Best Casual Restaurants in Poway / Rancho Bernardo

25 restaurants available nearby

1. AVANT

4.5

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Poway / Rancho Bernardo

Booked 5 times today

AVANT is the signature Forbes Four-Star rated restaurant at Rancho Bernardo Inn, offering elevated contemporary California cuisine that unites culinary influences and flavors from Baja California with French techniques and inspiration. The seasonal menu uses the freshest local ingredients and produce from The Inn's on-site garden. Regional Sommelier & Cellar Master Joe Baumgardner has curated an award-winning wine cellar for AVANT, from limited production wines around the globe to bio-dynamically farmed selections, offering the perfect pairing for each course. AVANT's cocktail program serves up imaginative libations ranging from light to direct, all complemented by playful presentations and artistic touches. The essential San Diego dining experience is set in inviting indoor and outdoor spaces with stunning views of the surrounding resort.

2. Brigantine Poway

4.6

Exceptional(1240)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Poway / Rancho Bernardo

Booked 6 times today

In keeping with the Brigantine tradition of excellence, The Poway Brigantine features a generous assortment of appetizers on their widely popular "Share" menu. An abundant selection of fresh seafood and grilled meats round out the rest of the offerings.Newly redesigned at the end of 2006, The Poway Brigantine boasts a lively and contemporary atmosphere, unlike anything else in the area. Whether you're joining us for lunch, dinner, or happy hour, The Brig's casual and unpretentious atmosphere makes it the perfect everyday restaurant.With separate areas for private dining, The Brigantine is also an ideal place to make business connections, or celebrate special occasions with family and friends.Start your own community tradition and Meet Me at The Brig.

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3. Harney Sushi Poway

4.8

Exceptional(49)

Price: Moderate

• Sushi • Poway / Rancho Bernardo

Experience the taste of high quality sushi with a trendy Neo-Asian inspired décor. Harney stands as the top sushi bar and dining destination in San Diego. It's as fresh and innovative as you desire. Here, the spirit of experimentation mingles with joyful revelry, where top-notch dining expertise meets vibrant charm and flair. Our establishment features a private VIP area and an array of over 30 specialty rolls crafted and named by devoted fans. It's a symphony for your taste buds, nourishment for your soul. Since 2001, we take pride in presenting our award-winning, sustainable sushi cuisine rooted in Southern California.

4. Public House 131

4.9

Exceptional(37)

Price: Moderate

• American • Scripps Ranch

Welcome to Public House 131 our Chef Shahob Pourteymoor has designed a menu full of your pub favorites all made from scratch in house and sourced locally whenever possible or when seasons allow. We are located in beautiful Scripps Ranch and offer a wonderful outdoor dining experience. Our Craft cocktails are our specialty and our tap list includes close to 20 local San Diego beers.

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5. Chicken Charlie's Table

4.5

Awesome(25)

Price: Moderate

• American • Poway / Rancho Bernardo

Chicken Charlie's Table in Rancho Bernardo offers a fun and unique dining experience with great food and great drinks. By experienced fair food junkie and chef Charlie Boghosian. Home of the original Fried Oreos, Chicken and Waffles, Charbroiled Ribs, Hand Breaded Tenders, Wild Caught Cod Fish & Chips, and more. Along with ice-cold local beers and handcrafted cocktails, including the best Old Fashioned in town.

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6. BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - Escondido

4.5

Awesome(176)

Price: Moderate

• American • Escondido

Booked 25 times today

Time counts at BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse. Since our humble beginnings back in 1978, we've continued to refine our brewhouse experience to make BJ's a place where you can make the most of any meal. We want BJ's to be a place where the moment you leave is the moment you plan on coming back. We pride ourselves in our craft and attention to detail. Our guests come here for our award-winning handcrafted beer. They come here for the Southern California twist we've put on the Chicago-style deep dish pizza. And they come here for our Pizookies®, our world-renowned dessert. But above all we know people come here to make their good times better. So in many ways we haven't just crafted a brand, but a mindset. And our guests are the reason for this. And it's because of them we're continually striving to make sure every moment they choose to spend with us counts. Welcome to BJ's, a restaurant with a Brewhouse soul.

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7. Black Angus Steakhouse - Escondido

4.1

Excellent(1691)

Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • Escondido

Booked 22 times today

Located off the 15 freeway on the south east side of the Westfield North County Shopping Mall. We are off of Via Rancho Pkwy where it turns into Bear Valley Pkwy Our Chefs are proud to serve steaks that are aged at least 21 days, fresh-cut daily, and grilled over an open flame. Our menu has a variety of specialties to choose from: our legendary steaks, seafood, fall-off-the-bone Baby Back Ribs, our famous slow-roasted Prime Rib and many more. We pride ourselves at Black Angus Steakhouse for superior quality, friendly service, and great food. It’s more than a tradition - it's our passion every day.

