Let me start off by saying that the staff were exceptional. Our waitress "A" was very quick,…read moreefficient and friendly. Also, our table runner "J" was also very sweet and personable. In addition, the GM "K" was also super nice. As they saying goes, "the vibe comes from the top down." I must also say that the food was delicious and were huge portions. I love their seasonal menu with their unique fushions. Everything we ordered was delicious. Btw, you need to try their s'mores dessert. Not only was the presentation great but it was delicious! They're also pet friendly with an outdoor patio. So you definitely need to come down to visit. The food, the service and the ambience gives it a great "experience"

Atmospheric place with both indoor and outdoor seating, which made the experience really nice and…read morecomfortable. My friend and I ordered burgers -- personally, I felt like the burger could use a bit more sauce, and the fries were slightly dry. However, my non-alcoholic mojito was absolutely amazing -- very fresh with a nice sour taste, and I also asked for it without syrup. The service was fast, and the presentation was great. This is a bar with a really good selection of alcoholic drinks and cocktails. Overall, the place left a very pleasant impression on me.

We came here for dinner after the Del Mar races. There was live music out on the patio, which set…read morethe mood perfectly. Hubby ordered the roasted corn lemonade and I asked for a mocktail. The bartender made a very refreshing one! His lemonade needed a little more sweetness. The plates were made to share, so we agree on the tartare, tomato salad, and NY steak. Everything was delicious and beautifully plated! The tomato salad was light- it had a nice mustard and olive vinaigrette dressing. For dessert, we chose the burnt basque cheesecake! He liked it more than regular cheesecake. This one was a good one, as I've been searching for an authentic one that wasn't too burnt LOL. I could do without the olive oil on this one though. Overall, I had a really nice time here and can't wait to come back to try their other menu items.

We were sad to see the previous restaurant go (their food was amazing not sure why they didn't make…read moreit). But I love the new decor. Interesting menu choices. We enjoyed everything we got. I look forward to trying their breakfast.

This is probably our favorite on Mission. Food is always good as are the drinks. Service is always…read moregreat we usually eat at the bar if dining just the two of us. They can accommodate large groups in their main dining room. Priced right for the location & food choices. You can't go wrong.

I have been to Flying Pig before about 8 years ago on the East coast during a work trip, and was so…read morestoked to see it in Oceanside. I recall it being a delicious and a wonderful dining experience. I have been looking forward to bringing my family and friends here all week. I am giving this restaurant 3 stars, because their food is still AMAZING and their staff is super nice and I believe deep down inside that they just had a REALLY OFF night. We had reservations for a party of 9 last night. The table was set up nicely and accommodated a few extra if needed, which I thought was cool. We started with some adult beverages: an Old Fashion, some Hotel Nacionals, a Fashionably Late, and a couple of beers. Everything started great. Dennis, our server was very cool and friendly and gave great suggestions. We ordered the mac and cheese sides and they were delicious with huge pieces of savory bacon in them. We also ordered the brussel sprouts which we never received and didn't even realize it until the very end when we received the bill because of all the other issues we had... but we'll get to that in a moment. But let's talk about what did go well... the delicious food we did get. We ordered the Pig burger which was sooo good and came with crispy fries. The fish for the fish and chips were 2 huge pieces and were delicious, came with yummy seasoned waffle fries and the tiniest tartar sauce and malt vinegar. I had to request 4 more for that amount of fish, but no big deal. Dennis brought out as much as we needed. Their ranch sauce is really good too. Don't judge just because it's a little peachy'ish and looks thousand island'ish. lt's still some very good ranch. My son said he really tasted the bitterness of beer in the fish batter but maybe it was just in that piece he had; I could not taste it in the piece of fish I ate. The short rib was really tender and delicious... the sauce was just a tad salty for my taste, but the mashed potatoes it sat on sort of balanced it out a little. The fried chicken thighs were really cooked well, juicy, crispy and seasoned perfectly. We ordered two Teres Major steaks. One rare with mashed potaoes, one medium rare with grits. The rare one came out medium and without any mushrooms, took FOREVEEERR to remake (the rest of the table was almost done with our meals...& not sure why it took so long since the restaurant wasn't that busy and it's a RARE steak). The one with grits came with mashed potatoes instead of grits. Dennis was super nice and apologetic and corrected both mistakes when we let him know. He then brought us a big bowl of grits. The manager (blonde gal) came over and apologized for the mistakes tonight, letting us know that usually does not happen, and let us know she'd be comping one of our steaks and would be bringing a dessert on them. We thought that was very nice of them. However, as nice a gesture. we never did receive that dessert. My husband handed Dennis his credit card before the bill arrived (before our friends could try to pay the bill) and not sure why but our bill never came, and we never saw Dennis again either after he boxed up our leftovers and took the card. We had to ask another server for our bill because we had been waiting for quite a while... and needed to head out as we were already late to meet friends at a lounge. The other server came back with my husband's credit card, the bill (that's when I finally noticed the brussel sprouts sides we never got but were charged), and let the server know. He immediately apologized and took it off the bill. So I'm not sure what happened last night at Flying Pig...missing and charged brussel sprouts, steak overcooked, missing mushrooms, mashed potatoes instead of grits, then a comped dessert promised but never delivered. WOW. I had to apologize to my friends. I was totally hyping up this place and it underdelivered. They automatically got their 20% gratuity for our party of 9 but anyone that knows me knows how much I absolutely love great service combined with exceptional food and that could have easily been a 30-35% tip had they been on their A game! We only come to Oceanside once a year. Maybe we will try again next year. Maybe not. This trip was about trying out a bunch of different restaurants and giving honest reviews on dishes/businesses we haven't tried before, or in a long time. Do better guys.

