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Located on the top floor of the newly redesigned La Plaza center on the historic corner of Wall and Girard in La Jolla sits Catania. The restaurant provides guests with authentic Italian coastal cuisine in a relaxed, yet elevated setting featuring beautiful panoramic ocean views. Catania highlights include a rotating selection of fresh crudo, housemade pastas and handcrafted pizzas, all crisped to perfection by Beatrice, the restaurant’s 5,000 pound wood burning oven. Completing the menu is a thoughtful selection of handcrafted desserts overseen by Whisknladle Hospitality Culinary Director Ryan Johnston. Upon opening, Catania Restaurant was named one of Zagat’s “15 Hottest New Restaurants Around the U.S.,” and continues to be a must-visit
Perched atop La Plaza Center, this coastal Italian specialist serves up wood-fired pizzas & more.
Hours
| Friday | 4–9 PM |
| Saturday | 11:30 AM–9 PM |
| Sunday | 11:30 AM–8:30 PM |
| Monday | 4–8:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 4–8:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 4–8:30 PM |
| Thursday | 4–8:30 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 7863 Girard Ave 301 F3, La Jolla, CA 92037
Phone: (858) 551-5105
Website: http://www.cataniasd.com/
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Order and Reservations
Reservations: opentable.com
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Reviews
Char
Catania in La Jolla was a great experience all around. I really appreciated that they had veggie options that were easy to make vegan. The kitchen was happy to work with me and put together a spicy veggie vegan pasta using in season vegetables, and it tasted great. Fresh, well balanced, and exactly what I was hoping for.
The rosé was fine, and the wine and drink selection overall was strong with plenty of good choices. My date ordered the duck ragu and said it was awesome, rich and full of flavor.
The atmosphere really stood out. Very inviting, romantic, and just a great place to settle in and enjoy the evening. The staff was attentive, friendly, and made everything feel smooth and unhurried.
Between the food, drinks, service, and vibe, this place checks a lot of boxes. I would definitely go back.
… moreThe rosé was fine, and the wine and drink selection overall was strong with plenty of good choices. My date ordered the duck ragu and said it was awesome, rich and full of flavor.
The atmosphere really stood out. Very inviting, romantic, and just a great place to settle in and enjoy the evening. The staff was attentive, friendly, and made everything feel smooth and unhurried.
Between the food, drinks, service, and vibe, this place checks a lot of boxes. I would definitely go back.
K C
What an absolutely fabulous meal! Came here with my foodie friends and they said I hit it out of the ballpark with this find. The ambiance was great, food was BEYOND delicious and the service was extra awesome. If only we could have servers like Russ everywhere we dined, life would be perfect. Definitely need to come back with I visit.
… moreRoberta Sweger
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We absolutely fell in love with Catalina! Yesterday we tried the shrimp risotto, octopus, and kale salad, and they were so incredible that even though we planned to come back tomorrow, we just couldn’t wait we had to return today. That’s how unforgettable the food is here.
The shrimp risotto is perfection, the octopus is cooked to absolute tenderness, and the kale salad is so fresh and flavorful. The espresso martini deserves a special mention it’s hands down the BEST we’ve ever had, anywhere. The wine list is excellent, the drinks are crafted with care, and every detail makes you want to stay for hours.
The service is top-notch friendly, attentive, and welcoming. The staff (both waiters and bartenders) go above and beyond. The vibe is perfect, with great music, a clean and beautiful atmosphere, and the kind of energy that makes you excited to come back again and again.
Catalina is officially the highlight of our trip. If we could give more than 5 stars, we would. We’re already planning our next visit probably tomorrow!
… moreWe absolutely fell in love with Catalina! Yesterday we tried the shrimp risotto, octopus, and kale salad, and they were so incredible that even though we planned to come back tomorrow, we just couldn’t wait we had to return today. That’s how unforgettable the food is here.
The shrimp risotto is perfection, the octopus is cooked to absolute tenderness, and the kale salad is so fresh and flavorful. The espresso martini deserves a special mention it’s hands down the BEST we’ve ever had, anywhere. The wine list is excellent, the drinks are crafted with care, and every detail makes you want to stay for hours.
The service is top-notch friendly, attentive, and welcoming. The staff (both waiters and bartenders) go above and beyond. The vibe is perfect, with great music, a clean and beautiful atmosphere, and the kind of energy that makes you excited to come back again and again.
Catalina is officially the highlight of our trip. If we could give more than 5 stars, we would. We’re already planning our next visit probably tomorrow!
