Manhattan Of La Jolla

Tucked inside the Empress Hotel on Fay Avenue, this dining room has operated since 1986 with an emphasis on classic hospitality. The kitchen accents its traditional plates with liberal garlic, olive oil, and lemon, turning out signature scampi and cannelloni alongside seafood and Zagat-recognized veal chops. Paired with attentive service, the intimate, well-spaced room provides a comfortable setting suited to romantic dinners, business meals, or family gatherings.