The food, service, and ambiance are great. Specifically, the creativeness and quality of the menu items - amazing. I have eaten the entire menu :) and love it. FYI: They have the best (Brant) burger in town bar none - I love it medium rare - suggest you try the same! Now to the bar. A relaxing place for a mid-day drink or two :) with a great selection of spirits, wine, and beer. The best part is Tessa, a day shift bartender. She knows her profession/craft and makes a great and well balanced pour via a great selection of spirits. She is also friendly and insightful in conversations, adding to a very great overall experience. read more

We went to the Roxy to see a band the other night. The clientele seemed to be a mix of younger and older people. The buzzword drink with "buzz button" in it is really interesting, it's a plant that makes your mouth tingle. Unfortunately there were a lot of sound issues with the band, that never really seemed to be worked out totally. There was a lot of starting and stopping. It also got pretty crowded (more younger crowd came in) so we left early-ish and there was a huge line to get in by that time. I'm not sure if the sound issues are a normal thing or that was a one off but it kind of makes me lean towards not trying to see bands here. read more

This is for the Roxy and their food stand. The portions are huge and the food tastes and looks fresh. The service was great. Easy to order with helpful service at the register. Since this is not at the physical restaurant I can only observe the feel of the food stand. Is was lively with quick service. read more

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Fun, open-&-airy atmosphere, relaxed and casual -- yet lively, with a variety of seating options inside and outside (I appreciate the bar top and the high-top table options). From our initial impression at the host desk, customer service was impressive; the staff was contagiously positive and friendly, making one feel welcomed! We were fortunate to be served by Sam (energetic, positive-&-friendly, approachable, and attentive), who made our first visit a very enjoyable one. Having a talented performer entertaining us in the early afternoon was a huge bonus! Cocktails were done well. Desiring something small, we shared their (3.5 stars) Baja Salad ($16), which was sparse on ingredients and rather bland in flavors (I was trying to locate all of the listed ingredients); however, light & refreshing -- sufficient for our progressive dining/drinking plan for the day. I'm curious to experience more of their menu items. From Saturday (11 AM - 3 PM) to Sunday (10 AM - 3 PM), one may only order off their Brunch menu. The menus do state that "a 3.95% surcharge will be added to all checks to support free live music, food market volatility, and other operational costs". Absolute fun find! read more

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We found this great place by accident. Bacardi our server was friendly and efficient. Our burger and Caesar Salad were delicious and enough for 2 people. They also have an excellent Happy Hour. read more

My girlfriend and I were looking for a dinner spot with live music and stumbled upon this place. I guess she has been here before as well but it was my first time. And this is such a cute spot! Right behind the metro station on the Main Street you'll find the roxy. They have an indoor outdoor Vibe with a lot of windows which adds a really nice feel to the restaurant while still staying warm in this San Diego winter. I love the live performers it was such a nice Vibe of instrumental piano and guitar while we enjoyed our dinner. Our server was very tentative and did a really good job at explaining the dishes when we are being undecisive. Overall I had a really great experience and definitely would recommend this place if you're looking for a dinner with live music. They do live music most days of the week just check their schedule online ahead of time. read more

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Came for Happy Hour and dinner on a Saturday night. Appreciated the various gluten free options. Happy Hour starts at 3pm but we planned to have dinner too so came a little later. Arrived just before 5pm on Saturday night and got 3 top one table away from the stage and a table away from the front. Good location to hear the music while also people watch. Perfect timing because about an hour later the place was packed. Good service, several wait staff checked on us, made sure we had drinks, water, and were quick to take our order and remove empty plates. Hubby and I shared the garlic fries (gluten free). I got a Coupe de Vie and he got the Pizza Port IPA. Happy Hour pricing so $2 off the drinks. The Coupe de Vie was tasty, the Wheatley Vodka was okay, would be smoother with Grey Goose. I would have gotten another but wanted to be able to sleep. Followed that up with Bees Knees. The ginger has a kick so be forewarned. The Spinach and Arugula salad (gluten free) was delicious. Generous portion. Lots of spinach, light on the arugula just the way I like it. Will definitely order again. Hubby devoured his Roxy Burger, enough said. Live music was a talented young man on the keyboard, who played a variety of genres. Neat rendition of Pink Floyd's Wish You Were Here. Will be back again. read more

