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ARLO San Diego, San Diego, CA

ARLO San Diego

4.5
4.5
819 Reviews
$30 and under
American
500 Hotel Cir N, San Diego, CA 92108

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 27 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Good for business meals
  • Lively
ARLO is an award-winning restaurant known for its scratch-made dishes, crafted from fresh local ingredients. Serving breakfast, weekend DJ brunch, and dinner, ARLO offers a fun and quirky environment. Highlights include a sweeping outdoor patio, swaying palm trees, and a giant outdoor fireplace. The experience is rounded out by an inventive cocktail program, an extensive wine list, and local craft beers on tap. Recently, ARLO won Best Hotel Restaurant and Best Restaurant for Big Groups in the San Diego Magazine Best of 2024 awards. Free parking is available.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Seafood, Steak
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–11:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 8:00 am–1:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    We welcome you to explore our Private Dining options, perfect for any occasion.
  • Private party contact
    our Private Event Coordinator: (619) 908-5058
  • Neighborhood
    Mission Valley
  • Cross street
    Hotel Circle/Fashion Valley Road
  • Parking details
    There is a parking structure right out front of ARLO. Pull in the lot, take a ticket, and bring your ticket with you. ARLO offers free parking for your dinner and brunch, make sure to bring in your parking ticket and the staff can validate it.
  • Public transit
    Fashion Valley Transit Center
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • DJ Brunch at ARLO

    Multiple dates available
    Get ready to elevate your weekends with ARLO's DJ Brunch, the center of the city's brunch scene and the ultimate experience that's spinning your Saturdays and Sundays into something special.
    DJ Brunch at ARLO Photo
  • Mother's Day Brunch Buffet

    May 11, 2025 only
    Celebrate Mother's Day at ARLO on Sunday, May 11 from 9am-3pm. Indulge in a brunch buffet fit for a queen, featuring a raw bar, specialty salads and pastries, breakfast foods and entrées like 12-hour braised short ribs, roasted prime rib and Szechuan pepper crusted swordfish off the Santa Maria grill. And don't even think about skipping dessert! Enjoy live music and free parking. Mother's Day brunch is $95 per person, including a glass of sparkling wine for 21+, a complimentary flower bouquet for mom from the ARLO artisan flower cart, and $38 for kids 5 years old to 12 years old. Kids 4 years old and under are free. Prices exclude tax and gratuity.
    Mother's Day Brunch Buffet Photo
  • Ron Burgundy Brunch

    Jun 15, 2025 only
    Celebrate Father’s Day in true Anchorman style at ARLO’s Ron Burgundy Brunch. Treat Dad to a morning of delicious bites, DJ beats, and a Glenfiddich Scotch Whisky experience because we love scotch. Scotchy scotch scotch… Here it goes down, down into our belly! Free parking with validation because it's anchorman approved. Plus, think you’ve got the mustache and swagger to match San Diego’s favorite anchorman? Enter the Ron Burgundy look-alike contest at brunch for a chance to win a two-night stay at Town and Country Resort and dinner for two at ARLO. That’s right, two nights of luxurious, leather-bound-book-level relaxation. You stay classy, San Diego.
    Ron Burgundy Brunch Photo

Private dining

What 819 people are saying

ARLO San Diego 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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
ARLO San Diego offers a vibrant and welcoming atmosphere, with "excellent service" and a "lovely and cheerful" ambiance. Diners appreciate the "fantastic food" and "friendly staff," making it ideal for special occasions and family gatherings. While parking can be challenging, the memorable experiences and "delicious choices" make it worth the visit.

819 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    Richmond1 review

    5.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was outstanding. Great customer service, beautiful views, nice atmosphere, food was 10/10, and there was a Dj! Thanks ARLO for a good time

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  2. Kim VIP

    Washington DC12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    ARLO is one of my favorite places to dine in San Diego. The staff, and the Hosts are fantastic
    ARLO San DiegoResponded 2 days ago
    Hi Kim, Thank you for your feedback and 5-star rating! We are thrilled to be one of your favorite places to dine and truly value your compliments for the staff and hosts! We look forward to welcoming you back soon for another great experience. Many thanks, Carlo DeLeon, Food and Beverage Director

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  3. Carolyn VIP

    San Diego2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Such a great brunch vibe! It’s my go to place to meet friends and family.
    ARLO San DiegoResponded 5 days ago
    Hi Carolyn, Thank you for your review. Your wonderful feedback on ARLO's vibe and being your go-to location with friends and family means the world to us. We look forward to welcoming you back for another excellent experience soon. Best regards, Carlo DeLeon, Food and Beverage Director

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  4. Radelies VIP

    Atlanta6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    We liked the food. We went two days in a row. I think the only thing i would consider a con was the potatoes because they were kind of hard but the sourdough, AMAZING!
    ARLO San DiegoResponded 5 days ago
    Hi Radelies, Thank you for choosing to dine with us twice! We are thrilled that you enjoyed the food and our amazing sourdough bread, and we appreciate your feedback about the potatoes. Your 5-star reviews means a lot to us. Please come back again soon! With gratitude, Carlo DeLeon, Food and Beverage Director

