Amalfi Pizza & Bar

4.2 (16)

$30 and under

Italian

5980 Village Way# B106, San Diego, CA 92130-2408

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Amalfi Pizza & Bar

4.2

$30 and under

Italian

Carmel Valley

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2 people

24 Oct 2026

19:00

Booked 13 times today

About this restaurant

Neighbourhood gem
Great for live music
Lively

Welcome to Amalfi Cucina Italiana, San Diego’s newest Italian Restaurant! Our menu focuses on a modern approach to classic Italian cuisine using cheeses, breads and meats from local food artisans, and fresh ingredients from local sources. Amalfi is a place to come together with family and indulge in great food together. Come join us in our socially-distanced indoor dining space or dine Al Fresco on our outdoor patio.

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Pizzeria, Cocktail Bar
Hours of Operation
Mon 16:00–22:00 Tue–Thu, Sun 12:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 12:00–23:00
Website
https://www.amalficucinaitaliana.com/pizza-bar-carmel-valley
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress Code
Business Casual
Executive Chef
Marcello Avitabile
Catering
We do offer catering. Get in touch with us by visiting www.amalficucinaitaliana.com/contact/ and we'll be delighted to help you with your inquiry.
Private party facilities
We welcome you to explore our Private Dining options, perfect for any occasion. Check www.amalficucinaitaliana.com/carmelvalley/ for more details.

Location
5980 Village Way# B106, San Diego, CA 92130-2408
Area
Carmel Valley
Parking Details
Free Parking
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan

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FocacciaUS$9.00
salt, pepper, evoo, oregano
Polpette All'ItalianaUS$14.00
italian meatball in marinara sauce served with toasted bread
Tagliere MistoUS$32.00
selection of cured an cheeses
Carciofi alla Romana (Warm)US$18.00
pan fried artichokes served with arugula; Optional Gluten/Free
Caprese ChefUS$27.00
prosciutto di parma, buffalo mozzarella, organic tomatoes, evoo, balsamic reduction
Burrata Furore con Melanzane a FunghettiUS$24.00
fried eggplants with cherry tomato sauce
Bruschetta Amalfitana
cherry tomatoes, burrata cheese, evoo, garlic aioli, lemon zest
- 2pplUS$8.00
- 4pplUS$16.00
Bruschetta Positano
smoked salmon, evoo, stracciata cheese, lemon zest
- 2pplUS$9.00
- 4pplUS$18.00

Insalata

MediterraneaUS$16.00
romaine lettuce, mixed greens, fennel, cucumber, carrots, radicchio, cherry tomatoes, cherry mozzarella, balsamic dressing
AmalfiUS$18.00
radicchio, frisee, mixed greens, arugula, steamed shrimo, lemon mint dressing
Beet SaladUS$16.00
mixed greens, arugula, frisee, lentil, blue cheese, balsamic dressing
CaliforniaUS$15.00
mixed greens, cucumber, apple, goat cheese, cherry tomatoes, lemon dressing
RomanaUS$18.00
arugula, radicchio, lightly grilled romaine, cherry tomatoes, half burrata mozzarella, truffle dressing
SharellUS$18.00
mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, raspberries, carlsbad strawberries. burrata mozzarella, topped with dried seeds, cranberries, raspberry vinaigrette

Pasta

Made Fresh Daily by Chef Marcello. With your Choice of Sauce. Choose the Shape of Our Handmade Pasta and Match It with your Favorite Sauce

Pappardelle
Fresh large flat pasta noodles
Bucatini
Fresh round pasta noodles
Rigatoni
Dry round pasta noodles
Fusilli
Fresh corkscrew shape pasta
Penne
Dry penne pasta
Gnocchi
+$2; Fresh potato based pasta
Gluten Free
+$2; Ask your server for our daily options

