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    3.2 (230 reviews)
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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Good for groups

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    Natasha T.

    This is a live review since i'm sitting in Denny's right now eating my All- American Slams and fried mozzarella sticks with my bestie, Danielle on whom is studying for the bar right now. Yes, that's right, we out here eating and studying at Denny's. Don't sleep on that. Denny's has been a staple for me since my college days back in 2013, food is decent (depending on certain location, the one across from Santa Ana College was the one I used to go to back in the day) But this location, the chef who is working right now( time is 2 am on June 4, 2025) and our amazing server Gail, thank you for serving us. Gail was wondering and for the first time in my life, she told me I look familar from this show called Gilmore Girls on which I never watched but my bestie look it up and I can see the similarities. Alright, now lets get do to the food, I ordered the All- American Slams, cripsy hashbrown, scamabled eggs, 4 pieces of cripsy bacon and a stack of pancakes, with an add on of toasted English Muffin. 9.6/10 I agreed with my bestie, that indeed, their pancakes are WAY better than IHOP. The pancakes here are fluffy and mosit, not dense like Ihop, again if you like dense pancakes this isn't it. Cheers to the chest for making that cripsy hashbrown perfect and the plating... I never seen a more aesthetic Denny's plate than this location, looks so well put and the fried mozzarella sticks were hot and not too. salty 9.4/10 Originally we wanted to order the maple stuff donuts but they were out. That's totally fine, because it's giving us an excuse to come back and get it. We came in around 1am, my bestie needed to study other than at home so I didn't mind. This is just brining me back memories from my college days so this was a nice visit and by far one of the besst location of Denny's. No homeless here like in Santa Ana and everyone that dine in was respectful. Thank you Gail for serving us and she was the only server here at time we were in so we understand, plus we weren't in a rush to get our food since we were studying well my friend was stuyding, I'm just typing out this review.

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    Shirley F.

    Food is good and affordable. Newly designed interior design. Very comfortable with nice Christmas music. Service was great . Nice reward information. I think you will be pleasantly surprised.

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    This is a great location. It's right off the I-5. In Del Mar. i've spent many late nights here eating great meals. I can't wait till they reopen.

    Classic burger from Value menu
    Layla F.

    I've always enjoyed Dennys. It's open at all hours , and the selection of food is vast. I'm giving this review to provide info for Dennys app users and customers driven by specials. Yesterday 9/18 was national cheese burger day. I found a list of restaurants giving special discounts. Dennys was listed as one of them. However when we arrived we were informed this location was not participating. The host advised us to check online for coupons or promo codes I found the Dennys app and downloaded it and got an immediate 20% off coupon. The fine print indicated it does not apply to Every Day Value Slam and items under $8. We ordered to burgers off the $2/$4/6/8 value menu. I had 3 add ons. Avocado , cheese and the seasoned fries. We went to check out and were told we only qualified for .77 cents off. I tried to give the cashier the info and fine print but he refused it stating there was fine print that stated this. So I concluded the Every Day Value Slam equates to the $2/$4/$6/$8 value menu. I should have ordered a burger off the regular menu and got more bang for my buck. Fortunately the total dinner was reasonable despite not having the coupon. I just found the location lacking in customer service regarding the specials. (I had to specifically request the Value menu ) as it was not provided and I would not have known about had I not downloaded the app. Regarding food. It was served hot and fresh. Burger was pretty good Seasoned fries not worth $1.99 upgrade. Recommend this Dennys if you just want a place to sit down for a burger , breakfast Simple food. The booths need to be replaced. Ours was torn up where you were sitting on the foam.

