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The Grill, San Marcos, CA

The Grill

4.6
4.6
31 Reviews
$30 and under
American
Mere steps from The Links at Lakehouse golf course, The Grill has the ambiance of an everyday bar and grill with elevated food and cocktails.The Grill is the perfect spot to bring family and friends to enjoy a great time over great food.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 1 time today
Experiences are available.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 7:00 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 7:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (760) 653-3224
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Neighborhood
    San Marcos
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Experiences

  • Thanksgiving Buffet

    $85.00 per person

    Nov 23, 2023 only
    Join us for a Thanksgiving All-You-Can-Eat Buffet at The Grill. Indulge in Thanksgiving classics like Oven Roasted Turkey, Apple Cider Glazed Ham, Braised Short Rib and Sage Stuffing while listening to live music from 12pm to 6pm. $85 Adults $25 Children (under 12) Please select your complete party size, including children. Payment will be taken at the restaurant and price for children will be adjusted.
    Thanksgiving Buffet Photo

What 31 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • North San Diego

    Great for brunch

  • North San Diego

    Neighborhood gem

31 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great vibe & service. Wedding was going on and was not too noisy. Live music on the patio.

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  2. Jenna

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Such a fun experience! I went with a party of six and we all had a great time. We ordered the Hole-in-one burrito (delicious; and big enough to share), the Eagle (did not try but was told it is good), and the pancakes (heard these were good too). We sat outside and had a nice view of the driving range.

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  3. Sherry

    Orange County

    12 reviews

    3.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on September 11, 2023

    overall3food2service4ambience4
    My tacos were very greasy even though tasty. Service was very good but we ate outside and the flys were terrible so I wish I would have chosen inside seating.

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  4. Andy

    San Diego

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    So fun and so much to watch and food was amazing.

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  5. PhyllisT

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The Grill is always my go to place for special occasions especially since I can now make reservation. The only thing missing was something special as it was my birthday which was noted on the reservation. Overall, had a fun time

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  6. TDill

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Super fun place to have breakfast lunch or dinner with friends or family. The patio is awesome for families and your kids can use the putting green while you enjoy dinner! Food is great, and the service is great as well.

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  7. Ellenaj

    San Diego

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Their happy hour menu is what makes this a great value, otherwise can be costly for a golf grill. Ambience is fun & casual and wait staff is great! Especially Krystal (our favorite waitress!)

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on July 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was an amazing experience highly recommend the New York Stake had a lot of flavor and I also asked for mashed potatoes on the side amazing !

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  9. LeeR

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our server and staff on duty did a great job reserving two tables for our large family group to be together, eat, drink and practice putting and drivng at the same time. Food always good - loved Smash burgers on Monday. Aperol Spritz is refreshng! Birthday desert was lovely! A special day made better at the Grill! Thanks!

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 3, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Great little spot, no heaters on the patio and quite a few bugs. A little pricey for what you get, especially the drinks. Food was good, but pricing is akin to 4 star restaurant, which is why the value was a “fair” rating.

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  11. DanE

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Good food, service and portions. Would go back again.

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  12. GeoffJ

    San Diego

    5 reviews

    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall3food4service5ambience4
    $85 per person for Mothers Day brunch; did not include ANY drinks - just water. Offerings did not justify the high, gouging price. No crab legs or “special” food items, just standard buffet. Food offered was good but not worth the price. Won’t do this again next year.

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  13. angelak

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall1food1service3ambience3
    I don’t like to be judgmental, but my family and I went to the Mother’s Day brunch buffet (my first Mother’s Day mind you) and the food was so horribly subpar my family ended up eating basically only the salad and going to a bar afterwards that had better food… This said, the tables were decorated beautifully and our server was amazing. Just really confusing paradox and disappointing. Will not be going back.

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  14. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Mother’s Day brunch was fantastic. Live music, carving station and omelet station. The best desserts I’ve had at a brunch! Don’t forget the pineapple upside down cake!

