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Dining in Sorrento Valley
A.R. Valentien
11480 N Torrey Pines Rd
La Jolla, CA 92037 Phone: (858) 777-6635
The chef's entrees vary depending on seasonal ingredients. First courses might include tuna carpaccio or smoked duck salad. Among entrees are John Dory, roasted free-range chicken and braised veal cheeks. Guests also can try the tasting menu.
Features: Dressy casual; cocktail lounge; cocktails.
Directions: I-5, exit 29 (Genesee Ave), 0.8 mi w, then just n; in The Lodge at Torrey Pines. 11480 N Torrey Pines Rd 92037
Parking: on-site (fee) and valet.
Hours: 6:30 am-2:30 & 5:30-10 pm.
Price: Lunch: $12.00 - $18.00, Dinner: $30.00 - $42.00
Credit Cards: AE, CB, DC, DS, JC, MC, VI
Cuisine Type: California
Reservations: required.
Sbicca
215 15th St
Del Mar, CA 92014 Phone: (858) 481-1001
The popular neighborhood restaurant located in the village offers creative American cuisine with selections such as pan roasted wild salmon, blackened sea bass, rosemary marinated grilled flat iron steak, and spicy cajun penne pasta, and save room for dessert. Patio and terrace dining is also available.
Features: Smoking available. Casual dress; cocktails.
Directions: I-5, exit 34 (Del Mar Heights Rd), 1 mi w, then 1 mi n. 215 15th St 92014
Parking: street.
Hours: 11:30 am-3 & 5-9:30 pm, Fri & Sat-10 pm, Sun noon-3 & 5-9 pm. Closed: 1/1, 12/25.
Price: Lunch: $11.00 - $17.00, Dinner: $17.00 - $27.00
Credit Cards: AE, DC, DS, MC, VI
Cuisine Type: American
Reservations: suggested.
Tapenade
7612 Fay Ave
La Jolla, CA 92037 Phone: (858) 551-7500
In the village, the restaurant offers seating in the dining room and on the patio. Known for distinctive dishes, the chef/owner prepares such selections as grilled diver scallops, wild boar, venison, filet mignon with foie gras and Maine lobster. A prix fixe menu is available. Not to be missed are the rich desserts.
Features: Dressy casual; cocktail lounge.
Directions: I-5, exit 28 (La Jolla Village Dr) southbound, 1 mi w to Torrey Pines Rd, 2.5 mi sw to Prospect St, 1 mi sw, then 0.3 mi s; exit 26A (La Jolla Pkwy) northbound, 1.5 mi n to Torrey Pines Rd, 1.2 mi w to Prospect St, 1 mi sw, then 0.3 mi s. 7612 Fay Ave 92037
Parking: on-site.
Hours: 11:30 am-2:30 & 5:30-10 pm, Fri & Sat-10:30 pm, Sun 5:30 pm-9:30 pm. Closed major holidays.
Price: Lunch: $19.00 - $29.00, Dinner: $24.00 - $33.00
Credit Cards: AE, MC, VI
Cuisine Type: French
Reservations: suggested.
Arterra
11966 El Camino Real
Del Mar, CA 92130 Phone: (858) 523-1700
From its hotel location, the upscale restaurant presents a menu of appealing California- and Pacific Rim-influenced dishes. Selections change daily depending on the availability of fresh farm produce, which is then paired with fish, beef or chicken. A full-service sushi bar and relaxed patio also are available.
Features: Casual dress; cocktail lounge; cocktails; entertainment.
Directions: I-5, exit 33 (Carmel Valley Rd); in San Diego Marriott Del Mar. 11966 El Camino Real 92130
Parking: on-site (fee) and valet.
Hours: 6:30-10:30 am, 11:30-2 & 5:30-9:30 pm, Sat & Sun 7-11:30 am & 5:30-9:30 pm.
