This place is pretty great. Lots of healthy-ish options. Pricing great. Full bar too. Had a couple…read moreof different entrees over a period of time and all were good. Order downstairs, seat yourself upstairs.

I stopped by during happy hour, and it definitely did not disappoint. The happy hour share plates…read morewere delicious, and everything we ordered was packed with flavor. We started with the Seafood & Avocado Ceviche, which was fresh, flavorful, and served with a side of their house-made chips. It is on the smaller side, but it's a great starter. The Blackened Shrimp Tacos come with three tacos and are topped with a roasted pineapple salsa that adds the perfect sweet twist while still letting the shrimp shine. We also tried the Coconut Shrimp Skewers, which are served with butter lettuce for making wraps and a chipotle berry dipping sauce that paired so well with the shrimp. My favorite was the Baked 4-Cheese Penne with Cauliflower & Prosciutto. It's basically an elevated mac and cheese super cheesy, packed with flavor, and topped with a crunchy finish. The cauliflower and prosciutto added great texture and made it even more satisfying. The staff was welcoming, friendly, and attentive. If you're looking for a great happy hour with delicious share plates Ki's Restaurant is definitely worth checking out! Between the delicious food, great happy hour, beautiful beach views, and excellent service, I'd definitely recommend stopping by.

This is located at the Inn. It has cute decor! You can sit outside or inside…read more The brunch menu was pretty simple. I just got the eggs anyway, with bacon and sourdough. The coffee was delicious. I got a mocha and it was made perfectly sweet. Will need to come back and check out their dinner menu

We left feeling underwhelmed by both dinner and breakfast. Given the restaurant's reputation and…read morehigher-end pricing, we arrived expecting a memorable dining experience, but across both meals we found the food and service fell well short of expectations. -- Dinner We started with the Roasted Tomato Soup, which tasted very similar to a canned grocery store soup - perfectly edible, but lacking the freshness and depth we expected. The Spicy Rigatoni Alla Vodka was certainly spicy, but beyond the heat it was surprisingly bland and short on flavor. Dessert - the Samoa Sundae, along with the complimentary cookies (which were a nice touch) - was the standout of the evening and genuinely excellent. We regularly dine at Michelin-starred and other fine dining restaurants, so we're more than happy to pay premium prices when the quality warrants it. Here, however, the value simply wasn't there. Charging around $40 for a basic pasta dish and $15 for simple sides like fries sets a reasonably high bar, and unfortunately the food didn't live up to those expectations. Service was friendly and attentive overall, although there were a few noticeable missteps, including dishes being served to the wrong guests and water being poured while we were in the middle of settling the bill. -- Breakfast Breakfast the following morning reinforced our overall impression. Coffee was served from an automated bean-to-cup machine rather than being freshly prepared, which felt out of place for a restaurant at this price point. We also weren't offered sugar with our coffee and had to wait until we could flag someone down. We noticed the café just a few meters away was preparing barista-made coffee and matcha drinks, but when we asked, our server wouldn't offer them from the restaurant. We then overheard her telling another table that they would need to walk over to the café to order them separately, and that these premium drinks weren't included in the complimentary hotel breakfast. The food itself was equally disappointing. The eggs were overcooked - hard, rubbery, and lacking much flavor. The deconstructed salmon bagel was an odd choice. At $28, we expected a thoughtfully composed dish, not one that required us to assemble it ourselves. It felt more like an unnecessary gimmick than an elevated presentation. The pancakes were fine, albeit slightly raw in the middle. My father is vegan and, after noticing that the only breakfast entrée suitable for his diet was the Avocado Toast, I emailed the hotel in advance to ask whether any additional options could be prepared during our three-night stay, so he wouldn't have to eat the same dish every morning. Two days later, I received a reply that essentially reiterated what was already on the menu and said my comments would be passed along to the restaurant team. Unfortunately, I never received any further communication from the restaurant team, and his dietary requirements were not acknowledged in any way during breakfast. For a hotel and restaurant positioned at this level, that was particularly disappointing. Service also slipped at the end of the meal. Once we had finished eating, our server disappeared entirely. After waiting for some time, we eventually had to go inside the restaurant to find someone so we could ask for the check, only for that employee to then head to the back to locate our server. -- Overall, both meals were adequate, but neither came close to justifying the restaurant's reputation or pricing. During our three-night stay at the hotel, we chose to dine elsewhere after our first dinner and breakfast, and left feeling that there are far better dining options available.

