Candor by Giuseppe

4.8

790 Reviews

$31 to $50

Contemporary Italian

Candor by Giuseppe

4.8

$31 to $50

Contemporary Italian

La Jolla

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2 people

16 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 5 times today

Experiences are available.

Great for outdoor dining
Neighbourhood gem
Charming

With honest flavor and expression, Candor is a fresh take on dining, a neighborhood destination, and go-to gathering place. Always ready to serve up an engaging and savory social environment, community and culture mix seamlessly through an unpretentious and approachable seasonal menu. An American eatery that satisfies locals and travelers alike, guests feel right at home – always delighted by familiar tastes with global twists.

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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary Italian, International, Bistro
Hours of Operation
Tue–Sat 11:30 am–9:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(858) 246-7818
Website
http://www.dinecandor.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Catering
Family sized meals available for pick up and delivery.
Private party facilities
Space available for private events

Location
1030 Torrey Pines Rd, Ste B, La Jolla, CA 92037-4425
Area
La Jolla
Parking details
Private Lot
Additional
Patio/Outdoor Dining

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Experiences

Unwind & Uncork: 30% off Wine Bottles ALL DAY!
US$1.00 per person
Multiple dates available
WINE WEDNESDAY 30% off all bottles of wine We have something for every palate on our extensive international wine list.

Offers

Unwind, Sip, & Save! Candor Happy Hour
Multiple dates available
Tue - Sat - 16:00 - 18:00
Enjoy select cocktails, wines by the glass, draft beer and $10 afternoon bites. Tues-Sat. 3:30p-5:30pm

CaesarUS$15.00
Farmer's Market Green SaladUS$15.00
Seasonal Chopped SaladUS$16.00
Candied Pecan & Grilled Chicken SaladUS$22.00
- Extra ChickenUS$6.00
Grilled Salmon Nicoise SaladUS$25.00
Poached Chicken SaladUS$20.00
- Add AvocadoUS$2.00
- Extra ChickenUS$6.00
Moroccan Shrimp & Grilled Pear SaladUS$24.00
- Add AvocadoUS$2.00
- Extra ShrimpUS$10.00
Roasted Grape & Arugula SaladUS$16.00

Burgers & Griddle

White Albacore Tuna MeltUS$20.00
- FriesUS$0.00
- SaladUS$0.00
- No SideUS$0.00
1/2LB Prime Beef BurgerUS$24.00
- FriesUS$0.00
- SaladUS$0.00
- No SideUS$0.00
- RareUS$0.00
- Medium RareUS$0.00
- MediumUS$0.00
- Medium WellUS$0.00
- Well DoneUS$0.00
Salmon BurgerUS$23.00
- FriesUS$0.00
- SaladUS$0.00
- No SideUS$0.00
- Add AvocadoUS$2.00

Starters

Hot & Crispy Tomato BreadUS$12.00
Grilled Pear Panzanella & BurrataUS$21.00
California Cheese & Cured Italian SalamiUS$25.00
Roasted Market VegetablesUS$16.00
Marinated Shrimp Al AjilloUS$22.00
Grilled Mediterranean EggplantUS$18.00
Local Summer Corn CroquetteUS$16.00
Margherita FlatbreadUS$17.00
- CheeseUS$0.00
- TomatoUS$0.00
- BasilUS$0.00
- Add ChickenUS$5.00
- Add ChorizoUS$5.00
- Add SpeckUS$5.00
Papas BravasUS$14.00

Entrees

Braised Beef Short RibsUS$36.00
Za'atar Salmon & TahiniUS$34.00
Catch of the DayUS$38.00
Steak & FritesUS$42.00
- RareUS$0.00
- Medium RareUS$0.00
- MediumUS$0.00
- Medium WellUS$0.00
- Well DoneUS$0.00
- ChimichurriUS$0.00
- Demi GlaceUS$0.00
- No SauceUS$0.00
- BothUS$2.00
OrecchietteUS$22.00
Lamb PappardelleUS$27.00
Pasta & MeatballsUS$23.00
Penne NormaUS$24.00
- Add ChickenUS$6.00

Sides

Roasted BroccoliniUS$12.00
Garlic Mashed PotatoesUS$9.00
Seasonal SquashUS$11.00
SIDE Poached ChickenUS$7.00
Grilled SalmonUS$10.00
Grilled ShrimpUS$10.00
Grilled ChickenUS$7.00
MeatballsUS$10.00
Side SaladUS$7.00
Herb FriesUS$6.00
Tuna SaladUS$7.00
Burger PattyUS$9.00
Grilled SteakUS$28.00
Whole Roasted GarlicUS$4.00

Juniors (Under 10)

Cheeseburger & FriesUS$15.00
Kids PastaUS$12.00
- Tomato SauceUS$0.00
- Butter SauceUS$0.00
- PlainUS$0.00
Grilled Cheese & FriesUS$12.00