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shame on me for not writing this sooner. have eaten here a couple of times, once with friends and once for desert. the first time was so long ago the photos did not link to this review. if you're curious, you gotta do a little work. I'm not much of a desert person but really needed some closure after a disappointing dinner at Sago, a restaurant a few doors down. the MOLTEN CHOCOLATE LAVA CAKE with whipped cream, berry coulis, fresh berries, and powdered sugar filled the void nicely. flash backward many months: met friends for dinner here (their suggestion) so long ago they've divorced and are seeing other people, hence my snarky, self-deprecating remark about shame on me. started the evening with an ORANGE RUMSICLE (Bumbu aged rum, lemon, orange Madagascar vanilla liqueur, and egg white). am partial to dusty martinis but am trying to be less predictable. the rumsicle was good but no way I'm ready to give-up Grey Goose and blue-cheese olives. the wife unit and I shared the GRILLED ROMAINE CAESAR (grated parmesan, organic baby romaine, garlic ciabatta croutons, Caesar dressing). tiny twist on what has become a restaurant standard. sad that the dressing has been toned down to not offend finicky American palates: light on the punch-in-the-face flavors of lemon, garlic, and anchovies. on a personal note: I make my Caesar dressing with garum, a Roman style fish sauce, though have been known to substitute Red Boat in a pinch. the ex-couple split the VODKA PENNE (gluten-free pasta, vodka-cream sauce, grated parmesan, and basil oil) with grilled shrimp. just realized that's what my wife had for dinner last night at Vigilucci's. should I be worried? anyway, that evening my lovely wife had the EMPANADAS (ricotta, summer squash, and roasted cremini filled pastries with house pesto) and I had the PORK BELLY ADOBO (Seaboard Farms pork, soy-marinated soft-boiled egg, white rice, adobo broth, and scallions). both dishes were outstanding. we finished with BEIGNETS (pastry cream-filled pastries w/powdered sugar and a berry coulis). good but less beignet than a plump, roundish, deconstructed eclair. live music at least the two times we were there. appreciate places that support local artists. looking back, it was a lovely evening, bitter-sweet in retrospect. read more

The Roxy Encinitas - MOLTEN CHOCOLATE LAVA CAKE with whipped cream, a berry coulis, fresh berries, and powdered sugar - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Encinitas, California

They have a chill vibe with live music on Fridays. I wasn't the biggest fan of their food options on the menu and the food just didn't really seem worth the price. The place seemed to have maybe one or two people serving the whole place so it took a bit of time and had to flag down our server multiple times to get things. Overall I'd probably just go there for drinks at the bar but that's it. read more

The Roxy Encinitas - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Encinitas, California

Very overpriced for very mediocre food and drinks. They charge for a shot glass of pineapple juice (used as a chaser to shots served in rocks glasses) which is something I've never heard of, if we were ordering a full glass of pineapple sure, a shot glass full? Absolutely not. Their 'special butter burger' is the same price as their regular burger which comes with more toppings. Don't even get me started on the service, absolutely horrible. Our server was basically nonexistent and her coworkers did more to actively care for our table while she was off doing who knows what. The dj played through a lot of game audio and was very late to switch back to the game sound. Also had to hunt down our own silverware and napkins. read more

The Roxy Encinitas - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Encinitas, California

I was very upset that I did not get to attend the Yelp event when it was happening but I had the opportunity to stop by today during am outing thay turned into a solo date for me. I started the day by reading near the Moonlight Beach and started feeling famished. Of course, the first thing I did was hop onto Yelp to see what was nearby. Next thing you know The Roxy was a 5 minute walk. How could I refuse. It took minutes for me to be seated inside and was assisted by Bacardi B, who was certain he was terrible at was he does. Is he attentive, he catches on and knows how much attention each table needs. If you know, you know. My meal was delicious I had The Roxy Scramble no cheese and sooo freaking delicious. The perfect amount that doesn't leave you feeling like a glutton and of course I added Sriracha for an extra kick. Honestly i didn't expect to have a drink because I was stuck on the English Breakfast Tea but mannn if you don't try the Espresso Martini you're going to wish you did. So creamy and delicious. I had the pleasure of meeting Terry who checks in to make sure everything is up to par and he is absolutely welcoming. He let me know on Wednesdays they have some jazz and I also got to experience the DJ on Sundays. This place is a complete vibe. Mind you I came in with the intention of grabbing food, reading and leaving and I stayed about 3 hours I was happy they didn't kick me out as a solo person with a book. Ill be back and have already started telling people about this place. read more

The Roxy Encinitas - Espresso Martini - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Encinitas, California

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I went to the Roxy on my bday ! I always have a great time. They have great drinks and the best live music.

