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The Best Restaurants for California Cuisine in San Diego.

Belly Up CaliforniaCraft BeerCuisineEat and DrinkFamily FriendlyKnown ForLocal FavoriteLocationNorth CountyNorth CountySan Diego NeighborhoodsSolana BeachSolana Beach | Eat and DrinkVibe
April 5, 2019

Belly Up

Intimate music venue creates a lively yet casual scene with a rotating lineup of popular acts.
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A view from one of the tables at Bee Salt Balcony.
Bee Side Balcony CaliforniaCuisineDel MarDel Mar | Eat and DrinkEat and DrinkGreat ViewKnown ForLocationMediterraneanNorth CountyNorth CountyOff the MapRomanticSan Diego NeighborhoodsUpscaleVibe
April 5, 2019

Bee Side Balcony

Mediterranean & Californian dishes plated in a coastal-chic space with shaded outdoor seating.
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The outside of Americana restaurant.
Americana BreakfastCaliforniaCuisineDel MarDel Mar | Eat and DrinkEat and DrinkFamily FriendlyKnown ForLocal FavoriteLocationNorth CountyNorth CountySan Diego NeighborhoodsUpscaleVibe
April 5, 2019

Americana

Bustling spot for American cuisine such as blackened salmon or flatbreads with outdoor seating.
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A view of the Pacific ocean from inside Jake's Del Mar.
Jake’s Del Mar CaliforniaCuisineDel MarDel Mar | Eat and DrinkEat and DrinkFamily FriendlyGreat ViewKnown ForLocal FavoriteLocationNorth CountyNorth CountySan Diego NeighborhoodsUpscaleVibe
April 5, 2019

Jake’s Del Mar

Seaside eatery & bar with floor-to-ceiling windows has an upscale menu, Sunday brunch & grand views.
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A view from the dining room of Brigantine Del Mar.
The Brigantine Del Mar CaliforniaCuisineDel MarDel Mar | Eat and DrinkEat and DrinkFamily FriendlyFish TacosKnown ForLocationNorth CountyNorth CountyPub GrubSan Diego NeighborhoodsUpscaleVibe
April 5, 2019

The Brigantine Del Mar

Casual, clubby seafood chain serving up surf 'n' turf, oysters on the half shell, fish tacos & more.
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Pacific Coast Grill CaliforniaCardiff-by-the-SeaCardiff-by-the-Sea | Eat and DrinkCocktailsCuisineEat and DrinkGreat ViewKnown ForLocationNorth CountyNorth CountySan Diego NeighborhoodsSushiUpscaleVibe
April 5, 2019

Pacific Coast Grill

Waterfront venue is an airy spot for sushi, mussels & other seafood options with a chill atmosphere.
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Two bottles of red wine in the foreground with two restaurant patrons in the background.
The 3rd Corner Wine Shop & Bistro CaliforniaCuisineEat and DrinkEncinitasEncinitas | Eat and DrinkFamily FriendlyKnown ForLocationNorth CountyNorth CountyRomanticSan Diego NeighborhoodsVibe
April 5, 2019

The 3rd Corner Wine Shop & Bistro

Upscale dining in a quaint atmosphere, this eatery offers a large wine menu & enticing specials.
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The Biergarden of Encinitas BurgersCaliforniaCasualCraft BeerCuisineEat and DrinkEncinitasEncinitas | Eat and DrinkFamily FriendlyKnown ForLocationNorth CountyNorth CountyPub GrubSan Diego NeighborhoodsVibe
April 5, 2019

The Biergarden of Encinitas

Elevated pub grub, burgers & dozens of local brews are served in a relaxed historic space.
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Empty tables and the bar interior of Union Kitchen and Tap in Encinitas..
Union Kitchen & Tap CaliforniaCraft BeerCuisineEat and DrinkEncinitasEncinitas | Eat and DrinkFamily FriendlyKnown ForLocationNorth CountyNorth CountyPub GrubSan Diego NeighborhoodsVibe
April 5, 2019

Union Kitchen & Tap

A rotating menu of craft beers paired with New American small plates in a modern-yet-rustic setting.
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