Rustic Root - Solana Beach

Name: Rustic Root - Solana Beach
Address: 343 Hwy 101 #100, San Diego, CA, United States, 92075
Telephone: (858) 381-4800
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.3

4.3

107 Reviews

$30 and under

American

343 Hwy 101 #100, San Diego, CA 92075

Make a reservation

2 people

Apr 30, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 52 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Lively
Hot spot
Neighborhood gem

The concept behind Rustic Root is simple: Create the kind of neighborhood place you can eat at every week and never get tired of going back.
Rustic Root showcases our take on New American Comfort Food. Classic dishes are rooted in tradition, including regional dishes from around the country. All reimagined with fresh and local ingredients, and our chef’s modern flair.

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Breakfast, Cocktail Bar
Hours of operation
Wed–Fri 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 9:00 am–10:00 pm
Phone number
(858) 381-4800
Website
https://www.rusticrootsd.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Alex Diaz
Catering
Rustic Root Solana Beach offers easy, flavor-packed catering and Family Packs for 4–6 guests. Perfect for team lunches or family dinners, enjoy comfort food favorites like Chicken Pot Pie and Pork & Ricotta Meatballs. Available for pickup or delivery with simple online ordering.
Private party facilities
Rustic Root Solana Beach offers flexible indoor-outdoor event spaces with a coastal neighborhood vibe. Full Venue Buyout: Accommodates 175 guests for a reception-style eventMain Dining Room: Seats up to 30 guests Lounge: Casual and cozy, seating up to 50 guestsWrap-Around Patio: Seats 75 guests reception-style
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Location
343 Hwy 101 #100, San Diego, CA 92075
Neighborhood
Del Mar
Cross street
Dahlia Dr.
Parking details
Private Lot
Public transit
Solana Beach Amtrak Station – Located at 105 N Cedros Ave, this station is approximately a 1-minute walk from Rustic Root. It serves both Amtrak's Pacific Surfliner and NCTD's COASTER commuter rail, providing convenient train access to and from the area. Hwy 101 & Lomas Santa Fe Dr Bus Stop – This bus stop is about a 1-minute walk from the restaurant and is served by NCTD BREEZE bus routes 101 and 308. Plaza St & Highway 101 Bus Stop – Approximately a 3-minute walk from Rustic Root, this stop also serves NCTD BREEZE bus routes 101 and 308.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Dinner Reservation
Multiple dates available
While Happy Hour isn’t available at these tables, we’re delighted to serve you our full dinner and drinks menu. We hope you enjoy your time with us!
Weekday Happy Hour
Multiple dates available
Solana Beach’s newest Happy Hour is here! Join us in our bar & lounge area for discounted bites, $8 wines by the glass, and half-off drafts & well drinks! We reserve a very limited number of seats for Happy Hour. Lounge & bar seating for Happy Hour is first-come, first-served.
Friday Night Happy Hour
Multiple dates available
Solana Beach’s newest Happy Hour is here! Join us in our bar & lounge area for discounted bites, $8 wines by the glass, half-off drafts, $6 well spirits, and $9 well cocktails! We reserve a very limited number of seats for Happy Hour with most of our lounge & bar seating being first-come, first-served.

1862 SOUR$15.00
maker's mark, powdered sugar, syrup, lemon
THE NIGHT SHIFT$18.00
knob creek, cherry vanilla tobacco syrup, lemon, walnut & cherry bitters
1895 OLD FASHIONED$15.00
elijah craig rmd private single barrel, demerara syrup, angostura bitters
RUSTIC OLD FASHIONED$16.00
woodford reserve distiller's select bourbon, amaro nonino, giffard banana liqueur, angostura bitters
1927 MOJITO$15.00
bacardi superior rum, lime, mint, effervescence
SNOW ON THE BEACH$15.00
malibu coconut rum, fernet branca, pineapple, lime, mint
1938 MARGARITA$15.00
real del valle blanco tequila, orange liqueur, lime
THYME OUT$16.00
patron silver, julian unfiltered apple cider, spiced agave, pear, lime, thyme