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  15. Sassydawnb

    San Diego

    63 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    63 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience4
    We went for mothers day as the place we normally go to was not having a brunch this year. We use to come to the brunch at lake San Marcos when I was a kid so I thought it would be fun for my mother. The new spot does not overlook the lake, it overlooks the golf course. when we got there they were working on a water pipe, the restrooms were not available and you had to take a golf court to the hotel if you needed the bathroom which wasn't a problem for us but bad day for this to happen. My problem was most of the food was cold, COLD. bacon, pancakes, French toast, Brussel sprouts, eggs, chicken all the food was cold. There was a nice dessert section some of it was good, others not great. The prime rib was overcooked the first time and the second one came out and it was rare, like Mooing rare and both were flavorless, the only way it was edible was to put the au jus on it otherwise it was so dry. For mothers day brunch we are use to a little more "special" items. every brunch we have ever been to have had eggs Benedict. for mothers day the last 2 years and before covid the places we have chosen always had flowers for mom and bottomless mimosas for a good price. Nothing special for moms here. Men were wearing ball caps while eating, lots of jeans and shorts not a very respectful crowd for celebrating mothers day at what is suppose to be an upscale restaurant. The staff was all very nice though.

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  16. KarinB

    Philadelphia

    5 reviews

    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience3
    We went with friends to the “special” Mother’s Day and were very disappointed with our first visit to this restaurant. For the expensive price, the food was no better than an average restaurant buffet and the ambiance was like a pop up wedding reception. The service was spotty as well. The write-up really oversold the event. We will not be returning.

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  17. JanG

    San Diego

    19 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    19 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall4food4service3ambience4
    We went for Mother’s Day lunch buffet. Nice choice of foods, all well prepared and delicious. We were seated right when we arrived at our reservation time. Service was otherwise polite but slow. Strangely, we were told they were out of ice tea and also coffee. Doesn’t seem like something that’s right. Four stars.

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  18. Justine

    Palm Springs

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall3food2service1ambience3
    We made a reservation for Mother's Day. Unfortunately they were having water issues which is unfortunate & unforseen however the service was not what was expected for a place like this. Also, the food was over priced. We paid $85 per person and the food was pretty basic. They weren't even able to provide coffee or tea. We will not be returning or recommending this place.

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  19. ShamilaD

    San Diego

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had the best time. Everything tasted great I was just surprised that they didn’t have coffee at this event. So disappointed. My daughter loved every second of this event. She ate and was so happy. With being able to make her own salad.

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  20. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    They did a great job for Mother’s Day brunch. Music, beautiful flowers and great food.

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  21. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    3 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall1food1service2ambience2
    I was displeased that this brunch was booked for the special events and buffet offered. However, the events were only during unspecified hours which would have been nice to know before booking, and the food was not being replenished during our reservation at 3pm so we were left with stale, overcooked items. The server was very sweet, but that does not make up for the price I paid for an expensive and disappointing brunch.

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  22. MicheleV

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience5
    We come here every year for Easter brunch. The kids love it! They have face painting, balloon animals, easter egg hunts and the Easter bunny! It's really fun. Brunch itself is good. There is a lot to choose from, nice staff and plenty of room for our large group. I have to say I was a little disappointed in the desserts this year. They were not as good as they have been in the past. But overall we had a great time!

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  23. maxF

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was great! We got there earlier than expected and we were able to get seated where we requested!

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  24. BarbaraD

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent Easter Brunch! Service was great as was the food and food selection.

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  25. rachbb

    Phoenix

    18 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on December 17, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    They don’t accept Open Table reservations, but our group was still seated. Our waitress was great and helpful.

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  26. CeciliaB

    San Diego

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 25, 2022

    overall3food4service4ambience2
    Great food and service, but ambiance needs improvement. Not upscale dining table setup and lighting. Cecilia

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  27. SandiP

    San Diego

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 24, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We really enjoyed the Thanksgiving buffet at the Grill!

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  28. JohnP

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 24, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great option for Thanksgiving dinner. Great food with many options. Best of all....no cleanup. Also, I heard that they brought table service back. Will definitely go back.

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  29. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 24, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Thanksgiving Buffet

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  30. ReneeC

    San Diego

    51 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    51 reviews

    Dined on November 24, 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Thanksgiving buffet Excellent service Delicious food Thanks!

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  31. Lucy

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 24, 2022

    overall4food3service5ambience5
    We went for Thanksgiving and it was a beautiful spread but at $70 per person it did not include drinks and the food was not warm. I would still recommend, however, because it was a lovely venue and very nice to not cook.

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FAQs

The Grill offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (760) 653-3224.

The Grill is rated 4.6 stars by 31 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 1 time today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for The Grill

1750 San Pablo Dr, San Marcos, CA 92078-4718

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    San Marcos
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 7:00 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 7:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wine
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