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ARLO San Diego, San Diego, CA

ARLO San Diego

4.3
4.3
768 Reviews
$30 and under
American

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 12 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Charming
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Good for special occasions
ARLO is an award-winning restaurant known for its scratch-made dishes, crafted from fresh local ingredients. Serving breakfast, weekend DJ brunch, and dinner, ARLO offers a fun and quirky environment. Highlights include a sweeping outdoor patio, swaying palm trees, and a giant outdoor fireplace. The experience is rounded out by an inventive cocktail program, an extensive wine list, and local craft beers on tap. Recently, ARLO won Best Hotel Restaurant and Best Restaurant for Big Groups in the San Diego Magazine Best of 2024 awards. Free parking is available.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Seafood, Steak
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–11:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 8:00 am–1:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (619) 908-5058
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    Step into the world of culinary excellence at the award-winning ARLO. Indulge in renowned ARLO favorites from our pre-set menu or allow the culinary team to create a personalized dining experience tailored to your guests, whether it be a lively social gathering or a sumptuous sit-down affair. https://www.towncountry.com/restaurantevents/
  • Neighbourhood
    Mission Valley
  • Cross Street
    Hotel Circle/Fashion Valley Road
  • Parking details
    There is a parking structure right out front of ARLO. Pull in the lot, take a ticket, and bring your ticket with you. ARLO offers free parking for your dinner and brunch, make sure to bring in your parking ticket and the staff can validate it.
  • Public transit
    Fashion Valley Transit Center
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • ARLO New Year's Eve 'Gourmet Room' Experience

    US$80.00 - US$95.00 per person

    Dec 31, 2024 only
    Celebrate New Year’s Eve at ARLO with a glamorous nod to its 1950s origins. This year, we’re bringing back the charm of Town and Country's iconic ‘Gourmet Room’ with a three-course menu featuring reimagined classics like Oysters Rockefeller, Coq au Vin, and Lobster Thermidor, paired with vintage cocktails such as Sidecars and French 75s. Live retro music starts at 7 PM. Guests are encouraged to wear 1950s-inspired attire. Reservations are open for two seatings. First seating is at 5 PM/5:30 PM for $80 per person, and the second seating is at 7 PM/7:30 PM/8pm/8:30pm for $95 per person. Please note, pricing excludes tax and gratuity. Free parking with validation. Overnight accommodations available at Town and Country Resort.
    ARLO New Year's Eve 'Gourmet Room' Experience photo
  • New Year's Day Hangover Brunch

    Jan 1, 2025 only
    Kick off the new year at Arlo's Hangover Brunch on January 1st from 8 am to 2 pm! Savor delicious brunch dishes and enjoy a bottomless mimosa cart to keep the celebrations going. Start 2025 in style with great food, endless bubbles, and a fun New Year’s Day vibe!
    New Year's Day Hangover Brunch photo
  • DJ Brunch at ARLO

    Multiple dates available
    Get ready to elevate your weekends with ARLO's DJ Brunch, the center of the city's brunch scene and the ultimate experience that's spinning your Saturdays and Sundays into something special.
    DJ Brunch at ARLO photo

What 768 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.2Food
  • 4.2Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 3.9Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
ARLO San Diego offers a vibrant dining experience with "delicious food" and a "creative menu to please all." Patrons love the "great ambiance" and attentive service, making it perfect for both corporate gatherings and leisurely brunches. The DJ brunch is a highlight, enhancing the lively atmosphere. Reservations recommended!

768 Reviews
  1. Sarah

    VIP

    New York City

    20 reviews

    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    So much fun! The kids loved the winter wonderland!!
    ARLO San DiegoResponded today
    Hi Sarah, We are thrilled that your recent dining experience at ARLO was 5-star! Your compliments are greatly appreciated. It was our pleasure to have you as our guests and we look forward to welcoming you back next time! Kind regards, Carlo DeLeon, Food and Beverage Director

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  2. Matthew

    Charleston

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good brunch, excellent service. We had an 8am reservation. Had standard breakfast foods (not the fancy soufflé pancakes though next time I may try those).
    ARLO San DiegoResponded today
    Hi Matthew, Thank you for your recent brunch experience at ARLO. We appreciate your positive comments on the good food and excellent service. We hope to welcome you back again soon. Sincerely, Carlo DeLeon, Food and Beverage Director

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  3. Wade

    San Diego

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing Christmas buffet! Great service, comfortable, casual, delicious food, large buffet choices, great customer service.
    ARLO San DiegoResponded 4 days ago
    Hi Wade, Thank you for letting us know that you enjoyed a 5-star Christmas experience at ARLO. Your positive feedback on the service, atmosphere and food means a lot to us. It was a pleasure to serve you. Please come back soon! Many thanks, Carlo DeLeon, Food and Beverage Director

