South of Nick's - Del Mar

South of Nick's - Del Mar reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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   Bianca

   Los Angeles7 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 1 day ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Had a great dinner outside on the patio! Perfect noise level, the drinks and food were amazing. Gabriela was our waitress and was very attentive. Recommend the enchiladas, Cabo shrimp, birria tacos and either of the planchada dishes.
   

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   Melissa VIP

   Las Vegas28 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Latino seating was great on this hot day. Food was delis and service great. Specialty cocktails were awesome
   

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   Sigrid

   San Diego4 reviews

   4.0

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 5

   South of Nick’s is a fabulous restaurant with fabulous food and great table service. The reason why I couldn’t give it straight five stars was the reception. Neither of the two receptionists said hello or welcomed us in any way, cold and very unwelcoming, not at all what you would expect! The table server made up for it with her excellent service though.
   

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   Christy VIP

   San Diego15 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   This was THE BEST meal I’ve had in a long time. All of the food was amazing and we were all raving the whole time we were there. The service was great, and ambiance is wonderful. The restaurant is a bit loud, so if you’re hard of hearing I’d opt to sit outside where there wouldn’t be an echo. We’ll definitely be becoming regulars here.
   

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   Minou VIP

   San Diego150 reviews

   4.0

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   We love South of Nick's. The staff and servers are always nice and professional and the food is very good - we love the soft tacos ...
   

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   Betsey

   San Diego11 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   We have been to the South of Nicks location in San Clemente many times and always had a great meal with wonderful service. This Del Mar Heights location actually exceeded our expectations. The guacamole appetizer was a generous portion and tasted fresh and homemade. The Cabo shrimp entree had 5 jumbo shrimp and a tequila serrano sauce that was incredible. The birria tacos plate was a little too salty but still delicious. The service from multiple staff was friendly ,welcoming and professional and offered excellent recommendations. The chocolate chunk cake was a delicious anniversary surprise and much appreciated. On our way out, we complimented the General Manager for her gracious hospitality , food and service. We will definitely be back!
   

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   Richard VIP

   Orange County3 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Always a solid experience, great food and drinks, thanks Nick!
   

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   Julie VIP

   San Diego55 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   I had fun taking my parents to South of Nicks and it was fantastic the food was good the chips were great the guacamole was good but I especially liked the margaritas they were really fantastic will be back to enjoy food and margaritas
   

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   Dave VIP

   San Diego338 reviews

   3.0

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 4

   Not going back here. After an initial visit to take drink orders, our server disappeared - we finally had to flag down someone else to take our order. The carnitas were pretty dry, not what you'd expect from what was supposed to be a nice place. The margarita tasted way too strong, and had a bitter tase to it. All for almost $300 for three people.
   

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    Jeff

    Palm Springs7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    Excellent service from Pablo. Paid special attention to us and had fun with us as well. Took many pictures and seemed to enjoy himself. His service was great. 
    

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