Best Restaurants that are Worth The Drive in Cardiff By The Sea

15 restaurants available nearby

1. Tavern

4.9

Exceptional(544)

Price: Moderate

• American • Solana Beach

Booked 21 times today

Newly remodeled, the much airier Tavern is all about art, music, and above all great food. Open for lunch and soon to include evening dining, the Tavern adds a distinctly Mexican/Pacific Coast set of flavors to the local fine dining scene.We are located in the heart of the Cedros Design District, within walking distance of the Amtrak station. The style is casual with indoor and outdoor dining ( plus bar seating). The patio, which can accommodate 18 guests, looks out onto the shop-lined Cedros Avenue and can be separated from the main dining area for private events.*Please note* Our restaurant welcomes walk-ins during our Lunch hours from 11:30 am- 3:30 pm. *Tavern restaurant will be closed for dinner (Lunch will remain open Monday and Tuesday when the belly up is dark)*Please check our website for the most up-to-date hours*

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2. Cocina de Barrio Encinitas

4.7

Exceptional(130)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Encinitas

Booked 27 times today

*Brunch hours are on a walk-in basis only.Cocina de Barrio by Chef Jose J. FloresWelcome to Cocina de Barrio, the newest modern-urban Mexican restaurant located in Encinitas, CA! We are proud to feature the culinary richness of Oaxaca as well as other Mexican regions. Stop by and enjoy our bar stocked with plenty of tequila and mezcal selections, beer, and wines sourced from Valle Guadalupe.Don't forget to join us during our daily brunch (where we add a Mexican kick) and our happy hour every Monday-Friday from 3-5pm! Stay Chido!

3. Mille Fleurs

4.8

Exceptional(2299)

Price: Very Expensive

• French American • Rancho Santa Fe

Booked 11 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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4. Nick & G's Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(939)

Price: Expensive

• American • Rancho Santa Fe

Booked 13 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.

5. Shimbashi Izakaya

4.7

Exceptional(981)

Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Del Mar

Booked 25 times today

Shimbashi's theme is based on the Izakaya, a Japanese tapas restaurant. We offer a multi-faceted menu that can be used as a pairing with sake for the light eater or sophisticated dinner entrées served in the Japanese tradition. Our menu changes with the season making each dining experience a new adventure.

6. Ember & Rye

4.6

Exceptional(1235)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Carlsbad

Booked 34 times today

Dine overlooking the 18th green at this Richard Blais steakhouse... of sorts. This delightful collaboration with acclaimed chef and television personality offers delectable steaks and fresh seafood dishes rooted in fine local ingredients, served in a casual, vintage clubhouse setting located at the signature Arnold Palmer designed Aviara Golf Club.

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7. California English

4.4

Awesome(494)

Price: Expensive

• American • Sorrento Mesa

Booked 32 times today

Located in the Sorrento Valley, California English is the newest culinary creation from celebrity chef, Richard Blais. Blais is creating an all-day menu for California English that’ll interpret classic British dishes through the lens of Southern California ingredients.The idea is a fusion of sorts: the laid-back California lifestyle that makes San Diego so unique, mixed with a cozy pub convivial atmosphere where you can meet friends (or mates) for a pint after work, set up a client lunch with fresh oysters on the menu or have a cozy family dinner over a Sunday roast. Everything on the menu is made from scratch with locally sourced ingredients that make for fresh and flavorful dishes. The effortless vibe of casual yet stylish makes for the perfect place to celebrate the joy of the unexpected coming together to make the perfect culinary match.

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8. Ponto Lago - Park Hyatt Aviara

4.8

Exceptional(1034)

Price: Very Expensive

• Californian • Carlsbad

Booked 6 times today

Immerse yourself into a refined modern setting featuring Baja-inspired cuisine and specialty cocktails composed of mezcal and tequila. Enjoy a show kitchen allowing you to get an inside look behind the scenes bringing Chef's creations to center stage. Locally sourced cuisine with a coastal flair is the cornerstone of this fine dining Baja-inspired experience.

