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

California English

4.4
4.4
487 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
19:00
Booked 15 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Innovative
  • Good for special occasions
  • 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 487 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.

487 Reviews

  1. Heather

    San Diego

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    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 today
    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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  2. Sophie

    VIP

    San Diego

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    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 today
    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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  3. Carlota

    Guam

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    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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  4. Christy

    VIP

    San Diego

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    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 today
    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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  5. OpenTable Diner

    VIP

    San Diego

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful space indoor and out! Great tea service and cocktails!
    California EnglishResponded today
    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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  6. Lizzie

    San Diego

    8 reviews

    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 18 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful restaurant, for sure. The food was delicious. We had the scotch egg (kinda too spicy for me, personally), the Caesar and the fish & chips. Loved the fish & chips. Huge portion, super tasty. French fries were good, too. The four stars is because the service was super slow. Waited awhile for our food. Too much time between apps & entree. Will probably go back because the fish & chips were fire.
    California EnglishResponded today
    Lizzie, I'm happy to hear the menu offerings were delicious. I am so sorry to hear about slow service, we certainly strive for timely, genuine and kind service so I'm bummed this was not the case and will be eager to touch base with the necessary team members. Can't wait to have you back again and ensure service that meets expectations.

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  7. Mia

    San Diego

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 14 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very nice tea service with excellent food options. Nice cocktails as well 🥂
    California EnglishResponded today
    Mia, I'm so happy to hear that Tea was a hit! Thanks for joining us :)

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  8. Joe

    VIP

    San Francisco

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 14 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Best fish and chips I’ve ever had, and the stone fruit sour is an excellent cocktail
    California EnglishResponded today
    Joe, This is a wonderful review!!! I'm glad everything was excellent and "the best" :)

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  9. Quelda

    VIP

    San Diego

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 13 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A very nice place with great service and excellent food.
    California EnglishResponded today
    Quelda, Thanks for leaving such a wonderful review!!!

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  10. karen

    VIP

    San Diego

    30 reviews

    3.0

    30 reviews

    Dined on 13 December 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    Unfortunately we dined the same evening that the restaurant rented out their front patio to a private party. The noise level from the live music (sliding doors were wide open) interrupted what should have been a lovely, quiet dining experience. Food was good but I see that the smashed pea concoction is still on the menu, lentils on my salmon plate were undercooked and flavorless. The lemon scones were a hit with the table as were the fish&chips. Would I go back? Well, yes, but I won’t order the salmon plate and I would definitely get a substitution for the peas. ;)
    California EnglishResponded today
    Hi Karen, I'm sorry this was your experience! With the holiday season ending, the restaurant is sure to be a bit quieter so I definitely encourage coming back! Thank you for your feedback on the Salmon plate, I will absolutely pass it along to the kitchen team and I'm sorry this didn't meet expectations. I'd love to welcome you back into the space and I'm sure we can find offerings that exceed expectations! I'm pleased the service and ambiance were standouts :) Thanks again Brooke Chief of Staff

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California English is rated 4.4 stars by 487 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 15 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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