I wish there was a way to rate a 4.5. I can't give Jake's a 5 because there are a few clunkers, but it is closer to 5 than a 4. It is a beautiful restaurant with a lovely view. The service is close to great. The food is for the most part excellent. A few items were not special. We ordered the crispy calamari 5/5, jumbo lump crab cake 5/5, heirloom tomato salad 2/5, watermelon & cucumber salad 3/5, lemon garlic roasted fish 5/5, grilled shrimp 4/5, pan roasted chicken 3.5/5, surfing steak 4/5 (horseradish potatoes too harsh), hula pie 4/5, and chocolate peanut butter torte 5/5 (might have been my best dessert ever). The cocktails are nice. Excellent choices for beers and wines. read more

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Can't beat the location of this restaurant. Right on the beautiful beach at Del Mar. It was a beautiful day when my friend and I met up for lunch. We had reservations and that's highly recommended. Everyone was seated on their enclosed and shaded patio or just inside to take advantage of the view. That's why we are there after all. Parking is a bit tricky in the area. Best to do the $8 valet parking at the restaurant. Street parking is limited to 2 hours nearby. The residential street parking is free and further away. About a 10 mins walk. There are metered and a paid public parking lot across the street for $4/hr on most days. The service was good with a very attentive staff. I got the vegan ramen for lunch because it sounded different so I wanted to give it a try. It fell a little short on flavor and the ramen was falling apart. But it was full of vegetables. My friend ordered the turkey sandwich. The portions were big. She ate half and said it was delicious. She ended up taking the other half home for dinner. The homemade potato chips looked good but I was told too vinegary for her taste. read more

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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

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 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

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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They set up the table for my birthday it was so sweet. We always get a table by the window when we come to visit! It's worth the wait. Trying to try something new when we go - the seafood pot was really flavorful!!! My mom got the steak for the first time and it was VERY dry unfortunately. Usually she gets the ahi - she wishes she got that. The waiter was very nice and managers as well read more

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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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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

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

The food was fantastic, but what I really want to shout out is the service. Our server, Emily was amazing. She gave excellent recommendations and had a magnetically positive attitude. I don't remember the last time I had so much fun at dinner! Thank you for the great experience. Beautiful view of the ocean too. read more

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

The view and service and ambiance is 10/10, but the food is a 6/10. I recommend making a reservation to get the best table possible! We walked in on a week day and although we still had a view, there were 2 rows of tables in front of us. This place has a small menu with the typical seafood items: - Ceviche (2/5): lacked flavor. Used cooked fish instead of shrimp - Mai Tai (2/5 for flavor, 5/5 if youre just trying to get drunk!) It's super strong but not very enjoyable! - Chowder (4/5): good seafood flavor, served with bread - Seafood pot (5/5): lots of seafood and a great size to share for 2 (they will separate it in a bowl for you) Overall, I would come again, just for the seafood pot and chowder read more

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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

Excellent service with all the staff especially the valet team. This place is packed nightly and reservation is recommended. Beautiful view of the ocean and after your meal, you can exit towards the beach and you're footsteps onto the sand. Everything on their menu was delicious. Huge drink menu at the bar and huge whiskey menu for us whiskey lovers. Their seafood combo was excellent. I highly recommend. We had a fun time. Cheers! read more

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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

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

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

Let me start by saying that we love Jake's and the food is always on point. we had a reservation today at 4 o'clock and decided to come in early. They said we could sit in the bar, but there were tables in the bar that were open and they said we could not sit at them because they weren't seating until 4 o'clock. As much as I understand that while we have sat here, they are seating people in the bar at those tables. When I asked the hostesses were kind but kind of put off by me asking if we could sit at this one table and now there is a party 15 minutes later sitting at that table. Just wanted to bring this to your attention. read more

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

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

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Great ambiance and service. Wait staff very attentive. Good was outstanding. Would highly recommend.

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

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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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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Food was great. Tried short ribs this time, which were really tender and great flavor. Got there just in time to watch the sun set on the Pacific. Service was great. Great experience as usual. read more

I love Jake's for a Sunday drink and the ambiance. I feel the views of the beach are SO close and calming...you really can't beat this location being so close to what I believe is one of the most beautiful beaches I've seen in California. Plus, I enjoy the music and the bar vibe and like to reflect while watching the waves...this is one of my current favorite spots. read more

I love having dinner at Jake's. My husband and I went there on January first to celebrate New Year's. We were sitting in a very nice spot facing the ocean and having a great time ourselves. For dinner, salads first and then entrees. The salads were great, entrees hmmmm not so much. Mine was tasting like perfume and Patrick's entree was only truffle oil taste, like super strong. But what really disappointed us was the service. The waitress was working like a "road runner" she would just pass by, most of the time running. We couldn't complain about the food bc she wasn't there, so we ate a little and we left in a sad mode wishing that Jake's comes back having good service and good food. read more

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

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

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So much to improve at Jake's which has fallen from outstanding to don't bother. Location and service were very good. Food: Calamari- good and crispy but chintzy portion Avocado toast- how could you put that out the door without cringing. Avocado goop, no sliced avocado here. Barely edible Fish and chips- chips soggy, fish greasy. All room temp. Clearly sitting awhile Salmon Cesar salad- overdressed soggy salad, again, clearly sitting awhile. Fish room temp. How far you have fallen read more

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

We had dinner early the other night? Restaurant was lovely...the ocean setting was great. The waiter was obnoxious. Abrasive and did everything to make sure our evening was rushed. Food mediocre. Caesar salad had no parm on top, no anchovies, bland lettuce. The worst I've ever had. Waiter took all he could off our table before we even got our bill. Rush rush. I do not recommend this restaurants. read more

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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Nice view and great food! Service was at! It took 2hrs from OC to get there but it's still worth. We walked in the beach after lunch. There is a beach access from the restaurant. Enjoy! read more

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Nice viewing area with an amazing atmosphere, but the service was horrible. Our server, Stephen A., brought out my food incorrectly and, as an apology, offered us a free dessert. He never brought the dessert, and his service throughout the visit was extremely slow. Unfortunately, I will not be returning. Food: 6/10 View: 10/10 read more

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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Jake's in Del Mar is everything you want in a beachfront dining experience. Stunning views, delicious food, and quick, friendly service. I had the seafood pot and it was packed with flavor. The broth was rich and perfectly balanced with fresh mussels, clams, shrimp, fish, and more. The lavender yuzu Watzke cocktail was light, refreshing, and unique. Everything came out fast and the atmosphere was relaxed yet elevated. My family and I had an amazing time, left full and happy, and we're already planning to come back. A must-visit if you're in the area. read more

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Solid food for a restaurant right on the beach. If you are visiting Del Mar and looking for a casual place to dine, I would recommend. Service was attentive and ambiance was very nice. The waiter was so nice that he recommended other local places to try as well. read more