Came for brunch with girlfriends for my birthday. We had a lovely time. The vibe is fun and food delicious. Love the remodel. Our waiters was kind and very attentive. We had a huge laugh as I tried to blow out my candle. Glad I didn't burn the place down. I'll be back. read more

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We celebrated our 5th anniversary at Lillian's while staying at the beautiful Inn, and it made for a memorable evening. We started with the warm crab and avocado, which was excellent and a great way to begin the meal. Our server made a genuine effort to communicate with us using his iPhone, sharing additional options not listed on the menu--something we truly appreciated. For the main course, she ordered the breaded veal, and I had the scallops. The veal was just okay; the breading overwhelmed much of the meat, although it remained moist enough to be enjoyable. The scallops, however, were outstanding--perfectly prepared, and a reminder that not many restaurants get scallops quite right. For dessert, we had sorbet, which was the only egg-free option available. Overall, it was a good dining experience, though there is room for improvement. read more

While our waitress was attentive, we had a serious nut allergy at the table and she did not demonstrate a clear understanding of the menu. When i told our waitress, Vivian H., about the allergy and made it very clear, she paused and was only able to identify two items that contained nuts, the lamb and the Brussel sprouts. Within minutes of reviewing the menu myself, I found another item that very obviously contained nuts that she failed to mention, the scallops. That is not a small oversight, it could literally kill my 2 year old niece even with an epi pen onsite, and anyone with proper training takes that kind of allergy very seriously which I felt she did not. I was uncomfortable enough that I had to watch her physically note the life threatening nut allergy on the ticket to feel even somewhat at ease, but still had to thoroughly inspect our dishes because I was so worried she just didn't know what she was talking about. That immediately made the night more uncomfortable than it had to be. Then the food arrived. I ordered the veal, which was overcooked and overpriced. It had the texture and flavor of a chicken tender, which is not something you expect from a dish like that. It was disappointing to the point of being insulting to the baby cow; both in presentation and preparation. My fiance had the roasted chicken, which he felt did not meet the description, it felt rushed and lacked the descriptive seasoning or roasting as on the menu, rather something just put into the oven. They rather abruptly lowered the lighting, to the point where it was very noticeable. We had a deaf member in our party, and when they lowered the lights the 2nd time I couldn't see what she was signing, and I was sitting right across from her. Not that we need bright lighting, I appreciate ambiance, however the lighting felt more to that of a night club than that of a dinner, and not being able to speak via sign language from across the table is just silly and honestly kind of rude. The drinks were excellent. I had a vodka substituted French 75, it was made to perfection. Unfortunately, that was the only redeeming part of the experience. read more

My first time here and it was a great experience. We opted for outdoor seating, and there was an umbrella that mostly shaded us from the sun. Service was friendly and quick. I ordered the Avocado Toast and added an egg and a side of bacon. The bacon was crispy just the way I like it. There was plenty of fresh avocado on the toast, and it came with a delicious pesto. I also asked for a side of balsamic to drizzle on top, which was a great addition. I enjoyed everything and will definitely be back to try their dinner menu. read more

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This refined restaurant is in the heart of Rancho Santa Fe at the Inn. The bar area and lobby are warm and welcoming. The sushi here is fantastic and deserves 5 stars. Many rolls use real crab meat. They are innovative and fresh rolls. The service was friendly but they could use just a few more staff members to help during busy times. Drinks took a while to come. The lobster pasta and scallops were perfectly cooked and full of flavor. The dishes were reasonably priced for a refined restaurant. The lamb chops were ok but everyone agreed they could use a bit more salt. Food and cocktails overall are great here and the restaurant is very nice. read more

