Buonasera

2 years ago

Came for a quick bite and love their new york style pizza! Crust is thin crust and tomato sauce was delicious along with a great cheese pull! Only sad thing was I came during a lunch rush and they ran out of pizza by the slice so my options were limited. Still happy with their cheese pizza and will come back to try their other slices! They have outdoor seating with a great view and also indoor seating with a large tv for any big games. read more

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Great spot to grab a couple of slices of pizza after a hike at Torrey Pines Tasty pizzas and knots with great and friendly service read more

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2 years ago

Perfectly fine but definitely nothing special. Parking is a major hassle. The pizza was very average. The large house salad was plenty for two and well priced. The guy who took our order was a bit curt. There are so many better pizza places in San diego. I wouldn't bother going here. The mexican place next door is far better. read more

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Shirley H.

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Stopped by on the way to the beach for an early dinner. Enjoyed a couple of slices, glass of beer and wine then doubled back for house salad and an Aperol spritz. Was such a nice spot early afternoon before it got crowded. Love this local gem!! read more

Buonasera - The view from the patio - Pizza Near Me - Del Mar, California

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2 years ago

Find little spot outdoors to stop off after a hike or walk. Pizza was good, had rosé. Only beer and wine pretty much. Service was lacking. Bartender not very friendly. Just a pizza joint I suppose. Paper plates, foil containers, pretty much it. But Location and view made up for it. read more

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David J.

2 months ago

Awesome pizza and large salads. With a couple of Garlic Knots; you will be more than full. Had the Drink Slice and Salad combo. Really cool atmosphere. New York style pizza and with the "wittiness" of the upbeat staff and quick service, it feels like NY in southern California. read more

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Alex H.

9 months ago

I came to get one of their lunch combos on a lazy Monday morning and wow what a surprise this place was! The pizza had a crispy undercarriage but was not overcooked in the slightest. The sauce on top had good flavor and it was an overall great slice. The Caesar salad was huge and I considered taking half of it home (I never take leftovers). The garlic bite was delicious and reminiscent of the bread I used to get at my favorite pizzeria as a kid... will be coming back just for these. And the cherry on top was the freshly brewed black iced tea that they offer. Will be back again, likely this week!! read more

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Susan A.

2 months ago

Great stop for a one-slice appetite, and the best location you could want! Service is great and the lagoon view is amazing. Try the custom-made calzone and you will be singing its praises! read more

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Sam T.

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2 years ago

This spot has my new favorite pizza in the U.S., which is the Crime Scene (left in the photo, white sauce). The Meat Lovers (right, red sauce) was decent; however, the Crime Scene's ricotta absolutely had me stunned and wanting more each bite. Unfortunately, I cannot recommend the pasta as it lacked any sort of flavor in both the bolognese and the alfredo, but I will simply come here for their pizzas. The pizza alone would have easily been five stars, but the pasta made me settle on 4 overall due to the price of it and its worth. read more

Buonasera - Crime Scene (left) and Meat Lovers pizza (right) - Pizza Near Me - Del Mar, California

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8 months ago

Need a casual place for a gathering that is good for families/kids, this is your spot - With pizzas by the slice, it's convenient and easy. Service from the pizza guy heating up the slices was friendly and nice. But everything was just ok. Pizza looked like it had sat in the case for awhile but was looking forward to a nice melted cheese (you know, the kind that keeps stretching when you take a bite), and was disappointed with just a mediocre heat. If you go, would recommend ordering a new/fresh full pizza, but be prepared to wait for it. Pasta bolognese was nice to have some other options besides pizza, but wish it was more saucy and covered the spaghetti better. Chicken salad was nice and fresh. Was just more hopeful for the pizza. Parking was limited but we came at a time that wasn't super busy. Also, one communal bathroom outside in the hallway. All in all, have had better NY pizzas elsewhere but appreciated the convenience and ease of finding a place for our group. read more

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Karen J.

6 months ago

Great food and friendly service. Easy to order at the counter and they had several vegetarian pizza slice options!

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Zoe B.

