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    Warung RieRie

    4.8 (91 reviews)
    Closed 4:00 pm - 9:00 PM

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    Sally A.

    My husband and I were blown away with this unique and memorable dining experience at Warung RieRie! It's like being transported to Bali in the middle of SD! We savored every delicious bite. Thank you Chef Rie and Dave for an amazing dinner!

    Seared and Blow torched BlueFin Ahi Tuna - Dave caught it, Rie prepared it, we savored it
    Sam H.

    Thank you Dave and Rie, for bringing your unique dining concept to life! I felt like we could have spent all evening with you, enjoying Rie's cooking and sharing stories. You deliver the complete dining experience: amazing food + unique atmosphere + warm hospitality + stories behind Warung RieRie. Dave was more than happy to spend time showing us around his garden and was especially proud of his pepper collection. And offered some sage pepper eating advice, chew those extremely hot peppers thoroughly! What other restaurant will you see the chef harvesting peppers from the garden for dinner? We will be back!

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    Adolphus D.

    If there was a way to give this place 10 stars, I would. The most intimate and delicious meal I've had in San Diego. The perfect setting for a small group of close friends. From the moment you walk through the door you are treated like family as you are escorted through the garden, where 80% of the produce you are served is grown and shown to the fire put where you wait the rest of the group. From there we were told the history of the restaurant and what inspired them to welcome complete strangers in to their home and share old family recipes. Everything we were served was to die for and that's coming from a person who doesn't like seafood but found themselves finishing everything I was served. Highly recommend you booking the next available dinner and be prepared to be happier than a 8 year old on Christmas morning when it's your turn to dine with them.

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    Paul M.

    An extraordinary experience! Dining in an Indonesian hut with family and becoming part of the owners' family for the evening. Incredible hospitality and wonderful food. The couple who own the restaurant are so friendly and hospitable - explaining how the ingredients used in their dishes are mostly picked from their garden. It doesn't get fresher than that! The six course meal was delicious. This is a special occasion restaurant that is not inexpensive, but is worth every penny.

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    Lisa K.

    This was our first time at a warung, let alone a place where we were the only party in a beautiful structure that came from Indonesia! The husband greeted us and told us their story of how this came to be, and his wife was cooking each dish and came out at the end to chat with us. We were so impressed by the story and it's something you would need to come to hear and you will be awed. The food came out so beautifully plated. The cocktail we started with was tasty and they had a non-alcoholic drink for someone in our party. The appetizer was so delicious it came with peanut sauce that I have never tasted before, so good!! Then a soup with spring roll came out, the soup had so much flavor and pieces of tender meat that I don't think anyone can recreate. The fresh salad dish came rolled in cucumber with sesame dressing. Our final savory dish was a beef dish with coconut rice and the sauce it came with had different types of spice it was enjoyable to eat. The husband and wife were so attentive and so engaging it was a wonderful evening. The plants in the backyard were so special, we definitely paid not just for the food but also for the experience of feeling like we are in Bali, on vacation. Each dish was so tasty I wish I can come back soon!! I know it's hard to even get a reservation, but if you get a chance, it's worth it!!

    Rambutan and appetizers

    Truly an amazing, unique experience with incredibly great service... oh, the food was pretty good too! There is only one table that seats up to 6 people. It is inside an authentic Balinese hut that was shipped and reassembled piece by piece, quite possibly the only one in North America. We were told 80% of the food served was grown in the garden that is right next to the hut. Unless you pick it off of the plant and put it into your mouth, it doesn't get any fresher. The meal includes a tour of said garden with a origin story of how the restaurant was conceived and came into being. We were served fresh rambutan with tropical drinks during the story telling. Such an interesting story. They change the menu every month (seasonal). This is gourmet cooking at its finest. Since you will likely get different food, I won't go into the details of each dish, but I enjoyed every last morsel of everything served, leaving every plate clean. There are many reasons why this is the toughest place in San Diego to get a reservation. In fact, reservations are by invitation only and the waiting list is a year long unless you are on the short list of people who get texted cancellations.

    Infront of the lumbung after dinner
    Shannyn B.

    What an incredibly amazing and delicious adventure!!! We were so lucky to fall into this reservation for my sister's birthday and I'm so glad we did! This place is nothing short of magical! It's like a setting out of a storybook! From the wonderful service to all 5 courses served with the history of the Balinese people in a traditional lumbung all the way from Bali, this husband and wife run private restaurant nails it at every turn!!! Definitely treat yourself to a special night with Dave and RieRie if you can get a reservation!!!!

    Vegetable soup
    Sasha D.

    We had such a magical experience. The ambiance was so gorgeous and looked like a Bali landscape. Chef RieRie and Dave are so welcoming and all the food was incredible. Reservation sizes are small for an intimate feel so it can be hard to get a reservation but it is definitely worth the wait. Able to do vegetarian if requested in advance - they are very accommodating.

    1st course on the patio
    Trevor M.

    We can't get over the amazing experience that is Warung RieRie. It was an evening spent enjoying spectacular Indonesian food and incredible ambiance. The hosts are great people and we are grateful to have met them. There is nothing like it in San Diego or anywhere else my foodie excursions have taken me. Strong 5 stars in all areas and not a single disappointment. Tip: Keep an eye out for cancellations! If you really want to go then follow their instagram and call them when they post about open dates versus waiting to be contacted on the waiting list.

    Indonesian rice house- the setting for the meal is both elegant and quaintly unique!
    Mia Y.

    Warung RieRie is more than we expected. The entire dining experience was unique, welcoming and the food was unmatched. Dave was a wonderful host and makes you feel right at home. He and his wife, Chef Rie, have created a one-of-a-kind dining experience that nobody should pass on. Chef Rie puts a personalized touch on each course, adding fresh garnishments and greens from the couple's organic garden and topping with original sauces that beautifully and authentically add to the saporous taste of all the dishes. This is a MUST try for everyone. We will definitely be back and are excited to see what's on the menu next month!

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    Ask the Community - Warung RieRie

    Do they serve alcohol?

    Yes! It's included with the meal and unlimited. Dave usually makes a couple cocktails that are Bali style and serves them before and during the meal.

    Do you accommodate for vegan/vegetarian patrons?

    Yes we do, we try as best as we can to accommodate Vegan Vegetarians and also allergies so please put a note for that in your reservation, Chef Rie will contacting you a week before your rsvp date to confirm and so forth. Please book us thru our… Read more

    How much is it per person for the 3 course meal?

    Based on the website from this business. Per person for 3 course meal $105.00 Per person for 6 course… Read more

    Do you accommodate for allergies and dietary constraints? Someone in my party is allergic to all seafood/seaweed and only eats chicken.

    Hi thanks for your inquiry, yes we can accommodate for allergies and will do our best to work with you. Sept will be chicken for the main course so I’d suggest book for that month. And please make sure to note those allergies in your booking. Warm… Read more

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