Valentina

Name: Valentina
Address: 810 N Coast Highway 101, Encinitas, CA, United States, 92024-2073
Telephone: (760) 943-6686
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.8

4.8 (1915)

$31 to $50

Contemporary European

810 N Coast Highway 101, Encinitas, CA 92024-2073

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2 people

Jun 14, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 29 times today

Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

Charming
Good for special occasions
Neighborhood gem

A small neighborhood Spanish restaurant in a cute California beach town called Leucadia.
we play music and serve wine, tapas, some cocktails and thoughtful hospitality with some dim lighting in a lively environment.

We look forward to welcoming you.

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Home Style
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary European, Basque, Spanish
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(760) 943-6686
Website
http://www.restaurantvalentina.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Henri Ñol
Catering
Please contact us for private events and catering.
Private party facilities
Please contact us for private events and catering.

Location
810 N Coast Highway 101, Encinitas, CA 92024-2073
Neighborhood
Encinitas
Cross street
Europa
Parking details
Street parking only.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

Father's Day Dinner at Valentina
$20.00 - $88.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Spoil him right? Three-course dinner. Sorted. Valentina's favorites, Dad-approved. Great flavors, classic vibe. You bring Dad, we'll do the rest. Sound good? Want something more relaxed? Bar or sidewalk: same great food, a la carte. No bookings, no fuss.
Father's Day Brunch at Valentina
$20.00 - $50.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Spoil him right? Two-course brunch. Sorted. Valentina's favorites, Dad-approved. Great flavors, classic vibe. You bring Dad, we'll do the rest. Sound good? Want something more relaxed? Bar or sidewalk: same great food, a la carte. No bookings, no fuss.

What 1,915 people are saying

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

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

4.8Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

North San Diego
Best Food

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Valentina in Encinitas is "a hidden gem" known for its "delicious food" and "amazing ambience." The restaurant offers rich Spanish-inspired dishes with "bold flavors and quality ingredients." It's perfect for "date nights" or "family gatherings." Valentina's attentive staff and vibrant atmosphere consistently provide "an awesome dining experience."

1,915 Reviews

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OpenTable Diner
Yosemite / Mammoth Lakes1 review
3.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
My 2 dining companions had very good dishes. Pain Tomaquet Con Iberia and the other dish was the Arroz Del Senyoret. Unfortunately I ordered the Wienerschnitzl. The pork was pounded so thin it was almost too tough to eat. Way overcooked and very pricey. I called attention to this to our waitress and she agreed as she had this dish before. As with many of these eclectic restaurants... not a good value for the money. I most likely will not return .
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Carolina
Cancun / Riviera Maya1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The patatas bravas are a must! Amazing food and great service
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James
San Diego6 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Love the food and ambiance. Very cozy and rustic place
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Linda
Seattle / Eastern Washington6 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Excellent food! We’ll definitely be coming back. Like almost all restaurants these days, it is noisy.
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Jay VIP
San Diego20 reviews
4.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food-service are excellent. Never disappointedly. There was a big party (16?) on the patio at the long table, so loud we could barely hear each other.
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Barbara
San Diego3 reviews
3.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
This is my second time dining at Valentina. Maybe because it was a busy Friday but based on this experience I probably won't go back. The food was not as good, the table service was not nearly as professional and the noise level was so high we couldn't hear each other. Based on this dining experience I probably won't go back. I don't mind paying a lot for a great meal but it's difficult when it's not.
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Fleur VIP
San Diego147 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 5, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Another fun dining experience at Valentina. We sat outside, on the sidewalk, as the interior of the restaurant is very noisy. We managed the train horn, no problem. At first, I thought we were forgotten, as we were the only ones sitting outside. We arrived at 5:30, for the last half hour of happy hour. Eventually, we were met, and our server took our order. The HH tapas menu is satisfactory, but I have to say that a proper chardonnay would be appreciated , (especially on the regular menu). The white option was ok and $5.00. So, we liked that, but would have ordered off the regular priced menu if there had been chardonnay. We also ordered off the main menu: mussels, shrimp and artichokes. Tapas made a perfect meal!
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Elisabeth
Pittsburgh / Western PA14 reviews
3.0
Dined on June 4, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
We went on a Tuesday night and it was very busy and very loud. Cute though. It to over 15 minutes for a server to get our drink order. Bottles of wine were 25% off so that was good. We first got smashed artichokes which looked beautiful but were very bland. Then we got the octopus which was mostly great but a little chewy. We got the sea bass which was good but a little overcooked. I would like to try it again and hope for better as the reviews are so good.
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Perla VIP
Phoenix / Arizona10 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 31, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A hidden gem in Encinitas! Valentina delivers rich, savory Spanish-inspired dishes that are bursting with flavor. Every bite was thoughtfully prepared and delicious. The ambiance is cozy yet chic. Perfect for an evening out. Highly recommend if you’re craving bold flavors and quality ingredients.
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Robin
New Orleans / Louisiana12 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 31, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful vibe! Kimi was exceptional server! Food and wine recommendations spot on.
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FAQs

Valentina is rated 4.8 stars by 1915 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Jun 14, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 29 times today

Experiences are available.

810 N Coast Highway 101, Encinitas, CA 92024-2073

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Europa
Neighborhood
Encinitas
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary European, Basque, Spanish
Dining style
Home Style
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street parking only.
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Henri Ñol
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.restaurantvalentina.com/
Phone number
(760) 943-6686
Catering
Please contact us for private events and catering.
Private party facilities
Please contact us for private events and catering.

Valentina

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Dining areas

Additional information

Experiences

Father's Day Dinner at Valentina

Father's Day Brunch at Valentina

Menu

What 1,915 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

How is Valentina restaurant rated?

Is Valentina currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Dining areas

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