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  4. Christine

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was fantastic for Christmas dinner buffet and service was wonderful. We were very pleased with our dining experience.
    ARLO San DiegoResponded 4 days ago
    Hi Christine, We are thrilled that your recent dining experience at ARLO was 5-star! Thank you for letting us know how much you enjoyed the Christmas buffet dinner and wonderful service. It was our pleasure to have you with us for this special occasion. We look forward to serving you again soon! Kind regards, Carlo DeLeon, Food and Beverage Director

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  5. Brian

    San Diego

    5 reviews

    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The food selection was not that great. The meats were already cold. I only enjoyed the salmon. The sides were mostly vegetables. The desserts section was good. For the price of $90 it’s not worth it! I’ve been to a better buffet for $90 with more food selections and warm dishes. I was disappointed tbh! Arlo is one of our to go restaurant in Mission Valley but I don’t think we’ll ever coming back here.
    ARLO San DiegoResponded 3 days ago
    Hi Brian, Thank you for taking the time to leave this review. We truly regret your disappointing experience this time. We value your feedback and we will work to address your issues. We hope to have another opportunity to exceed your expectations in the future. Sincerely, Carlo DeLeon, Food and Beverage Director

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  6. Joe

    San Diego

    8 reviews

    3.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Although the buffet food selection was good, the quality was lacking. The prime rib was overcooked and dry. The salmon was under seasoned. The lamb chops were good as well as the appetizers and deserts.
    ARLO San DiegoResponded 3 days ago
    Hi Joe, Thank you for your review. We set a high standard for ourselves and are truly sorry to hear that standard was not met with this visit. Your feedback will help us enhance our services for all our guests. We hope to have another opportunity to exceed your expectations in the future. Sincerely, Carlo DeLeon, Food and Beverage Director

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  7. Raquel

    San Diego

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    The food that was given for Christmas Day wasn't the best but the drinks were great!
    ARLO San DiegoResponded 3 days ago
    Hi Raquel, I want to extend my sincerest apologies for your overall disappointing experience. Please know that we take your feedback very seriously, and we will use your insights to make meaningful improvements. Sincerely, Carlo DeLeon, Food and Beverage Director

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  8. Rita

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great spot for a large family group. Attentive staff and good food—great variety. Will come back.
    ARLO San DiegoResponded 4 days ago
    Hi Rita, We are thrilled that your recent dining experience at ARLO was 5-star! Thank you for the compliments on our great variety of food and attentive staff! It was our pleasure to have your family with us and we look forward to your next visit. Many thanks, Carlo DeLeon, Food and Beverage Director

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  9. Melanie

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was excellent. A lot of great dishes for their buffet. Wide variety of proteins, veggies, seafood and desserts to select from. Atmosphere was relaxed with a sense of refinement. Attentive service all the way around. And parking was easy and validated. Great place!
    ARLO San DiegoResponded 4 days ago
    Hi Melanie, Thank you for your 5-star review. It's wonderful to hear that you enjoyed excellent food, a wide variety of items, the relaxed atmosphere, validated parking and attentive service! We take pride in the quality of our food and drinks and hope we can share them with you again soon. Many thanks, Carlo DeLeon, Food and Beverage Director

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  10. Zucotti

    San Diego

    3 reviews

    1.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Ambiance is nice but the service is very slow and spotty waiting too long seating options are poor
    ARLO San DiegoResponded 4 days ago
    Hi Zucotti, Thank you for your review. We set a high standard for ourselves and are truly sorry to hear that standard was not met during your recent visit. We appreciate your feedback and we will work to address your issues. We hope to have another opportunity to exceed your expectations in the future. Sincerely, Carlo DeLeon, Food and Beverage Director

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FAQs

ARLO San Diego is rated 4.3 stars by 768 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 12 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for ARLO San Diego

500 Hotel Cir N, San Diego, CA 92108

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Hotel Circle/Fashion Valley Road
  • Neighbourhood
    Mission Valley
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–11:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 8:00 am–1:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Seafood, Steak
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    There is a parking structure right out front of ARLO. Pull in the lot, take a ticket, and bring your ticket with you. ARLO offers free parking for your dinner and brunch, make sure to bring in your parking ticket and the staff can validate it.
  • Public transit
    Fashion Valley Transit Center
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (619) 908-5058
  • Private party facilities
    Step into the world of culinary excellence at the award-winning ARLO. Indulge in renowned ARLO favorites from our pre-set menu or allow the culinary team to create a personalized dining experience tailored to your guests, whether it be a lively social gathering or a sumptuous sit-down affair. https://www.towncountry.com/restaurantevents/
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