Service was good. Vibes were good. Unfortunately the pasta had no flavor but the pizza did.read more

A high-quality restaurant with a relaxed vibe, serving very good coastal Italian with homemade…read morepastas. Great spot for a nice dinner in La Jolla, with gorgeous sunset views to boot. The ravioli was the standout of the night, thin pasta with just enough filling for a delightful bite. The bucatini all'amatriciana wasn't quite what I'm accustomed to, the guanciale was ground rather than diced, and the sauce leaned more toward a meat sauce with an oily finish, not really my style, though the pasta itself was cooked well al dente. The steak, on the other hand, was excellent. Cocktails were great, and the staff were attentive throughout. For dessert, the trio was a nice way to sample a few things, though I wish they offered smaller sampler portions instead of full-size pieces. The Basque cheesecake was excellent and the semifreddo was perfect with a nice crust. The chocolate torte was good but couldn't compete with the other two. Overall a strong dinner spot in La Jolla, especially for pasta lovers and sunset views.

My husband and I got to True Food Kitchen. We usually go to the one in Fashion Valley but we were…read morenear this one in La Jolla Village Dr. First I ordered water with no ice. It came with ice. The waitress apologized after I reminded her and she changed it graciously. We both ordered the Grass Fed Burger with gluten free buns. The buns were burnt. The waitress came later and asked if all was fine. My husband mentioned the buns were burnt. She concurred with us. But we didn't pursue it. He ate the whole thing. I was hungry but left the most burnt piece of bun out. We ordered desert and a cappuccino. The service was rather slow. The restaurant wasn't full. We tipped the waitress 20%. Next time we will just go to our usual True Food Kitchen.

The ambiance was beautiful, relaxed, and inviting, making it a really nice spot for a meal. Our…read moreserver, Alex, was outstanding. She was attentive, friendly, and made the whole experience even better. I ordered the grass-fed burger, which was really good, and we shared the hummus for the table, which was delicious. And the cookies were SO good, definitely worth saving room for! Overall, great food, a beautiful atmosphere, and excellent service. We'll definitely be back!

Excellent food, beautiful ambiance and Casey gave wonderful service by being friendly and attentive.read more

Having visited Dukes in Hawaii and Malibu, my expectations were not too high given the off street…read morelocation of the entrance. Boy was I surprised! A fantastic view overlooking LaJolla cove and the BEST SERVICE with the spirit of Aloha from each employee we met! It was just before 4pm and we popped in after shopping on our first day visiting from Phoenix. Because the dining room doesn't open until 4:30, we went upstairs to the bar area. There were PLENTY of seating options both inside and on the outside patio. There was ample shade outside but we opted for the high tops at the bar. The bartender Shaun/Shawn served us and was super professional! We shared a Cesar salad with Chicken (thank you for the info on the proteins Shaun!)- and the all-famous coconut shrimp which did not disappoint. All in all this is a great location, with a fabulous view and outstanding service and I highly recommend for drinks and appetizers if you're in the area! PRO TIP: go ahead and spring for the $35 12-hour ACE parking just around the corner- it's worth your sanity rather than driving around like the Griswalds in London looking for a parking space. Don't be cheap- that's a great rate for LaJolla!

It was a beautiful day and we had an out of town guest. He loves golf but didn't have time to golf…read more So we decided to take him to dinner at The Grill at Torrey Pines. The view was amazing. I chose it for our guest. I knew I'd find something on the menu as a vegan option. I had read they were accommodating so I didn't worry and knew it would be great. I saw a few items labeled vegetarian and I asked what recommendations the server had for vegan options. She told me what was easy to be vegan on the menu and she offered to check with the chef. She came back and gave me more options, which was nice. The dinner menu is different from the lunch menu. I think the lunch menu had a falafel burger and a quinoa vegetable dish. So, for dinner I decided to have a southwestern kale salad without cheese and sub the dressing. I also got a side of roasted veggies. It was a nice variety of veggies and everything was fresh and tasty. I shared the roasted veggies with my husband because it was enough to share. I was very satisfied with the salad. It was a wonderful experience. Everyone ate their dinner and enjoyed the sunset. Great place for a guest.

Had brunch here with my family and it was such a lovely experience. The atmosphere is beautiful,…read moresurrounded by calming greens and whites, and the service was impeccable. The food was fresh and delicious, and it's very kid-friendly, which made everything even more enjoyable. The jams were all amazing -- especially the chocolate hazelnut spread, which was my favorite. Definitely a place we'll be coming back to!

I had reservations for 7:45 PM on a Sunday evening, but I called ahead to see if I could push it…read moreback to 9:15 PM, which happened to be their last seating of the night. The staff were friendly and accommodating, making the change without any issues. When we arrived, the restaurant was quiet, with only one other party dining inside. They offer both indoor and outdoor seating, creating a relaxed and inviting atmosphere. I was immediately greeted with water, and our server came by shortly after to introduce himself and go over the menu. To start, we ordered the: *Estancia Guacamole: it was fresh, flavorful, and unique, featuring pineapple and pomegranate that added a nice balance of sweetness and texture. For my entrée, I had the: *Estancia Wagyu Burger: this burger was absolutely delicious, perfectly cooked and packed with flavor. It was served with fries. I shared it with a friend, but honestly could have eaten the whole thing myself. For drinks, we tried the: *Jungle Flower Margarita: refreshing and well-balanced. It wasn't overly sweet or bitter like many margaritas can be. *Trinity Margarita: a bit tart for my taste, but my friend enjoyed it. The service throughout the meal was excellent. Our server provided great recommendations, checked on us regularly, and made sure we had everything we needed. Overall, I thoroughly enjoyed my experience here. The food was delicious, the drinks were well crafted, the service was outstanding, and the restaurant itself is a cute and welcoming spot. I'd happily return.

