Best Live Music Restaurants in Cardiff By The Sea

33 restaurants available nearby

1. Ki's Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(1019)

Price: Moderate

• Californian • Cardiff By The Sea

During these trying times, we are trying to adjust our service so that customers feel safe but still have a great Ki's experience. Daytime service is as it always has been: order at the counter and the food will be brought to you in the seating area we have created outside under the tents. Night-time is full service. Sunday through Thursday is upstairs. The tables are spaced far apart and there is an option of being out on the front deck for parties of two. On Friday and Saturday, we will be offering full service in both seating areas of upstairs and under the tents outside. Ki's is a perfect fit for its local beach community culture. We provide food options that serve the needs of people who enjoy the outdoors and have a high degree of awareness for their health, fitness and well being. And Ki's is more than just a 'health food' option for many. It is simply great food for anyone-professionals, families looking for a home-cooked meal or friends hanging out enjoying some tasty eats.

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2. Waverly Restaurant & Lounge

4.6

Exceptional(98)

Price: Expensive

• American • Encinitas

Booked 15 times today

Located in beautiful Cardiff by The Sea, Waverly is a full-service restaurant serving Progressive American cuisine & specialty cocktails with a European influence.Evening Dining Reservation tables will be reserved for 1 hour and 45 minutes for parties of up to 2 and for 2 hours for parties of up to 6.Reservations are weather permitting and may be rescheduled if inclement weather is forecast. You will be contacted by one of our Hospitality Leaders should modifications need to be made to your reservation.*We offer a limited menu happy hour Tuesday through Sunday from 3 to 5 PM. No reservations needed – first come, first served

3. Haven

4.2

Awesome(134)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Encinitas

Booked 4 times today

Nestled in the hills of Leucadia, Fox Point Farms is home to Haven Farm + Table, a new Californian restaurant helmed by Chef de Cuisine Kelston Moore and General Manager and Wine Director Ricardo Zarate Jr. Haven features the bountiful produce of the three-acre regenerative farm located just steps away from the kitchen. Delight in innovative dishes such as the Jerk Pork Belly Mole while dining on the terrace overlooking our lush fields, or sip a cocktail designed by Phillip Laethem in the stately yet cozy dining room.

4. SAGO

4.3

Awesome(85)

Price: Expensive

• Asian • Encinitas

Booked 10 times today

SAGO is a new and exciting dining and nightlife concept, steps from Encinitas beaches. Looking forward to greeting our guests and giving them and outstanding experience.

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5. Vigilucci's Trattoria Italiana

4.7

Exceptional(1326)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Encinitas

Booked 12 times today

Vigilucci’s Trattoria Italiana features an exceptional menu of Italian favorites, certified prime steaks and the freshest seafood. Open for over two decades, 2019 marks the 25 year anniversary of Vigilucci’s Trattoria formerly located in Encinitas. Menu highlights include many of the company’s signature dishes, made from scratch pastas, salads, steaks, seafood, pizzas and calzones. Private dining space is available for large or small groups. Our casual yet sophisticated piano bar enhances the dining experience.For off-site events and parties contact Cater@Vigiluccis.comCatering to the most discerning palates for over 20 years,Vigilucci’s catering team can custom create a unique and memorable menu for celebrating life’s special occasions.

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6. Le Papagayo Encinitas

4.4

Awesome(2253)

Price: Moderate

• American • Encinitas

Booked 3 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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7. 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.

8. Sbicca - Del Mar

4.6

Exceptional(2510)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Del Mar

Booked 18 times today

We look forward to having you join us! San Diego's favorite "Neighborhood" restaurant. Located in beautiful, quaint Del Mar and winner of the "Gold Medallion Award" for Best Neighborhood Restaurant awarded by the San Diego Chapter of the California Restaurant Association. Dine up on the Ocean View deck and take in the blue pacific while enjoying our award winning cuisine or sit on our ocean view sidewalk cafe and sip on one of our Wine Spectator award winning wine list wines. SPECIALS: 1/2 price on Wine Bottles Tuesdays & ThursdaysHappy Hour Daily 3-5pm (excluding holidays) Please note we cannot guarantee seating requests, we will do our best to accommodate but it is not a guarantee for inside or outside

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9. Coya Peruvian Secret

4.4

Awesome(649)

Price: Moderate

• Peruvian • Del Mar

Booked 2 times today

Located next to Del Mar beach on 11th street, Coya Peruvian Secret Restaurant offers award winning gourmet Peruvian- Cali fusion Peruvian cuisine in charming cottage house under a tree. All seats are outside tucked in greenery so its in all casual seating. Voted best Seafood by locals and best Latin American in SD we are primally seafood place but we also proudly serve great meat choices, like our surf and turf with Rib Eye, traditional Lomo with Filet mignon, lamb stew with New Zealand lamb, excellent short rib with sweet potatoes and Peruvian half roasted chicken. If you seeking cozy color full vibe full of magic for a date or family reunion we are perfect choice. You will astonish your party with unforgettable flavors. Take them of a gourmet trip to Peru and back tonight.

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10. Ocean View Bar & Grill Restaurant in Hotel Indigo Del Mar

3.7

Very Good(25)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Del Mar

Booked 2 times today

Hotel Indigo's Ocean View Bar & Grill serves authentic local favorites, creative appetizers, sharable plates and signature cocktails. Along with its enticing menu, guests enjoy ocean views and contemporary décor. The grill also features live local music on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays. Bring your furry friend and enjoy al fresco dining by the fire pit, or belly up to the bar for one of our signature cocktails.

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Carolina
San Diego •2 reviews
5.0
Dined today
I enjoy the Thanksgiving dinner Coming back next year Great service
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Vigilucci's Trattoria ItalianaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Encinitas
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4.7
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Michele
San Diego •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
This is one of my favorite spots in North County. They were experiencing some issues with over booking, and they more than made up for the inconvenience. Their staff and customer service are top notch! The new menu was amazing too!! Plus they always have great music.
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SAGOPrice: Expensive• Asian• Encinitas
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4.3
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Vi
San Diego •10 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 21, 2024
I love the big dining room upstairs where I can look out to the ocean. Also, I used the ramp at the back for the first time because, at 85, the stairs are getting treacherous for me. I love Ki's!
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Ki's RestaurantPrice: Moderate• Californian• Cardiff By The Sea
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4.7
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Marilyn
San Diego •17 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 21, 2024
My girlfriend and I go there a lot. We usually split the Caesar salad, which is the best ever Caesar! Today we split the avocado toast. It was pretty bland for our taste. We usually think of avocado toast as having some sort of little kick, but this had none. Salt and pepper helped a little, then we asked for some aoli, which was chipotle mayo, which also helped. But we both decided that we wouldn’t order it again.
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Waverly Restaurant & LoungePrice: Expensive• American• Encinitas
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4.6
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Pollyvip
San Diego •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 21, 2024
Great over-all with excellent service. Would have preferred a more varied menu with a couple of additional entrees- possibly a chicken option? and possibly a vegan option. Ceasar salad, bread and soup were very good~ and the flavored butters. A little chilly, but not bad considering is so open air inside. Savanah was a wonderful server xoxo
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HavenPrice: Expensive• Californian• Encinitas
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4.2

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33 restaurants available nearby

1. Ki's Restaurant

2. Waverly Restaurant & Lounge

3. Haven

4. SAGO

5. Vigilucci's Trattoria Italiana

6. Le Papagayo Encinitas

7. UNION Kitchen & Tap

8. Sbicca - Del Mar

9. Coya Peruvian Secret

10. Ocean View Bar & Grill Restaurant in Hotel Indigo Del Mar

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