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4.5
Awesome(192)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Encinitas
Booked 16 times today
Nestled in the hills of Leucadia, Fox Point Farms is home to Haven Farm + Table, a new Californian restaurant helmed by Chef de Cuisine Kelston Moore and General Manager and Wine Director Ricardo Zarate Jr. Haven features the bountiful produce of the three-acre regenerative farm located just steps away from the kitchen. Delight in innovative dishes such as the Jerk Pork Belly Mole while dining on the terrace overlooking our lush fields, or sip a cocktail designed by Phillip Laethem in the stately yet cozy dining room.
A photo of Texas de Brazil - Carlsbad restaurant
4.5
Awesome(1654)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Carlsbad
Booked 29 times today
Texas de Brazil, is a Brazilian steakhouse, or churrascaria, that features endless servings of flame-grilled beef, lamb, pork, chicken, and Brazilian sausage as well as an extravagant salad area with a wide array of seasonal chef-crafted items.
A photo of Brigantine Del Mar restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(2783)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Del Mar
Booked 37 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.
A photo of Rustic Root - Solana Beach restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(25)
Price: Moderate
• American • Del Mar
Booked 36 times today
Modern rooftop destination featuring local, seasonal cuisine & craft cocktails in stylish surrounds.

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  • David
    San Diego •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    One of the last restaurants that still understand old school attentive service and style!! Food was perfectly prepared and presented on the plate; vegetables on the side were cooked to stay colorful, cooked just enough to be tasty yet still crunchy. Oh, the outstanding views were a bonus too. Valet service also great.
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    Brigantine Del MarPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Del Mar
    4.6
  • Christina
    San Diego •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Amazing! Don’t really want to share how great it is, because I want to keep it all to myself, but such a great experience - friendly, attentive, and delicious.
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    HavenPrice: Expensive• Californian• Encinitas
    4.5
  • Mick
    San Diego •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    We had an excellent dining experience. The food and the service was outstanding. Both our waiter ("Lukas C" I believe) and the Manager went out of their way to make sure that we were served the cuts of meat that we requested, and that we had everything else that we needed. Highly recommended!
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    Texas de Brazil - CarlsbadPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Carlsbad
    4.5
  • Susie
    Mobile •14 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Such a great dinner w d venue! Loved it all! Arugula and Steak! Mashed Potatoes, Cosmo . So fresh and super fun environment
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    Rustic Root - Solana BeachPrice: Moderate• American• Del Mar
    4.6
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