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1. Brigantine Escondido
4.6
Exceptional(1638)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Escondido
Booked 2 times today
A San Diego tradition since 1969, the Brigantine has received many accolades in our 40+ year history: "BEST SEAFOOD", "BEST CASUAL SEAFOOD", "BEST HAPPY HOUR", and even "BEST SWORDFISH IN THE WORLD", according to USA Today - just to name a few.Well-known for our signature Clam Chowder, Grilled Swordfish, and Crème Brûlée, the Brigantine is a favorite among locals for consistently fresh seafood, succulent steaks and grilled meats. Located near the California Center for the Arts, Escondido, the Brigantine features fireside seating in a casual dining room, and in the adjacent lounge. Outdoor dining is available on one of our intimate patios, which include both fireplace and water features.Private dining is available.The Escondido Brigantine serves dinner 7 nights a week, and lunch Monday-Saturday. Join us for our signature Happy Hour.
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2. Stone Brewing World Bistro & Gardens
4.6
Exceptional(7125)
Price: Moderate
• Beer Garden • Escondido
Booked 52 times today
At Stone Brewing World Bistro & Gardens, we endeavor to use as much in-season, locally and organically grown produce as possible. It's about much more than freshness and sustainability. Local, organic food--fresh from local growers to your table--simply tastes better and is better for you. With our expansive gardens, patio seating, 36-tap beer systems and select wines you've got a dining experience to satisfy your--body, mind and soul.
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3. Bellamy's Restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(1857)
Price: Moderate
• American • Escondido
Booked 1 time today
Bellamy's restaurant serves healthy, fresh California modern cuisine. All our menu items are prepared on-site daily using top-quality ingredients. We pride ourselves on our farm-to-table dining experience and welcome family and friends alike to come and savor the most robust flavors of every season.
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4. Collette’s
4.7
Exceptional(1338)
Price: Very Expensive
• Farm-to-table • Escondido
Hunsakers is moving forward to COLLETTE'S! COLLETTE is a name that I love. It has been in my family for generations. It means "Victory of the People". The perfect embodiment of my intentions to collaborate with local farmers to do food well for the community that I am thrilled to be a part of. The owner, chef and location remain the same with a reimagined notion of fine dining: COLLABORATIVE COLLECTIVE CUISINEJoin us for date nights, special occasions with family and friends, and on evenings when you would rather open a menu instead of the refrigerator. We would love to cook for you.We are in this together, this is OUR victory!Thank you for dining with us soon and often ~ Jeannette & Chef HunsakerJoin us for the unveiling of COLLETTE'S ~ by invitation only and you are invited!Wednesday October 9th 6:00 seating Thursday, October 10th 6:00 seatingFriday, October 11th 5:30 or 8:00 seatingSaturday, October 12th 5:30 or 8:00 seatingReserve today, make history with us!
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5. Veranda Fireside Lounge & Restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(2572)
Price: Moderate
• Mediterranean • Poway / Rancho Bernardo
Booked 24 times today
With its breathtaking golf course views and award-winning resort service, Veranda at Rancho Bernardo Inn is the perfect place to meet for a quick bite, dine under the stars, or gather around the fire with a cocktail. The olive trees, gardens, and villas that line the Mediterranean coast inform dishes that are made with locally-sourced ingredients and the freshest proteins and given a Southern California twist.
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6. AVANT
4.5
Awesome(1650)
Price: Moderate
• Californian • Poway / Rancho Bernardo
Booked 13 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. Crafted by Chef de Cuisine Sergio Jimenez, 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.
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7. Mille Fleurs
4.8
Exceptional(2276)
Price: Very Expensive
• French American • Rancho Santa Fe
Booked 13 times today
**Please note: Patio requests must call the restaurant to confirm availability for patio dining, as availability is very limited due to table spacing.* Nestled in the heart of the historic and charming village of Rancho Santa Fe, just four miles inland from Del Mar, Mille Fleurs offers magnificent California food presentation with extraordinary French flair. The exquisite yet comfortable French country décor with inviting outside patio provides an atmosphere that is gracious, warm and welcoming. Mille Fleurs has received numerous accolades including: "Top 25 in America" from Food & Wine Magazine "Far and away the best restaurant sampled in greater San Diego" quoted in The New York Times as well as "Best French" and "Best of the Best" in San Diego Magazine. Our award winning wine cellar offers over seven hundred choices spanning the globe and varying greatly in price. A mile down the road is the Chino's Family Farm where our chef heads every day to get fresh ingredients.
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8. Rancho Santa Fe Bistro
4.8
Exceptional(334)
Price: Moderate
• American • Rancho Santa Fe
Booked 3 times today
Welcome to The Rancho Santa Fe Bistro located in the heart of the beautiful downtown Rancho Santa Fe, CA. Our unique bistro offers an amazing menu and a superior wine selection for any lunch or dinner occasion.Owner / Chef Mozy Jahanguiri, who has run restaurants in Chicago, Minneapolis, and Dallas, has opened The Rancho Santa Fe Bistro in the space formerly occupied by The Pantry on Paseo Delicias. Mozy has prepared a menu that offers a wide variety of healthy and stylish fresh grill and more offering a balanced approach to food and wine along with bistro favorites including Oysters Rockefeller, traditional escargots, baked brie with grapes and honey and more for starters. Entrees to satisfy any taste of carefully sourced meats, seafood and much more. Be sure to check out Bistro's beautiful wood wine cellar, housing an extensive collection that spans an impressive 100 years (1897-1997) at a variety of price points.

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