The Plot

Name: The Plot
Address: 1733 S Coast Hwy, Oceanside, CA, United States, 92054
Telephone: (442) 266-8200
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.7

4.7

787 Reviews

$30 and under

Vegetarian / Vegan

Make a reservation

2 people

Oct 4, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 11 times today

Experiences are available.

Vegan-friendly
Vegetarian-friendly
Great for outdoor dining

The Plot is a haven for culinary enthusiasts, where creative chefs transform locally sourced ingredients into stunningly plant-forward dishes. Indulge in a full-service dining experience in the evenings and for brunch, or opt for a casual lunch on weekdays. Enjoy our beautiful dining room or immerse yourself amongst the plants in our bountiful patio gardens. The Plot team is led by Jessica and Davin Waite, who have been at the forefront of San Diego's culinary scene for over a decade, gaining a loyal following for their inventive and sustainable approach to seafood and plant-based dishes, gaining the attention of critics and culinary innovators far and wide.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Vegetarian / Vegan, Farm-to-table, Crossover
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Wed–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Wed–Sun 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(442) 266-8200
Website
http://www.theplotrestaurant.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Davin Waite
Catering
We cater! Contact Events@theplotrestaurant.com for details.

Location
1733 S Coast Hwy, Oceanside, CA 92054
Neighborhood
Oceanside
Cross street
Cassidy Street
Parking details
There is small lot along the side of our building, and a large lot directly behind. Be sure to take a peek at our garden if you park in the back lot!
Additional
Beer, Cafe, Chef's Table, Counter Seating, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Fall Plantscape! a boundary bending dinner series
$102.60 per person
Prepaid
Oct 22, 2024 only
This six course dinner features The Plot culinary leaders Davin Waite, Travis Roe, Rachel Hurley, Jade Chiu, and Nate McCarthy. The menu will feature mushrooms sourced from trusted local growers and foragers, with inspiration drawn from a range of cultures and traditions. The optional pairing will include natural wines and sake. The Plantscape series creates the opportunity for these adventurous chefs to present a playful, innovative and exciting array of courses featuring local ingredients; some foraged, and many from our own garden. They highlight techniques such as total utilization and dry aging, while elevating the comforting yet boundary pushing creations are team is known for.

Taköyaki^$10.00
hush puppies, kind of, with tamari teriyaki & yum yum sauce
Grilled Cabbage*$9.00
pink peppercorn creme sauce & lentil caviär
Tüna Crudo$9.00
squash, fermented cabbage juice, tofu creme, tangerine salsa
Sautee Snap Peas$9.00
carrot ginger puree
Cräb Cakes**$14.00
tarragon creme & burnt herb stem slaw
Cäviar & Potato Cakes*$12.00
lentil caviär, fresh crema, pickled red onion, preserved lemon
Mushroom Aguachile$12.00
"dirty" chili water, quephaux frescho, spicy carrot, fresh palm heart

Sushi

The Plot$12.00
spicy tüna topped with grilled shrooms & spicy citrus
Chronic**$13.00
cräb, spicy tüna & avocado - tempura fried, topped with spicy mayö & sweet n' spicy citrus
Hawaiian**$12.00
cräb & avocado topped with spicy tüna & sesame ponzu
Philafornia* ^$12.00
cream cheesë & crispy tofu topped with bbq beet puree & tarragon creme
Veggie* **$12.00
romaine & avocado topped with charred chard, sweet n' spicy citrus and crunchy garlic chili

Soup & Salad

Cup of Soup$5.00
it's soup, ask your server for details
Caesar* ^$7.00
zesty citrus dressing with herbal croutons
Kale, Quinoa, Sweet Potato$8.00
ginger-agave dressing
Kelp Noodle$9.00
sesame peach vinaigrette & snap peas
Farrow* **$9.00
oil & vinegar dressing with kale, pickled red onion, beets

Entrees

Marröw$15.00
kale stem marröw in potato, with bbq kale, ogo seaweed
Chickën & Waffles* **$16.00
served with some maple love
Polenta with Chorizö$15.00
butternut squash, coconut, ancho chili oil
Meatless Loaf$17.00
lentil & wild rice loaf, mushroom & beet demi. navy beans & charred chard
Fresh Heart of Palm Stirfry*$16.00
agave cashew glace, "dirty rice," yellow pickles
Gnocchi*$16.00
house made & Gluten Free sweet potato gnocchi, fresh herbs, creme fresh

Dessert

Dark Chocolate Torte*$7.00
Sweet Potato Panna Cotta$7.00
Pineapple Cherry Upside Cake$7.00

Non-Alcoholic

Fresh House Sodas$3.50
ask your server for current flavors
Green Tea Soda$4.00
Iced Tea$3.50
ask your server for current flavors
Hot Tea$3.50
ask your server for current flavors
Sparkling Vero Water$2.00