8. MexicanBar

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Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Poway

Located in the heart of Poway, MexicanBar offers an authentic and vibrant Mexican dining experience with a modern twist. Reopened in May 2024 after a stunning remodel, MexicanBar features a fresh new look, a lively atmosphere, and a delicious menu crafted to satisfy every craving. From classic Mexican dishes to creative fusion options, we take pride in using fresh ingredients to deliver bold, flavorful meals. MexicanBar also offers a delightful brunch menu, handcrafted cocktails, hand shaken margaritas, and local draft beer to complement any meal. Whether you're here for a casual lunch, weekend brunch, or a festive dinner, our dedicated team is committed to providing exceptional service in a welcoming setting. With a spacious sports bar area, indoor and outdoor seating, and a lively ambiance, MexicanBar is the perfect spot for both family gatherings and nights out with friends.

9. The Pony Room

4.8

Exceptional(1490)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Rancho Santa Fe

Booked 12 times today

The Pony Room is a favorite among locals and resort guests alike. In addition to an extensive selection of all expressions of agave spirits, it is also home to one of Southern California's most impressive wine and hand-crafted, seasonally inspired signature cocktail lists. The Pony Room serves exceptional, American inspired comfort classics with daily specials.Live Music 7 nights a weekJoin us every Saturday and Sunday for Brunch on our beautiful hacienda inspired terraces from 11am to 2pm.

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10. Rosina's Italian Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(1210)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Poway / Rancho Bernardo

Booked 5 times today

Rosina's Italian Restaurants is traditional, casual and family friendly. We prepare our pastas and sauces fresh daily. Rosina's is a great place for a business meeting in our larger additional dining room, special gathering date night, or family dinner. Hand Made for 30 YearsWe serve healthy, Mediterranean recipes the Italian way: homemade soups, fresh vegetables, classic Italian cuisine from the heart of Italy. Our family has prepared meals for San Diegans for almost 30 years.Find out why your neighbors are calling both of Rosina's locations hidden gems, and make sure to try the nightly dinner specials!

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Scott
San Francisco Bay Area •9 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Everything was perfect until I got my Louis salad that I asked for half the amount. I’ve been to Brigantine many many times and never had such a small portion and they told me I was gonna have extra lettuce and yet it was drenched in salad dressing. the seafood was great, but the salad was inadequate. My server did bring a to go container with fresh salad and seafood in it to make up for it. The chef needs to learn what it is to do half salad. $18. Wasted.
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Brigantine PowayPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Poway / Rancho Bernardo
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4.6
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AndreaVIP
Las Vegas •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
We thoroughly enjoyed our dinner at Avant! The ambiance was perfect, feeling luxurious and special. The food was delicious, and the cocktails were on point! My husband and I actually had a lovely massage earlier at RB Inn's amazing spa and then cleaned up to have dinner after at the Avant. It was the most relaxing, wonderful date and was much needed in this busy holiday season. We will definitely be back!
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AVANTPrice: Expensive• Californian• Poway / Rancho Bernardo
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4.5
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aline
San Diego •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
thanks for seating us where you did near Christmas tree and being ready with table prepared for 6 of us!
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Chicken Charlie's TablePrice: Moderate• American• Poway / Rancho Bernardo
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4.5
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Suzanne
San Diego •13 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 14, 2024
So yummy! I love that it wasn’t slammed & the servers weren’t hurried.
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Harney Sushi PowayPrice: Moderate• Sushi• Poway / Rancho Bernardo
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4.8
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kathylee
San Diego •12 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 8, 2024
We loved our time here this weekend! It wasn’t very busy, so our group of 9 had plenty of room to sit. It wasn’t very loud. The ambiance of the restaurant was great, good staff and the food was good! Highly recommend this place!
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Public House 131Price: Moderate• American• Scripps Ranch
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4.9

Best Casual Restaurants in Poway / Rancho Bernardo

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25 restaurants available nearby

1. AVANT

2. Brigantine Poway

3. Harney Sushi Poway

4. Public House 131

5. Chicken Charlie's Table

6. BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse - Escondido

7. Black Angus Steakhouse - Escondido

8. MexicanBar

9. The Pony Room

10. Rosina's Italian Restaurant

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