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A photo of Sbicca - Del Mar restaurant
4.5
Awesome(2513)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Del Mar
Booked 11 times today
We look forward to having you join us! San Diego's favorite "Neighborhood" restaurant. Located in beautiful, quaint Del Mar and winner of the "Gold Medallion Award" for Best Neighborhood Restaurant awarded by the San Diego Chapter of the California Restaurant Association. Dine up on the Ocean View deck and take in the blue pacific while enjoying our award winning cuisine or sit on our ocean view sidewalk cafe and sip on one of our Wine Spectator award winning wine list wines. SPECIALS: 1/2 price on Wine Bottles Tuesdays & ThursdaysHappy Hour Daily 3-5pm (excluding holidays) Please note we cannot guarantee seating requests, we will do our best to accommodate but it is not a guarantee for inside or outside
A photo of Shimbashi Izakaya restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(976)
Price: Expensive
• Japanese • Del Mar
Booked 7 times today
Shimbashi's theme is based on the Izakaya, a Japanese tapas restaurant. We offer a multi-faceted menu that can be used as a pairing with sake for the light eater or sophisticated dinner entrées served in the Japanese tradition. Our menu changes with the season making each dining experience a new adventure.
A photo of Salt + Lime Del Mar restaurant
4.4
Awesome(178)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Del Mar
Booked 16 times today
Salt and Lime combines authenticity with innovation to create a sensory Mexican cuisine experience. A modern design offering outdoor seating with a bar providing a distinctive culinary experience. Diners are invited to explore diverse flavors of Mexican gastronomy, ranging from tacos to traditional seafood ceviches in a high energy setting with Ocean views in the heart of Del Mar.Expect the unexpected, because too much of a good thing is never enough! Come try our spicy Cilantro Jalapeño Margarita or cool down with our Piña Coco Limon cocktail.We are now offering Breakfast SATURDAY - SUNDAY FROM 9:30AM - 1:00PM.
A photo of Tamarindo Latin Kitchen- Del Mar restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(904)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Del Mar
Booked 24 times today
Tamarindo Del Mar **NOW OPEN FOR LUNCH AND DINNER**Kitchen closes promptly at 9pm Sunday-Thursday and 10pm on Friday+Saturday's.
A photo of Il Fornaio - Del Mar restaurant
4.4
Awesome(2363)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Del Mar
Booked 16 times today
Step inside Il Fornaio and take a culinary journey through Italy. Early mornings bring rustic, crisp crusted bread hot from the oven accompanied by the scent of fresh brewed espresso. During lunch and dinner hours, pastas and flavorful sauces simmer while meats and vegetables roast over hot coals. Bottles of wine from small, regional wineries are uncorked to complement the dishes, which have been crafted in the custom of Italy's chefs, bakers and homemakers. Specialties include wood-fired rotisserie and grilled meats, poultry and game; house made pastas; pizzas from an oak wood burning oven; fresh salads and house made soups; a wide variety of desserts; and fresh baked bread made daily from scratch. Repeat winner of the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence.
A photo of Coya Peruvian Secret restaurant
4.4
Awesome(650)
Price: Moderate
• Peruvian • Del Mar
Booked 9 times today
Located next to Del Mar beach on 11th street, Coya Peruvian Secret Restaurant offers award winning gourmet Peruvian- Cali fusion Peruvian cuisine in charming cottage house under a tree. All seats are outside tucked in greenery so its in all casual seating. Voted best Seafood by locals and best Latin American in SD we are primally seafood place but we also proudly serve great meat choices, like our surf and turf with Rib Eye, traditional Lomo with Filet mignon, lamb stew with New Zealand lamb, excellent short rib with sweet potatoes and Peruvian half roasted chicken. If you seeking cozy color full vibe full of magic for a date or family reunion we are perfect choice. You will astonish your party with unforgettable flavors. Take them of a gourmet trip to Peru and back tonight.
A photo of Del Mar Seaside Grill restaurant
4.4
Awesome(12)
Price: Moderate
• Mediterranean • Del Mar
Booked 3 times today
Restaurant critics, neighborhood regulars and first-time visitors always agree about Del Mar Seaside Grill– the atmosphere is great, the food is outstanding and the service is superb. This restaurant offers a sophisticated, yet casual atmosphere that is perfect for dining with friends, co-workers and family members. The mouth-watering menu features a wide array of great selections always made from highest quality ingredients. Del Mar Seaside Grill can accommodate parties up to 250 people in its main dining room. With 25 years of experience and continuing, Del Mar Seaside Grill in one of San Diego’s finest restaurants and a town favorite.
