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Javier's - La Jolla
Price: Moderate•Mexican•4.6(3,803)La Jolla - 2
Steak 48 - Del Mar
Price: Very Expensive•Steakhouse•4.9(1,918)Del Mar - 3
Jake's Del Mar
Price: Moderate•American•4.8(10,689)Del Mar - 4
Wildland
Price: Moderate•Californian•4.6(131)Carlsbad - 5
Culinary Dropout - Del Mar
Price: Moderate•American•4.6(50)Carmel Valley
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Raised by Wolves
Price: Moderate•Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service•4.7(2,992)La Jolla - 2
Lilo
Price: Very Expensive•Californian•5(33)Carlsbad - 3
Addison by William Bradley
Price: Very Expensive•Californian•4.8(1,877)Del Mar - 4
Matsu
Price: Very Expensive•Creative Japanese•4.6(95)Oceanside - 5
Little Victory Wine Bar
Price: Moderate•Wine Bar•4.9(12)Carlsbad
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Jeune et Jolie
Price: Very Expensive•Contemporary French•4.9(4,261)Carlsbad - 2
RED O Taste of Mexico - La Jolla
Price: Expensive•Contemporary Mexican•4.4(2,791)La Jolla - 3
The Lobby Tiki Bar & Grill
Price: Moderate•Hawaii Regional Cuisine•4.6(79)Oceanside - 4
Wrench and Rodent Seabasstropub
Price: Moderate•Sushi•4.7(1,448)Oceanside - 5
AVANT
Price: Expensive•Californian•4.6(1,701)Poway / Rancho Bernardo
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Little Victory Wine Bar
Price: Moderate•Wine Bar•4.9(12)Little Victory Wine Bar is a natural wine bar in Carlsbad, California. With indoor seating accommodating 24-28 guests and an outdoor patio offering 18 additional seats, Little Victory Wine Bar is intentionally scaled to foster intimate and meaningful interactions, cementing its role as a significant addition to Carlsbad Village’s growing culinary community.
Little Victory Wine Market is located at 505 Oak Avenue, Suite B, Carlsbad, California, 92008, and will operate Wednesday through Sunday from 4 - 10 p.m. Visit the website or follow along on Instagram at @littlevictorywinebar for future updates.Black and Blue Steakhouse and Lounge - Valley View Casino
Price: Expensive•Steakhouse•4.9(1,874)Black&Blue is a contemporary American Steakhouse with Las Vegas flair, and a 21 and up dining experience. B&B was recently named San Diego’s “Most Romantic Steakhouse” by the San Diego Union Tribune, and most recently awarded as the Best Steak House Best Seafood by San Diego A-list! At B&B we offer the choicest meats, freshest seafood and most dazzling desserts to delight the mind and body that will transport our guests into a world of indulgence and taste. Unwind with conversation and creative cocktails in our Black&Blue Lounge. Then move into our main room where Chef Nicholas Burgess will impress you with his inventive dishes and innovative takes on classic favorites. The Manager, Chris Scala, will ensure you receive the ultimate in guest service in an atmosphere that’s friendly and fun. To fully enjoy the B&B dining experience, please be prepared to spend an hour and a half with us. Visit us at B&B for a dining experience you’ll never forget.
The Veranda Restaurant
Price: Moderate•Californian•4.9(1,557)While dining at the most atmospheric restaurant in Fallbrook, you can gaze at our sparkling lake and gorgeous grounds while enjoying a delicious meal prepared with seasonal produce from our on-site vegetable and fruit gardens. We offer patio heaters during the winter months and fans during the warmer months. Reservations are recommended. Enjoy a stroll through our many gardens before or after you dine at The Veranda.Jeune et Jolie
Price: Very Expensive•Contemporary French•4.9(4,261)A culinary experience celebrating the moment, Jeune et Jolie reimagines French cuisine through the vibrant lens of our Southern California landscape with a 4-course menu offered at $120 per guest.
For those looking for a more casual evening, we feature "Le Menu du Bar”, an à la carte offering available for walk-in guests at our bar and lounge.
Addison by William Bradley
Price: Very Expensive•Californian•4.8(1,877)Addison, Southern California’s first three-star Michelin restaurant, showcases the beauty and allure of California Gastronomy. Chef William Bradley offers his distinct culinary perspective through an experience that celebrates regional ingredients and influences. With its picturesque views of the surrounding hillside, the dining room creates a transportive setting for Bradley’s ten-course tasting menu. To further enhance the experience, Addison’s 10,000 bottle wine program showcases small producers, rare Champagnes, and new discoveries from around the world.
