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The Pony Room

Name: The Pony Room
Address: 5921 Valencia Cir, Rancho Santa Fe, CA, United States, 92067
Telephone: (858) 759-6246
Price range: $50 and over
Rating: 4.8

4.8

1189 Reviews

$50 and over

American

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The Pony Room is a favorite among locals and resort guests alike. In addition to an extensive selection of all expressions of agave spirits, it is also home to one of Southern California's most impressive wine and hand-crafted, seasonally inspired signature cocktail lists. The Pony Room serves exceptional, American inspired comfort classics with daily specials.

Live Music 7 nights a week

Join us every Saturday and Sunday for Brunch on our beautiful hacienda inspired terraces from 11am to 2pm.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Dec 11, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 45 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
American, Comfort Food, Californian
Hours of operation
Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–11:00 am Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–9:15 pm
Phone number
(858) 759-6246
Website
https://ranchovalencia.com/san-diego-resort-dining/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Resort Casual

Location
5921 Valencia Cir, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067
Neighborhood
Rancho Santa Fe
Parking details
Valet is complimentary.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Burrata & Tomato$31.00
Organic Heirloom Tomato, Local Olive Oil, Creamy Burrata, Aged Balsamic, Basil
Scarborough Kale Salad$22.00
Organic Chopped Kale, Chenel Farms Goat Cheese, Tomato, Carrot, Pine Nut, Avocado, Red Wine Vinaigrette
Wedge Salad$19.00
Iceberg Lettuce, Point Reyes Blue Cheese, Grape Tomato, Crispy Onion, Chopped Bacon, Blue Cheese Dressing
Classic Caesar Salad$21.00
Romaine Lettuce, Parmesan, Crouton, Classic Dressing
Local Stone Fruit Salad$23.00
Peach, Almond, Chenel Farms Goat Cheese, Golden Balsamic & Nectarine Vinaigrette
Greek Salad$21.00
Romaine Hearts, Heirloom Tomato, Pepperoncini, Marinated Onion, Cucumber, Olive, Feta Cheese, Red Wine Vinaigrette

From the Sea

Traditional Mexican Ceviche$25.00
Locally Caught Rock Fish, Avocado, Lime, Onion, Cucumber, Corn Tortilla Chips
Hamachi Crudo$27.00
Yuzu Ponzu, Serrano, Shiso
Jumbo Baja Shrimp Cocktail$27.00
Cocktail Sauce, Saffron Aïoli, Lemon
Oysters on the Half Shell
Rosé Mignonette, Fermented Hot Sauce, Lemon
- each$5.00
- ½ Dozen$25.00
- 1 Dozen$46.00
Mussels and Chorizo$31.00
Salt Spring Mussels, Spicy Prosciutto Chorizo Broth, Fennel, Baby Heirloom Tomatoes, Grilled Baguette
Ahi Poke$27.00
Sesame, Macha Aïoli, Taro Chips
Swordfish Bites$27.00
Sweet Chili Dipping Sauce, Tzatziki, Tartar Sauce
Dungeness Crab Salad$35.00
Avocado, Tarragon, Passionfruit Vinaigrette
Crispy Calamari$19.00
Arrabiata Sauce, Lemon, Parsley

Serious Plates

Miso-Crusted Sea Bass$47.00
Vegetable Fried Rice, Crispy Wonton, Cucumber Salad
Pony Room Salmon$41.00
Potato Purée, Broccolini, Roast Garlic, Lemon
Wagyu Bolognese$31.00
Housemade Rigatoni, Aged Parmesan
Baja Prawn Primavera$31.00
Housemade Bucatini, Garlic, Olive Oil, Parsley, Crushed Heirloom Tomato
Oven-Roasted Chicken$37.00
Cooks Venture Farms Chicken, Meyer Lemon, Spinach, Shallot, Sourdough
Steak Frites
Béarnaise, Housemade Truffle Fries
The Rancho Burger$29.00
Brandt Beef, Crispy Pancetta, Lettuce, Tomato, "The Sauce", Housemade Pickle, Black Truffle Aïoli, Housemade Truffle Fries