SIGNATURE COCKTAILS

LAVENDER HAZE$17.00
butterfly pea infused tito's, lemon, lavender
A LOVER'S FLANNEL$16.00
cucumber mint infused absolut, strawberry, lemon, egg white
PORCH SWING$17.00
basil hayden's bourbon, blueberry, lemon, black walnut bitters
DIRTY COLA$16.00
gentleman jack, coca-cola, vanilla, lime, coconut, oat milk
KEEPING WARM$17.00
cazadores blanco, producer espadin, elderflower liqueur, blackberry shrub, lime, habanero tincture
JAVA MARTINI$16.00
absolut vanilia, kahlua especial, nitro dropkick cold brew
THE BARISTA$15.00
served as a slushy - skyy espresso vodka, coffee, oat milk, caramel, topped with whipped cream
BLOOD ORANGE SANGRIA$13.00
red wine, blood orange, pomegranate, cinnamon, clove, honey, chai tea

BOTTLES & CANS BEER

CORONA$8.00
COORS LIGHT$8.00
MICHELOB ULTRA$8.00
STONE BUENAVEZA$8.00
BUD LIGHT$8.00
JUNESHINE P.O.G. HARD KOMBUCHA$8.00

DRAFT BEER

STELLA ARTOIS$8.00
5% - pilsner - stella artois
HAZY IPA$9.00
6.5% - new england IPA - harland brewing
STONE DELICIOUS IPA$9.00
6.5% - gluten reduced IPA - stone brewing
MANGO CART$9.00
4% - light wheat ale - golden road brewing
CALI CREAMIN'$9.00
5.5% - orange vanilla cream ale - mother earth brewing
BLOOD ORANGE IPA$9.00
7.2% - west coast IPA - latitude 33
MODELO ESPECIAL$8.00
4.4% - mexican lager - grupo modelo
CULTURE BREWING$9.00
rotating seasonal - san diego, CA

NON ALCOHOLIC

SIDE PORCH SHRUB$8.00
fresh blackberries, blackberry cordial, cocoa nib, orange peel, effervescence
HOUSE-MADE LEMONADE$8.00
lavender & butterfly pea
STELLA LIBERTE NON ALCOHOLIC BEER$8.00
RED BULL$6.00
choice of: original, sugarfree, red edition, yellow edition

SPARKLING WINE BTG

HAMPTON WATER
sparkling rose - france
- g$15.00
- b$35.00
SANINO GRAGNANO
sparkling red - italy sustainable
- g$13.00
- b$27.00
SPELLBOUND
prosecco brut - italy
- g$11.00
- b$24.00
MOET & CHANDON
187ml - champagne brut - france
- g$19.00

WHITES WINE BTG

BOLLINI TRENTINO
pinot grigio - italy
- g$11.00
- b$24.00
ABBONDANZA
pecorino - italy organic
- g$14.00
- b$32.00
CHARLES KRUG
sauvignon blanc - st helena
- g$12.00
- b$24.00
EMBANKMENT
chardonnay - russian river
- g$14.00
- b$32.00
CAKEBREAD
chardonnay - napa
- g$17.00
- b$59.00
BIDDIZZA
orange blend - sicily, italy organic
- g$14.00
- b$34.00
TORPEZ BRAVADE
rose - provance, france
- g$11.00
- b$24.00
SALT
rose of pinot noir - sonoma coast
- g$14.00
- b$32.00

REDS WINE BTG

DOUGH
pinot noir - central coast
- g$12.00
- b$25.00
THE EXPLORER
merlot - washington
- g$16.00
- b$37.00
DAOU "DISCOVERY"
cabernet sauvignon - paso robles
- g$16.00
- b$37.00
HONEST THIEF
cabernet sauvignon - paso robles
- g$17.00
- b$39.00
TASI
red blend - valpolicella, italy organic
- g$12.00
- b$25.00
ALTA VISTA
atemporal blend - mendoza
- g$11.00
- b$24.00
CONDE VIMIOSO TINTO "SOMM EDITION"
red blend - portugal
- g$13.00
- b$27.00

40 UNDER 40 - SPARKLING

ARGYLE BRUT$38.00
sparkling wine - willamette valley
JOSEP VENTOSA$35.00
cava brut - spain
SPELLBOUND$24.00
prosecco brut - italy
CHANDON$39.00
brut rose - california
HAMPTON WATER$35.00
sparkling rose - france
SANINO GRAGNANO$27.00
sparkling red - 2023 - italy sustainable

