La Jolla restaurants you'll love
Top restaurants in La Jolla, California
La Jolla is a lively metro area of California. Three sides of this city are surrounded by water making it one of the best places to enjoy the beach as well as the local art scene and extensive shopping. Whether you’re searching for a place to explore the rich culture of the town or stop for a bite to eat, there are plenty of both to explore. Enjoy local cuisines such as fresh seafood, American fare, and Californian-inspired restaurants.
Visit La Jolla Cove for beachside food and drinks or the Pacific Beach area for pizza, Mexican cuisine, and sandwiches. There are many local coffee houses, bakeries, and breakfast restaurants in La Jolla to choose from for morning cravings and evening meals like sushi, new American, and French fare. No matter what time of day, there is a delicious dish to curb your hunger.
Wind down for the weekend at a local bar and grill or settle down for a craft brew from a nearby taproom. You can even enjoy a glass or two of wine at trendy restaurants in La Jolla. Ask the staff about the best pairings for a plate of locally caught seafood, you won’t be disappointed. From quick-service restaurants, delivery, and upscale dining, La Jolla will meet your every need.
La Jolla's top cuisines
Must-try La Jolla restaurants
Blue Ocean Harumama -
1250 Prospect St. #B10-B13, La Jolla
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Karraage | $9.00 |
deep-fried chicken bites / side yuzu aioli | |
Pig Bun | $8.95 |
2 PCS // pulled pork, onion | |
Bunny Bun | $8.95 |
2 PCS // nutella |
PIES • COOKIES • SMOKED SALMON • PASTRY
Sugar and Scribe Bakery - Fine Foods
7660 Fay Ave, La Jolla
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Biscuit And Gravy | $16.00 |
buttermilk biscuit ı chicken gravy ı chicken sausage ı chives | |
California Skillet | $18.00 |
egg whites ı roasted chicken ı roasted tomatoes ı parmesan cheese ı micro cilantro ı on roasted potatoes | |
Lemon Curd Pancakes | $17.00 |
orange cardamom syrup ı seasonal berries |
Piazza 1909
7731 Fay Avenue, La Jolla
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ARANCINI di RISO ai PORCINI | $19.00 |
Fried Saffron Risotto Balls stuffed with Peas & Mozzarella San Marzano Tomato Sauce & Porcini Mushrooms | |
COSTOLETTE d'AGNELLO al PORTO e FUNGHI | $35.00 |
New Zealand Racks of Lamb/Italian Mushrooms/Port Wine Reduction Roasted Potatoes & Organic Seasonal Veggies | |
PIZZA DIAVOLA | $22.00 |
Tomato sauce, Mozzarella, D.O.P Spicy Calabrese Salame |
SEAFOOD • SANDWICHES
Beaumont's Neighborhood Eatery
5662 La Jolla Blvd, La Jolla
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Char Burger | $22.00 |
1/2 lb 100% angus beef, house aioli, butter lettuce, tomato, red onion, bread and cie gourmet bun w/ fries | |
Large Fries | $7.00 |
ketchup | |
Coast Toast | $18.00 |
our world famous french toast, similar to a souffle, extra rich with a hint of orange |
Taco Villa UCSD - Student Center
Eucalyptus Grove Ln, La Jolla
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Veggie Avocado burrito | $8.95 |
Fresh sliced avocado, Mexican rice, whole pinto beans, sauteed veggies, lettuce and pico de gallo | |
Pollo Asado burrito | $9.95 |
Grilled chicken with guacamole and pico de gallo | |
Fish taco | $2.95 |
Battered fish, cabbage, pico de gallo and white sauce |
PIZZA
American Pizza Manufacturing
7402 La Jolla Blvd, La Jolla
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Edsel | $25.00 |
earthy mix of wild mushrooms, EVOO base, fresh grated mozzarella, truffle oil drizzle, Parmigiano dusting. one of a kind - add prosciutto $3/$4 | |
14" Flyer | $19.00 |
premium shoulder pepperoni, homemade ruby red tomato sauce, fresh grated mozzarella. a reliable go-to. fly higher with some Crystal hot sauce! | |
Palm Desert Salad | $15.00 |
organic greens mix, house candied walnuts, gorgonzola, seasonal citrus slivers, micro arugula, orange poppy seed vinaigrette |
SANDWICHES
Rubicon Deli
4130 La Jolla Village Dr, La Jolla
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Achin' 4 Bacon | $0.00 |
roasted turkey, thick-cut bacon, avocado, lettuce, tomato, mayo | |
Super Mario | $0.00 |
roasted turkey, prosciutto, asiago, roasted red pepper tapenade, wild arugula, pesto mayo, balsamic glaze | |
Rich Boy | $0.00 |
chipotle chicken, avocado, monterey jack, lettuce, tomato, onion, garlic tabasco mayo |
Caroline's Seaside Cafe
