Best Comfort Food Restaurants in Sorrento Mesa

22 restaurants available nearby

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1. California English

4.4

Price: Expensive

• American • Sorrento Mesa

Booked 10 times today

Located in the Sorrento Valley, California English is the newest culinary creation from celebrity chef, Richard Blais. Blais is creating an all-day menu for California English that’ll interpret classic British dishes through the lens of Southern California ingredients.The idea is a fusion of sorts: the laid-back California lifestyle that makes San Diego so unique, mixed with a cozy pub convivial atmosphere where you can meet friends (or mates) for a pint after work, set up a client lunch with fresh oysters on the menu or have a cozy family dinner over a Sunday roast. Everything on the menu is made from scratch with locally sourced ingredients that make for fresh and flavorful dishes. The effortless vibe of casual yet stylish makes for the perfect place to celebrate the joy of the unexpected coming together to make the perfect culinary match.

2. Grand Social at Fairmont Grand Del Mar

3.9

Excellent(86)

Price: Moderate

• American • Carmel Valley

Booked 5 times today

The fine unwinds into the fun across three distinct levels (25,000 square feet) at Fairmont Grand Del Mar’s outdoor lounge, Grand Social. Relax over a late afternoon apéritif and spirited games of bocce on our new courts situated on the second level. As evening unfolds, venture to our newly installed ground-level lawn to savor irresistible wood-fired dishes and skillfully crafted cocktails.Secure your two-hour reservation by selecting one of the Cabana Package options or a regular reservation for a fire pit table*. *Fire pit tables and cabanas have a rental fee. Walk-in’s welcome upon availability.LIVE LIMITLESS - Join the rewards program designed with you in mind. As a member of ALL – Accor Live Limitless, you’ll earn points on dining, experiences and hotel reservations at more than 5,000 hotels worldwide.

3. Piatti - La Jolla

4.7

Exceptional(5058)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • La Jolla

Booked 55 times today

Established in 1987, Piatti offers finely crafted fresh Italian cuisine. The soul of the menu is our housemade pasta that we roll, cut and cook by hand everyday. Offering a fresh take on the neighborhood Italian trattoria, Piatti combines a warm, inviting atmosphere, seamless service and an immersive market experience so you can enjoy Piatti at home. Whether dining in or taking home, Piatti brings friends and family together.

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4. Queenstown Bistro - UTC

4.7

Exceptional(187)

Price: Moderate

• New Zealand • University City/Golden Triangle

Booked 4 times today

We are the lil sis of Queenstown Public House located in the Little Italy district of San Diego. Slightly smaller, but with the same basic ingredients.A beautiful, comfortable, unique, fun setting. A friendly, smiling, courteous staff we hope you get to know. Guests enjoying the moment, sharing a laugh, whom we hope we get to know. Freshly made dishes; locally sourced, passionately created, many unique…and all delicious. A beer list changing daily, proudly from our award winning local craft SD brewers, and a wine list chosen with care from select vineyards and varietals. With a kiwi inspired lineage, and the spirit, love and good nature from the land of the Maori, we hope you will join us. And if we are so fortunate, then, we hope you will have a little too much of a good time, have a few too many laughs, stay a while, and return again soon to see us.

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5. Ballast Point Brewing Company

4.6

Exceptional(1190)

Price: Moderate

• Pub • La Jolla

Booked 2 times today

Get ready to spend the day with us! A must-see in San Diego, our restaurant is an impressive sight, featuring a sprawling indoor/outdoor dining area, a patio complete with a fire pit, patio games, and a merchandise area. We look forward to welcoming you! Starting January 1st we will be offering full service dining starting at 5pm Tuesday-Saturday, QR and counter service will be available all day! Our tasting room bar area offers open seating, so drop by and join us for our full menu available throughout the restaurant, and our kitchen closes 1 hour prior to our closing time.

