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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

24 Feb 2025

19:00

Booked 83 times today

Experiences are available.

Charming
Good for special occasions
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 filet mignon with mascarpone and bite-sized agnolotti.

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Dining style
Elegant Dining
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Italian, Contemporary Italian
Hours of Operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00–14:30 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 17:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–22:00
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, Gender Neutral Restroom, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

Salty Magazine Dinner Series
US$234.00 per person
Prepaid
11 Mar 2025 only
Join us on March 11th, 2025, where Salty Magazine and Chef Cameron Ingle of Marisi will host a special six course culinary tasting with Chef Rodrigo Rivera Rio of KOLI (Monterrey, Mexico) and Chef Luis Ronzón of Ixi’im (Chablé Yucatán). The evening will blend Californian-Italian cuisine with the vibrant flavors of Mexico. Dinner is $195 per person (excluding tax and gratuity) with an optional wine pairing for $75. You can find a brief history about each chef below: Chef Cameron Ingle With over 20 years of experience, Chef Cameron Ingle has worked in diverse culinary settings, from family-owned Italian restaurants to Michelin-starred venues. Starting in Detroit, he honed his skills at Bouchon Bistro in Los Angeles, Bestia, and Bavel. Ingle then moved to New York to work at Blue Hill at Stone Barns, where he embraced the farm-to-table ethos. In 2023, he became Executive Chef at Marisi, focusing on handmade pasta and hearth cooking. In addition, Ingle serves as a Culinary Advisor for the White Buffalo Land Trust and the ROW 7 Chef Trial Group. Chef Rodrigo Rivera-Rio Raised in Mexico City, Chef Rodrigo Rivera-Rio’s sustainable culinary approach stems from his upbringing in a family rooted in agriculture and ranching. After studying at the Culinary Institute of México, he and his brothers opened KOLI Cocina de Origen, a restaurant that explores northeastern Mexican cuisine. KOLI earned a Michelin star in 2024 and was named one of Latin America's 50 Best Restaurants. Rivera-Rio continues to showcase the flavors and culture of Nuevo León. Chef Luis Ronzón Passionate about traditional Mexican food, Chef Luis Ronzón developed his skills in Mexico City, Copenhagen’s Noma, and Quintonil. As Executive Chef of Ixi’im at Chablé Yucatán, he leads a restaurant named one of the 50 Best Hotels in the World (2024). Ixi’im also received the Prix de Versailles for Best Restaurant Design. His Mayan Cochinita Pibil was featured on CNN’s Eva Longoria: Searching for Mexico.
$75 Marisi Large Party Dinner Menu
US$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 Dinner Menu
US$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

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.8Ambience
4.2Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Marisi offers a charming ambiance and exquisite Italian cuisine, highlighted by "amazing food" and "outstanding service." Guests rave about the handmade pasta and creative dishes, while the "beautiful atmosphere" makes it a perfect spot for special occasions. Despite some concerns about portion sizes and pricing, Marisi remains a "hidden gem" in La Jolla.

1,147 Reviews

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Nashville
3 reviews
2.0
3 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
This was a very expensive experience for food that had absolutely zero flavor. Very disappointed and I had brought a good friend for a celebration! The waiter was very sweet, but obviously had too many tables as wanted to drink our champagne with our food so we had to wait quite a bit! Unfortunately, won’t be going back but definitely the restaurant is beautiful.
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OpenTable Diner
San Diego
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We went for dinner with another couple we love everything the place is beautiful super clean the service amazing and the food was delicious I have a beet salad was amazing so different the main dish I have the chicken is delicious the sauce is yummy and the dessert was fantastic a Nona cake I will definitely recommend this restaurant
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Brad
VIP
San Diego
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
As always, the food and service were spectacular. Hats off to Chef Cameron and the staff!
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Yezen
San Diego
5 reviews
2.0
5 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Our family dined here and found the experience underwhelming. The menu is limited, and nothing stood out. We tried the whole fish, which had a lot of bones, making it difficult to eat—especially in the dim lighting. The short rib pasta was good but a bit salty. For dessert, we ordered the donuts, which had a burnt taste, possibly from the oil or cooking method. I mentioned it to the waiter, who said he would inform the chef but still left it on the bill. Overall, this was a one-and-done experience for us.
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Brooke
Seattle
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Nice little place for brunch. The cocktails were tasty, I recommend the Marisi spritz. The food was delicious. We had the Italian dip sandwich and the carbonara. They were sadly out of the cinnamon roll, which was one of the reasons we came here. Parking and traffic was tough on a Saturday afternoon, so get here early.
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Peggy
VIP
San Francisco
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Truly an amazing dining experience! Accommodating, delicious, interesting, helpful service, comfortable, beautiful decor. Would go back in a heartbeat!
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Tara
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Phoenix
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
Service was awful and food was overpriced for the quality
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steven
San Francisco
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food - great ambiance! Every trip.to La Jolla has Marisi on the itinerary!!
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Kristin
VIP
Chicago
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our neighbors recommended Marisi so we made a point to go. The staff was amazing the ambiance was great. Our food was ok. The beet salad was really good the focaccia was also good. The scallops (3) were good but not a lot to it for the price. The rigatoni tasted like al dente pasta with tomato soup (sorry but being honest). We brought our own bottle of wine which they decanted for us ($35) and that was nice. My husband’s $23 dirty martini was no different than most. We may go back to try something else but left a little bit disappointed.
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Lynne
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Boise
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent dining experience for a birthday dinner. Service and food recommendations were top-notch, a very enjoyable evening.
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FAQs

Marisi is rated 4.6 stars by 1147 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.