Best Live Music Restaurants in Del Mar

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Cardiff By The SeaCarlsbadCarmel ValleyDel MarEncinitasLa Jolla

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1. Sbicca - Del Mar

4.5

Awesome(2548)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Del Mar

Booked 17 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

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2. Coya Peruvian Secret

4.3

Awesome(663)

$$$$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.

A photo of Ocean View Bar & Grill Restaurant in Hotel Indigo Del Mar restaurant

3. Ocean View Bar & Grill Restaurant in Hotel Indigo Del Mar

3.7

Very Good(25)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Del Mar

Hotel Indigo's Ocean View Bar & Grill serves authentic local favorites, creative appetizers, sharable plates and signature cocktails. Along with its enticing menu, guests enjoy ocean views and contemporary décor. The grill also features live local music on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays. Bring your furry friend and enjoy al fresco dining by the fire pit, or belly up to the bar for one of our signature cocktails.

A photo of The Grill at The Lodge at Torrey Pines restaurant

4. The Grill at The Lodge at Torrey Pines

4.7

Exceptional(2425)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • La Jolla

Booked 34 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.

A photo of AR Valentien at The Lodge at Torrey Pines restaurant

5. AR Valentien at The Lodge at Torrey Pines

4.7

Exceptional(2505)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Farm-to-table • La Jolla

A.R. Valentien, the signature restaurant at the AAA Five Diamond resort The Lodge at Torrey Pines, features innovative California cuisine served in a breathtaking setting overlooking the Torrey Pines Golf Course and Pacific Ocean coastline. Executive Chef Kelli Crosson uses only the best local provisions, and the menu changes daily depending on what's offered at local farmers' markets, as well as from other local growers, ranchers and fishermen. The restaurant's wine list features California wines exclusively, including a variety of boutique wineries from throughout the state. A.R. Valentien’s sophisticated design includes artwork from the restaurant’s namesake, Albert Robert Valentien, and a spacious outdoor terrace. Special events include the seasonal Artisan Table dinner series and Celebrate the Craft, an annual charity event benefiting The Ecology Center.PLEASE NOTE: We will be temporarily closed starting Dinner, October 13 - March 2025, due to kitchen enhancement renovations

6. Red Tracton's

4.3

Awesome(1743)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Del Mar

Booked 13 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.

A photo of Amaya at Fairmont Grand Del Mar restaurant

7. Amaya at Fairmont Grand Del Mar

4.2

Awesome(1377)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Californian • Carmel Valley

Booked 14 times today

Savor a fresh take on California cuisine shaped by the region’s diverse terroirs and coastal inspiration. Amaya’s ingredient-forward menu highlights local farms, waters, and wild places brought to life with timeless technique and a spirit of seasonal creativity. Every dish is a celebration of nature’s rhythm and the bounty of the Golden State. Whether enjoying breakfast, lunch, or dinner on the shaded, flower-lined terrace overlooking our serene canyon preserve, or gathered indoors among deep red accents, Amaya offers the perfect setting for connection, where warmth, laughter, and camaraderie abound. Whether with family, friends, or for a romantic dinner, every moment is meant to be special. 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

8. Ki's Restaurant

4.6

Exceptional(1061)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Californian • Cardiff By The Sea

Booked 7 times today

Daytime service is as it always has been: order at the counter and the food will be brought to you in the seating area upstairs or out under our tent. Night-time is full service in the upstairs seating area. On Friday nights, we also have live music from 7-9pm.Ki's is a perfect fit for its local beach community culture. We provide food options that serve the needs of people who enjoy the outdoors and have a high degree of awareness for their health, fitness and well being. And Ki's is more than just a 'health food' option for many. It is simply great food for anyone-professionals, families looking for a home-cooked meal or friends hanging out enjoying some tasty eats.

9. Dolce

4.8

Exceptional(722)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Californian • Rancho Santa Fe

Booked 7 times today

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.

A photo of Events at Fairmont Grand Del Mar restaurant

10. Events at Fairmont Grand Del Mar

4.3

Awesome(40)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Californian • Carmel Valley

Booked 1 time today

Savor a fresh take on California cuisine shaped by the region's diverse terroirs and coastal inspiration. Amaya's ingredient-forward menu highlights local farms, waters, and wild places brought to life with timeless technique and a spirit of seasonal creativity. Every dish is a celebration of nature's rhythm and the bounty of the Golden State. Whether enjoying breakfast, lunch, or dinner on the shaded, flower-lined terrace overlooking our serene canyon preserve, or gathered indoors among deep red accents, Amaya offers the perfect setting for connection, where warmth, laughter, and camaraderie abound. Whether with family, friends, or for a romantic dinner, every moment is meant to be special.

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Laurie
San Diego •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Excellent meal from high quality ingredients in a beautiful environment with excellent service.
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The Grill at The Lodge at Torrey PinesPrice: Moderate• American• La Jolla
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4.7
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Tobi
San Diego •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Very diverse and delicious dishes. Halibut and tiger shrimp were outstanding. Fried chicken delicious as always.
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Sbicca - Del MarPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Del Mar
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4.5
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KimVIP
San Diego •36 reviews
4.0
Dined on Apr 11, 2025
Cute, small, ourdoor patio restaurant. great food. For an early dinner hour, had already run out of a variety of items (drinks & foods), but we were able to find other options
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Coya Peruvian SecretPrice: Moderate• Peruvian• Del Mar
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4.3
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Bernard
San Diego •1 review
5.0
Dined on Oct 9, 2024
We had a fantastic experience. The staff were spectacular, the food was amazing, the ambiance, incredible. It was an anniversary celebration for us and the service blew us away, from the personalized menu to the amazing attention to detail by all the staff. A very happy experience all around. We highly recommend
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AR Valentien at The Lodge at Torrey PinesPrice: Very Expensive• Farm-to-table• La Jolla
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4.7
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KennyKazVIP
San Diego •49 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jun 30, 2024
It was a great evening eating dinner with an ocean view!
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Ocean View Bar & Grill Restaurant in Hotel Indigo Del MarPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Del Mar
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3.7

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