50 Best Dog Friendly Restaurants La Jolla

“I love this place. This place have amazing atmosphere with a great vibe, plus a delicious selection of tacos appetizers and drinks.“

“What happens when fine dining meets meal prep ? Urban plates you nailed it. Who knew best steak ive had could be prepared fast and efficiently delivered to my door. Wow 🤩 5 stars . RFK approved.“

“Love what they have brought to our San Diego farmers markets!!!! A must for exceptional American artisanal cheeses!!!“

“Pesce freschissimo servito al momento, servizio veloce e amichevole, bella atmosfera, vini e acqua italiani. Ho ordinato un’insalata con gamberi e granchio, quando ho iniziato a mangiare ho visto che c’era della cipolla e la stavo togliendo, il proprietario accorgendosene è venuto da me per farmelo rifare. Un’attenzione fuori dal comune. ♥️“

“Great food, wonderful service!“

“You can pick up your pizza and cook it at your convenience! It’s so fresh and delicious, you can’t get pizza this good at a sit down restaurant.“

“Great meal. Dessert was a wow.“

“Shiku Sushi has the best atmosphere for dining, from their amazing menu and service. You are greeted the minute you enter and each server has a smile for you. I love the rolls, and I try different ones each visit. Casanova, Summer Beach Body to name a few. This Sushi bar is a MUST when you're visiting. You won't be disappointed!“

“Great view, service and breakfast!“

“The food was so salty! The lobster bisque and the raviolis tasted the same!“

“Amazing food, staff & atmosphere!“

“Locally owned, by Lisa. She's wonderful, we've been stopping by pre-covid and post-covid for years, from Surprise, AZ. Great spot to chill at during your vacation. We will always come back by! ✌🏽❤✊🏽“

“Best Breakfast in LaJolla! Awesome Staff and EVERYTHING on the menu is 🔥! Don’t waist you time anywhere else!“

“Awesome food, great drinks and service! Nicole is awesome!“

“A friend told me to meet him here for coffee, and I understand why it's his go-to place. The latte was great, and it came out fast. I like the orange/chocolate chip scone too. Best of all, the service was amazing. Very friendly...even after I spilled my drink! I'll be back for sure!“

“poor service. food came not as ordered. took a long time to get food. had to flag down another waiter to get attention. party melt over cooked. 1 1/2 hour waist of time. both doors left open so we were swatting flying away from food“

“My family and I had a wonderful time yesterday. Thanks for the great food and conversation! - The Cole's from Idaho“

“Matcha oat milk latte and butterfly tea!!“

“These are honestly the best salads I have ever had. They are layered and dressed perfectly. I have ordered at least once a week since their opening in OB. The staff is friendly, efficient and the space is immaculate! I cannot say enough good things about Mary’s Salads!“

“AMAZING FOOD! Service with kindness and care! 10 out of 10!! Can’t wait til I’m back in town to come again!“

“Great food. Great wine. Great servers. Dog friendly. Friendly dogs. Friendly dog owners.“

“I stopped at this cafe for lunch with a friend. The outdoor seating was lovely, and the staff were very friendly. My friend ordered the panino all'uovo and a croissant, while I just got the panino all'uovo. It was filling, but a bit dry between the bread choice and the small amount of aioli, in my opinion. My friend thoroughly enjoyed both of his items and was eager to return in the future. I would definitely give this spot another try if I were back in the area.“

“Da italiana, ho cenato più volte in questo fantastico ristorante e vi dico che il cibo è ottimo. Qualità dei prodotti 🔝, servizio impeccabile. Il locale è veramente tanto delizioso. Ve lo consiglio vivamente non rimarrete delusi!“

“Absolutely delish and the nicest people work at the bakery..“

“Darin was great! Thank you, our dinner was delicious“

“One of the best spots in the area for Mediterranean food. We stumbled upon this place last year and enjoyed it so much that we came back again this year.

For the price, the quality and portion sizes make it well worth a visit. Unlike most Mediterranean restaurants that serve everything on a standard platter, the food here is beautifully presented on a long wooden board, making it perfect for sharing.

The Family Plate, which is advertised for 3–5 people, is realistically enough for about 3–4 adults, depending on everyone’s appetite. The Trio Platter is a must-order—the hummus, muhammara, and baba ganoush are all excellent. Just be careful not to fill up on the appetizers before the main course arrives.

Their wine selection is also very good. The meats were flavorful, although ours were slightly overcooked this visit. The chicken, however, had a nice crispy exterior and was delicious. The rice has a unique, light flavor that’s really enjoyable, but you may want to order an extra side since the portion that comes with the meal goes quickly. The falafel was ok, the lentil soup was good and light.

Overall, it’s a great place to bring family or friends, or simply enjoy a healthy meal before or after a beach day. It can get busy depending on the time, so expect a bit of a wait during peak hours.

