Piedra Santa

The food here is fantastic much better than STK, which is nice. The place is still new so I think they're still working out kinks (2 months) I sat at the bar and waited over a minute to be greeted. No worries 👍 I started off with a mixed drink an old fashioned with hints of chocolate. Fantastic! I opted for the beet salad and skirt steak via their recommendation. I was concerned because skirt steaks can be chewy. This was rare cooked to perfection 👌 the thin end was slightly over salted, but it was okay as it moved down the steak. I did request the beet salad to come out first, instead I received a steak and my mushroom side first. The waiter was apologetic, but these are the small details that don't go unnoticed. After the sitting at the bar for over a minute before a greeting I was surprised. Besides these two small issues the meal was delicious the food is fantastic here and worth the price, the service for the price needs to catch-up, but they're new and I anticipate they will strive to be perfect 👌 100% will return this place has a lot of potential to be perfect! A great addition to downtown!

Amazing experience at Piedra Santa! The restaurant has very elegant and modern decor, which makes the atmosphere feel relaxed and pleasant. The staff were very nice, and brought food and drinks at a timely manner. The food tasted amazing, and the chefs prepare their plates to look like art, which is also very sight pleasing. My favorite plate was the Scallops Tiradito, cooked to perfection, outer layer mild seared, and inner layer fresh and soft texture, comes along with chefs sauce in the middle of the plate to blend rich flavors. The cocktails were very delicious, strong but well balanced flavors, and are also very well presented, given a brief inspiration behind the drink. Over all, my wife and I enjoyed it very much, and definitely will enjoy being a regular to this fine cuisine restaurant.

Stopped in for a quick drink and a late-night snack and left with plans to return for a full-blown dinner. The bar service? Solid. The food? Tasty enough to earn a spot on my “come back hungry” list. There’s a cool, understated vibe here—think moody lighting meets steakhouse swagger. Didn’t get the full steakhouse experience yet, but from the little taste I had, it’s worth circling back soon.

This place is awesome. The service was amazing. I think our severs name was Eric . We were a party of 6 . Order the Carpaccio it was prepared table side . It was very delicious. If you like short ribs treat your self to that here . The sides they offer here are very delicious as well.Hands down a great experience. The mood in the restaurant was very lively . We went on a Thursday.

We had a fantastic experience dining at Piedra Santa. The Tiradito scallops were delicate and flavorful, the filet and skirt steak were perfectly cooked, and the truffle fries were a standout. Even the broccolini was delicious, perfectly charred and seasoned with red pepper. The cocktails were inventive and beautifully presented. Each one felt like a unique experience. The smoke adds a fun element of flavor and adds to the experience. What really elevated the evening was the level of care and service. My wife has a dairy allergy, and the team was incredibly accommodating, offering clear guidance and adjustments without making it feel like a hassle. The ambiance strikes a great balance between classy and refined, but not stuffy or overly formal. It was a welcoming, comfortable setting that made for a relaxed and enjoyable meal. A special thank you to our server, Juan, who was warm, attentive, and made sure everything ran smoothly from start to finish. We’ll definitely be back. Highly recommend.

Piedra Santa is a must-visit in Little Italy! The food is unique, delicious, and beautifully presented. Cocktails are true works of art -perfectly balanced and crafted. The atmosphere is absolutely gorgeous. Staff is incredibly friendly and helpful, making the whole experience even better. Amazing food, amazing drinks, amazing vibe — can’t wait to come back!

The oysters here are really good. Plump, fresh, and they don't serve you any dud oysters like some other places. For 1.50 a piece during happy hour, which goes until 6:30 during the week, I was pleasantly surprised. They also make sure to cut the foot fully, so you don't have to detach the oyster from the shell yourself. That attention to detail is appreciated. Along with the horseradish and mignonette, they come with an aioli like sauce that was a new oyster topping to me. Very good. My steak was perfect. It had a nice char from the grill, while still very tender and moist. Came with a reduction that added to the flavor, but didn't hide the quality of the steak. You could tell it was a prime cut. I was very happy with my meal, both in quality and value. The interior is very artistic, a good date spot. I will definitely be back to explore the rest of the menu.

Piedra Santa New Argentinian Steak House located in little Italy, San Diego! Definitely a must try during their Happy Hour! Sunday -Thursday 4-6PM! 12 oz Prime Steak $24, Lobster Mac and Chesse $18, Empanada Trio $18, All super good the lobster had a lot of flavor super delicious! The empanadas were also really good! must try! they give you one pork one chicken and one beef! Steak was good but not the best I’ve had could use more flavor or seasoning! But for 12oz and $24 it’s a good deal! Got the Scallops. Listen I like fish and sushi but the Scallops here were not my favorite to salty and they cut the scallops almost like sashimi changing the texture by a lot. Scallops were $16 this was all during the Happy hour! Service was good and attentive! Definitely a nice place to check out when in San Diego! Nice decor and atmosphere!

very nicely atmosphere. The rib eye was tender, juicy and very very tasty. Our server was Juan, he is very knowledgeable and friendly. Every one on the staff was great. An excellent culinary experience.

Had an amazing time celebrating my birthday! Juan was so kind and gave amazing recommendations. Definitely recommend this spot for great food and beautiful ambiance.

