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Merenda, Oceanside, CA

Merenda

4.8
4.8
46 Reviews
$31 to $50
Wine Bar

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 4 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Great for fine wines
  • Charming
  • Neighborhood gem
Welcome to our cozy wine bar and shop, where you can explore a curated selection of fine wines alongside our delicious housemade snacks and artisanal bites, perfect for pairing and sharing.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Wine Bar, Italian, French
  • Hours of operation
    Wed, Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (760) 696-3309
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Cash not accepted, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

Experiences

  • Oddish X Merenda 4-Course Tasting Menu & Pairings

    $137.50 per person

    Mar 20, 2025 only
    Merenda Wine Bar and Oddish Winery are teaming up for a special evening celebrating local flavors and craftsmanship. Join us on Thursday, March 20, 2025, for an exclusive 4-Course Tasting Menu with Wine Pairings, thoughtfully curated to showcase the harmony between Chef Xavier’s cuisine and the wines of Oddish’s winemaker, Brandon Cardwell. This one-night-only experience features a single seating at 5:30 p.m. For details on reservations and cancellations, please review our policy. A 25% service charge will be added to your bill and fully distributed to our dedicated staff.
    Oddish X Merenda 4-Course Tasting Menu & Pairings Photo

What 46 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Diego

    Great for fine wines

  • North San Diego

    Great for fine wines

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Merenda offers an exceptional dining experience with "fabulous wine selection," "exemplary service," and "immaculate vibes." This Oceanside gem boasts "beautifully-executed ambiance," making it ideal for date nights or celebrations. Diners rave about standout dishes like charred leeks and grilled duck, ensuring memorable culinary adventures. Perfect for wine enthusiasts and sharing small plates.

46 Reviews
  1. Robert VIP

    San Diego246 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Merenda is honoring Women's Month with a limited wine list from Woman Winemakers and should be commended for this offering. The menu at Merenda is very different from any other dining establishments in the local area and will not appeal to all diners. Also, the wine list features wines that most wine drinkers will not recognize. Beautiful interior, clean restrooms, excellent service, and good food make Merenda a restaurant to be experienced if you have not dined there yet.

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  2. George

    San Diego8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was incredible and services was excellent , so delicious

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  3. Tori VIP

    San Diego2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Obsessed. Will absolutely be back. Wish we had more spots like this in north county!

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  4. scott VIP

    San Diego4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, excellent service, fabulous wine selection, and outstanding experience! We will be back!

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  5. Jessy

    San Diego2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Immaculate vibes, great for a date night. Nice small bites and a wine selection that has something for everyone. Love this for the neighborhood.

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  6. Leslie

    Los Angeles4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Lovely restaurant and service was great. I enjoyed the food but a majority of the dishes I ordered didn’t jump out as particularly special. I enjoyed the charred leeks dish the most. Great wine list and staff was very knowledgeable and helpful.

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  7. Meagan

    San Diego1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server Kelly made our experience so wonderful. She patiently walked us through choosing a wine and several snacks and everything was delicious. The atmosphere was warm and romantic. We had a rough start to the year and were celebrating our anniversary late and it was a beautiful night. We will definitely be back.

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  8. Courtney

    Philadelphia2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Thank you Carlos for excellent service! Great wine list and variety of dishes.

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  9. Tammy VIP

    San Diego4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Another fabulous experience at Mereda. Food is interesting, small plates perfect for sharing, great wine list. The wine based cocktails a nice addition.

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  10. Paul VIP

    San Francisco17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved it. Our first time there. Really fun Mediterranean experience. Small shareable plates, a variety of flavors and influences. Interesting wine selection. Nothing expected…all wonderful. And Natalie our server was wonderful. Friendly, knowledgeable and attentive. Soon to return.

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FAQs

Merenda is rated 4.8 stars by 46 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 4 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Merenda

1931 S Coast Hwy, #102, Oceanside, CA 92054-6432

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Oceanside
  • Hours of operation
    Wed, Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Wine Bar, Italian, French
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Cash not accepted, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
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