Sweets

Fresh Baked CookiesUS$4.00
- Chocolate ChipUS$0.00
- Peanut ButterUS$0.00
- Oatmeal RaisinUS$0.00
Giuseppe’s Signature BrowniesUS$5.00
Carrot CakeUS$11.00
Candor SundaeUS$14.00
- PistachioUS$0.00
- Vanilla BeanUS$0.00
- BacioUS$0.00
- Seasonal SorbetUS$0.00
- BrownieUS$0.00
- Ex Scoop PistachioUS$4.00
- Ex Scoop VanillaUS$4.00
- Ex Scoop BacioUS$4.00
- Ex Scoop SorbetUS$4.00
Gelato by the ScoopUS$6.00
- PistachioUS$0.00
- Vanilla BeanUS$0.00
- BacioUS$0.00
- Seasonal SorbetUS$0.00
- Ex Scoop PistachioUS$5.00
- Ex Scoop Vanilla US$5.00
- Ex Scoop BacioUS$5.00
- Ex Scoop SorbetUS$5.00
Dark Valhrona Choc Pot Au CremeUS$12.00
Peanut Butter Mousse-Chocolate CakeUS$12.00
Seasonal Panna CottaUS$14.00

What 790 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.8Service
4.7Ambience
4.6Value

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Review summary

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Candor by Giuseppe is a delightful neighborhood gem in La Jolla, boasting "excellent food and service" in a warm, friendly atmosphere. Guests rave about the "delicious" dishes like lamb pappardelle and burrata with grilled peach. The knowledgeable staff and beautiful outdoor patio enhance the dining experience. Highly recommended for a memorable meal.

790 Reviews

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Pamela
San Diego
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The food and service were superb. Prices reasonable and a great happy hour menu.
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Linda
San Diego
79 reviews
vip
5.0
79 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
As always, food is very fresh and delicious. The carpaccio is to die for as well as the avocado toast. Well done Giuseppe.
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DESIREE
San Diego
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 4 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My friend and I both ordered the Braised Short Ribs. I knew as soon as I saw it what a wonderful meal we were about to have. I asked for a steak knife but immediately realized it was not needed. The meat was incredibly tender and flavorful covered with a rich velvety sauce . The dish was accompanied by mashed potatoes and broccoli. I’ll be back for sure!
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Jessica
Kansas City
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 27 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
JR did a fantastic job waiting on us. He gave us good recommendations and made sure we had everything we needed. This is a warm friendly Italian restaurant. Definitely needs to be added to your restaurant list!
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Mickey
San Diego
21 reviews
vip
4.0
21 reviews
Dined on 10 November 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
It is a nice place with good food. Wish the hostess would be a little friendlier and accommodate the customers as they arrive, since there is no room to wait. Even though the table was ready she had us wait with the excuse that "the waiters aren't ready". The owners definitely need to hire some more help. The place was really loud as they allow large tables to order lots of drinks and yell; no one from the staff would ask the loud table to lower their tone, plus the tables as placed right next to each other so very limited space to walk around or try to get away from the loud noise. Hard to talk with your date! The food and service during the meal was very good and very tasty. The only negative appears to be that the deserts don't taste fresh.
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David
Los Angeles
32 reviews
vip
5.0
32 reviews
Dined on 7 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We’re locals and as always we love coming here and usually bring our dog, which is great. I was a bit disappointed to see a new menu with only a few of the great salads. The waiter was very accommodating and got me the salad I missed. Thank you.
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Ron
Austin
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on 3 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Awesome! Awesome! Great place to eat. Get that carrot cake!
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Sandra
San Diego
82 reviews
5.0
82 reviews
Dined on 26 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
For starters, it's one of the friendliest restaurants you'll ever go to followed by a wonderful well prepared meal.It is consistently good all the time! Every season they are new interesting dishes to the menu. I had the fish special Baramundi With couscous and butternut squash purée. My husband had a chicken dish which was amazing, I couldn't keep my fork out of his plate. Just luscious dinner.
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Esperanza
Miami
57 reviews
vip
5.0
57 reviews
Dined on 25 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excelente atención y comida, todo exquisito 💯 muy recomendable
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Katherine
San Diego
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 17 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Owner was there checking on EVERY table. Staff is amazing and food was OUT of this world.
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FAQs

Candor by Giuseppe offers delivery in partnership with Postmates. Candor by Giuseppe also offers takeaway which you can order by calling the restaurant at (858) 246-7818.

Candor by Giuseppe is rated 4.8 stars by 790 OpenTable diners.

Candor by Giuseppe does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Candor by Giuseppe

4.8

$31 to $50

Contemporary Italian

La Jolla

Make a booking

2 people

16 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 5 times today

Experiences are available.