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9. Ruth's Chris Steak House - Del Mar

4.6

Exceptional(3612)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Del Mar

Booked 69 times today

Now Open: We look forward to serving you soon.Ruth's Chris Steak House in San Diego (Del Mar), CA serves the finest USDA Prime beef available, broiled at 1,800° and served on 500° plates, so your steak stays hot, juicy and delicious from first bite to last. Enjoy our New Orleans-inspired appetizers, USDA Prime steaks, fresh seafood, signature side dishes and homemade desserts. All this while you enjoy our warm, inviting atmosphere and Ruth’s Chris’ genuine hospitality. So whether you’re a regular or have just been wondering what all the buzz is about, Ruth's Chris is the perfect excuse to enjoy the perfect night out. Dinner is served nightly, reservations are suggested and private dining and offsite catering may be arranged.

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10. Lobby Lounge at Fairmont Grand Del Mar

4.3

Awesome(14)

Price: Moderate

• Californian • Carmel Valley

Booked 4 times today

The Lobby Lounge at Fairmont Grand Del Mar has been magnificently reimagined to combine the lavish splendor of Italian palazzos with the natural grandeur of Los Peñasquitos Canyon Preserve. Indulge in afternoon tea as the San Diego sun casts its golden light through large arched windows, or linger into the evening over inspired tapas, cocktails, and elevated programming under the warm glow of Venetian glass chandeliers. Take in the beauty of Los Peñasquitos Canyon Preserve —or while sipping a craft cocktail in the bar. In a specially commissioned mural that spans all four walls, artist Jim Wodark pays homage to the canyon’s most iconic elements: its ancient rocks, cascading waterfall, and distant mountains.Live entertainment Fridays and Saturdays 8:00 pm - 12:00 am.LIVE LIMITLESS - Join the rewards program designed with you in mind. As a member of ALL – Accor Live Limitless, you’ll earn points on dining and hotel reservations worldwide. Enroll at https://bit.ly/3gvDtJG

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lauren
Orange County •2 reviews
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
Yummy food. Expensive though, so prepare for an expensive night out. Noise level is very loud inside- for some reason I found it hard to hear my family at the table.
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Cocina de Barrio EncinitasPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Encinitas
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4.7
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SilviaVIP
San Diego •8 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Great food, a little expensive but worth it! Very nice personnel and place looks great
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Crudo Ceviche & Oyster BarPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Little Italy
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4.6
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LeslieVIP
Phoenix / Arizona •14 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Wonderful location over looking the ocean. Fish tacos were amazing. Barbecued chicken salad was a hit as well. Had a table by the glass wall looking out over the bay. Our waitress was so sweet and attentive Definitely will come back.
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Duke's La JollaPrice: Moderate• Hawaii Regional Cuisine• La Jolla
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4.6
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Kathleen
Phoenix / Arizona •5 reviews
5.0
Dined on 25 Dec 2024
Simply put, one of the best meals I have had the privilege of enjoying! Delightful server, Calvin, was very in tune with the timing of our meal and our needs. The fixed menu was perfect for Christmas Eve, as it kept the meal flowing and decision-making to a minimum. Every course was delectable from the scallop crudo, the creamed mushrooms, and the sea bass, to the date cake with walnut ice cream! Mezcal hibiscus cocktail was creative and tasty, as well! I will definitely be back!
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Herb & WoodPrice: Expensive• Californian• Little Italy
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4.7
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GenaVIP
San Diego •10 reviews
5.0
Dined on 24 Dec 2024
Everything was great for an hitting. Menu selections easy to follow and they were easy to deal with with a sea food allergy
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The Melting Pot - Gaslamp QuarterPrice: Very Expensive• Fondue• Downtown
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4.6

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15 restaurants available nearby

1. Tavern

2. Cocina de Barrio Encinitas

3. Mille Fleurs

4. Nick & G's Restaurant

5. Shimbashi Izakaya

6. Ember & Rye

7. California English

8. Ponto Lago - Park Hyatt Aviara

9. Ruth's Chris Steak House - Del Mar

10. Lobby Lounge at Fairmont Grand Del Mar

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