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So good! Stumbled across this joint when getting coffee next door. The pizza is perfect and lots of choices! It was all good. I usually get the slice but plan to get a full size next time. Staff is always helpful. Great gem in the area! read more

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This spot is very close to the Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve! After hiking there, you can stop by here to get some delicious pizza and great views. I ordered the two slices of pizza, a drink, and a garlic knot. The garlic knot was decent. I was hoping for more of a garlicky flavor. The meat lovers slice was great. I also enjoyed the spice from the jalapeño pepperoni slice. The pizza has a solid crust and great flavor. I would definitely come back here to get some pizza after a nice beach day or hike! read more

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Bart W.

1 year ago

I don't know what to say. Last time I ordered from here to go when we went to pick up our order the pizza box was sitting in the warming oven empty. OK mistakes happen and we had to sit around for 25 minutes while they made us another pizza. Today I go to pick up my order and they said the delivery guy accidentally took our order of wings and they had to make our order of wings. What really made me upset was the way the handled it. Both times just a shrug and I had to sit around while they corrected their mistakes. No sincere apology no offer for a discount on a future order or an offer to take something off our current check. Just plain poor customer service. read more

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D C.

3 months ago

Not everyone will love this place, but we do. It's good people, serving good food, in a great location. It's simple and straightforward satisfying. read more

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Ismael B.

3 months ago

Amazing food great staff and food. Very reasonable prices. Try the Alfredo pasta and the pep pizza had a great sweetness

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Jack M.

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This place offers some pretty good pizza. Next time, I need to try one of their sandwiches. I had the three slice special with a beverage for $12.50. I had a slice of the supreme, the crime scene, and the Miramar. All three slices were quite good, but my favorite was the crime scene with meatballs, ricotta, and dollops of house marinara sauce. the slices came on a very good crust. The crust was not only tasty but offered a slight crunchiness and a bit of chew. The red sauce on the supreme had a good balance between acidity and a touch of sweetness. They offer a lot of different pizza varieties and also make sandwiches, salads, pastas, and calzone & strombolis. Service is good. The place has a large patio and inside seating. They serve beer and wine. read more

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Tiffany K.

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Pizza is great. Pizza is thin crust and they have gluten-free crust available. Super friendly staff and casual atmosphere. Great for a post-hike slice. Kid friendly. Has adjoining Bird Rock coffee roasters and taco shop. read more

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Tried it a few times since they opened. Pizza is not too great and it was overheated so the crust was hard to chew. It was a little too dark on the patio at night, hard to find seating. Lots of loud kids also. read more

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A friend of mine lives nearby and this is her neighborhood pizza spot. I came here for dinner with her one day. Pizza is decent but nothing special. The view overlooking Torrey Pines is nice and around sunset it's certainly a nice hangout spot. The beer selection is also very good. read more

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Taffi S.

3 months ago

Still good food. But service is terrible. Rude, and they actually seem mad they have to service customers. Three staff members ignored me and the cashier yelled at me for telling her I was ignored and which line do I pick up. Too many good pizza places near us to undertake rude service. Really disappointed this place used to respect and appreciate my family. read more

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Jay G.

1 year ago

Came here to hike the trail by the restaurant. Stopped by for a couple drinks after. One of the nicest views and even better service. The hospitality is immaculate! Restaurants should strive for this type of atmosphere and Buonasera sets the bar high! read more

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Sarah J.

1 year ago

I was pleasantly surprised by this little place. The pizza is great and view isn't too bad either. You should check it out if you are in the area. read more

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Natalie P.

4 months ago

Such good pizza, nice staff, and great location ! Indoor outdoor space is such a vibe and for sure a place I'll be coming back to !

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Stopped by here after a nice hike at Torrey Pines! A perfect San Diego day to enjoy the outdoors. We were looking for a place to eat after and thought a few slices of pizza would be perfect. Buonasera popped up on Yelp and we are so glad we gave it a try! Great pizza, great service, amazing experience! Can't wait to come back soon! read more

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I like the pizza here but the garlic rolls are the best! Service was great, there was a bit of a line but it moved quickly. Decent seating outside with a few tables inside. read more

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Tracy B.

9 months ago

Oh my goodness. It's always hard to find good pizza here, but this was the spot. The sauce was amazing and the staff was so friendly. And the ranch was delicious too. read more

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Alyssa S.

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Great service today from Ervin. We got a slice pie, which is a great deal. 8 mix and match slices for $28. One was the new eggplant ricotta slice (here on my plate once I took it home). Yum! read more

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Joriene M.

