Bernini's Bistro & Bar

4.8

624 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

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2 people

12 Mar 2025

23:30

Booked 18 times today

Neighbourhood gem
Great for outdoor dining
Charming

Bernini’s Bistro & Bar has been the local's favorite in La Jolla for the past 24 years. We offer a wide variety of entrees at very affordable prices that will please all guests. Try one of our homemade organic pasta, wood-fired pizza, or seafood dishes. We offer Happy Hour 5 days a week Sunday-Thursday from 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm. For reservations of parties larger than 12 please contact Reyhan at (858) 337-5227.

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Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Contemporary American, Californian
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 16:00–20:30 Fri, Sat 16:00–21:00
Phone number
(858) 454-5013
Website
http://www.berninisbistro.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Sergio Diaz Perez
Private party facilities
We have a semi-private room for up to 24 guests.

Location
7550 Fay Ave, San Diego, CA 92037-4839
Area
La Jolla
Cross Street
Pearl
Parking details
We have some parking available in the back of the restaurant and plenty of street parking.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 624 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.5Value

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Review summary

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Bernini's Bistro & Bar is a beloved La Jolla gem offering "delicious food" and a "wonderful atmosphere." Guests rave about its "great service" and "reasonably priced" menu, featuring options like pizza, pasta, and seafood. The "charming" outdoor seating and attentive staff make it perfect for any occasion.

624 Reviews

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Jon VIP
San Diego34 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We hadn't been to Bernini's for quite some time. Wonderful atmosphere, great food, and terrific service. Loved everything about Bernini's Will definitely be back for more delicious eats!
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Dennis VIP
Dallas48 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The friendliness of the hostess, the joy presented by the bus boy, Tony, our waiter was gregarious, joyful and a great singer (Happy Birthday with HAPPY!) Now the food. Generous portions of perfectly seasoned and appealingly presented. Good value and the embience was festive. It's on our MUST DO list each time we are in La Jolla.
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Bert VIP
Connecticut27 reviews
4.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
We’re visiting LaJolla and heard this news a local favorite. It certainly has a family feel and the menu has plenty of offerings. The dining room is very nice, the service is friendly and the food was delicious!
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Richard VIP
San Diego3 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
First time and it was wonderful. Amazing food, great staff, wonderful ambience. Will definitely make it a regular visit!
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Christine
San Diego17 reviews
5.0
Dined on 3 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything was perfect! Waitress was great! Perfect for after the show at the Conrad. Will definitely return!
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SusanT VIP
New York City5 reviews
5.0
Dined on 2 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Food is absolutely outstanding! Adorable decor and great service.
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Clifford VIP
San Diego36 reviews
3.0
Dined on 1 March 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
Service wasn't good. Maybe they were short-handed.
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OpenTable Diner VIP
San Francisco18 reviews
5.0
Dined on 1 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food & wine! Very attentive service. One of our favorite restaurants!
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Mrs. Robin B VIP
San Diego60 reviews
5.0
Dined on 1 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I made an early reservation (4 pm) because the restaurant is so popular. Food, service, ambiance all outstanding—even for a solo diner. Delicious small cranberry/walnut salad followed by superb salmon main. Was a great antidote to the misery of day marked by political mayhem in Washington.
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Yesim
San Diego2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 27 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It is an impressive place with its service as well as the delicious food. I have been here many times and I leave happy every time.
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FAQs

Bernini's Bistro & Bar offers delivery in partnership with Postmates. Bernini's Bistro & Bar also offers takeaway which you can order by calling the restaurant at (858) 454-5013.

Bernini's Bistro & Bar is rated 4.8 stars by 624 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people

12 Mar 2025

23:30

Booked 18 times today

Order delivery or takeout

7550 Fay Ave, San Diego, CA 92037-4839

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross Street
Pearl
Area
La Jolla
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 16:00–20:30 Fri, Sat 16:00–21:00
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Contemporary American, Californian
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
We have some parking available in the back of the restaurant and plenty of street parking.
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Sergio Diaz Perez
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.berninisbistro.com/
Phone number
(858) 454-5013
Private party facilities
We have a semi-private room for up to 24 guests.

Bernini's Bistro & Bar

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

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Menu

Dinner Starters

Brussels SproutsUS$14.90

Bowl of SoupUS$8.00

Dinner From the Garden

Sweet Walnut Salad

Caesar Salad

Dinner Woodfired Pizza

Traditional Cheese PizzaUS$15.00

Pepperoni PizzaUS$17.00

Dinner Pasta

Spaghetti BologneseUS$19.90

Spaghetti and MeatballsUS$19.90

Dinner Farm and Sea

24 Hour Braised Beef Short RibsUS$30.00

Chicken ParmigianaUS$21.90

What 624 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

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