Catania

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7863 Girard Ave Ste 301F3
La Jolla, CA 92037
+1 (858) 551-5105
http://www.cataniasd.com
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

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4.51,338 reviews
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Mia S.
9/27/2025

I have been hesitant to try this spot, thinking it could be overrated due to the location and prices...but wow we were NOT disappointed. - for the main course we got the shrimp risotto, bucatini...

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Jim W.
9/26/2025

Truly a great dining experience last night at Catania! We had a reservation for 630pm and were seated promptly at an outside hightop with a panoramic view of downtown La Jolla and the Pacific...

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Charles C.
9/18/2025

I don't think words can describe how pleased I am with my experience with Catania. The food was amazing, but the service from Malcolm was even better! We took family from out of town (from LA and...

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Yung C.
9/12/2025

Their duck sugo orecchiette is super good! My husband and I really enjoyed it, and the portion is generous. We also ordered the crispy octopus, which was really flavorful, and the bucatini...

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Haley L.
10/5/2025

The absolute best pasta you can get in San Diego. Came here for my anniversary and was met with great service. I usually would never order duck, but our server recommended it so we got the duck...

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