Pasta - Sauces

Pasta with Your Choice of Sauce

CorbarinoUS$22.00
cherry tomato sauce, evoo
Cacio e PepeUS$21.00
pecorino cheese, black pepper, butter
BologneseUS$19.00
100% angus beef, san marzano tomato sauce
Ragu' NapoletanoUS$24.00
ground beef and pork sausage, san marzano sauce
PuttanescaUS$19.00
san marzano sauce, cherry tomatoes, black olives, capers, anchovies
MarinaraUS$15.00
garlic and basil
ArrabbiataUS$15.00
spicy marinara
Pesto alla GenoveseUS$24.00
basil, garlic, pine nuts, parmigiano, reggiano, evoo, touch of cream

From the Kitchen

Salmone PistacchioUS$32.00
pan seared salmon in pistachio crust, brandy flambe', roasted mixed veggies
Mussels & ClamsUS$25.00
garlic, evoo, light tomato broth
Linguine alle VongoleUS$27.00
fresh clams, garlic, evoo, spiced with chili flakes (red sauce upon request)
Pappardelle al PorciniUS$29.00
porcini mushrooms, truffle oil, evoo, touch of cream
Zuppa Borgo MarinaroUS$32.00
fish and seafood in tomato broth
Tortellini in BrodoUS$27.00
tortellini served in homemade jidori chicken broth with 3 small meatballs

LasagnaUS$26.00
layers of thin flat egg pasta, 100% beef ragu', besciamella, tomato sauce, parmigiano reggiano
Eggplant ParmigianaUS$24.00
Soup of the DayUS$8.00
ask your server

Sides

Rapini
Mushrooms
Potatoes
Mixed Greens

Pizzeria

Our Wood-fired Pizza Is Neapolitan Style Inspired from Napoli with a Thin, Soft Crust, and Hand Crafted Daily at 950 °F. Readers Voted Best Pizza in San Diego Magazine and Runner up for Best Italian Restaurant! World Champion Pizza Chef Marcello Avitabile and Joseph Serra Are the Chefs Behind Our Delicious Pizzas!

Rosse

Gluten-Free +$3

MargheritaUS$14.00
san marzano tomato sauce, mozzarella, basil, evoo
CampioneUS$19.00
san marzano tomato sauce, buffalo mozzarella, basil, evoo, parmigiano reggiano
Marinara (No Cheese)US$12.00
pomodoro sauce, garlic, oregano, basil
SpaccanapoliUS$23.00
san marzano tomato sauce, mozzarella, spicy salame, ham, sausage
PuttanescaUS$18.00
san marzano tomato sauce, mozzarella, basil, black olives, capers, anchovies
VesuvioUS$19.00
san marzano tomato sauce, mozzarella, spicy salami
CapricciosaUS$19.00
san marzano tomato sauce, mozzarella, ham, mushrooms, artichokes
PepperoniUS$16.00
san marzano tomato sauce, mozzarella, pepperoni
ToreroUS$22.00
mozzarella, spicy salame, gorgonzola, black olives, bell peppers, san marzano tomato sauce
PrimaveraUS$19.00
san marzano tomato sauce, mozzarella, bell pepper, eggplant, zucchini

Bianche (No Sauce)

Gluten-Free +$3

MediterraneaUS$23.00
buffalo mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, prosciutto di parma, arugula, shaved parmigiano
Quattro FormaggiUS$21.00
provola, mozzarella, gorgonzola, parmigiano
GenoveseUS$22.00
pesto, mozzarella, ricotta, cherry tomatoes, shaved parmigiano
ValtellinaUS$25.00
speck, provola di agerola, brie, caramelized onion, sausage
NonninaUS$25.00
mozzarella, mushrooms, prosciutto di parma, arugula, truffle oil

Calzoni

ClassicoUS$19.00
san marzano tomato sauce, mozzarella, parmigiano, italian ham
FagottoUS$21.00
ricotta, mozzarella, italian ham, parmigiano, smoked mozzarella
RacchettaUS$23.00
arugula, burrata, parmigiano, bresaola (cured filet mignon)

Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at Amalfi Pizza & Bar.

