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Rancho Santa Fe Bistro, Rancho Santa Fe, CA

Rancho Santa Fe Bistro

4.8
4.8
337 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
7:30 pm
Booked 12 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Charming
Welcome to The Rancho Santa Fe Bistro located in the heart of the beautiful downtown Rancho Santa Fe, CA. Our unique bistro offers an amazing menu and a superior wine selection for any lunch or dinner occasion. For lunch walk-ins are welcome.
Owner / Chef Mozy Jahanguiri, who has run restaurants in Chicago, Minneapolis, and Dallas, has opened The Rancho Santa Fe Bistro in the space formerly occupied by The Pantry on Paseo Delicias. Mozy has prepared a menu that offers a wide variety of healthy and stylish fresh grill and more offering a balanced approach to food and wine along with bistro favorites including Oysters Rockefeller, traditional escargots, baked brie with grapes and honey and more for starters. Entrees to satisfy any taste of carefully sourced meats, seafood and much more. Be sure to check out Bistro's beautiful wood wine cellar, housing an extensive collection that spans an impressive 100 years (1897-1997) at a variety of price points.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Comfort Food, Continental
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (858) 756-1221
  • Website
    http://www.ranchosantafebistro.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Location
    6024 Paseo Delicias, Ste C, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067-9512
  • Area
    Rancho Santa Fe
  • Parking details
    Plenty of parking spaces available on the streets and also a huge Parking lot is available behind the restaurant only at evening hours
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Beer Garden, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

No Substitution of Items. Split Item Fee $8

Starters

  • Baked BrieUSD 14.00

    Seedless grapes, with honey, and crostini

    • Caprese SaladUSD 14.00

      Sliced tomato, fresh mozzarella, Basil and house vinaigrette

      • Margarita FlatbreadUSD 12.00

        Tomato, basil, fresh baby spinach, mushrooms, and marinara sauce

        • Rancho FlatbreadUSD 12.00

          Spinach and goat cheese

          • Italian Flatbread with PepperoniUSD 14.00

            • Traditional EscargotUSD 16.00

              Pernod, garlic butter, lemon, white wine, parsley

              • Shrimp SautéUSD 16.00

                Garlic, mushrooms, tomato, white wine and lemon

                • Country PateUSD 17.00

                  Veal, duck liver, brandy, white egg and light cream. Served with Dijon mustard and baby dill pickles

                  Soups

                  • Lentil Soup

                    • CupUSD 7.00
                    • BowlUSD 10.00

                  • Soup du Jour

                    • Market Price

                  Salads

                  • House Salad

                    Spring mixed greens, carrot, cucumber, tomato and house vinaigrette

                    • SmallUSD 8.00
                    • LargeUSD 12.00

                  • Caesar Salad

                    Chopped romaine, fresh grated parmesan, croutons and house Caesar

                    • SmallUSD 8.00
                    • LargeUSD 12.00

                  Sandwiches

                  Sandwich Additions ($3) - Avocado, Cheese, Mushrooms, Red Onion

                  • Black Angus Sirloin BurgerUSD 16.00

                    Grass fed beef served with organic lettuce, tomato and Thousand Island dressing

                    • Chicken Avocado WrapUSD 16.00

                      Roasted, pulled chicken, avocado, sliced tomato, romaine lettuce and chipotle aioli

                      • Norwegian Salmon SandwichUSD 18.00

                        Pan-roasted fresh Norwegian salmon, organic lettuce and tomato

                        • Tuna MeltUSD 19.00

                          Served with organic lettuce and tomato

                          Entrée Salads

                          Salad Additions: Anchovy $4, Chicken $7, Salmon $18

                          • Baby Spinach SaladUSD 16.00

                            Blend of fresh organic baby spinach, tossed with cranberries, carrots, goat cheese and house vinaigrette

                            • Beet SaladUSD 17.00

                              Roasted beets, spring mixed greens, pear, goat cheese and house vinaigrette

                              • Chicken CaesarUSD 17.00

                                Oven roasted, pulled chicken, romaine, fresh grated parmesan, croutons with chipotle Caesar dressing

