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Cesarina
Price: Moderate•Italian•4.9(5463)Ocean Beach - 2
Javier's - La Jolla
Price: Moderate•Mexican•4.6(3507)La Jolla - 3
Steak 48 - Del Mar
Price: Very Expensive•Steakhouse•4.9(1420)Del Mar - 4
LEILA
Price: Expensive•Middle Eastern•4.7(455)North Park - 5
Benihana - San Diego, CA
Price: Moderate•Japanese•4.1(7324)Mission Valley
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insideOUT
Price: Expensive•Californian•4.7(2270)Hillcrest - 2
Addison By William Bradley
Price: Very Expensive•Californian•4.8(1884)Del Mar - 3
The Marine Room
Price: Very Expensive•Seafood•4.7(8177)La Jolla - 4
Le Coq
Price: Very Expensive•Contemporary French•4.4(275)La Jolla - 5
The Amalfi Llama - San Diego
Price: Moderate•Steakhouse•4.4(345)University City/Golden Triangle
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Poseidon
Price: Expensive•Seafood•4.8(5571)Del Mar - 2
Paradisaea
Price: Very Expensive•Californian•4.7(558)La Jolla - 3
The Red Door
Price: Moderate•Italian•4.8(2973)Mission Hills - 4
RED O Taste of Mexico - La Jolla
Price: Expensive•Contemporary Mexican•4.3(2675)La Jolla - 5
NINE-TEN
Price: Expensive•Californian•4.7(2924)La Jolla
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- OTOpenTable DinerSan Diego •1 review5.0Dined 1 day agoThe hostess greeted us with a smile and our server Chase was exceptional. We never had to ask for anything.  Everything he recommended was delicious. We will definitely be back soon. More infoSouth of Nick's - Del MarPrice: Expensive• Mexican• Del Mar•4.7
- KKarenvipLos Angeles •53 reviews5.0Dined 2 days agoWent on Thanksgiving and though we did not have turkey for dinner the experience was fantastic and the service was just wonderful. Great food, friendly staff, what more could you want. Our table was perfect in a quieter area surrounded by glass, perfect for my hard of hearing father who is 95 years old. Just the perfect evening!More infoSteak 48 - Del MarPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Del Mar•4.9
- CCelinavipSan Diego •59 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoReservation is as easy and there was no wait, ambience was perfect, food was great and service was excellent. Three of us had the prime rib (very tasty and cooked to perfection), one had the mahi mahi and loved it, and the other one had a vegan dish and very happy with it. We shared the calamari and Brussels sprouts and had the hula pie, peanut butter torte, pumpkin pie - all excellent. Thank you for staying open for Thanksgiving.More infoJake's Del MarPrice: Moderate• American• Del Mar•4.8
- OTOpenTable DinerWashington, D.C. Area •1 review5.0Dined 4 days agoAlways great service and good food. It’s definitely one of my favorites in San Diego.More infoNorth Italia San Diego - One PaseoPrice: Moderate• Italian• Del Mar•4.5
- LELouiseESan Diego •14 reviews5.0Dined on Apr 1, 2023worth every penny and every calorie - bravo chef bradley and staff!More infoAddison By William BradleyPrice: Very Expensive• Californian• Del Mar•4.8
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As a northern San Diego neighborhood, Carmel Valley is an ideal place dine on authentic Mexican food, Italian cuisine, and even Japanese fare. Order fresh guacamole or a large Mexican platter that includes fish, beans, steak, and cornbread. If you’re craving something Italian, then consider ordering the paccheri Emiliana or the salmone escada. When it comes to the area’s Japanese fare, try menu items such as a rice bowl, the vegan miso shoyu or a fusion dish like the carnitas-filled steamed buns. If traditional American cuisine is your thing, then you’ll come across plenty of dining choices that fit this bill. Bar and grill establishments in the area serve up burgers, steak, and chicken. In Carmel Valley, the good food makes it easy to stay full.
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Healthy restaurants located in Carmel Valley include Amalfi Cucina Italiana - Carmel Valley, Amaya at Fairmont Grand Del Mar and Glass Box Asian Coastal Inspired Kitchen + Bar
Restaurants with gluten-free options in Carmel Valley are Ambrogio15 Del Mar, Vittorio's Italian Restaurant- San Diego and Amalfi Cucina Italiana - Carmel Valley
Bottomless brunch in Carmel Valley is available at Amaya at Fairmont Grand Del Mar, Vittorio's Italian Restaurant- San Diego and Amalfi Cucina Italiana - Carmel Valley
The most romantic restaurant in Carmel Valley is Amaya at Fairmont Grand Del Mar
Restaurants in Carmel Valley with a great view include Amaya at Fairmont Grand Del Mar, The Clubhouse Grill at Fairmont Grand Del Mar and Lobby Lounge at Fairmont Grand Del Mar
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