A photo of Poseidon restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(5577)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Del Mar
Booked 56 times today
The minute you walk into Poseidon, you’ll be swept by the fabulous view. You couldn’t be closer to the sand and the beach than sitting at Poseidon on their beautiful outdoor patio. With such a spectacular ocean view, you’ll experience breathtaking sunsets and during the right season even catch a glimpse of the whales migrating up or down the coast. The bar offers a large circular firepit, which is nice on those chilly fall or winter nights. Off to the side of the bar is a split level dining room offering every table a panoramic view of the beach and the ocean. For decades, Poseidon has delighted both local San Diegans and the tourists that love the beach.
A photo of South of Nick's - Del Mar restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(596)
Price: Expensive
• Mexican • Del Mar
Booked 69 times today
An essential stop in San Diego for Southern California Mexican Cuisine.South of Nick's Mexican Kitchen & Bar features Classic Mexican favorites, prime steaks and seafood with a So Cal twist. Fine Tequilas & Margaritas Our food and drink meets the highest standards of quality, freshness and seasonality and combines both modern-creative and traditional styles of cooking. Nick’s is dedicated to perfecting the dining experience through continuous innovation, offering the highest quality food and beverage, and executing impeccable standards of hospitality. The deeply instilled Nick’s culture is personified by its Ladies and Gentlemen – professionals who share a single focus and are inspired and committed to offering great service and creating positive memorable experiences.
A photo of Pacific Coast Grill - Cardiff restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(9158)
Price: Very Expensive
• Seafood • Cardiff By The Sea
Booked 89 times today
Pacific Coast Grill's oceanfront venue features unique Pacific Coastal cuisine, an oyster bar, select sushi rolls, and a plethora of seafood choices, delicious steaks and more! There are two levels of dining at the new PCG with every dining seat in the house carefully planned to have an ocean view. There are bars on both levels and a heated outdoor patio and a deck with one of the best views of the Pacific Ocean and the line up at Cardiff Reef. You can watch surfers, kite surfers, dolphins, whales and spectacular sunsets from throughout the restaurant.

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  • Jennifervip
    Phoenix / Arizona •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Wonderful and delicious experience! Perfect way to celebrate our friend’s birthday!
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    Salt + Lime Del MarPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Del Mar
    4.4
  • Allison
    San Diego •14 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    The food here always comes through. Even though they are spicy (to me) we always get the elote spears. They are incredible. I love their chips - thin and crispy and the seasoning is 100% - the salsa tasted different last night and not sure what they did, but I prefer it the original way. I think the ingredients were the same, just different amounts. We also shared the ceviche and the shrimp raja enchiladas. It says the enchiladas are spicy, but they aren’t at all. Just very flavorful and if you get them - upgrade with the fig mole sauce. It takes everything to another level. The server was perfect. Super attentive and kept my tea refilled without any hesitation. She was really friendly, too. We sat in the back by the bar and it was a bit quieter back there so I think that’s the best place to sit if you’re inside. There was a man with his golden retriever at the bar and they brought out dog bowls for the dog to eat. That might not be everyone’s jam, but it sure was mine. Any place that welcomes well behaved dogs is A+, 10/10 in my book. Everyone that was there was in love with the dog.
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    Tamarindo Latin Kitchen- Del MarPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Del Mar
    4.7
  • Elizabeth
    San Diego •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Our Birthday experience at Sbicca was phenomenal. Food was delicious, people helping with details and food were polite and helpful - We love Sbicca - Thank you for a wonderful evening.
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    Sbicca - Del MarPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Del Mar
    4.5
  • Steve
    San Diego •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on Nov 29, 2024
    Ambiance, service and food was excellent. We’ve always enjoyed Il Fornaio in Palo Alto and our experience in Del Mar was of the same. Although expensive the quality and experience make worthwhile. We will be going back.
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    Il Fornaio - Del MarPrice: Moderate• Italian• Del Mar
    4.4
  • George Kevin
    San Diego •18 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Nov 25, 2024
    Authentic Japanese food with diverse menu. Best Japanese dining experience in San Diego, most likely. Can't wait to return for lunch also
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    Shimbashi IzakayaPrice: Expensive• Japanese• Del Mar
    4.6
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