40 UNDER 40 - WHITES

CHARLES KRUG$24.00
sauvignon blanc - 2023 - st helena
PASCAL JOLIVET ATTITUDE$39.00
sauvignon blanc - 2022 - loire valley
WITHER HILLS$30.00
sauvignon blanc - 2023 - marlborough
BOLLINI TRENTINO$24.00
pinot grigio - 2022 - italy
TERRE BRULEE$36.00
chenin blanc - 2021 - south africa
CLINE$29.00
viogner - 2023 - north coast
DOMAINES SCHLUMBERGER LES PRINCES ABBES$38.00
pinot gris - 2021 - alsace
MARIA BONITA NOSTALGIA$31.00
alvarinho - 2023 - portugal
ABBONDANZA$32.00
pecorino - 2023 - italy organic
EMBANKMENT$32.00
chardonnay - 2021 - russian river
NEYERS 304$38.00
chardonnay - 2022 - sonoma
AU BON CLIMAT$29.00
chardonnay - 2023 - santa barbara
WHITE QUEEN$39.00
chardonnay - 2022 - sonoma organic
TORPEZ BRAVADE$24.00
rose - 2023 - provance, france
SALT$32.00
rose of pinot noir - 2023 - sonoma coast
BIDDIZZA$32.00
orange wine - 2023 - sicily, italy organic
FERLAT SILVANO$38.00
pinot grigio rosa - 2021 - italy organic

40 UNDER 40 - REDS

MONTINORE ESTATE$35.00
pinot noir - 2021 - willamette valley
DOUGH$25.00
pinot noir - 2022 - central coast
KLEE$35.00
pinot noir - 2023 - willamette organic
EMBANKMENT$39.00
merlot - 2019 - alexander valley
THE EXPLORER$37.00
merlot - 2017 - washington
MONTE REAL$39.00
garnacha - 2021 - rioja
THE FABLIEST 067$33.00
tempranillo - 2023 - central coast
TERRA D'ORO$29.00
petite sirah - 2020 - amador county
MARTELLOTTO$38.00
cabernet sauvignon - 2021 - paso robles sustainable
GROUNDED BY JOSH PHELPS$28.00
cabernet sauvignon - 2021 - california
DAOU "DISCOVERY"$37.00
cabernet sauvignon - 2022 - paso robles
HONEST THIEF$39.00
cabernet sauvignon - 2020 - paso robles
ALTA VISTA$24.00
altemporal blend - 2020 - mendoza
TASI$25.00
valpolicella - 2022 - italy organic
VINO LAURIA$39.00
nero d'avola - 2017 - sicily organic
BARONE RICASOLI$37.00
chianti classico DOCG - 2021 - brolio
CONDE VIMIOSO TINTO "SOMM EDITION"$27.00
red blend - 2020 - portugal

SPARKLING RESERVE WINE

JOIN US EVERY WEDNESDAY FOR HALF OFF ALL BOTTLES OF RESERVE WINE!

DOMAINE CARNEROS BRUT BY TAITTINGER$65.00
sparkling wine - 2021 - carneros
PERRIER JOUET BLASON ROSE$126.00
champagne - france

WHITE RESERVE WINE

JOIN US EVERY WEDNESDAY FOR HALF OFF ALL BOTTLES OF RESERVE WINE!

FRANK FAMILY VINEYARDS$57.00
chardonnay - 2023 - carneros
CAKEBREAD$59.00
chardonnay - 2022 - napa
FLOWERS$62.00
chardonnay - 2023 - sonoma coast

RED RESERVE WINE

JOIN US EVERY WEDNESDAY FOR HALF OFF ALL BOTTLES OF RESERVE WINE!

GARY FARRELL$75.00
pinot noir - 2021 - russian river
LION TAMER$113.00
cabernet sauvignon - 2021 - napa
SEGHESIO OLD VINES$50.00
zinfandel - 2022 - sonoma county
NEYERS$88.00
cabernet sauvignon - 2018 - napa valley
SALT$252.00
cabernet sauvignon - 2014 - napa

What 107 people are saying

Rustic Root - Solana Beach reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.3

4.3 based on recent ratings

4.3Food
4.2Service
4.4Ambience
4.1Value

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Rustic Root in Solana Beach offers a vibrant atmosphere and "amazing service" that makes every visit special. The food is "delicious," with standout dishes like the smashburger, salads, and banana pudding. The ambiance is lively, perfect for both happy hour and brunch. A "great addition" to the local dining scene!

