Best Restaurants for Outdoor Dining in Scripps Ranch

30 restaurants available nearby

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1. Ballast Point Brewing Company

4.8

Exceptional(1191)

Price: Moderate

• Pub • La Jolla

Booked 7 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.

2. Brigantine Poway

4.5

Awesome(1230)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Poway / Rancho Bernardo

Booked 16 times today

In keeping with the Brigantine tradition of excellence, The Poway Brigantine features a generous assortment of appetizers on their widely popular "Share" menu. An abundant selection of fresh seafood and grilled meats round out the rest of the offerings.Newly redesigned at the end of 2006, The Poway Brigantine boasts a lively and contemporary atmosphere, unlike anything else in the area. Whether you're joining us for lunch, dinner, or happy hour, The Brig's casual and unpretentious atmosphere makes it the perfect everyday restaurant.With separate areas for private dining, The Brigantine is also an ideal place to make business connections, or celebrate special occasions with family and friends.Start your own community tradition and Meet Me at The Brig.

3. Public House 131

4.9

Exceptional(34)

Price: Moderate

• American • Scripps Ranch

Booked 1 time today

Welcome to Public House 131 our Chef Shahob Pourteymoor has designed a menu full of your pub favorites all made from scratch in house and sourced locally whenever possible or when seasons allow. We are located in beautiful Scripps Ranch and offer a wonderful outdoor dining experience. Our Craft cocktails are our specialty and our tap list includes close to 20 local San Diego beers.

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4. North Italia San Diego - One Paseo

4.5

Awesome(1529)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Del Mar

Booked 57 times today

At North, we focus on what we do best: Italian from scratch. Enjoy any of our handmade pastas and pizzas, created with seasonal ingredients and inventive flavors. Or, try a different signature dish, prepared with our fresh flavors from the garden, farm, and sea. We’ve hand crafted seasonal cocktails that pair great with our food, creating a real modern Italia experiences perfect for any occasion.

5. Mille Fleurs

4.8

Exceptional(2274)

Price: Very Expensive

• French American • Rancho Santa Fe

Booked 10 times today

**Please note: Patio requests must call the restaurant to confirm availability for patio dining, as availability is very limited due to table spacing.* Nestled in the heart of the historic and charming village of Rancho Santa Fe, just four miles inland from Del Mar, Mille Fleurs offers magnificent California food presentation with extraordinary French flair. The exquisite yet comfortable French country décor with inviting outside patio provides an atmosphere that is gracious, warm and welcoming. Mille Fleurs has received numerous accolades including: "Top 25 in America" from Food & Wine Magazine "Far and away the best restaurant sampled in greater San Diego" quoted in The New York Times as well as "Best French" and "Best of the Best" in San Diego Magazine. Our award winning wine cellar offers over seven hundred choices spanning the globe and varying greatly in price. A mile down the road is the Chino's Family Farm where our chef heads every day to get fresh ingredients.

6. The Pony Room

4.8

Exceptional(1475)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Rancho Santa Fe

Booked 51 times today

The Pony Room is a favorite among locals and resort guests alike. In addition to an extensive selection of all expressions of agave spirits, it is also home to one of Southern California's most impressive wine and hand-crafted, seasonally inspired signature cocktail lists. The Pony Room serves exceptional, American inspired comfort classics with daily specials.Live Music 7 nights a weekJoin us every Saturday and Sunday for Brunch on our beautiful hacienda inspired terraces from 11am to 2pm.