8610 Kennel Way, La Jolla
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All American Egg Scramble | $15.00 |
White Cheddar, Applewood Smoked Bacon, Fruit or Potatoes, Toast | |
Mediterranean Egg Scramble | $15.00 |
Feta, Tomatoes, Garden Basil, Fruit or Potatoes, Toast | |
Cove Burger | $17.50 |
1/2 lb Prime Ground Chuck, Onion Marmalade, White Cheddar, Chipotle Aioli, Lettuce, Local Tomatoes |
The Taco Stand - La Jolla
621 PEARL ST, LA JOLLA
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CHURROS | $4.00 |
3PC FRESH CHURROS | |
BAJA TACO | $3.50 |
BATTERED FISH, CABBAGE, TOMATO, ONION, CILANTRO, CHIPOTLE SALSA | |
CALIFORNIA BURRITO | $8.89 |
FLAME GRILLED ANGUS STEAK (100% CERTIFIED ANGUS BEEF), MELTED CHEESE, TOMATO, FRIES, GUACAMOLE, SALSA MILD, SOUR CREAM |
Sushi Nekosan - 1119 wall street
1119 wall street, La Jolla
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Special Hawaiian Roll | $22.00 |
Spicy krab, avocado, cucumber, shrimp tempura, topped with spicy tuna, spicy mayo | |
Dirty Blonde Roll | $22.00 |
Shrimp tempura, spicy krab, avocado, cucumber, layered with yellowtail, crispy red onions, micro cilantro, finished with a sweet sushi glaze and jalapeño ponzu drizzle | |
Christina's Crispy | $14.00 |
Crispy rice topped with avocado, jalapeños, torched miso mayo, dot of siracha, green onion, cilantro, ponzu, sesame oil, crunchy garlic, soy glaze |
Pacific Cafe & Catering
9452 Medical Center Dr, La Jolla
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Teriyaki Chicken Rice Bowl | $9.75 |
Steamed white rice with teriyaki chicken and fresh vegetables | |
Bacon & Eggs | $8.25 |
2 eggs | |
Café Latte | $4.00 |
Espresso, steamed milk, and foamed milk |
Crafted @ Minerva's Cafe
3180 Voigt Drive, La Jolla
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Cheeseburger | $8.95 |
Angus beef, Cheddar cheese, lettuce, tomato, pickle, onion, and mayonnaise | |
Teriyaki Chicken Rice Bowl | $9.75 |
Steamed white rice with teriyaki chicken and fresh vegetables | |
Kimchi Fried Chicken Sandwich | $9.25 |
Served with Japanese spicy mayo |
Jeffs' Beach Burgers
2134 Avenida de la playa, La Jolla
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El Jefe | $12.45 |
A double double! | |
Hamburger | $8.95 |
Our famous burger! | |
Cheeseburger | $9.45 |
Our famous burger with cheese! |
Richard Walker's Pancake House - La Jolla
909 Propsect St. Suite 190, La Jolla
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CALIFORNIA CHICKEN SAMMY | $14.95 |
Seasoned chicken breast along with fresh lettuce and tomato is layered on toasted sourdough bread with mayo and sliced avocado served with crispy hashbrowns and a pickle. | |
CORNED BEEF HASH & EGGS | $18.95 |
Made fresh on the premises, Richard's hash is ground to a smooth consistency as it should be; zesty corned beef, blended with Idaho potatoes and onions. | |
ONE, TWO, THREE! | $10.95 |
1 egg, 2 links, and 3 pancakes, topped with whipped butter. |
BBQ • HAMBURGERS • FRENCH FRIES
The Promiscuous Fork
6984 La Jolla Blvd, La Jolla
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Poke Bowl | $18.00 |
Beef Sliders | $13.00 |
Code Blue Burger | $17.50 |
NOODLES
Mandarin House - La Jolla
6765 La Jolla Blvd, La Jolla
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Fried Dumplings | $12.00 |
From the Skins to the fillings! Our legendary Dumplings are 100% handmade in house. Filled with Pork and cabbage. Plump, Juicy and delicious. | |
Orange Chicken | |
Crispy chunks of Chicken breast sautéed with garlic in our house made Orange peel and chili pepper infused sauce. | |
Egg Rolls | $6.00 |
Our Famous hand rolled Egg Rolls made with our special blend of pork, shrimp, cabbage and eggs. |
PIZZA • HAMBURGERS • FRENCH FRIES
Wheat & Water - Bird Rock
5737 La Jolla Blvd, La Jolla
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Gabagool | $26.00 |
San Marzano tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella, spicy capicola, Calabrian chile, spiced honey, basil. | |
Margherita | $22.00 |
San Marzano tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella, basil, extra virgin olive oil. | |
The Mushroom | $21.00 |
Béchamel, mozzarella, mushroom, garlic, fresh herbs. |
Osteria Romantica - 2151 Avenida De La Playa
2151 Avenida De La Playa, La Jolla
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Artichokes | $17.00 |
Sautéed with garlic and extra virgin olive oil | |
