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Chart House Restaurant - Cardiff, Encinitas, CA

Chart House Restaurant - Cardiff

4.5
4.5
7173 Reviews
$30 and under
Seafood

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2 people
9:30 PM
Booked 70 times today
  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for special occasions
  • Romantic
Chart House is a fine dining restaurant serving seafood & steak and famous for their spectacular views. For more than 50 years, Chart House has redefined the ideal dining experience. With 27 waterfront and showcase locations ranging from the historic to the unforgettable, Chart House restaurants specialize in dazzling views, unique cuisine and exceptional service. From fresh fish specialties to slow-roasted prime rib, the renowned chefs of Chart House have tailored a menu that adds a unique touch to local flavors. And the Chart House happy hour is a guest favorite, where guest favor our signature cocktails and delicious bites you are sure to enjoy. Our original Hot Chocolate Lava Cake is the perfect end to a memorable dining experience at Chart House. Chart House offers the ideal setting for your next event. We would be happy to assist you with all the details of your special occasion.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Steak, American
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Sat 11:30 am–9:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (760) 436-4044
  • Website
    http://www.chart-house.com/locations/cardiff/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Gerado Nava
  • Catering
    Please call for details.
  • Private party facilities
    Spectacular ocean views available for corporate meetings, breakfast, lunch & dinners. Beautiful receptions, rehearsal dinners & wedding ceremonies as well a tour groups, bar mitzvahs & any special event. The Chart House - Cardiff offers a semi-private lofted area seating up to 40 guests as well.
  • Private party contact
    Marisa McQuillan: (760) 436-4044
  • Location
    2588 South Coast Highway 101, Encinitas, CA 92007
  • Neighborhood
    Solana Beach
  • Cross street
    Birmingham/ Lomas Santa Fe
  • Parking details
    Complimentary valet. Limited street parking available.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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What 7,173 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • North San Diego

    Great for scenic views

  • North San Diego

    Seafood

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Chart House Restaurant in Cardiff offers stunning ocean views and a delightful ambiance, perfect for special occasions. Guests rave about the "great cocktails," "excellent service," and "amazing ambiance." The menu features favorites like Prime Rib and Chilean Sea Bass. While service can occasionally be slow, the overall experience remains a cherished choice for celebrations and romantic evenings.

7,173 Reviews

  1. Shayne

    VIP

    Orange County

    19 reviews

    1.0

    19 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Honestly, pretty bad. Look, our server was great, a super nice guy, and we got the best table at the window on the sand. But he couldn’t make up for bad food. Badly shucked oysters with shell and sand, bland tuna crudo, fried calamari with such a thick batter, it tasted more of the batter than the squid. And then the entrees. Oh Lord🤦🏻‍♂️ My sea bass with lobster risotto was pedestrian, served with a sadly cold tomato beurre blanc. But my bf’s spice-crusted mahi was vile. Served with a wasabi cream that tasted like how chlorine smells, and some random brown sauce that tasted like pure sugar, it was putrid. Drinks were fine. However, there were more problems. The open kitchen was terribly dirty, crusty black grills that hadn’t been cleaned in centuries and dirt scattered everywhere. And the valet who brought my car, when I didn’t give him a tip because neither of us had cash in our wallets (we’re not cheapskates, we would have), not only rudely reminded us of the tip but said we could Venmo him! Not a classy move…

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  2. Janet

    VIP

    San Diego

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I went here for my employee Christmas lunch. Our server, Bryce, was exceptional!!! He was extremely attentive and friendly! He even took time to take pictures of our group outside. Thank you for a great day!!

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  3. Louis

    Palm Springs

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food, ambience, and service at a fair price! Sitting within feet of the ocean and watching a beautiful sunset! 🍷

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  4. Karen

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very nice experience at lunch as I usually enjoy Chart House for dinner. Made reservations, via Open Table, and was lucky enough to get an ocean view table. Just gorgeous views of the ocean and surfers. Food was delicious, service was impeccable (Bryce was wonderful) and celebrated a birthday, receiving a yummy mud pie, complimentary.

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  5. Madonna

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our table mates ordered the filet, lobster tail, specialty salads and fish tacos. Also tried the New England style clam chowder. We indulged with desserts, specifically, the home made ice cream, key lime pie, raspberry sorbet and coffee. Everything was outstanding! Will definitely return!

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  6. Brandi

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service was amazing and the food was delicious! They accommodated our large group with grace and we all had the BEST time.

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  7. Jung Hoon

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great!! The server was very nice and kind. Valet parking was good.

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  8. Shannon

    VIP

    Sacramento

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Enjoyed our dinner at Chart House. The halibut was excellent and our service was wonderful. Will definitely plan to come again.

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  9. David

    Hawaii

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server was Marco and he made us feel extremely welcome and very special. The view was spectacular and the people quiet and friendly. The lobster bisque was great! The steaks were perfectly cooked according to our requests.

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  10. Kathryn

    Tahoe

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always an enjoyable experience with great views. We quite enjoyed the brunch.

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FAQs

Chart House Restaurant - Cardiff offers delivery in partnership with Postmates and Uber Eats. Chart House Restaurant - Cardiff also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (760) 436-4044.

Chart House Restaurant - Cardiff is rated 4.5 stars by 7173 OpenTable diners.

Chart House Restaurant - Cardiff does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
9:30 PM
Booked 70 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Chart House Restaurant - Cardiff

2588 South Coast Highway 101, Encinitas, CA 92007

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Birmingham/ Lomas Santa Fe
  • Neighborhood
    Solana Beach
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Sat 11:30 am–9:00 pm Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Steak, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Complimentary valet. Limited street parking available.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Gerado Nava
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.chart-house.com/locations/cardiff/
  • Phone number
    (760) 436-4044
  • Catering
    Please call for details.
  • Private party facilities
    Spectacular ocean views available for corporate meetings, breakfast, lunch & dinners. Beautiful receptions, rehearsal dinners & wedding ceremonies as well a tour groups, bar mitzvahs & any special event. The Chart House - Cardiff offers a semi-private lofted area seating up to 40 guests as well.
  • Private party contact
    Marisa McQuillan: (760) 436-4044
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