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We came here on a Tuesday for brunch, the day before Christmas Eve. It was pretty busy but we were only a party of two and fortunately were seated right away. We sat inside and the decor is beautiful and chic. We were guests at the hotel and had our dog with us, and they were very accommodating. The waiter brought him some water and was very patient with him (our dog is a bit anxious). I ordered Bloody Mary, extra spicy and it was pretty good and strong. We ordered a few things to share; the big-eye tuna pizza, roasted tomato soup, and fish tacos. The pizza isn't actually a pizza but thin pieces of tuna on top of bread. It was delicious. I loved the crispiness of the bread and tuna was fresh and light. The tomato soup came with a baguette grilled cheese and it was my favorite dish out of everything. So flavorful and tangy and paired perfectly with the grilled cheese. The fish tacos were alright. A little in the dry side unfortunately, but still tasted good. Service was great. Our waiter was super detailed in answering our questions and was also nice enough to split our soup and tacos into separate plates for us, since we were sharing (at not extra cost). Our food came out quickly and all the staff were friendly. read more

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The perfect date night setting @liliansrsf @theinnatrsf Rancho Santa Fe offers a stunning atmosphere, welcoming service, and cuisine that speaks for itself. Trajen and Alexis are soo friendly, love the atmosphere and the Chef creates such great dishes so exquisite!!! read more

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Came to this lovely establishment this past weekend to celebrate my dear friend's birthday. Seeing as it appeared as pet friendly we reserved patio seating. Staff were extremely courteous and pleasant the entire time. They brought out a water bowl for my dog, which was much appreciated. Although there were some stares from other customers, we had no complaints. Our food was spectacular and we look forward to returning to try the rest of the menu. I'd recommend this restaurant for birthdays or romantic dates and even just a regular Tuesday brunch or dinner. A versatile menu and drinks. 10/10 food and service. read more

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Gorgeous, peaceful setting for brunch with a nice view. Food: 5/5 The crab salad was perfect, the crab tasted fresh and the salad was deliciously balanced. We did not order other items so can't speak on those yet! Drinks: 4/5 The lychee martini was good and had an adorable presentation. It wasn't very strong at all but tasted light and refreshing. Ambiance: 10/10 Lilian's is situated in the Inn at RSF, surrounded by a nicely manicured lawn and foliage. The setting is nice and peaceful, with a coastal touch. Parking: Unless you're staying at the Inn, parking can be found along the streets. read more

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Well, I haven't been back here except once since the remodel and change of ownership. I was here over a year ago and I was not happy. But I decided to try again and I was pleasantly surprised. They were having a birthday party in the bar so I dined outside where I wanted fresh air anyway. They changed all the roses and replace them with lavender bushes. The cocktails had a nice variety. I definitely do not recommend the breaded veal. But the scallops were literally the best I've ever had in my entire life! No metallic brine flavor after taste! My server made everything flow so easily. Really a great place when you just want to relax. I'd still remember the wild salmon carpaccio from a year and a half ago that was absolutely fantastic and completely changed my opinion of wild salmon. Very elegant, but also relaxed; this ambience is perfect for most occasions. read more

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This is a beautiful spot for a date night. The decor gives French Riviera. Service was top notch! Loved the Mariscos Al Fuego (beautiful and delicious). Summer citrus salad was light and lovely. Veal Milanese was perfectly done and dressed with arugula and lemon. Husband loves the spaghetti lobster with the decadent cream sauce. Chocolate cake was unnecessary, but delicious. I do wish they did something special for if you're celebrating a special occasion. They didn't do anything. Also, it was hard for us to find the real parking (valet). We ended up parking where google maps told us where to go, which was at the back of the inn. Beautiful grounds and property so we didn't mind the walk read more

Lilian's - Mariscos al fuego - Seafood Near Me - Rancho Santa Fe, California

I had the pleasure of joining my friend for her baby shower here at Lilian's for Sunday brunch and overall I had a good experience. The vibe is elegant chic with a touch of charm. It's the perfect setting for a date, special occasion, or get together with friends. They have both indoor and outdoor dining. Major props to the young hostesses working that Sunday brunch hour. They were friendly, professional, and seated us immediately. They were also so kind about taking photos for our group. Our server was nice but we felt service was a bit slow at times and had to ask several times to get a refill on our drinks. The food was all fresh and tasty. We had a personalized prix fixe brunch menu and everyone enjoyed their meals. We ate it all :p There is valet parking right in front of the restaurant but also several free parking spots right across the street. Definitely a beautiful setting for brunch or lunch that's worth trying! read more

