If you are Del Mar stop here! Beautiful views of the ocean, tasty drinks and food that melts in your mouth. I tried their Espresso Martini with a Baileys float on top.. superb! He opted for a Paloma which had a kick to it and was great! We opted to share the Ahi Tostada for an appetizer which was on point. The ahi was fresh, the onions, whipped avocado, pickled papaya slaw and sesame soy dressing was phenomenal. We also got the specials of the day Halibut on a bed of rice and a ribeye which was cooked to perfection. , wait staff top notch and on it. We both had a great time!! read more

The view is fantastic as is the food. I started with the seafood chowder which was piping hot and absolutely delicious. I loved the little bits of corn added. I followed that with the fresh fish Caesar which featured seared tuna. Tuna cooked nicely rare and Caesar had nice big shavings of Parmesan cheese. Hula pie for dessert. It really hit the spot and you have to share it with a group. No one could eat the entire piece. Went for a celebration with six people. Everyone treated us very nicely, which not all restaurants do with a big table. Our waiter was lovely, as were all the staff. read more

Jake's - Caesar salad with seared tuna. I had already eaten half the fish. - New American Near Me - Del Mar, California

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Great view, food was alright. Valet was closed so had to park and pay another $50. Hard to imagine going back or recommending based on the quality of meals and service, along with the inconvenience of paying for parking read more

This place was awesome! Came here to celebrate a birthday and the atmosphere and staff were awesome. Right from when we stepped in, the hostess asked whose birthday it was, and there was even a handwritten card and little shell on the table when we got there. Several other staff members came over to say happy birthday too! The view was also amazing - though it was a cloudy day, it was still beautiful but I can only imagine how beautiful it must be on a sunny day. The food was also very tasty. I got scallops and the bbq ribs as an appetizer. The scallops were seared perfectly and the risotto was super yummy, though felt just a little salty by the end. They also brought a slice of dessert with a bday candle to make it all around such a special night! read more

Food was disappointing, service was just okay. We won't go back even for the view, which is excellent.

Had our Anniversary lunch there, ordered short ribs n coleslaw, Sashimi plate. The portion was large considering it's an Appetizer. Will go back again the view of the Pacific Ocean was so nice read more

the views here are spectacular! such a perfect sunset date spot. i really liked their tostadas with the gochujang aioli! staff is sweet and efficient read more

Jake's - views - New American Near Me - Del Mar, California

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I've come here on weekdays for both lunch and dinner. It's always popular even during the week, so I can't imagine how it is on weekends. The servers here are really nice. I also was asking about wine and I appreciated our server's very honest opinions on the wine. He helped us select a wine that we all really enjoyed. Mussels: 7/10. I don't get mussels often but these were delicious. There were some mussels I was a little skeptical of eating because they weren't super opened up. I really enjoyed the broth on this one. The broth is excellent with some bread. Brussels sprouts: 7/10. Good but nothing special. Ahi tostada: 8/10. I really enjoyed this but it's not super big. Ahi sashimi: 9/10. Light and delicious. The yuzu shoyu is really good on the ahi. Ceviche: 7/10. Good but nothing super stand out. Lemon garlic roasted fish: 7/10. This is light and delicious. I think the squid ink vinaigrette is kind of cool, and it gives the dish another layer of complexity that I appreciate. Hula pie: 8/10. Only a few places do a hula pie, so whenever I see it, I know we have to get it. It's delicious as always. I don't think this is necessarily a bad thing because at least it means it doesn't melt fast, but it was pretty frozen, so we needed to ask for a knife to cut into it so we could all share it. It's impossible without a knife unless you wait for it to melt. The views are phenomenal here for most of the places you can sit in the restaurant. There are windows everywhere for you to see the beautiful ocean. I think the view is a huge part of why this place is successful. Jake's only has valet parking, but there is also limited free parking along the streets. read more

