Amuse

RAISED BY WOLVES @ UTC LA JOLLA…read more Raised by Wolves is located inside UTC La Jolla, tucked away in the very back of the mall near the Din Tai Fung area. I would definitely recommend parking around Corner Bakery or near 24 Hour Fitness for the closest way in. This was my very first time going to Raised by Wolves. I made a reservation on OpenTable, and if you are reading this right now, I highly recommend booking one. When we got there, the wait was two hours for people without a reservation. I booked for 9 PM on a Saturday night with my friends after dinner. We actually arrived at UTC earlier than expected, so we let the host know and they let us in about 20 minutes early. As for parking, they do not validate here. Parking is free for the first hour and then two dollars per hour after that, so just be aware that you may end up paying for parking when you visit this bar. It is set up like a speakeasy, which is really cool. You get to see where the actual bar is hidden. We ended up ordering a bunch of cocktails and the drinks were super great. I really loved the vibe overall. It was lively and chatty, and the staff was super friendly. The ambiance is very dark and classy. Keep in mind they do not serve food here. It is purely drinks only. Overall, I would definitely recommend stopping by.

LOVE THIS SPEAKEASY…read more Shoutout Taylor and Lexi for the incredible service. The ambiance and drinks are unmatched.

Tiramitini and Mojito.

The secret panel that rotates like a carousel into the wolf den.

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Smells of leather bound books and rich mahogany

Mustangs & Burros

3.5(243 reviews)

1.8 mi

One of the best pork chops I've ever had…read more I ate at the bar and had the Kurobuta bone-in pork chop, and it was outstanding. The pork is marinated and then sous vide, and whatever they're doing works -- incredibly tender and juicy all the way through, with great flavor and none of the dryness you can sometimes get with a thick pork chop. The pepperonata and charred onion paired perfectly with it, and the chorizo cornbread was a great addition. Everything on the plate complemented the pork without overpowering it. I also have to mention behind the bar. The service was incredible -- attentive, friendly, and added to an already great meal. I eat and grill a fair amount of meat myself, and this honestly may have been the best pork chop I've ever had. Between the food and Cory's service, I'd absolutely come back and order it again. Highly recommended

Came here over the weekend, and I think the general issue may be that hotels are taking on huge…read moreback-to-back weddings, at the expense of the average guest. But I'm not sure if that was the issue here, or just poor service. My wife and I came with our kid, and we were told all the outside seats were booked up with reservations so we were forced to sit inside (dark, not the best). Not only did it take 20 min to get our order taken and about 30-40 additional minutes to get our food, but we were there SO long that we were able to see the outside the entire time, and the tables were empty that entire time. We could have eaten TWICE at those tables outside. Food was...fine. Staff seemed to enjoy their job mostly. But the hostess.. ehhh... that was sorta sus. Waited forever, and wished we were outside. Also, on the kids word search, "OWL" Is not on there despite it being a word required to search. You need to change that. Totally gaslit.

Mustangs & Burros Patio

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Javier's La Jolla

3.6(1.7k reviews)

0.2 mi•University City

Fine dining

Outdoor seating

We were told by a Mexican uber driver that this was THE place to go...so I went ahead and made the…read morereservations! Well, the driver was right in that the place was as posh as something right out of a Bond movie! Even the entryway was absolutely a knock-out...so we started taking pictures even as we entered lol! We were initially led to a table in the dining area, but I didn't like how close we were to the next table, so asked if we could move to a booth...even by the bar. Normally I hate eating at the bar...but their bar area was another story. Again, beyond posh! Also, loved the snazzy overhead music...perfectly on point! The menu pricing was a bit shocking...in that I don't think I've ever seen Mexican foods priced so high. Still, I felt the ambiance made up for it. I feel certain that many may expect more from the foods due to the price points...and that probably explains the below 4 star average rating. We decided to share a bit of everything...and ordered their Flautas, Enchiladas, Rice and their special dessert. Also, I got this very stiff cocktail...which I loved! Frankly, I got so tipsy that night, I can't recall all the exact names of the items we ordered. Honestly, I expected the foods to be bad...thinking the place was all pomp, no substance. But that wasn't the case. Even from their basic nachos and sauce, to the lush dessert, we thought everything was quite delish! The presentation was stellar as well (just check out the fancy Flautas!). I think the service was pretty smooth too...though my memory is a bit fuzzy from this night. Think this was the nicest Mexican restaurant we've ever been to? Hope to revisit on our next trip to San Diego!