    My group of 3 people stopped at Denny's for a late night meal after the New years party. There was a wait which we did not mind, waited our turn and got sat by a serve named Cynthia. We placed our orders, asked for milkshakes and she said No, we're busy at the moment and the milkshakes are made by hand, but once it dies down we can see if we'll be able to make you one. So we said okay and waited. After a while, there was no line at the door anymore, the rush has calmed down. So when someone else brought out the dessert, we asked again if we were able to get 3 milkshakes and she said yes, made our milkshakes and brought them out. The server, Cynthia saw that, and she very UNPROFESSIONALLY reprimanded the other lady in front of all the customers, saying "I already told them no, why did you bring out the milkshakes, I told 4 other tables no so now we'll have to go make more milkshakes, do you know how much time it'll take to make them all a milkshake? If someone orders something, run by me first". That was a conversation that should have been had in private, but she obviously wanted us to hear because she said it right next to our table. 5 mins later, another girl at a table next to us asked for a milkshake, and she said "No, we're not making those tonight" then pointed to our table and said "they just told the other lady that I said it was okay to make them milkshakes", which did not happened, she RUDELY lied about what we said to other customers next to our table. The experience at Denny's was great until she started having a public meltdown down and talked rudely about us indirectly to other customers but loud enough to have us hear. She honestly ruined the entire experience we had at Denny's with her nasty words and attitude. She should not be in the service industry. I hope other costumers do not have to experience this. However, the manager on shift was very nice and comped our meal for the trouble after we brought it up to his attention and was very professional. He said she should not have been telling customers that they're not making milkshakes and to let them know it will take a while instead. Which validated how we felt.

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    cindy is the sweetest and most attentive server ive had !! she was great the entire time, we'll be back

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    Eva and Kyle are excellent servers! We eat there frequently and are absolutely pleased!

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    Super cool location. Jay is a great server & provided exceptional customer service. Way better than the Denny's in San Clemente.

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    Jennifer was amazing! Came in as a large group and was able to split the check. Great service :)

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    Ask the Community - Denny's

    On what date will Denny's at Via De La Valle, Del Mar, reopen? This site has been closed for many…

    Wow! Hope they did not go out of business. Love that location next to the track.

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    There is no outdoor dining at this location.

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    This location in Del Mar is right around the corner from the Del Mar racetrack and is always busy, but the crew there always provides great service.

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    Viewpoint Brewing - Wedge salad - thick and juicy bacons with chopper eggs

    Viewpoint Brewing

    4.2(1.3k reviews)
    0.7 mi
    $$

    When you look at this place from the outside, you would have no idea how huge it is inside. From…read morethe street it kind of looks like a loading dock, but inside it is modern and sleek with a nice bar, lots of tables, and a patio overlooking the lagoon. The beers were good, service was excellent, and the food menu looked enticing even though this was just a quick beer stop for us. I have to admit when I first sat on the patio overlooking the "lagoon" I thought this is kind of an oversold view considering it is literally in the name. Then an egret wandered by and suddenly it all felt a lot more coastal California and a lot less random pond behind a brewery. Ended up being a really chill spot. Would definitely go back.

    Came here for the first time for lunch. What an epic location for this place. It's waterfront right…read moreon the San Dieguito River. Has a rad view and the the open architecture is perfect for sunny days. Service was solid, absolutely no complaints. Our server was attentive but gave us space and didn't rush us at all. They have a great drink selection (obviously). We both got the Mexican Lager which was light and smooth. Followed that up with the ceviche. We mixed in the house hot sauce which in my opinion elevated it. I got the crispy shrimp tacos. They were good. Kind of overloaded with cabbage but all the flavors were there so no complaints. My cuz got the Thai coconut chicken sando which looked . He said it was good too. All in all. Epic location, great food, great atmosphere. I'll definitely be back. FYI, the only downside was parking is limited and pretty much only option is paid self parking or valet - worth it though

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    Viewpoint Brewing - The bar area with the TV

    The bar area with the TV

    Viewpoint Brewing - Burger - came with their homemade sauce that has mayonnaise so we had it on the side.

    Burger - came with their homemade sauce that has mayonnaise so we had it on the side.

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    Lana - Prawn Spring Rolls were so tasty!

    Lana

    4.4(125 reviews)
    1.0 mi

    Being local we finally tried Lana for the first time. We sat outside with plenty of heat lamps…read moremaking it very comfortable and away from the noisier inside. From the moment we arrived everyone was exceptionally friendly. Three of us split burrata and Caesar salads, a burger, pizza and crab cakes. Everything was delicious and service was well- paced. Especially liked the salads-very high quality. Would have liked some crackers or bread with the burrata salad and crab cakes. The wine list was better than most and offered a good variety. Among the many new restaurants in Solana Beach, Lana was one of the most enjoyable. If there's a negative it's that it's a bit expensive and it adds up. Our meal cost $200 including tip. Looking forward to returning, but not affordable to do weekly.

