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1. Rancho Santa Fe Bistro
4.7
Exceptional(333)
Price: Moderate
• American • Rancho Santa Fe
Booked 10 times today
Welcome to The Rancho Santa Fe Bistro located in the heart of the beautiful downtown Rancho Santa Fe, CA. Our unique bistro offers an amazing menu and a superior wine selection for any lunch or dinner occasion.Owner / Chef Mozy Jahanguiri, who has run restaurants in Chicago, Minneapolis, and Dallas, has opened The Rancho Santa Fe Bistro in the space formerly occupied by The Pantry on Paseo Delicias. Mozy has prepared a menu that offers a wide variety of healthy and stylish fresh grill and more offering a balanced approach to food and wine along with bistro favorites including Oysters Rockefeller, traditional escargots, baked brie with grapes and honey and more for starters. Entrees to satisfy any taste of carefully sourced meats, seafood and much more. Be sure to check out Bistro's beautiful wood wine cellar, housing an extensive collection that spans an impressive 100 years (1897-1997) at a variety of price points.
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2. Rosina's Italian Restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(1197)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Poway / Rancho Bernardo
Booked 39 times today
Rosina's Italian Restaurant is lauded for its authentic Italian cuisine, with many reviewers praising its 'homemade' flavors reminiscent of Italy. It's also described as a 'family-friendly' place that serves dishes prepared with care and attention, using fresh, locally sourced ingredients. The restaurant's owners are said to take pride in their business, adding to the warm, inviting atmosphere.
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3. Davanti Del Mar
4.5
Awesome(440)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Del Mar
Booked 15 times today
Welcome to Davanti Enoteca in Del Mar. We offer a delicious twist on rustic Italian cuisine paired with an extensive wine list and creative cocktails. Our chef driven menu is geared towards family style shareable plates, homemade pastas, pizzas and a fantastic assortment of meats and cheeses. Enjoy the lively wine bar ambiance and decor. By the way, you can't miss our Focacia di Recco! Ci vediamo presto!
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4. Vittorio's Italian Restaurant- San Diego
4.8
Exceptional(640)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Carmel Valley
Booked 8 times today
Italian trattoria and wine bar.Favorite neighborhood Italian restaurant
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5. Buona Forchetta Encinitas
4.7
Exceptional(578)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Encinitas
Booked 39 times today
Buona Forchetta Encinitas is a hit among customers for its authentic Italian cuisine. One reviewer raved, 'If you are looking for an authentic taste of Italy, look no further.' Others echoed this sentiment, describing the food as 'authentic and delicious' and praising the restaurant for its 'authentic Italian cuisine.' The restaurant's owner, Matteo Cattaneo, has brought his warehouse-style Italian eatery to life in Encinitas, providing a family-friendly, approachable space with award-winning pizzas and upscale entrees.
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6. Shimbashi Izakaya
4.5
Awesome(975)
Price: Expensive
• Japanese • Del Mar
Booked 16 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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7. Cocina de Barrio Encinitas
4.6
Exceptional(115)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Encinitas
Booked 28 times 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. Salt + Lime Del Mar
4.4
Awesome(175)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Del Mar
Booked 29 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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9. Coya Peruvian Secret
4.3
Awesome(649)
Price: Moderate
• Peruvian • Del Mar
Booked 8 times today
Located next to Del Mar beach on 11th street, Coya Peruvian Secret Restaurant offers award winning gourmet Peruvian- Cali fusion Peruvian cuisine in charming cottage house under a tree. All seats are outside tucked in greenery so its in all casual seating. Voted best Seafood by locals and best Latin American in SD we are primally seafood place but we also proudly serve great meat choices, like our surf and turf with Rib Eye, traditional Lomo with Filet mignon, lamb stew with New Zealand lamb, excellent short rib with sweet potatoes and Peruvian half roasted chicken. If you seeking cozy color full vibe full of magic for a date or family reunion we are perfect choice. You will astonish your party with unforgettable flavors. Take them of a gourmet trip to Peru and back tonight.
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10. Glass Box Asian Coastal Inspired Kitchen + Bar
4.7
Exceptional(237)
Price: Moderate
• Sushi • Carmel Valley
Booked 20 times today
A transparent authentic cultural experience of Asian infused cuisine, continuously redefining “fresh”.
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