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The Lodge presents two distinctive San Diego dining options: A.R. Valentien and The Grill. A.R. Valentien is our top-rated signature restaurant featuring a magnificent setting, superior cuisine and elegant décor. The Grill offers a casual and convenient dining experience, along with The Bar, an ideal gathering place for friends and associates.

The Lodge is also home to a variety of culinary events, including our weekly Artisan Table, the annual Celebrate the Craft, Craft Food & Beer Series, and holiday specials.

  1. A.R. Valentien

  2. The Grill & Bar

  3. Grill Menu

  4. Culinary Events

  5. Photos and Videos

Dining at A.R. Valentien

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The Lodge’s signature restaurant, A.R. Valentien, takes its name from a talented early-1900’s California artist whose works in ceramics, watercolors, and oils are now valued collectors items. A.R. Valentien features fresh regional San Diego cuisine served in an elegant, timbered room overlooking the 18th hole of Torrey Pines Golf Course. The restaurant’s decor also includes an exhibit of original Valentien artworks.
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Craftsman architecture with metal-strap post and beam:


The restaurant itself is a tribute to Southern California heritage and Craftsman architecture, with a metal-strap post-and-beam structure, handcrafted wood-framed windows, stained-glass lanterns and a frieze painted with pine boughs. The layout of the restaurant is also conducive to elegant San Diego fine dining, with several small rooms and plush booths to lend intimacy.

Executive Chef

Jeff Jackson brings more than 30 years experience to The Lodge at Torrey Pines. As the former Executive Chef at Shutters on the Beach and winner of the esteemed USA Bocuse d'Or Culinary Gold Cup, the cooking of A.R. Valentien is market driven and seasonally influenced. The emphasis is placed on the quality and freshness of foodstuffs, which are prepared with the least amount of handling, and cooking methods that benefit the flavors and textures to the fullest.
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Grill Menu

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Breakfast
Fruits and Juices

Freshly Squeezed Orange or Grapefruit Juice
Strawberry Orange Juice Strawberry Banana Smoothie
Seasonal Melon
Fresh Grapefruit Half
Seasonal Fruit Plate
Low Fat Yogurt Yogurt with Fruit or Strawberries

Cereals and Baked Items

Homemade Granola with Yogurt and Strawberries
Steel-Cut Oats, Dried Berries, Milk and Brown Sugar
Assorted Cereals with Milk
Lemon Poppyseed, Bran or Blueberry Muffin
Croissant
Specialties

Belgian Waffle, Honey Pecan Butter with Strawberries and Whipped Cream
Buttermilk Pancakes, Maple Syrup
with Strawberries
with Bananas
Blueberry and Granola Pancakes, Maple Syrup Egg Bread
French Toast, Maple Syrup with Strawberries

Café latté, Mocha, Cappuccino Espresso Coffee, Decaf, Hot Chocolate, Assorted Teas

Eggs

Huevos Rancheros, Black Beans, Corn Tortillas
Bacon, Cheddar and Scallion Omelet with Roasted Potatoes
Smoked Salmon, Cream Cheese and Chive Omelet with Roasted Potatoes
Ham and Roasted Pepper Omelet, with Roasted Potatoes
Eggs Benedict with Roasted Potatoes
Eggs Florentine with Roasted Potatoes
Breakfast Burrito with Egg, Chorizo, Cheddar, Green Onion, and Potato
Corned Beef Hash with Poached Eggs and Potatoes
Mushroom Frittata with Roasted Garlic, Goat Cheese, and Parsley
Eggs any Style with Roasted Potatoes with Applewood Smoked Bacon or Chicken Apple Sausage

Lunch
Appetizers

Boston Clam Chowder Smoked Bacon, Onion, Potatoes, Cream
Creamy Tomato Soup Garnished with Fresh Basil add Grilled Cheese Sandwich
Iceberg Wedge Salad Iceberg Lettuce, Roquefort Dressing and Applewood Smoked Bacon
Mixed Greens Salad Cucumbers, Tomatoes, Avocado, and Herb Vinaigrette
Caesar Salad Romaine Lettuce Tossed with Classic Caesar Dressing, Croutons and Parmesan

Sandwiches

Served with Mixed Greens and Ranch Dressing

Tuna Sandwich: Albacore Tuna Salad, Watercress, Tomato and Mayonnaise on Whole Grain
Country Ham Sandwich: Shaved Artisan Ham, Apple Slaw and Sweet Mustard on Grilled Pumpernickel
Pesto Chicken Sandwich: Chicken Breast, Tomatoes, Spring Mix and Pesto Aioli on Toasted Asiago Bread
The Argentina: Grilled Flat Iron Steak, Chimichuri, Roasted Peppers and Onions on Warm Focaccia
Reuben: Corned Beef, Sauerkraut, Swiss Cheese and 1000 Island Dressing on Grilled Rye
B.L.A.T.: Apple Wood Smoked Bacon, Butter Lettuce, Avocado and Tomato on Toasted Sourdough
Drugstore Style Hamburger: Lettuce, Tomato, Onion, Pickle and Mayonnaise on Sesame Seed Bun
Sloppy Joe: Niman Ranch Ground Beef slow cooked in Spicy Tomato Sauce on Kaiser Roll