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Such an amazing experience, food and surroundings were lovely the hotel is also so classy and beautiful

If you're looking for an elevated dining experience in San Diego without the stuffiness, Lillian's delivers across the board. I love it's historic charm and character. Let's talk food: I ordered the prime filet and it tasted great! The meat was very tender and had a really nice crust on it. It tasted buttery and went well with the sauces. My dining partner went with the striped bass, and I have to admit I had some serious entrée envy. The fish paired very well with the beans. They have hospitality on lockdown! Service was attentive without hovering, and our server had great recommendations. It's one of services I've had in California! If you're into quality ingredients, expert preparation, and a relaxed but refined atmosphere, Lillian's should absolutely be on your list. read more

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Dined at Lilian's for my birthday dinner and while I really wanted to love it, the experience fell short of my expectations. The filet mignon was a good quality steak and cooked well but it was under seasoned and lacking flavor. While I enjoyed the sampler of sauces, a good steak shouldn't need to get its flavor from sauces. The potato puree was creamy and smooth but again under salted. The side dishes are all for sharing size which makes it a little awkward to order for 1 person because my husband was having the pasta and didn't necessarily want mashed potatoes with that. Even though the waiter asked about allergies and I said I was gluten free, the birthday dessert that was brought out for me was a dish I wasn't even able to eat. The giant firework candle was super cool but I'd rather not have received a dessert than have something I wish I could eat but can't placed in front of me. Given that our bill was over $250 for 2 people without even ordering drinks, I don't necessarily think the food was worth it. read more

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Lilians is such a beautiful dining experience with amazing service. We tried a few plates and really enjoyed the seafood appetizer as well as the perfectly cooked steak. read more

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The location is spectacular--on a beautiful property (The Inn). The restaurant itself is so pretty, both inside and patio. We had a fabulous meal. Absolutely enjoyed everything. read more

Lilian's - Sunday special pot roast - Seafood Near Me - Rancho Santa Fe, California

Came here to celebrate one of dear girl friends' birthday and really enjoyed everything. It's located inside of gorgeous and super cute inn and the restaurant was super super clean and Soo Soo cute! Everyone here was very nice and the foods and drinks were amazing!! I had their quinoa salad, hamachi, duck appetizer, and scallop and they were all sooo good!! Yes it was little pricey but everything is expensive to eat outside but every bite was sooo good! At the end, they brought a complimentary birthday dessert with candle and it was sooo delicious and super cute! Will def come back and highly recommend! read more

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What an adorable spot! This restaurant is located in downtown Rancho Santa Fe and is a must-visit for anyone who loves experiencing a tasty brunch in a beautiful setting. I'm excited to go back and try their dinner next. My girlfriend and I arrived for our Sunday brunch reservation at noon and found parking along the street in front of the restaurant. The patio dining is set right beside the entrance, which is accessed by a short staircase leading into the restaurant. The front entrance overlooks a lovely courtyard, adding to the charm before you even step inside. When we arrived, there was quite a wait. Luckily, we had a reservation and were seated fairly quickly. Not all restaurants offer brunch reservations, so I appreciated that they do. Food 5/5 Crab Benedict was so good. The salad it comes with was lemony and delicious too. Smashed potatoes were crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. Perfection. Brioche French toast was light and fluffy. I loved the lemon curd and berries on top. Beverages 5/5 Mimosa was refreshing and well-balanced. Bloody Mary was enjoyed by my friend. Something that also can't be missed is the restaurant's decor. It sets a lovely, inviting tone. We dined outside with a view of the courtyard and I had a great overall experience. The only small issue was that the staff forgot my coffee order, and we didn't realize until after we left. A small mishap, but nothing that takes away from the experience. I still recommend this place. It's worth a visit. read more