After a long day of hiking, my good friend and I decided to stop here for a cocktail. The Roxy Encinitas was established in 1978 and was originally a restaurant and Ice cream place. It is the longest operating business in Encinitas. It has been through a recent remodel in 2016 and continues to serve the North County coastal community. I had never been here before, but it's a favorite watering hole for my friend. We received really good service from the bartender. I went with a Cosmopolitan and my friend had a Vodka Martini. Both drinks were stellar! Atmosphere is very inviting and relaxing just as a beach bar should be. They feature live entertainment nightly as well. Be sure to park behind the restaurant or street parking is available. We did not have time to eat but I plan to return in the future to try their food. read more

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Okay -- I LOVE this place!! I can't believe it's taken me so long to try it -- but I was SO pleasantly surprised by how good the food was! I ordered the salmon with truffle fries and I was blown away by yummy it was!! The drinks were good too -- we ordered a mixture of drinks, and honestly the negroni & the dirty martinis were done super well! Wish I had remembered to take a photo of my food -- but was having too good a time by the time it came to remember to do so! ;) The best part of this place is the vibe -- such GREAT live music, and so many happy, smiling, dancing people! What a great place to start the night off at! Ambiance: 10/10 Service: 9/10 Food: 10/10 Drinks: 9.5/10 Cost: 8.5/10 read more

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If you like to take your dining experience to a more upscale level, The Roxy is a great place to make that happen. The menu is interesting, items for sharing as well as entrées. We enjoyed the charcuterie which was suitable for 2-4 people. There is a full bar and speciality cocktails. The Roxy provides live music, usually something mild and mellow. The staff is attentive and friendly. The thing that's attractive about the Roxy and a little different is the ambience. It's calm & classy on the inside and friendly and breezy on the outside. Great place to have an intimate dinner or enjoy Encinitas with a group of friends. Cheers! read more

This place rocks (pun intended)!!! My husband and I came here on a Saturday evening in January and loved everything about it. First of all, it wasn't busy which surprised us, but maybe it was the time of year. We read reviews that it was dog friendly and planned on sitting inside after signing a waiver. I guess they don't do the waiver anymore and let dogs in because they said they couldn't sit us inside even with the dog. We sat just behind the gate so we were outside but felt inside. We ended up moving MORE outside after learning the heater above our table was broken. The heaters on the patio crank and we were just fine. We could still hear the live music which is so nice to have. The service was great. Food came out very promptly and hot. Our cups were never empty and we didn't get pestered. Our waiter also recommended the cheese curds which were not on the menu and they were DELICIOUS! So flavorful on their own with herbs in the breading. YUM. I recommend eating with a little marina. The ranch was good, but not needed because it masked the great flavor. For entrees my husband got the bucatini carbonara with chicken and I got the beef stroganoff. My husband said his pasta didn't even need the chicken, it was so good on its own. My beef stroganoff.... Good Lord it was good. I could eat that in the daily and die happy. They said the menu is seasonal but I sure hope the stroganoff is there was I come back because I WILL BE BACK. PS. They also made a banging Shirley temple with a perfect Sprite to grenadine ratio. read more

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My friend and I came here for dinner and ordered the steak frites and a Caesar salad. Unfortunately, the Caesar had very little flavor, and the steak frites portion was extremely small, literally three small pieces of steak, maybe two bites each. For a meal that came out to $72, it felt really disappointing. The next day, both my friend and I woke up feeling extremely sick after eating there. I called the restaurant hoping they would offer some kind of meaningful compensation, but the only offer was a free dessert if we came back. I appreciated the response, but honestly, I don't feel comfortable returning, and a free dessert doesn't really make up for the experience. Overall, the food, portion size, and handling of the situation were very disappointing. read more

My friend and I stopped in after a day at the beach! I got a glass of cava that was on the happy hour.. props to them! And my friend got a Paloma! She said it tasted horrible! We got an order of garlic fries! The fries were really good! It took a long time for our server to come back! No one asked if we even liked our drinks. Not from this town but I would say there are better spots to get a drink and an app' read more

The Roxy Encinitas - Garlic Fries - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Encinitas, California

Came here during the street fair to grab some real food. My friend and I shared a burger which was fantastic with a side salad that was just ok. Busy but our server was fantastic and so sweet. The place was packed, live music a bit too loud to really converse. They have a great menu read more

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Love the falafel burger it's only thing I need to get!! I always got it at the Del Mar fair each summer. The tahini dressing that's on it is so good--it's drinkable. read more

