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Marisi

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Address

1044 Wall St, La Jolla, CA 92037

Owner / Developer

Family-owned and operated by the Adler and Lombrozo families

Architect / Designer

Bells + Whistles

Photo Credit

Kimberly Motos

Marisi, the restaurant in La Jolla known for its Italian fine dining, opened in August 2022 with a romantic and timeless design. Creating a space reminiscent of an Italian escape to a homey villa, Marisi’s bold architecture and vibrant decor capture the elements of the Amalfi coast with a nostalgic and comforting ambiance of a traditional Italian trattoria. The restaurant’s showstopping elements include a 10ft brick and tiled Italian Hearth, an expansive sunlit patio, sweeping ceilings with arched walkways, “The Lemon Room” and a circular bar. Every detail from the custom-branded wallpaper to the custom-patterned floor tiles was designed or hand-selected by the team for a dream-like environment. Marisi’s color palette whisks you to the Italian coast, spotlighting hues of yellows, greens, blues and pinks. The design charms with a blend of refined classic elements and subtle yet intentional details such as vintage art prints, custom wall décor, and a mosaic bar top. Whether guests sit at the circular bar, open-air patio positioned off the town’s main thoroughfare or in the private dining room surrounded by lemons, each of the 111 seats holds a unique dining experience for patrons.

37 thoughts on “Marisi”

  1. Marisi is my favorite restaurant in San Diego. Not only is the food amazing, the ambience takes you out of San Diego and into a romantic city in Italy.

  2. Philipp Hanna

    Dined there last week, and I’ve never been in a restaurant that has thought of every detail when it comes to the design, down to their hand soaps. Absolute class!

  3. Absolutely in awe with this interior design! Every detail from the bathroom to the bar to the kitchen. Plus the pasta + cocktails are amazing!

  4. Mikenna Doherty

    Absolutely love every aspect of Marisi’s design. Clearly someone put a lot of thought into every little detail. They even have these amazing tomato vine scented candles in the bathroom, and they’re available purchase too!

  5. Mariam Nourmofidi

    Love the design and ambiance at Marisi ! The patio is my absolute favorite section and it’s our go to spot in San Diego.

  6. Jules Lawrence

    The best bar and restaurant in town! There is nothing else like it—the ambiance, food, and service are unmatched. Such a beautiful addition.

  7. William Dylan Shipsey

    Breathtaking design that transports you to Italy while still maintaining that La Jolla feel. The three spaces/dining room are all so unique but somehow flow together

  8. My favorite restaurant in San Diego!
    The ambience brings you to romantic Italy and service is always beyond all the expectations

  9. This is my new favorite restaurant in SD! They have thought out every detail from the seasonally driven menu, excellent drinks, instagrammable diningrooms, and even the scent in the bathroom. Have you smelled it?

  10. Raoul Martinez

    It takes your breath away when you turn the corner, then walk in to Marisi. you’re transported to a cafe in Italy. Gorgeous interior. you never want to leave. Oh, and the food is top notch too!

  11. My fav in LJ village. Feels sexy and sweet and the food is on point. Love the vermouth to start and can’t go wrong on this menu. Focaccia is a must. Bathroom on right is better than left.

  12. Justina Johnson

    When you walk into Marisi, it feels like you were transported to another world. It’s beautiful!

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