Best Casual Restaurants in Del Mar

74 restaurants available nearby

1. Jake's Del Mar

4.7

Exceptional(10454)

Price: Moderate

• American • Del Mar

Booked 149 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.

2. Pacifica Del Mar

4.5

Awesome(4854)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Del Mar

Booked 30 times today

Perched atop the Del Mar Plaza in the heart of the Village, Pacifica Del Mar has remained a local gem for years as one of the neighborhood’s most sought-after places to dine, wine and gather with friends and family. Their menu showcases casual and inspired fare - like fresh seafood, steak and pasta - complimented by an award-winning wine list and creative cocktails.Whether you choose to dine on their cozy ocean view patio, or join them in our vibrant dining room or bar, their warm service and great food and drink will provide a memorable dining experience.We look forward to seeing you at Pacifica Del Mar. Please note that in an effort to give our staff enough time to turn over and sanitize tables between diners, reservations will be limited to an hour and a half for parties of 4 or less, and 2 hours for parties 5+. We thank you for understanding and helping us keep things safe for you.

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3. Coya Peruvian Secret

4.4

Awesome(651)

Price: Moderate

• Peruvian • Del Mar

Booked 13 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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4. Salt + Lime Del Mar

4.5

Awesome(186)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Del Mar

Booked 26 times today

Mexican cuisine elevated to new heights, blending traditional flavors with modern flair to deliver a truly sensory dining experience.Located in the heart of Del Mar, with stunning ocean views as your backdrop, our menu celebrates the diverse and vibrant flavors of Mexico. From mouthwatering tacos to fresh, zesty seafood ceviches, every dish is crafted to surprise and delight. Whether you’re gathering with friends or enjoying an intimate dinner, Salt & Lime offers the perfect mix of high-energy ambiance and culinary excellence.Expect the unexpected—because too much of a good thing is never enough! Indulge in our unforgettable Espresso Martini or let our Oaxaca Old Fashion warm your soul—cocktails that are as unique as your experience with us.Breakfast is served every Saturday and Sunday from 10:30 AM to 1:00 PM.Join us for Reverse Happy Hour every Friday and Saturday from 9 PM to 11 PM, where the night gets even brighter with irresistible drinks and bites.

5. Shimbashi Izakaya

4.7

Exceptional(980)

Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Del Mar

Booked 17 times today

Shimbashi's theme is based on the Izakaya, a Japanese tapas restaurant. We offer a multi-faceted menu that can be used as a pairing with sake for the light eater or sophisticated dinner entrées served in the Japanese tradition. Our menu changes with the season making each dining experience a new adventure.

6. Sbicca - Del Mar

4.6

Exceptional(2515)

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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7. Del Mar Seaside Grill

4.4

Awesome(12)

Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Del Mar

Booked 2 times today

Restaurant critics, neighborhood regulars and first-time visitors always agree about Del Mar Seaside Grill– the atmosphere is great, the food is outstanding and the service is superb. This restaurant offers a sophisticated, yet casual atmosphere that is perfect for dining with friends, co-workers and family members. The mouth-watering menu features a wide array of great selections always made from highest quality ingredients. Del Mar Seaside Grill can accommodate parties up to 250 people in its main dining room. With 25 years of experience and continuing, Del Mar Seaside Grill in one of San Diego’s finest restaurants and a town favorite.

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8. Steak 48 - Del Mar

4.9

Exceptional(1512)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Del Mar

Booked 135 times today

At Steak 48, we serve the finest steaks and high-quality seafood in an intimate and vibrant setting. Our diverse menu will satisfy any personal craving, as we serve the best USDA prime steaks, succulent seafood, and shellfish along with inventive and classically inspired side dishes and appetizers. Also enjoy classic cocktails and an extensive award-winning wine list. At Steak 48, We encourage all of our guests to get dressed up for a great experience, here is a link to our dress code that you can share with your guests. https://www.steak48.com/steakhouses/del-mar-california/dress-code/ You are going to have a great time!If you need any special accommodations or flowers reach out to us at the host desk! We look forward to seeing you soon!

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9. Brigantine Del Mar

4.6

Exceptional(2753)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Del Mar

Booked 44 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.

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10. Pacific Coast Grill - Cardiff

4.8

Exceptional(9193)

Price: Very Expensive

• Seafood • Cardiff By The Sea

Booked 117 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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Nicole
San Diego •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Could not have asked for a better Christmas dinner! Watching the sunset, with great food and drinks! 10/10 recommend. We are going to come back for the normal menus because the Christmas choices were amazing!
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Pacifica Del MarPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Del Mar
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4.5
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trish
California Central Coast •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
My kids said it was the best all around in a long time!! The wagyu was exceptionally phenomenal!
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Shimbashi IzakayaPrice: Expensive• Japanese• Del Mar
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4.7
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RrVIP
San Diego •15 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Warmly greeted by the reception staff. Reservations had been confirmed the day before. Sat immediately in a Phenomenal viewing location. Our server named Becca, treated us well and set a perfect pace for appetizers, salads, and then the meal. She was constantly checking in on us willing to assist. Please try the Famed Hula Pie for dessert, it's Extraordinary !!!
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Jake's Del MarPrice: Moderate• American• Del Mar
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4.7
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AllieVIP
San Diego •71 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
There were 6 of us and our service was impeccable. We ordered several tacos and ceviches, plus patatas bravas, elote, and beans. We had a few cocktails and a couple of mocktails. We finished up with churros. Every single thing was delicious! We will definitely be back
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Salt + Lime Del MarPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Del Mar
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4.5
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Jay
Portland / Oregon •8 reviews
4.0
Dined on Dec 11, 2024
It can get busy, best way to make sure you get a table is to make a reservation. Ordered a few things to try, Lomo Saltado, Macho, Beet Salad and a Ceviche Mixto. The ceviche was great probably a tad bit more salt and it would've been perfect Beet salad... Beets.. The Lomo was a tad salty for me but the meat was very tender and a good size portion of food. Macho was my favorite a good variety of seafood and lots of flavor.
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Coya Peruvian SecretPrice: Moderate• Peruvian• Del Mar
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4.4

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74 restaurants available nearby

1. Jake's Del Mar

2. Pacifica Del Mar

3. Coya Peruvian Secret

4. Salt + Lime Del Mar

5. Shimbashi Izakaya

6. Sbicca - Del Mar

7. Del Mar Seaside Grill

8. Steak 48 - Del Mar

9. Brigantine Del Mar

10. Pacific Coast Grill - Cardiff

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