Candor by Giuseppe

4.9

807 Reviews

$31 to $50

Contemporary Italian

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2 people

Mar 10, 2025

10:30 PM

Booked 7 times today

Experiences are available.

Neighborhood gem
Charming
Great for outdoor dining

With honest flavor and expression, Candor is a fresh take on dining, a neighborhood destination, and go-to gathering place. Always ready to serve up an engaging and savory social environment, community and culture mix seamlessly through an unpretentious and approachable seasonal menu. An American eatery that satisfies locals and travelers alike, guests feel right at home – always delighted by familiar tastes with global twists.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary Italian, International, Bistro
Hours of operation
Tue–Sat 11:30 am–9:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(858) 246-7818
Website
http://www.dinecandor.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Catering
Family sized meals available for pick up and delivery.
Private party facilities
Space available for private events

Location
1030 Torrey Pines Rd, Ste B, La Jolla, CA 92037-4425
Neighborhood
La Jolla
Parking details
Private Lot
Additional
Beer, Delivery, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wine

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Experiences

Unwind & Uncork: 30% off Wine Bottles ALL DAY!
$1.00 per person
Multiple dates available
WINE WEDNESDAY 30% off all bottles of wine We have something for every palate on our extensive international wine list.

Offers

Unwind, Sip, & Save! Candor Happy Hour
Multiple dates available
Tue - Sat - 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Enjoy select cocktails, wines by the glass, draft beer and $10 afternoon bites. Tues-Sat. 3:30p-5:30pm

Caesar$15.00
Farmer's Market Green Salad$15.00
Seasonal Chopped Salad$16.00
Candied Pecan & Grilled Chicken Salad$22.00
- Extra Chicken$6.00
Grilled Salmon Nicoise Salad$25.00
Poached Chicken Salad$20.00
- Add Avocado$2.00
- Extra Chicken$6.00
Moroccan Shrimp & Grilled Pear Salad$24.00
- Add Avocado$2.00
- Extra Shrimp$10.00
Roasted Grape & Arugula Salad$16.00

Burgers & Griddle

White Albacore Tuna Melt$20.00
- Fries$0.00
- Salad$0.00
- No Side$0.00
1/2LB Prime Beef Burger$24.00
- Fries$0.00
- Salad$0.00
- No Side$0.00
- Rare$0.00
- Medium Rare$0.00
- Medium$0.00
- Medium Well$0.00
- Well Done$0.00
Salmon Burger$23.00
- Fries$0.00
- Salad$0.00
- No Side$0.00
- Add Avocado$2.00

Starters

Hot & Crispy Tomato Bread$12.00
Grilled Pear Panzanella & Burrata$21.00
California Cheese & Cured Italian Salami$25.00
Roasted Market Vegetables$16.00
Marinated Shrimp Al Ajillo$22.00
Grilled Mediterranean Eggplant$18.00
Local Summer Corn Croquette$16.00
Margherita Flatbread$17.00
- Cheese$0.00
- Tomato$0.00
- Basil$0.00
- Add Chicken$5.00
- Add Chorizo$5.00
- Add Speck$5.00
Papas Bravas$14.00

Entrees

Braised Beef Short Ribs$36.00
Za'atar Salmon & Tahini$34.00
Catch of the Day$38.00
Steak & Frites$42.00
- Rare$0.00
- Medium Rare$0.00
- Medium$0.00
- Medium Well$0.00
- Well Done$0.00
- Chimichurri$0.00
- Demi Glace$0.00
- No Sauce$0.00
- Both$2.00
Orecchiette$22.00
Lamb Pappardelle$27.00
Pasta & Meatballs$23.00
Penne Norma$24.00
- Add Chicken$6.00

Sides

Roasted Broccolini$12.00
Garlic Mashed Potatoes$9.00
Seasonal Squash$11.00
SIDE Poached Chicken$7.00
Grilled Salmon$10.00
Grilled Shrimp$10.00
Grilled Chicken$7.00
Meatballs$10.00
Side Salad$7.00
Herb Fries$6.00
Tuna Salad$7.00
Burger Patty$9.00
Grilled Steak$28.00
Whole Roasted Garlic$4.00

