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1. Fish House Vera Cruz
4.4
Awesome(270)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • San Marcos
Booked 9 times today
Seafood Restaurant and Fish Market in San Marcos, CA is part of Old California Restaurant Row. Fish House Vera Cruz is known for its fresh grilled seafood over mesquite charcoal. Offering the largest selection of fresh fish and seafood in North San Diego County. If you live near Escondido, Carlsbad, San Marcos, Vista, Oceanside and San Diego area, stop in for our Fresh Fish Market for fresh seafood to grill at home. Our restaurant features multiple Salt Water and Fresh Water fish tanks for a beautiful atmosphere. Check out our full bar and patio for happy hour in San Marcos, CA. We offer private dining and events through our Adobe Room and patio for weddings, baby showers, bridal showers, corporate events and more in San Marcos, CA. Come stop in and Eat Lots of Fish!
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2. Brickmans Restaurant & Bar (formerly The Grill)
4.5
Awesome(154)
Price: Moderate
• American • San Marcos
Booked 12 times today
Brickmans epitomizes the essence of a charming golf-side eatery, exuding a laid-back country club ambiance that effortlessly cultivates a sense of camaraderie and relaxation. Serving as a beloved community hub, it seamlessly transitions from the ideal 19th hole for golf enthusiasts to the cozy familiarity of your best friend's living room or the lively charm of your fun uncle's country club. 
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3. Stone Brewing World Bistro & Gardens
4.6
Exceptional(7146)
Price: Moderate
• Beer Garden • Escondido
Booked 96 times today
At Stone Brewing World Bistro & Gardens, we endeavor to use as much in-season, locally and organically grown produce as possible. It's about much more than freshness and sustainability. Local, organic food--fresh from local growers to your table--simply tastes better and is better for you. With our expansive gardens, patio seating, 36-tap beer systems and select wines you've got a dining experience to satisfy your--body, mind and soul.
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4. Giaola Italian Kitchen
4.0
Excellent(457)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Carlsbad
Booked 8 times today
With a menu featuring the perfect marriage of classic homemade Italian tastes and contemporary flair, Giaola Italian Kitchen invites you to be our guest. Enjoy time-tested recipes and fresh, hearty meals that feed the body and nourish the soul. Welcome to our kitchen. Welcome home.
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5. Campfire
4.8
Exceptional(5280)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Carlsbad
Booked 92 times today
A New American restaurant and cocktail bar with a focus on market driven live-fire cooking, Campfire is a return to the origins of cooking and hospitality, and celebrates the spirit of the name by creating an environment in which we gather around a fire, create honest food, and share it with friends.
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6. Jeune et Jolie
4.9
Exceptional(4095)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary French • Carlsbad
Booked 44 times today
A culinary experience celebrating the moment, Jeune et Jolie reimagines French cuisine through the vibrant lens of our Southern California landscape with a 4-course menu offered at $120 per guest. For those looking for a more casual evening, we feature "Le Menu du Bar”, an à la carte offering available for walk-in guests at our bar and lounge.
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7. Valentina
4.7
Exceptional(1819)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary European • Encinitas
Booked 25 times today
A small neighborhood Spanish restaurant in a cute California beach town called Leucadia.we play music and serve wine, tapas, some cocktails and thoughtful hospitality with some dim lighting in a lively environment.We look forward to welcoming you.
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8. Herb & Sea
4.5
Awesome(2864)
Price: Moderate
• Californian • Encinitas
Booked 75 times today
Blending classic East Coast culinary traditions with a modern Californian sensibility, Herb & Sea is Chef Brian Malarkey’s venerable companion restaurant to the much-loved Herb & Wood in Little Italy. Quickly becoming one of the most sought-after tables in town, the concept shines with a menu that focuses on simple, clean, bright flavors. Located steps from Moonlight Beach in Encinitas, the vibrant space is housed in a 1920’s art deco building that has been restored to its original glory.Daily operations are helmed by Executive Chef Aidan Owens. The menu includes a mix of raw bar staples, fresh seafood, meat dishes, and roasted vegetables. A variety of pizzas and pastas round out the offerings, alongside dessert and a dedicated kids’ menu.The spirits program is bright and playful, emphasizing citrus and floral notes that utilize the same ingredients found on the menu. The wine list offers a similar sense of whimsy, highlighting labels meant to complemen
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9. Pacific Coast Grill - Cardiff
4.8
Exceptional(9227)
Price: Very Expensive
• Seafood • Cardiff By The Sea
Booked 127 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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10. Waverly Restaurant & Lounge
4.7
Exceptional(130)
Price: Expensive
• American • Encinitas
Booked 72 times today
Located in beautiful Cardiff by The Sea, Waverly is a full-service restaurant serving Progressive American cuisine & specialty cocktails with a European influence.Evening Dining Reservation tables will be reserved for 1 hour and 45 minutes for parties of up to 2 and for 2 hours for parties of up to 6.Reservations are weather permitting and may be rescheduled if inclement weather is forecast. You will be contacted by one of our Hospitality Leaders should modifications need to be made to your reservation.*We offer a limited menu happy hour Tuesday through Sunday from 3 to 5 PM. No reservations needed – first come, first served

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  • Teryl
    Seattle / Eastern Washington •1 review
    5.0
    Dined today
    The food is unique and truly amazing, I had been in a couple of months before and couldn't stop thinking about the Pork Porterhouse! Our server Kaden was fantastic and he added to the fun of the evening. He was so attentive and really heard what we like and had great food and wine suggestions. We were celebrating a special occasion and he made the celebration even more special! Jazzie at the bar made us delicious drinks and was so fun and engaging. We will come back just to sit at the bar and enjoy her company! Natalia was terrific, so welcoming and friendly. We really enjoyed our conversation with her! Overall, a delicious, fun and memorable evening. We will be back very soon! Teryl Jackson
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    CampfirePrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Carlsbad
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    4.8
  • Amanda
    San Diego •3 reviews
    4.0
    Dined today
    The food was delicious and the service was amazing! I personally loved that they still had Christmas decorations up. Looking forward to going back during Christmas next year. I recommend sitting outside. The inside of the dining area could use some love. Overall 4 stars
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    Brickmans Restaurant & Bar (formerly The Grill)Price: Moderate• American• San Marcos
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    4.5
  • MayVIP
    San Diego •40 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Good reasonably priced food and good service. Great environment too.
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    Stone Brewing World Bistro & GardensPrice: Moderate• Beer Garden• Escondido
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    4.6
  • Rosy
    San Diego •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on Jan 1, 2025
    Whenever we want to celebrate a special day (anniversary, birthday), we always love to come to Fish House Vera Cruz in San Marcos. The fish is excellent and cooked to perfection and the sides compliment it. We always ask the servers what looks good today and they have never steered us wrong. Love, love, love this place.
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    Fish House Vera CruzPrice: Moderate• Seafood• San Marcos
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    4.4
  • Jeanine
    Chicago / Illinois •7 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Dec 9, 2024
    Great neighborhood restaurant, amazing Food, drinks top notch and our server was awesome!! Will go back!!
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    Giaola Italian KitchenPrice: Moderate• Italian• Carlsbad
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