Best Restaurants that are Worth The Drive in Solana Beach

24 restaurants available nearby

1. Tavern

4.8

Exceptional(525)

Price: Moderate

• American • Solana Beach

Booked 5 times today

Newly remodeled, the much airier Tavern is all about art, music, and above all great food. Open for lunch and soon to include evening dining, the Tavern adds a distinctly Mexican/Pacific Coast set of flavors to the local fine dining scene.We are located in the heart of the Cedros Design District, within walking distance of the Amtrak station. The style is casual with indoor and outdoor dining ( plus bar seating). The patio, which can accommodate 18 guests, looks out onto the shop-lined Cedros Avenue and can be separated from the main dining area for private events.*Please note* Our restaurant welcomes walk-ins during our Lunch hours from 11:30 am- 3:30 pm. *Tavern restaurant will be closed for dinner (Lunch will remain open Monday and Tuesday when the belly up is dark)*Please check our website for the most up-to-date hours*

2. Jake's Del Mar

4.8

Exceptional(10390)

Price: Moderate

• American • Del Mar

Booked 46 times today

Aloha friends of Jake’s Del Mar! We are open for indoor and outdoor dining, takeout, and delivery. Visit jakesdelmar.com to view our menus or place a takeout order online!Jake’s is the quintessential California oceanfront dining experience. The eclectic menu compliments the casual, yet elegant restaurant atmosphere right on the Del Mar shore. With chef-driven California coastal fare, craft cocktails, and unforgettable ocean views, it’s the best of the west coast. Whether for a date night or a celebration with friends and family, Jake’s serves up something special every time.

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3. Pacific Coast Grill - Cardiff

4.8

Exceptional(9149)

Price: Very Expensive

• Seafood • Cardiff By The Sea

Booked 23 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.

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4. South of Nick's - Del Mar

4.7

Exceptional(591)

Price: Expensive

• Mexican • Del Mar

Booked 12 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.

5. The Pony Room

4.8

Exceptional(1475)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Rancho Santa Fe

Booked 25 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.

6. Mille Fleurs

4.8

Exceptional(2276)

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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7. Cocina de Barrio Encinitas

4.6

Exceptional(115)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Encinitas

Booked 1 time today

*Brunch hours are on a walk-in basis only.Cocina de Barrio by Chef Jose J. FloresWelcome to Cocina de Barrio, the newest modern-urban Mexican restaurant located in Encinitas, CA! We are proud to feature the culinary richness of Oaxaca as well as other Mexican regions. Stop by and enjoy our bar stocked with plenty of tequila and mezcal selections, beer, and wines sourced from Valle Guadalupe.Don't forget to join us during our weekend brunch (where we add a Mexican kick) and our happy hour every Monday-Friday from 3-5pm! Stay Chido!

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8. Milton's Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(393)

Price: Moderate

• American • Del Mar

Booked 17 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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9. Ruth's Chris Steak House - Del Mar

4.7

Exceptional(3570)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Del Mar

Booked 29 times today

Now Open: We look forward to serving you soon.Ruth's Chris Steak House in San Diego (Del Mar), CA serves the finest USDA Prime beef available, broiled at 1,800° and served on 500° plates, so your steak stays hot, juicy and delicious from first bite to last. Enjoy our New Orleans-inspired appetizers, USDA Prime steaks, fresh seafood, signature side dishes and homemade desserts. All this while you enjoy our warm, inviting atmosphere and Ruth’s Chris’ genuine hospitality. So whether you’re a regular or have just been wondering what all the buzz is about, Ruth's Chris is the perfect excuse to enjoy the perfect night out. Dinner is served nightly, reservations are suggested and private dining and offsite catering may be arranged.

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10. Nick & G's Restaurant

4.6

Exceptional(931)

Price: Expensive

• American • Rancho Santa Fe

Booked 4 times today

At Nick & G's the good times keep rolling! We bring the taste of Italy to Rancho Santa Fe, serving our community with best-in-class dining, catering, and events. Our restaurant's design showcases a tasteful blend of new and old-world luxury, to reflect the delicate balance of flavors contained in our modern Italian-American cuisine.

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Billvip
San Diego •18 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
It’s always on point, great food, drinks and the staff are amazing.
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Great Maple San DiegoPrice: Moderate• American• Hillcrest
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4.8
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Deborah
Vancouver / British Columbia •9 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
We had a fantastic meal while visiting from Canada. We had a wonderful outside booth and incredible service. Our table had a sweet card on it wishing us a happy anniversary when we arrived. We started with cocktails (pina colada and mai tai) and shared the gotten sticky ribs and coconut shrimp. We shared the Filet mignon. All of the food was really nicely done. The steak was like butter. We enjoyed a glass of wine with our steak and then, even though we were very full, we shared the key lime pie and were glad we did! I highly recommend this restaurant and its wonderful staff and suggest finishing the night with a photo with Duke, the bronze statue out front.
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Duke's La JollaPrice: Moderate• Hawaii Regional Cuisine• La Jolla
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4.6
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Geoff
San Diego •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Do they need another 5 star review? Or another 5 star review from me? It's fabulous as usual. We are fortunate to have this in Carlsbad. Consistent quality, impeccable service. Keep it up!
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Jeune et JoliePrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary French• Carlsbad
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4.9
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Ashley
San Diego •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
F*ckin amazing nothing compared in San Diego. Get the oxtail Mac and cheese. You can say you been to heaven after eating that masterpiece. A+
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Louisiana Purchase SDPrice: Expensive• Creole / Cajun / Southern• North Park
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4.5
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Avip
San Diego •6 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 13, 2024
Excellent salsa and tableside guac. Mole to die for. Great Oaxacan fare.
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Cocina de Barrio EncinitasPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Encinitas
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4.6

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24 restaurants available nearby

1. Tavern

2. Jake's Del Mar

3. Pacific Coast Grill - Cardiff

4. South of Nick's - Del Mar

5. The Pony Room

6. Mille Fleurs

7. Cocina de Barrio Encinitas

8. Milton's Restaurant

9. Ruth's Chris Steak House - Del Mar

10. Nick & G's Restaurant

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