Tucked in Little Italy, this relatively new gem is as stylish as it is welcoming. Parking can be a bit of a game depending on the time of day (call ahead to ask about validations), but I opted for the far simpler route, walking. The restaurant itself feels elegant and upscale, with a sleek descent into the dining space. I was warmly greeted upon arrival and quickly joined my friends. This outing doubled as my birthday celebration, and we just made it in time for Happy Hour, which runs until 6:30. The menu offered plenty of temptations, so we started with a spread: Oyster Rockefeller, lobster mac, wagyu sliders, and a few raw oysters. I skipped the raw ones, but everything else was excellent. The Oyster Rockefeller (four for $10) were plump and perfectly balanced with their toppings. The lobster mac? Heavenly silky, rich, and so well-seasoned I could have happily devoured two portions as my entrée. The wagyu sliders also impressed, though I only nibbled a piece to save room. Pro tip: ask for a touch more sauce to take them over the top. For my main, I found myself torn between the salmon and the sea bass. Our server recommended the latter, and though my instincts leaned salmon, I took her advice. The sea bass arrived beautifully cooked, tender and flaky, with subtle sweet notes that paired nicely but it lacked the crisp finish and portion size I'd been promised. A solid dish, though next time I'll trust my gut and go with the salmon. One small miss: while many restaurants of this caliber surprise you with a birthday dessert, I received instead a handwritten card. Sweet, yes, but a celebratory bite would have been the icing on the cake (literally). Still, that minor detail didn't overshadow an overall delightful experience filled with excellent food, polished service, and an ambiance that feels like a treat in itself.

We came here for Restaurant Week. The restaurant is wonderfully decorated. Watch your step when you first walk in. Our server was great. Friendly and checked on us often. What we ordered El Divorcio - drink came out smoked. Great presentation Roasted Beet Salad - loved Charred Caesar - bf loved it. He never had charred Caesar before. It was different for him King Salmon - so good. Perfectly cooked New York Center Cut - bf liked Dulce de Leche Flan - good Vanilla Pancotta - was nice and light We also order a side of charred Broccolini We enjoyed everything. Definitely want to come back to try other things. Server said to come back for happy hour.

I decided to come here during restaurant week because new places are usually a hit and a miss. Parking is the usual - street parking in downtown or those prepaid parking structures The interior of this restaurant is absolutely beautiful! It was giving a summer in Italy/Greece. There were two sides happy hour side or dinner side. The happy hour is Sunday - Thursday from 4 to 6:30pm. Friday and Saturday from 4pm to 6pm. When we first sat down we sat at the happy hour side then Juan (our server) was nice enough to move us and to the best seat in the house. We had full view of the kitchen and meat storage. We started off with some cocktails and oyster Rockefeller. The oyster was phenomenal! It was creamy yet flavorful with little bits of bacon fat or beef fat in there. In addition to this we got the short ribs, empanadas and New York steak with sides of lobster Mac n cheese & mushrooms. The mushrooms were alright and the lobster Mac didn't have lobster at first but when we informed the Juan and his team. They had changed it out for us right away. For a place that just opened for only 3 to 6 months. Service is amazing and food is immaculate! I would def come back not just for happy hour but regular menu as well!

Went there for Restaurant week. The restaurant is beautiful. Great atmosphere and beautifully decorated. We tried the empanada trio, charred Caesar ( not my favorite) and the Braised beef cheek ( outstanding). The entranha was delicious and perfectly cooked. The King salmon was good but the gnocchi was quite big and gooey. We also ordered the NY steak with au gratin ( delicious), crab cake ( really good) and the cream of spinach ( did not disappoint). Their chimichuri is also good. For dessert the flan was really good. Overall good dinning experience.

We looked around at some restaurant week menus that were nearby. Everything on their set courses sounded really good. Highlights were the cheek app, entrana prime steak, side of mushrooms, and flan off the restaurant week menu. We also ordered the tuna tartar, which was very good. Oysters looked good but we already ordered too much. I really liked the ambiance. Dark chic and they paid attention to details. Even the restroom had nice floor tiles. All of the staff was very nice and professional. My friend didn't know what wine he wanted, so the server ask a few questions and brought him something he really enjoyed. Parking is probably the only negative, but it's DT/LI, so to be expected. There's plenty of pay lots nearby or maybe you can snag street parking for free after 6pm.

Visited Piedra Santa earlier this summer for my birthday dinner and wow, it was impressive! The perfect spot for a celebration or special date night. Went with a group of 8 and tried almost everything on the Argentine inspired menu from the seafood tower, to empanadas, candle butter in a loaf of bread, and of course dry age steak and some mixed cuts like sweetbreads and sausage. Definitely ask for the chimichurri. Dinner was very expensive, but worth the price for flavor, service, and presentation. Some of the cocktails even came out with a little bit of a show.

