Bernini's Bistro
$$ • Italian, American, Cocktail Bar Book a table: 7:00 PM 7:15 PM 7:30 PM MoreAbout Bernini's Bistro
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This restaurant never disappoints us! Always amazing food and service! Love love coming here.
Great atmosphere, delicious food and friendly wait staff
Had a halibut piccata special and the trout almandine. Both were excellent- perfectly cooked with very fresh vegetables. Seemed to be about something for everybody. I rated noise as quiet/moderate based on the fact we were in a booth in the back corner. Further up front could be noisier.
Hours
| Monday | 4 - 8:30PM |
| Tuesday | 4 - 8:30PM |
| Wednesday | 4 - 8:30PM |
| Thursday | 4 - 8:30PM |
| Friday | 4 - 9:30PM |
| Saturday | 4 - 9:30PM |
| Sunday | 4 - 8:30PM |
Bernini's Bistro is a popular local spot in La Jolla, known for its great food, generous portions, and a varied menu. The service is attentive and friendly, ensuring a pleasant dining experience. Guests often enjoy dining outside at lovely intimate tables, especially when the weather is nice. The menu features favorites like the gourmet burger and the delicious beet salad. The trout almondine with spinach risotto is described as absolutely scrumptious, and the rigatoni Bolognese is so good that some diners wanted to lick the plate. The wood-fire BBQ chicken pizza offers exceptional flavors, though some may find the sauce slightly sweet. The restaurant also offers craft cocktails that are outstanding and perfect for pairing with meals.
Many visitors have celebrated special occasions here, such as a son's 30th birthday, and found the staff to be wonderful—attentive, friendly, and accommodating. The outdoor dining space is ideal for larger parties and soaking up the local scene. Despite occasional experiences with lukewarm food or service issues, the staff is generally excellent, making Bernini's Bistro a great place for a culinary treat at a reasonable price. Desserts look amazing and are abundant, though portions leave little room for sweets. Overall, it remains a favorite for takeout pizza and for bringing out-of-town guests to enjoy a memorable meal.