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Chart House Restaurant - Cardiff, Encinitas, CA

Chart House Restaurant - Cardiff

4.4
4.4
7133 Reviews
$30 and under
Seafood

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 34 times today
  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for special occasions
  • Romantic
Chart House is a fine dining restaurant serving seafood & steak and famous for their spectacular views. For more than 50 years, Chart House has redefined the ideal dining experience. With 27 waterfront and showcase locations ranging from the historic to the unforgettable, Chart House restaurants specialize in dazzling views, unique cuisine and exceptional service. From fresh fish specialties to slow-roasted prime rib, the renowned chefs of Chart House have tailored a menu that adds a unique touch to local flavors. And the Chart House happy hour is a guest favorite, where guest favor our signature cocktails and delicious bites you are sure to enjoy. Our original Hot Chocolate Lava Cake is the perfect end to a memorable dining experience at Chart House. Chart House offers the ideal setting for your next event. We would be happy to assist you with all the details of your special occasion.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Steak, American
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Sat 11:30 am–9:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (760) 436-4044
  • Website
    http://www.chart-house.com/locations/cardiff/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Gerado Nava
  • Catering
    Please call for details.
  • Private party facilities
    Spectacular ocean views available for corporate meetings, breakfast, lunch & dinners. Beautiful receptions, rehearsal dinners & wedding ceremonies as well a tour groups, bar mitzvahs & any special event. The Chart House - Cardiff offers a semi-private lofted area seating up to 40 guests as well.
  • Private party contact
    Marisa McQuillan: (760) 436-4044
  • Location
    2588 South Coast Highway 101, Encinitas, CA 92007
  • Neighborhood
    Solana Beach
  • Cross street
    Birmingham/ Lomas Santa Fe
  • Parking details
    Complimentary valet. Limited street parking available.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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What 7,133 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • North San Diego

    Great for scenic views

  • North San Diego

    Seafood

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Chart House Restaurant in Cardiff offers stunning ocean views and a delightful ambiance. Patrons rave about the "excellent service" and "outstanding food," making it a great spot for celebrations. While some diners note slower service during peak times, the breathtaking setting and "gorgeous ocean views" consistently impress visitors.

7,133 Reviews

  1. Todd

    San Diego

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We expected a Thanksgiving 3pm dinner to be loud, busy and crowede and were not surprised that it was as expected. What trumped all that, however, was great service and good food, as we've come to expect at Chart House. Thanks to Brannon and the chefs, we had a memorable Thanksgiving dinner.

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  2. Sheila

    San Diego

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We decided to eat in the bar area when we realized Brandon was going to be our server as he is also a bartender extraordinaire! I’m a local who loves to come to the Chart House whenever I can. Brandon was very attentive but never pressured us to hurry up and order. We were allowed to enjoy our cocktails and savor the amazing view. When the food did arrive, it was all cooked to perfection. I was a bit reticent to order the turkey dinner. But it was even better than many of the home cooked meals I’ve had over the years!! I thought the prices were very reasonable for the amount and quality we enjoyed. I even came home with leftovers! Thank you, Brandon and Chart House for hiring such devoted, kind servers. I will be back! Sheila S.

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  3. David

    San Diego

    25 reviews

    3.0

    25 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    Waitress came to get drink order and asked about appetizer before we had a chance to look at what was available. She said she'd back in a couple of minutes. That turned into about 20-30 minutes--when she brought our drinks out. That seemed to play out the entire time--she's be gone for a while before returning. - Leaving before we could ask about dressing for the salad - Quickly walking off if we made one request without first checking if there were others - Bringing out boxes for leftovers several minutes before bringing dessert Also, not that it's a big deal, but I was disappointed that there was no seasonal/holiday cocktails available. There some good cocktails on the menu, but none really fit the holiday.

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  4. Kyle

    San Diego

    23 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Kayla our server was outstanding. She was friendly and attentive. Our Thanksgiving meal was wonderful. Thank you

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  5. Bob

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Ashland was a great server. Her smile would lift anyone’s spirits. What a wonderful experience. Great Thanksgiving dinner with no fuss or cleanup.

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  6. Mark

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I enjoyed having our Thanksgiving dinner at the Chart House. I was soooo stuffed. The food was great!

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  7. Char

    San Diego

    37 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    37 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always enjoy going to this wonderful place! Love sitting at a window seat and enjoying the view!

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  8. Michel

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    C’erait un magnifique déjeuner avec une vue sur le Pacifique

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  9. Lisa

    Phoenix

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food all 6 people in our party were happy, also the service was wonderful.

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  10. Cariann

    Seattle

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 21, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Thank you for accommodating our large team with short notice, everyone really enjoyed the food and the ambience . 

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FAQs

Chart House Restaurant - Cardiff offers delivery in partnership with Postmates and Uber Eats. Chart House Restaurant - Cardiff also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (760) 436-4044.

Chart House Restaurant - Cardiff is rated 4.4 stars by 7133 OpenTable diners.

Chart House Restaurant - Cardiff does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 34 times today

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Google Map for Chart House Restaurant - Cardiff

2588 South Coast Highway 101, Encinitas, CA 92007

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Birmingham/ Lomas Santa Fe
  • Neighborhood
    Solana Beach
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Sat 11:30 am–9:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Steak, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Complimentary valet. Limited street parking available.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Gerado Nava
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.chart-house.com/locations/cardiff/
  • Phone number
    (760) 436-4044
  • Catering
    Please call for details.
  • Private party facilities
    Spectacular ocean views available for corporate meetings, breakfast, lunch & dinners. Beautiful receptions, rehearsal dinners & wedding ceremonies as well a tour groups, bar mitzvahs & any special event. The Chart House - Cardiff offers a semi-private lofted area seating up to 40 guests as well.
  • Private party contact
    Marisa McQuillan: (760) 436-4044
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