The Roxy Encinitas - Falafel Burger - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Encinitas, California

We attended Yelp's Women Run North County celebrating Women-Owned Businesses at the Roxy and it was so great. The venue is beautiful, small and very intimate and the staff was friendly. The bar was hopping and the bartender's drinks were on point. I tried the minty martini with Irish Cream and it was very tasty). The bites were nice as well. One of my favorites was the clam chowder from Lobster West and Kim the owner was amazing! Thank you Audrey, Yelp Elite, The Roxy, and all the amazing vendors that help make this event so great. What a great way to celebrate Women owned businesses!!! read more

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Very disappointed with The Roxy--the food was overpriced and boring. My wife had been wanting to go back for the falafel burger and here we were. We came during lunch, the Italian sub was skimpy on meat and fillings, the falafel burger was just okay, and only the garlic fries were amazing. What really infuriated us: a sneaky 3.95% surcharge fee that popped up out of nowhere on the bill, that was not listed anywhere on the lunch menu. Why insult your guests? If costs are rising, just update the menu prices transparently like a respectable place. Hiding behind a vague surcharge feels deceptive and cheap--it ruined the whole experience. Later we found the surcharge listed at the bottom of the dinner menu. But not on our lunch menu. Are we supposed to scour the menu looking for nonsense fees? My wife was pissed she didn't make a stink about the bill, and will never return. Plenty of better options without these gimmicks. I can't fathom how The Roxy thinks the public likes getting ripped off and feeling foolish. Thanks, Yelp for letting us vent! read more

It's a 5 star because the food was delicious. I had the chicken Pita & my partner had the pulled pork sandwich We each felt the flavor was excellent. Our server Sam gets an award for his customer service & how he handled a very difficult customer that challenged every item on the menu due to health reasons He was patient & very accommodating. He represented your restaurant with style & class. It was a pleasure. The ambiance & menu choices were great. Definitely would go back. read more

Had a lot of fun meeting up with my girls at The Roxy. We hit the Happy Hour to get a bunch of drinks, the Mai Tai was really good and we had a bunch of appetizers. The garlic fries, meatballs, and cheese curds were a hit. We also ordered salads, cheese dip with pita bread, and risotto which were also very good. The service was good and the 2 man band was great. Doors were open so it was a little chilly so bring a jacket and enjoy the fresh air. read more

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Had such an amazing time at the Women Run North County Event. Wonderful vent space, Staff was super friendly. Drinks were delicious & fast service. Will definitely pop by again!! read more

Love this place! Would be 5 stars except last time I was there finally at the front of the line after waiting 20 min, the bouncer that looks like a 50 year old spray tanned thumb let a group of 8 people cut in front of my wife and I by paying him $20 each to his personal Venmo. Was a total dick about it too, said "oh you wanna go in right now? you can pay me $20 each too. Otherwise wait here" Cut this shit out and I'll go back to 5 stars. read more

The Roxy Encinitas - Douche - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Encinitas, California

This past Saturday while out and about in the Porsche with the top down, on a beautiful California morning, the end of the drive was Encinitas and our stomachs were growling for a meal and a beverage. After parking the car shortly before 1PM, we took a stroll along the main street in search of a proper establishment to meet our dining needs, and Roxy looked like the place. Nestled along the street, boasting sidewalk seating with ultimate "people watching" opportunities, the only additional requirement was a good menu, and their brunch menu checked all the boxes! After being seated, we were welcomed and greeted by Lucie and offered some cool water as we began the selection process. Arriving at the Pastrami Benedict, Chicken & Waffles, and two Pample Mousse Cocktails, we proceeded to gaze at the never ending parade of people passing before us. Roxy is very hipster, casual, dog friendly, beachy, and comfortable with outdoor and indoor seating. On Saturdays after 1PM, there is a 3.95% entertainment fee for live musical performances. When the food and beverages arrived, everything looked very delicious! The Pastrami Benedict was topped with perfectly prepared egg that oozed a rich yolk over the dish, and a single bite was heavenly, and the side of fried potatoes crisp on the outside and tender on the inside and completely complemented the dish. As for the Chicken and Waffles; it was presented on skewers and looked as if it was missing something. Somewhat of a "de-constructed" Chicken and Waffles consisting of just a drizzle of syrup on the plate. The chicken tenders were moist, and the waffles pieces were dry! Visually, I thought the plate was lacking cohesion and flavor. Requested additional syrup, but it didn't rescue the entrée, and it was not visually appealing. The cocktails were extremely refreshing, and complemented the meal and the ambiance of the establishment, aside from the unnecessary musical entertainment. Great customer service provided by Lucie! Very attentive, pleasant, professional, and accommodating. Overall, a great time, and I will return for the Pastrami Benedict! read more