The only downside is that the service can be hit or miss, as they often seem a little short-staffed. Thankfully, the quality of the food more than makes up for it.“

“The atmosphere and view, food and drinks are unbeatable. Staff is friendly, attentive and knowledgeable. Cody’s is a fantastic establishment that I visit every time I am in La Jolla!“

“Absolutely amazing cuisine! Exceptional customer service! I would come again!“

“This restaurant never disappoints us! Always amazing food and service! Love love coming here.“

“great sandwich. best in town in my opinion“

“Don Carlos Taco Shop is a La Jolla institution for great Mexican fast food. Great friendly staff and good food. I use for take out exclusively.“

“Best ice cream in town and it’s open late.“

“Had such a great experience at Parakeet Cafe! Kayla, Calvin, and Mishell were all super friendly, welcoming, and attentive. They made sure everything came out perfectly and made the whole visit feel warm and easy. Amazing service and such a cute atmosphere.“

“Great flavours! Great atmosphere!! Great service!!!“

“Delicious döner wraps and amazing baklava.“

“A special place for both long time locals and newbies. Good for a delicious double cappucino a long work session on the laptop.“

“good service and good food“

“Myself and my 7 and 9 year old girls come here with me or the babysitter every two weeks. We can't find lobster or crab better anywhere else in San Diego even fancy restaurants across the street.

The manager Neo always takes great care of us. Ashley is always really super sweet here too.

We get the Boss size lobster and crab rolls and anytime of year. We don't know how they are always so good in all seasons!“

“Friendly staff and good food and shake. Will be back on my next visit to SD.“

“Simply the absolute best. Everything is ridiculously amazing and the owner ROCKS!“

“You guys need to hire security, I feel bad for what your manager had to go through today! Some absolute lunatic went behind the counter to grab food and when your manager tried to stop him from grabbing the orders; he started cursing him out and saying some very derogatory things to him! The poor guy was just trying to do his job. Then this guy is posting a review like he’s the victim is wild!

You guys can read his other reviews and see they’re all negative! I’m sure he pulls these kinds of stunts at other places! I’m just hoping your manager; who by the way, did an amazing job staying calm and never got aggressive, doesn’t get in trouble over his lies!“

“Enjoyed it totally! 2 nd time and will go back again. Love the food and the menu“

“Definitely an interesting place to eat. Everyone really nice. Food was reasonably priced, but not very generous portions , service was slow but it was Yeshiva week!
I also would have appreciated if owner would have updated their website or Google maps to reflect that They would be closed on Martin Luther king day.“

“I just wrote this review on Tripadvisor on 5/22/23 Title: A family run restaurant just like in old Italy! Cafe Milano is a hidden gem. After dining there for the first time and being incredibly impressed by the entire experience, I was amazed that my wife and I could get seated without a reservation. There should be a line of patrons waiting outside this establishment every evening they're open. Cafe Milano may be La Jolla’s best kept restaurant secret. First off, I love the ambience of its interior. The place is very attractively decorated in dark, earthy tones with tables covered in white cotton tablecloths with matching napkins. It is clean and very well maintained. The family members (owner, his wife, his sister, brother-in-law, and sister-in-law), do all the cooking, setting up of the tables, greeting and seating the clientele, and serving the food. Actually, there's also a family friend, Bri, who was our lovely and attentive server. It felt like I had stepped back in time to dine at an intimate ristorante tucked away in a small courtyard off a cobblestoned street in Firenze in the ‘70’s. Our dinner started with a glass of wine and a generous serving of bread. Our first course was a Caesar salad for two which was one of the tastiest Caesars I have ever had. For a main course, we both chose a grilled salmon over fettuccine with olives and capers. It was perfectly done to our liking and huge, the biggest serving of a filet I had ever had. In fact, our server offered to box up the remainder of our salmon when we were only half done, apparently because most diners can't finish it at one seating. We did. However, when we were finished, we were stuffed with no room for dessert - but Pasquale, the owner, tempted us with a piece of tiramisu that was out of this world in yumminess for which we somehow managed to find the space. I'll tell you this. When we return to place our order, which will be very soon, my dinner plan will leave room for one of their myriad dessert choices. Right now, I have my eyes on one of their three tartufo offerings.“

“Nice and friendly staff. Great food!“

“Delicious, hot, Chai latte. Love to stop in while visiting LaJolla.“

“As a first timer, they have great matcha from PARU. The matcha is already naturally sweet for those that enjoy without sugars and flavor enhancers. Almond croissant filling tastes artificial so I won’t be getting that again. Great laid back ambience with indoor and outdoor seating. Looking forward to coming back for the matcha and to try other menu food items.“

“Chef Felix and family put together an excellent meal. Every. Single. Day.I've been going here for 4+ years and am still going back. Everytime Chef curates, weekly, a menu and will even still make you almost anything you can cook on a skillet. From flatbreads, to home made soups, and a Cubano I would fight you for, they make a bit of everything.¡Provecho!“

“Pinpoint Café is the perfect little stop in the heart of La Jolla Village!

It’s perfectly placed for grabbing a coffee or sweet treat on the go — or settling in at one of their café tables to relax and do some prime people-watching.

The baristas are always friendly and welcoming, and everything feels thoughtfully made and served with a smile. Whether you’re in a rush or lingering in the sunshine, Pinpoint Café is a lovely neighborhood favorite you’ll want to visit again and again.“

“This spot is definitely gorgeous for a coffee break. Awesome view and clearly a local student/staff favorite. They grilled our egg salad sandwich in the panini maker and the iced matcha latte was delicious. The crew here helpful And warm. Also very quick. I only wish there was more “bar style” seating for those who tend to linger for hours on their own instead of taking up a whole table. It’s been super crowded with no seating the last few months bc people tend to stay for hours working. Which I totally understand. But for a UCSD alum like me, I may just wanna sit for half an hour maybe an hour at most and often there is no seating. That’s my only suggestion. Add single person searing. But I’ll definitely be back and hope to come before a “rush”. The line can get very long. (I get it. I used to work in a cafe at the Price Center and it was crazy there). Also would Love if they stayed open later. One can only hope.“