Best Restaurants for Birthdays in Scripps Ranch

20 restaurants available nearby

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1. The WineSellar & Brasserie

5.0

Exceptional(1004)

Price: Expensive

• French • Sorrento Mesa

Booked 3 times today

Established in 1988, The WineSellar & Brasserie is San Diego's premiere destination for fine wine and exquisitely crafted locally sourced, organic fare. Consistently ranked among OpenTable's Top 10 local restaurants, The Brasserie has been honored with either Wine Spectator's "Grand Award" and "Best Of Award Of Excellence" every year since our inception. With your meal, enjoy a bottle from the adjoining WineSellar boutique wine shop or choose a wine from our award-winning list. Either way, you’ll find an outstanding selection of unique small-production wines not found anywhere else. Not in the mood for wine? Choose from our rotating list of craft beers or seasonally available craft cocktails.

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2. Ballast Point Brewing Company

4.6

Exceptional(1190)

Price: Moderate

• Pub • La Jolla

Booked 3 times today

Get ready to spend the day with us! A must-see in San Diego, our restaurant is an impressive sight, featuring a sprawling indoor/outdoor dining area, a patio complete with a fire pit, patio games, and a merchandise area. We look forward to welcoming you! Make a reservation in our full-service dining room or enjoy our self-service patio. Our tasting room bar area offers open seating, so drop by and join us for our full menu available throughout the restaurant.

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3. Vittorio's Italian Restaurant- San Diego

4.8

Exceptional(649)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Carmel Valley

Booked 5 times today

Vittorio's Italian Restaurant is a favored spot for celebrations, including birthdays. Reviewers mentioned celebrating birthdays there and enjoying special treats like tiramisu. It's also appreciated for its excellent service and delicious food, making it a perfect place for any celebration.

4. MexicanBar

5.0

Exceptional(1)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Poway

Booked 4 times today

Located in the heart of Poway, MexicanBar offers an authentic and vibrant Mexican dining experience with a modern twist. Reopened in May 2024 after a stunning remodel, MexicanBar features a fresh new look, a lively atmosphere, and a delicious menu crafted to satisfy every craving. From classic Mexican dishes to creative fusion options, we take pride in using fresh ingredients to deliver bold, flavorful meals. MexicanBar also offers a delightful brunch menu, handcrafted cocktails, hand shaken margaritas, and local draft beer to complement any meal. Whether you're here for a casual lunch, weekend brunch, or a festive dinner, our dedicated team is committed to providing exceptional service in a welcoming setting. With a spacious sports bar area, indoor and outdoor seating, and a lively ambiance, MexicanBar is the perfect spot for both family gatherings and nights out with friends.

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5. Javier's - La Jolla

4.6

Exceptional(3567)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • La Jolla

Booked 232 times today

JAVIER'S presents a rich heritage of elevated Mexican cuisine in a friendly, captivating ambiance. Enjoy hand-shaken margaritas, rare tequilas, craft cocktails and a vast selection of beer and fine wines. Dine with us in the main dining room, al fresco patios, one of our semi private dining rooms, or at the exquisite bar surrounded by one of the West Coast's largest selection of the world's finest tequilas. We at JAVIER'S consider all our wonderful customers a part of our family and thank them for their support and sharing in the success and joy that is JAVIER'S. Come experience the freshness of our original Mexican cuisine in a warm, friendly environment at one of our five locations.Please be advised we don't allow strollers. If you bring your stroller we have a designated area to store your stroller while you dine.

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6. Seasons 52 - San Diego - UTC

4.8

Exceptional(5003)

Price: Expensive

• American • University City/Golden Triangle

Booked 60 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-Thursday from 3-6PM.

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7. California English

4.4

Awesome(497)

Price: Expensive

• American • Sorrento Mesa

Booked 17 times today

Located in the Sorrento Valley, California English is the newest culinary creation from celebrity chef, Richard Blais. Blais is creating an all-day menu for California English that’ll interpret classic British dishes through the lens of Southern California ingredients.The idea is a fusion of sorts: the laid-back California lifestyle that makes San Diego so unique, mixed with a cozy pub convivial atmosphere where you can meet friends (or mates) for a pint after work, set up a client lunch with fresh oysters on the menu or have a cozy family dinner over a Sunday roast. Everything on the menu is made from scratch with locally sourced ingredients that make for fresh and flavorful dishes. The effortless vibe of casual yet stylish makes for the perfect place to celebrate the joy of the unexpected coming together to make the perfect culinary match.