4.2

(16)

4.2Food
4.3Service
4.0Ambience
4.0Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Amalfi Pizza & Bar offers "great food" with an impressive variety and "excellent pizza," reminiscent of Naples. The friendly staff ensures a "festive atmosphere" with live music. While the recent renovation has divided opinions, the venue remains a "hidden gem" for those seeking delightful Italian cuisine and a vibrant dining experience.

16 Reviews

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Paula
San Diego27 reviews
4.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
First time here. Food was very good. Service was fine but we had to ask for two place settings water glasses. Also, my husband hit his head on the TV as he was going out to our table Need to ensure that the tv is turned enough so it’s not sticking out into the pathway.
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Robert Gold
San Diego41 reviews
4.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Great little restaurant but best on quieter nights. Weekends a bit noisy but good food and good fun.
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Robin Gold
San Diego49 reviews
4.0
Dined on 22 September 2026
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
It was great. Veronika the bartender was awesome. The new barstools are not comfortable at all.
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Brunch Gold
Hawaii33 reviews
5.0
Dined on 1 September 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great space, friendly attentive staff and the food was great. Went for a work lunch and ordered a table pizza plus we each had a pasta or salad main. All yummy and plenty of leftovers for dinner that night or lunch the next day. It reheated well.
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McLean Gold
San Francisco Bay Area20 reviews
4.0
Dined on 30 August 2026
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 2
We preferred the original ambiance with a classic Italian atmosphere rather than a sports bar feeling; however, the restaurant was packed so I'm sure that they are doing more business with the sports bar emphasis. The menu is equally as good as before the makeover. We probably won't go to Amalfi as often since the change.
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Michael
San Diego2 reviews
2.0
Dined on 9 August 2026
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
Used to be one of our favorite places, not sure what happened but since the reopening everything seems to have gone down.
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Dana Gold
San Diego35 reviews
5.0
Dined on 6 August 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious food and will be back soon!
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Christopher
San Diego5 reviews
5.0
Dined on 1 August 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent pizza and salad, felt like a bit of Naples in San Diego. Visited on Friday evening with love music, great atmosphere, friendly service
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Nethra
San Francisco Bay Area4 reviews
5.0
Dined on 19 July 2026
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Quality of food was great and lot of options to choose from. Drinks were on point. So happy to have discovered this hidden gem
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Laurie Gold
San Diego28 reviews
1.0
Dined on 27 June 2026
1. Overall 1
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 1
A beloved neighborhood gem — lost in renovation We’ve always loved Amalfi for exactly what it was: a warm, intimate Italian spot with attentive servers, a solid seafood menu, and an atmosphere that felt a few steps above the usual village options. It was our go-to for date nights and catching up with friends. Not anymore. We returned after the renovation and barely recognized the place. The cozy dining room has been replaced by a blindingly bright space lined with bold green partitions and wall-to-wall TVs. A live band was performing, but the speakers couldn’t handle the volume — the distortion made conversation nearly impossible. The Italian servers who made the experience feel genuinely welcoming are gone. The menu has been heavily edited, with most of the seafood options eliminated. The food that remains is decent, though some choices are puzzling (lentils in the olive oil?). Here’s the thing — the neighborhood already has Pacific Social across the street, plus El Pueblo and Epic Wings nearby. There was no shortage of sports bar energy in this village. Amalfi was the one spot that offered something different: a quieter, more refined option for a proper dinner out. On a Friday night, we counted one other occupied table and two people at the bar. That kind of crowd doesn’t bode well. I genuinely hope they reconsider the direction, because what made this place special is gone — and it’s sorely missed.
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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Pizzeria, Cocktail Bar
Hours of Operation
Mon 16:00–22:00 Tue–Thu, Sun 12:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 12:00–23:00
Website
https://www.amalficucinaitaliana.com/pizza-bar-carmel-valley
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress Code
Business Casual
Executive Chef
Marcello Avitabile
Catering
We do offer catering. Get in touch with us by visiting www.amalficucinaitaliana.com/contact/ and we'll be delighted to help you with your inquiry.
Private party facilities
We welcome you to explore our Private Dining options, perfect for any occasion. Check www.amalficucinaitaliana.com/carmelvalley/ for more details.