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Food (5/5 stars): We spent the day at Torrey Pines and ended it with dinner nearby at Buonasera New York Pizzeria. Their pizza reminded me of Joe's Pizza in NY and Mamma's In South Pasadena! I loved the flavor of their sauce and the cheese-to-sauce ratio was on point. This definitely made my North County top 5 pizza spots! Experience (5/5 stars): * Price: pretty reasonable * Wait Time: minimal for a party of 5 during dinner on a Tuesday * Service: good * Parking: street parking can be a little difficult * Ambiance: it's a nice, modern pizzeria read more

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Chris B.

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This has to be one of our favorite pizza places. If you like a good thin crust, this place is a must try. Pizzas are already made, you can pick whatever slices you want - buy by the slice or the pizza. Special requests are made to order, with gluten free as an option. We've tried most of their selection and everything was amazing, our favorite has to be the meat lovers. Bonus is the view. The restaurant sits overlooking the water front and at the right times, you can enjoy the sun set with your meal. There are plenty of outside seating to enjoy the weather. Parking is tough, mostly street parking but we never had an issue (purely by luck) every time we came. read more

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This is such a great little quick pizza spot. You can't go wrong with getting a slice and getting it warmed up. It comes out great. Not only was the pizza tasty but it was quite reasonable. We are definitely coming back here again in the future. I would suggest the ricotta and sausage pizza. It's far better than the more well-known pizza place in Orange County that does the same thing. read more

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Corey M.

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It's great food with a great view! The patio seating here is great for seeing Torrey Pines beach. Their garlic knots and their pizza is amazing, but my favorite thing is their antipasto salad, which is massive, comes with salami and cheese, and only $13! i've never been able to finish it in one sitting read more

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Tara K.

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Came here on a whim and such a great decision. Ordering to-go was painless and I got 2 slices of pizza and a water for $10! The pizza was fantastic, the crust had a great bite to it and it wasn't too greasy like how some pizzas can often get. Will def come back again! I had a hard day so this was just what I needed/) read more

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Katherine T.

5 months ago

I ordered online from my hotel for delivery. Food arrived hot and absolutely delicious. Great gluten free pizza! Delivery fee was reasonable and delivered swiftly and with kind professionalism. Highly recommend. read more

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Maddy M.

10 months ago

Pizza is super good but the service really isn't great. Feels like every time I come here the people who work here are super rude. This is one of those places where you just take your stuff to go and try not to interact with anyone... read more

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Michelle A.

9 months ago

Met 2 friends there yesterday for a late lunch and drinks. The bartender was continuously smacking and popping his gum so loud you could hear it throughout the patio, even inside. It was so obnoxious and annoying we left. read more

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Tish S.

10 months ago

What a great place!! The food was great and reasonably priced compared to other restaurants nearby. The view was perfect for relaxing and enjoying time with friends and family. The staff were helpful and the food came out quick. I highly recommend their garlic knots and the pasta yummmmm. read more

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John C.

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1 year ago

Busy spot, for good reason. The food is good and the locals love it. Besides the pizza, I highly recommend the meatballs which are really tasty. read more

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Came on a Friday around 7. There was a short line to wait in. They had several different kinds of pizza by the slice but we decided to order a full pizza assuming it would be hot and fresh. Sat outside on the patio as there is limited seating inside. There is a bar outside and ordered wine and a beer. There were people on the patio with dogs. It was chilly and they had heaters on. The patio is pretty dark in spots and some of the tables were not very clean. We asked for a towel to wipe down our table as it was pretty busy and we had waited for a table under a heater and with some light. There is parking in the back (shared with a taco shop) and it was decently lit. Street parking in the front that requires using stairs. Pizza came and was pretty meh to be honest. My husband loves pizza and felt the same. The crust was not very crisp, the pizza wasn't super hot and the toppings were pretty skimpy for the price. We got the supreme which is: Pepperoni, sausage, mushroom-we left them off because I don't like them, green pepper, onion and olive and cost $29. Overall if I went back I would try an individual slice to see how that stacks up. This place is pretty out of the way for me and I am unlikely to be in the area. read more

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Sarah A.

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Came here for a bite to eat after a little hiking the other day. The service was amazing, i wish I could remember the bar tenders name! It has the nicest outdoor patio area if you're wanting to sit in the sun and it was perfect. Highly recommend and I will definitely be back! read more

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2212 Carmel Valley Rd
Ste 1
Del Mar, CA 92014
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(858) 925-7136
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Hours

What time does Buonasera open?

