Rustic Root - Solana Beach

5.0

8 Reviews

$30 and under

American

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2 people

Jan 25, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 56 times today

Experiences are available.

Hot spot
Neighborhood gem
Kid-friendly

Modern rooftop destination featuring local, seasonal cuisine & craft cocktails in stylish surrounds.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Breakfast, Cocktail Bar
Hours of operation
Wed–Fri 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 9:00 am–10:00 pm
Phone number
(858) 381-4800
Website
https://www.rusticrootsd.com/
Dress code
Business Casual

Location
343 Hwy 101 #100, San Diego, CA 92075
Neighborhood
Del Mar
Parking details
None

Experiences

$89 Menu B - Large Party Reservation
$119.87 per person
Prepaid
Jan 29, 2025 - Dec 30, 2025
Start with shared Wagyu Meatballs, Roasted & Marinated Beets, and our Baby Gem Caesar Salad, all served family style. Guests will choose their entree on-site, selecting from our Lobster Pappardelle, Filet Frites, or Sage Brined Bone In Pork Chop before enjoying Chocolate Pot De Creme as dessert. We also have Sharable Sides like our Homestyle Butter Biscuits, Roasted Brussels Sprouts, Idaho Truffle Fries, Mashed Potatoes, Cheddar & Roasted Chile Cornbread, and Bacon Mac & Cheese that can be pre-ordered below or ordered on-site. Drinks are billed on consumption. Vegetarian & vegan options are available on request. Full menus with descriptions can be found on our website.
$65 Menu A - Large Party Reservation
$87.55 per person
Prepaid
Jan 29, 2025 - Dec 30, 2025
Start with shared Wagyu Meatballs, Roasted & Marinated Beets, Bacon Mac & Cheese, and our Baby Gem Caesar Salad, all served family style. Guests will choose their entree on-site, selecting from our Rustic Burger, "RFC" Rustic Fried Chicken, or Roasted Atlantic Salmon before enjoying Chocolate Pot De Creme as dessert. We also have Sharable Sides like our Homestyle Butter Biscuits, Roasted Brussels Sprouts, Idaho Truffle Fries, Mashed Potatoes, Cheddar & Roasted Chile Cornbread, and Bacon Mac & Cheese that can be pre-ordered below or ordered on-site. Drinks are billed on consumption. Vegetarian & vegan options are available on request. Full menus with descriptions can be found on our website.

What 8 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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5.0

5 based on all time ratings

5Food
5Service
5Ambience
5Value

Noise • Moderate

8 Reviews

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Lauren
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great and friendly service, delicious food, good vibes and atmosphere
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Rob
Los Angeles
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Rustic Root isn't just a restaurant--it's a shrine to the kind of food that makes you feel alive. You walk in, and the vibe hits you immediately: warm, buzzing, unpretentious, and yet effortlessly cool. This isn't a place trying to impress you; it knows it doesn't have to. We started with the Homestyle Butter Biscuits, and let me tell you, these weren't just biscuits--they were a love letter to butter. Flaky, tender, and dangerously good. Then came the Mini Maryland Crab Cake, a small but mighty punch of briny sweetness, fried to perfection. And the Idaho Truffle Fries? They were the kind of indulgence that makes you want to lean back, fully satisfied. But the real action came with the mains. The Chicken Pot Pie was a revelation--pure comfort encased in flaky buttermilk biscuits, with a thyme velouté so good it should be illegal. The RFC Rustic Fried Chicken was equally stellar: brined, golden, juicy, and paired with creamed corn that was as sweet and rich as a southern sunset. And don't sleep on that house-made hot sauce. By the time dessert rolled around, I was full, but the Banana Pudding demanded attention. Whipped banana, vanilla wafers, and clouds of whipped cream--it's the kind of dessert your grandmother might've made, if your grandmother had swagger. Rustic Root doesn't mess around. Great vibes and service, but It's food that's unapologetically bold, comforting, and just a little indulgent. This is the kind of place where you could easily settle into a booth or open-air patio, forget the world for a few hours, and leave with your soul a little fuller.
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Amir
San Diego
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had such an amazing experience. Food was delicious, the service was super knowledgeable and the drinks were creative. Can’t wait to go again!
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Evans
San Francisco
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Went for opening. Space looks great and the outdoor bar is inviting. Got a lot of food to share. Lobster pappardelle and the banana pudding were definitely favorites.
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Steve
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
RMD once again shows it knows a thing or 2 about hospitality.
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Frankie
San Diego
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
What a great new spot in Solana Beach!! Gorgeous set up and tasty menu. I'm excited to go back again soon!!
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emily
VIP
San Diego
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had a great meal at Rustic Root Solana Beach! So excited to have this great spot up in North County now!
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Gustavo
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
everything was wonderful!! the service, the food, the desserts. It was a very pleasant experience. my best wishes and may it go well for you. 🫶🏻
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Rustic Root - Solana Beach is rated 5 stars by 8 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people

Jan 25, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 56 times today

Experiences are available.

Google Map for Rustic Root - Solana Beach

343 Hwy 101 #100, San Diego, CA 92075

Additional information

Neighborhood
Del Mar
Hours of operation
Wed–Fri 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 9:00 am–10:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Breakfast, Cocktail Bar
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
None

Website
https://www.rusticrootsd.com/
Phone number
(858) 381-4800

Rustic Root - Solana Beach

Make a reservation

Additional information

Experiences

$89 Menu B - Large Party Reservation

$65 Menu A - Large Party Reservation

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What 8 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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