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A R Valentien


3.5 of 5 stars 9 ratings  |  Write a review
  • Cuisines: American, Californian
  • 11480 N Torrey Pines Rd, La Jolla, CA 92037
  • (858) 777-6635

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2 of 5 stars
New York City
23 Oct 2009

I wanted so badly to like this restaurant. I love golf, so eating next to Torrey Pines was meant to be special. More importantly, it was our 25th wedding anniversary and so the meal needed to be special. Unfortunately, the food is quite average and it's dripping in butter. We tried to get them prepare our meal in a lighter... more

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4 of 5 stars
Los Angeles, CA
8 Aug 2009

Lunch on the patio was wonderful because of the ambience. The server was good but not very attentive as we had to request refills for our drinks rather than having them attended to automatically. Food was good, but pricey as expected. more

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3 of 5 stars
Tennessee
16 Jun 2009

This dinner was much anticipated and therefore this review may be seen as overly critical by some. My view is that when you are charged for excellence, then it must be provided. Our experience was not of that caliber. The entrees were mediocre as was the service. There was never a memorable moment as there should be when the chef... more

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5 of 5 stars
Pt. Loma
17 Jan 2009

My Bro commented, "They must use a stick of butter with each dish!" Yeah, the four of us had a lushly delightful combo of selections. The onion soup was cheesy and bold. Each vegetable and grain was a taste sensation. The ahi appetizer had an amazing combination of flavors. Chicken on a brick was fine, but it was the kale... more

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5 of 5 stars
Canton, Ohio
20 Mar 2008

We were guests at the Lodge at Torrey Pines, so we got an email advertising their Artisian table on Thursday nights. We thought that it sounded interesting and a good value, so we made a reservation. It was one of the best meals that I have ever had. They did an affluent Mexican theme at the turn of the century... more

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5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor reviewer on Facebook
20 Nov 2007

You will not find food prepared as well anywhere else! Market-fresh, light seasoning brings out the flavor in every ingredient. Amazing food! Excellent Executive Chef Jackson! Exclusive restaurant. more

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5 of 5 stars
vista, ca
31 Aug 2006
3
people found this review helpful

We celebrated our wedding anniversary at A.R. Valentien for our first visit to this restaurant. The food was very good with unexpected combinations which proved to be very flavorful. The view, we sat on the patio, was exceptional with the golf course, trees, ocean and sunset. Our one and only complaint would be the screamning children in the swimming pool... more

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5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Member
California
20 Aug 2005
9
people found this review helpful

We had a superb meal here for our anniversary. The menu is based on fresh seasonal produce and is extremely light and creative. I had the tomato tasting menu and was very pleased with the flavors. Service was also excellent, "correct" as the French would say--professional, very eager to please, but not cloyingly familiar. Overall an excellent meal--not cheap but... more

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A R Valentien Address

11480 N Torrey Pines Rd, La Jolla, CA 92037
Tel: (858) 777-6635
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.