Candor by Giuseppe

4.8

800 Reviews

$31 to $50

Contemporary Italian

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2 people

17 Feb 2025

19:00

Booked 5 times today

Experiences are available.

Neighbourhood gem
Great for outdoor dining
Healthy

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 800 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
4.6Ambience
4.6Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Candor by Giuseppe in La Jolla is a culinary delight with "excellent service" and "delicious food." Frequent diners praise the "amazing" menu with options for vegans and gluten-free guests. Signature dishes like the Braised Short Ribs and Chicken Milanese are crowd favorites. The restaurant's "friendly" atmosphere and "attentive" staff make it a must-visit.

800 Reviews

N
Nicole
Mexico City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The server was phenomenal. Top quality service from all of the staff. Everyone was very attentive to us. The food was excellent as well. We high recommend this restaurant.
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John
VIP
San Diego
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Great food, wonderful service.. Sat outside in a covered windproof area which was just fine as it was windy outside.
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Craig
Kansas City
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Great food. A small seating area in the restaurant and more outside. The food is great. I had a pear and shrimp salad, which is fantastic. My wife had a specialty at the house, which was basically scrambled eggs with sour cream, nuts, and rhubarb jam. stuff inside. She loved it. I highly recommend this restaurant. It’s small and the chef is famous in the area. When it’s busy you should get a reservation.
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Cynthia
VIP
San Francisco
53 reviews
5.0
53 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Candor had something for everyone. This time I tried the steamed mussels and clams. They were perfectly prepared in a wine garlic broth with a kick of chorizo. The mushroom raviolis were newer on the menu, and they were outstanding.
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Andrea
VIP
San Diego
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on 9 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Wonderful dinner yet again at Candor. Lovely service, outstanding drinks and food.
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Jan
VIP
San Diego
37 reviews
5.0
37 reviews
Dined on 31 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was delicious and the service was great. We will go back again. The roasted grape salad with salmon added was divine. I had field greens instead of frisée. That change made it perfect.
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linda
VIP
San Diego
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on 24 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
As always, Candor is excellent on all criteria. It's one of our favorite La Jolla restaurants. L.
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Debra
VIP
Minneapolis
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on 17 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food, great service and good options for vegans- thank you!
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Cynthia
VIP
New York City
14 reviews
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on 15 January 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a pleasure to dine at Candor. Food and service are consistently amazing!
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Mary
San Diego
32 reviews
5.0
32 reviews
Dined on 27 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great meal with client … always wonderful food and a broad array of choices. Our go-to La Jolla place for personal or work meals.
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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 800 OpenTable diners.