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International Smoke Del Mar, San Diego, CA

International Smoke Del Mar

4.5
4.5
716 Reviews
$30 and under
American

International Smoke Del Mar is the wildly popular collaboration between award-winning Chef Michael Mina and renowned restaurateur, chef, 2x NY Times best-selling cookbook author, philanthropist, television host and producer, and entrepreneur Ayesha Curry. Inspired by Curry and Mina’s shared love of global travels and international cooking techniques, International Smoke ignites a new spark of flavor and creativity focused on woodfired steaks, seafood, ribs, and vegetarian entrees to create flavorful dishes that are craveable worldwide.
Celebrating food as the heart of the community, International Smoke recognizes that fire is the start of all cooking and every country shares this culinary spark. At the center of the dining experience, the bar offers a community-driven atmosphere – creating a social space where guests can connect with friends over delicious food and drinks for a night to remember.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Steak, Barbecue
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Tue–Sun 11:30 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Sun 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (619) 331-4528
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Catering
    We offer pick-up and delivered catering orders for groups of all sizes, contact our sales manager for more details. For more information, contact our team at 619-331-4528 or 415.730.4591. Events-dm@internationalsmoke.com.
  • Neighborhood
    Carmel Valley
  • Cross street
    Del Mar Heights & El Camino Real
  • Parking details
    Valet directly out front of the restaurant, there are also public parking garages.
  • Public transit
    One Paseo Trolley has stops surrounding the area.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 716 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.5
4.5 based on all time ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4Value

NoiseModerate

716 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on February 13, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Yum! Outstanding fine dining service with excellent menu/food Preparation. Top notch. Love it.

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    Hawaii

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 10, 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    The cauliflower was super unique; I never thought I’d like cauliflower so much.

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  3. Human

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 6, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The service was amazing, the food delicious, the drinks, of the highest caliber, I had an incredible time! It's a place for families and celebrations, young people alike.

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  4. FernH

    Chicago

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on February 2, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Had fun catching up with friends we had seen in many years. The food and service was excellent!

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  5. surfnik

    San Diego

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on February 2, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Ordered the courses sampler. Delicious and a lot of food which we took home. Beautiful dining room and full bar. Will be back.

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 31, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Came in and we didn’t have to wait, we were seated immediately, the food and service was amazing. Big portions of food which are great for sharing. We were treated like part of their family.

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  7. MaryB

    San Diego

    50 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    50 reviews

    Dined on January 16, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing dishes, great cocktails, attentive staff. Our server, Brian, went out of his way to make sure my shellfish allergy didn't interfere with any of my dishes. This is our third visit, always love this place!

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 2, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Cauliflower and cornbread are my family's favorite apps. Food and service are always good!

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Indiana

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on January 1, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was amazing. Great value for your money.

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on December 31, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent customer service!

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  11. BarbaraR

    Las Vegas

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 27, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great location, great service, amazing ribs!! Our family loved it!

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  12. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    4 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on December 25, 2021

    overall3food4service5ambience2
    Christmas Eve. The drinks are cool , not a ton of variety. Some of the food was excellent. Ribs not so much. Our server and the entire staff were great. The atmosphere is very blah , meh ….

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  13. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 24, 2021

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Christmas Eve lunch was delicious, service could have been a bit more attentive but overall a good experience.

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  14. RayyB

    San Diego

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on December 18, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was great! Had their prix fixe menu for 2 which included their best dishes. Drinks were delicious as well! Would come back here often. Love the ambiance.

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  15. LynnG

    San Diego

    22 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on December 12, 2021

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    The family and I came here after church on Sunday. Was wonderful service. The food was awesome. Portions are a little smaller than I expected. The dressing on the wedge was terrible, very dill forward ratio of dill needs to be better balanced and or dialed back. Ribs are authentic and on another level delicious. The kids shrimp and rice came with two shrimps’… sort of laughable. The rice under the shrimp was by far some of the best rice I’ve ever had. The coffee was delicious freshly brewed with a beautiful presentation. We also had the salmon and Caesar which was delicious, salmon portion was meager. All in all—- we will be back.

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  16. Berber

    Las Vegas

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on December 4, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Their ribs, seabass and lava cake are must-haves! The lettuce wrap was also graet but very spicy.

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  17. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 29, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Service was really good, waitress was attentive and able to answer any questions we had. Every food item was delicious, steak was very tender and juicy. Burger was really buttery yet super savory. Mashed potatoes and lobster mac & cheese were also very delicious. Would definitely come visit again and try out other dishes

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  18. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 17, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience2
    The lighting on the tables against the wall is too bright. Its like interrogation lighting. It bounces off the table and hits your eyes.

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  19. askDana

    San Diego

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on November 15, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was my first time back to International Smoke since the pandemic began. We were greeted and seated immediately. Our server was delightful, friendly, helpful and gave great service overall. Though, she did not provide timely or regular check-backs. The roasted cauliflower was the yummiest I've ever tasted. The seabass was presented beautifully and very flavorful, a win for sure. The seasonal cocktail was too sweet for my liking but the server was gracious and replaced it without skipping a beat. (I'm a Manhattan or Martini drinker and should know better than to venture into house craft cocktails ;-). The prices are definitely on the high side, but this is a nice spot for a celebratory meal. I appreciated that the music was moderate, not blaring like many restaurants.