Main Course

Cobb Salad: Grilled Chicken, Smoked Bacon, Tomato, Egg, Roquefort, Avocado, Blue Cheese Dressing
Grilled Flat Iron Steak Salad: Arugula, Sweet 100 Tomatoes, Crispy Onions and Creamy Red Wine Vinaigrette
Niçoise Salad: Seared Ahi Tuna, Green Beans, Tomatoes, Olives, Egg, Creamer Potatoes and Herb Vinaigrette
Grilled Salmon Salad: Romaine, Cucumber, Red Onion, Capers, Basil, Lemon and Olive Oil
Spaghetti and Meatballs: Marinara Sauce and Grated Parmesan
Grilled Mahi Tacos: Corn Tortillas, Cabbage, Avocado, Sour Cream and Black Beans with Queso Fresco

Side Dishes

French Fries
Mashed Potatoes
Sautéed Spinach, Garlic, Chile and Olive Oil
Grilled Asparagus with Gremolada

Desserts

Vanilla Bean Panna Cotta with Fresh Berries
Dark Chocolate Mousse with Triple Chocolate Cookies
Apple and Cornbread Biscuit Cobbler with Vanilla Ice Cream
Henry Weinhard’s Root Beer Float

Dinner
Appetizers

Fried Calamari Three Dipping Sauce, Parmesan, Lemon
Lightning Amber Ale Steamed Mussels Chorizo, Grilled Scallions
Buttermilk Fried Oysters Tavern Slaw, Remoulade
Roasted Beet Salad Pickled Onions, Pinenuts, Frisee, Watercress
Fennel Salad Mixed Greens, Shaved Fennel, Garlic Vinaigrette, Crostini, Piccoline Olive Pesto
Portuguese Kale Soup Artisan Ham, Potatoes, Chicken Broth
Creamy Tomato Soup Mini Grilled Cheese, Fresh Basil
Sides

Mashed Potatoes
Sautéed Spinach with Garlic and Chile Flakes
Green Beans with Bacon
Grilled Asparagus with Gremolada
Arugula and Parmesan Salad
French Fries

Entrées
Olive Oil Poached Ahi Piquillo Peppers, Herb and Pine Nut Goat Cheese, Olives
Pacific Seafood Stew Shrimp, Mussels, Fish, Potato and Fennel cooked in Savory Seafood Broth
Crispy Skin Salmon Three Peppercorn Crust, Smoked Eggplant, Melted Leeks, Red Wine Sauce
Coq Au Biere Braised Chicken, Mashed Potatoes, Root Vegetables
Confit Duck Leg Gnocchi, English Peas, Red Russian Kale, St. André Cheese, Walnuts
New York Strip Green Peppercorn Sauce, Duck Fat Home-Fried Potatoes, Arugula
Strozzapreti Butternut Squash, Asparagus, Mushrooms, Melted Leeks
Drugstore Style Hamburger Lettuce, Tomato, Onion, Pickle and Mayonnaise, French Fries
 

The Grill & Bar

The Grill offers a casual and convenient San Diego dining experience located adjacent to the practice putting greens and starters club house of the Torrey Pines Golf Course. Whether dining inside or on the patio, you will find a complete menu of your favorite items and beverages. The Bar is the ideal gathering place to end a perfect day on the course with friends and associates.

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Virtual Interior

Below, drag your mouse left to right to see a 360° view of the interior of the Grill & Bar at Torrey Pines Lodge.

Virtual Patio

Below, drag your mouse left to right to see a 360° view of the patio at the Grill & Bar at Torrey Pines Lodge.

Culinary Events


The Artisan Table - Thursday Nights


Take the fresh artisan foods and wines from the best local producers in Southern California, add the warmth and comfort of dining with kindred spirits in a lovely and gracious environment, and you have an exciting new experience in San Diego dining. The Lodge at Torrey Pines will offer a communal Artisan Table dinner, by reservation, each Thursday evening on the Terrace at A.R. Valentien, the signature restaurant at The Lodge. In this relaxed, intimate alternative to traditional restaurant dining, guests will enjoy a variety of seasonal dishes in a convivial, less formal setting, with ten to sixteen at the table. The Artisan Table dinner will include a variety of menu items served family-style in four courses: appetizers, main course, cheese, and dessert and coffee, along with wines selected by the chefs to complement each unique meal. The menu will change weekly as seasonal and specialty foodstuffs become available from the premier local producers.

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Craft Beer and Food Series


Wednesday February 29, 2012
Reception 6:30pm | Dinner 7pm
In celebration of San Diego's reputation for craft beer, The Grill has created a Craft Beer Series. Each event features dishes that are specifically paired with local craft brews. Participating brewers join Chefs Dan Bowling and Kyle Bergman in hosting the events. Past breweries include Lighting, AleSmith and New English. If you cannot catch an event, diners at The Grill can enjoy a prix fixe menu, served daily, paired with beers from our extensive craft beer list.

For more information and reservations please call 858.777.6645

Photos and Videos

Enjoy the gorgeous pictures and videos of the Lodge at Torrey Pines. Both restaurants offer patio seating and indoor comforts. A.R. Valentien is situated to overlook the 18th hole of the golf course while the Grill & Bar is nestled next to the putting greens.

Virtual A.R. Valentien

Below, drag your mouse left to right to see a 360° view of the interior of A.R. Valentien at Torrey Pines Lodge.

Virtual A.R. Valentien

Below, drag your mouse left to right to see a 360° view of the patio at A.R. Valentien at Torrey Pines Lodge.

Photos of A.R. Valentien

The Entrance to A.R. Valentien
The Lounge at A.R. Valentien
The Dining Room at A.R. Valentien
The Terrace at A.R. Valentien
The Dining Room at A.R. Valentien
The Bar at A.R. Valentien

Photos of the Grill & Bar

The Dining Room at The Grill
The Dining Room at The Grill
The Bar
Address: 11480 North Torrey Pines Road
La Jolla, California 92037
Phone: 858.453.4420
   
   
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