Beer on Tap

Kali Kush, Breakwater Brewing, Oceanside, Pale Ale with Sage - 5.6%$7.00
Teavana, Burgeon Brewing, Carlsbad, West Coast IPA - 7.2%$7.50
Pistil, Burgeon Brewing, Carlsbad, German Style Pilsner - 5.2%$7.50
Endo West Coast IPA Rouleur Brewing, Carlsbad, American IPA - 7.2%$8.00
heavily hopped with stone fruit, citrus

Beer by the Can

Dopeur IPA Rouleur Brewing, Carlsbad, New England Style IPA - 6.6%$8.00
Juice Press Hazy IPA Burgeon Brewing, Carlsbad, American IPA - 6.8%$8.00
fruit infused melon, pineapple
Sunday Spin, Rouleur Brewing, Carlsbad, Hard Seltzer - 6%$6.00

Kombucha on Tap

Local Roots (Hard), Vista 6%$7.00
Ask your server for current flavor
Living Tea, Oceanside$6.00
Ask your server for current flavor

White/Rose´

Maris - Rose de Nymphe Emu, South of France
100% Organic
- Glass$9.00
- Bottle$36.00
Stephen Ross - Chardonnay, Edan Valley
- Glass$11.00
Morro View - 100% Albarino, Edna Valley - Field Recordings
- Glass$9.00
- Bottle$38.00
Barter and Trade - Sauvignon Blanc, 2018 - Washington
- Glass$11.00
Mâcon Guillot-Broux - Chardonnay, 2017 - France
- Bottle$68.00
Flower Bomb - Malvasia Bianca, Saint K - Paso Robles
- Bottle$65.00
Dragonette - Sauvignon Blanc, 2018 - Santa Barbara - Happy Canyon
- Bottle$48.00
Renaudie Brut - Sparkling, 2017 - France
- Bottle$48.00

Red

Fableist - Pinot Noir, 2018 - Paso Robles
- Glass$11.00
- Bottle$42.00
Fiction - Red Blend, 2017 - Paso Robles. Zinfandel, Grenache, Cabernet
- Glass$9.00
- Bottle$36.00
The Offering - Blend, 2017 - Paso Robles. Grenache, Syrah, Mourvedre
- Glass$12.00
Halter Ranch - Cabernet Sauvignon, Paso Robles - Synthesis
- Glass$15.00
Groundwork - Syrah, 2017 - Santa Barbara
- Bottle$50.00
Alberti - Malbec, 2018 - Argentina
- Bottle$44.00
Saracina Valley - Malbec, 2016 - Skid Row - Mendocino County
- Bottle$54.00

What 787 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

San Diego
Healthy
North San Diego
Best Value
North San Diego
Innovative
North San Diego
Healthy

787 Reviews

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Rohit
Chicago
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 5
The food was good, but it took up to 45 minutes for us to receive our dishes. My girlfriend and I joked that they must be growing the food before cooking it. The service was slow, and it seemed like we were seated outside our server's section. Our server eventually realized how long our food had taken and brought us soup as a gesture. This left me thinking there might be something wrong with the restaurant, as they kept giving us items we didn't order. For instance, when we were seated, the chef sent us an Amuse-Bouche. Don't get me wrong, the food was good. However, considering how far away The Plot is from us and the poor service we experienced, I don't think we will be returning.
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Daphne
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Ruby was so knowledgeable and excited about the food that I thought we were talking to the restaurant's owner rather than a server. We went there for the first time on my mom's birthday, they were totally on point with customer service and Ruby made sure that my mom had an exceptional dining experience.
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ChristinaM
San Diego
43 reviews
vip
4.0
43 reviews
Dined on September 15, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
This was our first time at The Plot. My daughter is vegetarian, so she was excited to go to a 100% plant based restaurant. We had a really great meal and our server was helpful and attentive. Wish it wasn’t so far north!
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DianneT
San Diego
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on September 1, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was amazing, the ambience was phenomenal. Both my friend and I loved it a lot, my only complain is that the “drinks” are soju non-Alcoholic. I gave a 5 star still because I guess at a vegetarian/vegan restaurant it might be expected 🤷🏽‍♀️. Overall we had a great time and I would definitely recommend and will definitely be back.
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HappyPlantbased
Las Vegas
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on September 1, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious!! We had a wonderful time and enjoyed each dish!
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Drew
San Diego
21 reviews
vip
5.0
21 reviews
Dined on August 24, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We are not vegan yet we really enjoy going to The Plot. Their dishes are extremely creative using fresh ingredients. The accompaniments to the main food are well thought out and taste spectacular. Service is always top notch and the servers answer questions expertly. The cocktails were excellent as well. The Plot isn’t trying to disguise vegan food and pass it off as a knock off of meat based dishes. They are creative and unique with their culinary endeavors.
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Kristi
San Diego
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on August 23, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We sat outside amongst the vegetable garden on a beautiful summer day. The service and food were both spot on. My daughter asked our waiter for his preferences on selections, and he was very helpful and knowledgeable.
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Joy
San Diego
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on August 19, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a treat to visit The Plot! A wonderful new veg garden to admire and fabulous plant-based food…in addition, lovely libations!
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Phyllis
San Diego
103 reviews
4.0
103 reviews
Dined on August 17, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The eight of us had a delightful meal, served with flair by Ruby, and particularly liked the patty melt and breakfast burrito. The salads were on the small side, but tasty, and the cocktails were WONDERFUL.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
Orange County
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on August 17, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We love dining at The Plot, but today was extra special because of our server, Ruby. Her energy and friendliness made our experience even better. We hope that when we return, we will have her again as our server. Props to Ruby! Oh... my brunch burrito and my husband's sausage and biscuits were the best...as always!
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FAQs

