Catania

Welcome to the vibrant and trendy world of Catania, a captivating Italian restaurant located at 7863 Girard Ave in La Jolla, CA. Catania offers a unique experience for diners seeking a taste of authentic Italian cuisine in a chic and welcoming setting.

At Catania, the menu features a delightful selection of Italian dishes, pizza, and cocktails. With options like squash pizza, pasta with duck, tagliatelle alla portofino, pizza focaccia, crispy octopus, and wood-grilled New York strip loin, there is something to please every palate.

Customers rave about the exceptional quality of the food and the attentive service provided by the friendly staff. The ambiance at Catania is unbeatable, especially if you are lucky enough to snag a seat by the terrace with a stunning view.

Whether you are celebrating a special occasion or simply looking for a great meal, Catania is the perfect destination. Don't forget to explore their extensive wine selection and unique cocktails to elevate your dining experience.

Come and experience the magic of Catania for yourself - where every dish is crafted with care and every visit promises a memorable culinary journey.

Catania Menu

Location

Address: 7863 Girard Ave La Jolla, CA 92037
Phone: (858) 551-5105

🕓 Work Hours
MON 4:00 PM - 8:30 PM
TUE 4:00 PM - 8:30 PM
WED 4:00 PM - 8:30 PM
THU 4:00 PM - 8:30 PM
FRI 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
SAT 11:30 AM - 9:00 PM
SUN 11:30 AM - 8:30 PM

Business info

  • Takes Reservations
    Yes
  • Offers Delivery
    Yes
  • Offers Takeout
    Yes
  • Vegan Options
    Yes
  • Limited Vegetarian Options
    Yes
  • Wheelchair accessible
    Yes
  • Accepts Credit Cards
    Yes
  • Accepts Android Pay
    No
  • Accepts Apple Pay
    No
  • Accepts Cryptocurrency
    No
  • Outdoor Seating
    Yes
  • Trendy
    Yes
  • Moderate Noise
    Yes
  • Casual Dress
    Yes
  • Offers Catering
    Yes
  • Good for Groups
    Yes
  • Good For Kids
    Yes
  • Good for Lunch, Dinner
    Yes
  • Garage Parking, Street Parking
    Yes
  • Waiter Service
    Yes
  • Free Wi-Fi
    Yes
  • Best nights on Friday
    Yes
  • Happy Hour Specials
    Yes
  • Full Bar
    Yes
  • Heated Outdoor Seating
    Yes
  • Covered Outdoor Seating
    Yes
  • Private Dining
    Yes
  • Dogs Not Allowed
    No
  • TV
    No
  • Provides reusable tableware
    Yes
  • Bike Parking
    No

Last Reviews

  • Author: Andrés M.

    16 July 2024

    Made a reservation to celebrate a friend's birthday. It did not disappoint. This is the perfect place to have a great dinner and celebrate occasions. The ambiance is great and if you are a seat by the terrace, you get a great view. We ordered the squash pizza which was delicious. Simple and very tasty. For the main course, I had a pasta with duck and it was phenomenal. The portion was generous with a garlic sauce that was amazing. For desert, we had a chocolate cake that it was perfect! Not too sweet but not too dark. Also, they have a great wine selection. I highly recommend it and I will return to try other things on the menu.

  • Author: Joshua L.

    16 July 2024

    We went to the Farmer and the Seahorse in Sorrento Valley awhile back (see my past review). We had a less-than-desirable visit there. Alex, one of the managers, contacted us thereafter and invited us back to make it up. After a couple of scheduling conflicts, he was finally able to get us in at Catania, one of Farmer's sister eateries in La Jolla. We went on July 3, 2024 and Jared was our server. The restaurant would be a Michelin star facility if they had a restroom in the building (the communal restroom is on the opposite side of the shopping plaza in which the restaurant is located, 3rd floor. Our meal was beyond incredible. We had 2 appetizers, 4 drinks, 2 entrees, and 2 desserts. I'll allow the pictures to do the rest of the talking for me. We'll definitely be back.

  • Author: Huma M.

    14 July 2024

    Such a lovely experience at Catania! I made a reservation for dinner and my party was promptly seated at an ocean view table. The waitstaff was attentive and friendly, happy to make recommendations. I ordered the tagliatelle alla portofino. Such a simple dish, but I was absolutely blown away by the flavor of the pasta. Our waiter recommended the chili oil and it was a perfect addition of spice with the pasta. My friends ordered pizzas and both of them were incredibly happy with their selections. I'm excited to visit again and try more of the menu!

  • Author: Courtney C.

    22 June 2024

    I really wish I had taken pictures when we came here. The whole experience was exceptional and this was for a graduation lunch after sitting in the sun for hours and we were all not in the best mood. Our server was so sweet and attentive, he was on point and made our time there wonderful. We shared the pizza focaccia which was the best thing I've eaten in awhile, and I'm a big back. It was so simple yet so delicious, and I honestly could've polished another one for my meal, but the others wanted to try some new things. We also shared the crispy octopus which was so tender and soft, cooked to perfection and wasn't chewy or fishy. I try not to eat octopus because they're so smart but here, they're also delicious. They didn't die in vain. I digress. We also shared the mushroom pizza and the Margherita, which was amazing for pizza. The mushroom was definitely my favorite of the two. We got some chili oil and it was spicy! I was shocked because I usually only got stuff that spicy at home. We received a panna cotta to finish off our meal and it was the perfect light dessert, it was sweet and a bit savory with salted pine nuts, so much that my friend took a whole order home for herself. We went on a Saturday afternoon so it wasn't too busy, and there was parking in a nearby lot. Overall it was such a great experience I am hoping I'll be back very soon!

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