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A photo of Pacific Coast Grill - Cardiff restaurant
1. Pacific Coast Grill - Cardiff
4.8
Exceptional(9149)
Price: Very Expensive
• Seafood • Cardiff By The Sea
Booked 40 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
4.8
Exceptional(10390)
Price: Moderate
• American • Del Mar
Booked 51 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. Red Tracton's
4.7
Exceptional(1700)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Del Mar
Booked 2 times today
East coast style Steakhouse and Supper Club with roots dating back 75 years plus . Red Tracton's is know for serving only the finest in Prime Beef and Seafood. Quality and quantity is Reds trademark. Live entertainment Tuesday - Saturday at the Piano bar.
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4. Le Papagayo Encinitas
4.4
Awesome(2253)
Price: Moderate
• American • Encinitas
Booked 9 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.
A photo of Sbicca - Del Mar restaurant
5. Sbicca - Del Mar
4.5
Awesome(2511)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Del Mar
Booked 10 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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6. Il Fornaio - Del Mar
4.4
Awesome(2361)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Del Mar
Booked 20 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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7. King's Fish House - Carlsbad
4.6
Exceptional(3990)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Carlsbad
Booked 31 times today
Established in 2003, King’s Fish House is Carlsbad’s choice for seafood. Located just across from the Carlsbad Premium outlets and LEGOLAND, King’s Fish House features a large selection of fresh oysters, seasonal catches, sushi and live shellfish, including lobster and crab, on a menu that changes daily.We’ve been in restaurants a little while – three generations, to be precise. A long time ago, we embarked on a road trip in search of the ultimate seafood experience. We traveled down highways and byways, pulled up a seat, put on bibs and soaked up the seafood experience: the no-name dishes with unforgettable flavor, the fresh-caught oysters and clams piled high, the hand-lettered specials on ancient chalkboards and the savory simmer of every combination of spices imaginable.Welcome to the House that Seafood Built.Come gather with us, celebrate, relax and enjoy a seafood dining experience of high quality, comfort, service and value.
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8. James' Place
4.1
Excellent(1058)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary Asian • La Jolla
Booked 6 times today
****JAMES PLACE IS NOT CURRENTLY SERVING SUSHI****James’ Place is a high quality and moderate price dining establishment. Specializing in Asian fusion cuisine, with a large variety of appetizers, and a nice selection of entrees.
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9. The Clubhouse Grill at Fairmont Grand Del Mar
4.3
Awesome(151)
Price: Expensive
• American • Carmel Valley
Booked 3 times today
Come for classic grill fare and gorgeous fairway views. Golfer or no, The Clubhouse Grill is your place for a pre-round pick-me-up or laid-back lunch. Enjoy appetizers including chips & guacamole, salads, sandwiches and lunch favorites including shrimp tacos. Stay and visit a while enjoying wine, beer and craft cocktails.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 here: https://bit.ly/3gvDtJG
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  • Tina
    San Diego •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined today
    Heidi was the BEST WAITRESS! The food, cocktails and ambience was amazing as usual! I’ve been coming here for years and I have NEVER been disappointed !
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    Red Tracton'sPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Del Mar
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    4.7
  • Celinavip
    San Diego •59 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Reservation is as easy and there was no wait, ambience was perfect, food was great and service was excellent. Three of us had the prime rib (very tasty and cooked to perfection), one had the mahi mahi and loved it, and the other one had a vegan dish and very happy with it. We shared the calamari and Brussels sprouts and had the hula pie, peanut butter torte, pumpkin pie - all excellent. Thank you for staying open for Thanksgiving.
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    Jake's Del MarPrice: Moderate• American• Del Mar
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    4.8
  • Ann
    San Diego •12 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    The food and the service here is above and beyond excellent. A bit pricey, as is everywhere else. Our only discomfort was the noise level - it was difficult to carry on a conversation. But this is one of our favorite go-to places and so will return - and highly recommend it!
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    Pacific Coast Grill - CardiffPrice: Very Expensive• Seafood• Cardiff By The Sea
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    4.8
  • Rosemary
    San Diego •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on Nov 17, 2024
    So Much Fun!! Great food and service… Band was great not too loud or crazy just fun with their choices of songs…Will be back everytime company comes to visit
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    Le Papagayo EncinitasPrice: Moderate• American• Encinitas
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    4.4
  • Michaelvip
    Chicago / Illinois •14 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Nov 15, 2024
    Recent change of ownership but very happy to see many of the people, menus, etc. consistent with what we know for many years of loving this restaurant.
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    Sbicca - Del MarPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Del Mar
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    4.5

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