The Pocket

Name: The Pocket
Address: 2100 N Coast Hwy 101, Encinitas, CA, United States, 92024
Telephone: (760) 452-3500
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.5

4.5 (18)

$31 to $50

American

2100 N Coast Hwy 101, Encinitas, CA 92024

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2 people

Jul 29, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 2 times today

About this restaurant

A seductive surf-inspired hangout fronted by epic ocean views.
Catch the game, take a break from the beach or pool, or simply enjoy the sunset while snacking on crisp chicharróns and sipping a craft cocktail. For the moments between sunscreen and sundown, The Pocket presents Après Sea, featuring a menu of food and drink specials designed to refresh after a day on the surf and sand.

We are a cash free environment.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 11:00 am–6:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–8:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–7:00 pm
Phone number
(760) 452-3500
Website
https://www.alilahotels.com/marea-beach-resort-encinitas/dining/the-pocket/
Payment options
AMEX, Cash not accepted, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
2100 N Coast Hwy 101, Encinitas, CA 92024
Neighborhood
Encinitas
Parking details
Valet
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 18 people are saying

The Pocket reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.2Food
4.3Service
4.5Ambience
3.8Value

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18 Reviews

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Laura
Melbourne1 review
3.0
Dined on June 15, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
When I booked on OpenTable it made it seem like a restaurant, yet when we arrived, the person at the front desk kind of scoffed(?) when I said “the restaurant…The Pocket.” He said “oh that’s not the restaurant, it’s up by the pool and is like a cafe.” I mean, the menu and venue looked like a restaurant to me, and I felt a bit put off bc we were there for Father’s Day, and it made it seem as if I had just booked a random little cafe somewhere. The food was just okay, but the restaurant itself was really cute, and the view of the pool and ocean was great! It feels like with better food (we had a burger, Caesar salad, and fish tacos, and none were great), and maybe not acting as if guests have booked something second rate, it could be a really great place.
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Tina
Utah2 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 20, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great service and attitudes from all. Excellent burger and ahi bowl
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OpenTable Diner
San Diego3 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 23, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great in hotel option. Convenient close to pool. Would eat again
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JenniferB VIP
Los Angeles32 reviews
4.0
Dined on March 9, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
I read a whole bunch of reviews about this restaurant and no one said that you have to walk through the entire hotel before you find this restaurant. And then it’s virtually empty. It will be great when it’s hot and you can sit outside because the whole pool and outside area is very hip and nice, but tonight both inside and outside were virtually empty (on a Saturday night). About six people in the pool. Two tables of two outside. A couple of tables full inside. It just felt kind of deserted. The tacos were OK. My husband thought the tacos were better than the hamburger. Drinks were good. It just doesn’t really feel like a real restaurant. A little bit more like a cafeteria or somebody’s multipurpose room where they decided to serve food. Also, after the time change, it seems like you cannot make a reservation after 5:30 PM. When the restaurants make just getting a reservation hard, one goes, “Why bother?”
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Maggie
San Diego3 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Even though it was very busy, due to St. Valentine's Day, the servers and hosts went out of their way to be kind, accommodating, and friendly.
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Heather VIP
California Central Coast36 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This was such a sweet Valentine's Day! The service was impeccable because of the KINDNESS of the staff from hostess, to server, bartender to valet. The view is gorgeous. We had our Anniversary and V-Day overlooking the ocean and watching the sunset. We LOVED our time and will be back. Thank you!
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Mark
New York City5 reviews
5.0
Dined on January 25, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had our daughters sweet 16th birthday at the Pocket and they were wonderful! Had a spot by the firepit for the girls and the staff went out of their way to accommodate us! On top of this was the wonderful food. Great Restaurant with a wonderful and attentive staff.
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Amy
San Diego1 review
5.0
Dined on December 25, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Awesome experience. The food was delicious and the drinks were amazing. Attention to detail in a beautiful hand crafted drink. Enjoyed by the fire pit with an ocean view. Stunning.
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DON VIP
California Central Coast40 reviews
5.0
Dined on December 8, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The pocket is a go to place in Carmel absolutely fabulous every time. Great selection of food ,wine list is excellent.
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Maria VIP
San Diego8 reviews
5.0
Dined on October 12, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We love dining at The Pocket. We are locals and are happy to enjoy such a nice restaurant at the upscale Alila Marea Resort. The food is always delicious and the sunset views can’t be beat!
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FAQs

The Pocket offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (760) 452-3500.

The Pocket is rated 4.5 stars by 18 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people

Jul 29, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 2 times today

2100 N Coast Hwy 101, Encinitas, CA 92024

Additional information

Neighborhood
Encinitas
Hours of operation
Mon–Thu 11:00 am–6:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–8:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–7:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Valet
Payment options
AMEX, Cash not accepted, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.alilahotels.com/marea-beach-resort-encinitas/dining/the-pocket/
Phone number
(760) 452-3500

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