5 Best Restaurants for Local Ingredients in Cardiff By The Sea

5 restaurants available nearby

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1. UNION Kitchen & Tap

4.7

Exceptional(1056)

Price: Moderate

• American • Encinitas

*** WE HAVE MOVED RESERVATION PLATFORMS *** Book your reservation at [https://www.exploretock.com/union-encinitas]Situated at the southern end of Downtown Encinitas on the historic 101 highway, UNION Kitchen & Tap offers New American Cuisine in an inviting, warm, and comfortable restaurant setting. Executive Chef, Jared Saunders, created a frequently changing menu that relies heavily on local and organic ingredients. The menu features a variety of options to choose from including seasonal salads, hearty sandwiches, prime steak and chops, and a number of signature dishes for meat eaters and vegetarians alike. UNION Kitchen & Tap also offers a full complement of local craft beers, boutique wines, and signature cocktails.

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2. Le Papagayo Encinitas

4.4

Awesome(2259)

Price: Moderate

• American • Encinitas

Booked 34 times today

Le Papagayo blends New American and Pacific Coast cuisine to create an amazing fine dining experience. The Chef and Myself combine the freshest of local ingredients and flavor to create a unique character for each meal created from scratch. Dining at Le Papagayo is a full experience that will delight all your senses. Amazing food and a warm and inviting dining room which looks like an art gallery are all part of the experience.We also offer a heated patio and unplugged live music every night.

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3. The Grill at The Lodge at Torrey Pines

4.6

Exceptional(2350)

Price: Moderate

• American • La Jolla

Booked 50 times today

The Grill at The Lodge at Torrey Pines is a restaurant that offers an exclusive view of the iconic Torrey Pines Golf Course. Guests can enjoy wood-fired dishes, craft beer choices, and an expanded patio. The restaurant is known for its decadent Drugstore Hamburger, but it also offers a variety of other dishes, including salads, seafood, and steaks. The Grill is committed to using local ingredients and sound craftsmanship. The restaurant's ambiance is welcoming and thoughtful, and the team is dedicated to providing a memorable experience for guests.

4. Ember & Rye

4.6

Exceptional(1227)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Carlsbad

Booked 41 times today

Dine overlooking the 18th green at this Richard Blais steakhouse... of sorts. This delightful collaboration with acclaimed chef and television personality offers delectable steaks and fresh seafood dishes rooted in fine local ingredients, served in a casual, vintage clubhouse setting located at the signature Arnold Palmer designed Aviara Golf Club.

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5. Mosaic Restaurant and Bar

4.0

Excellent(1)

Price: Moderate

• Californian • Del Mar

Fusing California, Baja and Mediterranean cuisine into artistic and creative dishes, like that of a mosaic. Our philosophy is simple. We select the finest local products and ingredients and create wonderful “from scratch” cuisine. Enjoy casual dining, craft cocktails, beer and wine at our indoor/outdoor bar. Our outside terrace seating features communal areas around fire pits and looks over our resort-style pool. If interested in booking the restaurant, terrace or dining room for a private event, please call our catering manager at (858) 764-0269.

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5 restaurants available nearby

1. UNION Kitchen & Tap

2. Le Papagayo Encinitas

3. The Grill at The Lodge at Torrey Pines

4. Ember & Rye

5. Mosaic Restaurant and Bar

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