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My best friend and I enjoyed the food and service! Tessa was an amazing waitress and timed everything perfectly. She was kind, fun and had a great personality too I had the delicious special beef burger and a falafel appetizer. This is the best tahini sauce I've ever had!!! I highly recommend this restaurant. Aloha read more

What I liked: Food ( pork belly adobo ) Ambiance ( live music ) Service ( drinks were flowing) Booth to sit in Happy hour even on Saturday Location ( right in the heart of Encinitas. ) What I don't like: That I have never been here before! read more

Attended the Yelp women run here on 3/1725 Great event put together by Audrey Very cool place, setting reminded me of a bar/cafe on sunset strip in LA, very trendy and hip The food was delicious and the service was friendly and smiling. Would definitely visit again. read more

Never again! Bartender was so rude. My friend ordered from her and she forgot about 30 minutes later she looks at us and says "what did you order again" she proceeds to make the worst tasting drinks barely had any alcohol. My friend tells her that it's together and she's paying with cash in her hand the bartender then replies " it's gonna be more than that". Who says that when we didn't even receive our bill yet she was just grabbing cash from her wallet. Horrible service read more

The Roxy Encinitas - Rude & Feo bartender - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Encinitas, California

Went here for a date with the hubby and it didn't disappoint. Staff were fantastic. Dustin recommended the Roxy Burger with Garlic Fries and made me a delicious Skinny Margarita. Burger with fries was tasty too! We had a blast and will definitely be back again. read more

I walked in here Friday afternoon. Had a long day and was waiting on the train. The bartender hit me with some incredible greeting and instantly made me feel like she had been waiting for me all day to come sit there. Her kind words. Simple yet powerful. I let the first train go and had two more drinks because of those words. Great lady. I'll be back again read more

I came here on a Saturday around 230 with some friends to grab a bite to eat and a couple drinks. I love that they have happy hour every day from 3 to 6 PM!! We were instantly seated and ordered the cheese curds to share and then my friend got the Pastrami Benedict. I really loved the seasoning on the cheese curds and would order them again. My friend said she loved the Benedict too, and it was a huge portion. For drinks, we tried quite a few! I got the margarita and Mexican mule, which were both tasty. I love that they make a classic margarita here. The bloody Mary's are also super fun and they each come with a little mini beer. Unfortunately, they did run out of bloody Mary and sangria stuff so that was disappointing. The service was a little slow, but overall, they were pretty friendly. It's a super fun atmosphere here with live music and lots of people hanging out. read more

The Roxy Encinitas - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Encinitas, California

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Great bands and ambiance. The food and drinks are mediocre and it's way too loud if you want to talk! Just a place to watch music not a good date place! read more

One of my all time favorite restaurants. Great gluten and dairy free options. Love the burgers, fries, and drinks. They've had live music every time I've come, and the staff is always very friendly. It can be loud, but you can opt to sit outside! read more

Went to the Roxy this weekend and did not expect to receive such great service from the bar team on such a busy night! Special thanks to service provided by Tyranny, she was so thoughtful, spent time with me when I wasn't sure what I wanted to order, helped make me the most delicious cocktail I've ever had and made my night! The music was great, the food was delicious, I really enjoyed the crowd, and will definitely be back! Love this place! read more

The food is great. The service is spectacular and the ambiance is totally a beach vibe. We had our first date at The Roxy and we go back every time we find ourself up in the Encinitas area. read more

We visited this venue for a Yelp event celebrating Women-Owned Businesses in honor of International Women's Day/Month, and the space made an impression. Intimate and cozy, it features a cute stage--perfect for a singer or two, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. Heather, the bartender for the night, was an absolute powerhouse. She worked nonstop for the entire two-hour event, keeping drinks flowing without missing a beat. Her hustle and efficiency didn't go unnoticed! While this visit was all about the venue and bar, we're coming back to try the food--it looked amazing in the photos. Their happy hour and mocktail selection also caught my eye; they seemed complex and thoughtfully crafted, which made me excited to return. Overall, a great first impression--looking forward to experiencing more! read more

This experience was amazing! The food was wonderful, and the service was so quick! There was a dog friendly outdoor patio, and live music!! Couldn't recommend this more! read more