Honestly, hearing and reading all the hype for Jake's my feelings when leaving was "meh". Our server was very friendly and attentive. The valets were as well. Seeing the waves crashing on shore was a sight to behold. What lacked for me was the food. The quality and the presentation. I ordered the Ahi Poke Bowl and was disappointed. The Poke was warm and limp and barely had any ginger soy sauce. My two rice balls were barely warm and dry too. I did my best to eat what I could but wasn't much. The slices of avocados were the highlight of this dish. I turned down a box and an offer for something else. Definitely not worth the drive, the local traffic and wasted time trying to find parking. The kitchen needs to catch up with the service the valets and wait service teams perform with smiles. read more

So good. Such a great view. The parking was great and cheap. Totally use the valet, very much worth it. The fish was delicious. I got the special which was a fish encrusted with pistachios. So good. The dessert was amazing too! Highly recommend the ice cream cake. The mai tai glass was super fun! Our waiter was friendly, allowed us to talk with out much interruptions and the other waiters/waitresses constantly hustled food out and kept our tables clean. Highly recommend would totally go back. read more

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Absolutely love this place. Amazing food and service. The view was so beautiful and literally the sunset. The service was impeccable. read more

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We were visiting Del Mar for spring break and made a reservation at Jake's for dinner. I had been here a month before for our brunch and brunch was awesome! However. Dinner was definitely a different experience than the quality of food. We are ordered the ceviche for an appetizer, my daughter ordered the fish and chips off the kids menu, and my husband and I split the ribeye special which came with two side sides, white rice, and vegetables. The ribeye special was $80. Have we not been attending a concert nearby and needing to eat dinner on a timeline, I would've sent our steak right back to the kitchen and ordered something else. There was zero flavor. The white rice it was paired with was very bland and the vegetables or a mixture of artichoke pieces and small pieces of mushroom. I won't even talk about how unappealing it looked on our plate. I was so excited to eat here after our great brunch but dinner I would definitely not be coming back for dinner and would definitely not recommend the steak, fish, and chips or the ceviche. Everything just lacked flavor all around. read more

Jakes is a classic staple of the Del Mar restaurant scene. Located right on the beach, the floor to ceiling windows provide spectacular ocean and sunset views. Jakes is a great place to celebrate a special occasion or go for a business dinner. The seafood is fresh and the menu has something for everyone. The hula pie is a unique and giant ice cream slice with macadamia nuts and chocolate fudge. It's a fun desert to share with the whole group! Really enjoy the experience every time I dine at Jake's read more

Jake's - Filet Mignon with potatoes and vegetables - New American Near Me - Del Mar, California

You come for the view, but the service is great, and the food is still pleasing. We went to Duke's the previous night, but we honestly didn't know what to do for dinner and have a picky eater, so hubs ended up making reservations here with less than a couple hours notice. We did valet since parking is super difficult in the area and they definitely tetris the cars in the lot. We didn't sit right by the windows but still got a great view. And I noticed a signed card placed at our table when we had sat down. They do notice the notes in the Opentable reservation notes! :) Our waiter was super sweet and told us how he started off at Duke's in Hawaii but that his wife got transferred out to SD. Well he definitely brought the Island hospitality to us! We shared the grilled prawns appetizer, ordered the kiddo chicken tender, hubs had the passionfruit soy shortribs, and I ordered the kid's fish and chips since I wasn't very hungry. Thank you Duke's for letting me order of the kid's menu! I ordered a cucumber mocktail which was super refreshing, and the hubs had a beer. We really enjoyed the grilled prawns wrapped with prosciutto, and served with diced melon. The kids fish and chips was the perfect portion for me, pretty standard but hit the spot. He enjoyed his passionfruit soy short ribs, there was some drier parts of the short rib but for the most part it was a moist and tender hunk of beef on top of mashed potato purée, served alongside bok choy. Last but definitely not least, our sweet waiter told us that because we were celebrating our anniversary, we could choose any dessert on the house. We were pretty full, but asked if it would be possible to find a smaller piece of their famous hula pie. Omgg get this. It's a huge slice of macadamia nut ice cream on top of a chocolate cookie crust, then drizzled with fudge and toasted macadamia nuts. It's divine, and not overly sweet tbh. If you want solid modern Hawaiian food with a twist while enjoying a good view, coupled with Hawaiian hospitality, come visit Jake's. read more