107 Reviews

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Kim VIP
San Diego13 reviews
1.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 4
Horrible service. Wait staff has a terrible attitude. They’re overworked and so nasty. Waited 50 minutes for our meal.
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Rocio VIP
San Diego6 reviews
3.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Small drinks, worst cosmopolitan ever ( sirupy, beyond sweet total disaster) hamburger and fries were really good.
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Monica VIP
San Diego14 reviews
4.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
This is a relatively new spot in our neighborhood. Service for Sunday brunch was friendly and appropriately attentive. We arrive a couple minutes before our reservation and were seated immediately on the patio area (our requested location). The ambience was comfortable and drinks were outstanding. The fried chicken and waffle dish was outstanding - the chicken was perfectly cooked, still moist and tender, fried batter was crispy and not greasy. The three side sauces for the chicken were very tasty, one sweet, one hot and one savory. The French toast dish was less successful. The cut of bread was too thick for their prep - so the inside was just bread (not the usually egg, milk custard) and only the outside was coated with the French toast egg-milk wash. Ordered a side of shaved Virginia ham which was wonderful. So all in all, worth trying again as this place gets its “sea-legs”.
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Julie
Los Angeles1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Great service, food, drinks and atmosphere! A win win for this location!
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peter VIP
San Diego33 reviews
3.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
The music was way too loud to enjoy dinner. We were hoping to dine in a restaurant, not a discotheque.
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Kristen VIP
San Diego11 reviews
4.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Food was great. Very lively place. Our waitress was fantastic. We had a 6:30 reservation but didn’t get seated until 7. I had to go up 3 times to see what was up. The hostess was not helpful and said she would check on it but never followed up with me. Aside from that snd super loud music…it was great. Will return.
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Christina VIP
San Diego13 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great happy hour, fun vibes, amazing service and delicious food!
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Jaymye
San Diego1 review
3.0
Dined on April 20, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Let's start with the "shareables" The corn bread and bacon mac and cheese were in a very small cast iron pan - We had a table of 6 this would maybe feed 1.5 people (that was not disclosed when ordering) The entre food took a while to arrive so be ready to wait. Our reservations were late on a Saturday (8:15) there was a DJ (we were not prepared for that) We could not hold a conversation easily so if you are looking to bring a client or have a date night with conversation or catch up with old friends (like us) definitely confirm whether or not a DJ will be there. I ordered the lobster pasta. It was very lacking in flavor. The steak was good but small. The bacon mac and cheese was excellent. Also, weird fact the bathrooms are outside the restaurant so be prepared for that. It was a trendy spot, but I wasn't looking for a "club" vibe I would prefer more a nice, upscale, dinner spot that has music at a fun level where you can still hold a conversation without shouting across the table. I would much rather go to Rare Society for a trendy spot in Solana Beach. Also, I ordered the cocktail Snow on the beach and there was a ton of ice compared to the drink - not worth the price.
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chia-wei VIP
San Diego1 review
5.0
Dined on April 19, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food quality decreases compared to 1month ago when it opens
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Knick VIP
Las Vegas5 reviews
3.0
Dined on April 13, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
We were a party of four and made the reservation a month in advance but were seated at a large table that fits 8 people which made it impossible to have any sort of conversation Our waitress disappeared for 15 minutes on two occasions, she apologized and said they were short staffed but between the inability to have a conversation and really slow service it wasn’t a good experience The bar area is nice We are locals, so we don’t plan to go back for dinner but will go for drinks
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FAQs

Rustic Root - Solana Beach offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (858) 381-4800.

Rustic Root - Solana Beach is rated 4.3 stars by 107 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Apr 30, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 52 times today

Experiences are available.

