I'm not exaggerating when I say that this was probably one of the best meals and dining experiences…read moreI've ever had! Jeune Et Jolie is a one-Michelin-star restaurant that specializes in modern French cuisine with influences from the California coast and local ingredients. They're known for their fixed price ($120 per person) 4-course menu that changes with the seasons. I won't bore you with a meticulous breakdown of every dish that we ordered, but they were indeed all delish! Minds were blown every single time. Flavors and ingredients were so intentionally spotlighted, paired, and enjoyed. Loved every bite! Our favorites were the Bavarois D'ete and the Saint Jacques. The whole course was really well paced. I'd say we spent a total of 2 hours there. In addition to the 4 main courses, we also got an amuse bouche, a small intermission course, and a surprise treat at the end (truffles!). We left absolutely stuffed. Their team was also top tier! Super attentive (our water glass was never not full), super informative (every dish came with a short & sweet yet thoughtful explanation), and super welcoming (even though it's 1000% an upscale dining experience, the laidback SD vibe never really left). Definitely a local gem that's worth the visit!

Went here as a family for a birthday dinner. Arrived on time for our reservation and were seated…read morepromptly. My daughter was given a birthday card signed by all of the staff. We chose to dine outdoors which was very nice. It was a balmy August evening and nice to dine outdoors. No heat lamps were needed but they have them for cooler nights. The only downside was the train noise which was a minor annoyance. As an aside, when going inside to use the restroom it was very hot and apparent that there's no air conditioning and an open kitchen. Might want to dine outdoors until this rare San Diego heat wave passes. From beginning to end the service was very professional, yet friendly. We were well taken care of. We were promptly met at the table and provided water and drink orders taken. Service was well orchestrated with a nice pace. The four course prix fixe menu ($120) lasted 2.5 hours. The restaurant is advertised as 'French' but I'd describe the cuisine as French nouvelle/New American/Californian. The serve a four-course prix fixe menu, along with an amuse bouche, a bread course and a final chocolate bite, so seven dishes overall. Serving sizes are reasonable and I was the only one to leave hungry (big guy, works out a lot). In my opinion, all of the dishes here were very good but, with the exception of the yellowtail crudo, none of them was over the top. Desert was served with a candle for the birthday girl. Nice touch! The wine list here is almost entirely French with a couple of California wines also on the list. We did the wine pairing ($120) and all of the wines on this list are French. I found all of the wines, except the desert wine (port like) to be mediocre. The kids did the Sans Esprit ($80) which they enjoyed very much. The only negative here is the 4% surcharge added to the bill. It's noted in the small print at the bottom of the menu, so it's strictly legal. However, I personally find upcharges distasteful and not becoming of a restaurant trying to present itself as having great service. I typically subtract this from the tip.

I chose this restaurant for a celebration dinner with my wife for her birthday since she had wished…read morefor a heritage themed venue and it definitely fit the bill. Paon is truly a hidden gem nestled in the heart of Carlsbad Boulevard. The entrance leads to a nicely appointed outdoor patio with plenty of tables and heating lamps for those chilly evenings. The interior was equally cared for with tasteful Christmas decorations and table dressing. Our waitress was very attentive, knowledge of the menu, and provided great insight on the wine list which helped us in making the right selection to accompany our meal. For our dinner we ordered the French onion soup and organic beet salad for starters. Both were very delicious. For dinner, we ordered the pan roasted King Salmon and the braised Beef shortribs. We both very pleased with our choices and enjoyed every bite of it. To close the experience we ordered the Creme Brulee and shared some complimentary Pistachio ice cream. It was the perfect touch to a very sweet evening celebrating my wife's birthday. We recommend Paon and look forward for our next visit.

Absolutely loved Paon and sad to hear it has just closed! I still wanted to share my experience…read morehere because it is well deserved. Our wonderful server John really made our last visit fantastic. He helped us decide at every course and we were incredibly thankful for his perfect suggestions. All of our food was even more delicious than it looks, if that is even possible. Paon will be missed!