Juniors (Under 10)

Cheeseburger & Fries$15.00
Kids Pasta$12.00
- Tomato Sauce$0.00
- Butter Sauce$0.00
- Plain$0.00
Grilled Cheese & Fries$12.00

Sweets

Fresh Baked Cookies$4.00
- Chocolate Chip$0.00
- Peanut Butter$0.00
- Oatmeal Raisin$0.00
Giuseppe’s Signature Brownies$5.00
Carrot Cake$11.00
Candor Sundae$14.00
- Pistachio$0.00
- Vanilla Bean$0.00
- Bacio$0.00
- Seasonal Sorbet$0.00
- Brownie$0.00
- Ex Scoop Pistachio$4.00
- Ex Scoop Vanilla$4.00
- Ex Scoop Bacio$4.00
- Ex Scoop Sorbet$4.00
Gelato by the Scoop$6.00
- Pistachio$0.00
- Vanilla Bean$0.00
- Bacio$0.00
- Seasonal Sorbet$0.00
- Ex Scoop Pistachio$5.00
- Ex Scoop Vanilla $5.00
- Ex Scoop Bacio$5.00
- Ex Scoop Sorbet$5.00
Dark Valhrona Choc Pot Au Creme$12.00
Peanut Butter Mousse-Chocolate Cake$12.00
Seasonal Panna Cotta$14.00

What 807 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.9Food
4.9Service
4.6Ambience
4.7Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Candor by Giuseppe in La Jolla delights with "consistently excellent food" and an inviting atmosphere. Guests praise the "exceptional service" and fresh, flavorful dishes. Highlights include the poached chicken salad, branzino, and seafood stew. Outdoor dining is a favorite, and the restaurant is hailed as a "hidden neighborhood gem."

807 Reviews

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Marilyn
San Diego5 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Guissepe brings his vast knowledge of his Italian heritage to all his dishes. The food is fresh, delicious and the restaurant is quaint and cozy. I have never had a dish I didn't love. For dessert, the carrot cake that he has been making for over 20 years, is a must have!
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Beverly VIP
San Diego22 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 28, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always delicious. Love the staff, as well. Terrific restaurant!!!
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Patty
San Diego2 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 26, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything was perfect..........the food, the service, the ambiance.
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Marge VIP
San Francisco10 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 23, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Very good food and service!!! Nice wines, too. Wonderful neigh restaurant!
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Zachary
Central Coast5 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 23, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Juan was incredible - great attention to the timing of food coming out, acknowledged and gave great detail about gluten free options and modifications. Overall ambiance was wonderful as always. The staff is attentive and food is top notch.
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Julie
San Diego6 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 21, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything about our dining experience was excellent! The cuisine was top notch! The service was attentive and friendly The ambiance is cozy and just a touch casual. I loved Candor and will return!
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Jan
San Diego5 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 20, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Impressed that the Owner came to see how our experience was. It felt like I was in Italy again, with a small, casual but wonderful food experience.
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Nicole
Mexico City1 review
5.0
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The server was phenomenal. Top quality service from all of the staff. Everyone was very attentive to us. The food was excellent as well. We high recommend this restaurant.
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John VIP
San Diego3 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Great food, wonderful service.. Sat outside in a covered windproof area which was just fine as it was windy outside.
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Craig
Kansas City17 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Great food. A small seating area in the restaurant and more outside. The food is great. I had a pear and shrimp salad, which is fantastic. My wife had a specialty at the house, which was basically scrambled eggs with sour cream, nuts, and rhubarb jam. stuff inside. She loved it. I highly recommend this restaurant. It’s small and the chef is famous in the area. When it’s busy you should get a reservation.
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Candor by Giuseppe offers delivery in partnership with Postmates. Candor by Giuseppe also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (858) 246-7818.

Candor by Giuseppe is rated 4.9 stars by 807 OpenTable diners.