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Salerno by Chef Pirozzi, Laguna Beach, CA

Salerno by Chef Pirozzi

4.6
4.6
953 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 4 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for business meals
  • Charming
Salerno by Chef Pirozzi serves authentic italian cuisine, owned and operated by Certified Italian Chef Alessandro Pirozzi. It's menu consists of freshly homemade pastas such as Fettucini Alfredo, Black Ink Spaghetti & Clams, and Mamma's Meatballs, as well as authentic piattis Veal Parmigiana and Chilean Seabass.

Salerno by Chef Pirozzi serves a variety of non-alcoholic and alcoholic beverages to complement each meal. This includes a wide selection of beers, wines, and now proudly offering a full bar! It is open during the dinner hour daily except Monday.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Thu 5:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri–Sun 5:00 pm–8:30 pm Closed Mon–Wed 5:00 am–12:00 am
  • Phone number
    (949) 497-2600
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Alessandro Pirozzi
  • Area
    Laguna Beach
  • Cross Street
    Forest Ave
  • Parking details
    Public Parking (Lot 2), available directly behind the building. Also plenty of street parking available within a 1-2 minute walk.
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options

What 953 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.6Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Salerno by Chef Pirozzi offers a charming, cozy atmosphere with "fantastic pasta dishes" and "outstanding service." Known for its "friendly and attentive" staff, this Italian Trattoria is a local favorite, slightly off the main path but worth the visit. The "lobster ravioli" and "fettuccine Alfredo" are must-tries.

953 Reviews
  1. DAVID

    New Mexico

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We love the Mama Mia meatballs and the music. But prices are getting a bit much.

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  2. erik

    Orange County

    8 reviews

    3.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    Overall the experience wasn’t great as the interior is tacky with dated menu style. Restaurant was loud and seating was tight. Prices are lower but was expecting more of an “authentic” Italian vibe and quality of food.

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  3. Art

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    29 reviews

    5.0

    29 reviews

    Dined on 1 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We chose Salrrno for our anniversary dinner. We are locals and have been here several times before but not recently. Everything is as wonderful as it’s been in the past. The ambience is super charming as is the wait staff! It’s a very cozy Italian Trattoria, a little off the beaten path of the main drag of restaurants but not far at all and well worth the visit. The sister restaurant is on Forest and always jampacked with visitors but this cute little location is known mainly by the locals! Live like a local and drop on by, you won’t be disappointed!

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  4. Bill

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    21 reviews

    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on 1 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very cozy, delicious food. We will be back Whenever, missing Italy

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  5. Jane

    VIP

    San Diego

    33 reviews

    5.0

    33 reviews

    Dined on 31 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our waiter was wonderful and made us feel right at home. The meatball appetizer was to die for, and the pasta dishes we had were fantastic. One of our favorites when we visit Orange County. See you next time!

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  6. Diane

    VIP

    Orange County

    28 reviews

    5.0

    28 reviews

    Dined on 26 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really enjoyed our first dinner at Salerno! The food was great as was the wine! Waiter was very attentive and had great recommendations! The staff is friendly and attentive. Love the atmosphere of this cozy restaurant!

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  7. Tracy

    Los Angeles

    48 reviews

    4.0

    48 reviews

    Dined on 17 January 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Nice small restaurant with good food and ambience. Good for a date night.

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  8. Lori

    Hawaii

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 28 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food. Outstanding service. Our whole party loved it.

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  9. adam

    Orange County

    84 reviews

    4.0

    84 reviews

    Dined on 28 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Cute place, good food. Drinks WAY overpriced. Be careful as it's >$20/drink

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  10. Karen

    VIP

    Washington DC

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on 17 November 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    Service was very slow. Chef Pirozzi has gone with pictures on the menu (Dennys?). Not like it used to be. We overheard a group of diners leaving who said they would not be back.

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FAQs

Salerno by Chef Pirozzi offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (949) 497-2600.

Salerno by Chef Pirozzi is rated 4.6 stars by 953 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 4 times today

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Google Map for Salerno by Chef Pirozzi

220 Beach Street, Laguna Beach, CA 92651

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Forest Ave
  • Area
    Laguna Beach
  • Hours of Operation
    Thu 5:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri–Sun 5:00 pm–8:30 pm Closed Mon–Wed 5:00 am–12:00 am
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Parking (Lot 2), available directly behind the building. Also plenty of street parking available within a 1-2 minute walk.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Alessandro Pirozzi
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options
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