Osteria Romantica
$$ • Italian, American, Wine Bars
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2151 Avenida De La Playa, La Jolla
(858) 551-1221
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It’s a very nice restaurante with very good food, however the service is bad, to not say horrible. It was Valentine’s Day, our first Valentines as a family of 3, and we made a reservation for 5:15pm. As soon as we sat, the server asked what we wanted, obviously. So we ordered wine and a starter. He insisted that we should order the main course once it could get crowded and it could take long for the food be ready. I said it was fine as we were not in a rush, so we would order...read full review
Nice and friendly staff. Great food!
We will come back to try the pasta dishes. Today we enjoyed the veal dishes. Service was slow but the house sent out free Tiramisu which made up for the wait for our main courses. Grazie 🙏
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Hours
| Monday | 5 - 9PM |
| Tuesday | 5 - 9PM 12 - 2:30PM |
| Wednesday | 5 - 9PM 12 - 2:30PM |
| Thursday | 12 - 2:30PM 5 - 9PM |
| Friday | 12 - 9:30PM |
| Saturday | 12 - 9:30PM |
| Sunday | 12 - 9PM |
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Osteria Romantica offers molto good food with a quality Italian atmosphere. Diners enjoy dishes like stuffed salmon, lobster bisque, and gnocchi, all reasonably priced. The patio dining experience is enhanced by attentive service and heaters for cooler evenings. The Fettucini Ubriache with cream sauce is highly recommended for a filling meal. The restaurant's authentic Italian cuisine and excellent food quality are often praised, with many returning for the fantastic dishes and friendly staff. The ambiance is wonderful, and service, especially from the waiter Simone, makes each visit memorable. The braised artichokes are also a favorite among guests. Visitors appreciate the fresh, delicious dishes like halibut, veal piccatta, and spinach salad, prepared perfectly. The space has a cheerful, neighborhood vibe with a broad menu and a nice wine list. While the food is generally good and comes out quickly, some guests note that the service can sometimes be lacking, and the bread selection could be better to match the tasty pasta dishes. Parking in La Jolla Shores can still be a challenge, but the overall experience keeps customers coming back.