The decor and service are spectacular. The food is solid, though nothing special in terms of…read moreflavor. Very much on the pricy side and I was lucky enough to be treated by a dear friend. I would say based on those things I would have rated Javier's a 4 star. The one thing I could not get past was how loud it was. I had to cup my ears just to hear across from me. At one point I commented to one of the servers "it's really loud in here!" and he said "thank you" and smiled REALLY BIG. I think he thought I said he was really handsome, and I felt like a creep the rest of the night. Honestly I would say it was a 1 star from the music. But I still had a good night with lovely friends, even if I had a sore throat the following day from screaming across the table.

La Jolla Location

La Jolla Location.

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Jalapeño Margarita

DRIFT eat + drink

3.6(108 reviews)

0.6 mi•University City

Review could have been a 3, but this placed saved us on a Friday night…read more We stayed at the hotel and we went out during rush hour and could not find parking or short wait list anywhere else. Ended up giving the hotel restaurant a chance despite the 3.5 rating. Was very pleased with our experience! Our food was pretty good Salmon was an amazing recommendation The braised short rib was a little disappointing. Flavor did not penetrate the meat so it felt bland. The wine sauce was very subtle. But the mash potatoes were good. The Ahi Tuna tostadas definitely had really good flavor! The cheesecake was good paired with a cup of Americano. The price did feel on the high side for the portion size and quality, but I think we're really just paying for the convenience. Wasn't very busy, service was attentive. We sat outdoor and the heat lamps were working effectively. Outdoor seating options are pretty casual and comfortable.

We stopped in at DRIFT at the Hyatt Regency with a group of six and overall had a decent…read moreexperience. We were seated right away, and our server was very nice, attentive and polite throughout the meal. The food came out at somewhat different times, but nothing unreasonable, and she did a good job checking on us. The food itself was okay. My Caesar salad could have used a little more dressing, although I could have asked for more, and the flatbread was pretty good, maybe a little better than average. What brought the experience down for me was the price and the way the charges were presented. Two drinks, a flatbread and a salad came to around $80. There was also a surcharge described as helping defray the cost of minimum wage, plus an 18% service charge added to the bill. We were a party of six, although we had separate checks, so it's possible the 18% was related to the size of the group. Either way, I'd rather a restaurant simply build its operating costs into the menu prices instead of adding extra surcharges at the end. And in this case, our server actually deserved a good tip, I probably would have given her 20% because she did a very good job, but I still prefer having that choice rather than having it automatically added. Good service, decent food, but for me the overall value wasn't quite there.

Chili-Chile-Lime Salmon

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The Loft at UC San Diego

4.0(35 reviews)

1.3 mi

Great little spot on UCSD campus, upstairs in the Price center. They have drinks, soda, small bites…read moreand dessert things like lemon bars. Sometimes lectures or popup shows, bands will be featured in this space.

I had never visited this theater before and was excited to attend for a special afternoon date with…read moremy son. He picked a cartoon, since he is 8. The theater was nice enough, although our seating area could have used a good deep cleaning. There were crumbs and other leftover food noticeable. The waitress who took our order once seated seemed annoyed she had to climb to the top where we were sitting with obvious exacerbation over the task. In the two times she was there to take our orders I was displeased with the way we were treated, and some of the comments she made. I got the impression she was annoyed with the audience of children, which mad the experience substantially less enjoyable for me and my son. I will definitely not be going back to this theater and expected a lot more from La Jolla, especially when paying almost $50 for a matinee and over $100 on food. Definitely think this theater could take a renovation in their weekday staff and provide their customers with a more enjoyable movie dining experience. When someone doesn't enjoy their job it shows, and I saw this with several staff members there that day. Would not go back or recommend.