We came here for a friend's birthday dinner on a Tuesday and arrived just after 5 PM to take advantage of their weekday Happy Hour. Our group of 8 was seated right away. The interior is beautiful -- modern and upscale, but not stuffy. Definitely feels like a fresh take on a traditional steakhouse, and I was excited to try it since I lived in Buenos Aires for a few months and have a soft spot for Argentine-style steak! My friend had made a reservation in advance and specifically requested a booth table for her birthday. When we arrived, they initially seated us at a standard table in the middle of the restaurant. We asked about the booth, and after waiting a bit, the staff was able to move us. It worked out, but it did feel like a bit of a miss -- especially for a celebration dinner where ambiance makes a difference. Happy Hour -- Great Value (Mostly) Happy Hour runs until 6:30 PM, which is generous compared to most places. The HH menu has a great selection, including steaks and solid side options. One of my friends had previously raved about the scallops (which were still listed online), but when we asked, our server said they had already been removed from the HH menu. A little frustrating, since the website hadn't been updated. I ordered the prime steak (medium rare) with a side of broccolini (they didn't offer grilled veggies). The steak came out correctly and was tender, with creamy mashed potatoes on the side. I asked for chimichurri, but it came with a different sauce -- again, a minor detail, but part of a pattern. Other Dishes + Service Misses Mushrooms: tasty, but uneven seasoning -- some bites were extremely salty. Friend's mom's steak came out more medium-well than medium-rare. When she brought it up, the staff member replied, "That's because it's dry-aged...and you're getting it for Happy Hour." That rubbed all of us the wrong way -- dry-aged or not, the doneness should match the request, and Happy Hour pricing shouldn't mean lower standards or snarky comments. One salad was never brought out but was charged -- luckily we caught it and had it removed. Our server seemed genuinely surprised, so it felt like a kitchen miscommunication. I had to mention my missing chimichurri to the runner (not our server), as none of the food was delivered by the person actually taking care of our table. Except he did bring ou,t the little birthday dessert which was panna cotta and it was pretty good. At the end, we asked to split the bill 3 ways, but were told they don't allow any bill splitting at all. That surprised us, especially for a higher-end place. Most fine dining restaurants allow splitting up to a certain number of ways, so this felt unnecessarily rigid. Also worth noting: the broccolini was $16, which felt overpriced for a simple veggie side compared to what you get at other steakhouses. * Food: 3.5/5 * Service: 3/5 * Ambience & Decor: 4/5 Beautiful setting, generous Happy Hour window, and good food overall -- but the small service issues and tone from some staff left us feeling a little let down. For a birthday dinner, you expect just a bit more attention to detail. Still, I'd be open to coming back with a smaller group to see if it was just an off night.

Beautiful restaurant I came here for my friend/coworkers birthday on a Saturday and easily found parking a block away. We had a party of 10 and our server was able to check us out individually! Thankful for that I got the beet salad, placebo (mocktail) drink and the jidori chicken. 8/10 for this evening out. Will def get the steak next time!

Food 5 * Came here for Happy Hour - Had oysters, oysters Rockefeller, empanada - Everything was delicious and great portion size. Service 5* Our service was super nice, came by to check on us frequently, but also gave us space. Ambiance : 10 - Love the decor here, it's very European. I love it!

Didier is a top notch professional. I've been to restaurants all over the USA and outside of the USA and I am blow ln away by the decor, service and attention to detail here and the food, obviously! Didier has set the tone for a top notch experience! From the host, Omar my waiter, to all the multiple staff members that kept my drinks full and made sure I had everything I needed, thank you! Last but not least , thanks to the amazing chefs as well , that make this restaurant special. Food: the food here is simply amazing! The fresh home made bread was great. They are using top notch ingredients for their bread. It Came out with melting butter! So much flavor and made fresh! The Beef carpaccio is amazing! Assembled fresh at the table. Refreshing and packed with flavor. I don't drink alcohol, and you shouldn't either. It's really bad for you. lol the mocktail "Espuma de frambuesa" was phenomenal. Packed with flavor and freshness and zero alcohol! The whipped mashed potato's are so good. A ton a flavor and made fresh. The Argentinian sausage is full of flavor. Cooked to perfection. Every bite was simply delicious! The skirt steak was cooked to perfection as well. Every bite is an explosion of flavor! The dessert, one of a kind! So much flavor. Perfectly sweet. Not too much, not too little. Just perfect. The Latte was a great way to finish off an amazing dinner! The decor is simply amazing. Whoever designed this place, took a lot of time and paid a lot of attention to the small details. Some of the things I noticed is the artwork. I love the artwork that's spread throughout the restaurant. The color for the seating is amazing. The paint selection for the restaurant is amazing. Little things like actually having real towels in the restroom for the guests. Those small touches go above and beyond to make this restaurant stand out and be unique. Once again, exceptional service from Diedier, Omar and his team. The host was very friendly as well. I wish I would've got her name. I'll definitely be back here ASAP. If you're in the San Diego area or visiting, I suggest you give this place a try. You will be very happy with your selection! This is my 1500 review on yelp and I'm glad that I got to stop at your establishment today. Thank you for the kind hospitality, I'll be back soon. Easiest five star review ever !

Beautiful restaurant - the attention to detail and design is amazing. The manager Didier and server Sol were awesome. Although the meal did not start off well, it definitely got better as the evening progressed. I was informed they had double the usual reservations tonight, and I can totally understand why. We ordered the beef tartare, Caesar salad, truffle fries, Mac and cheese, and two steaks - the dry aged NY and the Argentinian ribeye. Both were excellent but the dry aged NY was much better - so good that we then ordered the dry aged TBone. This place has only been open a few months, but it is obvious the word has spread. I hope they continue the high level of service and food quality. I'm positive Didier will make sure of that.

