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4.4
Awesome(1777)
€€€€
• Californian • Poway / Rancho Bernardo
Booked 5 times today
Celebrated my wife’s 52nd birthday at Avant and it was a perfect evening. Paul, our server, was attentive and knew the menu thoroughly, and Ann at the host stand was very accommodating. The Maine Diver Scallops, NY Strip, and Prime Angus Tomahawk were all cooked to perfection, and my wife, a retired chef, agreed. The signature cocktails were excellent, and the Wake Me Up Doughnut was the perfect finish. Highly recommend!
A photo of The Amalfi Llama Wood-Fire Italian Steakhouse - San Diego restaurant
4.5
Awesome(936)
€€€€
• Steakhouse • University City/Golden Triangle
Booked 56 times today
The waitress was very responsive. The food was good, but the best Part is when you sit in the bar for Erin Ross 🎶 who sings. She is amazing and makes the whole experience. The next level. One of the only reasons we go. There is when she sings and we sit in the bar. 
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4.8
Exceptional(1984)
€€€€
• American • Rancho Santa Fe
Booked 50 times today
Great food great service great live music fun spot
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4.9
Exceptional(3431)
€€€€
• Steakhouse • Del Mar
Booked 126 times today
An Absolutely Incredible Dining Experience at Steak 48! We dined at Steak 48 last night to celebrate my partner’s birthday, and WOW — we were blown away! From start to finish, this was a 10/10 experience, and every bite exceeded our expectations. We started with the Chicken Fried Lobster Tail and Torched Scallops topped with caviar, and both were phenomenal! For our main course, we shared the 22oz bone-in ribeye cooked to a perfect medium. It was juicy, tender, flavorful, and cooked to perfection! The sides were just as incredible: Shells N Cheese, Blistered Shishito Peppers, and Boursin Whipped Mash. We honestly couldn’t pick a favorite! A detail we loved was the heated plates that kept our food warm throughout the meal. It’s the little touches that make a difference! A huge shoutout to our server, Ean, who made the evening extra special! He was attentive, energetic, knowledgeable, and genuinely passionate about the menu. As a foodie, I LOVE when a server makes thoughtful recommendations and shares their enthusiasm for the food. Ean delivered on every level! His assistant, Raul, was equally awesome and helped make the service exceptional. We felt so well taken care of by the entire team! To top it all off, we were gifted a complimentary Vanilla Caramel Cake for dessert! 🍰 It was decadent and delicious, reminiscent of butter cake but just a tad sweeter. Served warm with vanilla ice cream, it was absolutely heavenly! The warm cake and cold, creamy ice cream were the perfect combination and such a thoughtful birthday surprise. Steak 48 exceeded every expectation. Amazing food, impeccable service, and an elevated atmosphere made this the perfect place to celebrate a special occasion. 10/10 across the board! If you’re looking for an unforgettable steakhouse experience, Steak 48 is a must. We’re already looking forward to our next visit! 🥩🥂✨
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4.7
Exceptional(8126)
€€€€
• Steakhouse • Little Italy
Booked 98 times today
Not the first time at the Born & Raised. As previously, service and food were outstanding. For 4, we got two appetizers, dry aged ribeye, mashed potatoes, and broccolini. All were delicious. First time I ordered a bottle of wine, sommelier recommendation based on our preference was right on target!
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4.8
Exceptional(559)
€€€€
• French • San Diego
Booked 34 times today
I’ve been dying to experience Florette, and somehow it managed to exceed even my highest expectations! Callie has long been one of my favorite restaurants in San Diego, but Florette may have just taken the top spot. Chef Travis is a true artist. His ability to capture the essence of a season through food is extraordinary. The autumn-inspired menu, atmosphere, and overall experience were absolutely incredible. Every detail felt thoughtful, creative, and beautifully executed. What made the evening even more special was Chef Travis himself. He took the time to come over and chat with my date and me, and it was such a pleasure to discover that beyond his incredible talent, he’s also a genuinely wonderful guy. The food, the ambiance, the energy, the entire vibe… simply spectacular. Florette isn’t just a great restaurant; it’s an experience. Easily one of the best dining experiences I’ve had in San Diego, and I cannot wait to return. Five stars hardly seem like enough!
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4.8
Exceptional(3439)
€€€€
• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • La Jolla
Booked 120 times today
The drinks and atmosphere were just fantastic! I would highly recommend this location!
A photo of Eddie V's - La Jolla restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(6509)
€€€€
• Seafood • La Jolla
Booked 74 times today
Always great food and service. Love sitting outside on a nice evening. My favorite place in La Jolla. Thank you!