Stephanie S.
Fantastic dinner experience with my parents, husband and friends. I was able to make a reservation for a party of 7. We all enjoyed appetizers and desserts along with dinner. Tried the branzino, duck orichiette, tagliatelle, and rabbit gnocchi. Panna cotta, Nutella mousse pie, chocolate cake. Not photographed, appetizers: meatballs, crispy octopus.
… moreZan Lee
I grew up in La Jolla and my family has been in the Windansea area of LJ since the late 1980s and I would say that Catania is one of my favorite restaurants that’s been in town over the decades. I dined here 6 years ago and had a wonderful dinner and did again this past weekend when I was in town for Thanksgiving and I, as well as the rest of my party, all had a fabulous dinner. It’s right in the middle of The Village (also known as downtown La Jolla) on the top of a small shopping center where World Core and Bessel surfboards used to be. It has great views of the Pacific Ocean and downtown La Jolla. It’s especially nice if you go at sunset. They offer indoor seating and heated outdoor, plus a bar. Our server was extremely polite and everything that we ordered came out very fast. We also dined outside during a cold November night and they did a great job by keeping the heat going so it was nice and warm. None of us got chilly at any point.
For this visit, I started off the meal with a Green Salad and thought it was a really nice light start. I enjoyed every bit of it and felt it was a good choice. I would like it if they would have a sliced heirloom tomatoes or Caprese option but I still enjoyed this. For my entrée, I had to get my favorite dish of the restaurant which is the Whole Roasted Branzino. I had it 6 years ago and loved it then and loved it again this visit. It has a great lemon caper flavor to it and they really do a good job removing most of the bones. I also love how they add clams and broccolini with it, which are also two of my favorite things. Overall a fantastic dinner and it’s consistently good which both of my reviews will prove. I highly recommend and will be back again many times in the future.
… moreFor this visit, I started off the meal with a Green Salad and thought it was a really nice light start. I enjoyed every bit of it and felt it was a good choice. I would like it if they would have a sliced heirloom tomatoes or Caprese option but I still enjoyed this. For my entrée, I had to get my favorite dish of the restaurant which is the Whole Roasted Branzino. I had it 6 years ago and loved it then and loved it again this visit. It has a great lemon caper flavor to it and they really do a good job removing most of the bones. I also love how they add clams and broccolini with it, which are also two of my favorite things. Overall a fantastic dinner and it’s consistently good which both of my reviews will prove. I highly recommend and will be back again many times in the future.
Alex
I’ve ordered from here many times and have always tipped well, but tonight’s pickup was really disappointing for the price. We paid about $60 and the pizza had noticeably fewer mushrooms than previous orders—this seems to happen more each time we do pickup.
The salad was also not worth $20: it was mostly lettuce with barely six pistachios. We specifically asked for extra salad dressing and did not receive it. On top of that, the dressing container took up a significant portion of the salad container—overall it was only about 1/3 full, including the dressing.
I’m not trying to be difficult, but the portions and value were far off tonight. I’d appreciate a response and a make-it-right solution.
We have ordered many times and this was super disappointing
… moreThe salad was also not worth $20: it was mostly lettuce with barely six pistachios. We specifically asked for extra salad dressing and did not receive it. On top of that, the dressing container took up a significant portion of the salad container—overall it was only about 1/3 full, including the dressing.
I’m not trying to be difficult, but the portions and value were far off tonight. I’d appreciate a response and a make-it-right solution.
We have ordered many times and this was super disappointing
Ayman Alfar
Had an excellent experience at Catania in La Jolla. Great food, beautiful atmosphere, and truly amazing staff. Russ. And Sarrlia gave us wonderful recommendations that made the meal even better. Highly recommend this Seafood Restaurant
… moreEric Broockman
Just back to La Jolla after long absence. Catina is now a Michelin recognized restaurant- but still as authentic, welcoming and delicious as our many visits in the past. Nice unpretentious place with a variety of seating choices for all tastes. You will enjoy it.
… moreWendy Lee
We visited Catania to celebrate my birthday and our anniversary. We had a lovely time. The view was beautiful, our server was excellent, and our dinner was amazing. The corn casoncelli is unbelievably delicious. It was truly one of the best dinners we’ve ever enjoyed. Thank you again for a wonderful experience!
… moreNary Choe
Great vibe with partial ocean views. Crispy octopus, Pizza focaccia, and every pasta was spot-on. Service was next level-polite, fast, and thoughtful. Will be back.
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