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1. Bar Traza
4.3
Awesome(174)
$$$$
• Tapas • Carlsbad
Booked 6 times today
Overlooking the hills of La Costa and the resort's lush golf courses, Bar Traza offers Spanish inspired plates in a vibrant setting. Our talented culinary team has developed an eclectic menu featuring local, organic ingredients. Be sure to try one (or several) uniquely profiled drinks and embark on a cocktail discovery that is comforting yet adventurous.
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2. Anigma
new
4.8
Exceptional(20)
$$$$
• Tapas • Encinitas
Booked 27 times today
Coming Soon!
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3. The Roxy
3.9
Excellent(99)
$$$$
• Tapas • Encinitas
Booked 9 times today
Visit The Roxy Encinitas for 1920's ambiance, classic cocktails, shared plates and live music 6 nights a week and during brunch on the weekends.We are excited to show you how we’ve restored our building to resemble the look and feel of the classic 1920’s downtown Encinitas buildings. Our menu is designed to create a sense of community between friends, family and neighbors. Indulge, imbibe, relax and converse until your heart is content and your belly is full.
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4. The Rooftop Bar at Mission Pacific
4.7
Exceptional(156)
$$$$
• Tapas • Oceanside
Booked 25 times today
Experience The Rooftop Bar! Enjoy expansive views and gorgeous sunsets above Mission Pacific Beach Resort voted the No. 1 resort hotel by Travel & Leisure's World's Best Awards in 2024. Enjoy lounge seating, cozy cabanas, a vibrant pool deck, fire pits, heated canopies, cool ocean breezes, service by the bottle, craft cocktails, and small Mediterranean bites as prepared by Chef Alec Vasquez until 9pm daily. Savor the sounds of live DJs as you marvel at Oceanside, San Diego County's coastline with a drink in hand. At 9pm, The Rooftop Bar evolves into a 21+ lounge environment for the perfect evening ambiance for sipping cocktails and checking out new DJs! The Rooftop Bar and Pool located on the sixth floor of Mission Pacific Beach Resort maintains a walk-in policy and is dog friendly. Please note reservations are only available for parties of six or more.
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5. Le Papagayo Carlsbad
4.7
Exceptional(1311)
$$$$
• Tapas • Carlsbad
Booked 52 times today
Le Papagayo Carlsbad stands out as a beacon of exceptional Mediterranean cuisine, captivating diners with its vibrant atmosphere and authentic flavors. Located conveniently in Carlsbad, this restaurant masterfully combines the essence of Mediterranean with Coastal and New American influences, offering a diverse menu that delights every palate. Guests rave about the "excellent food and tremendous service," while the live music enhances the dining experience, making it both lively and enjoyable. The "paella was excellent" and the "food must beyond expectations" are just a few of the glowing reviews that underscore the restaurant's commitment to quality and authenticity. Whether it's a family gathering or a special celebration, Le Papagayo Carlsbad promises a memorable culinary journey.
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6. O'Brien's Boulangerie
5.0
Exceptional(12)
$$$$
• Tapas • Poway
After years as the neighborhood’s favorite brunch destination, we’re excited to unveil a new evening experience. As the sun sets, our space transforms into a warm, inviting setting centered on connection, flavor, and discovery.This new chapter of dining is curated by Carlos Vargas, a master of taste and hospitality. With creativity and balance at the forefront, he has crafted a tapas-style dinner menu designed to surprise and delight. Each small plate highlights vibrant seasonal ingredients and bold yet harmonious flavors, perfect for sharing and sparking conversation.As night falls, lights dim and music deepens, setting the tone for exploration. Enjoy crisp whites, velvety reds, or rotating craft beers paired with everything from delicate seafood to rich, slow-cooked dishes.Join us after dark and experience a familiar favorite, reimagined for the evening.
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7. Lobby Lounge at Fairmont Grand Del Mar
4.0
Excellent(53)
$$$$
• Tapas • Carmel Valley
Booked 5 times today
The Lobby Lounge at Fairmont Grand Del Mar has been magnificently reimagined to combine the lavish splendor of Italian palazzos with the natural grandeur of Los Peñasquitos Canyon Preserve. Indulge in afternoon tea as the San Diego sun casts its golden light through large arched windows, or linger into the evening over inspired tapas, cocktails, and elevated programming under the warm glow of Venetian glass chandeliers. Take in the beauty of Los Peñasquitos Canyon Preserve —or while sipping a craft cocktail in the bar. In a specially commissioned mural that spans all four walls, artist Jim Wodark pays homage to the canyon’s most iconic elements: its ancient rocks, cascading waterfall, and distant mountains.Live entertainment Fridays and Saturdays 8:00 pm - 12:00 am.LIVE LIMITLESS - Join the rewards program designed with you in mind. As a member of ALL – Accor Live Limitless, you’ll earn points on dining and hotel reservations worldwide. Enroll at https://bit.ly/3gvDtJG
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8. Juniper & Ivy
4.9
Exceptional(8781)
$$$$
• Tapas • Little Italy
Booked 51 times today
Featuring Executive Chef, Alex Penkin. Nationally-acclaimed Juniper and Ivy-consistently ranked "Best of the Best" by San Diego Magazine, and recognized as a Michelin Guide Bib Gourmand establishment-is a foodie paradise on the edge of San Diego's Little Italy. The kitchen delivers a constantly rotating, chef-driven menu that uses hand-selected, seasonal ingredients crafted with precision, passion, and creativity. Founded by Owner Michael Rosen, Juniper's kitchen is backed by a supergroup of culinary minds that produce one of the most refined yet imaginative menus in town, paired with an award-winning wine list from the city's top sommeliers.
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9. Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - San Diego, CA | Scripps Ranch
4.5
Awesome(922)
$$$$
• Tapas • Scripps Ranch
Booked 8 times today
Founded in Tokyo in 1996, Gyu-Kaku has become the world’s #1 Japanese BBQ brand! Thanks to our devoted fans we have reached over 700 locations worldwide. Each day, hundreds of thousands of people gather around the table-top smokeless grill, a centerpiece of our dining concept, enjoying selections of premium meats, just off the grill, and other freshly prepared foods from our kitchens, inspiring laughter, conversation, and a magical dining experience.Our authentic yakiniku (grilled barbeque) dining experience crowns you the chef. Share a variety of delicious appetizers and premium cooked meats over a flaming grill, paired with Japanese sake, frosty cold beers, or other alcoholic and non-alcoholic options of your choice. We're the perfect spot to enjoy time with friends and family, organize an office party, or to spend quality time with your significant other! Before you go, don't forget to taste our best-seller Harami Skirt Steak or Prime Kalbi Short Rib among other must-try dishes!
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10. The Nolen
4.2
Awesome(69)
$$$$
• Tapas • Downtown
Booked 34 times today
The Nolen is a destination rooftop bar and lounge that honors modern, timeless cocktails and a renewed spirit of community. Named for John Nolen, a city-planning pioneer who mapped out much of San Diego's early landscape, The Nolen is perched on the 14th floor rooftop of the Courtyard San Diego Gaslamp/Convention Center. Local and visiting imbibers can take a quick elevator ride up to discover a spirited escape from downtown that offers sweeping city views and a contemporary interpretation of the classic speakeasy.21+ after 8pm daily.
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