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My friends and I went here for lunch to celebrate one of my friend's birthday! The place was super nice and connected to a local hotel. It's a true hidden gem! Food was delicious, and we enjoyed the cocktails! We sat outside, and the ambience was really nice and relaxing. It feels like you're on vacation somewhere. Service was top notch! They served us a cute little plate of dessert, and it's a must try for everyone. read more

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We enjoyed dining on the patio, overlooking the major intersection in the village of Rancho Santa Fe and the lawns in front of the Inn. We looked at dining inside, but it was a bit dark. And more formal. The menu continues to improve. We enjoyed a lamb chop appetizer ($28), then the 8-ounce fillet ($62). With French fries, $15. Corkage was $35. The wine list does have a good selection of reasonably priced to high-priced wines. The bill comes with an interesting historical preservation fee of 2% in our case, it was $2.80. Service was excellent. We'll be back for more early evenings on the patio. read more

Everything was over the top! Food, service, ambiance and an amazing woodland dessert.

I had a wonderful experience at this restaurant! I made a reservation for 12 and we were seated in a beautiful corner that gave us plenty of space from the other tables. The service was phenomenal, very attentive...our glasses were never empty. The food was delicious and they managed to serve everyone's dishes at the same time which we appreciated very much. I would definitely come back to this restaurant, it is perfectly romantic for a date night, gorgeous, and relaxing for a night out with friends, and spacious enough inside for large groups. There's indoor and outdoor seating, a bar with some seating if you're waiting for your table and outside of the restaurant but still indoors are some beautiful seating areas as well. They offered valet parking, there is some street parking and there was also a lower lot if you're willing to walk a little bit. I parked in the lower lot and it was a very beautiful and peaceful walk through the gorgeous property to the restaurant. The only thing that I would advise NOT to order was the dessert, Lilian's Wonderland. It was very pretty, a work of art, but it was not very enjoyable as a dessert. The banana split was fantastic and I wish I would've ordered the churro beignets instead, I'll get those next time! read more

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This is my third time at Lillian's I'm hooked. Hooked on good food and great service. The location is amazing and I always enjoy the patio view and comfortable pace. You won't be disappointed if you're out for a bouge lunch to treat yourself . Or when meeting a friend for a special occasion. read more

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From making a reservation to finishing up with our Devine churro beignets...our experience was fab. We asked our beautiful hostess with gorgeous curls and a smile that would melt any heart to provide us shade on the patio and she took extra measure to do so...such a start. Our food was amazing, we could kiss the chef. We shared our plates. Hamachi Crudo, Duck Tostadas and Lamb Chops. The flavor, seasoning and cook on the meat was to perfection. We had a lovely Pinot Grigio from Italy. It was a perfect 73 degree day. Just enough room for dessert and espresso. Our server was wonderful. Even the manager popped by to check on us and cleared our plates. Happy to come back with more friends. read more

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Loved this place. Very quiet and outdoor seating was beautiful. I wanted a mocktail "Lilians Passion" but minus the alcohol but unfortunately it could not be prepared. So I got a mojito. It was refreshing. Food was fantastic. Perfect portions. read more

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Amazing decor, food, drinks, and location!! I will definitely be returning, I love the wide variety of the menu and how friendly our waitress was. The brussel sprouts were my favorite! read more

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We dined at Lillian's 3 times during our stay at the Inn. Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch, & Dinner were all delicious. Our servers Tristan, Trajan, & Ilvia were the best! The view from the outdoor patio was beautiful. Highly recommended for any meal. Staff are friendly and welcoming. read more