Buonasera opens at 10:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Buonasera close?

Buonasera closes at 10:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Buonasera take credit cards?

Yes, Buonasera takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Buonasera have catering options?

Yes, Buonasera does have catering options.

Does Buonasera have a drive thru?

No, Buonasera does not have a drive thru.

Does Buonasera have a happy hour?

Yes, Buonasera has a happy hour.

Does Buonasera serve alcohol?

Yes, Buonasera serves alcohol. Beer & Wine Only

Indoor Amenities

Does Buonasera allow dogs?

Yes, Buonasera allows dogs.

Does Buonasera have TVs?

Yes, Buonasera has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Buonasera have bike parking?

Yes, Buonasera has bike parking.

Does Buonasera have outdoor seating?

Yes, Buonasera has outdoor seating options.

Does Buonasera have parking?

Yes, Buonasera has parking options.

Other Amenities

Is Buonasera wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Buonasera is wheelchair accessible.

Does Buonasera have free WiFi?

Yes, Buonasera has free WiFi.

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Specialties

New York pizza by the slice. Come in for our lunch combos, order delivery from home, let us cater your parties

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Does BUONASERA NEW YORK PIZZERIA IN DEL MAR Have indoor tables?

Yes there are indoor tables to sit

Do you delivery to Torrey Pines State Beach?

Yes; they deliver to Torrey Pines State Beach

Have you started serving beer & wine yet?

No they are still waiting for approval

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Do they have gluten free crust?

Yes, it's one of their menu items.

Does this location have gluten free crust too?

Yes!

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Do you have any vegan pizza?

They can make any pizza vegan by making it without the cheese

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Davanti Enoteca - Del Mar

Davanti Enoteca would be a taverna in Italy. It has a nice bar area, heated/enclosed patio dining,…read moreand outdoor tables. We have had lunch, dinner, Happy Hour, and a weekend brunch here. The weekend brunch menu is limited. Happy Hour is very good. One of the best dishes is the Proscuitto-Veal Meatballs (4/5) -- two house-made meatballs with pecorino. They're normally served with toasted bread, but it's ciabatta during Happy Hour. Pasta dishes tend to be very good, although I find the Cacio e Pepe (2/5) spaghetti disappointing. The wine list is adequate. Service has been very good.

We celebrated a family get together, as well as a couple of tellies' birthdays here. The private…read morepatio room with two long tables, was perfect for a family gathering that started @ 6:30 pm and wrapped up @ 9:30 pm. Our spread consisted of a family meal ($59/person) of 2 apps, 2 veggies, 2 pizzas, 2 pastas, 2 mains and 2 desserts. We feasted on fried calamari, brussel sprouts, pizza w/ meat, flatbread w/ hot honey, chicken fettuccini, steak, salmon, tiramisu and chocolate cake a la mode (not all items pictured). There was way too much food, the price was a bargain, and it was better quality vs Maggianos or Buca Di Beppo. Regarding the service, it was on point. We had a dedicated team that kept the food & drink coming all night long. The team was super friendly and attentive. They made us feel like we were at home. I would definitely return to DE for a big family gathering, or a small intimate get together. There are plenty of tables of 2 & 4 inside, and the food & service are excellent.

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Old Fashioned

Beeside Balcony

Ambience 10/10 Service 10/10…read moreFriendliness 10/10 Drinks 10/10 Happy Hour Deals 10/10 Basically a very very good dining experience and date spot, highly recommend.

Came for the happy hour, and there were definitely some pluses and minuses to the experience:…read more Pluses: the oysters were good, I enjoyed my bees knees drink, and there's an ocean view. Minuses: when the waitress was clearing the oyster plate from the table, she spilled a bit on my boyfriend. Okay, mistakes happen, but rather than responding with an apology and a napkin, she just said that there was too much ice on the plate ??? After my boyfriend cleaned it up, he kindly requested another napkin... she said okay then brought the napkin over to another person at the table. It felt very weird and uncomfortable. Also, the happy hour food we received (crab cakes and a slider) were laughably small... i wish I took a picture but it was nothing I wanted to remember. This place has potential but the customer service has room for improvement and the food portions should be reconsidered... or at least be consistent- the table next to us said they also ordered from the happy hour menu but their crab cakes looked nothing like ours. Disappointing

Covered patio brings outside in

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Bubbly H20

Amalfi Pizza & Bar

We visited Amalfi specifically for trivia night and to watch the game. I even called the day before…read moreto confirm that trivia was happening and what time it started. Unfortunately, when we arrived, we found out there wasn't any trivia that night. Even so, we decided to stay, and we're so glad we did! Dylan was incredibly friendly and recommended a few pizzas for us to choose from. We went with his suggestion, and it was absolutely delicious. The wine was excellent as well. The food was fantastic, the ambiance was beautiful, and despite the initial disappointment, we ended up having a great evening. Great service and a wonderful atmosphere--we'll definitely be back!

