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Javier's - La Jolla
Price: Moderate•Mexican•4.6(3,572)La Jolla - 2
Cesarina
Price: Moderate•Italian•4.9(5,572)Ocean Beach - 3
Steak 48 - Del Mar
Price: Very Expensive•Steakhouse•4.9(1,576)Del Mar - 4
LEILA
Price: Expensive•Middle Eastern•4.7(650)North Park - 5
Benihana - San Diego, CA
Price: Moderate•Japanese•4(7,439)Mission Valley
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The Marine Room
Price: Very Expensive•Seafood•4.6(8,257)La Jolla - 2
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Price: Expensive•Californian•4.8(2,369)Hillcrest - 3
Addison By William Bradley
Price: Very Expensive•Californian•4.8(1,884)Del Mar - 4
The Amalfi Llama - San Diego
Price: Moderate•Steakhouse•4.5(391)University City/Golden Triangle - 5
Herb & Sea
Price: Moderate•Californian•4.5(2,873)Encinitas
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RED O Taste of Mexico - La Jolla
Price: Expensive•Contemporary Mexican•4.4(2,706)La Jolla - 2
Le Coq
Price: Very Expensive•Contemporary French•4.5(333)La Jolla - 3
The Red Door
Price: Moderate•Italian•4.7(2,986)Mission Hills - 4
Lucrezia
Price: Expensive•Italian•4.5(590)La Jolla - 5
Paradisaea
Price: Very Expensive•Californian•4.7(584)La Jolla
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- KKellySan Diego •5 reviews4.0Dined 1 day agoThe service and food were excellent. The only small nit was the hot plate slightly overcooked my steak.More infoSteak 48 - Del MarPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Del Mar•4.9
- SSuzannePittsburgh / Western PA •33 reviews5.0Dined 5 days agoWe had a lovely anniversary lunch at Jake's, sitting at an ocean front window table. Fabulous view, great service. We shared the fish tacos and the seafood chowder. The kitchen was nice enough to split the orders into two for no extra charge. Our server also gave us the choice of a complimentary dessert for our anniversary. We chose chocolate peanut butter torte to share. It was delicious, but we couldn’t finish it. We had the Hula Pie at Duke’s in Maui, so we chose to try something else. We did have a taste of Hawaii with a very good Duke’s Mai Tai. Will be back if we visit Del Mar again! Also, use Jake's valet parking, which was $8 at lunch. We used the public parking across the street, which was a minimum of $25 for two hours.More infoJake's Del MarPrice: Moderate• American• Del Mar•4.8
- DDebbieSan Diego •34 reviews5.0Dined 5 days agoBest waitress ever!! Great energy and suggestions.More infoNorth Italia San Diego - One PaseoPrice: Moderate• Italian• Del Mar•4.6
- DDianeSan Diego •3 reviews5.0Dined on Jan 6, 2025Hannah was very friendly, helpful and attentive. Her service was timely and the food was great! We’ll be back!More infoSouth of Nick's - Del MarPrice: Expensive• Mexican• Del Mar•4.7
- LELouiseESan Diego •14 reviews5.0Dined on Apr 1, 2023worth every penny and every calorie - bravo chef bradley and staff!More infoAddison By William BradleyPrice: Very Expensive• Californian• Del Mar•4.8
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As a northern San Diego neighborhood, Carmel Valley is an ideal place dine on authentic Mexican food, Italian cuisine, and even Japanese fare. Order fresh guacamole or a large Mexican platter that includes fish, beans, steak, and cornbread. If you’re craving something Italian, then consider ordering the paccheri Emiliana or the salmone escada. When it comes to the area’s Japanese fare, try menu items such as a rice bowl, the vegan miso shoyu or a fusion dish like the carnitas-filled steamed buns. If traditional American cuisine is your thing, then you’ll come across plenty of dining choices that fit this bill. Bar and grill establishments in the area serve up burgers, steak, and chicken. In Carmel Valley, the good food makes it easy to stay full.
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Healthy restaurants located in Carmel Valley include Amaya at Fairmont Grand Del Mar, Vittorio's Italian Restaurant- San Diego and Ambrogio15 Del Mar
The most romantic restaurant in Carmel Valley is Amaya at Fairmont Grand Del Mar
Restaurants in Carmel Valley with a great view include Amaya at Fairmont Grand Del Mar, Grand Social at Fairmont Grand Del Mar and Lobby Lounge at Fairmont Grand Del Mar
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