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A photo of Pacific Coast Grill - Cardiff restaurant
1. Pacific Coast Grill - Cardiff
4.8
Exceptional(9215)
Price: Very Expensive
• Seafood • Cardiff By The Sea
Booked 83 times today
Pacific Coast Grill's oceanfront venue features unique Pacific Coastal cuisine, an oyster bar, select sushi rolls, and a plethora of seafood choices, delicious steaks and more! There are two levels of dining at the new PCG with every dining seat in the house carefully planned to have an ocean view. There are bars on both levels and a heated outdoor patio and a deck with one of the best views of the Pacific Ocean and the line up at Cardiff Reef. You can watch surfers, kite surfers, dolphins, whales and spectacular sunsets from throughout the restaurant.
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2. Jake's Del Mar
4.8
Exceptional(10486)
Price: Moderate
• American • Del Mar
Booked 80 times today
Aloha friends of Jake’s Del Mar! We are open for indoor and outdoor dining, takeout, and delivery. Visit jakesdelmar.com to view our menus or place a takeout order online!Jake’s is the quintessential California oceanfront dining experience. The eclectic menu compliments the casual, yet elegant restaurant atmosphere right on the Del Mar shore. With chef-driven California coastal fare, craft cocktails, and unforgettable ocean views, it’s the best of the west coast. Whether for a date night or a celebration with friends and family, Jake’s serves up something special every time.
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3. Red Tracton's
4.6
Exceptional(1713)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Del Mar
Booked 12 times today
East coast style Steakhouse and Supper Club with roots dating back 75 years plus . Red Tracton's is know for serving only the finest in Prime Beef and Seafood. Quality and quantity is Reds trademark. Live entertainment Tuesday - Saturday at the Piano bar.
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4. Le Papagayo Encinitas
4.4
Awesome(2264)
Price: Moderate
• American • Encinitas
Booked 30 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.
A photo of Sbicca - Del Mar restaurant
5. Sbicca - Del Mar
4.6
Exceptional(2520)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Del Mar
Booked 16 times today
Sbicca - Del Mar is a hot spot for its outstanding food and service. Reviews rave about the 'excellent food and excellent service', 'great ambiance', and 'fun atmosphere with a nice ocean view'. It's also praised for its 'award-winning cuisine', 'Wine Spectator award-winning wine list', and 'great local spot' feel. With its 'great staff', 'wonderful service' and 'nice ocean view', it's no wonder it's loved by the locals and visitors alike!
A photo of Il Fornaio - Del Mar restaurant
6. Il Fornaio - Del Mar
4.3
Awesome(2381)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Del Mar
Booked 33 times today
Step inside Il Fornaio and take a culinary journey through Italy. Early mornings bring rustic, crisp crusted bread hot from the oven accompanied by the scent of fresh brewed espresso. During lunch and dinner hours, pastas and flavorful sauces simmer while meats and vegetables roast over hot coals. Bottles of wine from small, regional wineries are uncorked to complement the dishes, which have been crafted in the custom of Italy's chefs, bakers and homemakers. Specialties include wood-fired rotisserie and grilled meats, poultry and game; house made pastas; pizzas from an oak wood burning oven; fresh salads and house made soups; a wide variety of desserts; and fresh baked bread made daily from scratch. Repeat winner of the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence.
A photo of The Clubhouse Grill at Fairmont Grand Del Mar restaurant
7. The Clubhouse Grill at Fairmont Grand Del Mar
4.3
Awesome(152)
Price: Expensive
• American • Carmel Valley
Booked 1 time today
Come for classic grill fare and gorgeous fairway views. Golfer or no, The Clubhouse Grill is your place for a pre-round pick-me-up or laid-back lunch. Enjoy appetizers including chips & guacamole, salads, sandwiches and lunch favorites including shrimp tacos. Stay and visit a while enjoying wine, beer and craft cocktails.LIVE LIMITLESS - Join the rewards program designed with you in mind. As a member of ALL – Accor Live Limitless, you’ll earn points on dining, experiences and hotel reservations at more than 5,000 hotels worldwide. Enroll here: https://bit.ly/3gvDtJG
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  • JasonVIP
    San Francisco Bay Area •44 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Food was great. Service was good, but the waiter seemed to have forgotten about us for a bit and I had to flag someone down to go get him. Anyway, it’s a very minor complaint. I had the Chilean Sea Bass and my date had the ahi tuna. Both great. Glad they accommodated my dairy allergy and my date’s gluten sensitivity. Great ambience and views also. I’m glad I went and hopefully will be back!
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    Pacific Coast Grill - CardiffPrice: Very Expensive• Seafood• Cardiff By The Sea
    •
    4.8
  • KikiVIP
    San Diego •74 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Food very good. Service kinda slow. Ate outside and froze.....heaters not so good. Sat near a speaker so could barely hear each other. We will go back when it's warmer!
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    Le Papagayo EncinitasPrice: Moderate• American• Encinitas
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    4.4
  • KarenVIP
    San Diego •14 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    The food and service here never disappoint. The pork chop is excellent
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    Sbicca - Del MarPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Del Mar
    •
    4.6
  • Jim
    Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities •18 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    We dine at Jake’s often, so decided to celebrate our wedding anniversary here for lunch. The fish special was tasty, and the fish and chips the best I’ve had at Jake’s. The staff welcomed us to a table reserved for especially for us and our anniversary. We enjoyed the booth and sea views while sipping sangria. We were given free choice of a dessert on the house, so we picked the Hula pie of course! Thank you Jake’s for making our day special.
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    Jake's Del MarPrice: Moderate• American• Del Mar
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    4.8
  • EricVIP
    San Diego •8 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 25 Dec 2024
    Our yearly tradition did not disappoint! Next year, though I think I’m going to request to be in the main dining room. The music in the bar was too loud and a little hard for my mom who can’t hear well! 
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    Red Tracton'sPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Del Mar
    •
    4.6

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