Collection Magazine - Fall 2022

ustic italian
by the sea
piatti la jolla
Piatti is widely considered to be a local favorite, and it’s tucked away from the parts of La
Jolla that are otherwise dotted with T-Shirt and souvenir shops. Just steps from the ocean,
in the La Jolla Shores neighborhood, this trattoria serves up some of the finest tasting Italian
cuisine in all of San Diego County. Complete with two patios for outdoor dining, an openconcept
kitchen, and a full bar, this is one of our favorite stops before (or after!) a sunset stroll
on the beach.
Piatti La Jolla
2182 Avenida De La Playa
La Jolla, CA 92037
858.454.1589
@piattilajolla
First things first: ordering the dipping oil to accompany your warm loaf of ciabatta is almost
mandatory. The oil is bursting with the flavor of garlic, balsamic vinegar, and various herbs- all
swimming deliciously in extra virgin olive oil. The herbed cauliflower cakes are also a favorite
appetizer. They are delicately fried and topped with a subtly flavored red-pepper aioli. Some
of us have likened the texture of these treats to a crispy risotto.
When it comes to entrees, we like to evaluate a trattoria on how they handle the basics. In the
case of Piatti, we love their take on spaghetti. Meatballs made of veal and pork offer a lighter
feel than traditional beef, which makes this perfect for both lunch and dinner. For us, though,
the coup de grâce is the dollop of goat cheese that rests atop the mound of pasta. Its mild
creaminess is the perfect accompaniment to the sauce-coated noodles and the meatballs.
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