The Amalfi Llama - San Diego

4.5

364 Reviews

$30 and under

Steakhouse

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2 people

Dec 21, 2024

10:00 PM

Booked 51 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Lively
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 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–11:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Thu 3:00 pm–6:00 pm Daily 9:00 pm–11:00 pm
Phone number
(858) 224-9606
Website
http://amalfillama.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Jaime Chavez

Location
4575 La Jolla Village Dr, San Diego, CA 92122
Neighborhood
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
$140.08 per person
Prepaid
Dec 31, 2024 only
The last evening of 2024 calls for a true celebration! Our special, four-course menu includes a champagne toast. Starter: Short Rib Empanada & Cedar Roasted Burrata 1st Course: (choose one) Hamachi Crudo | serrano, yuzu ponzu Oysters on the Half Shell | mignonette, horseradish, yuzu cocktail sauce Caesar Salad | romaine, parmigiano reggiano, crouton House Chopped Salad | arugula, romaine, tomato, red onion, avocado, herb vinaigrette 2nd Course: (choose one) Lobster Arrabbiata | spaghetti, spicy tomato 16oz Ribeye | oregano parmesan fries, veal demi 12oz. Bone-in Filet | mashed potato & grilled asparagus 3rd Course: (choose one) Chocolate Sin Cake | vanilla gelato Fire-Roasted Cheesecake | berry compote Tiramisu | carajillo cream
Chef's Table
$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.

Popular dishes

ROASTED BEET$21.00
Citrus, Goat Cheese, Smoked Almond
ARUGULA ARTICHOKE$24.00
Granny Smith, Mushroom, Pistachio, Parmigiano Reggiano
CAESAR$21.00
Romaine, Parmigiano Reggiano, Crouton
HOUSE CHOPPED$21.00
Arugula, Little Gem, Tomato, Red Onion, Avocado, Herb Vinaigrette
Add Protein
- Grilled Chicken$8.00
- Scottish Salmon$12.00
- Center Cut Filet$16.00

Sides

SEASONED FRENCH FRIES$13.00
Calabrian Oregano, Grana Padano, Salt

Starter

Chopped Salad
Arugula, Little Gem, Tomato, Red Onion, Avocado, Herb Vinaigrette
Short Rib Empanadas
Chimichurri
Calamari
Fresno, Tartar, Spicy Aioli
Tuna Tartar
Avocado, Ponzu

Entrée

Spaghetti
Tomato, Parmigiano Reggiano
Caesar Salad
Romaine, Parmigiano Reggiano, Crouton, Choice of Chicken, Salmon or Steak
Arugula Artichoke Salad
Granny Smith, Mushroom, Pistachio, Parmigiano Reggiano, Choice of Chicken, Salmon or Steak
Positano Pizza
Soppressata, Finocchiona, Hot Honey
Chicken Pesto Sandwich
Sun Dried Tomatoes, Gruyere, Pesto Aioli

What 364 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.4Service
4.6Ambience
4Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The Amalfi Llama in San Diego offers a vibrant dining experience with "outstanding food" and a "beautiful ambience." Enjoy a diverse menu featuring commendable dishes like truffle pizza and lobster mac & cheese. Service is generally attentive, though noise levels can be high. Ideal for lively gatherings and special occasions.