From the Farm

Wood-Fired Cauliflower$21.00
Lime Vinaigrette, Moroccan Herb Sauce
Brussels Sprouts$21.00
Smoked Bacon, Saba, Parmesan
Local Broccolini$21.00
Organic Broccolini, Olive Oil, Calabrian Chili, Lemon
Roasted Sweet Potato$21.00
Grass-Fed Organic Butter, Candied Pecan, Rosemary Salt
Blistered Padrón Peppers$21.00
White Soy, Lemon, Crispy Shallot
Mexican Street Corn$21.00
Locally Grown Sweet Corn, Lime Aïoli, Cotija, Dried Chilies
Mediterranean Globe Artichoke$21.00
Braised Artichoke, Gluten Free Crispy Breadcrumbs, Clarified Butter, Confit Garlic, Aïoli

Pony Classics

Caviar & Crispy Potatoes$47.00
Crispy Yukon Gold Potatoes, Lemon Crème Fraîche, Petrossian Royal Ossetra Caviar
Braised Brandt Beef Short Rib$29.00
Horseradish Jus, Crispy Onions
Brandt Beef Sliders$26.00
"The Sauce", Crispy Onion, Béarnaise, Bacon
Housemade Guacamole$19.00
Warm House Tortilla Chips, Salsa Fresca, Salsa Molcajete
Baked To Order Focaccia$19.00
Honey-Whipped Gioia Ricotta, Rosemary, Sea Salt
Buffalo Chicken Bites$23.00
Honey Sriracha Glaze, Housemade Ranch
Tandoori Spiced Lamb Lollipops$29.00
Mustard Seed Caviar, Tzatziki
Hand-Cut Truffle Fries$17.00
Ketchup, Truffle Aïoli

Baja Street Plates

Lobster Nachos$43.00
Jack & Cheddar Cheese, Guacamole, Pico de Gallo, Guajillo Aïoli, Salsa Macha
Chicken Enchiladas$31.00
Guajillo Braised Chicken Breast, Melted Cheddar Jack, Salsa Roja, Crema Fresca, Guacamole
Lobster Tacos$43.00
Shredded Cabbage, Guajillo Aïoli, Avocado, Corn Tortilla
Grilled Fish Tacos$29.00
Crema, Shredded Cabbage, Pico de Gallo, Salsa Roja, Corn Tortilla
Carne Asada Tacos$31.00
White Onion, Cotija, Tomatillo Salsa Verde, Corn Tortilla
Squash Blossom Quesadilla$19.00
Squash Blossom, Oaxaca Cheese, Salsa Verde

À la Carte

Black Beans$7.00
Spanish Rice$7.00

The Pony Room Margaritas

Lawless Rancho Water$17.00
Blanco Tequila, Lime, Lemon, Topo Chico
Pony Express$17.00
Reposado Tequila, Cointreau, Lime, Agave
La Piñata$17.00
Charred Pineapple Mezcal, Serrano Tequila
Naked & Famous$17.00
Mezcal, Chartreuse, Aperol
Sassy Bee$17.00
Reposado Mezcal, Housemade Spiced Honey Infusion, Citrus
Spicy Sunset$17.00
Serrano-Infused Blanco Tequila, Strawberry Purée, Hibiscus
El Jefe$27.00
Añejo Tequila, Grand Marnier, Lime, Agave
Rancho Paloma$17.00
Blanco Tequila, Housemade Grapefruit Simple, Lime, Bitters

Seasonal Cocktails

Honeydew Mar-Granita$21.00
Blanco Tequila, Licor 43, Served with Honeydew Sorbet
Piggyback Ryed$21.00
Piggyback Rye, Charred Pineapple Infusion, Citrus
Valencia Gintonic$17.00
Gin, Lemongrass Infusion, Mediterranean Tonic
Sakura Smash$17.00
Japanese Whisky, Cherry Infusion, Elderflower Liqueur
Don's Sangria$17.00
Red Wine, Rancho Valencia Secret Recipe
Fête de la Cucumber$17.00
Citrus Vodka, Cucumber Water, Orange Liqueur
Vuelo de Noche$27.00
Vuelo Reposado Tequila, Carpano Antica, Amaro, Espresso Infused Cherry
Italian Job$17.00
Gin, Aperol, Luxardo, Mint

Barrel-Aged Cocktails

Figgy Stardust$21.00
White Old Fashioned$21.00

Zero-Proof Cocktails

Number One$15.00
Seedlip Spice 94, Strawberry Purée, Hibiscus
Number Two$15.00
Seedlip Garden 108, Cucumber Water, Lime
Number Three$15.00
Seedlip Grove 42, Cherry Infusion, Honey, Mint
Number Four$15.00
Seedlip Garden 108, Lemongrass Infusion, Mediterranean Tonic
Number Five$15.00
Seedlip Spice 94, Pineapple Infusion, Lemon