Ossobuco Pork | $34.00 |
Braised pork shank with mushrooms in port wine sauce over risotto | |
Lobster Ravioli | $29.00 |
Ask Your Server |
Subterranean Coffee La Jolla - 1237 Prospect St V
1237 Prospect Street, La Jolla
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COLD BREW | $0.00 |
HUMMUS WRAP | $13.00 |
GEORGIA PEACH | $0.00 |
The Pizza Taproom
8657 Villa La Jolla Drive, La Jolla
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Neapolitan | $0.00 |
House-made Roasted garlic sauce, Mozzarella, Roma tomatoes, Parmesan, fresh basil. | |
Hot Honey Pepperoni | $0.00 |
House-made marinara sauce, Mozzarella cheese, premium pepperoni, hot honey drizzle, fresh oregano | |
Hawaiian | $0.00 |
House-made marinara, mozzarella, ham, pineapple |
FRENCH FRIES
Valley Farm Market - La Jolla
6902 La Jolla Blvd, La Jolla
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Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich | $13.99 |
Fried chicken thigh marinated in buttermilk and hot sauce, topped with pickle chips and a dash of Sriracha Aioli, nestled in a toasted Brioche Bun. | |
Shrimp & Birria Tacos | $14.99 |
Savor the flavors of the sea and the earth with our succulent Shrimp and Birria Tacos, paired perfectly with zesty lime and our signature spicy salsas. A feast for the eyes and a party for your palate! 🍤🌮🔥 | |
Baja Fish Burrito | $10.99 |
Rockfish dipped in VFM Baja Beer batter with Baja Slaw, Pico de Gallo, and Creamy Spicy Sauce served with chips and salsa |
Shiku Sushi
1277 Prospect Street, La Jolla
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Crispy Rice | $12.00 |
spicy tuna, avocado, jalapeno, gobo, balsamic glaze | |
Hunny | $18.00 |
jumbo shrimp tempura, avocado, cucumber - topped with fresh salmon, sriracha honey aioli, torched to perfection. | |
Rainbow Roll | $18.00 |
cut roll |
PIZZA • FRENCH FRIES
Isola Pizza Bar - 7734 Girard Ave
7734 Girard Ave, La Jolla
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rigatoni al ragú | $21.00 |
slowly braised bolognese meat ragú, dry porcini mushrooms, parmigiano | |
Pizza 4 carni | $24.00 |
Pizza Margherita | $16.00 |
PIZZA • FRENCH FRIES
Bernini's Bistro - 7550 Fay Ave.
7550 Fay Ave., La Jolla
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Meat Lovers | $0.00 |
pepperoni, beef short ribs, ham, bacon, mozzarella, tomato sauce | |
BBQ Chicken | $0.00 |
mozzarella, red onion, cilantro | |
Fettucini Nero | $29.90 |
homemade black squid ink organic pasta with leeks, shallots, garlic, shrimp, local wild scallops, cream sauce |
Showa Ramen - Showa Ramen
9625 Scholars DrNorth Torrey Pines Living and Learning A1 BLDG 1, La Jolla
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CHASHU BUNS | $9.00 |
delicious, warm, fluffy treat of stuffing wrapped inside a sweet sauce ,green onions, chashu ,sesame seeds and red ginger | |
FRIED RICE BOWL | $13.00 |
White Rice, Green Onions, Corn, Shoyu, Sweet Cooking Sake, and Red Ginger. | |
TAKOYAKI | $10.00 |
dish made of wheat batter and octopus filling with our homemade sauce ,ginger and nori flakes |
Public House - La Jolla
830 Kline Street, La Jolla
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La Jolla Cove Burger | $22.00 |
Chicken Cobb | $21.00 |
Parmesan Garlic Fries | $9.00 |
PIZZA • PASTA • SEAFOOD
Catania
7863 Girard Ave., La Jolla
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CAT Sicilian Pistachio Pizza | $20.00 |
Mortadella, Pistachio Pesto & Burrata Cheese | |
CAT Duck Sugo ' | $24.00 |
Braised Duck, Porcini Mushrooms, Tomato, Juniper and Parmesan | |
CAT Portofino Pasta ' | $21.00 |
Creamy Tomato Sauce, Pesto & Parmesan |
Dodo Bird Donuts
369 Bird Rock Avenue, La Jolla
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ITALIANO | $16.00 |
Hilliker's eggs, provolone, creamy garlic, prosciutto di parma, arugula, shaved parmesan and giardiniera | |
HAMBURGER + FRIES | $16.00 |
Cream & Co. beef patty, dijonnaise, bread butter pickles and red onion | |
MATCHA LATTE | $8.00 |
Ceremonial grade green tea |
Fan-Fan - 9625 Scholars Drive North, Suite 0125
9625 Scholars Drive North, Suite 0125, La Jolla
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Braised Pig Trotters with Rice | $12.50 |
Pig Trotters, Vegetables, served w/ veggies and rice. | |
Fan-Fan Oreo Brown Sugar Fresh Milk | $5.00 |
As shown in the image: Fan-Fan Oreo Brown Sugar Fresh Milk $5.75 | |
Fan-Fan Green Tea Latte | $4.75 |
Fan-Fan Green Tea Latte |