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Ambiance: 10/10. We came around 5 o'clock after walking on the beach had worked up an appetite. we walked in and sat at the bar. The restaurant is beautifully decorated, with classic Southern California beach style decor. a gorgeous sunset. Perfect view. Service: service was perfect. You did have to ask for a menu, and the extent of work that we did. Food: crab was phenomenal. Burger was excellent. The seafood chowder was lackluster, but the bread that it came with was amazing. read more

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Still amazing. A great, although busy experience. Staff is always great, from valets out front. Super views of sunset, makes this a popular spot. Food always is well prepared, fresh and tasty. Attentive but not overwhelming, the wait staff is well trained. Last night was a little long in getting our meal, and that was unusual. It wouldn't stop me from coming. Good time, make a reservation read more

This is our families undisputed favorite restaurant in North County. Great spot for birthday, celebration, anniversary, etc. We've never had a bad experience at Jake's. The ambiance is amazing, you're right on the beach, the service has always been exceptional and friendly - all the staff are professionals and have been working in the service industry for decades. The important stuff: cocktails are amazing, get the Dukes mai tai or Paloma; the ceviche and ahi tostadas are not to be missed. For main entrees I don't know what to tell you, I've tried every single one of them and I love them all equally. If it's your first time at Jake's you MUST get the Hula Pie! read more

Jake's food is great. I always get their steaks. We come here for birthdays. The service is fast and efficient. The ambience is beautiful on the beach. I am giving Jake's five stars today. read more

Jake's - Fresh berry crepes may 2023 - New American Near Me - Del Mar, California

It was really difficult to make a reservation for 10 guests at other restaurants due to lack of dining space or calls and emails going unanswered. Jake's answered in a single call and made the RSVP. Such a smooth and easy process. I can rely on the team at Jake's for a stress-free visit! Parking on the street was really difficult to find. Lucikly valet was only $7! Save yourself the stress of parking on busy and narrow streets. When we arrived, I was greeted with a smile by the host. He found our reservation in the system right away, verified the number of high chairs needed, and adjusted our number of chairs (since some guests couldn't make it) without a fuss. I RSVP'd for a farewell dinner, and it was important to me the guests of honor felt taken care of. I didn't even ask, but the restaurant saved us the table with the best view of the sunset through the bay windows. We were taken care of by Shantz. I left my credit card behind, and he ran after us to give it back. Sorry! and thank you! Great food, fantastic service, and overall memorable positive experience. If you want to do a special dinner for someone, I'd trust Jake's to take care of you. read more

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Love the view of the ocean and the food was delicious. The service was great and their staff was so kind

I was pretty excited to come to Jake's. I heard some good stuff. The reviews are also great and Del Mar is beautiful. I'm lucky to live near Del Mar. the place itself it settled right up on sand. It's a beautiful location. The place itself is fun. It has an island vibe. And let me just get this right out into the open. Service was great. The start was with the ahi. The ahi shashimi was actually great. The jalapeños possible were just too thick. It took away form the tuna and the cabbage sprouts just were just not enough to cut it. Usually. I would say it's easy to fix this. Sauce. But the yuzu was just splattered on the dish. The presentation was poor but also just not not a top quality dish. The seafood pot was great. But again the broth was mediocre. The mahi was actually great. But the main part for me at least is that it's achiote. Where was it ! Luckily the fish was cooked perfect. And good mahi is good mahi. But the dish is an achiote dish. I would honestly say this rating is slightly over edged lowly because you expect from a meal for two that is way over 100$. Top quality. Top presentation and top taste. It was not. Luckily staff was great and location or this would be a you are better off going to rubios next door. read more

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Everything was superb. Service was good but the food was phenomenal. 5 star review to go with a 5 star view

This is one of my top favorites, second to Hula Grill. Truly feels like Ohana here. The food , service and ambiance are all amazing. You can truly enjoy the location and al that goes with the TS brand. Makes for a wonderful experience. read more

