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Javier's - La Jolla
Price: Moderate•Mexican•4.6(3489)La Jolla - 2
Cesarina
Price: Moderate•Italian•4.9(5441)Ocean Beach - 3
Steak 48 - Del Mar
Price: Very Expensive•Steakhouse•4.9(1392)Del Mar - 4
LEILA
Price: Expensive•Middle Eastern•4.7(430)North Park - 5
Benihana - San Diego, CA
Price: Moderate•Japanese•4.1(7309)Mission Valley
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The Marine Room
Price: Very Expensive•Seafood•4.7(8162)La Jolla - 2
Addison By William Bradley
Price: Very Expensive•Californian•4.8(1884)Del Mar - 3
Le Coq
Price: Very Expensive•Contemporary French•4.4(257)La Jolla - 4
Madison
Price: Expensive•Mediterranean•4.5(2996)University Heights - 5
The Amalfi Llama - San Diego
Price: Moderate•Steakhouse•4.4(335)University City/Golden Triangle
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Duke's La Jolla
Price: Moderate•Hawaii Regional Cuisine•4.6(6513)La Jolla - 2
The Red Door
Price: Moderate•Italian•4.8(2967)Mission Hills - 3
RED O Taste of Mexico - La Jolla
Price: Expensive•Contemporary Mexican•4.3(2668)La Jolla - 4
The Fishery
Price: Expensive•Seafood•4.7(3045)Pacific Beach - 5
Poseidon
Price: Expensive•Seafood•4.8(5560)Del Mar
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- JJudySan Diego •6 reviews5.0Dined 1 day agoFood was delicious as always. This time I tried the filet and grilled romaine salad. It was perfection and I’d definitely order it again! The others in our group enjoyed their choices as well. Service was fantastic!! I believe our server was Jordan (I’m awful with names) and she was simply excellent. Ambience is wonderful as well!More infoSouth of Nick's - Del MarPrice: Expensive• Mexican• Del Mar•4.7
- KKimDenver / Colorado •2 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoFood was delicious. Had fish and lobster. Top rate. Gorgeous evening.More infoJake's Del MarPrice: Moderate• American• Del Mar•4.7
- CCarolinaSan Diego •8 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoHector was our waiter and made our experience unforgettable it was our fist time here and the food was delicious cooked to perfection. Thank you and hope to be back soon!More infoSteak 48 - Del MarPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Del Mar•4.9
- JJohnSan Diego •2 reviews4.0Dined on 3 Nov 2024Went for dinner prior to a movie like many others on Saturday night. The place was packed with a number of large parties for which this is a good place. Service was very energetic and excellent however the food was fair to good at best. However given its ambience and energy I'm not certain having excellent food would materially impact their business.More infoDavanti Del MarPrice: Moderate• Italian• Del Mar•4.5
- LELouiseESan Diego •14 reviews5.0Dined on 1 Apr 2023worth every penny and every calorie - bravo chef bradley and staff!More infoAddison By William BradleyPrice: Very Expensive• Californian• Del Mar•4.8
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As a northern San Diego neighborhood, Carmel Valley is an ideal place dine on authentic Mexican food, Italian cuisine, and even Japanese fare. Order fresh guacamole or a large Mexican platter that includes fish, beans, steak, and cornbread. If you’re craving something Italian, then consider ordering the paccheri Emiliana or the salmone escada. When it comes to the area’s Japanese fare, try menu items such as a rice bowl, the vegan miso shoyu or a fusion dish like the carnitas-filled steamed buns. If traditional American cuisine is your thing, then you’ll come across plenty of dining choices that fit this bill. Bar and grill establishments in the area serve up burgers, steak, and chicken. In Carmel Valley, the good food makes it easy to stay full.
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Healthy restaurants located in Carmel Valley include Amaya at Fairmont Grand Del Mar, Ambrogio15 Del Mar and Glass Box Asian Coastal Inspired Kitchen + Bar
Restaurants with gluten-free options in Carmel Valley are Ambrogio15 Del Mar, Amalfi Cucina Italiana - Carmel Valley and Vittorio's Italian Restaurant- San Diego
Bottomless brunch in Carmel Valley is available at Amaya at Fairmont Grand Del Mar, Vittorio's Italian Restaurant- San Diego and Amalfi Cucina Italiana - Carmel Valley
The most romantic restaurant in Carmel Valley is Amaya at Fairmont Grand Del Mar
Restaurants in Carmel Valley with a great view include Amaya at Fairmont Grand Del Mar, Lobby Lounge at Fairmont Grand Del Mar and The Clubhouse Grill at Fairmont Grand Del Mar
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