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Had an occasion very recently to dine at Lilian's to celebrate a memorable occasion. What a great spot to do so surrounded by a very lovely garden and a very upscale environment. The restaurant is located at The Inn at Rancho Santa Fe and was supported by a very friendly team of folks. Seated outside in the patio area, there was a nice view of the grounds and while it being a cool evening, there were appropriately spaced heaters to keep the guests cozy. The service was fine in that they folks were friendly, but it was noticeably delayed through the course of the evening. In advance of dinner, the table enjoyed two appetizers consisting of the Salmon served carpaccio style and the Peking Duck Tostadas. Starting with the Duck Tostadas, they were very flavorful with an added spice that some might find on the spicy side, but very reasonable. Great moisture and just the right amount to enjoy for more a table. I would order this again. As for the Salmon, it was very evident that fish was at the table from the aroma which was a bit strong. It was topped with a sauce, but this would not be something that I would order again given the texture and strong aroma . . . if you know what I mean. For the entree, I went with the NY Steak which had a very colorful topping that appeared to be along the lines of a chimichurri. Don't be confused, it had a completely different flavor profile which was very mild. While the beef was cooked perfectly, it was a bit on the cool side and could have used a bit of salt and pepper. Overall, the beef was good quality with near nothing left on the plate at the conclusion of the dinner. Overall, the atmosphere and a few of the dishes made this a destination that I was glad to have visited. Very friendly staff, but the service was not quite at the level that I would have expected for a restaurant at such an admired location. Finished plates remained at the table for an extended period of time and water glasses were filled primarily upon request. This rating and the others who have reviewed Lilian's are very fair. Friends adore the hotel as they have stayed on a few occasions, but I am not ready to recommend this restaurant at this point. Good, but not great in my opinion. read more

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Overall my experience dining at Lilian's was good, not great. The white beans soup was spectacular but the truffle mushroom nudity special was underwhelming. It was lacking a depth of flavor besides truffle and the texture of the nudity could have been better. Honestly the reason the review is 3 stars instead of 4 was because of the Lilian's Wonderland desert. Don't get me wrong, the presentation of the "rocks" and mushroom caps in the forest scene was like a work of art. Maybe the dish should have stayed as an art piece because most of the elements were inedible. The pistachio and chocolate cake crumb base was dry and lacking any flavor whatsoever. The meringue mushroom caps were extremely chewy clearly not the correct texture. The best part of the dish was actually the scoop of vanilla ice cream. For a $20 dessert the quality was disappointing. I'm sure many dishes at Lilian's are worth tbe hypoe but unfortunately that wasn't my experience. read more

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Visiting near by for a little weekend getaway with my fiancee. Heard good things about Lilian's so decided to make a reservation. Got seated right away. Service and good and food was good but a few complaints that ruined the experience for us. First off, it was SO dark in the main dining area. The lighting needed to be about 5-10% brighter. We could see our shadows on the menu. Main complaint was there was a larger party that was waiting for their tables to be ready. We were just getting our drinks as they were getting seated. They were obnoxious. They were treating the main dining area as if it was a private room they rented out. Standing around other tables making people uncomfortable, taking loud (almost screaming, they were obviously already wasted), and climbing over the furniture. Other guests were clearly irritated as well. To make matters worse, there were multiple instances where the manager walked by and clearly could have said something, but chose not to. I understand that that party will probably make the restaurants night as far as profit, but there are other guests who are spending money as well and it should be a relaxing and enjoyable experience for them too. I don't know if they do this for everybody, but they could clearly sense we were irritated and brought us "chef made" chocolate chip cookies after I paid. Ice cold. read more

What a beautiful setting with lovely interior and exterior design but this is where my compliments come to a screeching end. Chipped glassware and lipstick marks on cups, tea spoons with green powder and the salads came courtesy of remnants of past foods stuck on the rims and under each plate. You were literally sharing plates with past guests. Something is going on with their dishwasher or someone decided not to have the dishes washed, I'm not sure. We brought it to the attention of a manager but it took a while for them to access the manager who asked what it was we really wanted them to do for us. Well, we want to trust that we eat on clean plates. We want to freely assume that this high end decor is matched by sanitary practices but it seems like it's much to ask for. read more