I love me some Argentinian steak & was super stoked to hear about this new restaurant! The restaurant is on a corner & a bit hidden because it is on a lowered level. Friendly & professional service! They have a slew of steak options & if you are not a fan of red meats, they also serve chicken, seafood & vegetable dishes. Delicious cocktails! & let them know if you are celebrating anything special. Entrana: Tender, flavorful & delicious! Make sure to try their complimentary sauces, my favorite was their Chimichurri. White Cheddar Fontina en Groyere Mac & Cheese: Very cheesy & yummy. Parking can be very difficult here with metered parking & expensive paid lots.

STEAK STEAK STEAK (3.85 stars) - FOOD: average - PRICE: pricy but not fully matching qualify - SERVICE: exceptional - AMBIANCE: gorgeous Delving into a carnivore side of me. Ive been to many of the top steak restaurants in San Diego and majority of time wasn't too excited about the experience. This place was similar. But they had a nice selection on the menu, beautiful esthetics and layout, and the staff were a pleasant to chat with. They do have happy hour from 4-6pm. :: ORDER :: SATURN ($10/HH price) - I was requesting a gin drink and this was offered - off the menu. It is similar to the Rosario, Rosario but has gin. The taste was nice - refreshing, fruity, and tart. RECOMMEND OYSTERS ($1.50/HH price) - the offering that day was Fanny Bay oysters from WA. I was skeptical because although I like Fanny Bays I like them NOT from PWN. Oysters from PNW tend to be big, plump, and very briny. I am NOT a fan of briny. But I was told these ones were that bad. They weren't decent... plumpy with some sweetness and manageable briny. I usually dont add all the fixing to oysters because that overs up true flavors but I added a little to cover the briny. And I did find shells in my oyster. Who was shucking them? Might need some extra training because it's not great fishing our shells either my tongue or crunching on tiny fragments. Definitely not my favorite and not oyster profile preference but it was pleasantly edible. RECOMMEND BIFE ANCHO ($62) - USDA prime Boneless Rib Eye. Had it medium well but felt well done. I've ordered many steaks medium well and they have come out moist and juicy. Not so much here. Perhaps I should have gone medium to level up to a regular medium well. I picked this because you come to a steak house to eat steak and this one was an Argentinian Rib Eye. It fell a bit short from expectation. My meat tasted well done, dry, and the sauce it came with didn't owe me or add a nice punch of flavor as it was subtle and more olive oil than anything. With the presentation of steaks behind the glass case and at that price point I felt let down. Good but not great. CHARRED BROCCOLINI ($16)- average.. tasted like any other charred broccolini if you buying it from a less expensive restaurant to a fancier restaurant - tasted the same. I usually leave room for dessert but what I ate didn't blow me away and seeing the selection of desserts didn't interest me. Ended up walking 1.5 blocks over to Extraordinary Desserts. May be back for more of the HH menu! I feel that itself is worthy for another visit or even a visit if it's your first time. If you want to experience affordable steak here before going all out - they have skirt steak offering on the happy hour menu. Until the next review...

We went for happy hour. We made a reservation because online it wasn't clear that there was a designated area for happy hour (the bar or "patio"). So we were sat without a HH menu, and then had to move. Not a huge deal - they just need to add a note to the happy hour menu of what the allowed areas are. Our server was friendly, but very busy. All the happy hour tables were full, and he seemed to be working all of them. They were out of the cocktail I wanted, but he suggested the Rosario Rosario, which was kind of a tiki like drink. It was good, but I choose to change to wine for my second drink. We ordered several things to share. We started with the empanadas, which had 3 different fillings. The wedge salad was unique in that it wasn't regular bacon. We enjoyed it. The crudo was probably my favorite. Based on the description, it wasn't my first choice of the seafood options, but our server said it was one of his favorites. I am glad we went with his recommendation. The steak was a great deal and was cooked just as we hoped. Overall, this spot is definitely on the pricier side - even ordering off the happy hour menu. Service was good though, and while it won't be a regular spot, I will return.

Great location. Amazing food. Good service. Beautiful ambiance. And amazing happy hour! My family of 4 loved our happy hour meal there. The kids wanted to go again next time we're in San Diego. We loved pretty much everything we ordered, especially to oyster Rockefeller which we ordered a second portion of. My only complaint is the happy hour steak was pretty sad. For a steakhouse, I expected better, even for happy hour prices I feel like you can serve a smaller piece of nicer quality steak or even a higher priced happy hour ribeye or something.

Came here for Restaurant Week and had a great experience. We showed up around 5:30 to catch their happy hour (ends at 6, which is super rare for a Friday). My girlfriend and I tried all the happy hour cocktails, and our favorites were the Soldado Criollo and the Rosario, Rosario with Love. The Soldado was like an Old Fashioned with a twist -- chocolate and pecan flavors that made it really unique. The Rosario was fruity, tropical, and refreshing without being too sweet. For apps, we got the Oysters Rockefeller and the Kampachi Crudo. The oysters had a good amount of spinach and cheese on top, though the oysters themselves were medium-small, still worth the $10. The crudo was super fresh -- I love kampachi, and the sun-dried tomatoes plus the sauce gave it a nice refreshing pop. For mains, we went with the dry-aged steak and the beef cheek. The steak was cooked perfectly medium-rare, seasoned just right, not too salty, with a hint of rosemary. Honestly, way better than I expected. The beef cheek was a standout too -- ridiculously tender and packed with flavor. We wanted the empanadas, but they sold out before we got there. Dessert-wise, we tried both the flan and panna cotta. The flan is on the sweeter side, while the panna cotta is more subtle but still really good. Service was great the whole time. Our waiter was super attentive and everything came out quickly. They actually brought us the wrong drink at first, but they fixed it right away with no issues, which I appreciated. It was a very classy place with beautiful decor and with staff that were great at their job. Overall, really solid spot with tasty food, great cocktails, and awesome service. Definitely planning to come back (hopefully to try those empanadas next time).