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  5. james VIP

    Los Angeles23 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on May 1, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Overall, I liked Arlo but a few things could definitely be improved upon: I enjoyed the blackberry mule mocktail, but it was really small and had way too much ice - if you're going to charge $13.50 for a drink with no alcohol, it should at least be a full-size drink otherwise, it feels like you're ripping off the customer. Attempted to order the Roasted Cauliflower but it was unavailable. Also, the restaurant wasn't full - I came around 9 pm - so I was a little confounded by the slow service by the waiter Patrick. On a positive note - the roasted fall veggies were good & the bread was also good. I stay at the Town & Country fairly often so I will try Arlo again to see if the experience is better next time.
    ARLO San DiegoResponded on May 2, 2025
    Hi James, Thank you for sharing your feedback. While we're glad you enjoyed the roasted cauliflower and bread, I'm truly sorry for the slow service and unavailable menu item. This is not the experience we aim to provide and we will address these issues. Your feedback on the mocktail is also appreciated for future improvements. We're glad to hear you are a regular guest at the resort and that we can look forward to the opportunity to exceed your expectations next time. Best regards, Carlo DeLeon, Food and Beverage Director

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  6. Justin

    Los Angeles2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Incredible food and service! Would absolutely come back
    ARLO San DiegoResponded on April 28, 2025
    Hi Justin, Thank you for this feedback on your recent experience at ARLO. Your 5-star rating and compliments on the incredible food and service mean a lot to us. We are thankful we had the opportunity to serve you. We look forward to welcoming you back next time. Warm regards, Carlo DeLeon, Food and Beverage Director

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  7. Sonia

    Washington DC3 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on April 26, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Overall a good experience. Don’t even try to park in the parking garage. Ride share or park elsewhere
    ARLO San DiegoResponded on April 28, 2025
    Hi Sonia, Thank you for choosing to dine with us. We are thankful we had the opportunity to serve you. We appreciate your feedback so we can continue to make improvements where needed. We hope to have the opportunity to provide you with an even better experience in the future. Warm regards, Carlo DeLeon, Food and Beverage Director

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  8. Barb

    San Diego2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Second time here for a holiday brunch. Highly recommend! We saw same server on duty and asked for her area, she’s that good! Her name is Kelly.
    ARLO San DiegoResponded on April 21, 2025
    Hi Barb, Thank you for sharing your holiday brunch feedback. Your recommendation and wonderful compliments on Kelly's service mean the world to us! It was our pleasure to serve you on this special occasion. We look forward to welcoming you back next time. Warm regards, Carlo DeLeon, Food and Beverage Director

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  9. Lyne

    San Diego5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Food good but was a bit disappointed with the decor and ambiance. Not sure I would go again for a big thing like Easter.
    ARLO San DiegoResponded on April 22, 2025
    Hi Lyne, Thank you for sharing this review of your Easter brunch at ARLO. It was our pleasure to have you with us. We're delighted to know that you enjoyed the good food, and we have noted your feedback on the decor and ambiance for a holiday occasion. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back for an even better experience in the future. Warm regards, Carlo DeLeon, Food and Beverage Director

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  10. Michelle

    San Diego2 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Speaking soley to the holiday buffet brunch, the majority of food items are odd and unpallatable. The meat offerings were cold, the quiche looked and tasted like what I imagine a sponge might. Although everything looked pretty and appealing, it was hard to digest. Depressing that I spent $300 for this, I will never return. If youre a foodie or like good food, this isnt it. The venue is nice and fun but the price is misaligned with the quality and flavor of this food. I want my money back!
    ARLO San DiegoResponded on April 23, 2025
    Hi Michelle, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We're truly sorry for your disappointing experience. We appreciate your honest feedback and will address your concerns with our culinary team to ensure we deliver the consistency and quality our guests deserve. We hope you'll consider giving us another try so we can provide the experience you expect and deserve. Sincerely, Carlo DeLeon, Food and Beverage Director

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ARLO San Diego is rated 4.5 stars by 819 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 27 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for ARLO San Diego

500 Hotel Cir N, San Diego, CA 92108

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Hotel Circle/Fashion Valley Road
  • Neighborhood
    Mission Valley
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–11:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 8:00 am–1:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Seafood, Steak
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    There is a parking structure right out front of ARLO. Pull in the lot, take a ticket, and bring your ticket with you. ARLO offers free parking for your dinner and brunch, make sure to bring in your parking ticket and the staff can validate it.
  • Public transit
    Fashion Valley Transit Center
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    We welcome you to explore our Private Dining options, perfect for any occasion.
  • Private party contact
    our Private Event Coordinator: (619) 908-5058
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