Beer

Corona Light 4.1%
- Bottle$7.00
Heineken 5.2%
- Bottle$7.00
Alesmith San Diego Pale Ale 0.394, 6%
- Bottle$8.00
Cali Squeeze Blood Orange Hefeweizen 5.4%
- Bottle$8.00
Duvel Belgian Ale 8.5%
- Bottle$8.00
Alpine Duet IPA 7%
- Bottle$8.00
Seasonal Selection of Local Draft
- Glass$9.00

Alcohol-Free Beer

Athletic Brewing Upside Dawn Golden Ale$8.00
Athletic Brewing Free Wave Hazy IPA$8.00
Athletic Brewing Lite$8.00

Sparkling Wine

Scarpetta Prosecco Brut, Veneto, Italy
- Glass$19.00
- Bottle$72.00
Vins El Cep "Kila" Cava, Catalonia, Spain
- Glass$18.00
- Bottle$68.00
Hubert Meyer Crémant d'Alsace Brut Rosé, Alsace, France
- Glass$19.00
- Bottle$70.00
Forest-Marié "Brut de Blancs", Champagne, France
- Glass$24.00
- Bottle$89.00
Veuve Clicquot "Yellow Label" Brut, Champagne, France
- Glass$36.00
- Bottle$144.00
Billecart-Salmon "Brut Rosé", Champagne, France
- Glass$40.00
- Bottle$160.00

White Wine & Rosé

2021 Scarpetta Pinot Grigio, Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Italy
- Glass$16.00
- Bottle$61.00
2021 Dr. Hermann "Ürziger Würzgarten" Kabinett Riesling, Mosel, Germany
- Glass$18.00
- Bottle$72.00
2022 Arona Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough, New Zealand
- Glass$17.00
- Bottle$65.00
2022 Henri Bourgeois Sauvignon Blanc, Sancerre, France
2020 Jean-Marc Brocard "Vau de Vey" Chardonnay, Chablis 1er Cru, Burgundy, France
- Glass$22.00
- Bottle$84.00
2019 Bien Nacido Estate Chardonnay, Santa Maria Valley, CA
- Glass$24.00
- Bottle$89.00
2021 Kistler "Les Noisetiers" Chardonnay, Sonoma Coast, CA
- Glass$40.00
- Bottle$145.00
Rancho Valencia Chardonnay, Napa Valley, CA
- Glass$18.00
- Bottle$72.00
Château d'Esclans "Whispering Angel" Rosé, Provence, France
- Glass$22.00
- Bottle$84.00
Domaine de Terrebrune Bandol Rosé, Provence, France
- Glass$24.00
- Bottle$89.00

Red Wine

2020 Patrice Rion Pinot Noir, Côte de Nuits Villages, Burgundy, France
- Glass$24.00
- Bottle$89.00
2018 St. Innocent Pinot Noir, Temperance Hill Vineyard, Eola-Amity Hills, Oregon
- Glass$27.00
- Bottle$104.00
2021 Melville "Estate" Pinot Noir, Sta. Rita Hills, CA
- Glass$19.00
- Bottle$76.00
2015 la Rioja Alta "Viña Ardanza" Reserva Tempranillo, Rioja, Spain
- Glass$24.00
- Bottle$89.00
2020 Edmond Latour Grenache Blend, Vacqueyras, Southern Rhône, France
- Glass$16.00
- Bottle$64.00
2020 L'Aventure Optimus Syrah Blend, Willow Creek District, Paso Robles, CA
- Glass$26.00
- Bottle$98.00
2019 Vineyard 29 "Ceanda" Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley, CA
- Glass$44.00
- Bottle$169.00
2021 Daou "Reserve" Cabernet Sauvignon, Paso Robles, CA
- Glass$27.00
- Bottle$104.00
Rancho Valencia Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley, CA
- Glass$18.00
- Bottle$72.00
2017 Castello Tricerchi Sangiovese, Brunello di Montalcino, Tuscany, Italy
- Glass$28.00
- Bottle$110.00
2021 Orin Swift "8 Years in the Desert" Red Blend, Napa Valley, CA
- Glass$26.00
- Bottle$98.00
2019 Kaiken "Disobedience by Francis Mallmann" Malbec Blend, Mendoza, Argentina
- Glass$18.00
- Bottle$72.00

Zero-Proof Wine

Dr. Lo Riesling
- Glass$16.00
- Bottle$61.00
Dr. Lo Sparkling
- Glass$16.00
- Bottle$61.00

