Best Restaurants for Afternoon Coffee in Scripps Ranch

27 restaurants available nearby

1. Public House 131

4.9

Exceptional(33)

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.

2. Cape Fire Grill

4.3

Awesome(0)

Price: Moderate

• Southern African • Miramar

Booked 1 time today

Cape Fire Grill - Bunny Chow is owned by Andrew Georgitsis, born and raised in South Africa. Andrew started his career as Chef and head of food development at All Prepped Up, working on designing and creating international foods. With a passion for creating & cooking innovative dishes that blended flavors and textures from all over the world. He formed SA Franchises LLC DBA: Cape Fire Grill - Bunny Chow in September of 2022 and using his past experiences, strengths and passion has developed the first authentic South African Fusion causal dining restaurant in San Diego. Specializing in fast, fresh, hand crafted meals made from scratch. Voted in Yelp's 2022 Top 10 New Restaurants Cape Fire Grill has several signature dishes including the Mixed Grill for 2 and South Africa's National Bobotie. Cape Fire Grill is a fast causal dine-in restaurant that has take out, delivery, catering (corporate and private), and ships South African food nation wide.

A photo of The WineSellar & Brasserie restaurant

3. The WineSellar & Brasserie

4.9

Exceptional(993)

Price: Expensive

• French • Sorrento Mesa

Booked 5 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 RED O Taste of Mexico - La Jolla restaurant

4. RED O Taste of Mexico - La Jolla

4.3

Awesome(2668)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Mexican • La Jolla

Booked 36 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 AR Valentien at The Lodge at Torrey Pines restaurant

5. AR Valentien at The Lodge at Torrey Pines

4.8

Exceptional(2506)

Price: Very Expensive

• Farm-to-table • La Jolla

A.R. Valentien, the signature restaurant at the AAA Five Diamond resort The Lodge at Torrey Pines, features innovative California cuisine served in a breathtaking setting overlooking the Torrey Pines Golf Course and Pacific Ocean coastline. Executive Chef Kelli Crosson uses only the best local provisions, and the menu changes daily depending on what's offered at local farmers' markets, as well as from other local growers, ranchers and fishermen. The restaurant's wine list features California wines exclusively, including a variety of boutique wineries from throughout the state. A.R. Valentien’s sophisticated design includes artwork from the restaurant’s namesake, Albert Robert Valentien, and a spacious outdoor terrace. Special events include the seasonal Artisan Table dinner series and Celebrate the Craft, an annual charity event benefiting The Ecology Center.PLEASE NOTE: We will be temporarily closed starting Dinner, October 13 - March 2025, due to kitchen enhancement renovations

A photo of The Grill at The Lodge at Torrey Pines restaurant

6. The Grill at The Lodge at Torrey Pines

4.5

Awesome(2322)

Price: Moderate

• American • La Jolla

Booked 41 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.

7. Piatti - La Jolla

4.7

Exceptional(5034)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • La Jolla

Booked 40 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 North Italia San Diego - One Paseo restaurant

8. North Italia San Diego - One Paseo

4.5

Awesome(1527)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Del Mar

Booked 65 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.

A photo of Veranda Fireside Lounge & Restaurant restaurant

9. Veranda Fireside Lounge & Restaurant

4.6

Exceptional(2571)

Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Poway / Rancho Bernardo

Booked 40 times today

With its breathtaking golf course views and award-winning resort service, Veranda at Rancho Bernardo Inn is the perfect place to meet for a quick bite, dine under the stars, or gather around the fire with a cocktail. The olive trees, gardens, and villas that line the Mediterranean coast inform dishes that are made with locally-sourced ingredients and the freshest proteins and given a Southern California twist.

10. AVANT

4.5

Awesome(1649)

Price: Moderate

• Californian • Poway / Rancho Bernardo

Booked 16 times today

AVANT is the signature Forbes Four-Star rated restaurant at Rancho Bernardo Inn, offering elevated contemporary California cuisine that unites culinary influences and flavors from Baja California with French techniques and inspiration. Crafted by Chef de Cuisine Sergio Jimenez, the seasonal menu uses the freshest local ingredients and produce from The Inn's on-site garden. Regional Sommelier & Cellar Master Joe Baumgardner has curated an award-winning wine cellar for AVANT, from limited production wines around the globe to bio-dynamically farmed selections, offering the perfect pairing for each course. AVANT's cocktail program serves up imaginative libations ranging from light to direct, all complemented by playful presentations and artistic touches. The essential San Diego dining experience is set in inviting indoor and outdoor spaces with stunning views of the surrounding resort.

Best Restaurants for Afternoon Coffee in Scripps Ranch

Price

Cuisine

Regions

Areas

Top Rated

Dining Options

Seating options

Award-winning

Accessibility

27 restaurants available nearby

1. Public House 131

2. Cape Fire Grill

3. The WineSellar & Brasserie

4. RED O Taste of Mexico - La Jolla

5. AR Valentien at The Lodge at Torrey Pines

6. The Grill at The Lodge at Torrey Pines

7. Piatti - La Jolla

8. North Italia San Diego - One Paseo

9. Veranda Fireside Lounge & Restaurant

10. AVANT

Explore OpenTable