Dined here when staying at the Inn for a wedding. Enjoyed the Caesar, Geisha sushi roll, and the spaghetti lobster "Homard." The spaghetti lobster and sushi roll were particular standouts. The pasta sauce, flavored with dashi and cognac, was incredible! read more

Lilian's - SPAGHETTI LOBSTER "HOMARD" - Seafood Near Me - Rancho Santa Fe, California

Did the Tuesday date night special, which includes an appetizer to share, 2 entrees and a dessert to share for $95. We got there at 5 and we're seated right away. Ordered the get figgy with it and lilians passion. Both were very well crafted and quite strong. We got the hibachi which was very delicious and fresh. I ordered the steak and my husband the salmon. The steak was a great portion and flavorful and cooked perfectly. The salmon wasn't too special, but the sweet potatos under it were very good! We also added the asparagus as a side, which comes with bacon jam and a poached egg and was soooo good. For dessert we got the beignets and it came with 6 beignets and 3 sauces. The portions are very good. Since it was our anniversary they gave us some champagne as well. Overall a very good experience and recommend trying it! read more

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10/10 dining experience. Every single thing on the menu was a 10/10. Our server, Lexy, was the BEST & made the experience even better. Highly recommend !!!!! read more

Lilian's - SPAGHETTI LOBSTER "HOMARD" - Seafood Near Me - Rancho Santa Fe, California

Perfect ambiance and friendly staff. Had dinner last week at Lilian's and food was better than I expected. Hotel restaurants mostly a hit or miss situation, I wanted to keep my expectations low. To my surprise and delight I really enjoyed what we ordered. The mezcal old fashioned and warm crab salad, and lamb were all noteworthy items. read more

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What a disappointing experience at Lillian. we were really excited to try this place for a Sunday brunch. The restaurant wasn't very busy when we arrived and we were seated for our reservation. It's a cute place with a lot of patio seating. We chose to sit inside. we started with coffee, which was not even served hot. The server seemed completely disinterested. The food came out lukewarm. It would have been good if it was hot. I don't think I'll be going back. read more

Lilian's - Seafood Near Me - Rancho Santa Fe, California

Love the atomosphere! There are plenty of parking which is a huge plus. Service was extremely slow. No one came to greet us for a long time. Waiters, water servers, and hostesses were passing by no one paid attention to us. My husband who is more patient one between us was ready to leave. Once our waitless started attending us, things moved along at a good pace and food was good. I would go back and try different dishes. read more

Ilvia was our lovely and accommodating server! Caesar salad was perfectly dressed and quite habit forming. In house rolls with whipped butter were soooo good! Bang Bang shrimp were tasty. Hamachi Crudo was good. Crab cake was just okay. Prime Filet was perfectly cooked. Puréed potatoes were good. This has been one of our neighborhood go to spots for twenty years. Love the ambience and cool vibe! The only downside was Perry was not the evening's entertainment who adds cool R&B and jazz tunes to the mix. read more

As a Rancho Santa Fe local, I finally gave Lilian's a try after hearing all the buzz. While the setting delivers, the food fell short. The atmosphere is undeniably chic: warm lighting, elevated interiors, and a patio that feels effortlessly upscale. It's the kind of place you want to linger, drink in hand. I went with the wagyu NY strip and lobster pasta. The steak? Solid. Nicely seared, well-seasoned, cooked to temp. I mean, it's wagyu. But for $96, I expected more than just a bare plate with a hunk of meat. Zero garnish, zero presentation. It tasted good, but didn't justify the price tag. The lobster pasta, unfortunately, missed the mark by far -- overwhelmingly salty to the point where both orders at our table were hard to finish. Redemption came in the form of dessert: the churro beignets were actually impressive. Crispy, warm, light, and nostalgic in the best way. Service was fine, but not particularly memorable. All in all, Lilian's nails the vibe, but not the execution. I'd come back for dessert and a drink on the patio -- but definitely not for food. read more

Lilian's - Seafood Near Me - Rancho Santa Fe, California

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