Location
5980 Village Way# B106, San Diego, CA 92130-2408
Area
Carmel Valley
Parking Details
Free Parking
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan

FAQs

Wednesdays are a great pick, guests specifically praise the Wednesday live-music nights.

Business casual is the guide, aim for neat, polished attire rather than formalwear; many guests also choose to dress up a bit for anniversaries and celebrations.

Guests report generous portions, reviewers mention "nice portion" and that six dishes were more than enough for eight people, with leftovers to take home.

Yes, Amalfi Pizza & Bar offers al fresco dining on an outdoor patio that guests enjoy.

Yes, Amalfi Pizza & Bar is often recommended for couples and anniversaries, praised for its warm ambiance and memorable special‑occasion dinners.

Amalfi Pizza & Bar feels warm and festive, with authentic Italian touches, grand chandeliers and vibrant wall art inside, plus live-music nights that add a celebratory buzz and a pleasant patio for al fresco dining.

At Amalfi Pizza & Bar you can dine in the socially‑distanced indoor dining space, grab a seat at the bar, or enjoy the outdoor patio, the restaurant can also reserve a private section for larger groups.

Amalfi Pizza & Bar is a great pick on Wednesday evenings for live music, while weekday lunch visits tend to be quieter and less crowded.

Yes, families celebrate here: one reviewer specifically celebrated their son’s birthday and had an excellent, well‑organized experience with attentive service.

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Amalfi Pizza & Bar

4.2

$30 and under

Italian

Carmel Valley

Make a booking

2 people

24 Oct 2026

19:00

Booked 13 times today

Amalfi Pizza & Bar

Make a booking

Amalfi Pizza & Bar

Make a booking

About this restaurant

Dining areas

Additional information

Appetizers

FocacciaUS$9.00

Polpette All'ItalianaUS$14.00

Tagliere MistoUS$32.00

Carciofi alla Romana (Warm)US$18.00

Caprese ChefUS$27.00

Burrata Furore con Melanzane a FunghettiUS$24.00

Bruschetta Amalfitana

Bruschetta Positano

Insalata

MediterraneaUS$16.00

AmalfiUS$18.00

Beet SaladUS$16.00

CaliforniaUS$15.00

RomanaUS$18.00

SharellUS$18.00

Pasta

Pappardelle

Bucatini

Rigatoni

Fusilli

Penne

Gnocchi

Gluten Free

Pasta - Sauces

CorbarinoUS$22.00

Cacio e PepeUS$21.00

BologneseUS$19.00

Ragu' NapoletanoUS$24.00

PuttanescaUS$19.00

MarinaraUS$15.00

ArrabbiataUS$15.00

Pesto alla GenoveseUS$24.00

From the Kitchen

Salmone PistacchioUS$32.00

Mussels & ClamsUS$25.00

Linguine alle VongoleUS$27.00

Pappardelle al PorciniUS$29.00

Zuppa Borgo MarinaroUS$32.00

Tortellini in BrodoUS$27.00

More

LasagnaUS$26.00

Eggplant ParmigianaUS$24.00

Soup of the DayUS$8.00

Sides

Rapini

Mushrooms

Potatoes

Mixed Greens

Pizzeria

Rosse

MargheritaUS$14.00

CampioneUS$19.00

Marinara (No Cheese)US$12.00

SpaccanapoliUS$23.00

PuttanescaUS$18.00

VesuvioUS$19.00

CapricciosaUS$19.00

PepperoniUS$16.00

ToreroUS$22.00

PrimaveraUS$19.00

Bianche (No Sauce)

MediterraneaUS$23.00

Quattro FormaggiUS$21.00

GenoveseUS$22.00

ValtellinaUS$25.00

NonninaUS$25.00

Calzoni

ClassicoUS$19.00

FagottoUS$21.00

RacchettaUS$23.00

Review summary

Dining areas