Enable JavaScript to run this app.
Skip to main content
OpenTable logo
  1. Home
  2. United States
  3. San Diego
  4. North San Diego
  5. Rancho Santa Fe
Rancho Santa Fe Bistro, Rancho Santa Fe, CA

Rancho Santa Fe Bistro

4.7
4.7
341 Reviews
$30 and under
American

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 1 time today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Good for special occasions
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. For lunch walk-ins are welcome.
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.

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Comfort Food, Continental
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu 17:00–20:30 Fri, Sat 17:00–21:00
  • Phone number
    (858) 756-1221
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Area
    Rancho Santa Fe
  • Parking details
    Plenty of parking spaces available on the streets and also a huge Parking lot is available behind the restaurant only at evening hours
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Beer Garden, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 341 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Diego

    American

  • North San Diego

    Best Ambience

  • North San Diego

    Neighbourhood gem

  • North San Diego

    Great for fine wines

  • North San Diego

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Rancho Santa Fe Bistro offers a "charming and cozy" dining experience with "superb food" and a "wonderful ambiance." The enchanting setting, both indoor and outdoor, enhances the "delightful" atmosphere. Known for its "exceptional" specials and "impeccable" service, this family-operated gem is a favorite for many diners.

341 Reviews
  1. Robert

    San Diego

    30 reviews

    5.0

    30 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Good food, good service, good value equal happy guests and repeat customers. Thank you.

    Is this helpful?

  2. Steve

    VIP

    Palm Springs

    11 reviews

    4.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on 2 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our entrees arrived dry…not nearly as moist and flavorful as same entree servings in past visits That said, love the outdoor seating ambiance

    Is this helpful?

  3. Dave

    VIP

    San Diego

    326 reviews

    5.0

    326 reviews

    Dined on 26 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Dinner was very nice - great wine, my steak special was perfectly prepared - waitstaff was friendly

    Is this helpful?

  4. Gina

    VIP

    New York City

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 28 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love love love this place . No better place in rsf and live been to them all.

    Is this helpful?

  5. Jonathan

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 13 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a find in the middle of Rancho Santa Fe! All the decorative lights on, quaint wood framed windows, protected patio out front- we chose a corner table inside, cozy crates of wine and poinsettias piled around, soft conversations from the tables, the gentle maîtred, the comforting waitress. What an ambiance. The Norwegian salmon and New York steak were special. Extensive wine menu. We loved the experience !

    Is this helpful?

  6. Coach

    VIP

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 1 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Bistro never disappoints! Wonderful ambience and even better Cusine.

    Is this helpful?

  7. Sam

    San Diego

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on 23 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Review for Rancho Santa Fe Bistro Rancho Santa Fe Bistro never disappoints! The food is consistently amazing, and this visit was no exception. We usually sit on the patio, which we absolutely love, but this time we decided to sit inside for a change. It was just as charming and cozy, offering a wonderful ambiance. We brought friends along this time, and they were equally impressed. One of the highlights of this bistro is its specials—they’re not just good; they’re exceptional! In fact, we’ve found that the specials often outshine the regular menu, which is saying a lot. The lamb special was cooked to perfection, and the black cod was absolutely divine. To top it all off, the service was impeccable, as always. The staff is attentive, friendly, and genuinely invested in making your dining experience memorable. Rancho Santa Fe Bistro continues to be one of our go-to spots for a perfect meal. Highly recommend!

    Is this helpful?

  8. Robert

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 23 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a wonderful bistro. Dishes were superb, dish plates “licked@ clean. A true gem

    Is this helpful?

  9. Valerie

    VIP

    San Diego

    27 reviews

    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on 20 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We love this neighborhood gem. Food is always excellent and service friendly, owner is lovely.

    Is this helpful?

  10. Dave

    VIP

    San Diego

    326 reviews

    4.0

    326 reviews

    Dined on 19 October 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Nice dinner with friends - waiter was very helpful - wine was very nice - rib eye special tasted great but was hoping for something a little more tender - fish was excellent

    Is this helpful?

FAQs

Rancho Santa Fe Bistro offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (858) 756-1221.

Rancho Santa Fe Bistro is rated 4.7 stars by 341 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 1 time today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Rancho Santa Fe Bistro

6024 Paseo Delicias, Ste C, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067-9512

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Area
    Rancho Santa Fe
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu 17:00–20:30 Fri, Sat 17:00–21:00
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Comfort Food, Continental
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Plenty of parking spaces available on the streets and also a huge Parking lot is available behind the restaurant only at evening hours
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Beer Garden, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of Use
  • Impressum
  • Cookies and Interest-Based Ads
  • Cookie Preferences
Copyright © 2024 OpenTable International Ltd. Alphabeta Building, 14-18 Finsbury Square, London EC2A 1AH - All rights reserved.
OpenTable is part of Booking Holdings, the world leader in online travel and related services.
Booking Logo
Priceline Logo
KAYAK Logo
Agoda Logo
OpenTable Logo