They have moved to Bressi Ranch. Same great food and pastries…read more 6021 innovation St. https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=6021%20Innovation%20Way%20Street%20130%2C%20Carlsbad%2C%20CA%2092009&query_place_id=

Found this super cute bakery on our way down to San Diego and it was exactly what I was looking…read morefor! The pastries were delicious I tried the chocolate almond croissant and the apple cinnamon pastry. Both were flaky and tasty! The service was fast and friendly! They also do bigger desserts like log cakes for the holiday season and fruit tarts which looked amazing! If you're looking for a dessert place this is it!! They also have a sandwich and breakfast menu but I didn't get a chance to try it!

This was the first time I had food from Mangi e Bevi as " take out". It was just as delicious as…read morewhen we dine at the restaurant. Prepared and packaged with love. It was also my first pizza from them. I ordered the Salsiccia pizza which has a sweet fennel sausage on it. The sausage tasted homemade. Perfectly seasoned. We got several pasta dishes which were perfectly served al dente. The order was packaged neatly and prepared on time. The staff is friendly and welcoming as always. Love this place. The food is reminiscent of my Nonna's cooking.

Had lunch Saturday Sep 26, 2026. First there were 2 little hairs on my plate under my napkin about…read more3/8". I just pushed them aside. I ordered lemon for my water. There was another hair on the lemon wedge that was old. We had the Scoglio - spaghetti with muscles around the plate and a pizza. We told the waitress that the muscles tasted old. She went to the kitchen and it took her 5 minutes to come back out. The other 2 people in the restaurant had finished eating. It took her a long time to come back out to tell us that the muscles were in a sealed bag in the refrigerator. Who knows how long in the refrigerator? My friend got food poisoning from it. Kept throwing up and slept for the rest of the day. Still felt woozy the next morning. We called the restaurant and the gal took our name and number down and said the manager will call us. To this date we have not received a call. I guess it's time to call the San Diego Health Department? The pizza was good but too expensive!

Hugo is the new owner and he is a doll! I love the wine and snacks. I'm so happy he bought this…read moreplace and he's doing a great job running this cute wine bar in Carlsbad! My daughter loves it here too! We are enjoying the Schramsberg champagne!!

I think visiting this wine bar was quite possibly the highlight of my getaway to Carlsbad. I love…read morewine and I absolutely love the concept of self pouring stations by the taste, half glass, or full glass. There were over 40 wines to choose from and there were descriptions of them all. Lynn, the owner was kind and clearly had a love for good wines. Ambiance is perfect and it was the perfect little pre dinner drink.

Originally opened in 1985, Mille Fleurs or 1000 Flowers, is one of the most famous French…read morerestaurants in San Diego. My family lives in Rancho Santa Fe, and when I used to come here as a kid, I remember the portions were tiny in the 90s. Over the years, they really have improved, and I think they are much better today than they were in the past. One thing I love about this place is the history of the building it's in and the service. It's also very romantic. It is very expensive, so it's a bit restrictive in that regard, but it is an easy place to have a great dinner. It also leans on the formal side as well, which I am a big fan of. Given that my family lives in RSF, we have been here countless times over the decades, and I feel that the last decade it has been especially good. Our server was extremely polite, and everything that we ordered came out quite fast. This part of RSF can be a bit difficult to find parking, but all the spaces are free and will be on the street. It's really romantic to sit outside under the tree, but we chose to sit inside near the fireplace for this past visit. Both options will be a good call depending on the weather. I started off with a Beet Salad and thought the horseradish emulsion was absolutely fantastic. It was a great combination with the beets. We also were given an amuse-Bouche of Gazpacho, which was actually my favorite bite of the entire meal. I wish I could buy that in large gallon soups. For my entrée, I chose the Wienerschnitzel and thought it was pretty good; however, the meat was a bit chewy, so I think it was a bit overdone. It was not nearly as juicy as it was on past visits, so in that regard I would not recommend it, which is sad to say, because that is one of their signature dishes. Overall, I would highly recommend for a great romantic or intimate work dinner. I will be back many times in the future.

What a pleasant experience! Food is great - especially the chicken pastry dish. The place is…read moreclassy. What sets this place apart is the hospitality. The manager seems to know every single local (that's a good sign). The bartenders (M and J) are also super awesome.

