The Plot

4.6

797 Reviews

$30 and under

Vegetarian / Vegan

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2 people

Dec 16, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 12 times today

Experiences are available.

Vegan-friendly
Vegetarian-friendly
Innovative

The Plot is a haven for culinary enthusiasts, where creative chefs transform locally sourced ingredients into stunningly plant-forward dishes. Indulge in a full-service dining experience in the evenings and for brunch, or opt for a casual lunch on weekdays. Enjoy our beautiful dining room or immerse yourself amongst the plants in our bountiful patio gardens. The Plot team is led by Jessica and Davin Waite, who have been at the forefront of San Diego's culinary scene for over a decade, gaining a loyal following for their inventive and sustainable approach to seafood and plant-based dishes, gaining the attention of critics and culinary innovators far and wide.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Vegetarian / Vegan, Farm-to-table, Crossover
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Wed–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Wed–Sun 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(442) 266-8200
Website
http://www.theplotrestaurant.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Davin Waite
Catering
We cater! Contact Events@theplotrestaurant.com for details.

Location
1733 S Coast Hwy, Oceanside, CA 92054
Neighborhood
Oceanside
Cross street
Cassidy Street
Parking details
There is small lot along the side of our building, and a large lot directly behind. Be sure to take a peek at our garden if you park in the back lot!
Additional
Beer, Cafe, Chef's Table, Counter Seating, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

RETRO CLASSICS for New Years Eve 2024
$83.36 per person
Prepaid
Dec 31, 2024 only
Classic Hits for News Years Eve Celebrate NYE in style with an elegant and nostalgic menu featuring a few Plot twists. Created by Plot Chefs Davin Waite and Travis Roe $65 with $35 optional bubbles pairing featuring responsibly sourced sparkling libations Menu includes split pea soup; seared watermelon ahi on a wonton crisp and napa cabbage slaw; waldorf salad; radish fillet with red wine gravy and garlic herb mash; sticky toffee pudding.

Taköyaki^$10.00
hush puppies, kind of, with tamari teriyaki & yum yum sauce
Grilled Cabbage*$9.00
pink peppercorn creme sauce & lentil caviär
Tüna Crudo$9.00
squash, fermented cabbage juice, tofu creme, tangerine salsa
Sautee Snap Peas$9.00
carrot ginger puree
Cräb Cakes**$14.00
tarragon creme & burnt herb stem slaw
Cäviar & Potato Cakes*$12.00
lentil caviär, fresh crema, pickled red onion, preserved lemon
Mushroom Aguachile$12.00
"dirty" chili water, quephaux frescho, spicy carrot, fresh palm heart

Sushi

The Plot$12.00
spicy tüna topped with grilled shrooms & spicy citrus
Chronic**$13.00
cräb, spicy tüna & avocado - tempura fried, topped with spicy mayö & sweet n' spicy citrus
Hawaiian**$12.00
cräb & avocado topped with spicy tüna & sesame ponzu
Philafornia* ^$12.00
cream cheesë & crispy tofu topped with bbq beet puree & tarragon creme
Veggie* **$12.00
romaine & avocado topped with charred chard, sweet n' spicy citrus and crunchy garlic chili

Soup & Salad

Cup of Soup$5.00
it's soup, ask your server for details
Caesar* ^$7.00
zesty citrus dressing with herbal croutons
Kale, Quinoa, Sweet Potato$8.00
ginger-agave dressing
Kelp Noodle$9.00
sesame peach vinaigrette & snap peas
Farrow* **$9.00
oil & vinegar dressing with kale, pickled red onion, beets

Entrees

Marröw$15.00
kale stem marröw in potato, with bbq kale, ogo seaweed
Chickën & Waffles* **$16.00
served with some maple love
Polenta with Chorizö$15.00
butternut squash, coconut, ancho chili oil
Meatless Loaf$17.00
lentil & wild rice loaf, mushroom & beet demi. navy beans & charred chard
Fresh Heart of Palm Stirfry*$16.00
agave cashew glace, "dirty rice," yellow pickles
Gnocchi*$16.00
house made & Gluten Free sweet potato gnocchi, fresh herbs, creme fresh

Dessert

Dark Chocolate Torte*$7.00
Sweet Potato Panna Cotta$7.00
Pineapple Cherry Upside Cake$7.00

Non-Alcoholic

Fresh House Sodas$3.50
ask your server for current flavors
Green Tea Soda$4.00
Iced Tea$3.50
ask your server for current flavors
Hot Tea$3.50
ask your server for current flavors
Sparkling Vero Water$2.00