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Jake's is so perfect for a special night! The food was great!! Started w a very generous and tasty crab cake (we shared and it was ample!) followed by a crisp and delish Ceasar salad and hubby had the chowder (it was "okay") and then our entrees...soooo good...I had the halibut and it was flaky and fab...hubby had the crusted ahi which he thoroughly enjoyed! Our mai tai and old fashioned cocktails were awesome as well! Our server, Mike, was attentive and helpful! We were also delighted to have a card waiting for us at the table to wish us a Happy Anniversary and they treated us to Hula pie! Well done, Jake's Team!! read more

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Always a favorite stop. Great setting on the ocean. We shared the Ahi tostada and Ono ceviche. Great spice and flavor. Entrees were grilled Mahi tacos and their superb cheeseburger. Ended the visit with their signature Hula pie. No better ice cream pie! Great service too. Friendly and engaging. read more

I'm so glad we came here today for a bday lunch celebration for my friend. They open 1130a and people were already waiting for them to open their doors. Valet said they don't open doors before 1130 so I guess people get there early to get the best tables. Valet is $7 which is a great price if you're going to be there over 2h . I parked on street thinking it would be cheaper but ended up paying $6 or something. I originally wanted to dine at Poseidon next door but they offered no lunch prices so that's what prompted me to make opentable reso for Jakes. I got the corner table with open windows/door in the back. It couldn't have been a more beautiful day. I almost think another table would have been easier to get views as only one of our 4 chairs had prime ocean view access. There were also a lot of flies and we saw two wasps so be careful. Our server Velma was amazzzzing. God bless her as she was so kind and totally knew I wanted to surprise my friend with a bday dessert at end. We tried: Crispy Calamari $17: - decent portion but the calamari wasn't piping hot and the sweet & sour sauce underneath was cold and too much Ahi Poke Bowl $21: - you can make this keto by subbing salad for the rice. The ahi tuna looked and tasted fresh. We wish there was more of it but it's lunch so ok. Achiote Roasted Fish $24: - it was swordfish today which I didn't really prefer. It was prepared decently as it wasn't dry but it's just a firm dense fish that tasted under seasoned. Velma let me sub out the farro for extra veggies. I don't think I'd order this dish again unless it was a different fish Hula Pie: - highlight of the meal and Velma totally knew when to bring it so friend would be surprised We each had a glass of pinot noir ($13 each). We weren't rushed while eating dessert nor after I paid the bill. The total was about $126 after tax and tip. I would totally come back if we could get another prime table and had a server like Velma. She saved the experience for us as the food wasn't great but oh my goodness she was. read more

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Location is great right on the beach. A low tide you can see the beach. At high tide water laps the window. Great views. Food was ok. 7/10. Wouldn't say it's the best. Decent quality and taste. But a bit on the boring side. Service was great. Staff was attentive and always there with a smile. Come for the view and ambiance, maybe not so much for the food. read more

We come here every year for my parents' anniversary. Best service, we always get Dean as our server, he never disappoints!

3.5 stars, rounding to 4. I came here for a work event a year ago and was looking forward to coming back. However, I was a little bit let down, and I don't think I'll be a frequent customer at Jake's. My partner and I stopped by at noon on a Saturday and asked for a table near the water. The greeters were incredible and accommodating; we were sat at our table with the view within 10 minutes. The best thing about Jake's is the proximity to and beautiful views of the ocean. Such an incredible experience dining with a view. We got the calamari which were large and juicy yet lacked some flavor. My partner got the fish plate which she absolutely loved; the squid ink and the tender, flaky filet made the fish. I had the fish tacos and while they were tasty, the corn tortillas were disappointing. They were stale, "wannabe" crispy, with a cardboard-like taste. For dessert, we shared the famous hula pie which was absolutely delicious if it weren't for a piece of saran wrap my partner found inside... We nicely notified the water about the incident, but his response was not on par. He said sorry, but laughed it off with "Mistakes have been made I guess." We still had to pay for the pie. Total for lunch being $100 may not be worth it with the inconveniences we experienced. Go for the view and the food will be hit or miss or maybe saran wrap lol read more

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The inside of the restaurant is beautifully designed. There's a great view of the water almost anywhere you sit. There's plenty of parking in the parking lot and around the restaurant. The parking outside is metered but takes card. We were there with a big group and they arranged seating for us in a roomy area with a great view. Our server was very friendly and so were all the other servers that came to help him. The food was all beautifully presented. I wasn't a big fan of the calamari, the textures and flavor just weren't right. The pear salad was full of flavor as were the brussel sprouts. The main dishes were tasty, and the filet mignon was prepared nicely. The hula pie was a great dessert to finish off the meal. read more