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6. The Clubhouse Grill at Fairmont Grand Del Mar

4.3

Awesome(152)

Price: Expensive

• American • Carmel Valley

Booked 1 time today

Come for classic grill fare and gorgeous fairway views. Golfer or no, The Clubhouse Grill is your place for a pre-round pick-me-up or laid-back lunch. Enjoy appetizers including chips & guacamole, salads, sandwiches and lunch favorites including shrimp tacos. Stay and visit a while enjoying wine, beer and craft cocktails.LIVE LIMITLESS - Join the rewards program designed with you in mind. As a member of ALL – Accor Live Limitless, you’ll earn points on dining, experiences and hotel reservations at more than 5,000 hotels worldwide. Enroll here: https://bit.ly/3gvDtJG

7. Madison

4.5

Awesome(3027)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • University Heights

Booked 65 times today

With their stunning design, classic cocktails & highly acclaimed fare, Madison finds itself among San Diego's can't miss restaurants! Serving many of Michelin recognized Chef Mario Cassineri classic dishes, perfect for Date Night of celebrating with friends. ʜᴀᴘᴘʏ ʜᴏᴜʀ - ᴇᴠᴇʀʏᴅᴀʏ 4-6ᴘᴍᴛᴜᴇꜱᴅᴀʏ - ʟɪᴠᴇ ᴊᴀᴢᴢ 7-9ᴘᴍᴡᴇᴅɴᴇꜱᴅᴀʏ - ᴅɪɴɴᴇʀ ᴡɪᴛʜ ᴅᴏɢꜱᴛʜᴜʀꜱᴅᴀʏ - ᴅᴊ ꜱᴘɪɴɴɪɴɢ ᴏʟᴅ ꜱᴄʜᴏᴏʟ ᴠɪɴʏʟꜰʀɪᴅᴀʏ & ꜱᴀᴛᴜʀᴅᴀʏ ɴɪɢʜᴛ - ᴀʟᴡᴀʏꜱ ᴀ ᴘᴀʀᴛʏ ᴡᴇᴇᴋᴇɴᴅ ʙᴏᴏᴢʏ ʙʀᴜɴᴄʜ - ʟɪᴠᴇ ᴅᴊꜱꜱᴜɴᴅᴀʏ ɴɪɢʜᴛ - ʟᴀᴛɪɴ ᴊᴀᴢᴢ 6-8ᴘᴍ

8. The Pony Room

4.8

Exceptional(1495)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Rancho Santa Fe

Booked 49 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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9. Cucina Enoteca - Del Mar

4.5

Awesome(2740)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Del Mar

Booked 10 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).

10. Mille Fleurs

4.8

Exceptional(2298)

Price: Very Expensive

• French American • Rancho Santa Fe

Booked 5 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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Bony
San Diego •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
If you’re a foodie then you will appreciate this place for a date night for flavorful international food with California and British influence’s and caring service. From the beverages I enjoyed the mocktail and happy hour appetizer with the best crispy pork belly bao I’ve had. The entree from the house made pasta in cream sauce and the jerk chicken was done with fresh ingredients and just hit the flavor notes. For desserts we appreciated the date cake with the homemade gelato. There is an outdoor area for kids to play around and outdoor seating. We’ll stop by with our kids next time for their high tea and my husband will consider California English as a spot to bring in business clients. Plenty of parking just as you drive past it to your right side, and try not to accidentally park in the Chick-Fil-A area. Thank you again!
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California EnglishPrice: Expensive• American• Sorrento Mesa
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4.4
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Karl FlemingVIP
San Diego •18 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 24, 2024
Our favorite Italian restaurant for more than 40 years. We like the seafood linguine and veal piccata the best.
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Piatti - La JollaPrice: Moderate• Italian• La Jolla
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4.7
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Natalya
San Diego •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 24, 2024
Please provide public parking or include parking in your ticket price. We didn't try the food. A glass of wine was $28, there isn't any value in anything that was offered. We won't be back. Ambience was pleasant.
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Grand Social at Fairmont Grand Del MarPrice: Moderate• American• Carmel Valley
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3.9
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RebeccaVIP
San Diego •12 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 20, 2024
Always a great experience at Queenstown! Great burgers, friendly service and a lovely indoor/outdoor environment, all in the middle of beautiful UTC. We look forward to next time!
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Queenstown Bistro - UTCPrice: Moderate• New Zealand• University City/Golden Triangle
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4.7
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In-Sung
San Diego •1 review
5.0
Dined on Nov 26, 2024
Food was exceptional! Planning to come back with entire family.
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Ballast Point Brewing CompanyPrice: Moderate• Pub• La Jolla
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4.6

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22 restaurants available nearby

1. California English

2. Grand Social at Fairmont Grand Del Mar

3. Piatti - La Jolla

4. Queenstown Bistro - UTC

5. Ballast Point Brewing Company

6. The Clubhouse Grill at Fairmont Grand Del Mar

7. Madison

8. The Pony Room

9. Cucina Enoteca - Del Mar

10. Mille Fleurs

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