Since 2006, the purity and precision of Addison's approach has led to global recognition for the restaurant and the San Diego culinary scene. Addison is among an exclusive selection of stand-alone Relais & Châteaux restaurants worldwide, and, in addition to its three-star Michelin designation, is honored on La Liste. It has consistently received the highest recognition from Wine Spectator for its wine program.Mille Fleurs
Price: Very Expensive•French American•4.9(2,346)**Please note: Patio requests must call the restaurant to confirm availability for patio dining, as availability is very limited due to table spacing.*
Nestled in the heart of the historic and charming village of Rancho Santa Fe, just four miles inland from Del Mar, Mille Fleurs offers magnificent California food presentation with extraordinary French flair. The exquisite yet comfortable French country décor with inviting outside patio provides an atmosphere that is gracious, warm and welcoming. Mille Fleurs has received numerous accolades including: "Top 25 in America" from Food & Wine Magazine "Far and away the best restaurant sampled in greater San Diego" quoted in The New York Times as well as "Best French" and "Best of the Best" in San Diego Magazine. Our award winning wine cellar offers over seven hundred choices spanning the globe and varying greatly in price. A mile down the road is the Chino's Family Farm where our chef heads every day to get fresh ingredients.
Poseidon
Price: Expensive•Seafood•4.8(5,714)The minute you walk into Poseidon, you’ll be swept by the fabulous view. You couldn’t be closer to the sand and the beach than sitting at Poseidon on their beautiful outdoor patio. With such a spectacular ocean view, you’ll experience breathtaking sunsets and during the right season even catch a glimpse of the whales migrating up or down the coast. The bar offers a large circular firepit, which is nice on those chilly fall or winter nights. Off to the side of the bar is a split level dining room offering every table a panoramic view of the beach and the ocean. For decades, Poseidon has delighted both local San Diegans and the tourists that love the beach.The Watering Hole- San Diego Zoo Safari Park
Price: Moderate•Gastro Pub•4.5(1,367)Located in the San Diego Safari Park
OpenTable Diners Choice 2025 Award for Best Ambiance
Enjoy an incredible view of the African Plains at the Safari Park's newest gathering spot: The Watering Hole restaurant and bar. Watch rhinos and giraffes as you dine on menu items including tasty sandwiches and fresh salads or relax with a refreshing beverage from the full-service bar with a wide selection of craft beers, wine, and mixed drinks.
Carvers Steaks & Chops
Price: Expensive•Steak•4.7(3,031)Welcome to Carvers Steaks and Chops - a San Diego restaurant committed to the tradition of the big-city steakhouse without the big-city price or the big-city drive.
Located in the community of Rancho Bernardo, Carvers is the perfect destination for whatever mood you're in. Whether it's stopping in to enjoy a hand-shaken martini after work or bringing the family in to sample some of our award-winning prime rib, choice steaks, seafood options, and meals for the kids, we will cater to your every need.
Visit us and experience our array of dining options, live entertainment, and top-notch service. Carvers Steaks & Chops - voted North San Diego County's Finest Steakhouse twenty two years running.Vittorio's Italian Restaurant- San Diego
Price: Moderate•Italian•4.7(672)Italian trattoria and wine bar.
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- DDanielVIPChicago / Illinois •72 reviews5.0Dined 1 day agoReally unique terrific restaurant that brings a whole new dimension to farm-to-table as it is located on a working farm right smack in the middle of a neighborhood. Excellent food, good wine list, their beer, really fresh vegetables and great service in a beautiful setting.More infoHavenPrice: Expensive• Californian• Encinitas•4.5
- NNancyVIPPalm Springs / Palm Desert Cities •31 reviews5.0Dined 4 days agoDelicious food, beautiful view, and great service!More infoVue - Omni La Costa Resort & SpaPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Carlsbad•4.5
- SSusanYosemite / Mammoth Lakes •3 reviews5.0Dined 4 days agoDelicious cocktails and small plates! Try the mussel toast and scallop aguachile😍More infoHerb & SeaPrice: Moderate• Californian• Encinitas•4.6
- GgregSan Francisco Bay Area •3 reviews5.0Dined 5 days agoEverything was delicious and cooked perfectly. Staff is amazing, warm and very attentive!More infoBob’s Steak & Chop House – La CostaPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Carlsbad•4.7
- CCarissaCalifornia Central Coast •1 review5.0Dined 6 days agoWaiter was amazing and so sweet. We loved the view and the food was so goodMore infoEmber & RyePrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Carlsbad•4.6
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North County has welcoming beaches and top-notch restaurants, bars, and taprooms situated in the sunny outdoors with elegant outdoor seating. The area is home to whiskey and wine bars, taprooms with a large selection of beer, and plenty of gourmet coffee shops. You can also enjoy a number of Hawaiian-influenced dishes. San Diego is known for its local wines, seafood, and fresh fruits and vegetables, and all are integral components of North County cuisine. There’s a significant South American influence to the cuisine, too, which includes everything from San Diego classics like carne asada fries and San Diego-style California burritos to more contemporary takes on these local dishes.
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