                                • Quinoa, Chicken & AvocadoUSD 17.00

                                  Organic mixed greens, quinoa, carrots, tomato, avocado with house vinaigrette

                                  Entrées

                                  • Eggplant BistroUSD 17.00

                                    Roasted tomato, marinara sauce and Parmesan cheese

                                    • Roasted Bell PepperUSD 20.00

                                      Black Angus ground beef, mushrooms, basil, and tomato sauce with Basmati rice

                                      • Chicken PiccataUSD 19.00

                                        Sautéed chicken breast with lemon, white wine caper sauce, served with couscous and fresh sweet peas or rice

                                        • Grilled Norwegian SalmonUSD 19.00

                                          Fresh salmon grilled, with lemon caper sauce served with couscous and fresh sweet peas or rice

                                          • Chicken KabobUSD 20.00

                                            Grilled Mediterranean seasoned chicken, grilled tomato and Basmati rice

                                            • Shrimp KabobUSD 25.00

                                              Grilled Mediterranean seasoned shrimp, grilled tomato and Basmati rice

                                              • Filet KabobUSD 28.00

                                                Served with grilled tomato and Basmati rice

                                                • Shrimp Pasta PrimaveraUSD 25.00

                                                  Shrimp and pasta with olive oil, parmesan cheese, cream, butter and asparagus

                                                  • Pork ChopUSD 25.00

                                                    14oz pork chop served with peppercorn sauce and mashed potato or fries

                                                    Sides

                                                    • Bread and Butter

                                                      • per personUSD 2.00

                                                    • French FriesUSD 5.00

                                                      • Sweet Potato FriesUSD 8.00

                                                        • Sautéed Mushrooms or SpinachUSD 8.00

                                                          • Sautéed AsparagusUSD 9.00

                                                            Children's Menu

                                                            Add House French Fries $5

                                                            • Chicken StripsUSD 10.00

                                                              • Cheese Flatbread PizzaUSD 10.00

                                                                Last updated: 27 May 2023

                                                                What 337 people are saying

                                                                Overall ratings and reviews

                                                                Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                                4.8
                                                                4.8 based on recent ratings
                                                                • 4.7Food
                                                                • 4.8Service
                                                                • 4.8Ambience
                                                                • 4.5Value

                                                                Noise • Moderate

                                                                Loved For

                                                                • San Diego

                                                                  Best Ambience

                                                                • San Diego

                                                                  Neighbourhood gem

                                                                • San Diego

                                                                  Great for outdoor dining

                                                                • San Diego

                                                                  American

                                                                • North San Diego

                                                                  Best Ambience

                                                                • North San Diego

                                                                  Best Value

                                                                • North San Diego

                                                                  Neighbourhood gem

                                                                • North San Diego

                                                                  Great for fine wines

                                                                • North San Diego

                                                                  Great for outdoor dining

                                                                • North San Diego

                                                                  Romantic

                                                                • North San Diego

                                                                  American

                                                                Review summary

                                                                AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                Rancho Santa Fe Bistro is a charming spot with "consistently amazing food" and a delightful ambiance, both indoors and on the patio. Known for its exceptional specials, like the lamb and black cod, and impeccable service, the bistro offers a cozy, European feel. "Utterly charming" and a "hidden gem"!

                                                                337 Reviews

                                                                1. Jonathan

                                                                  San Diego

                                                                  1 review

                                                                  5.0

                                                                  1 review

                                                                  Dined on 13 December 2024

                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                  What a find in the middle of Rancho Santa Fe! All the decorative lights on, quaint wood framed windows, protected patio out front- we chose a corner table inside, cozy crates of wine and poinsettias piled around, soft conversations from the tables, the gentle maîtred, the comforting waitress. What an ambiance. The Norwegian salmon and New York steak were special. Extensive wine menu. We loved the experience !

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                                                                2. Coach

                                                                  VIP

                                                                  Washington DC

                                                                  3 reviews

                                                                  5.0

                                                                  3 reviews

                                                                  Dined on 1 December 2024

                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                  Bistro never disappoints! Wonderful ambience and even better Cusine.