Beer on Tap

Kali Kush, Breakwater Brewing, Oceanside, Pale Ale with Sage - 5.6%$7.00
Teavana, Burgeon Brewing, Carlsbad, West Coast IPA - 7.2%$7.50
Pistil, Burgeon Brewing, Carlsbad, German Style Pilsner - 5.2%$7.50
Endo West Coast IPA Rouleur Brewing, Carlsbad, American IPA - 7.2%$8.00
heavily hopped with stone fruit, citrus

Beer by the Can

Dopeur IPA Rouleur Brewing, Carlsbad, New England Style IPA - 6.6%$8.00
Juice Press Hazy IPA Burgeon Brewing, Carlsbad, American IPA - 6.8%$8.00
fruit infused melon, pineapple
Sunday Spin, Rouleur Brewing, Carlsbad, Hard Seltzer - 6%$6.00

Kombucha on Tap

Local Roots (Hard), Vista 6%$7.00
Ask your server for current flavor
Living Tea, Oceanside$6.00
Ask your server for current flavor

White/Rose´

Maris - Rose de Nymphe Emu, South of France
100% Organic
- Glass$9.00
- Bottle$36.00
Stephen Ross - Chardonnay, Edan Valley
- Glass$11.00
Morro View - 100% Albarino, Edna Valley - Field Recordings
- Glass$9.00
- Bottle$38.00
Barter and Trade - Sauvignon Blanc, 2018 - Washington
- Glass$11.00
Mâcon Guillot-Broux - Chardonnay, 2017 - France
- Bottle$68.00
Flower Bomb - Malvasia Bianca, Saint K - Paso Robles
- Bottle$65.00
Dragonette - Sauvignon Blanc, 2018 - Santa Barbara - Happy Canyon
- Bottle$48.00
Renaudie Brut - Sparkling, 2017 - France
- Bottle$48.00

Red

Fableist - Pinot Noir, 2018 - Paso Robles
- Glass$11.00
- Bottle$42.00
Fiction - Red Blend, 2017 - Paso Robles. Zinfandel, Grenache, Cabernet
- Glass$9.00
- Bottle$36.00
The Offering - Blend, 2017 - Paso Robles. Grenache, Syrah, Mourvedre
- Glass$12.00
Halter Ranch - Cabernet Sauvignon, Paso Robles - Synthesis
- Glass$15.00
Groundwork - Syrah, 2017 - Santa Barbara
- Bottle$50.00
Alberti - Malbec, 2018 - Argentina
- Bottle$44.00
Saracina Valley - Malbec, 2016 - Skid Row - Mendocino County
- Bottle$54.00

What 797 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.6Service
4.5Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

San Diego
Healthy
North San Diego
Innovative
North San Diego
Healthy

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The Plot in San Diego offers an exceptional plant-based dining experience that delights both vegans and non-vegans alike. Guests rave about the "amazing flavors" and creative dishes, many made with ingredients from their own garden. With "fabulous plant-based food," attentive service, and a charming outdoor space, The Plot is truly a standout eatery.

797 Reviews

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Dave
San Francisco
32 reviews
vip
5.0
32 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Creative and delicious food with many options for the vegans out there, kind, almost supportive service, and a very very chill vibe with a groovy playlist on the sound system. Great coffee, too. Really enjoyed going to The Plot, and will be back as soon as I'm able.
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Margie
San Francisco
22 reviews
vip
5.0
22 reviews
Dined on December 7, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We loved it! Delicious and interesting food, service was friendly and helpful and we received a complimentary dessert for my husband’s birthday. I would definitely return there! .
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Noelle
New York City
23 reviews
vip
5.0
23 reviews
Dined on December 2, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Fantastic food, great wine/beer selection. My only complaint is the lighting is way too bright. The eggplant, the beets, the cauliflower, the gnocchi... all prepared perfectly with so many amazing flavors. Will definitely be back during the day when the lighting won't be as noticeable.
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Jeff
San Francisco
17 reviews
3.0
17 reviews
Dined on November 18, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Been a few times. And tbh this was not a great food experience. The menu was pretty much the same but with a few new dishes (bring back the potato cakes, please). But overall a bit bland and not what I was used to. Maybe the regular chef had the night off? It just didn’t seem as good as it was the last few times I’ve been.
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Sophie
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 28, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious for both vegans and non-vegans. Our non-vegan siblings LOVED the creative and unique dishes!
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Angie
San Diego
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 27, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
AMAZING!! All of the food was phenomenal and so delicious!! Our server was very knowledgeable and helpful during our entire experience. Being vegan, it was such a treat being able to order anything and everything from the menu. The garden outside is very impressive and it's awesome knowing the food you're eating is grown right there. We can't wait to come back and try more dishes!
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Laura
Denver
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on October 26, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our server Matt was so nice and helpful, the food was tasty and service was great. Before we ordered we were giving a sample of aged watermelon sashimi which was a nice bonus to welcome us as new comers ✨
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Mollie
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 23, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We loved our Plantscape experience at The Plot!! It was so fun to have the different courses come out and try so many dishes. Loved it!
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Scott
San Diego
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 22, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fabulous. 6 of us attended a "Plantscape" event at The Plot and it was nothing short of fabulous. A tremendous value for what we experienced over the 9 courses in 3 hours. Each course was unique and definitely a new taste. Delicious and satisfying but not over-filling. Again, simply fabulous.
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Morella
Sacramento
3 reviews
1.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 13, 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
I went on a Sunday and their menu offered mostly brunch items. They only had a couple of items offered for lunch. I ordered the panko fried eggplant and it came between two large slices of French bread with Napa cabbage slaw. The bread was soggy and the overall taste and appearance of it was disappointing. I don’t think I’ll go back.
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FAQs

