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South of Nick's - Del Mar, San Diego, CA

South of Nick's - Del Mar

4.7
4.7
690 Reviews
$31 to $50
Mexican

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 73 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
  • Great for creative cocktails
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.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, American, Contemporary Mexican
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (858) 465-7145
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Omar Gonzalez
  • Catering
    Visit our website for the menu's available.
  • Private party facilities
    We have a private dining room to accommodate 12 guests. This has a $500 Food and Beverage Minimum. We have a patio space to accommodate groups of 30 for tray pass and cocktails.
  • Neighborhood
    Del Mar
  • Cross street
    Del Mar Heights Road and El Camino Real
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 690 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Diego

    Mexican

  • North San Diego

    Mexican

  • North San Diego

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
South of Nick's - Del Mar offers an exceptional dining experience with "outstanding service, great food and nice atmosphere." The restaurant excels in creating delicious Mexican cuisine, particularly noted for their "fantastic Margaritas" and "tasty enchiladas." With its inviting ambiance and attentive staff, it's a must-visit for food enthusiasts.

690 Reviews
  1. Lawrence VIP

    New York City3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It's clear that Nick's trains their staff very carefully before they host customers. They are all very friendly and efficient. Ther manager circulates making sure everyone is happy while dining.

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  2. steve

    San Diego6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service at the bar for dinner! Always good to make reservations in advance.

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  3. gary VIP

    San Diego12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Fun place with a large menu. Service very good as well. We always like going here

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  4. Michelle

    Orange County2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great meal for night and really great service from Paul! One of the best chicken tortilla soups we’ve had and my friend and I split a combo plate with a really great enchiladas and crispy taco. The guys had the el jefe burrito which was insane! Make sure to get the watermelon jalapeño margarita it’s the best! Love the ambience here!

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  5. Linda

    Orange County6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We had a very good waitress. She got the food to us while it was still hot. She remembered to bring a dessert for my friend’s birthday, which I appreciated. I enjoyed the ceviche & the seafood enchiladas. Thank you. This is my 4th visit. I will be back. 

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  6. Nicole VIP

    San Francisco8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The server was excellent. I had a tortilla soup. It is the best in San Diego..we had a family visiting from out of town and it was so good to have it there.

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  7. Laura

    San Diego3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The chef made me a custom guacamole with just avocado and cilantro to accommodate my dietary requirement and it was fresh and delicious!

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  8. Amy VIP

    Atlanta30 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our second time to South of Nick’s. The drinks were exceptional, especially the cucumber margarita. Our server was engaged but not overly intrusive. The birria tacos were spot on, however the birria enchilada stack lacked flavor. Overall our party was happy.

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  9. Chris

    New York City5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We had a great experience at South of Nicks in Laguna Beach, and thought to give the Del Mar location a try. We were not disappointed - same great food and beverages, same great service culture. We will return.

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  10. Andrew VIP

    San Diego21 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Nice upscale mexican! Prices comparable for area, food is better, both choices and taste. 3 dips for chips is hreat. Drinks are tasty. Hannah D server was awesome! Give it a try, you will enjoy.

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FAQs

South of Nick's - Del Mar offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (858) 465-7145.

South of Nick's - Del Mar is rated 4.7 stars by 690 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 73 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for South of Nick's - Del Mar

3377 Del Mar Heights Rd, San Diego, CA 92014

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Del Mar Heights Road and El Camino Real
  • Neighborhood
    Del Mar
  • Hours of operation
    Daily 11:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Mexican, American, Contemporary Mexican
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Omar Gonzalez
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (858) 465-7145
  • Catering
    Visit our website for the menu's available.
  • Private party facilities
    We have a private dining room to accommodate 12 guests. This has a $500 Food and Beverage Minimum. We have a patio space to accommodate groups of 30 for tray pass and cocktails.
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