California English

Name: California English
Address: 9276 Scranton Rd, San Diego, CA, United States, 92121-7701
Telephone: (858) 201-3461
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.4

4.4

487 Reviews

$31 to $50

American

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2 people

Dec 25, 2024

7:00 p.m.

Booked 3 times today

Experiences are available.

Innovative
Good for special occasions
Charming

Located in the Sorrento Valley, California English is the newest culinary creation from celebrity chef, Richard Blais. Blais is creating an all-day menu for California English that’ll interpret classic British dishes through the lens of Southern California ingredients.
The idea is a fusion of sorts: the laid-back California lifestyle that makes San Diego so unique, mixed with a cozy pub convivial atmosphere where you can meet friends (or mates) for a pint after work, set up a client lunch with fresh oysters on the menu or have a cozy family dinner over a Sunday roast. Everything on the menu is made from scratch with locally sourced ingredients that make for fresh and flavorful dishes.
The effortless vibe of casual yet stylish makes for the perfect place to celebrate the joy of the unexpected coming together to make the perfect culinary match.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, British, Californian
Hours of Operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Tue–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Afternoon Tea Tue–Sun 11:00 am–5:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Sun 3:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(858) 201-3461
Website
http://www.californiaenglishsd.com/
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive Chef
Richard Blais

Location
9276 Scranton Rd, San Diego, CA 92121-7701
Neighbourhood
Sorrento Mesa
Parking details
Public Lot

Experiences

Brunch
Multiple dates available
Escape to the British countryside without leaving California, where hearty British comfort meets the freshest local bounty. Indulge in timeless brunch classics reimagined by renowned chef Richard Blais with a sun-kissed twist. It's a transatlantic culinary journey that promises farm-fresh charm in every bite!
Lunch
Multiple dates available
Escape to the British countryside without leaving California, where hearty British comfort meets the freshest local bounty. Indulge in timeless lunch classics reimagined by renowned chef Richard Blais with a sun-kissed twist. It's a transatlantic culinary journey that promises farm-fresh charm in every bite!
Dinner
Multiple dates available
Indulge in a unique culinary journey where elevated English pub fare meets the vibrant, fresh ingredients of the California coast. At California English, we blend traditional British comfort food with a modern, Californian twist. Savor our expertly crafted dishes in a warm and inviting atmosphere, perfect for any occasion. Join us for an unforgettable dining experience that celebrates the rich flavors and diverse ingredients of two distinct culinary traditions.

What 487 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.3Food
4.4Service
4.6Ambience
4Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

California English offers a charming blend of British and Californian cuisine. "wonderful concept," though consistency varies. Highlights include "Great service," especially from standout staff like Gus and Marco. Teatime is popular, with delicious desserts like sticky toffee pudding. While some find the food lacking, the creative dishes and beautiful ambiance make it a memorable experience.

487 Reviews

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Heather
San Diego
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our server was very attentive as well as the rest of the staff. We didn’t feel rushed at all. Their recommendations were great! Easy parking and no crowds.
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Sophie
VIP
San Diego
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a treat to go to this place, food is excellent and the staff is so friendly.
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Carlota
Guam
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great brunch and ambience. The food and service were great!
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Christy
VIP
San Diego
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had a wonderful Birthday brunch! Jade provided amazing service! Highly recommend!!
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OpenTable Diner
VIP
San Diego
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Beautiful space indoor and out! Great tea service and cocktails!
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Lizzie
San Diego
8 reviews
4.0
8 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Beautiful restaurant, for sure. The food was delicious. We had the scotch egg (kinda too spicy for me, personally), the Caesar and the fish & chips. Loved the fish & chips. Huge portion, super tasty. French fries were good, too. The four stars is because the service was super slow. Waited awhile for our food. Too much time between apps & entree. Will probably go back because the fish & chips were fire.
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Mia
San Diego
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on December 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Very nice tea service with excellent food options. Nice cocktails as well 🥂
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Joe
VIP
San Francisco
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on December 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Best fish and chips I’ve ever had, and the stone fruit sour is an excellent cocktail
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Quelda
VIP
San Diego
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on December 13, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A very nice place with great service and excellent food.
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karen
VIP
San Diego
30 reviews
3.0
30 reviews
Dined on December 13, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 2
Unfortunately we dined the same evening that the restaurant rented out their front patio to a private party. The noise level from the live music (sliding doors were wide open) interrupted what should have been a lovely, quiet dining experience. Food was good but I see that the smashed pea concoction is still on the menu, lentils on my salmon plate were undercooked and flavorless. The lemon scones were a hit with the table as were the fish&chips. Would I go back? Well, yes, but I won’t order the salmon plate and I would definitely get a substitution for the peas. ;)
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FAQs

California English is rated 4.4 stars by 487 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 25, 2024

7:00 p.m.

Booked 3 times today

Experiences are available.

9276 Scranton Rd, San Diego, CA 92121-7701

Additional information

Neighbourhood
Sorrento Mesa
Hours of Operation
Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Lunch Tue–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Afternoon Tea Tue–Sun 11:00 am–5:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Sun 3:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, British, Californian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Public Lot
Executive Chef
Richard Blais

Website
http://www.californiaenglishsd.com/
Phone number
(858) 201-3461

California English

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Brunch

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Dinner

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What 487 people are saying

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Review summary

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