Marisi

Making its mark in beachy La Jolla, Marisi is led by executive chef Chad Huff and beverage director Beau du Bois. Handmade pasta paired with woodfired dishes from the hearth—think mouth-watering carpaccio; seasonal agnolotti; tender king crab topped tagliatelli; line-caught fish dressed in asparagus, fennel, lemon and burro bianco; and sixty days dry aged prime New York strip. Pair your meal with du Bois’ take on a freezer Martini, force carbonated Bellini, or choose an aperitif from one of more than 30 vermouths.
How to book: Walk-ins are accepted if seating is available; otherwise, reserve a table online. 

Led by executive chef Chad Huff, Marisi features handmade pasta paired with woodfired dishes from the hearth—think mouth-watering American wagyu carpaccio; seasonal agnolotti; line-caught fish dressed in asparagus, fennel, lemon, and burro bianco; and a 60-days dry-aged New York strip. Pair your meal with beverage director Beau du Bois’ take on a freezer Martini, force carbonated Bellini, or choose an aperitif from one of more than 30 vermouths.
How to book: Walk-ins are accepted if seating is available.

Hearth cooking and handmade pasta take center stage at this La Jolla restaurant, which was born out of a family’s love for Italian cuisine and hospitality. Locals line up for elevated classics from chef Chad Huff, be it the pear and almond burrata, wagyu carpaccio, or decadent truffle tagliatelle (hand-rolled with Piedmont truffles)—and don’t miss dessert. Mascarpone panna cotta with devil’s food ganache and coffee streusel come together for the Coffee & Cream, a natural accompaniment to the team’s proprietary-blend espresso. With lattes-in-hand, it’s easy to linger a while here—a 10-foot brick and tiled Italian hearth, seersucker banquettes, and vintage art prints all channel Amalfi-inspired living, as does an expansive, sun-drenched patio that’s perfect for warmer months.