Best Seasonal Restaurants in Rancho Santa Fe

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AmericanItalianSeafoodFrenchMexicanChinese

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North San DiegoSan Diego

Areas

Cardiff By The SeaCarlsbadCarmel ValleyDel MarEncinitasEscondido

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CharmingDog-friendlyFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasions

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Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

48 restaurants available nearby

1. Mille Fleurs

4.8

Exceptional(2323)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• French American • Rancho Santa Fe

Booked 7 times today

**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.

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2. Nick & G's Restaurant

4.6

Exceptional(955)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Rancho Santa Fe

Booked 9 times today

At Nick & G's the good times keep rolling! We bring the taste of Italy to Rancho Santa Fe, serving our community with best-in-class dining, catering, and events. Our restaurant's design showcases a tasteful blend of new and old-world luxury, to reflect the delicate balance of flavors contained in our modern Italian-American cuisine.

3. The Pony Room

4.8

Exceptional(1554)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• American • Rancho Santa Fe

Booked 40 times today

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

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4. North Italia San Diego - One Paseo

4.5

Awesome(1595)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Del Mar

Booked 57 times today

At North, we focus on what we do best: Italian from scratch. Enjoy any of our handmade pastas and pizzas, created with seasonal ingredients and inventive flavors. Or, try a different signature dish, prepared with our fresh flavors from the garden, farm, and sea. We’ve hand crafted seasonal cocktails that pair great with our food, creating a real modern Italia experiences perfect for any occasion.

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5. Chart House Restaurant - Cardiff

4.4

Awesome(7309)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Solana Beach

Booked 58 times today

Chart House is a fine dining restaurant serving seafood & steak and famous for their spectacular views. For more than 50 years, Chart House has redefined the ideal dining experience. With 27 waterfront and showcase locations ranging from the historic to the unforgettable, Chart House restaurants specialize in dazzling views, unique cuisine and exceptional service. From fresh fish specialties to slow-roasted prime rib, the renowned chefs of Chart House have tailored a menu that adds a unique touch to local flavors. And the Chart House happy hour is a guest favorite, where guest favor our signature cocktails and delicious bites you are sure to enjoy. Our original Hot Chocolate Lava Cake is the perfect end to a memorable dining experience at Chart House. Chart House offers the ideal setting for your next event. We would be happy to assist you with all the details of your special occasion.

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6. Pacific Coast Grill - Cardiff

4.8

Exceptional(9359)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Seafood • Cardiff By The Sea

Booked 78 times today

Pacific Coast Grill's oceanfront venue features unique Pacific Coastal cuisine, an oyster bar, select sushi rolls, and a plethora of seafood choices, delicious steaks and more! There are two levels of dining at the new PCG with every dining seat in the house carefully planned to have an ocean view. There are bars on both levels and a heated outdoor patio and a deck with one of the best views of the Pacific Ocean and the line up at Cardiff Reef. You can watch surfers, kite surfers, dolphins, whales and spectacular sunsets from throughout the restaurant.

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7. Rustic Root - Solana Beach

4.4

Awesome(58)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Del Mar

Booked 82 times today

Modern rooftop destination featuring local, seasonal cuisine & craft cocktails in stylish surrounds.

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8. Cucina Enoteca - Del Mar

4.4

Awesome(2754)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Del Mar

Booked 38 times today

Say hello to the sister restaurant of San Diego’s award winning CUCINA urbana! CUCINA enoteca’s menu features Italian classics with a modern twist, traditionally coursed or served family-style, and made with the freshest local, organic and sustainable ingredients. Enjoy wine by the glass or visit the wine shop and select a bottle from over 100 selections at retail price ($10 corkage fee applies).

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9. Rosina's Italian Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(1258)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Poway / Rancho Bernardo

Booked 41 times today

Rosina's Italian Restaurants is traditional, casual and family friendly. We prepare our pastas and sauces fresh daily. Rosina's is a great place for a business meeting in our larger additional dining room, special gathering date night, or family dinner. Hand Made for 30 YearsWe serve healthy, Mediterranean recipes the Italian way: homemade soups, fresh vegetables, classic Italian cuisine from the heart of Italy. Our family has prepared meals for San Diegans for almost 30 years.Find out why your neighbors are calling both of Rosina's locations hidden gems, and make sure to try the nightly dinner specials!

10. Ki's Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(1044)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Californian • Cardiff By The Sea

Booked 11 times today

Daytime service is as it always has been: order at the counter and the food will be brought to you in the seating area upstairs or out under our tent. Night-time is full service in the upstairs seating area. On Friday nights, we also have live music from 7-9pm.Ki's is a perfect fit for its local beach community culture. We provide food options that serve the needs of people who enjoy the outdoors and have a high degree of awareness for their health, fitness and well being. And Ki's is more than just a 'health food' option for many. It is simply great food for anyone-professionals, families looking for a home-cooked meal or friends hanging out enjoying some tasty eats.

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NoelleVIP
San Diego •1 review
5.0
Dined today
We had an enjoyable dining experience. Our waiter was attentive, the service was good and the food was tasty. We were a group of 8 (two families) and sat off to the side at a round table. It was a bit quieter there which was good for conversation. We will definitely return.
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North Italia San Diego - One PaseoPrice: Moderate• Italian• Del Mar
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4.5
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MelissaVIP
Seattle / Eastern Washington •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Attentive and efficient service and outstanding cuisine.
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The Pony RoomPrice: Very Expensive• American• Rancho Santa Fe
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4.8
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JaneVIP
San Diego •61 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Beautiful day at the beach. Food very good, but coconut shrimp getting smaller. Service excellent.
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Chart House Restaurant - CardiffPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Solana Beach
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4.4
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StuartVIP
San Diego •6 reviews
5.0
Dined on 28 Feb 2025
Excellent service, great presentation, tasted great. Worth a visit, look forward to going back.
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Mille FleursPrice: Very Expensive• French American• Rancho Santa Fe
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4.8
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Carlos
San Diego •1 review
4.0
Dined on 27 Feb 2025
Nice quiet place to enjoy an evening out. Decent martini.
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Nick & G's RestaurantPrice: Expensive• American• Rancho Santa Fe
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4.6

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