# Bernini's Bistro > Bernini's Bistro — Bistro restaurants in La Jolla, CA. ## Key facts - **URL**: https://frankiapp.com/business/bernini-s-bistro-30433 - **Type**: Restaurants - **Cuisine**: Bistro - **Location**: La Jolla, CA - **Address**: 7550 Fay Ave, La Jolla, CA 92037 - **Phone**: 18584545013 - **Website**: https://www.berninisbistro.com - **Coordinates**: 32.841153, -117.274193 - **Claimed**: unclaimed - **Vibes**: Casual, Cozy, Modern, Intimate, Cultural, Classy ## About Bernini's Bistro is a beloved Italian bistro at 7550 Fay Ave in La Jolla, CA, with 24 years as a neighborhood favorite to its name. The menu leans into hearty Italian comfort food, from handcrafted pastas and prosciutto pizzas to fresh seafood dishes like cioppino, crab cakes, and mussels. The restaurant is best known for the Perfect Storm Pizza, a show-stopping creation topped with mozzarella-stuffed lobster tails, smoked salmon, and shrimp. The space feels warm, intimate, and modern, with a classy yet relaxed energy that suits date nights, family gatherings, and celebrations alike. Outdoor seating with heaters and a firepit rounds out the experience on cooler evenings. ## Hours - Monday: 11:30am - 9pm - Tuesday: 11:30am - 9pm - Wednesday: 11:30am - 9pm - Thursday: 11:30am - 9pm - Friday: 11:30am - 10pm - Saturday: 8am - 10pm - Sunday: 8am - 9pm ## Highlights - **Legendary lobster pizza** — The Perfect Storm is topped with mozzarella-stuffed lobster tails, salmon, and shrimp. - **Italian comfort classics** — Fresh pastas, prosciutto pizza, and seafood dishes form the heart of the menu. - **Outdoor firepit seating** — A heated patio with a firepit keeps al fresco dining cozy on cool La Jolla nights. - **Standout desserts** — The Mud Pie draws consistent praise and has become a guest favorite worth saving room for. ## FAQ ### Where is Bernini's Bistro located? Bernini's Bistro is at 7550 Fay Ave, La Jolla, CA 92037. ### What are Bernini's Bistro's hours? Monday through Thursday, Bernini's Bistro is open from 11:30 AM to 9:00 PM. On Friday and Saturday, hours extend to 10:00 PM, with Friday opening at 11:30 AM and Saturday opening earlier at 8:00 AM. On Sunday, the bistro is open from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM. ### What kind of food does Bernini's Bistro serve? Bernini's Bistro serves Italian-inspired bistro cuisine with a strong focus on fresh seafood, handcrafted pizzas, and classic pastas. Standout dishes include the famous Perfect Storm Pizza topped with mozzarella-stuffed lobster tails, smoked salmon, and shrimp, as well as cioppino, crab cakes, calamari fritti, and a crunchy tuna tartare salad. For dessert, the Mud Pie and Creme Brulee are crowd favorites. You can explore the full menu at berninisbistro.com. ### What is Franki? 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The outdoor patio with a firepit and heaters adds a romantic touch for evening visits. ### Does Bernini's Bistro work for group dining? Yes, Bernini's Bistro welcomes group hangouts, family gatherings, and celebrations. Shareable dishes like the signature lobster pizza and starters such as crab cakes and calamari fritti are well suited to dining with a crowd. ### How can I contact Bernini's Bistro? You can reach Bernini's Bistro by phone at 1 (858) 454-5013 or visit their website at berninisbistro.com for menus and more details. ## Reviews ### chews_sandiego — 5.0/5 · Mar 17, 2023 Italian eats ### nellseats — 4.2/5 · Jul 17, 2023 The @berninisbistro famous Lobster Pizza is a towering, decadent, construction with potatoes and greens and lobster on top. Out of this world, perfect for sharing, what a creation!! ### foodrange — 5.0/5 · Jun 5, 2023 Delicious bistro in La Jolla ### thedoubleeaterz — 5.0/5 · Sep 29, 2022 Best Mud Pie Ever 😍😍😍 So Good! #icecream #dessert #mudpie #cherry #foodie ### thedoubleeaterz — 5.0/5 · Oct 22, 2022 They Have Pretty Cocktails & Delicious Burger 😍💕🍹🍔 . . . #burger #hamburger #cocktail #drink #lajolla #happyhour ### raisingbartleys — 5.0/5 · May 22, 2023 Bernini’s serves the most incredible dishes and the atmosphere is so cozy + romantic. The Perfect Storm Pizza comes with succulent chunks of tender lobster, plump + juicy shrimp, thick slices of fresh, vibrant salmon that have been seasoned to perfection. The most interesting addition to this dish has to be the mashed potatoes that provided a creamy, comforting base for the seafood. The result is an incredible pizza! Highly recommend!! ### san.diegofoodies — 5.0/5 · Mar 17, 2023 Pasta and pizza are some of my favorite comfort foods, and this seafood pasta and prosciutto pizza at Bernini's were amazing! Also shown: Pear Lemonade, Pina Colada & Clean Paradiso Calamari Fritti Crunchy Tuna Tartare Salad Crab Cakes Cioppino Salmon Mud Pie Creme Brulee ### lepandapiggy — 5.0/5 · Mar 10, 2023 Berninis bistro have such amazing italian food and featuring here is their famous lobster pizza!! Service was amazing!! I had so much left over that lasted me a few days.. ### sdlovezfood — 5.0/5 · Jan 22, 2026 I love the Cobb salad in the mud pie. Those are my favorites. I gotta come check it out. They have all kinds of pasta too. ### sandiegofoodie — 5.0/5 · Nov 12, 2022 So easy to understand why they have been a neighborhood favorite for 24 years.