First of all, what an amazing place!…read more I visited with my boss and several corporate vendors, and it turned out to be one of the best dining experiences I've had in a long time. Surrounded by a great group of people, the atmosphere was fantastic, but it was the creativity and execution of the chef's cuisine that became the main topic of conversation throughout the evening. We ordered a variety of starters and entrées, sharing everything family-style so everyone could sample different dishes. Every item had its own unique flavors, beautiful presentation, and attention to detail. Honestly, every bite was memorable. Our favorites included: 1. Maytag Blue Cheese Soufflé 2. Burrata & Stone Fruit Salad 3. Organic Grapefruit & Avocado Salad 4. Bluefin Tuna Tartare 5. Tempura Soft-Shell Crab 6. Mafaldine & Guanciale Puttanesca 7. Miso Roasted Black Cod 8. Kuro Wagyu Ribeye 9. Cabernet-Braised Beef Short Ribs 10. Spice Seared Local Bluefin Tuna Actually, that's like everything on the menu and every single dish was exceptional! The service was equally impressive. Lino our server took great care of us, offering perfect recommendations and creating a warm, personable experience from start to finish. Celebrating both my birthday and a recent promotion here made the evening even more special. The restaurant surprised me with a thoughtful celebratory treat that was a wonderful touch. And I can't forget the amuse-bouche that started the meal, it was phenomenal. Check out the photos, especially the watermelon sorbet. An unforgettable evening with outstanding food, exceptional service, and a truly memorable atmosphere. Highly recommended!

My wife and I joined another couple Saturday night, they made the reservation and were quite…read moreexcited to share this place with us. We did quite a bit of research and were pretty excited as well. The hosts when we walked in the door were quite lovely, professional and hospitable. They walked us to our table, a bit of small talk and away they went. Our server approached us, pushy from the moment he opened his mouth, and an arrogance to him that was so off putting. He informed us about the Ala carte and the 3 course menus and went on his way. The service lacked any level of hospitality, was dry and cold, nothing I thought we would be getting in a place of this caliber, so we thought. The food was amazing, as long as you are in no rush to eat. We asked our server twice about the food and simply waited. There didnt seem to be any type of management around otherwise they would have talked to us early on. If the manager was the gentleman pouring people's wines,maybe you spend less time pouring wine and more time speaking to your guests...just our 2 cents. A gifted dessert bite was sent our way as their way of saying "our mistake", but too little, too late. For what we spent, not even close to the experience we expected. Food: 8 Greeting: 9 Ambiance: 6 Service 2 Unfortunately, wont be back.

I recently visited Solana Beach Kitchen and honestly had such a great experience that I had to…read moreshare. From the moment we arrived, the service really stood out. The manager, Andrea, along with Tara, took amazing care of me and my friends. They were attentive without being overbearing, super friendly, and made us feel genuinely welcome the whole time, which is something you don't always get. I ordered an Aperol Spritz, (if you ever ordered, please get it with campari. we also got a margarita, both were perfectly made. The spritz was refreshing and well-balanced, and the margarita was just as good, not too sweet and really smooth. Definitely a great start to the night. The food was just as impressive. Everything came out surprisingly fast, especially considering how good it was. You can tell there's real attention to quality and flavor. The ambiance is another highlight. It has this relaxed, chill vibe but still feels put together and a little bit "cute" in the best way. It's the kind of place that works perfectly whether you're going on a date, catching up with friends, or just want a nice casual dinner without it feeling basic. Overall, great service, delicious food, quick turnaround, and a really enjoyable atmosphere. I'll definitely be coming back

Tried SB Kitchen for lunch. Sat outside under an umbrella. Plenty of parking during lunch and the…read moreshopping center this is part of had a parking garage at the back. Service was okay. I had to remind the waitress I hadn't gotten my drink and had to ask for the check at the end. The food was just okay. I got the Hot Chick chicken sandwich and my friend got the classic burger and we split them. Neither had much flavor, which really surprised me with the chicken sandwich as it's supposed to be Cajun spiced. We both paid the extra $4 to change the fries to truffle fries. That had the most flavor of anything.

Pacifica has been a staple in Del Mar for so many years. Sad to see that it is going away in Dec…read more Wish all the staff the best. The food is good and the view is great.