The atmosphere was high end but relaxed and not stuffy. The service was stellar from everyone who…read morehelped us and we had a wonderful meal. Never did we feel rushed. My friend and I were celebrating and wanted to try a bunch of menu items, and when we ordered, our server kindly suggested that it was going to be a lot of food. We just laughed and said we understood but wanted everything anyway. Totally worth it! The cocktails are delicious and definitely pack a punch and their wine list has excellent by-the-glass options. The only dish we didn't love was actually their "signature" broccoli dish. A little too much char for both our tastes, but glad we tried it.

I came to Campfire to with high expectations, and the expectations were exceeded. This is…read moredefinitely one of the best restaurants in San Diego. Straight to the food. We got: - cornbread: 10/10 this was fantastic. Great for 2-4 people. Perfectly balanced flavors and dense. - broccoli: 10/10 I'm not going to lie, I read the reviews about the broccoli, and literally asked my husband if we were going to spend $20 on a whole head of broccoli. I was very skeptical to believe this was actually so good, but it was! The textures are really great; the florets are crunchy and the stem is a soft almost buttery texture. The flavors with the nuts and sauce are fantastic. It's a lot for 2 people, and would be ideal for 4 people to share. - market fish 12/10. The best thing we ate, wow it was so good. Every staff member I asked said this was their favorite dish, so of course, I ordered it. The fish was a steelhead trout. It was cooked perfectly, and the sauce, mushrooms, salmon roe, and kale perfectly complemented the dish. The portion is great! It's 6.5 oz, so easy to share. I would come back just for this. - chicken 8/10. This is a good bbq chicken, but it's just good bbq chicken. Nothing special, but tasty nonetheless. I only had a bite since I'm mostly pescatarian, but my husband gladly ate the whole thing. The dining experience is also great! The ambience is beautiful, but the inside is quite loud. We sat by the open door in the back, which was great. I'd either sit in the back again or try to sit outside because of the noise. The service was spot on. Heads up that they do charge a 4% surcharge, which is also taxed.

The menu is full of phenomenal dishes, and everything I've tried has been incredibly flavorful and…read moresatisfying. The portions are generous--perfect for one person, but also large enough to share if you'd like. Every dish is thoughtfully prepared and leaves you feeling full without compromising on quality The staff is warm, welcoming, and attentive from the moment you walk in. Everyone genuinely makes you feel appreciated as a customer, and the hospitality is one of the many reasons I enjoy dining here The restaurant has a clean, modern, and cozy atmosphere that's perfect for catching up with friends, celebrating a special occasion, or simply enjoying a relaxing meal. It's comfortable, inviting, and the kind of place you'll want to keep coming back to

