Italian like you love...
Italian like our nonna would make.
PIZZA, PASTA, ANTIPASTI & MORE.
Isola is Italia.
IN HONOR OF NONNA
Named in honor of Chef and Owner Massimo Tenino’s beloved grandmother, Isola is a heartfelt tribute to family, tradition, and the joy of sharing a meal. Inspired by the recipes and warmth of his nonna’s kitchen, Massimo brings Italy to your table—one handmade dish at a time. Our passion for authentic pizza runs deep, with expert pizzaiolos, wood-burning ovens imported from Napoli, and ingredients sourced straight from Italy. But beyond the pizza, you’ll discover the flavors and memories that shaped a lifetime of love for Italian cooking.
Don’t Miss
WEEKNIGHT HAPPY HOUR
Pizza, small bites, drinks and more all at special prices every night of the week.
TAKEOUT TUESDAY
For $25 you can get your favorite Isola Pizza, as well as the Pizza of the Day. Takeout only.
WINE WEDNESDAY
50% OFF select bottles of wine.
PRIVACY, PER FAVORE
Private Events & Catering
Let Isola host your next event! We specialize in corporate events, business meetings, birthdays, anniversaries, baby/bridal showers, and more! Inquire here for more details, and we will help your party go off without a hitch! Interested in taking your private events to the next level?! Learn more about our partial and full restaurant buyouts as well as our Little Italy private patio rentals.
ISOLA CATERING & MOBILE PIZZA OVEN:
Did someone say mobile pizza oven? Let Isola’s award-winning Italian come to you. We offer traditional Italian catering options as well as mobile pizza catering in San Diego.
Pietro Rinaldi Wines
A FAMILY AFFAIR
It’s all in the family when you dine and drink at Isola. Chef Massimo’s brother is the winemaker behind Pietro Rinaldi wines in Italy, bringing a deep family connection to every glass served at Isola Little Italy and La Jolla. Many of the Pietro Rinaldi wines on our list are crafted by his brother exclusively for the restaurant, creating an authentic taste of Italy that pairs perfectly with our dishes. It’s a true, one-of-a-kind Italian experience—right here in San Diego.
