Best Lunch Restaurants in Sorrento Valley

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1. Milton's Restaurant

4.6

Exceptional(411)

Price: Moderate

• American • Del Mar

Booked 2 times today

Your hosts, David Levy and Barry Robbins, welcome you to their version of a traditional deli! When we opened in 1995 our goal was to remind our customers what a deli experience is like. From crunchy kosher pickles to piled high pastrami and corned beef sandwiches, steaming bowls of matzo ball soup, traditional brisket dinners and a bakery boasting homemade recipes, we hope to please our customers from start to finish. We work hard to source the best meats, vegetables, and ingredients all while developing new items to keep up with current culinary trends!

2. Jake's Del Mar

4.8

Exceptional(10506)

Price: Moderate

• American • Del Mar

Booked 121 times today

Aloha friends of Jake’s Del Mar! We are open for indoor and outdoor dining, takeout, and delivery. Visit jakesdelmar.com to view our menus or place a takeout order online!Jake’s is the quintessential California oceanfront dining experience. The eclectic menu compliments the casual, yet elegant restaurant atmosphere right on the Del Mar shore. With chef-driven California coastal fare, craft cocktails, and unforgettable ocean views, it’s the best of the west coast. Whether for a date night or a celebration with friends and family, Jake’s serves up something special every time.

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3. South of Nick's - Del Mar

4.7

Exceptional(633)

Price: Expensive

• Mexican • Del Mar

Booked 68 times today

An essential stop in San Diego for Southern California Mexican Cuisine.South of Nick's Mexican Kitchen & Bar features Classic Mexican favorites, prime steaks and seafood with a So Cal twist. Fine Tequilas & Margaritas Our food and drink meets the highest standards of quality, freshness and seasonality and combines both modern-creative and traditional styles of cooking. Nick’s is dedicated to perfecting the dining experience through continuous innovation, offering the highest quality food and beverage, and executing impeccable standards of hospitality. The deeply instilled Nick’s culture is personified by its Ladies and Gentlemen – professionals who share a single focus and are inspired and committed to offering great service and creating positive memorable experiences.

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4. Beeside Balcony Del Mar

4.5

Awesome(1427)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary European • Del Mar

Booked 21 times today

Beeside Balcony is a hidden gem in old Del Mar, CA with a relaxed seaside chic décor where guests enjoy global mediterranean cuisine and ocean views from the covered outside balcony. A third generation chef of Spanish and Italian descent, and hailing form Paris, France, Christophe's restaurant career began at 17 in the kitchen of his father's restaurant in Pasadena when they first emigrated to the USA. Upon returning to southern California in 2011, Christophe spent 8 years as the managing partner of Eddie V's Prime Seafood in La Jolla. Here he deepened his knowledge of sourcing and cooking the freshest seafood available, while delivering world class service. The laid back coastal vibe of Del Mar, combined with the attention to detail from Christophe's fine dining background, infuses Beeside Balcony with an easy elegance that elevates any gathering, and makes the perfect backdrop to showcase his global mediterranean menu.

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5. Amaya at Fairmont Grand Del Mar

4.1

Excellent(1359)

Price: Very Expensive

• French • Carmel Valley

Booked 13 times today

Amaya at Fairmont Grand Del Mar combines the spirit of a beloved Parisian brasserie with a farm- and sea-to-table philosophy that celebrates the bounty of Southern California. Savor modern renditions of French brasserie classics including a hearty bouillabaisse, escargot, duck cassoulet, fruits de mer tour and tender filet de boeuf. Enjoy breakfast, lunch or dinner in the shaded terrace surrounded by fragrant blooms, or immerse yourself in the convivial atmosphere of our indoor dining room.Amaya’s menu is defined as much by an allegiance to French tradition as it is to Southern California’s bounty through the seasons. LIVE LIMITLESS - Join the rewards program designed with you in mind. As a member of ALL – Accor Live Limitless, you’ll earn points on dining, experiences and hotel reservations at more than 5,000 hotels worldwide. Enroll at https://bit.ly/3gvDtJG

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6. Brigantine Del Mar

4.6

Exceptional(2763)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Del Mar

Booked 28 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.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. Perched between the spectacular Pacific Ocean and the hills of Rancho Santa Fe, the Del Mar Brigantine sits high above the action of the Del Mar racetrack.A lushly landscaped garden offers an unparalleled setting for weddings and outdoor-themed events. Indoors, a formal dining room looks out to the garden through floor-to-ceiling french doors. For more casual dining, the glass-enclosed deck is a year-round favorite.The Del Mar Brigantine serves dinner 7 nights a week, lunch Monday-Saturday, and brunch each Sunday.