Service (5) Really top notch server, a gentleman in glasses who let me taste 3 Malbecs to help me decide. Food (4.5) Excellent bone-in filet, and A5 wagyu plus everything else. Fresh baked bread also a standout. Only let-down was the Entrana prime skirt, but it was still decent. Schooner Red 10 Malbec was an excellent pairing. Ambience (5) What a beautiful place! Painting behind bar is extraordinary. Price (4.5) Most things were decently priced actually for a high-end steakhouse, unless you opt for the ultra luxurious "Magnum" large-cut meats or A5 Wagyu. X-factor (5) No pretense, dress-however-you-like high-end steakhouse that is also modern chic is a pleasant surprise in my book.

Stopped by Piedra Santa for Happy Hour on Monday as our fancier meal for the vacation and it did not disappoint. They've been open for a few months now and we were lucky to get there on one of their less busy days. No shortage of things to look at in this restaurant from the umbrella shaped lamps and faux flowers/foliage on the ceiling to the meats/seafood on display. There's also a giant painting of lady lying down and holding a tomahawk steak that I found particularly amusing. Shout out to the really nice bathrooms with washcloths instead of disposable paper towels. Loved all the food and happy hour pricing here, but here's my ranking in descending order: Oysters Rockefeller - 4 enormous oysters topped with thick cut bacon and creamed spinach. These were ridiculously good and only $10. We asked for a second order of these after we finished everything. Lobster Mac & Cheese - creamy goodness with perfectly done pasta and big chunks of lobster. Kids remarked that this was the best Mac & Cheese they've ever had. Braised Beef Cheek - the beef is fall apart tender and amazing. Cauliflower puree was quite a bit on the sweet side. Prime Steak - getting a dry aged steak with a side of mashed potatoes is pretty amazing at this happy hour price. Cooked perfectly to our request of medium rare. Empanada Trio - universally liked by our group was the Beef Empanada. Pork chile was a bit too spiced and spicy for the kids. Chicken came in last for our rankings as it was a bit on the dry side. Chancho Wedge Salad - well-dressed with plenty of blue cheese. These crispy pork belly was the star of the show. Tuna tartare - really liked the presentation. The tartare acting as a well for the ponzu sauce was fun, but ultimately would have liked the sauce on the side to portion out myself (it was too much sauce for the fish portion and it also started leaking out of the tartare bowl and didn't look that appetizing as a pool of ponzu). Our servers were great and gave us plates to share everything. Had a really awesome and memorable time here.

We stopped in for happy hour on a Thursday. Bar service was great. Despite how nice it looks from outside, the interior is pretty tasteless. Art of a grecian woman laying holding a steak, cheaper furnishings. When we asked where they sourced their oysters from, they did not know. Should have known better than to order a few, they looked to be pacific and were not good. I would not recommend the tuna tartare. It did not come with caviar (sturgeon) despite the menu description, nor even roe that I see other pictures seem to have. They serve it in a circle mold and pour the soy based sauce in the center, making it extremely salty, especially since it is not served with any carb like crackers or chips. Ordered steak medium rare, received cold rare with a broken wooden skewer in the center. The chicken empanada from the trip was the best thing we had. The chimichurri left a lot to be desired. Beware that the cocktail descriptions do not include all ingredients, and even leave off liquors. Also there is a 3% fee to pay with credit card!! Not mentioned on the menu, only on the bill.

A new and beautiful addition to downtown San Diego! Piedra Santa is an upscale, lively dining experience, serving up flavors from Argentina. - PARKING - There are a few 2-hour metered spots around the neighboring streets, so just be mindful of how long you'll take, and if you're within the time frame the meters are on. - SERVICE/ENVIRONMENT - Beautiful dining areas, whether you're seated in the front where all the blossomed trees are, or in the back where a more romantic dimly lit ambiance is. You can also see the meat fridge where an impressive selection of steaks are, as well as all the seafood stacked high on ice. Service was extremely attentive from start to finish, and I have to give a specific and heartfelt shoutout to our main server, Eric. He truly has got to be one of the most amazing staff we've interacted with, across all restaurants we've been to. He made us feel so welcomed and taken cared of throughout our meal. If you're lucky to have him as your server, make sure to thank him because he deserves all the recognition! - FOOD/DRINK - Rosario, Rosario: Fruity and fun! Definitely strong but the tropical flavors are so refreshing at the same time. Cobra Clutch: Stunning wood smoke presentation, and the drink itself was beautiful as well. If you like smokey flavors, you'll enjoy this drink! Tuna Tartare: Beautifully presented, and the flavors mixed so well together! Everything tasted fresh, and made me very interested in trying out more seafood in future visits. Beef Carpaccio: Table side service, and you see the dish being created in front of your eyes. Delicately prepared and beautifully presented. Parradilla for 2: If you're indecisive like me, this is the option to go for! A sample of a variety of their meats, all served on a sizzling plate! The presentation here for all dishes are truly top notch! Every meat was delicious, and paired with their chimichurri... outstanding! My personal favorite was probably the Bone-In Short Rib, but the Skirt Steak, Morcilla Sausage, and Paisa Chorizo were all so good as well. Humita: The corn cream was a delicious side to the Parradilla, as the subtle sweetness from the corn helped break up the salty and meaty main dish. Potato and Mushroom Gratin: Decadent, but the flavors here mixed very well! Definitely a delicious side to share. - OVERALL - An outstanding experience from start to finish. You will not be disappointed in the quality of food, nor the presentation of the food - everything was amazing! Thank you again for the warm welcome and amazing hospitality to our server Eric, and both managers that ended up visiting our table several times!

