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Javier's - La Jolla
Price: Moderate•Mexican•4.6(3,847)La Jolla - 2
Steak 48 - Del Mar
Price: Very Expensive•Steakhouse•4.9(1,979)Del Mar - 3
Duke's La Jolla
Price: Moderate•Hawaii Regional Cuisine•4.6(6,823)La Jolla - 4
Wildland
Price: Moderate•Californian•4.6(152)Carlsbad - 5
Culinary Dropout - Del Mar
Price: Moderate•American•4.5(84)Carmel Valley
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Raised by Wolves
Price: Moderate•Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service•4.8(3,014)La Jolla - 2
The Marine Room
Price: Very Expensive•Seafood•4.7(8,470)La Jolla - 3
Campfire
Price: Moderate•American•4.9(5,499)Carlsbad - 4
Addison by William Bradley
Price: Very Expensive•Californian•4.8(1,874)Del Mar - 5
The Amalfi Llama - San Diego
Price: Very Expensive•Steakhouse•4.5(521)University City/Golden Triangle
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Jeune et Jolie
Price: Very Expensive•Contemporary French•4.9(4,288)Carlsbad - 2
NINE-TEN
Price: Expensive•Californian•4.8(3,018)La Jolla - 3
Le Coq
Price: Very Expensive•Contemporary French•4.5(486)La Jolla - 4
RED O Taste of Mexico - La Jolla
Price: Expensive•Contemporary Mexican•4.4(2,799)La Jolla - 5
The Fishery
Price: Expensive•Seafood•4.8(3,198)Pacific Beach
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The Pony Room
Price: Very Expensive•American•4.8(1,605)The Pony Room is a favorite among locals and resort guests alike. In addition to an extensive selection of all expressions of agave spirits, it is also home to one of Southern California's most impressive wine and hand-crafted, seasonally inspired signature cocktail lists. The Pony Room serves exceptional, American inspired comfort classics with daily specials.
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Join us every Saturday and Sunday for Brunch on our beautiful hacienda inspired terraces from 11am to 2pm.Dolce
Price: Moderate•Californian•4.8(728)Dolce is a high quality, inviting atmosphere and the perfect Ranch neighborhood hideaway. Intimate and lively, Dolce offers delicious local, rustic wine-country inspired cuisine, fine wine and occasions for joyful gatherings.
Nick & G's Restaurant
Price: Expensive•American•4.5(972)At Nick & G's the good times keep rolling! We bring the taste of Italy to Rancho Santa Fe, serving our community with best-in-class dining, catering, and events. Our restaurant's design showcases a tasteful blend of new and old-world luxury, to reflect the delicate balance of flavors contained in our modern Italian-American cuisine.Lilian's Restaurant
Price: Moderate•Unspecified•4.8(262)Welcome to the Lilian's Blog - a culinary diary and a rendezvous with history. Here, we chronicle our adventures in gastronomy, share behind-the-scenes glimpses, and delve deeper into the legacy of Lilian Rice. Whether you're a food aficionado, a history enthusiast, or someone seeking to uncover the stories behind Rancho Santa Fe's best new restaurant, you're in the right place. Dive into our articles and let Lilian's spirit guide your journey through taste and time.
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- RreneOrange County •6 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoVery attentive and friendly staff. Shrimp appetizer and Campanelle shrimp a la vodka were both amazing.More infoNick & G's RestaurantPrice: Expensive• American• Rancho Santa Fe•4.5
- FFionaVIPSan Diego •8 reviews5.0Dined 4 days agoExcellent lunch Mateo was the best waiter giving us great recommendations and attention. Patio was perfect Was thanked for coming in I’ll be back !More infoLilian's RestaurantPrice: Moderate• Unspecified• Rancho Santa Fe•4.8
- MMaryVIPNew York City •69 reviews5.0Dined 5 days agoLuis was our server and he was terrific! Food was wonderful as always. Love the Pony Room!More infoThe Pony RoomPrice: Very Expensive• American• Rancho Santa Fe•4.8
- IIraSan Diego •53 reviews5.0Dined 6 days agoA charming dining spot with great food, a broad selection of wines, and wonderful service! Can't wait to go back...More infoRancho Santa Fe BistroPrice: Moderate• American• Rancho Santa Fe•4.7
- CChristopherVIPCalifornia Central Coast •1 review5.0Dined on Jun 6, 2025It was amazing! The bartender made the best drinks.More infoMille FleursPrice: Very Expensive• French American• Rancho Santa Fe•4.9
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The hills, valleys, and horse trails in the Rancho Santa Fe area provide stark relief for the mansions hugging the mountainside in this residential area. You won't run out of places to eat around here, however. Burgers, hand-rubbed steaks, and craft beer are still staples in traditional American restaurants in town. You can opt for French cuisine that has captured the ambiance of Provence or Burgundy with authentic decor and specialty dishes. After a day of spa pampering, cure a hankering for California cuisine in a casual setting. Intimate bistros are the go-to places to finish drying off your margarita pedicure. When it comes to food, Rancho Santa Fe caters to diverse palates and personalities.
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Dog friendly restaurants in Rancho Santa Fe include Nick & G's Restaurant, Lilian's Restaurant and The Pony Room