UNION Kitchen & Tap

Name: UNION Kitchen & Tap
Address: 1108 S. Coast Highway 101, Encinitas, CA, United States, 92024
Telephone: (760) 230-2337
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.7

4.7

1056 Reviews

$30 and under

American

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2 people

23 Dec 2024

7:00 pm

Neighbourhood gem
Lively
Good for business meals

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Situated at the southern end of Downtown Encinitas on the historic 101 highway, UNION Kitchen & Tap offers New American Cuisine in an inviting, warm, and comfortable restaurant setting. Executive Chef, Jared Saunders, created a frequently changing menu that relies heavily on local and organic ingredients. The menu features a variety of options to choose from including seasonal salads, hearty sandwiches, prime steak and chops, and a number of signature dishes for meat eaters and vegetarians alike. UNION Kitchen & Tap also offers a full complement of local craft beers, boutique wines, and signature cocktails.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu 11:00–23:00 Fri 11:00–01:00 Sat 09:00–01:00 Sun 09:00–22:00
Phone number
(760) 230-2337
Website
https://localunion101.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Anthony Calamari
Private party facilities
With its unique, upscale yet comfortable atmosphere, whimsical cocktails, classically-flavored food, local craft beers and boutique wine selections, Union Kitchen & Tap has been spell-binding tourists and locals alike since 2011.
Private party contact
Event Sales Team : (760) 230-2337

Location
1108 S. Coast Highway 101, Encinitas, CA 92024
Area
Encinitas
Cross Street
J Street and Coast Hwy 101
Parking details
Public transit
Encinitas Transit Station
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dancing, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Green OmeletteUSD 14.95
Broccolini, spinach, scallions, asparagus, avocado, goat cheese, basil pesto, cilantro, breakfast potatoes
Avocado ToastUSD 14.95
Grilled country levain, smashed avocado, pickled onions, radish, poached eggs, dill, cilantro, sumac, garlic chips, "everything spice"
Chicken & WaffleUSD 16.95
Bacon, cheddar & scallion cornbread waffle, buttermilk fried chicken, sunny farm egg, Sriracha-maple glaze
The LocalUSD 12.95
Two farm eggs any style, breakfast potatoes, toasted country levain, cherrywood smoked bacon or grilled andouille sausage
Skillet Cornbread BenedictUSD 14.95
Grilled andouille, poached eggs, roasted okra, mustard-bacon hollandaise
Steak & EggsUSD 22.95
7oz marinated prime sirloin, two eggs any style, mustard-bacon hollandaise, herb salad, breakfast potatoes
Short Rib Breakfast BurritoUSD 16.95
Beer braised short rib, scrambled eggs, cotija cheese, avocado, french fries, chipotle cream, served with breakfast potatoes
ChilaquilesUSD 15.95
House chips, tomatillo salsa, cotija cheese, two over easy eggs, pickled onion, chipotle cream, micro cilantro

Salads

Organic Local GreensUSD 14.95
Crispy egg, Laura Chenel goat cheese, spiced pecan, cucumber, heirloom cherry tomato, sherry shallot vinaigrette
Kale and QuinoaUSD 13.95
Romaine, rum raisins, almonds, parmesan, lemon basil vinaigrette
Baby Gem CaesarUSD 13.95
Baby gems, country bread croutons, aged parmigiana, anchovy vinaigrette

Add to Your Salad

Grilled Chicken BreastUSD 7.95
Blackened Wild Argentine ShrimpUSD 10.95
Blackened SalmonUSD 12.95
Blackened Ahi TunaUSD 12.95
Marinated Prime Sirloin
- 7ozUSD 16.95

Flatbreads

BreakfastUSD 15.95
Bechamel, mozzarella, andouille, cherrywood smoked bacon, roasted tomato, sunny farm eggs, chives, maple syrup
ProsciuttoUSD 17.95
Sunny farm egg, burrata, arugula, shaved parmesan, EVOO
BBQ ChickenUSD 16.95
Ancho peach BBQ sauce, red onion, bacon, smoked chicken, mozzarella, cilantro
Bacon TomatoUSD 15.95
Mozzarella, oven roasted tomatoes, cherrywood smoked bacon, EVOO, sea salt, basil
MushroomUSD 16.95
Bechamel, fried sage, garlic chips, mozzarella, arugula, truffle salt, EVOO

Share Plates

Union WingsUSD 17.95
Served with house ranch & celery. Buffalo | Ancho peach BBQ | Sriracha maple glaze
Bacon Mac & CheeseUSD 12.95
Fresh rigatoni, NY cheddar, cherrywood bacon
Roasted Brussels SproutsUSD 12.95
Sriracha maple glaze, cherrywood bacon
Skillet CornbreadUSD 9.95
Jalapeño, aged white cheddar, burnt honey & maple butter, chives

Favorites

Burgers with choice of house seasoned frites or house salad. Sub sweet potato fries $2 | sub gluten free bun $2. Add avocado, bacon or fried egg $3 ea

Union BurgerUSD 16.95
Aged white cheddar, cherrywood bacon, iceberg lettuce, garlic aioli, house pickles, brioche bun
Vegan BurgerUSD 18.95
Black bean & quinoa Impossible patty, arugula, roasted mushrooms, roasted garlic hummus, avocado, pretzel bun
B.L.T.A.USD 15.95
Cherrywood smoked bacon, avocado, roma tomatoes, iceberg, garlic aioli on sourdough
Shrimp & GritsUSD 23.95
Andouille, roasted tomato, aged white cheddar Anson Mills grits, chives
Union GumboUSD 19.95
Andouille, smoked chicken, okra, jasmine rice, scallions
Union Power BowlUSD 17.95
Rice, quinoa, spinach, raddish, pickled onions, garbanzo beans, avocado, broccolini, chili soy marinated tofu, coconut chipotle cream, micro cilantro

Sides

Basket of FriesUSD 7.95
Rosemary chili salt
Sweet Potato FriesUSD 8.95
Served with ancho peach bbq
Truffle FriesUSD 13.95
Black truffle aioli, truffle oil, truffle salt, parsley, shaved parmesan

Drinks

Brunch Beverages

MimosasUSD 7.00
Orange, grapefruit, cranberry, or pineapple
Bacon Bloody MaryUSD 15.00
Cherrywood bacon, lemon, olive, pickled okra
Breakfast ShotUSD 12.00
Jameson and buttershots served with sidecar of OJ and Bacon
Chandon SplitUSD 13.00
Choice of orange, grapefruit, cranberry or pineapple juice
Union Cold BrewUSD 6.00
Served over ice
French PressUSD 8.00
Café Moto organic regular or decaf, serves two

Craft Cocktails

$15

Wipeout
Fresh Watermelon Juice, Lime, Agave, Mint. Spirit of your choice! Titos, Bacardi, Bombay, or Patrоn
California Soul
Tito's, guava, house made lavender and coconut syrup, lemon
Strawberry Fields Forever
Ketel One Vodka, strawberries, lemon, agave
Gangsta's Paradise
Belvedere Pear & Ginger Vodka, St. Germain, serrano, lemon. Served Up
Kokomo
Bacardi Rum, coconut puree, passion fruit, cinnamon
Bramble On
Hendricks Gin, Yuzuri Liqueur, lemon, agave, topped with jamberry foam
Freebird
Don Julio Blanco Tequila, basil grapefruit, cardamom bitters, lime, agave
Bad Moon Rising
Serrano & cucumber infused tequila, lime, celery bitters, Tajin
Purple Haze
Ilegal mezcal, ginger liqueur, prickly pear, lime, sage
Up In Smoke
Del Maguey Mezcal, Herradura Reposado, Aztec cocoa bitters, orange
2 Kool 2 Be 4-Gotten
Blackberry Infused Bulleit Bourbon, cider, lemon, cinnamon
Some Like It Hot
Jack Daniels Single Barrel, Montenegro Amaro, honey, cinnamon, lemon. Served Hot
Smoke on the Water
Laphroaig Scotch, yellow chartreuse, Luxardo Liqueur, lime. Served Up
Cool Beans
Ketel One Vodka, Mr. Black Liqueur, Baileys, vanilla liqueur, cold brew. Served Up
Union Sangria
Red & white wine, St. Germain Liqueur, lemon, agave, fresh berries

Bottles & Cans

BudweiserUSD 5.00
CoronaUSD 6.00
Tecate AltaUSD 6.00
Heineken ZeroUSD 6.00
Modelo Especial
- 24ozUSD 9.00
Truly Wild BerryUSD 6.00
Bivouac Blackberry CiderUSD 8.00
Ace Pineapple CiderUSD 7.00
Athletic Brewing Free Wave Non-Alcoholic Hazy IPAUSD 7.00

Draft Beer

Pacifico LagerUSD 6.00
Dos Equis LagerUSD 6.00
Stella ArtoisUSD 7.00
Coors LightUSD 6.00
Hazy Wonder, LagunitasUSD 8.00
Sculpin IPA Ballast PointUSD 9.00
805 Blonde, FirestoneUSD 8.00
Elysian, Space DustUSD 8.00
Rotating Handle, BurgeonUSD 9.00
Swamis IPA Pizza Port BrewingUSD 8.00
0.394 Pale Ale, AlesmithUSD 8.00
Bog Trotter Red, ArtifexUSD 8.00
The Pupil IPA Societe BrewingUSD 9.00
Hefe Weissbier, WeihenstephanerUSD 8.00
Rotating Flavors, June ShineUSD 11.00
Rotating Flavors, Local RootsUSD 11.00
Rotating Flavors, Ashland SeltzersUSD 7.00
Rotating Nitro DraftUSD 8.00

White, Rosé, & Sparkling Wine

Chandon | Brut | Napa Valley
- 187mlUSD 13.00
- 750mlUSD 40.00
Le Grand Courtage | Brut Grande Cuvée Rose | France
- 187mlUSD 13.00
Gancia | Prosecco | Canelli | Italy
- 187mlUSD 13.00
Ruffino | Prosecco Rose | Italy
- GlassUSD 13.00
- BottleUSD 50.00
Beach by Whispering Angel | Rose | Italy
- GlassUSD 13.00
- BottleUSD 48.00
Kim Crawford | Sauvignon Blanc | New Zealand
- GlassUSD 12.00
- BottleUSD 46.00
Chalk Hill | Sauvignon Blanc | Sonoma, CA
- GlassUSD 15.00
- BottleUSD 58.00
Villa Sandi | Pinot Grigio | Italy
- GlassUSD 11.00
- BottleUSD 42.00
A to Z | Riesling | Oregon
- GlassUSD 12.00
- BottleUSD 44.00
Trimbach | Pinot Blanc | France
- GlassUSD 13.00
- BottleUSD 48.00
Daou | Chardonnay | Paso Robles, CA
- GlassUSD 12.00
- BottleUSD 46.00
Sonoma Cutrer | Chardonnay | Sonoma Coast
- GlassUSD 15.00
- BottleUSD 52.00

Red Wine

Meiomi | Pinot Noir | Coastal California
- GlassUSD 12.00
- BottleUSD 44.00
Intercept | Pinot Noir | Monterey, CA
- GlassUSD 15.00
- BottleUSD 58.00
La Posta Pizzella | Malbec | Argentina
- GlassUSD 12.00
- BottleUSD 44.00
Decoy | Merlot | Napa Valley, CA
- GlassUSD 15.00
- BottleUSD 68.00
Educated Guess | Red Blend | Napa Valley
- GlassUSD 13.00
- BottleUSD 48.00
Robert Hall | Cabernet Sauvignon | Paso Robles, CA
- GlassUSD 13.00
- BottleUSD 44.00
Daou | Cabernet Sauvignon | Paso Robles, CA
- GlassUSD 15.00
- BottleUSD 58.00
Unshackled | Cabernet Sauvignon | California
- GlassUSD 15.00
- BottleUSD 56.00
Seghesio | Zinfandel | Sonoma, CA
- GlassUSD 15.00
- BottleUSD 58.00

From the Cellar

Perrier Jouet Grand Brut | Champagne | Epernay, France
- BottleUSD 80.00
Veuve Cliquot Yellow Label | Champagne | Reims, France
- BottleUSD 105.00
Veuve Cliquot Rosé | Champagne | Reims, France
- BottleUSD 115.00
Ruinart | Champagne | Reims, France
- BottleUSD 200.00
Dom Perignon | Champagne | Epernay, France
- BottleUSD 295.00
Cloudy Bay | Pinot Noir | Marlborough, New Zealand
- BottleUSD 85.00
Cakebread Cellars | Chardonnay | Napa Valley, CA
- BottleUSD 89.00
Domaine Carneros | Pinot Noir | Carneros, CA
- BottleUSD 85.00
Harvey and Harriet | Red Blend | Paso Robles, CA
- BottleUSD 85.00
The Prisoner | Red Blend | Napa Valley, CA
- BottleUSD 85.00
Justin Isosceles | Red Blend | Paso Robles, CA
- BottleUSD 140.00

What 1,056 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.8Service
4.5Ambience
4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

North San Diego
Great for brunch
North San Diego
Child-friendly
North San Diego
Hot spot
North San Diego
Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

UNION Kitchen & Tap offers a vibrant dining experience with "amazing staff" and "great atmosphere." Known for their standout shrimp and grits and delicious Creole shrimp appetizer, this restaurant is a classic North County gastro pub. Enjoy excellent food, live music, and a fantastic beer selection. Highly recommended for family celebrations.

1,056 Reviews

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lisa
VIP
San Diego
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on 27 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Union Tap has the best burger in North County! Their kitchen is consistent and serves excellent food across the board. Staff is friendly and efficient--it's our go to "Saturday night". Love them and thankful to have them.
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Neil
VIP
San Diego
79 reviews
5.0
79 reviews
Dined on 26 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great place to watch sports for sure. Cocktails and beer selection is fantastic! We had crab cakes for an appetizer, outstanding. The shrimp and grits is very authentic New Orleans style. Great burger too. We are adding this to our rotation.
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Randy
Orlando
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on 19 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a quality place with quality service had lunch with a bunch of lifelong friends and highly recommend!
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Sari
Sacramento
8 reviews
4.0
8 reviews
Dined on 18 October 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Reliable food, great place to watch sports. Love their cocktails and cornbread.
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Darrin
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 13 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great beer list and the food is always fantastic! Burger with a fried egg and bacon!!
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Dave
San Diego
323 reviews
4.0
323 reviews
Dined on 5 October 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Nice dinner with friends - watermelon salad and flatbread were very good - waitperson was nice - prices sure have gone up
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Carla
Central Coast
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 22 September 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
We had a great experience at Union kitchen and tap. The food was a really really good! We got the Creole shrimp appetizer and although it was small, it was delicious. We split the house salad, which was really good. Had this amazing deep fried egg on it. And we absolutely love the skillet cornbread. Will definitely come back!
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Heidi
VIP
New York City
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 14 September 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Union is always our favorite for family celebrations. The food is great-wide selection, delicious cocktails, friendly service.
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John
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 14 September 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and customer service for all !!!!!!!!!!
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Steve
VIP
San Diego
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on 7 September 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food Great atmosphere Lots of televisions Great service Fun and upbeat place to go
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FAQs

UNION Kitchen & Tap offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (760) 230-2337.

UNION Kitchen & Tap is rated 4.7 stars by 1056 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people

23 Dec 2024

7:00 pm

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1108 S. Coast Highway 101, Encinitas, CA 92024

Additional information

Cross Street
J Street and Coast Hwy 101
Area
Encinitas
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu 11:00–23:00 Fri 11:00–01:00 Sat 09:00–01:00 Sun 09:00–22:00
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Public transit
Encinitas Transit Station
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Anthony Calamari
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dancing, Delivery, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://localunion101.com/
Phone number
(760) 230-2337
Private party facilities
With its unique, upscale yet comfortable atmosphere, whimsical cocktails, classically-flavored food, local craft beers and boutique wine selections, Union Kitchen & Tap has been spell-binding tourists and locals alike since 2011.
Private party contact
Event Sales Team : (760) 230-2337

UNION Kitchen & Tap

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Private dining

Additional information

Breakfast

Green OmeletteUSD 14.95

Avocado ToastUSD 14.95

Chicken & WaffleUSD 16.95

The LocalUSD 12.95

Skillet Cornbread BenedictUSD 14.95

Steak & EggsUSD 22.95

Short Rib Breakfast BurritoUSD 16.95

ChilaquilesUSD 15.95

Salads

Organic Local GreensUSD 14.95

Kale and QuinoaUSD 13.95

Baby Gem CaesarUSD 13.95

Add to Your Salad

Grilled Chicken BreastUSD 7.95

Blackened Wild Argentine ShrimpUSD 10.95

Blackened SalmonUSD 12.95

Blackened Ahi TunaUSD 12.95

Marinated Prime Sirloin

Flatbreads

BreakfastUSD 15.95

ProsciuttoUSD 17.95

BBQ ChickenUSD 16.95

Bacon TomatoUSD 15.95

MushroomUSD 16.95

Share Plates

Union WingsUSD 17.95

Bacon Mac & CheeseUSD 12.95

Roasted Brussels SproutsUSD 12.95

Skillet CornbreadUSD 9.95

Favorites

Union BurgerUSD 16.95

Vegan BurgerUSD 18.95

B.L.T.A.USD 15.95

Shrimp & GritsUSD 23.95

Union GumboUSD 19.95

Union Power BowlUSD 17.95

Sides

Basket of FriesUSD 7.95

Sweet Potato FriesUSD 8.95

Truffle FriesUSD 13.95

Drinks

Brunch Beverages

MimosasUSD 7.00

Bacon Bloody MaryUSD 15.00

Breakfast ShotUSD 12.00

Chandon SplitUSD 13.00

Union Cold BrewUSD 6.00

French PressUSD 8.00

Craft Cocktails

Wipeout

California Soul

Strawberry Fields Forever

Gangsta's Paradise

Kokomo

Bramble On

Freebird

Bad Moon Rising

Purple Haze

Up In Smoke

2 Kool 2 Be 4-Gotten

Some Like It Hot

Smoke on the Water

Cool Beans

Union Sangria

Bottles & Cans

BudweiserUSD 5.00

CoronaUSD 6.00

Tecate AltaUSD 6.00

Heineken ZeroUSD 6.00

Modelo Especial

Truly Wild BerryUSD 6.00

Bivouac Blackberry CiderUSD 8.00

Ace Pineapple CiderUSD 7.00

Athletic Brewing Free Wave Non-Alcoholic Hazy IPAUSD 7.00