This place is AMAZING!!!!! We had the pleasure of having Sol as our server and she was GREAT! From her welcoming attitude to the recommendations, everything! Don't get me started with the food! It is AMAZING! My husband and I were sold when we saw its an Argentinian Steakhouse! Their cuts, the sides, and the Tuna Tartare! Like butter! The ambiance is great! Very intimate, lively. Perfect for us to celebrate our 1st week of being married. Will definitely recommend and return!

After an amazing renovation, Piedra Santa opened up an aesthetically beautiful restaurant. There is a big, luxurious looking bar and many tables. The wonderful thing is that you can make a reservation for Happy Hour. The menu for Happy Hour is on their website and contains many interesting choices of food and drink. The only choices for wine are the house wines. They have only 4 cocktails on the HH menu and a non-distinct selection of beers. I had the empanadas. There are 3 different ones in an order. They were good. My husband had the wedge salad which he said was good. We ordered artisan rustic bread which was recommended by a friend. It was good, but not outstanding for something for which there is a charge. The HH was not that unusual compared to those in the neighborhood. The prices for some items were high for a HH.

Don't think. Go!! Beautiful interior. Quality of the steaks were amazing! Sides were good. The salads were incredible! We got the wedge and the Caesar. Highly recommend both! Staff was amazing. They even came back to bring us Blue Cheese olives for our martinis after they were out and made it a point to come to our table and give us the few they had left. I will definitely be going back.

I was definitely excited to try out this place with Hubby, and didn't realize it's only been open for a month. This is definitely a solid 5 ! From the ambience to the food quality and overall service... everything was exceptional. I'm goad to have found my favorite steakhouse in SD The Patagonia salad was refreshing. We also love that the pork sausage was not salty. The 20oz rib eye was cooked to perfection- tender, flavorful and juicy! The side dish of broccolini was perfect. Outstanding service! Def great for date nights!

I can rate this place even more than 5-star! The meat is all quality! Love love love the food... from appetite to main entree to dessert! Never miss the sweet corn, and the lobster mac 'n cheese. For the main, "Parilla" and Tomahawk... the best! Love the ambiance, very classy! Customer service is first class! I will definitely come back!!!

This place is AMAZING! From the decor to the service and food and drinks. Everything was Amazing! Our server Riva was a rockstar! Everything I tasted was awesome. I have no complaints. I highly recommend this place.

Came to check out this new Argentinian steak house. It's located between little Italy and downtown. We started with the rustic bread ($9) or came with truffle butter which came with a wick lit like a candle to melt over the bread. It was good but more of a show than anything. We also got the Paisa Chorizo ($14) it was an all pork sausage. It came on a bed of grilled onions and bell peppers and topped with chimichurri. It was nicely grilled and very tasty. Since it was an Argentinian steak house we ordered 2 Argentinian cuts of beef. The bone in short rib (Churrasco de Asado de tira $48) was cooked perfectly. Super tender and very flavorful. Short ribs are something that I always order, this was the best I can remember. We also got the Skirt steak (Entrana) $40 it came medium rare and was super tender and tasty. Both meats came with a bulb of roasted garlic and a choice of sauce (peppercorn, bordelaise, chimichurri, bearnaise, or horseradish.) The garlic was a great; very tender, sweet and went great with the beef, the sauces were also good but not necessary. Service was excellent and attentive. They have their aged steaks on display in a room filled with Himalayan salt bricks. The decor is fancy which chandlers and has sort of an art deco vibe. Yet you'd be perfectly fine with jeans. They have a great happy hour 4-6 Mon-Thurs in the bar and tree patio area that I'll have to come back and try. Parking is all on the street so plan to come early and look for parking , Uber, or take the trolly in.

Great Steakhouse right off the main drag in Little Italy! The moment you walk in you are greeted by a beautiful interior with a living ceiling with flowers and then into a formal dining room. The service was phenomenal with multiple people helping check in on us and clear the table. The steak and the Mac and cheese were to die for!

