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KITCHEN 1540, Del Mar, CA

KITCHEN 1540

4.1
4.1
613 Reviews
$31 to $50
Contemporary American
1540 Camino Del Mar, Del Mar, CA 92014

About this restaurant

  • Romantic
  • Good for special occasions
  • Innovative
Modern and comfortable, KITCHEN 1540 blends energy and intrigue with an innovative, seasonally-driven menu. To further the experience, the restaurant offers an extensive wine list, full bar and specialty cocktails. The spacious outdoor patio allows guests to enjoy the ocean breezes and features private cabanas for intimate dining. The setting is punctuated with a waterfall and hanging lanterns to set just the right mood. Whether you are sharing small plates and drinks amongst friends or enjoying a romantic dinner under the stars, KITCHEN 1540 is where the perfect day becomes the perfect beach night.

KITCHEN 1540 has garnered numerous awards including such prestigious honors as Wine Spectator Magazine: Award of Excellence; CA Restaurant Association: Gold Medallion - Best Hotel Restaurant, Fine Dining; San Diego Magazine: Best Hotel Restaurant; and Ranch & Coast Magazine: Editor's Pick for Best Restaurant.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Daily 5:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Catering
    Breathtaking, Coastal, Elegant. To accommodate meetings and social events, the resort offers over 16,000 square feet of distinctive indoor and outdoor meeting and event space, ideal for corporate retreats, banquets and other special occasions. Breathtaking sunsets over an ocean vista play backdrop to gatherings on the Pacific Terrace. And for those with more than business, relaxation and dining in mind, there's even a dedicated 'romance team' to orchestrate the perfect wedding, rehersal dinner, honeymoon or romantic getaway for couples.
  • Private party facilities
    KITCHEN 1540's private, wine encased dining room is available for parties of up to 10 guests. A private outdoor, lantern-lit cabana seats up to 12.
  • Neighborhood
    Del Mar
  • Cross street
    15th Street
  • Parking details
    Complimentary valet parking when dining at our restaurants. Street parking and public spaces are also available.
  • Public transit
    The hotel will shuttle from nearby Solana Beach Train Station
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 613 people are saying

KITCHEN 1540 reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

4.1
4.1 based on all time ratings
  • 4.2Food
  • 4.1Service
  • 4.1Ambience
  • 0.6Value

NoiseModerate

613 Reviews
  1. Bobbo VIP

    Las Vegas58 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on December 30, 2019

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 1
    We were very disappointed in this restaurant. As you have read my previous reviews, I do not talk down to most, but this was terrible. No one in a box of a room, they called the restaurant (no signage). They do not have bar tenders that was dishes, at dinner we ordered a martini, no martini glasses were clean, thus they gave us a martini in a high ball glass. I could have ordered Vodka on the rocks if I would have known. Plus, this was kids camp with very high noise and kids running everywhere.

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  2. Paulette

    East Texas18 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on August 5, 2019

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Sitting outside in a cabana was lovely, but since we were the only ones out there, they kept forgetting about us. The service was really slow. The last time we ate there, the food was terrific. This time, still pricey, but just so-so. Disappointing all around.

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  3. mamabear5

    Tallahassee2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on July 2, 2019

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    Good food, excellent service. Unfortunately the Auberge slipping on upkeep. Fined on patio. Sparse to say the least 3 line tables. The succulents on the table were dying. The toilet in the bathroom needed reseating & dirty grout. It looked like an aging dame. Needs some TLC.

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  4. OwenP VIP

    Los Angeles1 review

    2.0

    Dined on June 8, 2019

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 1
    we were the only one there, so i told my date i bought out the restaurant for our date!!

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Houston3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 5, 2019

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Small menu, great dishes !!

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  6. SplashKK VIP

    San Diego36 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 15, 2019

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food with beautiful presentation. Our outside cabana table provided fantastic ambiance.

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  7. GregW

    San Diego1 review

    5.0

    Dined on April 9, 2019

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service and overall experience outstanding. My only observation was food service seemed to be a little on the slow side for a week night that wasn't very crowded. All servers who served us were quite pleasent and accommodating.

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  8. RobertS

    San Diego5 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on March 24, 2019

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Excellent salad and bread. Steak entree was over cooked. Seafood pasta wasn’t hot. Service was very good and Mgmt offered us a free dessert.

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  9. AlbertoC

    Los Angeles2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 10, 2019

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service and wonderful food. Had a very nice experience overall and would definitely recommend it.

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  10. cherylp VIP

    New York City58 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 10, 2019

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Service was amazing. Food was good but menu was limited. Great wine !

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KITCHEN 1540 is rated 4.1 stars by 613 OpenTable diners.

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Google Map for KITCHEN 1540

1540 Camino Del Mar, Del Mar, CA 92014

Additional information

  • Cross street
    15th Street
  • Neighborhood
    Del Mar
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Daily 5:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Complimentary valet parking when dining at our restaurants. Street parking and public spaces are also available.
  • Public transit
    The hotel will shuttle from nearby Solana Beach Train Station
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    Breathtaking, Coastal, Elegant. To accommodate meetings and social events, the resort offers over 16,000 square feet of distinctive indoor and outdoor meeting and event space, ideal for corporate retreats, banquets and other special occasions. Breathtaking sunsets over an ocean vista play backdrop to gatherings on the Pacific Terrace. And for those with more than business, relaxation and dining in mind, there's even a dedicated 'romance team' to orchestrate the perfect wedding, rehersal dinner, honeymoon or romantic getaway for couples.
  • Private party facilities
    KITCHEN 1540's private, wine encased dining room is available for parties of up to 10 guests. A private outdoor, lantern-lit cabana seats up to 12.
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