A nice, fancy spot with a good view. Food was good can't complain about that. Place was clean…read moreportions were good. Customer service was ok, they were nice but could've been more attentive & alert. We came here for my Goddaughter's BDay so it was a big party of 14. So yes they can hold big parties which is cool. Most of us got the Steak, Pesto Chicken Sandwich & Burger meals. We all liked our food, fresh & good, one of the better burgers I've had. The chips & salsa was a no tho so I'd skip that next time. Like a said customer service was nice but there was a couple mishaps. One, a waiter dropped a whole soup on my Goddaughter's mom's back & hair & dress, yes he said he was sorry but could have meant it a bit more.. Luckily my friend didn't say nothing was calm got up went to the bathroom with friends to clean up came back & just said, this sucks I just had my hair done. The waiter could have offer a free drink or appetizer at least. Then when the bill came & we paid we noticed all our checks were wrong some of us paid for other people's items. They didn't know how to fix it so we just fixed it ourselves by paying each other on Venmo what ever we owed each other. It was an inconvenience, food was good tho & spot very nice & loved the burger but not sure I'll come back because it is a bit pricey & just expected a bit more customer service wise.

Let's start with the ambiance, 10/10! Roberto and his wife are amazing. They're always singing,…read moreinteracting with guests, and creating such a warm, authentic atmosphere that genuinely makes you feel like you've been transported to Italy. The food was just as incredible. I started with the Carciofi alla Romana, and it was hands down the best artichoke I've ever had. Then I tried the daily special, which was absolutely delicious -- everything tasted fresh, authentic, and full of flavor. I also had the Imperior Pour, which includes three 2 oz pours of their incredible wines and was the perfect way to experience a few different selections. Between the food, wine, atmosphere, and hospitality, this place is truly something special. You can feel the passion behind everything they do. I'll definitely be coming back!

I like to be totally honest when I talk about businesses and reviews…read more I am not going to take away from the food because it was very good, I'm not going to take away from the servers, although our dinner was ruined a bit as we were there for a birthday party for my grandson who is turning one and our son who is turning 30. My son's meal did not come until probably 15 minutes after the rest of the meals were served, and in the end, our daughter had to leave with our grandson because everything took too long, so she could not wish our son a happy birthday when the cake came out. The server was truly apologetic, but sadly who we thought was the manager, and who was actually the owner was the biggest arrogant jerk I have ever met. I have eaten and worked with some of the best chefs around the world and in Europe names like Ducas and Paul Bocuse, and his arrogant attitude completely ruined our entire meal. Sadly, we will never go there again because it is not just about the food, but the hospitality which apparently he did not realize. So hopefully if you decide to go, you go on a slow day because obviously he does not care if things go wrong when it is busy.

Old school great!…read more Service is good and so is food but its been 2 years...look forward to getting over again soon.

$35.50 for ONE Margarita? Check Your Bill Before You Order a Large!…read more Four of us went to Fidel's for dinner tonight. The food was good, and we were enjoying our evening until we received the bill. Two people in our group ordered skinny margaritas. The waitress asked if they wanted a small or a large. One person ordered the large. When the bill arrived, we were shocked to see that ONE large skinny margarita was $35.50. This was not a Cadillac margarita. Nothing special was added. It was simply a large skinny margarita. I went back and looked at the menu because $35.50 for one margarita seemed outrageous. The prices for the smaller margaritas were listed, but I could not find a price listed for the large. Had we been told that ordering a large meant paying $35.50 for one drink, we absolutely would not have ordered it. The food was good, but charging $35.50 for a margarita without clearly showing that price on the menu left such a bad impression that we will not be back. If you order a margarita here, ask exactly how much the large costs before saying yes.

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.

You expect high prices when dining in RSF. Those weren't a surprise…read more You also expect quality food in exchange for those prices. I started with the lobster bisque, and it was awful. It was one of the worst I've ever had. It had no lobster in it and was super bland. I had to add salt and pepper to give it some flavor. When I added this to my bisque, my buddy asked for the salt and pepper to do the same. I wasn't alone in my opinion. I then followed it up with the filet. It was also bland and needed salt and pepper. With a medium-rare preparation, I expected a moist, tender steak. It was dry and relatively rough for a filet. The only reason I'm not giving one star is that the service was solid. Zero complaints there. I much prefer Nick & G's or Lillian's when dining in RSF.