Jake's - Hula Pie - New American Near Me - Del Mar, California

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Have there been many times and has always been excellent: the Hawaiian style seafood and an amazing dessert

Beautiful setting right on the beach! Wonderful and cheerful staff, lovely menu and amazing food. We went two days in a row, once for dinner and the next day for lunch it was so good. I highly recommend! read more

Jake's - View of the water from our table - New American Near Me - Del Mar, California

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It was my parents' anniversary yesterday so made reservations for them here since they hadn't had a date alone in years. I called beforehand to put my card on file and spoke to Dean the manager. He was super nice and helpful. He asked me their names, and how long they have been married. When they arrived and got situated he greeted them personally and congratulated them on their long marriage (33 years). He made sure they had a good time which is special coming from the manager. My parents said they loved the food and the atmosphere. I really appreciated the manager going the extra mile to guarantee a good experience. I'll be coming here for my anniversary also. Just have to get married first read more

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I met some girlfriends for dinner at Jake's. I got a drink at the bar while waiting for my party and it is a great place to hang out for the views. The service and the food was fantastic and you can never get tired of the views. There is also a delicious vegan option. Great spot for a date night or a night out with girlfriends. read more

View and ambience 5/5. Windows are open with breathtaking view of the ocean waves. Service 4/4, 3 for host stand, not terrible but not super friendly. Husband was parking car. Dropped me off and they would not seat me. No line. I get it when a place is busy. Well one of two was very friendly, taller of 2 blondes was. Service at table was very good, friendly enough. Food was okay for price. It was lacking a bit. Potatoes were undercooked. Not much shrimp in the salmon and shrimp omelette. Would we visit again? Like would try another place in Del Mar. Nothing really wowed us. read more

Jake's - Steak and Eggs - New American Near Me - Del Mar, California

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Eating light with #CaesarSalad #ClamChowder #FrenchFries all good but disappointed that the chowder was luke warm #BrusselSprouts as a shared appetizer were good too. Added star for friendly and helpful service, the complimentary #HulaPie for a birthday celebration, and seating by a window with a beautiful view read more

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Best place to grab a cocktail in Del Mar! We love the views, easy valet parking, and highly skilled and friendly bartenders. Highly recommend ! read more

Jake's - Crown Royal Manhattan - New American Near Me - Del Mar, California

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Yelp, why can't we give a ZERO star? This restaurant definitely deserves a ZERO star !!! We came here for a birthday lunch celebration and were very excited to try this restaurant. I was with my wife who had three back surgeries and an Army Veteran who lost one leg serving our country. Obviously, he can no longer walk on his own without the help of his wheelchair. Both my wife and friend had their handicap placards with them, but guess what? Jake's restaurant will not let us park on the Handicap spot if we don't pay $8.00. What???!!! Is that even legal? PLEASE . . . if there's anyone out there reading this post and understand the full extent of the law regarding Handicap Parking, again, please help and report this illegal activity. Thank you. read more

Ambiance was impeccable! Really outstanding. We sat at what I considered the best table in the house. The view could not have been better. Looking out on to the ocean while surfers road the waves people were all around enjoying what the day had to offer. The service we got was wonderful. Our server was thoughtful, warm and patient. It was our first time at Jake's I was excited and Indecisive. The filet mignon was delicious and beefy. The asparagus was huge but tender and delectable. Yummy potatoes with cheese. We all really liked he grilled shrimp it came with pickled melon bursting with sweet and sour flavors. The beet salad was a perfect way to start off the meal. I saw several fun looking cocktails. I got the Pua Hana mule. Nice flavors and refreshing an excellent drink to go with the ocean view. Thank you for the delicious meal. read more

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I DONT WANT TO LEAVE!! Everything on the menu is explosive with flavor and so intentional! And to top it off, EMILY is the greatest server we have ever had! She guided us through the menu, made it an incredible dining experience, and was so fun! read more