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1. Haven
4.2
Awesome(138)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Encinitas
Booked 16 times today
Nestled in the hills of Leucadia, Fox Point Farms is home to Haven Farm + Table, a new Californian restaurant helmed by Chef de Cuisine Kelston Moore and General Manager and Wine Director Ricardo Zarate Jr. Haven features the bountiful produce of the three-acre regenerative farm located just steps away from the kitchen. Delight in innovative dishes such as the Jerk Pork Belly Mole while dining on the terrace overlooking our lush fields, or sip a cocktail designed by Phillip Laethem in the stately yet cozy dining room.
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2. Bluewater Grill - Carlsbad
4.6
Exceptional(762)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Carlsbad
Booked 18 times today
Bluewater Grill is a seafood restaurant and grill serving delicious food for over two decades. Located along the swishy water body, the outdoor seating arrangement makes it a refreshing experience to dine in at this restaurant. The Bluewater Grill is a place to go for dinners in large groups, with friends or family; the place is also child friendly. The casual dining space offers television and free Wi-Fi.Bluewater Grill has a full bar which adds to the delectable flavors of the cuisines. Some of the popular cuisine choices at the restaurant & grill include baked stuffed maine lobster, crab crusted cobia, cedar plank salmon, lemon pepper mahi mahi, san Francisco cioppino, Alaskan king crab and linguine vongole. The restaurant also has a wide variety of appetizers, daily specials, salads, a grill menu and deliciously prepared homemade sauces.
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3. Cococabana
4.0
Excellent(203)
Price: Expensive
• Tapas / Small Plates • Oceanside
Booked 3 times today
We operate on a first come, first serve seating policy. For parties of 6 or more, please visit us on OpenTable or visit our Events Page to inquire about special events & parties.Housed on the Brick’s 2,100-square-foot rooftop is the Cococabana Bar, a Caribbean-style cocktail bar with its own menu of small bites.
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4. Q&A Restaurant & Oyster Bar
4.4
Awesome(219)
Price: Expensive
• Oyster Bar • Oceanside
Booked 1 time today
Culinary Director and Executive Chef, Quinnton Austin, brings you Q&A Restaurant and Oyster Bar at The Brick Hotel in Oceanside. Specializing in cajun & creole cuisine and modern twists on New Orleans classic cocktails. Bringing NOLA to Oceanside.

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  • Ricardovip
    San Diego •1 review
    5.0
    Dined today
    Chef Kelston Moore, I just wanted to take a moment to express my deepest appreciation for the incredible meal you prepared. From start to finish, every dish was a masterpiece, showcasing your exceptional talent and passion for the craft. The flavors, presentation, and creativity were unlike anything I’ve experienced before. You’ve truly elevated dining to an art form. Thank you for an unforgettable experience—I can’t wait to return and see what you’ll create next! Sincerely, Ricardo Valdez
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    HavenPrice: Expensive• Californian• Encinitas
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    4.2
  • Mike
    Los Angeles •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    A lunch with friends we haven’t seen for a long time went very long. The staff understood the situation and made us comfortable through out our very enjoyable meal
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    Bluewater Grill - CarlsbadPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Carlsbad
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    4.6
  • Marco
    Washington, D.C. Area •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 17 Nov 2024
    The service was great. First time in Oceanside and I stumbled across this place. The pasta was amazing as well as the gumbo. Being from the south the food gave a comfort feel
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    Q&A Restaurant & Oyster BarPrice: Expensive• Oyster Bar• Oceanside
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    4.4
  • Andrewvip
    San Diego •18 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 3 Nov 2024
    Nice rooftop dining for Sunday brunch. Bottomless mimosas and espresso martinis. Many oyster options, ghost pepper prepared were excellent.
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    CococabanaPrice: Expensive• Tapas / Small Plates• Oceanside
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