I'm writing this review because I genuinely want this place to succeed. I have visited the…read moreOceanside location before too and would like to see the owners have success here as well. The pizza crust was fabulous and some of the best stateside. The pasta was cooked perfectly al dente. However, after coming back from the restaurant yesterday my wife experienced a moderate case of the runs (she had a chicken salad) and I had a mild case (pizza with mushrooms, ham, and sausage on top). This points to issues with kitchen prep and can be fairly common in smaller successful restaurant businesses that are scaling up additional locations. I hope they re-examine how ingredients are stored and prepped and nip the issue in the bud. Tastewise they deliver A+ flavors.

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Ambrogio15 Del Mar

Great ambiance. Gabe was an amazing server - personable,…read moreprofessional, and prompt. And now... the food. we had pizza, gnocchi, and focaccia, plus gelato. We have ZERO complaint. it was flaforful, beautifully prepared, and a complete delight. We visited on a week night.

Three of us had an early dinner here recently. There was lots of energy at the Sky Deck, but…read moreAmbrogio 15's atmosphere was comfortably sophisticated nonetheless. We had a sausage mushroom pizza, spaghetti carbonara, lamb shank, and meatballs (very large serving of 4 good size meatballs) with a bottle of wine from their excellent wine list. Not inexpensive, but very good quality ingredients, skillfully prepared. Everything was delicious. We all left well fed and happy. Tip: They have gluten free pasta and pizza available. Service--5 Food--4 Ambience--4

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Steak 48 Del Mar

It's a good place and it should be for the prices. But for some reason they let people bring their…read moredirty and barking dogs in with them. Which pretty much ruins the high end atmosphere.

Another 10/10 experience at Steak 48--still the best steakhouse and my favorite restaurant in San…read moreDiego. We came in to celebrate my birthday, and everything was exceptional from beginning to end. The bread was a 10, the oysters were a 10, the shrimp cocktail was a 10, and both the ribeye and filet mignon were cooked perfectly. Dessert somehow kept the streak going: the key lime pie and butter cake were both outstanding. This visit was especially meaningful because it was our first time dining here with our new daughter. The team made the evening feel genuinely special, including a handwritten birthday card that was such a thoughtful touch. The food, service, atmosphere, and attention to detail are consistently on another level. Steak 48 continues to set the standard for steakhouses in San Diego. An exceptional birthday dinner and another unforgettable experience.

Cleaver wall in the entrance is dramatic.

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Brigantine

Met up with some good friends, a long overdue reunion. This spot was less than a mile from our…read morehotel (Del Mar Beach Hotel) and another friend recommended, so we decided on meeting here. Everyone really enjoyed their entrees. We had a huge lunch so we weren't super hungry for appetizers. Drinks weren't the best but we weren't really there to drink a lot anyway. The thing that made it memorable was the great view. We requested "outdoor" seating which I guess means indoor by the window for them. Not complaining however, since it was a little chilly at buggy and our view was great. In one shot, we could get a super closeup view of the water, the Del Mar fair, the race track and a train going through! Where else are you going to see that? All in all an enjoyable time with good friends and good food. Valet parking only it seems. I parked on the street which is basically the same or more, so valet is worth it.

Came here for a company dinner last year and it was amazing. We had a private area that was to the…read moreside for ourselves with a great view, and the food and cocktails were amazing. Service was very good too! I got their special of the day which was a sea bass with scallops and OMG, this dish the envy of everyone. It tasted as good as it looked.