On the border between the neighborhoods of Little Italy and Columbia in downtown is where this new Argentinian steakhouse is located. The space was adjacent to the Best Western Plus Bayside Inn who leased it to the new owners. Unlike most other high end steak restaurants in town, Piedra Santa's ambiance was bright with lots of natural lighting coming through the windows. They don't have a separate room for private events or parties in case anyone was wondering. We visited a few weeks ago during the early days of the soft opening after making a reservation on OpenTable. The hostess stand was situated outside on the sidewalk along India St. Our party was escorted to a table to the right near the kitchen preparation area. A large meat locker with steaks being dry aged was very visible. Through the kitchen window, you could also see a spread of fresh raw seafood on display. Including the central bar area, I estimated that at least one hundred customers could easily be seated. From the three-page food menu, we selected the following to share... * Artisan Rustic Bread * Paisa Chorizo * Potato and Mushroom Gratin * Entrana * Churrasco de Asado de Tira The bread came as a sliced round loaf with a dollop of black truffle butter compound in the middle. A server came by and lit up the butter with a blow torch as it had a wick in the middle to allow the flame to melt the compound. The presentation was fancy, but the melting progressed too slowly so we extinguished the flame and just spread the butter onto the pieces. The chorizo was made up of pork that was grilled. It had onions, bell peppers, and chimichurri on the side. I didn't find this item to be anything special. The creamy and cheesy gratin was more impressive as it was smooth and hearty. The two meat entrees came on separate chopping boards garnished with garlic cloves and cooked tomatoes on the side. We had a choice of sauce for each one, and the picks were bordelaise and chimichurri, respectively. The Entrana was USDA natural certified Angus prime beef as a skirt steak cut. The Churrasco de Asado de Tira was an American wagyu bone-in short rib sourced from Snake River Farms. Both were very tender and flavorful. I applied minimal sauce to my portions as I wanted to enjoy the natural juices of the beef. The quality of the meat and the execution of our dishes were high caliber. The service from our main waitress was pleasant. As we were departing, the hostess showed us a copy of their Happy Hour menu. There were some enticing deals including a 6 oz serving of 28-day dry aged prime steak for $24. We might have to return to Piedra Santa on a Monday to Thursday between 4 and 6 pm when the Happy Hour is in effect.

I have been aware for some time that Piedra Santa Restaurant was set to open. Accordingly, when I saw on social media that it had opened, I made a reservation on Open Table. The restaurant is located on the Southeast corner of India and Ash. There is a very close parking garage on the next block across India Street that is very convenient. Moreover, it is only about $10.00 for two hours. The hostess stand at Piedra Santa is located outside on the sidewalk. I was taken to a table in the dining room on the south end. The "patio" room off the bar is popular for Happy Hour. There is an emphasis on Steak. I wish the kitchen would place a sprig of cilantro on top of the steak when served, for a better visual presentation. There is an interesting wine list, including a Malbec, Altura Maxima. Manager Didier runs the restaurant with expertise and welcome. The service by Riva was kind and efficient. Bravo!

This place lived up to the hype! Excellent food, cool vibe/ambiance, great service, and great energy. Empanadas were very good but lacked crispness Steak was excellent, highly recommend the peppercorn sauce, it's among the best I've had Broccolini was sublime Potato mushroom gratin was the only weak point. It was good, but nothing special Cocktails were on point Only complaint is that the soufflé takes 25 to 30 minutes to make and the server didn't let us know when we ordered entrees. At least it was worth the wait

Un lugar muy acogedor, la comida espectacular y la atencion de Paz fue increible ! Muy recomendendado el lugar, la carne y el marisco muy fresco, la calidad de sus alimentos de primera.

I have been seeing posts about Piedra Santa since before their grand opening and I finally got a chance to check it out for their Happy Hour. Every detail put into this restaurant was beautiful. I had seen pictures but nothing compared to actually being there in person. I came for happy hour and sat at the bar. Juan was my server and he was very knowledgeable and helpful when it came to any questions I had and any recommendations. I ended up getting the Prime Steak, Scallop Tiradito, and oysters. The oysters were so fresh and the cucumber mignonette was a refreshing addition. I also got the scallop tiradito - the perfect balance of citrus with a little bit of a spice to it. For the prime steak, the steak was cooked perfectly and was so tender it melts in your mouth. For dessert, I had the Napoleon and it was the perfect ending to my meal. They definitely did not disappoint and I will definitely be back

Ambiance was great, love the interior design. Very stylish and comfortable.Not sure if my cut of ribeye was off but it was very fatty and greasy, not the typical marbling throughout but rather overwhelmingly fatty. Loved the bread never seen it served in this way.

Juan was the best server and the food was perfect. That ribeye was to die for. I will be back again and again.

There's a new Argentine inspired eatery in Little Italy, San Diego at the corner of Ash and India Street serving cuisine with traditional Argentine flavors with a contemporary approach. My meal started with the Tuetano Beef Tatare with a creative crispy potato pave underneath topped with a prime filet mignon tartar mixed with a host if delicious ingredients. The bone marrow sauce on the plate leveled up the favorable experience to a new level. It was absolutely delicious and paired with with the tartar. This item is available on the regular dinner menu and the happy hour menu at a beneficial price. The black salt that garnished the plate was genius. The other starter thoroughly enjoyed was the baked trio of empanadas. The flavors were a pork in chile verde, a chicken florentine, and the traditional ground beef with black olives. They were all quite tasty, but what really caught my interest was the baked pastry. It was very well prepared. I loved that they were crispy. From the raw bar, I enjoyed the diver scallops tiradito served in a miso-citris sauce with thinly sliced radishes. The diver scallops were semi sweet and offered a nice kiss of the sea. This packed a little heat given the thinly sliced hot peppers a top. The star of the evening was the entraña or 8 oz USDA prime inside skirt steak. The steak was perfectly grilled to a medium rare temperature with a great sear. The steak was beautifully presented on a Piedra Santa Board and came served with a roasted whole half of garlic and a trio of blistered tomatoes, chimichurri and a bordelaise sauces. Both sauce were outstanding. The quality of the skirt steak was something else. Slice after slice melted like butter as I ate it. Do recommend. As a side for the steak, I had the "Humita." It was very good. It was roasted creamy sweet corn with a brûlée of turbinado sugar. The corn was really good. This side dish was definitely on the sweet side but it worked. Finally, for dessert I had the Panna Cotta with a berrie compote. This was a wonderful way to end the already fantastic meal. The panna cotta was delicate and creamy, not to mention super tasty. I could not get enough of that delicious berry compote. The service was top rate. It was attentive and friendly. They definitely want to make sure that you have enjoyed your meal. The interior of the building offers an old school appeal but with certain beautiful modern look. They offer an extensive wine list. If you like dry aged exceptional beef and a well stocked raw bar, this place is for you.