364 Reviews

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Mitch
VIP
Salt Lake City
33 reviews
3.0
33 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Decided to try a new place. Oh well.... limited menu and not that interesting. Selected oysters, beat salad, NY steak and fries. Oysters were small and briny. Beat salad uninspired. Steak - cooked fine but a little tough. Fries - just ok. Ambiance is not special. Interior is very loud and exterior is louder that it should be. A tad on the expensive side too.
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kim
San Diego
8 reviews
3.0
8 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
Beautiful ambience inside, very pretty. However the noise level is way too high to even speak to people at your table you have to shout. I guess we had an inexperienced waitress. She did not know items on the menu, especially the drinks. There was an alcohol listed for a cocktail that said Pisco, which I did not know if it was gin,vodka,bourbon, brandy. I asked her which type it is, she kept saying Pisco, I said what kind of alcohol and she said Pisco. well I gave up after that and had to google to find out its a brandy, so I just went with an Apersol Spritzer. The waters were never refilled the whole time we were there (2hours). We had to ask for them to be refilled. I ordered the steak which I wanted medium well. It was cooked medium so I sent it back, it came back the same way the 2nd time and the 3rd time it was burnt to a crisp and everyone else was done eating by then, so I gave up. The waitress said "this is our medium well" I said that is not medium well, she kept saying this is "our medium well". The manager did come over and comp the steak but I will not be back.
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Sara
VIP
San Diego
24 reviews
5.0
24 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great place in UTC mall. Great food (we tried Branzini, Artichoke pizza and broccolini and everything was delicious). Service was great too,
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Tiffany
San Francisco
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful food from the starters to dessert every item we ordered was delicious. The service is warm, friendly and attentive. The cocktails are an added bonus. One of my favorite restaurants in UTC.
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David Justin
San Diego
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Incredible wood fire cooked steaks!!! The center cut filet was cooked and crusted to perfection! Prime ribeye was flavorful and cut great. Pizza was crispy, sauced perfect, and cheese forward, best Roma style I’ve had outside Italia!!! Major recommendation for Amalfi Llama, a unique blending of Patagonian & traditional Italian cuisine!!!
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Araceli
VIP
Guadalajara
42 reviews
5.0
42 reviews
Dined on December 12, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was delicious as always , great service, so comfortable place to eat, great atmosphere
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MBA Nicolas
San Diego
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on December 12, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Cómodo lugar comida en su punto servicio mejorable
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Timothy
VIP
San Diego
28 reviews
3.0
28 reviews
Dined on December 8, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Just a mixed bag. Drinks were great. Appetizers were excellent. Side dishes were amazing. But the the steaks were undercooked, refired, and still wrong. Waitress excellent and comped desert but the thing that really cost was wrong. Just can’t come above a C.
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Maddy
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 8, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I recently dined at The Amalfi Llama, and it was an incredible experience! The service was top-notch; the staff was friendly, attentive, and made sure we had everything we needed. The food was absolutely amazing, bursting with flavor and beautifully presented. The drinks were equally impressive, perfectly complementing the meal. The restaurant itself had a wonderful ambiance, and the outdoor seating with heaters was a perfect touch, keeping us warm and cozy even in the winter chill. Highly recommend this place for anyone looking for a great dining experience!
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maria
London
14 reviews
1.0
14 reviews
Dined on December 8, 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 1
I had booked the chef's table at a cost of 1,000 USD minimum and when we arrived at the restaurant, the chefs table had been double booked by the events manager. We were very disappointed as this was my clients dinner and I had called the restaurant the previous day to confirm and add in another 4 people. I was told that the event managers booking was being maintained and we were moved to the outdoor patio with overhead heaters. Luciana looked after us and really did her very best.
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The Amalfi Llama - San Diego is rated 4.5 stars by 364 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 21, 2024

10:00 PM

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

Neighborhood
University City/Golden Triangle
Hours of operation
Lunch Daily 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 3:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–11:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Thu 3:00 pm–6:00 pm Daily 9:00 pm–11:00 pm
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

Website
http://amalfillama.com/
Phone number
(858) 224-9606

The Amalfi Llama - San Diego

Make a reservation

Additional information

New Year's Eve Celebration

Chef's Table

Margherita

Spaghetti

Truffle Tagliatelle

Sandwiches

PRIME FRENCH DIP$28.00

CHICKEN PESTO SANDWICH$25.00

MAINE LOBSTER ROLL$32.00

Salads

ROASTED BEET$21.00

ARUGULA ARTICHOKE$24.00

CAESAR$21.00

HOUSE CHOPPED$21.00

Add Protein

Sides

SEASONED FRENCH FRIES$13.00

Starter

Chopped Salad

Short Rib Empanadas

Calamari

Tuna Tartar

Entrée

Spaghetti

Caesar Salad

Arugula Artichoke Salad

Positano Pizza

Chicken Pesto Sandwich

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