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1. Javier's - La Jolla

4.6

Exceptional(3884)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mexican • La Jolla

Booked 169 times today

JAVIER'S presents a rich heritage of elevated Mexican cuisine in a friendly, captivating ambiance. Enjoy hand-shaken margaritas, rare tequilas, craft cocktails and a vast selection of beer and fine wines. Dine with us in the main dining room, al fresco patios, one of our semi private dining rooms, or at the exquisite bar surrounded by one of the West Coast's largest selection of the world's finest tequilas. We at JAVIER'S consider all our wonderful customers a part of our family and thank them for their support and sharing in the success and joy that is JAVIER'S. Come experience the freshness of our original Mexican cuisine in a warm, friendly environment at one of our five locations.Please be advised we don't allow strollers. If you bring your stroller we have a designated area to store your stroller while you dine.

2. Raised by Wolves

4.8

Exceptional(3034)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • La Jolla

Booked 92 times today

Hours of operation:Retail Shop: 11:30 am - 11:00 pm 7 days a week.Bar:Monday Thru Thursday: 4:00 pm - 11:00 pm Friday - Saturday: 3:00 pm - 01:00 am Sunday: 3:00 pm - 11:00 pm

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3. The Amalfi Llama - San Diego

4.5

Awesome(534)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • University City/Golden Triangle

Booked 32 times today

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.

4. Lucrezia

4.6

Exceptional(713)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • La Jolla

Booked 50 times today

A contemporary twist on Italian cuisine, Lucrezia is a culinary delight. Located in the heart of La Jolla in San Diego, we offer unique culinary experiences that transport our guests to a sunny terrace overlooking the Amalfi Coast. Join us for the next voyage.The ingredients and combinations found in our kitchen evoke the very mystique of Italian summers. We are curators of fine ingredients – the way they translate beautifully into our dishes is what makes us unique. Our dishes were carefully crafted to transport our guests to the most beautiful regions of the land. Travel the Italian countryside through our menu, and select your dish for the evening.La Nostra Famiglia: Passionate about food and good service, Grupo Hunan was born in 1993 in Mexico City to create unique experiences that become part of the best moments of your life. As an expert in over five different gastronomies, Grupo Hunan is set to satisfy all senses.Looking forward to welcoming you soon ! :)

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5. The Grill at The Lodge at Torrey Pines

4.6

Exceptional(2479)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • La Jolla

Booked 45 times today

The Grill at The Lodge at Torrey Pines is a restaurant that offers an exclusive view of the iconic Torrey Pines Golf Course. Guests can enjoy wood-fired dishes, craft beer choices, and an expanded patio. The restaurant is known for its decadent Drugstore Hamburger, but it also offers a variety of other dishes, including salads, seafood, and steaks. The Grill is committed to using local ingredients and sound craftsmanship. The restaurant's ambiance is welcoming and thoughtful, and the team is dedicated to providing a memorable experience for guests.

6. The Marine Room

4.7

Exceptional(8505)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Seafood • La Jolla

Booked 72 times today

For generations of San Diegans, the “Seahorse” symbol of The Marine Room has long stood for its dramatic on-the-surf location and California coastal cuisine. Considering this rare blend of culinary excellence, uncompromising service and beachfront setting, it’s no wonder The Marine Room has become a true San Diego landmark. We invite you to San Diego's iconic dining destination and experience how each tide brings something new to The Marine Room. You’re not reserving a table – you’re joining a 80-year tradition.

7. Marisi

4.6

Exceptional(1286)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • La Jolla

Booked 107 times today

Discovering Italy by way of La Jolla, Marisi focuses on Italian hearth cooking with an emphasis on handmade pastas, fine wine and classic cocktails. The menu celebrates the rich diversity of cuisine from across Italy, fashioned in a time-honored tradition of handmade all day, every day. A dream that lives between the Italian and La Jolla coasts, suspended between tides instead of time — a mood more than a plot. A visit that feels a lot like coming home, if home was a warm, charming villa off the Amalfi coast. Marisi is a taste of something you want to remember. We hope you love it.

8. Duke's La Jolla

4.6

Exceptional(6863)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Hawaii Regional Cuisine • La Jolla

Booked 207 times today

We are open for indoor and outdoor dining, takeout, and delivery! Visit dukeslajolla.com to view our menus or place an online takeout order.You don’t need to cross the Pacific to get a taste of Hawaii. Duke’s La Jolla is San Diego’s island-inspired home, honoring the Ambassador of Aloha, Duke Kahanamoku, with coastal cuisine of Hawaii, craft cocktails and a genuine spirit of aloha. It’s the same authentic hospitality and panoramic ocean view that you’ll find at all of the California and Hawaii Duke’s restaurants, paying tribute to the Duke and welcoming you to celebrate life like the legend himself.

9. Piatti - La Jolla

4.8

Exceptional(5207)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • La Jolla

Booked 67 times today

Established in 1987, Piatti offers finely crafted fresh Italian cuisine. The soul of the menu is our housemade pasta that we roll, cut and cook by hand everyday. Offering a fresh take on the neighborhood Italian trattoria, Piatti combines a warm, inviting atmosphere, seamless service and an immersive market experience so you can enjoy Piatti at home. Whether dining in or taking home, Piatti brings friends and family together.

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10. Eddie V's - La Jolla

4.9

Exceptional(5902)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Seafood • La Jolla

Booked 124 times today

Eddie V's Prime Seafood is a luxury dining destination known for the seafood flown in from pristine waters around the world, as well as its premium hand-carved steaks. Dishes are artistically prepared and feature an ever-changing array of seasonal seafood, along with critically acclaimed prime center-cut steaks broiled to perfection. The restaurant's award-wining wine list, which has been recognized by Wine Spectator, has more than 300 wines curated by Eddie V's very own Advanced Sommelier. In the V Lounge, guests can sip classic creative cocktails and enjoy signature appetizers.

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ZaredVIP
Chicago / Illinois •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Chill spot to get a cocktail. They make really good and unique drinks.
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Raised by WolvesPrice: Moderate• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service• La Jolla
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4.8
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ColleenVIP
San Diego •78 reviews
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
Super nice looking restaurant. Amazing service - really top drawer folks. Food and beverages were really good. Not a huge menu, so if you’re a picky eater or pescatarian/vegetarian, look at the menu to plan. While I’d normally do a fish, it was too expensive so opted for a lovely pasta dish (still very expensive for pasta in my opinion). All in all, very nice experience.
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LucreziaPrice: Expensive• Italian• La Jolla
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4.6
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Teri
Orange County •8 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We sat under the huge beautiful tree out back and had a lovely dinner. From the hostess to our waiter and servers, the service was perfect.
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Piatti - La JollaPrice: Moderate• Italian• La Jolla
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4.8
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JohnVIP
San Diego •8 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Wonderful experience at Amalfi Llama! We celebrated our friend's birthday and everything was fantastic. This was our first time there. The ambiance was nice, the service was A+, and the food was Delicious! We ordered the crab cakes, burrata, and prosciutto pizza to start. And for dinner we had the lamb chops, T-bone steak, branzino, filet and chicken. All were amazing food!! Our server was Brian. And he was absolutely Amazing!! Top notch service! Can't wait to go back again.
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The Amalfi Llama - San DiegoPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• University City/Golden Triangle
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4.5
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Zoe
1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
My friends and I had a really good experience and excellent treatment, definitely would recommend.
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Javier's - La JollaPrice: Moderate• Mexican• La Jolla
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4.6

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