MACADAMIA CRUSTED FRESH MAHI MAHI

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House salad

Salt + Lime

Locally owned & operated

Vegan friendly

Husband and I came here for the first time to have lunch and were amazed at how wonderful it was!…read moreOur server was prompt and so polite. We got seated quickly in their beautiful outdoor patio area with our 2 pups! The food was absolutely delicious! The wonton tostada, DEFINTELY my favorite!! I wish we got more orders! I was apprehensive about the tangerine in it at first, but it brought such a delicious sweet flavor to the tostada, literally devoured it so fast lol 20/10! The bone marrow quesadillas were good. The bone marrow was juicy, melt in your mouth flavor! I like to add a squeeze of lime on the marrow as well, tastes so good that way. The quesadilla itself was okay, tbh I could've done without it as it wasn't anything amazing. The bulgogi burger is on their monthly special menu! It's listed as sliders but when we came, our server informed us they only have it as a regular burger for the time being which wasn't an issue for us! It was delicious & filled with so much flavor! I loved the crunch from all the veggies inside as well. The fries it came with had some sort of sugar salt which wasn't my favorite, but still good. Overall we had an amazing first experience and will definitely be back & bring our family/friends!

We came here the other night with some friends for an impromptu dinner. The space is open to the…read moreoutdoors and despite the tacky neon sign, we liked the general ambience and decor. Service is excellent--from the hostess to the runner to our waiter, everyone was super friendly and helpful. Three of us started with margaritas and they were gone within, like, a few sips because the glasses are short and the ice is aplenty. The cucumber-jalapeno one was particularly tasty...sadly gone too soon. We ordered guacamole for the table, and we'd highly recommend doing the same because the chips here are SO awesome. Thin and crispy and not greasy...we all kept commenting on their excellence. The guac and salsas it was served with were also great. Unfortunately, we didn't really love our main dishes. The quesadillas that the kids all got were amazing--a sizable portion with beans and rice--so we were eagerly anticipating our own dishes. The sinaloa style tostada was drowning in its marinade and really could have used more of the vegetables it promised to come with but didn't. The balance of ingredients was way off. We liked the quesabirria taco despite its being quite heavy and dry; the chicken al-pastor had way too much citrus. We wished our main dishes were slightly better than they were because then this would have been a 4-star experience. That said, we had such a nice time here and would recommend it to others as a good spot to grab a bite if you're by the beach.

Won Tostada: Marinated Tune/Chipotle Mayo/Avocado/Pickled Onion/Sesame Seeds/Chives/Masago

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Potato Taquitos: Mashed Potato/Shredded Lettuce/Crema/Cotija Cheese/Pickled Onions/Green Salsa

Pacifica Del Mar

It's so sad that Pacifica is closing at the end of the year. They've been in Del Mar for decades,…read moreand are a great place. Beautiful views, great menu selection, high quality ingredients, delicious creations and to notch service. At brunch today, two of us enjoyed a shared appetizer of Thai curried mussels, one steak and eggs, and one fra diavolo pasta. A marvelous meal. Our server, Evan, was so polished, professional, attentive while not intrusive, and most helpful. Get there while you still can, and ask for Evan!

Went here to Pacifica after finding out the place next door had a 2 hour wait…read more And I'm glad I did because I literally discovered some of the best 3$ tacos I've ever had. Went with the carne asada and grilled fish tacos and both were amazing full of flavor and not skimpy either. Also tried the crispy ahi rice thingy and really enjoyed that as well. View was also awesome and there was no wait and great servers. Will definitely be back!

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Sauvignon Blanc

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Michael M.

2 years ago

Yuri at Buonsera Pizza in Del Mar is a true gem! From the moment I stepped through the door, his exceptional service made my dining experience unforgettable. His attentiveness, knowledge of the menu, and genuine warmth elevated my meal to a whole new level. Not only did he ensure that every detail of my order was perfect, but he also went above and beyond to make sure I felt welcomed and valued as a customer. If you're looking for an outstanding dining experience, be sure to ask for Yuri at Buonsera Pizza - you won't be disappointed! read more

Kaydie N.

Elite 25

203

2 years ago

I stopped by Buenasera Pizza off Carmel Valley Road for the first time, and I'm so glad I did! The pizza was fantastic--perfectly thin, with a crispy crust and fresh, flavorful toppings. The staff was super friendly, and even though it was my first visit, they made me feel right at home. The casual, cozy vibe made it easy to relax and enjoy the meal. On a clear day, the views are amazing! I tried the chorizo pizza, and it was absolutely delicious. Can't wait to come back and try more from their menu! read more

Jenny Y.