The reason me and all my buddies go to lunch at C's is the food, ambience and Mariana Cabrera…read more She's a great waitress and always has a smile. We are not easy to wait on! Did you know that Wednesday everything on the menu is $20? I had the Mediterranean salad with salmon and it was great especially for $20

I came for the oyster happy hour. The happy hour menu was much more extensive than most, which is…read morewhat drew me in. I ordered the salmon carpaccio, but it was subpar. It was served with old, wilted arugula. The calamari was average. The first round of oysters was okay, but during the second round, both my daughter and I each ate a bad oyster. We were ready to gag at that point. The only reason I didn't give this place one star is because our waiter removed the last dozen oysters from our bill, which I appreciated. Looking around, the dishes served to the tables next to us also looked pretty basic. Unfortunately, I won't be returning.

Just ate at Solterra for the first time in awhile. They've made some nice upgrades to the menu…read more Crab cakes are very nice. The ragu pasta was also excellent. The wines remain quite good. I see some negative comments about the service, but ours was excellent. Our server, Phil, knows the wine and made informed suggestions based our likes. All in all a very well spent evening.

We sat at the bar and our service was great. The short rib paella was a mixed bag; the short rib…read morewas tasty, the paella was nothing special and not great. As for the wine, I liked the Syrah, but not their Chardonnay or Sauvignon Blanc.

Wow, just wow. I am still on cloud 9 after dining here last night with friends. The whole…read moreexperience had us in complete awe, from the warmest welcome at the door, to being escorted outside for our first courses and cocktails, to every detail in between. The ambiance transports you. Dark woods, a central fireplace, and candlelit tables that make everything feel intentional and just right. The food, drinks, and service all delivered. One of my friends said it was on par with French Laundry. iykyk. I am intentionally leaving out the details because I think the discovery is part of what makes dining here so special. You can piece it together from the other reviews. What I will say is that anything less than five stars is simply undeserved. We will not forget this one.

We had a reservation at 6:30 but my husband and I arrived 15 minutes early. We checked in with the…read morefront desk and they informed us that all parties had to be there before we're being seated and were told that we can walk around until reservations time then come back. We've been to many Michelin stars restaurants but the first experience was never like this. Usually, we'd be offered a seat or the bar while we waited. Our parties were finally arrived so we were seated out on the patio. Can't complain much since we had live summer concert from the beach and the sun kissing your skin. We were offered a refreshment drink which tasted refreshing. Champagne and caviar service came after. The condiments that came with the caviar service were spot on but the vessels they were in were too big, the spoons were too chunky for the tiny diced egg whites, yokes, shallots and chives. The summer menu was much better compared to the fall menu. We enjoyed the foods thoroughly. Final bill were 2,400 for a party of five with no wine pairing. Unfortunately, this would be our last time dining here. Since the experience from reception turned us off which dampened a more superior service from the patio and the main dining room.

This was our first visit to Pamplemousse Grill in Del Mar, and if I wasn't living at the opposite…read moreend of the state, I'd be there all the time! PG was recommended to us by sophisticated locals with whom we've dined all over the globe. We arrived a few minutes early, were seated at the lively bar. Served delicious drinks promptly, then ushered to our table for 6 by a very attentive staff. Taking a cue from a frequent patron, I ordered the bison (special) and was delivered a memorable entree after an excellent beet salad. Everyone at our table was pleased with their choice, the service was as terrific as the meal, and the chef politely checked in for comment. This was an important experience for my wife and I; a rare chance to treat two other couples who have been important in our lives. We couldn't have chosen a better spot!

I came here for SDRW as I am a sucker for French food! The pre fixe food selection is pretty good…read morewith the option to supplement your meal with other menu items. I started off my meal with: Roasted Cauliflower Soup - Rich and creamy, this was the perfect start for my meal. Kim Chee Seafood Martini - Not sure why this is called Kim chee because it didn't taste like Kim Chee. Seafood was fresh. Pork Schnitzel- Fried pork cutlet with green beans that were perfectly crisp, although a tad bit salty for me. Although it came with a brown butter sauce, a bit more of a creamy sauce for this dish to provide something for the diner to dip the cutlet in would make this dish even better. Fried egg was perfectly cooked. Red Wine Braised Short Rib- I tried this and it was super tender! Truffle Fries (add on) - This was fried perfectly but would have preferred more truffle flavoring. Warm Chocolate Caramel Cake - Definitely warm and rich! I couldn't finish! Service was great and staff were super friendly. I would definitely return to try some of their regular menu items!