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The Amalfi Llama - San Diego, San Diego, CA

The Amalfi Llama - San Diego

4.4
4.4
337 Reviews
$30 and under
Steakhouse

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2 people
19:00
Booked 51 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Lively
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
The Amalfi Llama reimagines the culinary landscape by seamlessly merging the allure of a rustic live-fire steakhouse with the flavors of Italian cuisine, a culinary haven where genuine cooking, down-to-earth cuisine and stylish flair intertwine. Guests embark on a journey from Southern Patagonia to the Mediterranean coast of Italy as they indulge in a multisensory experience that transcends boundaries – from the soothing cream decor to the intimate ambiance of crackling embers accompanied by the melodies of vintage Italian vinyls. Embracing the essence of a modern farmhouse, The Amalfi Llama revolves around an open parrilla grill and wood-burning oven, harnessing fire, smoke, coals and embers to craft dishes. The restaurant’s ethos also meets design with Latin American and Mediterranean influences, resulting in an inviting environment adorned with light woods, natural light and subtly elegant finishes, defying traditional steakhouse and Italian restaurant conventions.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Italian, South American
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Daily 11:30–15:00 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 15:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 15:00–23:00 Happy Hour Mon–Thu 15:00–18:00 Daily 21:00–23:00
  • Phone number
    (858) 224-9606
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Jaime Chavez
  • Area
    University City/Golden Triangle
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • New Year's Eve Celebration

    US$140.08 per person

    Prepaid

    31 Dec 2024 only
    Spend the last evening of 2024 with us & make it one to remember. Join us for a special celebration featuring a four-course prix fixe menu crafted exclusively for the occasion, live music & a champagne toast. It's the perfect atmosphere to celebrate new beginnings & make lasting memories. Secure your seat with us today.
    New Year's Eve Celebration photo
  • Chef's Table

    US$1,000.00 per party

    Multiple dates available
    Elevate your next event with an unforgettable experience at The Amalfi Llama's exclusive Chef's Table. Our private event room offers an intimate setting where you and your guests can indulge in a curated menu crafted by our renowned chefs. Perfect for celebrations, corporate gatherings, or special occasions, this unique dining experience combines exceptional cuisine with personalized service, all set against the backdrop of our elegant and vibrant atmosphere. Host your next event with us and make it truly memorable. *Food & Beverage minimum is $1000 for the room before service fees and tax. Your event manager will reach out to you after booking to confirm menu details.
    Chef's Table photo

What 337 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Amalfi Llama in San Diego offers a "wonderful dining experience" with standout service and a delightful atmosphere. Known for its "amazing" food, guests rave about the "great" pizza, lobster mac & cheese, and wood-fired steaks. However, the lively vibe can be quite loud, so consider outdoor seating for quieter dining.

337 Reviews
  1. Angela

    San Diego

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Starting off, George was amazing, and provided fantastic service. Ambience was cozy, sleek, and spacious, not over crowed tables, feels intimate. Food is incredible. We had the tuna tartar, so fresh and clean with buttery avocado, positano pizza was thin, crisp, and the perfect subtle ratio of sweet and salty. Cacio e pepe was al dente and creamy. Beet salad was fresh and bright, with juicy beets, Crunchy smoked almonds and slightly peppery arugala, the calamari was tender and a perfect amount of breading, not to heavy, very light. Short rib empanadas were perfect little meaty bites with a flaky crust and herbacious chimmichuri. All in all, would definitely come back to try one of the fire grilled meats and the charcuterie board...would also like to try the lobster tail. Oh, and the tiramisu was out of this world!!!

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  2. Victor

    Los Angeles

    3 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    El restaurante esta muy bonito y elegante. El servicio mas que pésimo… tuvimos que hablarles para que vinieran a tomar la orden y despues nos trajeron toda la comida (entradas frias, entradas calientes y pizzas) al mismo tiempo. Hicieron pocas apariciones de servicio en mesa. Se tardaron en la cuenta, se tardaron en cobrarme. No volveria

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  3. Jorge

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I want to thanks all the staff they was really nice and helpful with us and for helping me to celebrate my anniversary thanks again.

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  4. Anthony

    Nashville

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a great dining experience at The Amalfi Llama tonight. The crab cake appetizer was amazing and contained huge pieces of crab. The filet was delicious and so flavorful. The tiramisu was delicious and so light. Our server Valentyn was also excellent. He was so attentive and extremely thoughtful. He anticipated our every need through the evening. We will definitely be coming back in the near future for the food and for the service! Thank you for a very memorable evening! See you again soon!

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  5. Disappointing

    San Diego

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Special birthday was generously celebrated by greeting us with a crab cake though the various service team (managers, server) seemed awkward about what the occasion was (no 'happy birthday) and it was much a formula as a real 'heartfelt' performance. But it was nice for sure. The food was average at best: dinner caesar, too many details to go into, was a mess and didn't work out as an entree. Server got the specifics incorrect twice and the kitchen yikes. Side veggies were barely cooked. Steak was harshly seasoned. You get the idea. Dessert on the house was very nice gesture, though the cheesecake itself was rough. Disconnect between what the restaurant looks like and presumably strives to be and the disconnect between the lack of service coordination and food quality. Bar should be much higher.

    1 person found this helpful

  6. William

    San Diego

    3 reviews

    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    The restaurant was very, very busy - thus they are doing something right. I prefer a smaller, more intimate, quiet restaurant, thus probably will not return. Candidly I was disappointed they did not serve wine by the glass!

    1 person found this helpful

  7. Antonio

    San Francisco

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 16 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Ok place with a lot of background noise. The service is great, the options are great but, the prices are a little overrated for the meats. Br

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 16 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server Paris was great . She was friendly and helpful

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  9. Sophie

    San Diego

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 16 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and ambience. Our servers were very friendly and nice but seemed new or unexperienced, not much knowledge about their menu and also lacked some basic serving skills. We had a great experience but would have been nice if servers were better trained on serving etiquette.

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  10. Tamara

    San Diego

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on 13 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    we shared crab cake, calamari, arugula prosciutto pizza and a salad. all was delicious. the bar tender outstanding. the ambiance is beautiful and we will be back!

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The Amalfi Llama - San Diego is rated 4.4 stars by 337 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 51 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The Amalfi Llama - San Diego

4575 La Jolla Village Dr, San Diego, CA 92122

Additional information

  • Area
    University City/Golden Triangle
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Daily 11:30–15:00 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 15:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 15:00–23:00 Happy Hour Mon–Thu 15:00–18:00 Daily 21:00–23:00
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Italian, South American
  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Jaime Chavez
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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