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8. South of Nick's - Del Mar

4.7

Exceptional(628)

Price: Expensive

• Mexican • Del Mar

Booked 81 times today

An essential stop in San Diego for Southern California Mexican Cuisine.South of Nick's Mexican Kitchen & Bar features Classic Mexican favorites, prime steaks and seafood with a So Cal twist. Fine Tequilas & Margaritas Our food and drink meets the highest standards of quality, freshness and seasonality and combines both modern-creative and traditional styles of cooking. Nick’s is dedicated to perfecting the dining experience through continuous innovation, offering the highest quality food and beverage, and executing impeccable standards of hospitality. The deeply instilled Nick’s culture is personified by its Ladies and Gentlemen – professionals who share a single focus and are inspired and committed to offering great service and creating positive memorable experiences.

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9. Amaya at Fairmont Grand Del Mar

4.1

Excellent(1359)

Price: Very Expensive

• French • Carmel Valley

Booked 11 times today

Amaya at Fairmont Grand Del Mar combines the spirit of a beloved Parisian brasserie with a farm- and sea-to-table philosophy that celebrates the bounty of Southern California. Savor modern renditions of French brasserie classics including a hearty bouillabaisse, escargot, duck cassoulet, fruits de mer tour and tender filet de boeuf. Enjoy breakfast, lunch or dinner in the shaded terrace surrounded by fragrant blooms, or immerse yourself in the convivial atmosphere of our indoor dining room.Amaya’s menu is defined as much by an allegiance to French tradition as it is to Southern California’s bounty through the seasons. LIVE LIMITLESS - Join the rewards program designed with you in mind. As a member of ALL – Accor Live Limitless, you’ll earn points on dining, experiences and hotel reservations at more than 5,000 hotels worldwide. Enroll at https://bit.ly/3gvDtJG

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10. Beeside Balcony Del Mar

4.5

Awesome(1423)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary European • Del Mar

Booked 36 times today

Beeside Balcony is a hidden gem in old Del Mar, CA with a relaxed seaside chic décor where guests enjoy global mediterranean cuisine and ocean views from the covered outside balcony. A third generation chef of Spanish and Italian descent, and hailing form Paris, France, Christophe's restaurant career began at 17 in the kitchen of his father's restaurant in Pasadena when they first emigrated to the USA. Upon returning to southern California in 2011, Christophe spent 8 years as the managing partner of Eddie V's Prime Seafood in La Jolla. Here he deepened his knowledge of sourcing and cooking the freshest seafood available, while delivering world class service. The laid back coastal vibe of Del Mar, combined with the attention to detail from Christophe's fine dining background, infuses Beeside Balcony with an easy elegance that elevates any gathering, and makes the perfect backdrop to showcase his global mediterranean menu.

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Jay
San Diego •5 reviews
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
Had a party of 10 for a family birthday celebration. We were in a room for larger parties, it was a bit loud with other large groups near us. Food was good, not great; pasta dishes were enjoyed. My wife had an excellent filet, very tender, cooked well, however the gorgonzola sauce was lacking in gorgonzola...a bit bland, more like mayo. She was able to substitute mashed potatoes for some noodles with Alfredo sauce...made her happy. I had the veal parmigiana...was OK, needed a pinch of salt. Finally, the waiter brought a comped order of Tiramisu for the birthday celebrant, but neglected to bring dessert menus for the others...we asked for them and took awhile, then a while before he came back to take dessert orders, and then a while before we were served dessert...the Sorbet to and Spumoni were very good.
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Vittorio's Italian Restaurant- San DiegoPrice: Moderate• Italian• Carmel Valley
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4.8
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EricVIP
San Diego •25 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Great spot for lunch. Outstanding food and service.
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The WineSellar & BrasseriePrice: Expensive• French• Sorrento Mesa
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5
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Kathy
San Diego •14 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jan 4, 2025
I’ve been eyeing this restaurant for a while and wanted to come since people dining there looked like they were enjoying the atmosphere and food. I was not disappointed We were celebrating two birthdays. The food was very good - spiced well, great value, large servings and very reasonably priced. The service was excellent - rarely had to request refills - he was there and taking care of it before we asked. The patio provided our own private party - gas heaters for those who requested them and everyone just got to relax, be served and enjoyed each others’ company. We definitely will be back - thank you for a fun and great afternoon.
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MexicanBarPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Poway
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5
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Anderson
San Diego •9 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jan 4, 2025
We love it here! Come about 2-3 times a year for special occasions or just date nights. Highly recommend it
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Javier's - La JollaPrice: Moderate• Mexican• La Jolla
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4.6
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In-Sung
San Diego •1 review
5.0
Dined on Nov 26, 2024
Food was exceptional! Planning to come back with entire family.
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Ballast Point Brewing CompanyPrice: Moderate• Pub• La Jolla
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4.6

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20 restaurants available nearby

1. The WineSellar & Brasserie

2. Ballast Point Brewing Company

3. Vittorio's Italian Restaurant- San Diego

4. MexicanBar

5. Javier's - La Jolla

6. Seasons 52 - San Diego - UTC

7. California English

8. South of Nick's - Del Mar

9. Amaya at Fairmont Grand Del Mar

10. Beeside Balcony Del Mar

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