Best Seasonal Restaurants in Sorrento Valley

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Cuisine

AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodFrenchMexican

Regions

North San DiegoSan Diego

Areas

Cardiff By The SeaCarlsbadCarmel ValleyDel MarEncinitasLa Jolla

Top Rated

CharmingDog-friendlyFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasions

Dining Options

All dining options

Delivery only

Takeaway only

Seating Options

BarCounterStandardHigh TopOutdoor

Award-winning

MICHELIN

Accessibility

Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

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A photo of Cucina Enoteca - Del Mar restaurant

1. Cucina Enoteca - Del Mar

4.5

Awesome(2753)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Del Mar

Booked 35 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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2. North Italia San Diego - One Paseo

4.5

Awesome(1594)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Del Mar

Booked 62 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.

A photo of Rustic Root - Solana Beach restaurant

3. Rustic Root - Solana Beach

4.4

Awesome(57)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Del Mar

Booked 80 times today

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

4. Poseidon

4.8

Exceptional(5662)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Del Mar

Booked 64 times today

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.

5. Jake's Del Mar

4.8

Exceptional(10601)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Del Mar

Booked 39 times today

Aloha friends of Jake’s Del Mar! We are open for indoor and outdoor dining, takeout, and delivery. Visit jakesdelmar.com to view our menus or place a takeout order online!Jake’s is the quintessential California oceanfront dining experience. The eclectic menu compliments the casual, yet elegant restaurant atmosphere right on the Del Mar shore. With chef-driven California coastal fare, craft cocktails, and unforgettable ocean views, it’s the best of the west coast. Whether for a date night or a celebration with friends and family, Jake’s serves up something special every time.

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6. Pacific Coast Grill - Cardiff

4.8

Exceptional(9359)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Seafood • Cardiff By The Sea

Booked 73 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.

7. The Pony Room

4.8

Exceptional(1554)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• American • Rancho Santa Fe

Booked 48 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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8. Chart House Restaurant - Cardiff

4.4

Awesome(7310)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Solana Beach

Booked 49 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.

9. Ki's Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(1044)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Californian • Cardiff By The Sea

Booked 6 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.

10. Mille Fleurs

4.8

Exceptional(2323)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• French American • Rancho Santa Fe

Booked 4 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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Shari
San Diego •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
My daughter and I had such a great dining experience. It was for her birthday and the staff knew it- they made our evening extra special for her. The hostess ever so sweetly wrote out a birthday card for her and the server had a candle on her birthday dessert. The food was incredible- the new location is absolutely stunning. After visiting the San Diego location, my daughter and I have labeled Rustic Root as our place! We already know what to order at our next visit!
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Rustic Root - Solana BeachPrice: Moderate• American• Del Mar
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4.4
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MarciaVIP
Phoenix / Arizona •309 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Lovely Oceanside dinner with delicious fresh seafood and nice wine list. Had delicious creamy seafood clam chowder, split a Greek salad and enjoyed the ahi tuna entree and the evening special including pecan crusted salmon, a large prawn, large scallop, so yummy! Highly recommend this place!
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PoseidonPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Del Mar
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4.8
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Carl
San Diego •2 reviews
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
We love North Italia Del Mar, but it was evident that you were either short on staff or just very busy. Everything took an extra long time. Not the usual experience. But we still love you!
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North Italia San Diego - One PaseoPrice: Moderate• Italian• Del Mar
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4.5
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Cynthia
San Diego •5 reviews
5.0
Dined on 2 Mar 2025
Great food, great service and a truly great view of the Pacific!
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Jake's Del MarPrice: Moderate• American• Del Mar
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4.8
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Withoutwax
San Francisco Bay Area •5 reviews
5.0
Dined on 2 Mar 2025
Excellent setting, incredible service, wonderful food. Perfect evening dinner thank you
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Cucina Enoteca - Del MarPrice: Moderate• Italian• Del Mar
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4.5

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