    They took over the old CPK and kept the inside of the kitchen with the familiar yellow tiles…read more Pizza here is good - I think whatever equipment they had plus the time to hone in on the crust; have done a good job with the pizza - slightly Burnt but otherwise flavorful - Yelpers selected Mushroom pizza so we went with that and confirmed it was pretty darn good I also picked the pork chop to venture out and it was fine but I found the pork chop flat and needed the bring the broccoli and sauce together bring some flavor profile in I recommend dining here for the many small bites, wine pairings, to hangout hangout for evening chit chat, get together with friends - atmosphere-wise that's the vibe it has

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    Monarch Ocean Pub - Half Burrata Caprese + Wild Shrimp- they forgot the shrimp even though my bartender put it in. He went back and got some from the kitchen

    Monarch Ocean Pub

    3.9(938 reviews)
    1.4 mi
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    Monarch Ocean Pub is a gem. The ambience, the view, the food, and the service made this a memorable…read moreexperience. I visited with family so there was 6 of us in total and they managed our orders like a champm We shared the oysters which were a good size and all very fresh. I had the salmon and it was delicious. I'd say it was my favorite until I tried my mom's fish and chips which then stole the show. I can't recommend the fish and chips enough. No big drinks or cocktails for us but I can see this place being a great place during a sunset or just a place with a great view. I would highly recommend this for anyone visiting or locals. Enjoy!

    Dear Senior Management Team,…read more My family I visited Monarch Ocean Pub on mother day, expecting to have a pleasant experience. Unfortunately, we were very disappointed by the behavior of one of your managers, Hope. My mother was on the phone with my sister through FaceTime, simply talking and enjoying herself. Hope approached my mother in a very aggressive and unprofessional manner, standing extremely close to her and angrily telling her to hang up the phone and stop recording, even though my mother was not recording anyone. I tried to explain that my mother does not speak English very well, but instead of handling the situation professionally, Hope accused me of being rude, told us to leave, and threatened to call the police. Her behavior made both my mother and me feel very upset, uncomfortable, and unwelcome. She also stood very close to us and made physical contact by touching me, which made me feel extremely uncomfortable. No customer should be treated this way. We came to your business hoping to enjoy ourselves and receive good service, but instead we experienced rude, aggressive, and unacceptable treatment from a manager. I hope senior management will address this situation seriously so that no other customers have to go through the same experience. Because of this incident, we do not feel comfortable returning to that location.

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    Monarch Ocean Pub - Applewood bacon burger

    Applewood bacon burger

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    Solana Beach Kitchen - Our drinks at Solana Beach Kitchen

    Solana Beach Kitchen

    4.2(309 reviews)
    1.0 mi
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    I recently visited Solana Beach Kitchen and honestly had such a great experience that I had to…read moreshare. From the moment we arrived, the service really stood out. The manager, Andrea, along with Tara, took amazing care of me and my friends. They were attentive without being overbearing, super friendly, and made us feel genuinely welcome the whole time, which is something you don't always get. I ordered an Aperol Spritz, (if you ever ordered, please get it with campari. we also got a margarita, both were perfectly made. The spritz was refreshing and well-balanced, and the margarita was just as good, not too sweet and really smooth. Definitely a great start to the night. The food was just as impressive. Everything came out surprisingly fast, especially considering how good it was. You can tell there's real attention to quality and flavor. The ambiance is another highlight. It has this relaxed, chill vibe but still feels put together and a little bit "cute" in the best way. It's the kind of place that works perfectly whether you're going on a date, catching up with friends, or just want a nice casual dinner without it feeling basic. Overall, great service, delicious food, quick turnaround, and a really enjoyable atmosphere. I'll definitely be coming back

    This is our first time at this restaurant the food, the service and the staff did not disappoint…read more the sourdough was amazing and the jam was to die for! We will for sure be coming back on our next trip to San Diego We got bacon cheese omelets 10/10 Green chilaquiles 10/10 Burger and loaded fries 15/10 The owner gave us freshly made bread pudding and we are so thankful for it! It was so delicious Highly recommend this beautiful kitchen

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    Solana Beach Kitchen - Awesome food enjoyed on a great Friday night.

    Awesome food enjoyed on a great Friday night.

    Solana Beach Kitchen - Beef skewers

    Beef skewers

    Solana Beach Kitchen - Flowers for Baby and Bourbon Banger. Delicious cocktails.

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    Flowers for Baby and Bourbon Banger. Delicious cocktails.

    Denny's - diners - Updated May 2026

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