What 1,189 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.8Ambience
4.3Value

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1,189 Reviews

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Jhastings
San Diego
38 reviews
vip
5.0
38 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We love the Pony Room and had not been in a while. With a new chef and GM, the experience, food, service and ambiance were even better…if possible. A festive holiday setting coupled with delicious food, friends and excellent service, a good time has had by all….thank you Pony Room team!
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Sunshine
San Diego
15 reviews
vip
5.0
15 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The Pony Room at the Rancho Valencia resort is my favorite restaurant. It's such a treat to be there.
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JimM
San Diego
4 reviews
vip
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on December 3, 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 1
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great restaurant usually but this last Sunday brunch was pretty bad. Food overcooked (omelette) and I question the freshness of oil that they cooked the hash brown French fry in. Still have upset stomach. Mom’s quiche overcooked and plate presentation not up to your usual standards in general. Restaurant was quiet at 1:30 so seemed like maybe a skeletal staff?
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LaleW
San Diego
9 reviews
vip
3.0
9 reviews
Dined on December 3, 2023
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
Routinely hard to get a reservation on open table for this venue even though you can usually get seated as a walk in. If you succeed in getting a reservation, seating preferences are rarely accommodated. Instead of on the main patio, got seated in the courtyard where service is a little slower. It was very cold that day and took an inordinate amount of time and 3 requests to get someone to look for a heater and then find a heater with gas in the tank. On the plus side, the food quality which had been a little spotty post COVID, was excellent. I love this restaurant and hope they can get back to the consistency in excellence they had established pre COVID. Still highly recommend.
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OpenTable Diner
San Diego
34 reviews
vip
5.0
34 reviews
Dined on December 3, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent breakfast/brunch! Everything we have tried here has been outstanding. Well done in the kitchen, but also fantastic servers who have been well trained and are very conscious about ensuring our visit is exceptional.
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ElizabethW
San Diego
18 reviews
vip
5.0
18 reviews
Dined on December 3, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Fabulous as always! Great crowd! Food always dependable
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MelindaA
San Diego
12 reviews
vip
4.0
12 reviews
Dined on December 3, 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Very loud party next to us affected our dining experience. Service was great. Food was delicious but to get a 1 inch by 1.5 inch “ short rib” with one spoon of mash potatoes was ridiculous. It was tasty but was literally a two bit entiee. Was hungry after that for dinner. Friend got pasta with shrimp which was delicious and good portion.
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NickE
Los Angeles
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on December 1, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was a 10 out of 10, servers were in sync, prompt, but not "too much," prices were high but in line with the entire experience and the valet was on top of things. A great experience.
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JimB
Los Angeles
11 reviews
vip
4.0
11 reviews
Dined on November 29, 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
There was a cold breeze blowing through the dining room, making it feel more like we were on the patio. Not a good option in late November.
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JeremiahJ
San Diego
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on November 28, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had an excellent lunch, and our server (Jarad) was suberb.
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OpenTable Diner
San Diego
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on November 25, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Away our go to place to celebrate just about anything. Fish & chips on Friday’s is the best.
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OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
61 reviews
vip
5.0
61 reviews
Dined on November 25, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was exceptional — my wife had the chicken enchiladas and I enjoyed the wagyu bolognese. Portions were large, so plenty of leftovers to enjoy on another day. Don’t miss the chocolate chip cookie for dessert! Service was phenomenal — staff was incredibly attentive making sure everything was to our liking. We can’t wait to go back!
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OpenTable Diner
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 24, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excelente en todos los aspectos el mejor italiano de san Diego
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DavidI
Los Angeles
4 reviews
4.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 23, 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We went expecting the special to be lobster risotto, which I intended to order. But it was not available. I was relegated to a burger, which was undercooked.
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NancyH
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 21, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a fun place to go. Food, drinks and service are wonderful. Love the back patio.
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LisaD
San Diego
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 21, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always enjoy The Pony Room! Excellent food, service and ambience!
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TerriD
San Diego
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 20, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is my favorite place in San Diego by far. Always.
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SusanH
San Francisco
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 20, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our server, Chris, was awesome! We had a large party for a celebration and enjoyed our experience
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ChristianG
San Diego
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 19, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our server Chris was awesome. The prime rib and fish tacos were delicious.
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KerryP
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 16, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I invited friends from The RSF Covenant to join me for dinner and they were extremely pleased with the expansion of the Pony Room. The ambiance, service and our dinners were 5 star and they look forward to returning with their husbands !
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Axiom
San Francisco
22 reviews
vip
4.0
22 reviews
Dined on November 12, 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