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                                                                3. Sam

                                                                  San Diego

                                                                  9 reviews

                                                                  5.0

                                                                  9 reviews

                                                                  Dined on 23 November 2024

                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                  Review for Rancho Santa Fe Bistro Rancho Santa Fe Bistro never disappoints! The food is consistently amazing, and this visit was no exception. We usually sit on the patio, which we absolutely love, but this time we decided to sit inside for a change. It was just as charming and cozy, offering a wonderful ambiance. We brought friends along this time, and they were equally impressed. One of the highlights of this bistro is its specials—they’re not just good; they’re exceptional! In fact, we’ve found that the specials often outshine the regular menu, which is saying a lot. The lamb special was cooked to perfection, and the black cod was absolutely divine. To top it all off, the service was impeccable, as always. The staff is attentive, friendly, and genuinely invested in making your dining experience memorable. Rancho Santa Fe Bistro continues to be one of our go-to spots for a perfect meal. Highly recommend!

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                                                                4. Robert

                                                                  San Diego

                                                                  2 reviews

                                                                  5.0

                                                                  2 reviews

                                                                  Dined on 23 October 2024

                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                  What a wonderful bistro. Dishes were superb, dish plates “licked@ clean. A true gem

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                                                                5. Valerie

                                                                  VIP

                                                                  San Diego

                                                                  26 reviews

                                                                  5.0

                                                                  26 reviews

                                                                  Dined on 20 October 2024

                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                  We love this neighborhood gem. Food is always excellent and service friendly, owner is lovely.

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                                                                6. Dave

                                                                  San Diego

                                                                  323 reviews

                                                                  4.0

                                                                  323 reviews

                                                                  Dined on 19 October 2024

                                                                  1. Overall 4
                                                                  2. Food 4
                                                                  3. Service 4
                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                  Nice dinner with friends - waiter was very helpful - wine was very nice - rib eye special tasted great but was hoping for something a little more tender - fish was excellent

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                                                                7. Suzanne

                                                                  San Diego

                                                                  7 reviews

                                                                  5.0

                                                                  7 reviews

                                                                  Dined on 29 September 2024

                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                  Superb food, Ambience and excellent Service! A hidden gem in the heart of the village in Rancho Santa Fe. Family owned and operated, beautifully hosted!

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                                                                8. OpenTable Diner

                                                                  San Diego

                                                                  3 reviews

                                                                  5.0

                                                                  3 reviews

                                                                  Dined on 22 September 2024

                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                  2. Food 4
                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                  Service was great and the food was such a great value.

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                                                                9. Pam

                                                                  Central Coast

                                                                  10 reviews

                                                                  5.0

                                                                  10 reviews

                                                                  Dined on 7 September 2024

                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                  Charming restaurant with friendly service and excellent food ( i always order a fish dish).

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                                                                10. Dorcas

                                                                  VIP

                                                                  San Diego

                                                                  24 reviews

                                                                  5.0

                                                                  24 reviews

                                                                  Dined on 7 September 2024

                                                                  1. Overall 5
                                                                  2. Food 5
                                                                  3. Service 5
                                                                  4. Ambience 5
                                                                  Utterly charming. Lovely setting, service, and food. Indoor/outdoor feel. Casual but special. excellent waiter.

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                                                                FAQs

                                                                Rancho Santa Fe Bistro offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (858) 756-1221.

                                                                Rancho Santa Fe Bistro is rated 4.8 stars by 337 OpenTable diners.

                                                                Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

                                                                Make a booking

                                                                2 people
                                                                7:30 pm
                                                                Booked 12 times today

                                                                Order delivery or takeout

                                                                Google Map for Rancho Santa Fe Bistro

                                                                6024 Paseo Delicias, Ste C, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067-9512

                                                                Dining areas

                                                                Additional information

                                                                • Area
                                                                  Rancho Santa Fe
                                                                • Hours of Operation
                                                                  Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
                                                                • Price
                                                                  $30 and under
                                                                • Cuisines
                                                                  American, Comfort Food, Continental
                                                                • Dining style
                                                                  Casual Dining
                                                                • Dress code
                                                                  Casual Dress
                                                                • Parking details
                                                                  Plenty of parking spaces available on the streets and also a huge Parking lot is available behind the restaurant only at evening hours
                                                                • Payment Options
                                                                  AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                • Additional
                                                                  Banquet, Beer, Beer Garden, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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