Good Vibe, Delicious Apps, and Good Service…read more My wife and I recently dined here after having a tough time deciding between Nick's on State and Campfire--so stay tuned, because a Campfire review is definitely coming down the road. When we arrived, the restaurant was buzzing. The host let us know it would be a 1.5-hour wait for a table unless we wanted to sit at the bar. We opted for the bar, and I'm glad we did. The atmosphere and surroundings were great, and the bar staff was incredibly nice and welcoming (one of them even thought I looked familiar). Right off the bat, we were served waters without even having to ask, which is always a nice touch. To drink, I ordered the Berry Yuzu Spritz. It was absolutely delicious, and the chunks of fresh fruit in it were a great addition. My wife ordered a glass of the Daou Reserve. She mentioned it probably could have used a little more time to breathe before being served, but hey, neither of us are sommeliers, so it wasn't a dealbreaker by any means. We decided to kick things off with the Shrimp Taquitos and the Bacon Deviled Eggs. The Shrimp Taquitos texture was awesome--perfectly crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and not over-wrapped at all. Every bite I took seemed better than the last! My wife felt they could have gone a little lighter on the creamy sauce, but for me, the crunch-to-sauce ratio was spot on. I was excited to tru the Bacon Deviled Eggs because it was my first time trying a deep-fried deviled egg, and it was a fun experience. It just took two bites to finish. While it was good, I didn't get much of the bacon flavor, and the filling needed just a bit more "umph" to it--it tasted mostly like a standard deviled egg until I piled on some extra chives for flavor. (Side note: These actually made me miss the incredible deviled eggs at a hotel in downtown San Diego. I have a review coming out for that spot soon, but if you want the name before then, just send me a message and I'll drop it for you). After demolishing the apps, our entrees arrived. My wife ordered the Chicken Piccata and it came out as two very hefty portions of chicken alongside mashed potatoes and a salad. It was a solid, pretty good dish, though nothing particularly stood out as a wow factor. I ordered the Bistro Plate, which featured a filet mignon served over toasted bread with tomato. I'm usually not a tomato fan, but the combination here really worked. The plate also comes with a soup and a salad. The salad was quite good. The soup was tasty, though I wasn't a huge fan of the deep-fried jalapeños inside because they got a bit soggy in the broth. As for the filet, it was cooked medium-rarish--perfectly medium-rare right in the center, getting a little more done as you moved outward. Overall, we truly enjoyed the food and the excellent service. The only real downside was our specific seating location. As the sun began to set, it blared right into my face at the bar. If you plan on catching a spot at the bar around sunset, check out my pictures and try to avoid the exact spot I was in. We had a really nice evening and would absolutely come back. Next time, we'd love to grab a booth and explore a few more items on the menu. Highly recommend giving them a look!

I had gotten an email wishing me a happy birthday and to come in for a FREE ENTREE. I was like,…read morewhat!? Yeah a lot of places give a free dessert but you almost never see a free dinner. I instantly set a reservation (didn't really need it) and we arrived around 4pm on a Tuesday and sat on the patio. Happy hour is daily from 4-6pm and if you sit on the recently renovated patio, drinks are 50% off. I ordered the Ribeye as my birthday entree and we also ordered the Fried Zucchini ($7), Popcorn Chicken ($9), Guajillo Braised Pork Shoulder ($21) and several cocktails ($7 each during HH). Everything was great honestly. No complaints. My wife REALLY loved the braised pork shoulder. My steak was excellent and even though it was free, $32 for a ribeye is the lowest you'll find anywhere. It was nice having not having to fight for a seat. Enjoying a cocktail on the patio in perfect weather is something everyone should try. Highly recommend coming to Mission Ave Bar & Grill for happy hour and to check out the new patio. Make sure to register for their mailing list to get birthday offers too!

Mission Ave Bar and Grill is basically the type of place that says, "just one drink," and suddenly…read moreit's three hours later, you've made new friends, and you're emotionally attached to the Peanut butter stuffed french toast. From the juicy breakfast Burger to the dangerously good country benefit and spicy blood orange, everything feels a little too easy to fall in love with. The cozy atmosphere and friendly staff make it feel like your favorite neighborhood hangout -- even if it's your first time there. Honestly, if good food, great cocktails, and happy vibes had a love language... this place would be fluent. What I got: Peanut butter stuffed french toast $16 Country Benedict $17 Breakfast burger $18 Arnold Palmer Spicy blood orange $10

It's the 1st day of Summer and I wanted to spend a lot of time outdoors soaking up the sunshine…read more What a perrrfect time to finally go to the Tower39 Rooftop Lounge! I wanted to go there for the longest especially for Happy Hour. When I got up there, I was amazed at the ocean views and pleasantly surprised it wasn't crowded during this beauuutiful late afternoon. I picked my spot to sit then stood in line while looking over the front-n-back menu. Everything sounded good but I wanted something fresssh and summery. The friendly staff was very knowledgeable about the menu and helpful in my decision to keep it Summer related. Not too long afterwards, my order came out. Looove the quick service! Both female bartenders were slaying it as soon as the line grew. It was niiice to see the world cup on the t.v. screen. I enjoyed watching it while I ate my yummy food and watched the magical sunset. More people showed up closer to the golden hour. Overall, I had a wonderful experience. Highly recommend this coastal hot spot to the Yelp Community!!

Great spot, but no service. You have to go up to the bar to order which is a bummer. It would be my…read morego-to spot if they had servers. They recently updated their seating as well, to super comfortable seats. The food was really good as well! We had the shareable fondue, the prosciutto flatbread, the quesadilla, and one of their salads, and the food was delicious! Overall recommend this spot, but really wish they would add service or bring back the QR codes to order from the table. Plus you can't beat that gorgeous view of the beach and palm trees.

The staff was attentive. Everything came out as ordered. Table overlooking the ocean very twinkle.read more

I don't leave reviews very often, but the service here deserves one. Our server, Desiree, was…read moregreat, very attentive and personable. As for the food, the calamari was a great start, and the steak and potatoes were cooked to perfection. Highly recommend if you are looking for a quality meal and a welcoming atmosphere. Thank you!