Italian trattoria at 2151 Avenida de la Playa in La Jolla Shores, 92037, with a covered patio and ocean-adjacent neighborhood dining atmosphere. Osteria Romantica serves Roman and Southern Italian classics alongside Piatti across the street — the two anchoring the Avenida's Italian corridor for over two decades each. House-made pasta, wood-fired pizzas, branzino, and tiramisu are served in a warm, candlelit setting that has made it a neighborhood favorite. The open kitchen and rustic interior create an intimate dining experience that feels authentically Italian. Reservations are recommended on weekends, when the Avenida de la Playa patio fills quickly — and Shores visitors craving a quick slice between beach sessions grab one at Dough Momma Pizzeria one door down.