We had dinner reservations at 6:15 and arrived at the restaurant at 6:20. There was a line at the hostess stand with two couples in front of us, but no one was working the hostess stand. After waiting 5 minutes for a hostess to show up, three hostesses showed up simultaneously and proceeded to talk to one of the couples in front of us that did not have dinner reservations for another 5 minutes. They found a table for them and sat them down. When it was our turn, we were told that our reservation was at 6:15 and that because we were late, our table had been given away. I had to bite my tongue to keep from telling the hostess that if had not had to wait for almost 10 minutes, we would not have been 15 minutes late to our reservation. Instead of waiting on the couple without a reservation for 5 minutes, they should have asked if anyone in line had reservations. No brainer. We were asked to wait by a fireplace area until a table was available. My wife asked if we could wait at the bar and we were told no because they could find us easier if we wait by the fireplace area adjacent to the hostess stand. By this time, my wife wanted to leave. I talked her into waiting at least 10 minutes. We were seated approx. 10 minutes later. The wait staff was very good, knowledgeable and courteous as usual, but we are highly disappointed by the hostess staff. Completely unprofessional. We rated Pony Room 3 stars for service due to the hostess experience only. We would rate our waiter and bus boy at 4.5 stars.
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DavidM
Chicago
10 reviews
4.0
10 reviews
Dined on November 12, 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Overall food was very good. The mussels were very salty but everything else we ordered was good. The older gentleman at the front gate wasn’t that friendly and was a bit abrasive. We had 2 other vehicles and all 3 of us had the same experience with the front gate gentleman. He may have been having a bad day or something.
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susieh
San Diego
7 reviews
vip
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on November 12, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
New favorite restaurant for us. Really enjoy the food and ambiance.
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WilliamH
Los Angeles
13 reviews
vip
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on November 11, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We go here a lot and the service is amazing. Scott is our usual server and he couldn’t be nicer. Love this place.
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AndyB
San Diego
6 reviews
vip
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on November 11, 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Sat outside with heaters and blankets. Was a little chilly but the meal And service was good. The steak ribeye and filet excellent. Wish that as the weather gets cooler , they expedite the indoor restaurant. Finally the duck lollipops are a must
The Pony RoomResponded on November 14, 2023
Good evening Andy You will be happy to hear that we have opened up our indoor space for the winter evenings as of today.
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JenS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 7, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a joy to be dining here. I cannot recall if this happened when I came before with my family, but the staff at the gate knew my name when I entered. How does he do that? Is it be because I made the reservation? Wow! Now, that is an excellent service and it makes the guest feel so welcomed. We were celebrating my friend's birthday, and the server and the whole staff were so accommodating and friendly. My friends were all happy, and thanked me for choosing the Pony Room. Will definitely be introducing this place to many other friends^^
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RussellL
Las Vegas
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on November 5, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
The food was great! The service was good. We had a nice time.
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DeborahD
San Francisco
24 reviews
vip
5.0
24 reviews
Dined on November 4, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We celebrated a birthday over brunch and everything was perfect. Our waiter was friendly and attended to our every need. The setting and ambiance is fabulous-truly a special restaurant.
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ChristopherR
San Diego
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 4, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always great food and service. Love the pony room.
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JayS
San Diego
74 reviews
vip
5.0
74 reviews
Dined on November 3, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We enjoyed our evening at Pony Room. Ambience was great. Our waiter was excellent and knowledgeable. We ordered a few different dishes and enjoyed them all. The portions are quite small for the price of some dishes but you aren’t really looking for a great value at a lively, fun, upscale place right?
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TerryA
San Diego
24 reviews
vip
5.0
24 reviews
Dined on November 1, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
The Pony Room is one of my favorites! The restaurant is awesome and the food is terrific! You can't find a better meal in San Diego.
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Eddy
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on October 31, 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great as usual. Unfortunately the lobster tacos was disappointing this time. I think it was a bad batch of lobster.
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 30, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My husband and I enjoyed a perfectly timed multi-course meal from the expansive Pony Room menu during our BabyMoon. Chef was so kind to accommodate my requests and sent out a beautiful carrot cake to honor our special occasion. The staff at this resort and restaurant are delightful and aim to enchant guests in every way. Excellent ambiance. Effortlessly chic.
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OpenTable Diner
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 28, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a pleasure to come in and dine : we love all the staff and all the changing offerings on the menu. Fresh and delicious. The live music is always such a treat as well
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OpenTable Diner
San Diego
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 28, 2023
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
We love the pony room. Wes very hard to get seated to the bar but they managed to make it happen. Food is great. service is really good but a little slow last night. Great ambience. Live music was fab.
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AshleyL
Orange County
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on October 26, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a fun time at Pony Room. The music was fantastic :)
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KidHollywood
New York Area
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on October 24, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great place to celebrate a special occasion or no occasion at all!
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SueB
San Diego
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on October 22, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was amazing. One dinner guest said it was the biggest prime rib portion he has ever had...enough to fill 2 people. The Hamachi Crudo was outstanding and the stone fruit salad was big enough for 4 [people to share. Sister in law from Thailand highly complimented her sea bass with rice. Wagyu Bolognese and the 10 0z filet were equally delicious. Enjoyable evening!
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KopaK
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 21, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The is one of my favorite restaurants in Southern California. The food is great, and the service is always outstanding.
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JoanneL
Greater Boston
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on October 19, 2023
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Thank you to the staff for their attentiveness. I arrived 20 minutes early and they were kind enough to seat me with a glass of wine. The ambiance, with an outdoor table facing the sunset, was gorgeous.
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FAQs