The Plot offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (442) 266-8200.

The Plot is rated 4.7 stars by 787 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Oct 4, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 11 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

1733 S Coast Hwy, Oceanside, CA 92054

Additional information

Cross street
Cassidy Street
Neighborhood
Oceanside
Hours of operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Wed–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Wed–Sun 3:00 pm–5:00 pm Dinner Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Vegetarian / Vegan, Farm-to-table, Crossover
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
There is small lot along the side of our building, and a large lot directly behind. Be sure to take a peek at our garden if you park in the back lot!
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Davin Waite
Additional
Beer, Cafe, Chef's Table, Counter Seating, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.theplotrestaurant.com/
Phone number
(442) 266-8200
Catering
We cater! Contact Events@theplotrestaurant.com for details.

The Plot

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Fall Plantscape! a boundary bending dinner series

For Starters

Taköyaki^$10.00

Grilled Cabbage*$9.00

Tüna Crudo$9.00

Sautee Snap Peas$9.00

Cräb Cakes**$14.00

Cäviar & Potato Cakes*$12.00

Mushroom Aguachile$12.00

Sushi

The Plot$12.00

Chronic**$13.00

Hawaiian**$12.00

Philafornia* ^$12.00

Veggie* **$12.00

Soup & Salad

Cup of Soup$5.00

Caesar* ^$7.00

Kale, Quinoa, Sweet Potato$8.00

Kelp Noodle$9.00

Farrow* **$9.00

Entrees

Marröw$15.00

Chickën & Waffles* **$16.00

Polenta with Chorizö$15.00

Meatless Loaf$17.00

Fresh Heart of Palm Stirfry*$16.00

Gnocchi*$16.00

Dessert

Dark Chocolate Torte*$7.00

Sweet Potato Panna Cotta$7.00

Pineapple Cherry Upside Cake$7.00

Non-Alcoholic

Fresh House Sodas$3.50

Green Tea Soda$4.00

Iced Tea$3.50

Hot Tea$3.50

Sparkling Vero Water$2.00

Beer on Tap

Kali Kush, Breakwater Brewing, Oceanside, Pale Ale with Sage - 5.6%$7.00

Teavana, Burgeon Brewing, Carlsbad, West Coast IPA - 7.2%$7.50

Pistil, Burgeon Brewing, Carlsbad, German Style Pilsner - 5.2%$7.50

Endo West Coast IPA Rouleur Brewing, Carlsbad, American IPA - 7.2%$8.00

Beer by the Can

Dopeur IPA Rouleur Brewing, Carlsbad, New England Style IPA - 6.6%$8.00

Juice Press Hazy IPA Burgeon Brewing, Carlsbad, American IPA - 6.8%$8.00

Sunday Spin, Rouleur Brewing, Carlsbad, Hard Seltzer - 6%$6.00

Kombucha on Tap

Local Roots (Hard), Vista 6%$7.00

Living Tea, Oceanside$6.00

White/Rose´

Maris - Rose de Nymphe Emu, South of France

Stephen Ross - Chardonnay, Edan Valley

Morro View - 100% Albarino, Edna Valley - Field Recordings

Barter and Trade - Sauvignon Blanc, 2018 - Washington

Mâcon Guillot-Broux - Chardonnay, 2017 - France

Flower Bomb - Malvasia Bianca, Saint K - Paso Robles

Dragonette - Sauvignon Blanc, 2018 - Santa Barbara - Happy Canyon

Renaudie Brut - Sparkling, 2017 - France

Red

Fableist - Pinot Noir, 2018 - Paso Robles

Fiction - Red Blend, 2017 - Paso Robles. Zinfandel, Grenache, Cabernet

The Offering - Blend, 2017 - Paso Robles. Grenache, Syrah, Mourvedre

Halter Ranch - Cabernet Sauvignon, Paso Robles - Synthesis

Groundwork - Syrah, 2017 - Santa Barbara

Alberti - Malbec, 2018 - Argentina

Saracina Valley - Malbec, 2016 - Skid Row - Mendocino County

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

FAQs

Does The Plot offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is The Plot restaurant rated?

Is The Plot currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information