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7. South of Nick's - Del Mar

4.7

Exceptional(589)

Price: Expensive

• Mexican • Del Mar

Booked 56 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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8. Coya Peruvian Secret

4.4

Awesome(649)

Price: Moderate

• Peruvian • Del Mar

Booked 4 times today

Located next to Del Mar beach on 11th street, Coya Peruvian Secret Restaurant offers award winning gourmet Peruvian- Cali fusion Peruvian cuisine in charming cottage house under a tree. All seats are outside tucked in greenery so its in all casual seating. Voted best Seafood by locals and best Latin American in SD we are primally seafood place but we also proudly serve great meat choices, like our surf and turf with Rib Eye, traditional Lomo with Filet mignon, lamb stew with New Zealand lamb, excellent short rib with sweet potatoes and Peruvian half roasted chicken. If you seeking cozy color full vibe full of magic for a date or family reunion we are perfect choice. You will astonish your party with unforgettable flavors. Take them of a gourmet trip to Peru and back tonight.

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9. The Grill at The Lodge at Torrey Pines

4.6

Exceptional(2323)

Price: Moderate

• American • La Jolla

Booked 38 times today

The Grill is a popular dining destination at The Lodge at Torrey Pines, one of Southern California's most notable resorts. A favorite place for gathering with friends and family, The Grill invites locals and visitors to lounge beside five cozy fire pits, taste local craft beers beneath an artfully designed trellis, and enjoy meals from the restaurant's custom-built wood-burning suite. The latter serves as the foundation for the slow-cooked, farm-fresh menu, including the trademark Drugstore Burger, a true San Diego classic. Whether coming together for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, The Grill's welcoming ambiance and thoughtful team promise a memorable experience for guests and an ongoing dedication to local ingredients, sound craftsmanship, and the creative California spirit.

10. Piatti - La Jolla

4.7

Exceptional(5037)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • La Jolla

Booked 33 times today

Established in 1987, Piatti offers finely crafted fresh Italian cuisine. The soul of the menu is our housemade pasta that we roll, cut and cook by hand everyday. Offering a fresh take on the neighborhood Italian trattoria, Piatti combines a warm, inviting atmosphere, seamless service and an immersive market experience so you can enjoy Piatti at home. Whether dining in or taking home, Piatti brings friends and family together.

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JoAnnvip
San Diego •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Unmatched hospitality! The server was knowledgeable about the food and able to describe them well. We didn’t have great luck with the clams, they were very chewy & overcooked but the broth was delicious. They took it back and a sweet manager, (I’m forgetting names) sent a hamachi that was to die for! Everything else that hit the table was delicious and we were very impressed. The bubbly and celebration desert was super appreciated as well. Honestly made my birthday dinner feel extra special, some places really don’t go the extra mile but they sure know how to impress.
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Herb & WoodPrice: Expensive• Californian• Little Italy
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4.7
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Amyvip
San Diego •67 reviews
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
Varied menu with many options. Gluten free options as well. Food tasty and prepared well. Service was very good. Outside tables are nicely spaced and comfortable. Heaters worked well. Unfortunately every table is by a speaker and the manager was willing to reduce the volume a little and that was barely tolerable. For this reason I will only do take out in the future. The noise level of the music made it very difficult to comfortably talk and fully relax. Who enjoys this level of music while dining?!
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North Italia San Diego - One PaseoPrice: Moderate• Italian• Del Mar
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4.5
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Tomvip
San Diego •17 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Fabulous Bloody Mary! Family enjoyed an impromptu lunch/brunch at this great rated casual place!
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Public House 131Price: Moderate• American• Scripps Ranch
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4.9
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Mary
San Diego •10 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
The food was wonderful, so fresh and so nicely presented. The service was outstanding. Loved the tempura lobster tacos, a real winner.
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Brigantine PowayPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Poway / Rancho Bernardo
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4.5
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jeff
Utah •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Good, fast service. Food was great. Of course, beer was really good.
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Ballast Point Brewing CompanyPrice: Moderate• Pub• La Jolla
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4.8

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30 restaurants available nearby

1. Ballast Point Brewing Company

2. Brigantine Poway

3. Public House 131

4. North Italia San Diego - One Paseo

5. Mille Fleurs

6. The Pony Room

7. South of Nick's - Del Mar

8. Coya Peruvian Secret

9. The Grill at The Lodge at Torrey Pines

10. Piatti - La Jolla

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