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Campanelle Calabria - Alessa by Chef Pirozzi, Laguna Beach, CA

Alessa by Chef Pirozzi

4.4 (1756)
$30 and under
Italian
234 Forest Ave, Laguna Beach, CA 92651-2114

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Alessa by Chef Pirozzi

4.4
$30 and under
Italian
Laguna Beach

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 13 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Charming
Nestled in the heart of beautiful Laguna Beach, just minutes from the iconic beaches and art-filled streets, our restaurant offers an unforgettable coastal dining experience led by Chef Alessandro Pirozzi.

Recognized for exceptional cuisine and warm hospitality, we take pride in creating more than just a meal — we create an experience. Our inviting atmosphere blends refined dining with relaxed coastal charm. Inside, you’ll find an intimate, elegant setting perfect for date nights and celebrations. Outside, our cozy patio offers a charming space ideal for private events and special gatherings.

NOTE: THIS IS NOT AFFILIATED WITH CUCINA ALESSA IN HUNTINGTON BEACH.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Pizzeria
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Alessandro Pirozzi
  • Catering
    We have many years of experience catering a wide variety of events (weddings, birthdays, holidays, celebrations of life, corporate gatherings, etc.) Let us know how we can make your day special by emailing us at info@aplittleitaly.com.
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    Laguna Beach
  • Cross street
    Forest Ave.
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access

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Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at Alessa by Chef Pirozzi.

4.4

4.4
(1756)
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.2Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 4.1Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Alessa by Chef Pirozzi offers a delightful experience with "delicious food," "friendly vibe," and "exceptional service." Guests rave about dishes like "elk steak," "seafood pasta," and "meatballs." The restaurant's vibrant atmosphere, attentive staff, and "expansive menu" make it a "must-visit" in Laguna Beach.
1,756 Reviews
  1. Pam Gold

    Orange County17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our meals were wonderful. I look forward to going back!

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  2. Danny

    Orange County3 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on October 26, 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    All four of our dishes were really salty !  I think there was just one waiter covering the whole place  Nobody took a drink order in the start We got our glass of wine halfway through

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  3. Mike Gold

    Los Angeles30 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on October 24, 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The elk steak is incredible. Also, the lemon chicken. And he makes picture perfect roasted potatoes!

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  4. Glenn Gold

    Orange County19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 24, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our first time there and looking forward to our next time soon! Great experience from the young lady that greeted us and showed us to the table and our server Chewy. Great food with a friendly vibe.

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  5. Sigurgeir Orri Gold

    Orange County2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 17, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great place. I love the food and the staff. I especially like the Chioppino and the meat and cheese boards.

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  6. Nancy Gold

    Phoenix126 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 9, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Alessa is our favorite place in town! We love sitting outside, enjoying the great vibe of Third Street, and having an amazing meal. Miguel is a fantastic server who always takes such incredible care of us. You can tell he takes great pride in what he does and genuinely cares about providing exceptional service. He makes every visit special! The food is consistently delicious. The meatballs are the best ever, with the perfect sauce and just a hint of burrata on top. The chicken Marsala is fabulous, and the seafood pasta is fresh and delicious. Between the outstanding food, wonderful service, and lively outdoor atmosphere, Alessa is a place we keep coming back to. If you’re in Laguna Beach, this is a must-visit. We absolutely love it!

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  7. Antoinette

    Orange County8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 8, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Short rib pasta so good, great ambience and great service !

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  8. Tanja

    Orange County9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on September 20, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food is always good. Our favorite Italian restaurant in OC

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  9. Jim and Jann

    Los Angeles2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on September 5, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Some of the best chicken parmigiana I’ve ever had. We will have to go back - there were so many things on the menu that looked SO DELICIOUS! Service was spot on. Totally enjoyable experience.

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  10. kathy Gold

    Orange County46 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on September 5, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food is great as it always is The people watching is super fun here Loved the tables in the patio but would not eat out there only because it’s either too hot no shade or too cold I sat just inside on that patio

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Pizzeria
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Alessandro Pirozzi
  • Catering
    We have many years of experience catering a wide variety of events (weddings, birthdays, holidays, celebrations of life, corporate gatherings, etc.) Let us know how we can make your day special by emailing us at info@aplittleitaly.com.
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    Laguna Beach
  • Cross street
    Forest Ave.
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access

FAQs

At Alessa by Chef Pirozzi guests often report very large, easily shareable portions, several reviewers specifically note dishes are generous enough to share.

Yes, Alessa by Chef Pirozzi describes an intimate, elegant setting “perfect for date nights and celebrations, ” and many guests return for anniversaries and special evenings.

Yes, Alessa has a cozy, street-side patio for alfresco dining; guests mention enjoying patio tables (sometimes with live music) and that a large portion of seating is outdoors.

Alessa pairs an intimate, elegant indoor dining room with a cozy, European-feeling patio (guests note occasional live music); the dining room can feel bustling on busy evenings.

Smart casual, think polished but relaxed; the restaurant’s intimate, elegant dining room is a popular spot for date nights and celebrations, so many guests dress up a touch.

At Alessa by Chef Pirozzi, pick a regular weeknight rather than special-occasion evenings, guests note Saturday nights and holidays like Valentine’s Day get very packed, so ordinary evenings tend to be easier.

Alessa offers an intimate indoor dining room, a cozy outdoor patio, and a bar with stools, the patio is frequently praised by guests.

Yes, families dine here and reviewers mention children dining and kid-oriented options (for example, a kids’ margherita pizza), so you can expect it to be welcoming for kids.

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Alessa by Chef Pirozzi

4.4
$30 and under
Italian
Laguna Beach

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 13 times today
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