7. Poseidon

4.8

Exceptional(5611)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Del Mar

Booked 63 times today

The minute you walk into Poseidon, you’ll be swept by the fabulous view. You couldn’t be closer to the sand and the beach than sitting at Poseidon on their beautiful outdoor patio. With such a spectacular ocean view, you’ll experience breathtaking sunsets and during the right season even catch a glimpse of the whales migrating up or down the coast. The bar offers a large circular firepit, which is nice on those chilly fall or winter nights. Off to the side of the bar is a split level dining room offering every table a panoramic view of the beach and the ocean. For decades, Poseidon has delighted both local San Diegans and the tourists that love the beach.

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8. Pacific Coast Grill - Cardiff

4.8

Exceptional(9244)

Price: Very Expensive

• Seafood • Cardiff By The Sea

Booked 98 times today

Pacific Coast Grill's oceanfront venue features unique Pacific Coastal cuisine, an oyster bar, select sushi rolls, and a plethora of seafood choices, delicious steaks and more! There are two levels of dining at the new PCG with every dining seat in the house carefully planned to have an ocean view. There are bars on both levels and a heated outdoor patio and a deck with one of the best views of the Pacific Ocean and the line up at Cardiff Reef. You can watch surfers, kite surfers, dolphins, whales and spectacular sunsets from throughout the restaurant.

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9. Tamarindo Latin Kitchen- Del Mar

4.8

Exceptional(918)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Del Mar

Booked 23 times today

Tamarindo Del Mar **NOW OPEN FOR LUNCH AND DINNER**Kitchen closes promptly at 9pm Sunday-Thursday and 10pm on Friday+Saturday's.

10. Red Tracton's

4.6

Exceptional(1714)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Del Mar

Booked 15 times today

East coast style Steakhouse and Supper Club with roots dating back 75 years plus . Red Tracton's is know for serving only the finest in Prime Beef and Seafood. Quality and quantity is Reds trademark. Live entertainment Tuesday - Saturday at the Piano bar.

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Ed
Washington, D.C. Area •3 reviews
5.0
Dined today
The food was exceptional, and the service was impeccable. Every dish we tried was delicious, and the sunset view from our window-side table added a magical touch to the evening. Highly recommend this spot for a memorable dining experience!
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Jake's Del MarPrice: Moderate• American• Del Mar
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4.8
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JanetVIP
San Diego •63 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Great service, wonderful job with refilling drinks and we loved our food and this restaurant
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Milton's RestaurantPrice: Moderate• American• Del Mar
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4.6
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Anastasia
Montreal / Quebec •1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
We were there at 1 pm for late lunch. There was construction noise on the North side of the patio as the next door building is being renovated. Otherwise, it was a nice atmosphere with ocean view, good service and good food. I recommend the restaurant.
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Beeside Balcony Del MarPrice: Expensive• Contemporary European• Del Mar
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4.5
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Diane
San Diego •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 6 Jan 2025
Hannah was very friendly, helpful and attentive. Her service was timely and the food was great! We’ll be back!
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South of Nick's - Del MarPrice: Expensive• Mexican• Del Mar
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4.7
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DominicVIP
Los Angeles •13 reviews
5.0
Dined on 5 Jan 2025
Amaya is always a great spot, we enjoy going for brunch and sitting on the terrace. Besim provides excellent service and always makes us feel welcome! There is no better place for a relaxing and beautiful location to enjoy with your family or a large group.
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Amaya at Fairmont Grand Del MarPrice: Very Expensive• French• Carmel Valley
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4.1

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95 restaurants available nearby

1. Milton's Restaurant

2. Jake's Del Mar

3. South of Nick's - Del Mar

4. Beeside Balcony Del Mar

5. Amaya at Fairmont Grand Del Mar

6. Brigantine Del Mar

7. Poseidon

8. Pacific Coast Grill - Cardiff

9. Tamarindo Latin Kitchen- Del Mar

10. Red Tracton's

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