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Best Restaurants with a Vibrant Bar Scene in Cardiff By The Sea

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1. Pacific Coast Grill - Cardiff
4.7
Exceptional(9472)
Price: Very Expensive
• Seafood • Cardiff By The Sea
Booked 102 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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2. Ki's Restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(1073)
Price: Moderate
• Californian • Cardiff By The Sea
Booked 2 times today
Ki's Restaurant is praised for its vibrant bar scene in reviews. With its 'groovy music', 'festive ambience', and 'interesting art on the walls', it creates a lively atmosphere. Customers also mention the 'great happy hour/sunset dinner menu' and 'fantastic music', indicating a lively and fun bar scene.
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3. Jake's Del Mar
4.8
Exceptional(10684)
Price: Moderate
• American • Del Mar
Booked 108 times today
Aloha friends of Jake’s Del Mar! We are open for indoor and outdoor dining, takeout, and delivery. Visit jakesdelmar.com to view our menus or place a takeout order online!Jake’s is the quintessential California oceanfront dining experience. The eclectic menu compliments the casual, yet elegant restaurant atmosphere right on the Del Mar shore. With chef-driven California coastal fare, craft cocktails, and unforgettable ocean views, it’s the best of the west coast. Whether for a date night or a celebration with friends and family, Jake’s serves up something special every time.
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4. Le Papagayo Encinitas
4.6
Exceptional(2295)
Price: Moderate
• American • Encinitas
Booked 13 times today
Le Papagayo blends New American and Pacific Coast cuisine to create an amazing fine dining experience. The Chef and Myself combine the freshest of local ingredients and flavor to create a unique character for each meal created from scratch. Dining at Le Papagayo is a full experience that will delight all your senses. Amazing food and a warm and inviting dining room which looks like an art gallery are all part of the experience.We also offer a heated patio and unplugged live music every night.
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5. Sbicca - Del Mar
4.6
Exceptional(2551)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Del Mar
Booked 11 times today
Sbicca - Del Mar is a vibrant bar scene according to the reviews. Customers praise the 'fun atmosphere', 'excellent service', and 'delicious cocktails'. The restaurant also offers 'half price wine bottles' on Tuesdays and Thursdays, adding to the lively atmosphere. The restaurant's outdoor seating area is a hit among customers who enjoy the dinner with a great view.
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6. Il Fornaio - Del Mar
4.4
Awesome(2413)
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.
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7. The Grill at The Lodge at Torrey Pines
4.6
Exceptional(2435)
Price: Moderate
• American • La Jolla
Booked 53 times today
The Grill at The Lodge at Torrey Pines is a restaurant that offers an exclusive view of the iconic Torrey Pines Golf Course. Guests can enjoy wood-fired dishes, craft beer choices, and an expanded patio. The restaurant is known for its decadent Drugstore Hamburger, but it also offers a variety of other dishes, including salads, seafood, and steaks. The Grill is committed to using local ingredients and sound craftsmanship. The restaurant's ambiance is welcoming and thoughtful, and the team is dedicated to providing a memorable experience for guests.
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8. Benihana - Carlsbad, CA
3.5
Very Good(3935)
Price: Moderate
• Japanese • Carlsbad
Booked 41 times today
Benihana in Carlsbad, CA is a vibrant bar scene with great food and cocktails, as per the reviews. The restaurant's communal dining experience and entertaining chefs contribute to its lively atmosphere. Customers appreciate the happy hour menu and drinks, and the restaurant is often praised for being a fun and enjoyable place to dine.
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9. Rosina's Italian Restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(1286)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Poway / Rancho Bernardo
Booked 23 times today
Rosina's Italian Restaurants is traditional, casual and family friendly. We prepare our pastas and sauces fresh daily. Rosina's is a great place for a business meeting in our larger additional dining room, special gathering date night, or family dinner. Hand Made for 30 YearsWe serve healthy, Mediterranean recipes the Italian way: homemade soups, fresh vegetables, classic Italian cuisine from the heart of Italy. Our family has prepared meals for San Diegans for almost 30 years.Find out why your neighbors are calling both of Rosina's locations hidden gems, and make sure to try the nightly dinner specials!
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  • StephanieVIP
    San Diego •6 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Always great food. Try the Seabass entree. So good!!
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    Pacific Coast Grill - CardiffPrice: Very Expensive• Seafood• Cardiff By The Sea
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    4.7
  • HeatherVIP
    San Diego •12 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    We came to Sbicca on Mother’s Day, and they absolutely reminded me why I love this place so much. I already go often, but this visit made me appreciate them even more. They initially gave us one of the smaller patio tables, likely assuming our party of five included younger kids but I showed up with some tall teenage boys. The staff quickly and accommodatingly found us a larger table. At first, it was half in the sun and our group was melting, but when a shaded table with an ocean view opened up, they graciously let us move. I was so happy to have a comfortable and beautiful spot for my boys. The food was delicious, the service was quick and flawless, and the whole experience was exactly what I hoped for. I’ll definitely be back again soon.
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    Sbicca - Del MarPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Del Mar
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    4.6
  • EUGENE
    Greater Boston •1 review
    4.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Terrific place for low-key, high-taste early Mother's Day dinner while watching an incredible sunset of the Pacific! Excellent service and tasty food! Thank you!
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    Ki's RestaurantPrice: Moderate• Californian• Cardiff By The Sea
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    4.6
  • Alyssa
    Los Angeles •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Great service and it was great to celebrate my mom’s birthday! They were wonderful there and the view was great!
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    Jake's Del MarPrice: Moderate• American• Del Mar
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    4.8
  • StaceyVIP
    San Diego •16 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    I love this place! The food is always great, they have inventive and delicious cocktails, and the bands are always top notch. Good food in a fun environment!!
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    Le Papagayo EncinitasPrice: Moderate• American• Encinitas
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    4.6

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