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  20. Mark

    San Diego

    39 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    39 reviews

    Dined on November 14, 2021

    overall4food4service5ambience3
    Food was good - we did the tasting menu - the quantity was substantial - usually tasting menus are smaller portions to try the flavors - in this case we were overwhelmed with portion size. Not a problem - food was great and we had leftovers for the kids! service was excellent and all in happy to return

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  21. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    6 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on November 13, 2021

    overall3food4service1ambience3
    Service was lacking. The water girl paid more attention to us. Very disappointed with the service.

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  22. Silk

    San Francisco

    11 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on November 7, 2021

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Everyone enjoyed the food and drinks. Our server, Tia, was excellent. She made our dining experience that much better!

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  23. lovetodine

    San Diego

    66 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    66 reviews

    Dined on October 30, 2021

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    The food was good; the whipped burrata/persimmon salad was excellent. The ribs were very tender. The salad side of brisket was tough and salty.. more like jerky.

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  24. OpenTable Diner

    London

    1 review

    vip
    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 29, 2021

    overall3food3service4ambience4
    Food was just ok.

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  25. TrungD

    San Diego

    32 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    32 reviews

    Dined on October 28, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Was there for the happy hour menu. Great selection of drinks and food items. Would come back.

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  26. JuanL

    San Diego

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on October 28, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great service, fun and tasty food.

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  27. WeCameToDineNotEat

    Chicago

    9 reviews

    3.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on October 24, 2021

    overall3food4service2ambience4
    The food was as good as I remembered but for the price ($250/couple) I would expect at least four star service and it was only two. Started fine, they got busy and REALLY dropped the ball. Left frustrated that we spent that much money for a birthday dinner and the service let down the food in a big way.

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  28. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on October 20, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Birthday. Lovely evening.

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  29. ValerieS

    Los Angeles

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on October 17, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Homecoming 2021 dinner was awesome for my Sophomore and her friends. She really loved being in such a beautiful setting with her beautiful friends and eating beautiful food. We will for sure be back as this place s as sways makes you feel at home.

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  30. Trisha

    San Diego

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on October 16, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    My guy and I came on a last minute date. Thank goodness for Open table because the restaurant said they had no availability. The service with Velma was extraordinary. We loved the food and cocktails. We ordered American ribs, truffle Caesar salad, and truffle whipped potato. I would highly recommend anything and all things truffle. Those potatoes were to die for. We saw a lot of other date nights and I would definitely go back.

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  31. Sue92024

    San Diego

    55 reviews

    4.0

    55 reviews

    Dined on October 16, 2021

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    I really do love this place. However this time we purchased off the menu cocktails. We were unaware of the costs. Two of the four cocktails were $25 each. Although they were good, I would rather spend my money on food. I would prefer to know this in advance. But I would still s restaurant and go again

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  32. OpenTable Diner

    Orange County

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on October 9, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We tried the coursed dinner for my husbands 30th birthday and while it was WAY too much food for two people, each dish was absolutely delicious. They take into account dietary restrictions which is very nice. We thought this was a great way to experience International Smoke for the first time because you get to taste all of their signature dishes and figure out what you like best. Needless to say we did not finish even close to everything but overall the experience was very nice.

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  33. CJKG

    San Diego

    40 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    40 reviews

    Dined on October 3, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food and cocktails were excellent! The wait staff and customer service overall was phenomenal! We will be back! If you like old fashions they have a amazing one! The BBQ ribs are epic! Try International smoke with friends so you can explore their amazing menu more fully!

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  34. Kamikaze2023

    Los Angeles

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on October 1, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was our fifth or sixth time in the spot. Always a great time and the service is A1.

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  35. Abibas

    San Diego

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on September 26, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Good food, good drinks, good atmosphere. Exactly as described on their website.

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  36. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    3 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 25, 2021

    overall1food2service1ambience2
    I got VIP complimentary appetizers and then was charged $3.75. (Out of principal of a free dish to the table, that is unheard of) I have never been given VIP food and then charged for it. My girlfriend asked for a heat lamp and the waiter said yes. It never showed up and nobody said a word about it. I ordered rib tip Mac and cheese that never even showed up. This place has gone way down hill which is why I stopped bringing my friends here. Very disappointing.

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  37. MeghanE

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 17, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely delicious! I met a friend for dinner and it happened to be a nice quiet evening which is my preference. Everything was great!

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  38. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 12, 2021

    overall4food5service4ambience3
    Food was great. Service a bit slower than usual. Loud noise level inside.

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  39. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    3 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 12, 2021

    overall3food3service4ambience3
    Service was good. The menu choices are good but the quality of food is OK.

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  40. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 11, 2021

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Outstanding food and service. Will be one our local favorites!

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You can order delivery directly from International Smoke Del Mar using the Order Online button. International Smoke Del Mar also offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. International Smoke Del Mar also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (619) 331-4528.

International Smoke Del Mar is rated 4.5 stars by 716 OpenTable diners.

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Google Map for International Smoke Del Mar

3387 Del Mar Heights Road Suite, San Diego, CA 92130

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Del Mar Heights & El Camino Real
  • Neighborhood
    Carmel Valley
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Tue–Sun 11:30 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Sun 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Steak, Barbecue
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet directly out front of the restaurant, there are also public parking garages.
  • Public transit
    One Paseo Trolley has stops surrounding the area.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (619) 331-4528
  • Catering
    We offer pick-up and delivered catering orders for groups of all sizes, contact our sales manager for more details. For more information, contact our team at 619-331-4528 or 415.730.4591. Events-dm@internationalsmoke.com.
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