The Pony Room offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (858) 759-6246.

The Pony Room is rated 4.8 stars by 1189 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Dec 11, 2023

7:00 PM

Booked 45 times today

Order delivery or takeout

5921 Valencia Cir, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067

Additional information

Neighborhood
Rancho Santa Fe
Hours of operation
Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–11:00 am Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 11:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–9:15 pm
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
American, Comfort Food, Californian
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Resort Casual
Parking details
Valet is complimentary.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://ranchovalencia.com/san-diego-resort-dining/
Phone number
(858) 759-6246

This restaurant now offers Takeout

The Pony Room

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Brandt Prime Rib

Wagyu Bolognese

Chicken Enchiladas

From the Field

Burrata & Tomato$31.00

Scarborough Kale Salad$22.00

Wedge Salad$19.00

Classic Caesar Salad$21.00

Local Stone Fruit Salad$23.00

Greek Salad$21.00

From the Sea

Traditional Mexican Ceviche$25.00

Hamachi Crudo$27.00

Jumbo Baja Shrimp Cocktail$27.00

Oysters on the Half Shell

Mussels and Chorizo$31.00

Ahi Poke$27.00

Swordfish Bites$27.00

Dungeness Crab Salad$35.00

Crispy Calamari$19.00

Serious Plates

Miso-Crusted Sea Bass$47.00

Pony Room Salmon$41.00

Wagyu Bolognese$31.00

Baja Prawn Primavera$31.00

Oven-Roasted Chicken$37.00

Steak Frites

The Rancho Burger$29.00

From the Farm

Wood-Fired Cauliflower$21.00

Brussels Sprouts$21.00

Local Broccolini$21.00

Roasted Sweet Potato$21.00

Blistered Padrón Peppers$21.00

Mexican Street Corn$21.00

Mediterranean Globe Artichoke$21.00

Pony Classics

Caviar & Crispy Potatoes$47.00

Braised Brandt Beef Short Rib$29.00

Brandt Beef Sliders$26.00

Housemade Guacamole$19.00

Baked To Order Focaccia$19.00

Buffalo Chicken Bites$23.00

Tandoori Spiced Lamb Lollipops$29.00

Hand-Cut Truffle Fries$17.00

Baja Street Plates

Lobster Nachos$43.00

Chicken Enchiladas$31.00

Lobster Tacos$43.00

Grilled Fish Tacos$29.00

Carne Asada Tacos$31.00

Squash Blossom Quesadilla$19.00

À la Carte

Black Beans$7.00

Spanish Rice$7.00

The Pony Room Margaritas

Lawless Rancho Water$17.00

Pony Express$17.00

La Piñata$17.00

Naked & Famous$17.00

Sassy Bee$17.00

Spicy Sunset$17.00

El Jefe$27.00

Rancho Paloma$17.00

Seasonal Cocktails

Honeydew Mar-Granita$21.00

Piggyback Ryed$21.00

Valencia Gintonic$17.00

Sakura Smash$17.00

Don's Sangria$17.00

Fête de la Cucumber$17.00

Vuelo de Noche$27.00

Italian Job$17.00

Barrel-Aged Cocktails

Figgy Stardust$21.00