A local taking over the mike.

The Jones Family Singers.

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Seasons 52

4.0(2k reviews)

0.4 mi•University City

This was our first time at Seasons 52, and we were pleasantly surprised by how good everything was!…read moreThe steaks were incredibly tender, and the flatbread pizzas were amazing. We also tried the scallops and lobster, and both were delicious. The truffle risotto was seriously addicting -- definitely one of our favorites of the night! The desserts were another highlight. They had a great variety to choose from, and everything we tried was very good. A special shoutout to our server, London, who was the best! She was so friendly, attentive, and made sure we were taken care of throughout our entire meal. She really made our first experience at Seasons 52 even better. We'll definitely be back!

I enjoyed my flatbreads, sips, and small plates out in the open air, outdoor patio. Staff were…read morefriendly and helpful. Highlights: The wood grilled Lona crusted lamb is tender after slicing and flavorful with the olive oil and sauce. The Sparkling Cosmo is nicely balanced and presented.

Caramelized Grilled Sea Scallops served with broccolini and mascarpone risotto.

Cedar Plank-roasted Salmon with seasonal vegetables, marble potatoes and dill-mustard sauce

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Seasons 52 has a wide selection of varietals on our wine menu

Joya Kitchen

4.2(66 reviews)

1.5 mi

Awesome spot located right in Torrey Pines amidst a ton of biotech companies. This places massive…read moreand has amazing indoor/outdoor options available for seating. Pretty simple California fresh Menu with salads, sandwiches etc... great service!

Joya Kitchen is a restaurant serving organic farm-fresh menu items…read more AMBIANCE Modern, spacious inside and outside SERVICE Friendly, helpful FOOD 4/5 CLASSIC BURGER all natural beef patty, cheddar, seeded bun with self serve toppings bar: sliced red onion, lettuce, tomato, house made spread

Ballrooms + private outdoor patios

Crispy French Fries

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Variety of dishes available

The Remedy Lounge

5.0(1 review)

1.9 mi

Beautiful non alcoholic cocktail bar inside the La Estancia hotel on N. Torrey Pines! Exquisite…read moredecor, plants everywhere, herbs they grow in situ and use for the drinks and lovely quite atmosphere. Is such a secret gem for sure. They call it apothecary inspired wellness bar. A great place for a quiet date with a friend.

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The Amalfi Llama

4.4(870 reviews)

0.4 mi•University City

Jared was awesome!!! He was friendly and attentive, his recommendations were on point!! Pls give…read morehim a raise!

Great Customer service, very attentive and knowledgeable on the menu. 10/10 experience! Thank you…read moreCesar!

Dining area.

Truffle & Mushroom Flatbread. Love the mushrooms and truffle flavor. Cheese is rich and obviously delicious.

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Short Rib Empanada

MacGuffins Bar

4.3(6 reviews)

1.1 mi

Great spot to get an adult beverage when taking in a movie. Prices are high but as you would expect…read moreat a theatre as it is for all food products at any movie location ordered. Ability to earn points towards cash awards is a plus. Inconsistent availability in having a server at a couple of the movie theaters. Bar is clean area.

I love this place!!! Years later and I still fall in love with the idea of drinking and watching a…read moremovie. The staff here is awesome! I've met a handful of down-to-earth, chill, and extremely friendly bartenders, who we have conversed with about movies and such. They have liquor and beer. Stops serving alcohol after a certain time... double check with them so you don't miss out. Nice little section to chill at if you're early for your movie. Got barstools and 2 or 3 tables

Your friendly neighborhood MacGuffins bartender, Kit!

Worst bar in San Diego. If you don't mind waiting 20 minutes for service, then this place is for you.

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Fully stocked bar including all your favorite spirits!

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Amuse, time after time, provides an excellent experience. The service, the atmosphere and - most importantly - the food are all of the highest quality. I have never varied from the prime bone-in dry aged rib eye, and it's never let me down. Best steak ever. read more

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