I have a mixed feeling about this restaurant. The hostess wasn't friendy and felt unwelcomed upon arrival. We had a reservation and we were seated right away which was great. Once we sat though, no one came to greet us for at least 10 minutes! Water sever walked by our table many times but didn't bother to fill our glasses. It was during the restaurant week but restaurant week menu wasn't provided until we asked for it which was odd. It took a while for the waiter to come back and asked us if we wanted to order a drink and we asked for sparkling water. I wad so thirsty by that point! Food was decent. It wasn't great but it wasn't bad either. With the lack of service and given the location(hard to find a parking), I probably won't go back.

Last night I had the pleasure to enjoy a dinner with friends at this restaurant. The experience was total gastronomic immersion that left me and my friends wonder how the chef can create such an incredible flavor in all the dishes we consumed. The Service was also excellent, everything including the ambience takes you to a total enjoyment.

Went for a birthday dinner for 14. The restaurant is visually appealing and seemed fully booked so seemed to have a vibe initially. The air was not working and it was extremely humid. The air in bathroom seemed to be working fine but not in dining area. Our guests were extremely uncomfortable the entire 3 hours we were there due to heat. Took a while to order. Ordered off the restaurant week menu. Ceasar salad was not chilled. The salmon was very good. The acoustics were not great - it was loud so it was hard to have a conversation with anyone at table unless they were right next to you. Not that impressed with this restaurant overall but servers seemed friendly.

Tried Piedra Santa in Little Italy for happy hour and loved it! The cocktails were spot on, the oysters super fresh, and the bread was addictively good. The steak on the happy hour menu was so cheap we ordered two -- and they were perfectly cooked and full of flavor. Great vibe, great service -- we'll definitely be back.

Piedra Santa is a wonderful new addition to San Diego's restaurants. They have an awesome happy hour menu and we ordered the steak and beef which was melt in your mouth delicious. The servers were super attentive and professional. The decoration is top notch. This is an awesome place to come for date night. The drinks are on the stronger side. I ordered the best panna cotta ($15) I've ever had in my life. Delicate and creamy, almost tasted like ice cream with a hint of vanilla.

Ambiance is ok, but while we had dinner we had to deal with an alarm enough that our eardrums were about to burst. Service was a little slow despite of not having much customers. Ordered king salmon and I definitely do not recommend this. It was very salty, on the good part I met my water intake for the day.

Much needed date night with fabulous atmosphere! Service was excellent and we were attended to timely throughout the meal! We started with the tuna appetizer that was melt in your mouth good. The seafood selection is on display in the open kitchen and is very impressive! Also the meat selection is displayed beautifully! We also had the bread that was fresh and warmed with melting truffle butter that was lit like a candle. We split the aged ribeye with mushrooms and Mac N cheese on the side, made to perfection! Loved it here!

Food was decent. The beef tartar and the charred Caesar salad were the highlights. Everything else we tried was just okay, nothing particularly memorable. In the middle of dinner the fire alarm went off for about 10 minutes with flashing lights and loud noise. There was no apology, or any gesture from the staff, which felt surprising. Everybody just ignored it. I had also noted in the reservation that it was my husband's birthday, but that was not acknowledged. Overall it was an okay experience, but nothing that makes me want to rush back.

Great restaurant here in little Italy. Probably one of the best steaks I've had in a really long time. The flavor was perfect and even the French fries were top notch. Definitely should put this place in your places to go soon for date night or even a group setting

Wow--everything was incredible! The bread was warm, moist, and absolutely delicious. We shared the Patagonia salad, which struck a perfect balance of sweet from the fruit and salty from the blue cheese--so flavorful. I ordered the Entrana, a cut similar to skirt steak, and it was so good. It came out perfectly cooked medium (even though I usually go for well done), and I wouldn't have changed a thing. The potato and mushroom gratin was another standout--rich, creamy, and full of flavor. I also had the Lino Blanco cocktail, which was light, refreshing, and perfectly balanced. We were celebrating a birthday, and they surprised us with a complimentary dessert--such a thoughtful touch! It is on the pricier side, so I'll be saving this spot for special occasions--but it's absolutely worth it. Highly recommend--can't wait to come back.

This place has the best service and honestly I'm a huge fan of bone in ribeye. This had the best bone rib I've ever had.