Price: Lunch: $13.00 - $18.00, Dinner: $19.00 - $31.00
Credit Cards: AE, CB, DS, MC, VI
Cuisine Type: California
Cafe Japengo
8960 University Center Ln
La Jolla, CA 92122 Phone: (858) 450-3355
Across from the Hyatt Regency Hotel in the Restaurant Village, the upscale restaurant specializes in artistic sushi. Additional seafood dishes are available.
Features: Dressy casual; cocktail lounge; cocktails.
Directions: I-5, exit 28 (La Jolla Village Dr); at Hyatt Regency La Jolla. 8960 University Center Ln 92122
Parking: on-site (fee) and valet.
Hours: 11:30 am-2 & 5:30-10 pm, Sat 5:30 pm-10:30 pm, Sun 5 pm-10 pm.
Price: Lunch: $11.00 - $15.00, Dinner: $15.00 - $25.00
Credit Cards: AE, CB, DC, DS, JC, MC, VI
Cuisine Type: Pacific Rim
Reservations: suggested.
Coast Cafe
4550 La Jolla Village Dr
La Jolla, CA 92122 Phone: (858) 453-1418
The casual restaurant's menu centers on seafood favorites, such as salmon and scallops, although it also lists chicken, beef and pasta entrees.
Features: Cocktail lounge; cocktails.
Directions: I-5, exit 28 (La Jolla Village Dr), 0.8 mi e; in Embassy Suites. 4550 La Jolla Village Dr 92122
Parking: on-site (fee).
Hours: 11 am-2:30 & 5:30-11 pm.
Price: Lunch: $12.00 - $18.00, Dinner: $16.00 - $23.00
Credit Cards: AE, DC, DS, JC, MC, VI
Cuisine Type: American
Del Mar Rendezvous China Bistro
1555 Camino Del Mar
Del Mar, CA 92014 Phone: (858) 755-2669
Enjoy lovely views of the sunset from the bistro's street-level location at Del Mar Plaza. You can ease into the modern, Zen-like dining area as you contemplate a menu of Asian tapas--such as honey-glazed spare ribs and chicken lettuce wraps--and entrees including kung pao sirloin steak, Mongolian rack of lamb and sesame jumbo prawns, as well as noodles in soup broth and wokery noodles. You can request individual servings or a family-style meal.
Features: Casual dress; beer & wine only.
Directions: I-5, exit 35 (Del Mar Heights Rd), 1 mi w, then 1 mi n. 1555 Camino Del Mar 92014
Parking: on-site.
Hours: 11:30 am-3 & 4-9:30 pm, Sun from 4 pm. Closed: 12/25.
Price: Lunch: $9.00 - $15.00, Dinner: $16.00 - $32.00
Credit Cards: AE, MC, VI
Cuisine Type: Chinese
Donovan's Steak & Chop House
430 La Jolla Village Dr
La Jolla, CA 92122 Phone: (858) 450-6666
Across from University Town Center in the Golden Triangle, the steakhouse has mahogany walls and a collection of fine art. Large portions of prime beef, chops and Australian lamb and rock lobster are featured.
Features: Dressy casual; cocktail lounge.Full accessibility.
Directions: I-5, exit 28 (La Jolla Village Dr), 0.8 mi e, just n on Genesee Ave, then just e on Executive Square. 430 La Jolla Village Dr 92122
Parking: valet.
Hours: 5 pm-10 pm, Fri & Sat-11 pm. Closed: Sun.
Price: Dinner: $25.00 - $42.00
Credit Cards: AE, DS, MC, VI
Cuisine Type: Steak House
Reservations: required.
Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar
8970 University Center Ln
La Jolla, CA 92122 Phone: (858) 535-0078
The warm, clubby atmosphere is the ideal setting for perfectly grilled steaks and seafood. Side dishes come in hearty portions, and salads are fresh and crisp. More than 100 wine selections are available
Features: Dressy casual; cocktail lounge; cocktails.
Directions: I-5, exit 28 (La Jolla Village Dr), just e. 8970 University Center Ln 92122
Parking: valet.
Hours: 5 pm-10 pm, Fri & Sat-11 pm. Closed: 11/22, 12/25.
