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Our menu is meant to be shared with others! - California English, San Diego, CA

California English

4.4
4.4
492 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
19:00
Booked 10 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for brunch
  • Charming
Located in the Sorrento Valley, California English is the newest culinary creation from celebrity chef, Richard Blais. Blais is creating an all-day menu for California English that’ll interpret classic British dishes through the lens of Southern California ingredients.
The idea is a fusion of sorts: the laid-back California lifestyle that makes San Diego so unique, mixed with a cozy pub convivial atmosphere where you can meet friends (or mates) for a pint after work, set up a client lunch with fresh oysters on the menu or have a cozy family dinner over a Sunday roast. Everything on the menu is made from scratch with locally sourced ingredients that make for fresh and flavorful dishes.
The effortless vibe of casual yet stylish makes for the perfect place to celebrate the joy of the unexpected coming together to make the perfect culinary match.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, British, Californian
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Tue–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Afternoon Tea Tue–Sun 11:00 am–5:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Sun 3:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (858) 201-3461
  • Website
    http://www.californiaenglishsd.com/
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Richard Blais

Experiences

  • Cocktail & Food Pairing

    US$25.00 per person

    Prepaid

    31 Dec 2024 only
    Ring in the New Year with a cutting-edge culinary experience at California English, spotlighting the artistry of molecular mixology. Each thoughtfully crafted cocktail is paired with a curated plate designed to complement its innovative flavors and presentation. Guests can choose 3 pairings for $75 or 5 pairings for $95. Reservations start at 6PM, with the last seating at 8PM. A $25 deposit per person secures your spot, and a 20% gratuity ensures exceptional service for this unforgettable celebration. Elevate your evening with a uniquely modern take on New Year’s Eve!

  • Brunch

    Multiple dates available
    Escape to the British countryside without leaving California, where hearty British comfort meets the freshest local bounty. Indulge in timeless brunch classics reimagined by renowned chef Richard Blais with a sun-kissed twist. It's a transatlantic culinary journey that promises farm-fresh charm in every bite!

  • Lunch

    Multiple dates available
    Escape to the British countryside without leaving California, where hearty British comfort meets the freshest local bounty. Indulge in timeless lunch classics reimagined by renowned chef Richard Blais with a sun-kissed twist. It's a transatlantic culinary journey that promises farm-fresh charm in every bite!

Menu

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What 492 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
California English offers a charming blend of British and Californian cuisine. "wonderful concept," though consistency varies. Highlights include "Great service," especially from standout staff like Gus and Marco. Teatime is popular, with delicious desserts like sticky toffee pudding. While some find the food lacking, the creative dishes and beautiful ambiance make it a memorable experience.

492 Reviews

  1. sandeep

    Greater Boston

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and service. Nice ambience. Plenty of parking available

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  2. Jerie

    San Francisco

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved the Boozy Tea service. With a group of 7 people, we like that 5 of us could have tea service and the bigger eaters could order off the brunch menu. Great service and great food. We will be back to use our red envelope. The mystery of what our prize will be is cool! It was a December red envelope surprise to be used in January.

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  3. Angie

    VIP

    Los Angeles

    13 reviews

    4.0

    13 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The fish and chips is their flag ship item and it didn’t disappoint!

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  4. Bony

    San Diego

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    If you’re a foodie then you will appreciate this place for a date night for flavorful international food with California and British influence’s and caring service. From the beverages I enjoyed the mocktail and happy hour appetizer with the best crispy pork belly bao I’ve had. The entree from the house made pasta in cream sauce and the jerk chicken was done with fresh ingredients and just hit the flavor notes. For desserts we appreciated the date cake with the homemade gelato. There is an outdoor area for kids to play around and outdoor seating. We’ll stop by with our kids next time for their high tea and my husband will consider California English as a spot to bring in business clients. Plenty of parking just as you drive past it to your right side, and try not to accidentally park in the Chick-Fil-A area. Thank you again!

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  5. Nick

    Belize

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Good was not the best. Came out cold and was not seasoned very well. I would say that the appetizers and the prime rib were the best things we had.

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  6. Heather

    San Diego

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 22 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server was very attentive as well as the rest of the staff. We didn’t feel rushed at all. Their recommendations were great! Easy parking and no crowds.
    California EnglishResponded 4 days ago
    Heather, I'm pleased you were able to enjoy quality time with us and that service was a highlight. I so appreciate this positive feedback and can't wait to share it with the team :)

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  7. Sophie

    VIP

    San Diego

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on 22 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a treat to go to this place, food is excellent and the staff is so friendly.
    California EnglishResponded 4 days ago
    Sophie, Pleased your time with us is consistently a treat! Please say hello next time you're in :) Brooke & the California English team

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  8. Carlota

    Guam

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 22 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great brunch and ambience. The food and service were great!

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  9. Christy

    VIP

    San Diego

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 21 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a wonderful Birthday brunch! Jade provided amazing service! Highly recommend!!
    California EnglishResponded 4 days ago
    Happy belated Christy! Jade is the best, I can't wait to let her know you left such a kind review. Thanks for celebrating with us :)

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    VIP

    San Diego

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 19 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful space indoor and out! Great tea service and cocktails!
    California EnglishResponded 4 days ago
    Hi there, So happy to hear Tipsy Tea time was a hit as it is one of our newer offerings. Thanks so much for leaving this review!!!

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FAQs

California English is rated 4.4 stars by 492 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 10 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for California English

9276 Scranton Rd, San Diego, CA 92121-7701

Additional information

  • Area
    Sorrento Mesa
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Tue–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Afternoon Tea Tue–Sun 11:00 am–5:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Sun 3:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, British, Californian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Executive Chef
    Richard Blais
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