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Waverly Restaurant & Lounge, Cardiff, CA

Waverly Restaurant & Lounge

4.8
4.8
177 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 38 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
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

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary American, Contemporary European
  • Hours of operation
    Mon 5:00 pm–12:00 am Tue–Fri 11:00 am–12:00 am Sat, Sun 9:00 am–12:00 am
  • Phone number
    (760) 230-1682
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Brian Redzikowski
  • Private party facilities
    Waverly will proudly host your next private, social or corporate event. For more information submit an inquiry on our website: https://thewaverly.com/private-events/

What 177 people are saying

Waverly Restaurant & Lounge reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Diego

    American

  • North San Diego

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Waverly Restaurant & Lounge in Cardiff enchants with its "amazing food," "delicious craft drinks," and a "beautiful atmosphere." Guests admire its "chic vibe" and "friendly staff," making it a standout spot for both casual dining and special occasions. Despite some service hiccups, its culinary delights and coastal ambiance shine.

177 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner VIP

    San Diego3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We love Waverly. Come here often. Food is always amazing. Service great. Super consistent.

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  2. NinaP

    San Diego8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautifully designed restaurant with a super fun vibe. We went on Sunday for brunch and they had a DJ playing music. It was a little loud, but we still enjoyed it. Our server was so bubbly and nice. She gave us a small dessert with a candle and sang happy birthday with us for my friend. The menu had the traditional favorites as well as some creative dishes. Great experience!

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  3. Erica VIP

    San Diego29 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    LOVE Waverly. The food and ambience is always fun. Went for dinner with girlfriends and we had the best time. Always recommend this spot!

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  4. Sophia VIP

    Orange County11 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 4
    It was just ok. Our server wasn’t there much and it took quite while for drinks and food to come out. Asked for a side of balsamic vinegar and server said that they were out. Super weird because we had the ricotta that comes with balsamic just before our entrees came. I liked the ricotta appetizer, but I feel like it would’ve been much better with honey drizzled on the top instead of the excess amount of salt that it had. Two small pieces of sourdough isn’t enough for how much ricotta they give you. I had also asked if I could do a salad on the side of my burger instead of fries and our server said she wasn’t sure and that she’d check and let me know. She didn’t come back to let me know, the burger got dropped off with probably 9 pieces of arugula with no dressing. Burger was good, was just disappointed that I wasn’t told a yes or a no on the salad, and if I would’ve known what the salad on the side would be, I would not have ordered it. I don’t think I’d come back. Staff needs to be trained better

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  5. OpenTable Diner VIP

    San Diego5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    So delicious, the Caesar salad is the absolute best!!!

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  6. Heather VIP

    New York City3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We love Waverly and we appreciate Max’s knowledge and attention to detail!

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  7. Ali

    Hawaii1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful restaurant with yummy food! I shared three dishes with my date and we enjoyed all three. The caesar salad, ceviche, and chicken entree. They also had a lovely selection of mocktails that actually tasted good. I will definitely come back!

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  8. OpenTable Diner VIP

    San Diego3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 2, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fun brunch ambiance for friends, a little noisy. The portions aren’t huge but the food and drinks are good.

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  9. Tim VIP

    San Francisco2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always an amazing time at Waverly, the food continues to Wow us. The service is always excellent as well.

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  10. Susan

    San Diego1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This restaurant has one of the BEST Vibes in North County:) Situated next to the Coast, it has a sophisticated coastal ambiance and a colorful clientele. The service is off the chart way above excellent and the whole staff bends over backwards to ensure you have a memorable visit. Whether just an evening or a special event, Waverly is the perfect venue. We had the Scallops and the Grilled Barramundi both delicious, super fresh and cooked to perfection. Also, their Whipped Buttermilk Ricotta was off the charts!! Kudo's to the amazing service we had from MAX, and make Waverly your next stop for amazing food and a great time.

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FAQs

Waverly Restaurant & Lounge is rated 4.8 stars by 177 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 38 times today
Google Map for Waverly Restaurant & Lounge

2005 San Elijo Ave, Cardiff, CA 92007-1726

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Encinitas
  • Hours of operation
    Mon 5:00 pm–12:00 am Tue–Fri 11:00 am–12:00 am Sat, Sun 9:00 am–12:00 am
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary American, Contemporary European
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Brian Redzikowski
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (760) 230-1682
  • Private party facilities
    Waverly will proudly host your next private, social or corporate event. For more information submit an inquiry on our website: https://thewaverly.com/private-events/
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