Price: Dinner: $20.00 - $48.00
Credit Cards: AE, DC, DS, MC, VI
Cuisine Type: Steak House
Reservations: suggested.
George's at the Cove
1250 Prospect St
La Jolla, CA 92037 Phone: (858) 454-4244
Nestled among retail shops and art galleries, the restaurant treats guests to magnificent, oceanview dining. Dishes on the ever-changing menu are made from fresh seafood, beef and chicken.
Features: Dressy casual; cocktail lounge; cocktails.
Directions: I-5, exit 28 (La Jolla Village Dr) southbound, 1 mi w to Torrey Pines Rd, 2.5 mi sw, then just w; exit 28A (La Jolla Pkwy) northbound, 1.5 mi n to Torrey Pines Rd, 1.2 mi sw, then just w. 1250 Prospect St 92037
Parking: valet and street.
Hours: 11 am-4 & 5:30-10 pm, Fri & Sat-10:30 pm, Sun 5 pm-10 pm.
Price: Lunch: $14.00 - $22.00, Dinner: $24.00 - $37.00
Credit Cards: AE, DC, DS, MC, VI
Cuisine Type: California
Reservations: required.
The Godfather Restaurant
7878 Clairemont Mesa Blvd
San Diego CA 92111 Phone: (858) 560-1747
In a small strip mall, the casually upscale restaurant is attended by knowledgeable servers in tuxedos. The chef/owner is known for his creative Italian entrees, such as capellini pomodoro, grilled swordfish and linguine with mussels.
Features: Casual dress; cocktail lounge; cocktails.
Directions: SR 163, exit 8 (Clairemont Mesa Blvd), 0.5 mi w. 7878 Clairemont Mesa Blvd 92111
Parking: on-site.
Hours: 11 am-2:30 & 5-10 pm, Fri-10:30 pm, Sat 5 pm-10:30 pm, Sun 5 pm-10 pm. Closed major holidays.
Price: Lunch: $11.00 - $15.00, Dinner: $13.00 - $25.00
Credit Cards: AE, CB, DC, DS, MC, VI
Cuisine Type: Italian
Reservations: suggested.
Il Fornaio
1555 Camino Del Mar
Del Mar, CA 92014 Phone: (858) 755-8876
Accomplished servers begin guests' experiences with crisp, crusty bread hot from the oven. Pasta and flavorful sauces enhance the roasted meats and vegetables. The spacious restaurant thoughtfully replicates the trattorias of Italy
Features: Casual dress; cocktail lounge; cocktails.
Directions: I-5, exit 34 (Del Mar Heights Rd), 1 mi w, then 1 mi n. 1555 Camino Del Mar 92014
Parking: on-site.
Hours: 11:30 am-10:30 pm, Fri & Sat-11:30 pm, Sun 10 am-10 pm. Closed: 11/22, 12/25.
Price: Lunch: $10.00 - $19.00, Dinner: $15.00 - $25.00
Credit Cards: AE, CB, DC, MC, VI
Cuisine Type: Italian
Reservations: suggested.
Jake's Del Mar
1660 Coast Blvd
Del Mar, CA 92014 Phone: (858) 755-2002
Visit this beachfront spot for great seafood--such as sugar-spiced ahi, fennel-crusted sea bass and seared scallops--as well as terrific sunset views. If land-based fare sounds more appealing, check out the limited choices of beef and chicken preparations. Regardless of your entree, end the meal with Kimo's hula pie.
Features: Casual dress; cocktail lounge; cocktails.
Directions: I-5, exit 36 (Via de la Valle), 0.3 mi w to Camino del Mar, 0.8 mi s to 22nd St, then 0.3 mi w. 1660 Coast Blvd 92014
Parking: valet.
Hours: 11:30 am-2:30 & 5-9:30 pm, Sun 10 am-2 & 4-9 pm, Mon 5 pm-9:30 pm. Closed: 11/22, 12/25.
Price: Lunch: $9.00 - $22.00, Dinner: $10.00 - $42.00
Credit Cards: AE, DS, MC, VI
Cuisine Type: Seafood
Reservations: required.
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