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1. Pacific Coast Grill - Cardiff
4.8
Exceptional(9447)
Price: Very Expensive
• Seafood • Cardiff By The Sea
Booked 117 times today
Pacific Coast Grill's oceanfront venue features unique Pacific Coastal cuisine, an oyster bar, select sushi rolls, and a plethora of seafood choices, delicious steaks and more! There are two levels of dining at the new PCG with every dining seat in the house carefully planned to have an ocean view. There are bars on both levels and a heated outdoor patio and a deck with one of the best views of the Pacific Ocean and the line up at Cardiff Reef. You can watch surfers, kite surfers, dolphins, whales and spectacular sunsets from throughout the restaurant.
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2. Jake's Del Mar
4.7
Exceptional(10665)
Price: Moderate
• American • Del Mar
Booked 111 times today
Aloha friends of Jake’s Del Mar! We are open for indoor and outdoor dining, takeout, and delivery. Visit jakesdelmar.com to view our menus or place a takeout order online!Jake’s is the quintessential California oceanfront dining experience. The eclectic menu compliments the casual, yet elegant restaurant atmosphere right on the Del Mar shore. With chef-driven California coastal fare, craft cocktails, and unforgettable ocean views, it’s the best of the west coast. Whether for a date night or a celebration with friends and family, Jake’s serves up something special every time.
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3. Sbicca - Del Mar
4.5
Awesome(2548)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Del Mar
Booked 13 times today
Sbicca - Del Mar is a hot spot for its outstanding food and service. Reviews rave about the 'excellent food and excellent service', 'great ambiance', and 'fun atmosphere with a nice ocean view'. It's also praised for its 'award-winning cuisine', 'Wine Spectator award-winning wine list', and 'great local spot' feel. With its 'great staff', 'wonderful service' and 'nice ocean view', it's no wonder it's loved by the locals and visitors alike!
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4. Il Fornaio - Del Mar
4.4
Awesome(2409)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Del Mar
Booked 23 times today
Step inside Il Fornaio and take a culinary journey through Italy. Early mornings bring rustic, crisp crusted bread hot from the oven accompanied by the scent of fresh brewed espresso. During lunch and dinner hours, pastas and flavorful sauces simmer while meats and vegetables roast over hot coals. Bottles of wine from small, regional wineries are uncorked to complement the dishes, which have been crafted in the custom of Italy's chefs, bakers and homemakers. Specialties include wood-fired rotisserie and grilled meats, poultry and game; house made pastas; pizzas from an oak wood burning oven; fresh salads and house made soups; a wide variety of desserts; and fresh baked bread made daily from scratch. Repeat winner of the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence.
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5. Eddie V's - La Jolla
4.9
Exceptional(5808)
Price: Very Expensive
• Seafood • La Jolla
Booked 114 times today
Eddie V's Prime Seafood is a luxury dining destination known for the seafood flown in from pristine waters around the world, as well as its premium hand-carved steaks. Dishes are artistically prepared and feature an ever-changing array of seasonal seafood, along with critically acclaimed prime center-cut steaks broiled to perfection. The restaurant's award-wining wine list, which has been recognized by Wine Spectator, has more than 300 wines curated by Eddie V's very own Advanced Sommelier. In the V Lounge, guests can sip classic creative cocktails and enjoy signature appetizers.
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6. Piatti - La Jolla
4.7
Exceptional(5145)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • La Jolla
Booked 72 times today
Established in 1987, Piatti offers finely crafted fresh Italian cuisine. The soul of the menu is our housemade pasta that we roll, cut and cook by hand everyday. Offering a fresh take on the neighborhood Italian trattoria, Piatti combines a warm, inviting atmosphere, seamless service and an immersive market experience so you can enjoy Piatti at home. Whether dining in or taking home, Piatti brings friends and family together.
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7. Le Papagayo Encinitas
4.6
Exceptional(2286)
Price: Moderate
• American • Encinitas
Booked 28 times today
Le Papagayo blends New American and Pacific Coast cuisine to create an amazing fine dining experience. The Chef and Myself combine the freshest of local ingredients and flavor to create a unique character for each meal created from scratch. Dining at Le Papagayo is a full experience that will delight all your senses. Amazing food and a warm and inviting dining room which looks like an art gallery are all part of the experience.We also offer a heated patio and unplugged live music every night.
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8. Barbarella
4.4
Awesome(872)
Price: Moderate
• European • La Jolla
Booked 6 times today
Barbarella is a restaurant and full bar located on Avenida De La Playa in La Jolla Shores. Adorned with an eclectic mix of art and boasting plenty of outdoor seating, Barbarella a one-of-a-kind culinary gem with executive Chef Lynn Crawford!
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9. Benihana - Carlsbad, CA
3.3
Good(3916)
Price: Moderate
• Japanese • Carlsbad
Booked 40 times today
Benihana in Carlsbad, CA is a hot spot due to its unique dining experience and high-quality food. Guests rave about the 'entertaining chef', 'great food', and 'fun atmosphere'. The restaurant's ambiance is also consistently praised. With its combination of excellent service, good value, and delicious food, Benihana is a go-to place for many.
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10. Seasons 52 - San Diego - UTC
4.8
Exceptional(5100)
Price: Expensive
• American • University City/Golden Triangle
Booked 29 times today
Seasons 52 is a Fresh Grill and Wine Bar offering a seasonal menu that is naturally lighter and always flavorful. Our seasonal menus feature ingredients at their peak of freshness, oak-fire grilled or brick oven roasted (without a fryer in sight) to be naturally lighter and more flavorful. We also offer an extensive list of wines by the glass and bottle. Here, you'll always feel free to enjoy every bite, every sip, every moment. Lunch and dinner daily with happy hour Monday-Friday from 3-6PM.
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