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1. UNION Kitchen & Tap
4.6
Exceptional(1056)
Price: Moderate
• American • Encinitas
*** WE HAVE MOVED RESERVATION PLATFORMS *** Book your reservation at [https://www.exploretock.com/union-encinitas]Situated at the southern end of Downtown Encinitas on the historic 101 highway, UNION Kitchen & Tap offers New American Cuisine in an inviting, warm, and comfortable restaurant setting. Executive Chef, Jared Saunders, created a frequently changing menu that relies heavily on local and organic ingredients. The menu features a variety of options to choose from including seasonal salads, hearty sandwiches, prime steak and chops, and a number of signature dishes for meat eaters and vegetarians alike. UNION Kitchen & Tap also offers a full complement of local craft beers, boutique wines, and signature cocktails.
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2. Le Papagayo Encinitas
4.4
Awesome(2266)
Price: Moderate
• American • Encinitas
Booked 33 times today
Le Papagayo blends New American and Pacific Coast cuisine to create an amazing fine dining experience. The Chef and Myself combine the freshest of local ingredients and flavor to create a unique character for each meal created from scratch. Dining at Le Papagayo is a full experience that will delight all your senses. Amazing food and a warm and inviting dining room which looks like an art gallery are all part of the experience.We also offer a heated patio and unplugged live music every night.
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3. Ember & Rye
4.6
Exceptional(1241)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Carlsbad
Booked 39 times today
Dine overlooking the 18th green at this Richard Blais steakhouse... of sorts. This delightful collaboration with acclaimed chef and television personality offers delectable steaks and fresh seafood dishes rooted in fine local ingredients, served in a casual, vintage clubhouse setting located at the signature Arnold Palmer designed Aviara Golf Club.
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4. Wrench and Rodent Seabasstropub
4.8
Exceptional(1392)
Price: Moderate
• Sushi • Oceanside
Booked 29 times today
Please call for reservations of 7+ (760) 453-2738 Founded in 2013 by Davin and Jessica Waite, Wrench & Rodent is a space for culinary exploration and collaboration. This cozy, eclectic restaurant quickly became a destination for those who appreciated Chef Davin’s creative approach to celebrating local and responsibly sourced fish and produce. In addition to a set sushi menu, Wrench offers an omakase as well as a list of specials that change daily. The team is committed to reducing waste and enhancing flavor by elevating all cuts of fish and veggies, as well as featuring a diverse range of species. Many menu items are simple, fresh and creative, with a lesser-known fish species complimented by ingredients from the backyard garden. Byproduct utilization drives the menu as well, and recent explorations with aging techniques have led to a dry aged fish program. Plant-forward preparations are also celebrated, and a vegan omakase is available upon request.
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5. Mosaic Restaurant and Bar
4.0
Excellent(1)
Price: Moderate
• Californian • Del Mar
Fusing California, Baja and Mediterranean cuisine into artistic and creative dishes, like that of a mosaic. Our philosophy is simple. We select the finest local products and ingredients and create wonderful “from scratch” cuisine. Enjoy casual dining, craft cocktails, beer and wine at our indoor/outdoor bar. Our outside terrace seating features communal areas around fire pits and looks over our resort-style pool. If interested in booking the restaurant, terrace or dining room for a private event, please call our catering manager at (858) 764-0269.

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  • Terri
    Washington, D.C. Area •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined today
    Overall, we had a fantastic experience in our group of 6 a nd would recommend a visit. Everything was delicious that our group tried. Among the favorites were the bahn mi meatballs (though small and few), eggplant bulgogi, lobster croquettes, veal chop, bucatini, potato puree, Brussels sprouts, broccolini. Our server and entire staff were great, friendly, and attentive. Choosing your own steak knife seemed a little pretentious. The room noise level did get a little loud, so it became difficult to hear across a large table despite being in a back corner.
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    Ember & RyePrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Carlsbad
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    4.6
  • TerryVIP
    Philadelphia County •76 reviews
    5.0
    Dined today
    We found this place searching Yelp and loved the Tapas concept. Once we arrived, I noticed Prime Rib was on the menu, one of my favs! So we ordered the Artichoke Btms, Shrimp Ceviche, and the Prime Rib. Everything was a wow / with this being one of the best Prime Rib’s I’ve tasted. The service was great and the prices reasonable. Highly recommended!
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    Le Papagayo EncinitasPrice: Moderate• American• Encinitas
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    4.4
  • Robyn
    San Diego •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Amazingly unique selection of food and drinks! Fabulous atmosphere and friendly service! I highly recommend.
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    Wrench and Rodent SeabasstropubPrice: Moderate• Sushi• Oceanside
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    4.8
  • NeilVIP
    San Diego •83 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 26 Oct 2024
    Great place to watch sports for sure. Cocktails and beer selection is fantastic! We had crab cakes for an appetizer, outstanding. The shrimp and grits is very authentic New Orleans style. Great burger too. We are adding this to our rotation.
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    UNION Kitchen & TapPrice: Moderate• American• Encinitas
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    4.6
  • OpenTable Diner
    Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities •2 reviews
    4.0
    Dined on 23 Jun 2024
    The food was very good and the cocktails were delicious. Very friendly staff and nice, relaxing atmosphere .
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    Mosaic Restaurant and BarPrice: Moderate• Californian• Del Mar
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