Google Map for Rustic Root - Solana Beach

343 Hwy 101 #100, San Diego, CA 92075

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Dahlia Dr.
Neighborhood
Del Mar
Hours of operation
Wed–Fri 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 9:00 am–10:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Breakfast, Cocktail Bar
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Private Lot
Public transit
Solana Beach Amtrak Station – Located at 105 N Cedros Ave, this station is approximately a 1-minute walk from Rustic Root. It serves both Amtrak's Pacific Surfliner and NCTD's COASTER commuter rail, providing convenient train access to and from the area. Hwy 101 & Lomas Santa Fe Dr Bus Stop – This bus stop is about a 1-minute walk from the restaurant and is served by NCTD BREEZE bus routes 101 and 308. Plaza St & Highway 101 Bus Stop – Approximately a 3-minute walk from Rustic Root, this stop also serves NCTD BREEZE bus routes 101 and 308.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Alex Diaz
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
Delivery & takeout
Order direct

Website
https://www.rusticrootsd.com/
Phone number
(858) 381-4800
Catering
Rustic Root Solana Beach offers easy, flavor-packed catering and Family Packs for 4–6 guests. Perfect for team lunches or family dinners, enjoy comfort food favorites like Chicken Pot Pie and Pork & Ricotta Meatballs. Available for pickup or delivery with simple online ordering.
Private party facilities
Rustic Root Solana Beach offers flexible indoor-outdoor event spaces with a coastal neighborhood vibe. Full Venue Buyout: Accommodates 175 guests for a reception-style eventMain Dining Room: Seats up to 30 guests Lounge: Casual and cozy, seating up to 50 guestsWrap-Around Patio: Seats 75 guests reception-style

Rustic Root - Solana Beach

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Dining areas

Additional information

Dinner Reservation

Weekday Happy Hour

Friday Night Happy Hour

CLASSICS AND RUSTIC TWISTS

1862 SOUR$15.00

THE NIGHT SHIFT$18.00

1895 OLD FASHIONED$15.00

RUSTIC OLD FASHIONED$16.00

1927 MOJITO$15.00

SNOW ON THE BEACH$15.00

1938 MARGARITA$15.00

THYME OUT$16.00

SIGNATURE COCKTAILS

LAVENDER HAZE$17.00

A LOVER'S FLANNEL$16.00

PORCH SWING$17.00

DIRTY COLA$16.00

KEEPING WARM$17.00

JAVA MARTINI$16.00

THE BARISTA$15.00

BLOOD ORANGE SANGRIA$13.00

BOTTLES & CANS BEER

CORONA$8.00

COORS LIGHT$8.00

MICHELOB ULTRA$8.00

STONE BUENAVEZA$8.00

BUD LIGHT$8.00

JUNESHINE P.O.G. HARD KOMBUCHA$8.00

DRAFT BEER

STELLA ARTOIS$8.00

HAZY IPA$9.00

STONE DELICIOUS IPA$9.00

MANGO CART$9.00

CALI CREAMIN'$9.00

BLOOD ORANGE IPA$9.00

MODELO ESPECIAL$8.00

CULTURE BREWING$9.00

NON ALCOHOLIC

SIDE PORCH SHRUB$8.00

HOUSE-MADE LEMONADE$8.00

STELLA LIBERTE NON ALCOHOLIC BEER$8.00

RED BULL$6.00

SPARKLING WINE BTG

HAMPTON WATER

SANINO GRAGNANO

SPELLBOUND

MOET & CHANDON

WHITES WINE BTG

BOLLINI TRENTINO

ABBONDANZA

CHARLES KRUG

EMBANKMENT

CAKEBREAD

BIDDIZZA

TORPEZ BRAVADE

SALT

REDS WINE BTG

DOUGH

THE EXPLORER

DAOU "DISCOVERY"

HONEST THIEF

TASI

ALTA VISTA

CONDE VIMIOSO TINTO "SOMM EDITION"

40 UNDER 40 - SPARKLING

ARGYLE BRUT$38.00

JOSEP VENTOSA$35.00

SPELLBOUND$24.00

CHANDON$39.00

HAMPTON WATER$35.00

SANINO GRAGNANO$27.00

40 UNDER 40 - WHITES

CHARLES KRUG$24.00

PASCAL JOLIVET ATTITUDE$39.00

WITHER HILLS$30.00