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4.8
Exceptional(9651)
€€€€
• Contemporary French / American • Downtown
Booked 39 times today
We celebrated my girlfriend’s birthday at Mister A’s, and the entire experience was absolutely amazing! The food was delicious, the atmosphere was beautiful, and the service was outstanding. A special thank you to our server, Gabriel, who went above and beyond to make our evening memorable. His attentiveness and professionalism made the experience even better. We couldn't have asked for a better place to celebrate such a special occasion. Highly recommend Mister A’s! We will definitely be back!
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4.8
Exceptional(8954)
€€€€
• Farm-to-table • Little Italy
Booked 47 times today
I absolutely loved this restaurant. The staff were so nice and the food was memorable in the best way. My favorite was the butter chicken kabob. My guest and I were impressed at how perfectly spiced the gravy was (often restaurants make it too sweet) and how the naan was not too big. For dessert, we got the apple pie yodel. So delicious! I was celebrating my birthday and they gave me a birthday cake as well. I will definitely be returning to try more of the dishes!

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  • SarahGold
    San Diego •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    The waitress was very responsive. The food was good, but the best Part is when you sit in the bar for Erin Ross 🎶 who sings. She is amazing and makes the whole experience. The next level. One of the only reasons we go. There is when she sings and we sit in the bar. 
    More info
    The Amalfi Llama Wood-Fire Italian Steakhouse - San Diego$$$$• Steakhouse• University City/Golden Triangle
    •
    4.5
  • BrendaGold
    Los Angeles •82 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Great food great service great live music fun spot
    More info
    The Pony Room$$$$• American• Rancho Santa Fe
    •
    4.8
  • danGold
    San Diego •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    I’ve been dying to experience Florette, and somehow it managed to exceed even my highest expectations! Callie has long been one of my favorite restaurants in San Diego, but Florette may have just taken the top spot. Chef Travis is a true artist. His ability to capture the essence of a season through food is extraordinary. The autumn-inspired menu, atmosphere, and overall experience were absolutely incredible. Every detail felt thoughtful, creative, and beautifully executed. What made the evening even more special was Chef Travis himself. He took the time to come over and chat with my date and me, and it was such a pleasure to discover that beyond his incredible talent, he’s also a genuinely wonderful guy. The food, the ambiance, the energy, the entire vibe… simply spectacular. Florette isn’t just a great restaurant; it’s an experience. Easily one of the best dining experiences I’ve had in San Diego, and I cannot wait to return. Five stars hardly seem like enough!
    More info
    Fleurette$$$$• French• San Diego
    •
    4.8
  • Meilani
    San Diego •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    An Absolutely Incredible Dining Experience at Steak 48! We dined at Steak 48 last night to celebrate my partner’s birthday, and WOW — we were blown away! From start to finish, this was a 10/10 experience, and every bite exceeded our expectations. We started with the Chicken Fried Lobster Tail and Torched Scallops topped with caviar, and both were phenomenal! For our main course, we shared the 22oz bone-in ribeye cooked to a perfect medium. It was juicy, tender, flavorful, and cooked to perfection! The sides were just as incredible: Shells N Cheese, Blistered Shishito Peppers, and Boursin Whipped Mash. We honestly couldn’t pick a favorite! A detail we loved was the heated plates that kept our food warm throughout the meal. It’s the little touches that make a difference! A huge shoutout to our server, Ean, who made the evening extra special! He was attentive, energetic, knowledgeable, and genuinely passionate about the menu. As a foodie, I LOVE when a server makes thoughtful recommendations and shares their enthusiasm for the food. Ean delivered on every level! His assistant, Raul, was equally awesome and helped make the service exceptional. We felt so well taken care of by the entire team! To top it all off, we were gifted a complimentary Vanilla Caramel Cake for dessert! 🍰 It was decadent and delicious, reminiscent of butter cake but just a tad sweeter. Served warm with vanilla ice cream, it was absolutely heavenly! The warm cake and cold, creamy ice cream were the perfect combination and such a thoughtful birthday surprise. Steak 48 exceeded every expectation. Amazing food, impeccable service, and an elevated atmosphere made this the perfect place to celebrate a special occasion. 10/10 across the board! If you’re looking for an unforgettable steakhouse experience, Steak 48 is a must. We’re already looking forward to our next visit! 🥩🥂✨
    More info
    Steak 48 - Del Mar$$$$• Steakhouse• Del Mar
    •
    4.9
  • David
    San Diego •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Celebrated my wife’s 52nd birthday at Avant and it was a perfect evening. Paul, our server, was attentive and knew the menu thoroughly, and Ann at the host stand was very accommodating. The Maine Diver Scallops, NY Strip, and Prime Angus Tomahawk were all cooked to perfection, and my wife, a retired chef, agreed. The signature cocktails were excellent, and the Wake Me Up Doughnut was the perfect finish. Highly recommend!
    More info
    AVANT$$$$• Californian• Poway / Rancho Bernardo
    •
    4.4
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