The Plot offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (442) 266-8200.

The Plot is rated 4.6 stars by 797 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 16, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 12 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

1733 S Coast Hwy, Oceanside, CA 92054

Additional information

Cross street
Cassidy Street
Neighborhood
Oceanside
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Wed–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Wed–Sun 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Vegetarian / Vegan, Farm-to-table, Crossover
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
There is small lot along the side of our building, and a large lot directly behind. Be sure to take a peek at our garden if you park in the back lot!
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Davin Waite
Additional
Beer, Cafe, Chef's Table, Counter Seating, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.theplotrestaurant.com/
Phone number
(442) 266-8200
Catering
We cater! Contact Events@theplotrestaurant.com for details.

The Plot

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

RETRO CLASSICS for New Years Eve 2024

For Starters

Taköyaki^$10.00

Grilled Cabbage*$9.00

Tüna Crudo$9.00

Sautee Snap Peas$9.00

Cräb Cakes**$14.00

Cäviar & Potato Cakes*$12.00

Mushroom Aguachile$12.00

Sushi

The Plot$12.00

Chronic**$13.00

Hawaiian**$12.00

Philafornia* ^$12.00

Veggie* **$12.00

Soup & Salad

Cup of Soup$5.00

Caesar* ^$7.00

Kale, Quinoa, Sweet Potato$8.00

Kelp Noodle$9.00

Farrow* **$9.00

Entrees

Marröw$15.00

Chickën & Waffles* **$16.00

Polenta with Chorizö$15.00

Meatless Loaf$17.00

Fresh Heart of Palm Stirfry*$16.00

Gnocchi*$16.00

Dessert

Dark Chocolate Torte*$7.00

Sweet Potato Panna Cotta$7.00

Pineapple Cherry Upside Cake$7.00

Non-Alcoholic

Fresh House Sodas$3.50

Green Tea Soda$4.00

Iced Tea$3.50

Hot Tea$3.50

Sparkling Vero Water$2.00

Beer on Tap

Kali Kush, Breakwater Brewing, Oceanside, Pale Ale with Sage - 5.6%$7.00

Teavana, Burgeon Brewing, Carlsbad, West Coast IPA - 7.2%$7.50

Pistil, Burgeon Brewing, Carlsbad, German Style Pilsner - 5.2%$7.50

Endo West Coast IPA Rouleur Brewing, Carlsbad, American IPA - 7.2%$8.00

Beer by the Can

Dopeur IPA Rouleur Brewing, Carlsbad, New England Style IPA - 6.6%$8.00

Juice Press Hazy IPA Burgeon Brewing, Carlsbad, American IPA - 6.8%$8.00

Sunday Spin, Rouleur Brewing, Carlsbad, Hard Seltzer - 6%$6.00

Kombucha on Tap

Local Roots (Hard), Vista 6%$7.00

Living Tea, Oceanside$6.00

White/Rose´

Maris - Rose de Nymphe Emu, South of France

Stephen Ross - Chardonnay, Edan Valley

Morro View - 100% Albarino, Edna Valley - Field Recordings

Barter and Trade - Sauvignon Blanc, 2018 - Washington

Mâcon Guillot-Broux - Chardonnay, 2017 - France

Flower Bomb - Malvasia Bianca, Saint K - Paso Robles

Dragonette - Sauvignon Blanc, 2018 - Santa Barbara - Happy Canyon

Renaudie Brut - Sparkling, 2017 - France

Red

Fableist - Pinot Noir, 2018 - Paso Robles

Fiction - Red Blend, 2017 - Paso Robles. Zinfandel, Grenache, Cabernet

The Offering - Blend, 2017 - Paso Robles. Grenache, Syrah, Mourvedre

Halter Ranch - Cabernet Sauvignon, Paso Robles - Synthesis

Groundwork - Syrah, 2017 - Santa Barbara

Alberti - Malbec, 2018 - Argentina

Saracina Valley - Malbec, 2016 - Skid Row - Mendocino County

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

Does The Plot offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is The Plot restaurant rated?

Is The Plot currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout