Best Casual Restaurants in Sorrento Valley

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1. Cucina Enoteca - Del Mar

4.6

Exceptional(2730)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Del Mar

Booked 14 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. Milton's Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(393)

Price: Moderate

• American • Del Mar

Booked 13 times today

Your hosts, David Levy and Barry Robbins, welcome you to their version of a traditional deli! When we opened in 1995 our goal was to remind our customers what a deli experience is like. From crunchy kosher pickles to piled high pastrami and corned beef sandwiches, steaming bowls of matzo ball soup, traditional brisket dinners and a bakery boasting homemade recipes, we hope to please our customers from start to finish. We work hard to source the best meats, vegetables, and ingredients all while developing new items to keep up with current culinary trends!

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3. Pacific Coast Grill - Cardiff

4.7

Exceptional(9148)

Price: Very Expensive

• Seafood • Cardiff By The Sea

Booked 75 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.

4. Poseidon

4.8

Exceptional(5567)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Del Mar

Booked 39 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.

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5. South of Nick's - Del Mar

4.7

Exceptional(589)

Price: Expensive

• Mexican • Del Mar

Booked 49 times today

An essential stop in San Diego for Southern California Mexican Cuisine.South of Nick's Mexican Kitchen & Bar features Classic Mexican favorites, prime steaks and seafood with a So Cal twist. Fine Tequilas & Margaritas Our food and drink meets the highest standards of quality, freshness and seasonality and combines both modern-creative and traditional styles of cooking. Nick’s is dedicated to perfecting the dining experience through continuous innovation, offering the highest quality food and beverage, and executing impeccable standards of hospitality. The deeply instilled Nick’s culture is personified by its Ladies and Gentlemen – professionals who share a single focus and are inspired and committed to offering great service and creating positive memorable experiences.

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6. Brigantine Del Mar

4.6

Exceptional(2741)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Del Mar

Booked 20 times today

A San Diego tradition since 1969, the Brigantine has received many accolades in our 40+ year history. "BEST SEAFOOD", "BEST CASUAL SEAFOOD", "BEST HAPPY HOUR", and even "BEST SWORDFISH IN THE WORLD", according to USA Today.Well-known for our signature Clam Chowder, Grilled Swordfish, and Crème Brûlée, the Brigantine is a favorite among locals for consistently fresh seafood, succulent steaks and grilled meats. Perched between the spectacular Pacific Ocean and the hills of Rancho Santa Fe, the Del Mar Brigantine sits high above the action of the Del Mar racetrack.A lushly landscaped garden offers an unparalleled setting for weddings and outdoor-themed events. Indoors, a formal dining room looks out to the garden through floor-to-ceiling french doors. For more casual dining, the glass-enclosed deck is a year-round favorite.The Del Mar Brigantine serves dinner 7 nights a week, lunch Monday-Saturday, and brunch each Sunday.

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7. North Italia San Diego - One Paseo

4.5

Awesome(1529)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Del Mar

Booked 52 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.

8. Sbicca - Del Mar

4.5

Awesome(2510)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Del Mar

Booked 11 times today

We look forward to having you join us! San Diego's favorite "Neighborhood" restaurant. Located in beautiful, quaint Del Mar and winner of the "Gold Medallion Award" for Best Neighborhood Restaurant awarded by the San Diego Chapter of the California Restaurant Association. Dine up on the Ocean View deck and take in the blue pacific while enjoying our award winning cuisine or sit on our ocean view sidewalk cafe and sip on one of our Wine Spectator award winning wine list wines. SPECIALS: 1/2 price on Wine Bottles Tuesdays & ThursdaysHappy Hour Daily 3-5pm (excluding holidays) Please note we cannot guarantee seating requests, we will do our best to accommodate but it is not a guarantee for inside or outside

9. Shimbashi Izakaya

4.6

Exceptional(976)

Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Del Mar

Booked 12 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.

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10. Salt + Lime Del Mar

4.4

Awesome(176)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Del Mar

Booked 13 times today

Salt and Lime combines authenticity with innovation to create a sensory Mexican cuisine experience. A modern design offering outdoor seating with a bar providing a distinctive culinary experience. Diners are invited to explore diverse flavors of Mexican gastronomy, ranging from tacos to traditional seafood ceviches in a high energy setting with Ocean views in the heart of Del Mar.Expect the unexpected, because too much of a good thing is never enough! Come try our spicy Cilantro Jalapeño Margarita or cool down with our Piña Coco Limon cocktail.We are now offering Breakfast SATURDAY - SUNDAY FROM 9:30AM - 1:00PM.

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Laura
New Orleans / Louisiana •33 reviews
4.0
Dined 3 days ago
Whipped ricotta was not our fave, slightly bland. Brussel sprouts were very good, liked spicy sauce. Bucatini Amatriacini was not very good, have had so much better, a bit flavorless and oily. Soppresta and sausage pizza was very good. We were mixed on Tiramisu but I loved it.
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Cucina Enoteca - Del MarPrice: Moderate• Italian• Del Mar
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4.6
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Ann
San Diego •12 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
The food and the service here is above and beyond excellent. A bit pricey, as is everywhere else. Our only discomfort was the noise level - it was difficult to carry on a conversation. But this is one of our favorite go-to places and so will return - and highly recommend it!
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Pacific Coast Grill - CardiffPrice: Very Expensive• Seafood• Cardiff By The Sea
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4.7
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Judy
San Diego •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Food 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!
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South of Nick's - Del MarPrice: Expensive• Mexican• Del Mar
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4.7
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Dawn
San Diego •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
We sat outside where it was an absolutely beautiful day able to watch the ocean waves roll in. Our waitress, Tiffany, was incredibly hospitable and offered suggestions from the menu. The house salad with lemon vinagrette was a lovely starter. The Shrimp and Crab Linguini was beautiful in its presentation and absolutely delicious!! Both went well with the Sauvignon Blanc that was ordered. I can't wait to return here!
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PoseidonPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Del Mar
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4.8
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Mary
Phoenix / Arizona •10 reviews
4.0
Dined on Nov 19, 2024
The food was very good. Portions were large. The service was outstanding.
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Milton's RestaurantPrice: Moderate• American• Del Mar
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4.7

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76 restaurants available nearby

1. Cucina Enoteca - Del Mar

2. Milton's Restaurant

3. Pacific Coast Grill - Cardiff

4. Poseidon

5. South of Nick's - Del Mar

6. Brigantine Del Mar

7. North Italia San Diego - One Paseo

8. Sbicca - Del Mar

9. Shimbashi Izakaya

10. Salt + Lime Del Mar

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