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Best Neighbourhood Gem Restaurants in Scripps Ranch

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A photo of The WineSellar & Brasserie restaurant
5.0
Exceptional(1004)
Price: Expensive
• French • Sorrento Mesa
Booked 3 times today
Established in 1988, The WineSellar & Brasserie is San Diego's premiere destination for fine wine and exquisitely crafted locally sourced, organic fare. Consistently ranked among OpenTable's Top 10 local restaurants, The Brasserie has been honored with either Wine Spectator's "Grand Award" and "Best Of Award Of Excellence" every year since our inception. With your meal, enjoy a bottle from the adjoining WineSellar boutique wine shop or choose a wine from our award-winning list. Either way, you’ll find an outstanding selection of unique small-production wines not found anywhere else. Not in the mood for wine? Choose from our rotating list of craft beers or seasonally available craft cocktails.
A photo of Vittorio's Italian Restaurant- San Diego restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(649)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Carmel Valley
Booked 4 times today
Italian trattoria and wine bar.Favorite neighborhood Italian restaurant
A photo of The Pony Room restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(1503)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • Rancho Santa Fe
Booked 66 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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4.3
Awesome(842)
Price: Moderate
• European • La Jolla
Booked 28 times today
Barbarella is a restaurant and full bar located on Avenida De La Playa in La Jolla Shores. Adorned with an eclectic mix of art and boasting plenty of outdoor seating, Barbarella a one-of-a-kind culinary gem with executive Chef Lynn Crawford!
A photo of The Grill at The Lodge at Torrey Pines restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(2362)
Price: Moderate
• American • La Jolla
Booked 40 times today
The Grill at The Lodge at Torrey Pines is a restaurant that offers an exclusive view of the iconic Torrey Pines Golf Course. Guests can enjoy wood-fired dishes, craft beer choices, and an expanded patio. The restaurant is known for its decadent Drugstore Hamburger, but it also offers a variety of other dishes, including salads, seafood, and steaks. The Grill is committed to using local ingredients and sound craftsmanship. The restaurant's ambiance is welcoming and thoughtful, and the team is dedicated to providing a memorable experience for guests.
A photo of RED O Taste of Mexico - La Jolla restaurant
4.4
Awesome(2702)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary Mexican • La Jolla
Booked 62 times today
Dining at RED O is an experience like no other that offers a unique combination of Prime Steak and Seafood with Rick Bayless’ signature Mexican inspired influences. With sustainably sourced and local ingredients, RED O creates flavorful dishes true to the authentic flavors of Mexico. RED O’s team of friendly employees creates a welcoming atmosphere that parallels the luxury resort interior of the restaurant. RED O also features an impressive bar and lounge where you’ll find specialty cocktails, an extensive tequila list and an award winning wine list. The bar also offers Happy Hour from 3-6 p.m. daily and Late Night Happy Hour from 9-11pm Friday-Saturday.
A photo of Piatti - La Jolla restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(5070)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • La Jolla
Booked 62 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.
A photo of Gravity Heights Sorrento Valley restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(1197)
Price: Moderate
• American • Sorrento Mesa
Booked 26 times today
We’re not out to take the San Diego beer scene by storm or reinvent the wheel because the truth is, there’s no shortage of good breweries in San Diego. Instead, our aim is to pair that good beer with the same delicious food, exceptional service and genuine hospitality we’re known for so you never have to compromise one for the other again. Tucked away in Sorrento mesa, our 12,000 square foot brewpub includes a full service restaurant, an event space, an expansive and lush outdoor beer garden and a pretty stellar team to make sure you always have good food in your mouth and a solid beer in your hand.
A photo of Ruth's Chris Steak House - Del Mar restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(3621)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Del Mar
Booked 67 times today
Now Open: We look forward to serving you soon.Ruth's Chris Steak House in San Diego (Del Mar), CA serves the finest USDA Prime beef available, broiled at 1,800° and served on 500° plates, so your steak stays hot, juicy and delicious from first bite to last. Enjoy our New Orleans-inspired appetizers, USDA Prime steaks, fresh seafood, signature side dishes and homemade desserts. All this while you enjoy our warm, inviting atmosphere and Ruth’s Chris’ genuine hospitality. So whether you’re a regular or have just been wondering what all the buzz is about, Ruth's Chris is the perfect excuse to enjoy the perfect night out. Dinner is served nightly, reservations are suggested and private dining and offsite catering may be arranged.
A photo of Beeside Balcony Del Mar restaurant
4.5
Awesome(1423)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary European • Del Mar
Booked 36 times today
Beeside Balcony is a hidden gem in old Del Mar, CA with a relaxed seaside chic décor where guests enjoy global mediterranean cuisine and ocean views from the covered outside balcony. A third generation chef of Spanish and Italian descent, and hailing form Paris, France, Christophe's restaurant career began at 17 in the kitchen of his father's restaurant in Pasadena when they first emigrated to the USA. Upon returning to southern California in 2011, Christophe spent 8 years as the managing partner of Eddie V's Prime Seafood in La Jolla. Here he deepened his knowledge of sourcing and cooking the freshest seafood available, while delivering world class service. The laid back coastal vibe of Del Mar, combined with the attention to detail from Christophe's fine dining background, infuses Beeside Balcony with an easy elegance that elevates any gathering, and makes the perfect backdrop to showcase his global mediterranean menu.

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  • TomVIP
    San Diego •18 reviews
    5.0
    Dined today
    Amazing location for special occasions or date night. The views are incredible! Our dinner was decadent, and our party of seven was elated with our bar and dining experience!
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    Mister A'sPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary French / American• Downtown / Gaslamp
    4.9
  • Shannon
    San Diego •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    We celebrated our 53rd wedding anniversary with our sin wife and grandkids! We were greeted warmly by lively hostess. Our waiter Eric was over the top friendly and best server we have ever had! The King Tides were wonderful to watch during our delicious buffet ! We thoroughly enjoyed our meal ! The music was a nice touch to a perfect celebration! We will be back!
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    The Marine RoomPrice: Very Expensive• Seafood• La Jolla
    4.6
  • Jay
    San Diego •5 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Had a party of 10 for a family birthday celebration. We were in a room for larger parties, it was a bit loud with other large groups near us. Food was good, not great; pasta dishes were enjoyed. My wife had an excellent filet, very tender, cooked well, however the gorgonzola sauce was lacking in gorgonzola...a bit bland, more like mayo. She was able to substitute mashed potatoes for some noodles with Alfredo sauce...made her happy. I had the veal parmigiana...was OK, needed a pinch of salt. Finally, the waiter brought a comped order of Tiramisu for the birthday celebrant, but neglected to bring dessert menus for the others...we asked for them and took awhile, then a while before he came back to take dessert orders, and then a while before we were served dessert...the Sorbet to and Spumoni were very good.
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    Vittorio's Italian Restaurant- San DiegoPrice: Moderate• Italian• Carmel Valley
    4.8
  • EricVIP
    San Diego •25 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Great spot for lunch. Outstanding food and service.
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    The WineSellar & BrasseriePrice: Expensive• French• Sorrento Mesa
    5
  • Giovanna
    San Antonio •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Incredible. The food and service was excellent. It was so vibey. Can’t wait to go back.
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    Herb & WoodPrice: Expensive• Californian• Little Italy
    4.6
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