NEW RESTAURANT IN WESTFIELD UTC MALL
The Amalfi Llama in La Jolla is now open. If my first meal there is any indication of what to expect, I predict that this will be one of the most popular restaurants in La Jolla, and that getting a reservation will be tough.
The food at The Amalfi Llama is a fusion of Mediterranean-Patagonian style cooking. The kitchen has a large open kitchen where much of the food is cooked by chefs using a live fire. It combines the Mediterranean cuisine from Italy’s coastline with the cuisine, culture, and cooking methods of Patagonia.
The Amalfi Llama is a concept by Eureka! Restaurant Group (you probably already know this casual eatery that specializes in burgers and craft beer), and Grupo Carolo Hospitality (a Mexican restaurant company). They already have one location of The Amalfi Llama in Miami.
Inside, the restaurant is quite stunning. The decor is modern and spacious, and you can choose to sit at the bar, indoors, or outdoors. The bar at The Amalfi Llama serves Italian wines and craft cocktails.
STANDOUT DISHES YOU SHOULD ORDER
FOCACCIA BREAD
TUNA TARTAR
Avocado, olive oil
PROSCIUTTO SAN DANIELE
Aged parmigiano reggiano
ARTICHOKE SALAD
Granny smith, mushroom, pistachio,
parmigiano reggiano
ROASTED BEET SALAD
Citrus, goat cheese,
smoked almond
MARGHERITA PIZZA
Fior di latte, tomato, basil
POSITANO PIZZA
Soppressata, finocchiona, hot honey
TRUFFLE TAGLIATELLEBlack truffle, parmigiano reggiano
ORA KING SALMON
Cedar plank roasted
WOOD-GRILLED HALF CHICKEN
Roasted potatoes, chimichurri
PRIME NEW YORK STRIPWith bearnaise, chimichurri,
or serrano tomato sauce
TIRAMISU
Carajillo cream
FIRE-ROASTED CHEESECAKE
Berry compote
From the Amalfi Llama website: “We want to bring you the love and warmth of both the southern Andes and Italian dining room while you sit back and sip handcrafted cocktails or discover your new favorite wine.”
BEST DINING OPTIONS AT THE MALL
Here is my full list of “Restaurants and Bars at Westfield UTC Mall San Diego.”
