Solid Italian on Ocean Blvd
I visited Piatti for the first time and here’s my take:
The Food: I ordered the Spaghetti Pomodoro with Meatballs. The standout element was definitely the distinct and flavorful Italian red sauce. The meatballs were good—tender and well-cooked—though I noticed they weren't completely "soaked through" with the sauce.
A point to note: My entree did not include complimentary bread and oil. About halfway through my meal, the waiter did come by to offer fresh Romano cheese, which I accepted and it added a nice touch to the dish.
The Vibe: I opted to sit in the outdoor courtyard, and the ambiance was wonderful. The sound of the running fountain nearby was very relaxing, and the overall noise level was low enough to easily have a conversation. I did note that the indoors appeared to be newly remodeled.
Service & Facilities: Service was standard, and the men's restroom was adequate.
The Price: My total bill came to $40 (including an NA beer and tip).
Final Thought: Piatti offers a great atmosphere and good food, especially if you love a distinct red sauce. It’s worth checking out if you’re in the area!
Eric Marasco
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July 19, 2026
Piatti has a great vibe with a stylish, welcoming atmosphere. The staff was friendly and helpful throughout the meal. The lasagna and octopus were both outstanding, and the wine selection was excellent. The bolognese was just okay for me—good, but I’ve definitely had better. Overall, it’s a spot I’d happily return to for the ambiance, service, and several standout dishes.
Jose Gonz
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April 28, 2026
I can’t believe I didn’t take a picture of the Chicken Marsala! 😭 that was the show stopper here and the Carpaccio! The best thing about this meal was our waitress Ana. She was amazing, she recommended the perfect wine to go with our food, and checked up on us frequently. Thank you for the lovely experience, we will be back in August 😋
Tom Bickett
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August 07, 2026
Son and I were looking for a nice Italian dinner. We drove down from Newport to Laguna. This place was perfect. Easy menu with lots of diversity. Food was great and service was excellent. The Pizza was delicious.
Madeline Layana
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June 10, 2026
Came here for lunch on a Tuesday around 11:30am. We were the only ones in the whole place for a majority of the time! We sat outside on the patio which was really nice and shaded but also trapped the heat.
We started with the whipped ricotta - so different and lovely. Lemony, pesto-y deliciousness! Our waiter also let us know to ask whenever we needed more bread which was refreshing to hear instead of feeling bad asking for more or getting charged. Would absolutely order this again.
Next we had the Bianca pizza. This has preserved lemon as well and was quite refreshing and different than most pizzas. We shared between two of us and went home with leftovers (probably because we also had the bread w the whipped burrata). Would order again.
We ended with the affogato which was the perfect dessert. Amazingly delicious, sweet but not too heavy.
They offer a happy hour and wine Wednesdays as well. Will definitely be back.
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Solid Italian on Ocean Blvd I visited Piatti for the first time and here’s my take: The Food: I ordered the Spaghetti Pomodoro with Meatballs. The standout element was definitely the distinct and flavorful Italian red sauce. The meatballs were good—tender and well-cooked—though I noticed they weren't completely "soaked through" with the sauce. A point to note: My entree did not include complimentary bread and oil. About halfway through my meal, the waiter did come by to offer fresh Romano cheese, which I accepted and it added a nice touch to the dish. The Vibe: I opted to sit in the outdoor courtyard, and the ambiance was wonderful. The sound of the running fountain nearby was very relaxing, and the overall noise level was low enough to easily have a conversation. I did note that the indoors appeared to be newly remodeled. Service & Facilities: Service was standard, and the men's restroom was adequate. The Price: My total bill came to $40 (including an NA beer and tip). Final Thought: Piatti offers a great atmosphere and good food, especially if you love a distinct red sauce. It’s worth checking out if you’re in the area!
Piatti has a great vibe with a stylish, welcoming atmosphere. The staff was friendly and helpful throughout the meal. The lasagna and octopus were both outstanding, and the wine selection was excellent. The bolognese was just okay for me—good, but I’ve definitely had better. Overall, it’s a spot I’d happily return to for the ambiance, service, and several standout dishes.
I can’t believe I didn’t take a picture of the Chicken Marsala! 😭 that was the show stopper here and the Carpaccio! The best thing about this meal was our waitress Ana. She was amazing, she recommended the perfect wine to go with our food, and checked up on us frequently. Thank you for the lovely experience, we will be back in August 😋
Son and I were looking for a nice Italian dinner. We drove down from Newport to Laguna. This place was perfect. Easy menu with lots of diversity. Food was great and service was excellent. The Pizza was delicious.
Came here for lunch on a Tuesday around 11:30am. We were the only ones in the whole place for a majority of the time! We sat outside on the patio which was really nice and shaded but also trapped the heat. We started with the whipped ricotta - so different and lovely. Lemony, pesto-y deliciousness! Our waiter also let us know to ask whenever we needed more bread which was refreshing to hear instead of feeling bad asking for more or getting charged. Would absolutely order this again. Next we had the Bianca pizza. This has preserved lemon as well and was quite refreshing and different than most pizzas. We shared between two of us and went home with leftovers (probably because we also had the bread w the whipped burrata). Would order again. We ended with the affogato which was the perfect dessert. Amazingly delicious, sweet but not too heavy. They offer a happy hour and wine Wednesdays as well. Will definitely be back.