Rating: 2.5 (rounded up to 3)…read more I was staying at the Estancia hotel and had dinner here. I noticed that the menu went through an overhaul and none of what I saw on Yelp still exists. It appears to have less of a Mexican influence and more of a rustic Californian vibe. We opted to dine inside vs outside and we were seated right away. The ambience was beautiful and enjoyed the fireplace. Our server was Ivan who greeted us and took our orders promptly. My daughter ordered a kids cheeseburger and we requested to add lettuce and tomato (which was an additional $2). This was not a big deal, but I wish that additional charge was communicated to us for transparency purposes.. more on that later. We also ordered the Kale Caesar salad which was tasty and what you would expect. I ordered the braised osso bucco which was personally recommended by Ivan. The short rib was good but the portion was small. The polenta was a bit pasty and had a texture reminiscent of refried beans. The side of beans and roasted peppers were the least favorable part of the dish though they looked like they would be good. I would've much rather had mashed potatoes. We also ordered the smoked half chicken which was just fine, but nothing to write home about. As for drinks, I ordered the rancho flower margarita which was recommended by the server but was a little too sweet for my liking. My partner ordered a Diet Coke ($6) which was from a fountain machine so when we asked for a refill, we were surprised we were charged for the refill (additional $6) since the server didn't mention that there would be an additional charge for a refill. Again, not a big deal.. but it would've been appreciated if he mentioned this first. My biggest complaint is that we were charged for not only the Diet Coke plus refill but we were also CHARGED FOR A COKE WE NEVER ORDERED. I was trying to get our server's attention to address this, but he was so Busy attending to his other tables that I just gave up so I could enjoy the rest of my evening. In short, this place is okay food wise. Know you will get charged for soda refills and make sure to review your receipt for erroneous charges.

What an amazing place! We came here on Friday evening to celebrate our anniversary and a last day…read moreof our vacation. What a beautiful restaurant with exceptional service and wonderful views. We were very impressed with service level. They definitely exceeded our expectations. Multiple people said happy anniversary to us and even our menu had "happy anniversary" written on it. The menu is very small and they change it often to accommodate what is in the season. They use food from the local farms which is wonderful. The mocktails were amazing! We absolutely loved them! We had strawberry salad and tuna crudo to start. Both were great. I had cod for my main and it was amazing. We finished with some nice tea and coffee. Definitely the best meal experience in La Jolla!

Came here for our anniversary, had such an incredible time from beginning to end…read more We were able to sit on the outdoor patio with stunning views of the grounds, the golf course, and ocean. Mano was the best server we could've asked for - he was super attentive and informative, giving us suggestions to try all of the best meal. We had such incredible meals and our drinks were the cherries on top. Can't wait to come back for another special occasion

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.

Great restaurant at UTC. They validate for parking!!!…read moreThe lunch deals are a great value. Portion size are large with reasonable prices. We tried the lobster corn shortbread. It sounds like a weird combination but it works. The restaurant is very spacious and the staff are super attentive and friendly. I'm happy I got to come here to celebrate a special occasion and reunion.

What a super chill venue!…read more Went here with my sister's friends for Sunday brunch this past weekend. The venue is pretty stellar! They're dog friendly, have large grassy areas and corn hole; it's such a vibe. It's all about the outside dining area and that awesome wall of jasmine flowers. It was breezy and the scent traveled making the experience super unique. We were famished and everything on the menu looked next level good. Our waitress Cynthia answered all our annoying questions. I got the lavender lemonade to start and it hit the spot. The lavender was perfect, not too perfumy (not a word apparently but it is today) but enough to say ok, there's lavender in there and I like it. It was refreshing. My main meal was the chilaquiles which had a nice kick to it so beware if you can't tolerate any spicy flavors. It was more of a soup in presentation but I love sauce and may have licked the bowl because I'm classy. We also desperately wanted the side of potatoes because we kept seeing it and all of us ended up getting an order and did not regret it. The potatoes include the skin, salted and super crunchy. It's like fry well fries and I'm all about it. We will be back!!!

Came here to have some breakfast before the hike. Place was pretty empty. They have lots of seating…read moreindoor and outdoor. The place is located inside the conference center so it's super modern and beautiful inside. Definitely a pleasant looking establishment. Service was very friendly and attentive. They have a decent amount of parking as well. Food unfortunately didn't deliver. Matcha was pretty good, and a green smoothie was decent but way too heavy on a protein powder. I ordered avocado toast with an egg and it was very decent, but nothing special. Bread was kind of fatty, I believed it was dipped in butter. My husband had some breakfast platter with potatoes which he asked to be extra crispy and he got the deep fried breakfast potatoes. His bread was also dipped in butter and his egg was also very fatty. So we didn't enjoy the food too much.