla, CA, United States, 92037-4437
Telephone: (858) 401-6787
Price range: $50 and over
Rating: 4.6

$50 and over

Italian

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2 people

3 Jan 2025

7:00 pm

Booked 107 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
Area
La Jolla
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

$75 Marisi Large Party Menu
USD 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 Menu
USD 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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Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.6Service
4.8Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Marisi in La Jolla offers an exceptional dining experience with hand-made pastas, "outstanding service," and a vibrant atmosphere. Guests rave about the "fantastic food," including standout dishes like focaccia and unique desserts. While some find it pricey, the overall experience is deemed "worth it," making it a top choice for both locals and visitors.

1,076 Reviews

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Marilyn
Chicago
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great Food and great service. I was surprised by the beef carpaccio because last time I got it. It was wonderful and this time it was very spicy.
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Kevin
San Diego
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful experience. Great food, wine, and dessert. I highly recommend the tiramisu cream puffs.
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Art
VIP
San Diego
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
New years at Marisi was extraordinary! The service,food, speciality drinks all above my expectations and especially the desserts. I love the whole chicken and the new chopped salad, but I had to also have the Rigatoni that’s my go to every time. If your looking for for a really nice night out, Marisi is the my favorite!
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Jan
VIP
San Diego
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Fabulous food, great service and beautiful restaurant. The noise level, though was extremely loud!!! However, we will be back ! This is now officially our favorite Italian restaurant in San Diego now for sure.
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Cosimo
San Diego
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Overall it was a good experience. The apps were very good but the snapper was not deboned properly and the pasta a bit salty.
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Robert
VIP
San Diego
128 reviews
4.0
128 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
varied menu with lots of good choices, Caesar salad was excellent, 2 pastas we tried were both delicious. as were the fish and scallops we had as mains. Service was excellent
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Jane
VIP
New York City
66 reviews
5.0
66 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Rarely do we find a restaurant we can say was perfection on every level. Marisi is just that place. We were greeted with warmth upon our arrival for our reservation and were seated immediately, despite a long line of walk-ins. Our table was set beautifully and our server(s) were professional and knowledgeable. From cocktails through dessert every dish exceeded our expectations. The cocktails were beautifully crafted, the dishes beyond delicious and the homemade pasta to die for! We had an opportunity to meet Assistant General Manager, Karley Maes, and thanked her for the training of staff and the noted attention to detail that was notable. Upon speaking with staff, everyone acknowledged admiration and respect for the organization. We also had a moment to chat with the bartender. He was proud of the set-up and proliferation of high-end brands that were even in the well. Can’t wait to return.
MarisiResponded 4 days ago
Jane, we thank you for your kind words. It was a pleasure meeting you and your husband! We look forward to the next time you visit San Diego. Happy New Year! Karley Maes
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Karl
San Diego
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and drinks. Our party was 2 people, we split two appetizers - focaccia = 10/10, Burrata = 8/10 (it had a Smokey flavor that was nice, but a little overpowering). Two Pastas - Bolognese = 10/10 (recommend a non-sweet wine to go with this), and Campanelle = 10/10. Portions are perfect, we left with leftovers. Ambiance is also great, 3 separate vibes - back of restaurant was more traditional indoor Italian cozy, middle was modern bar/open kitchen tall ceilings, patio was modern cute lighting well covered/heated. Staff was great and attentive. We did not feel like dinner service was rushed which was great (aka - we were not rushed through apps/dinner/dessert - the delivery of each was spaced out perfectly).
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Jimmy
VIP
Oklahoma City
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
All around awesome experience! Incredible service!
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Hanna
VIP
Chicago
14 reviews
5.0
14 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
One of the best in SD. Great food, amazing staff, overall just fabulous
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FAQs

Marisi is rated 4.6 stars by 1076 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.