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Let us provide the perfect spot for your occasion. - La Dolce Vita Ristorante, La Jolla, CA

La Dolce Vita Ristorante

4.8
4.8
1175 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 27 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
  • Great for outdoor dining
La Dolce Vita is located in a European courtyard setting at International Shops off Prospect St. Loyal to its name La Dolce Vita (The Sweet Life), is a place to sit back and relax in our cozy and romantic indoor dining room or our charming outdoor patio to enjoy a hearty meal along with a bottle of wine while listening to Italian tunes. We serve genuine Italian cuisine in a fine dining setting at affordable prices.

Additional information

  • Location
    1237 Prospect St, Ste P, La Jolla, CA 92037
  • Phone number
    (858) 454-2524
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 11:00–21:30
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Plenty of off street parking. Valet parking across the street. Parking garage next door.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Alfio Conti

Private dining

Menu

La Dolce Vita Ristorante's menu was last updated 2022-02-03.

Dolce

  • TiramisuUS$8.00

    Lady Fingers Soaked in Espresso Layered with Sweet Mascarpone. Topped with Chocolate Shavings

    • CannoliUS$8.00

      Italian Pastry Filled with Sweetened Ricotta and Pistachio

      • Warm Chocolate BrownieUS$8.00

        Soft Chocolate Brownie Served Warm with a Scoop of Vanilla Gelato

        • Homemade CheesecakeUS$8.00

          New York Style Cheesecake with a Cookie Crust. With Chocolate and Raspberry Sauce

          • Vanilla GelatoUS$8.00

            Creamy Italian Ice Cream

            Drink

            • Hot TeaUS$3.50

              • Affogato al CafeUS$8.00

                Vanilla Gelato Drowned in Espresso Topped with Chocolate Shavings

                • EspressoUS$3.50

                  • CappuccinoUS$5.00

                    • Coffee AmericanoUS$3.50

                      Last updated: 3 February 2022

                      What 1,175 people are saying

                      La Dolce Vita Ristorante reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

                      Overall ratings and reviews

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

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

                      Noise • Moderate

                      Loved For

                      • San Diego

                        Best Value

                      Review summary

                      AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                      La Dolce Vita Ristorante offers "outstanding hospitality" and "incredible service," making every visit memorable. Guests rave about the "phenomenal" Italian cuisine, especially the "fresh, homemade pasta." It's a "hidden gem" in La Jolla with a charming courtyard ambiance. Reasonably priced, it's a "must-visit" for authentic dining experiences.

                      1,208 Reviews

                      1. OpenTable Diner

                        Houston6 reviews

                        5.0

                        Dined 3 days ago

                        1. Overall 5
                        2. Food 5
                        3. Service 5
                        4. Ambience 5
                        Excellent food and service. Asked for a spicy red sauce and they accommodated beautifully. Delicious!

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                      2. RosevilleMom

                        Minneapolis6 reviews

                        5.0

                        Dined 3 days ago

                        1. Overall 5
                        2. Food 5
                        3. Service 5
                        4. Ambience 4
                        We were there on a rare rainy and cold night and they accommodated us in a separate private indoor room. The food was excellent!

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                      3. OpenTable Diner

                        Chicago10 reviews

                        5.0

                        Dined 5 days ago

                        1. Overall 5
                        2. Food 5
                        3. Service 5
                        4. Ambience 3
                        Overalll the food was AMAZING! Service was great as well.

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                      4. Catherine

                        Minneapolis4 reviews

                        5.0

                        Dined 6 days ago

                        1. Overall 5
                        2. Food 5
                        3. Service 5
                        4. Ambience 5
                        Great food, ambience, and service. Good value and portion size for the price.

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                      5. chris VIP

                        Los Angeles17 reviews

                        5.0

                        Dined 7 days ago

                        1. Overall 5
                        2. Food 5
                        3. Service 5
                        4. Ambience 5
                        Everything was fantastic! I celebrated my birthday and they made me feel special.

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                      6. Desiree

                        Los Angeles5 reviews

                        5.0

                        Dined on 2 March 2025

                        1. Overall 5
                        2. Food 5
                        3. Service 5
                        4. Ambience 5
                        Definitely a must visit! I am glad I chose this for a birthday dinner we were celebrating. The ambiance was definitely like Italy, and the service was quick. People were friendly and the food was authentic! We loved everything. Also, their plates are very generous. I loved my carpaccio and the rib eye was good. :)

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                      7. OpenTable Diner

                        New York City6 reviews

                        5.0

                        Dined on 2 March 2025

                        1. Overall 5
                        2. Food 5
                        3. Service 5
                        4. Ambience 5
                        Amazing food! Personally greeted by the owner. Accommodated our early arrival and presented us with a free dessert to share. Definitely will return.

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                      8. OpenTable Diner

                        Portland1 review

                        3.0

                        Dined on 1 March 2025

                        1. Overall 3
                        2. Food 4
                        3. Service 2
                        4. Ambience 4
                        Waited for a table although we had a reservation booked a week in advance.

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                      9. Alison

                        San Diego2 reviews

                        5.0

                        Dined on 28 February 2025

                        1. Overall 5
                        2. Food 5
                        3. Service 5
                        4. Ambience 5
                        Always a pleasure to dine here. This is one of my fave spots in La Jolla.

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                      10. Kimberly

                        New York City8 reviews

                        5.0

                        Dined on 26 February 2025

                        1. Overall 5
                        2. Food 5
                        3. Service 5
                        4. Ambience 5
                        Fantastic! Go! You won’t be disappointed! Great food and service!

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                      FAQs

                      La Dolce Vita Ristorante does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. La Dolce Vita Ristorante also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (858) 454-2524.

                      La Dolce Vita Ristorante is rated 4.8 stars by 1175 OpenTable diners.

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

                      Make a booking

                      2 people
                      19:00
                      Booked 27 times today
                      Google Map for La Dolce Vita Ristorante

                      1237 Prospect St, Ste P, La Jolla, CA 92037

                      Additional information

                      • Phone number
                        (858) 454-2524
                      • Price
                        $30 and under
                      • Cuisines
                        Italian
                      • Hours of Operation
                        Daily 11:00–21:30
                      • Dress code
                        Casual Dress
                      • Parking details
                        Plenty of off street parking. Valet parking across the street. Parking garage next door.
                      • Payment Options
                        AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                      • Executive Chef
                        Alfio Conti
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