Best Romantic Restaurants in Sorrento Valley

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1. Cucina Enoteca - Del Mar

4.5

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Del Mar

Booked 20 times today

Say hello to the sister restaurant of San Diego’s award winning CUCINA urbana! CUCINA enoteca’s menu features Italian classics with a modern twist, traditionally coursed or served family-style, and made with the freshest local, organic and sustainable ingredients. Enjoy wine by the glass or visit the wine shop and select a bottle from over 100 selections at retail price ($10 corkage fee applies).

2. Poseidon

4.8

Exceptional(5609)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Del Mar

Booked 39 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.

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3. Coya Peruvian Secret

4.4

Awesome(655)

Price: Moderate

• Peruvian • Del Mar

Booked 8 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.

4. Red Tracton's

4.6

Exceptional(1714)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Del Mar

Booked 9 times today

East coast style Steakhouse and Supper Club with roots dating back 75 years plus . Red Tracton's is know for serving only the finest in Prime Beef and Seafood. Quality and quantity is Reds trademark. Live entertainment Tuesday - Saturday at the Piano bar.

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5. Pacific Coast Grill - Cardiff

4.8

Exceptional(9240)

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.

6. Pacifica Del Mar

4.5

Awesome(4867)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Del Mar

Booked 36 times today

Perched atop the Del Mar Plaza in the heart of the Village, Pacifica Del Mar has remained a local gem for years as one of the neighborhood’s most sought-after places to dine, wine and gather with friends and family. Their menu showcases casual and inspired fare - like fresh seafood, steak and pasta - complimented by an award-winning wine list and creative cocktails.Whether you choose to dine on their cozy ocean view patio, or join them in our vibrant dining room or bar, their warm service and great food and drink will provide a memorable dining experience.We look forward to seeing you at Pacifica Del Mar. Please note that in an effort to give our staff enough time to turn over and sanitize tables between diners, reservations will be limited to an hour and a half for parties of 4 or less, and 2 hours for parties 5+. We thank you for understanding and helping us keep things safe for you.

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7. Beeside Balcony Del Mar

4.5

Awesome(1426)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary European • Del Mar

Booked 20 times today

Beeside Balcony is a hidden gem in old Del Mar, CA with a relaxed seaside chic décor where guests enjoy global mediterranean cuisine and ocean views from the covered outside balcony. A third generation chef of Spanish and Italian descent, and hailing form Paris, France, Christophe's restaurant career began at 17 in the kitchen of his father's restaurant in Pasadena when they first emigrated to the USA. Upon returning to southern California in 2011, Christophe spent 8 years as the managing partner of Eddie V's Prime Seafood in La Jolla. Here he deepened his knowledge of sourcing and cooking the freshest seafood available, while delivering world class service. The laid back coastal vibe of Del Mar, combined with the attention to detail from Christophe's fine dining background, infuses Beeside Balcony with an easy elegance that elevates any gathering, and makes the perfect backdrop to showcase his global mediterranean menu.

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8. Chart House Restaurant - Cardiff

4.5

Awesome(7224)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Solana Beach

Booked 40 times today

Chart House is a fine dining restaurant serving seafood & steak and famous for their spectacular views. For more than 50 years, Chart House has redefined the ideal dining experience. With 27 waterfront and showcase locations ranging from the historic to the unforgettable, Chart House restaurants specialize in dazzling views, unique cuisine and exceptional service. From fresh fish specialties to slow-roasted prime rib, the renowned chefs of Chart House have tailored a menu that adds a unique touch to local flavors. And the Chart House happy hour is a guest favorite, where guest favor our signature cocktails and delicious bites you are sure to enjoy. Our original Hot Chocolate Lava Cake is the perfect end to a memorable dining experience at Chart House. Chart House offers the ideal setting for your next event. We would be happy to assist you with all the details of your special occasion.

9. Mille Fleurs

4.9

Exceptional(2302)

Price: Very Expensive

• French American • Rancho Santa Fe

Booked 9 times today

Mille Fleurs is a top pick for romantic dining. With its exquisite French country decor and warm ambiance, it's perfect for special occasions. Reviewers consistently highlight its 'romantic, quiet, classy' setting, 'exceptional service', and 'terrific' food. One reviewer even said it 'feels like going to Europe for an evening'. Whether it's a birthday, anniversary, or just a romantic dinner for two, Mille Fleurs promises to be a memorable experience.

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10. Amaya at Fairmont Grand Del Mar

4.1

Excellent(1359)

Price: Very Expensive

• French • Carmel Valley

Booked 11 times today

Amaya at Fairmont Grand Del Mar combines the spirit of a beloved Parisian brasserie with a farm- and sea-to-table philosophy that celebrates the bounty of Southern California. Savor modern renditions of French brasserie classics including a hearty bouillabaisse, escargot, duck cassoulet, fruits de mer tour and tender filet de boeuf. Enjoy breakfast, lunch or dinner in the shaded terrace surrounded by fragrant blooms, or immerse yourself in the convivial atmosphere of our indoor dining room.Amaya’s menu is defined as much by an allegiance to French tradition as it is to Southern California’s bounty through the seasons. LIVE LIMITLESS - Join the rewards program designed with you in mind. As a member of ALL – Accor Live Limitless, you’ll earn points on dining, experiences and hotel reservations at more than 5,000 hotels worldwide. Enroll at https://bit.ly/3gvDtJG

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Lynn
San Diego •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Everything was great! Just as I remembered. Food is always good with service.
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Cucina Enoteca - Del MarPrice: Moderate• Italian• Del Mar
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4.5
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RandVIP
San Diego •43 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Great local restaurant. Prices have gone up. Service and food is outstanding
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Red Tracton'sPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Del Mar
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4.6
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Aaron
San Diego •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
This is one of the best experiences I have ever had at a restaurant! The coconut shrimp was out of this world and the Wild Isle salmon was phenomenal. The drinks are excellent as well. On top of this our server, I think his name is Sean or John, was attentive and incredibly knowledgeable about all of the food and drink options.
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PoseidonPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Del Mar
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4.8
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Ann
San Francisco Bay Area •12 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
We had a wonderful family dinner here. The food was delicious and our server was attentive and friendly. So glad we visited again!
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Coya Peruvian SecretPrice: Moderate• Peruvian• Del Mar
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4.4
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Lori
New York City •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
This years annual birthday dinner for our friend took place on the west coast for 2025–and after a great stay in Temecula we opted for The Pacific Grill. It did not disappoint! From its gorgeous beach location in Cardiff to the excellent and unhurried service we were thrilled to have such a perfect evening to cap off a “girls weekend”. Starting with specialty cocktails and an excellent premium wine list we enjoyed the heat lamp warmed beach patio for our meal. The shrimp dumplings in a port wine sauce were amazing to start with—I want to come back and try the chilled appetizers with my husband and family. We enjoyed coconut crab crusted mahi mahi and the seafood pasta dish—the smoky tomato sauce with Thai basil was very flavorful on the pasta and the seafood cooked to perfection. A beautiful birthday dessert of house bread pudding and vanilla bean ice cream and specialty cappuccino and teas capped off the night.
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Pacific Coast Grill - CardiffPrice: Very Expensive• Seafood• Cardiff By The Sea
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4.8

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45 restaurants available nearby

1. Cucina Enoteca - Del Mar

2. Poseidon

3. Coya Peruvian Secret

4. Red Tracton's

5. Pacific Coast Grill - Cardiff

6. Pacifica Del Mar

7. Beeside Balcony Del Mar

8. Chart House Restaurant - Cardiff

9. Mille Fleurs

10. Amaya at Fairmont Grand Del Mar

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