Lovely neighborhood spot with a mix of excellent wines and small plates. The flavor profiles were…read morerich without being heavy -- fig & prosciutto salad was outstanding and the mushrooms sooooo good! Service was very accommodating as Friday night walk ins and this is a great date night or casual couples dinner.

We had the pleasure of dining last night at Wet Stone Wine Bar, a relatively new restaurant in…read moreSolana Beach. The restaurant offers a few outdoor tables (especially enjoyable this time of year) and indoor seating for approximately 20 guests. It features an international wine list and a thoughtfully curated selection of small plates and main courses, all designed for sharing. Our server, Justin, provided several excellent wine recommendations that complemented our meal nicely. To start, we shared the Smoked Hamachi Crudo and the Local Apple Salad. The Hamachi was beautifully prepared and among the best I've had in the U.S. For our mains, we shared the Branzino, Lamb Rack, and Heirloom Carrots. Each dish was creative and perfectly executed. Overall, it was an outstanding and thoroughly enjoyable meal.

After a nice date with my wife and shopping for some gifts, we finally decided to stop by Carruth…read moreCellars. We went with the wine tasting flight and it was a great way to explore their lineup. I usually go for the Zinfandel, but this time the Sauvignon Blanc ended up being my favorite--bright, crisp, and super refreshing. The Rosé, "Unicorn," Zinfandel, and Cabernet all brought their own solid character too, from light and fruity to rich and structured. Perfect spot in Cedros Design District to grab a glass, relax on the front patio, and people watch after walking the shops. Super chill coastal vibe, friendly service.

Carruth Cellars is a tucked‑away barn‑style winery with a walk‑up counter and a casual "sit…read morewherever you want" setup. The vibe is relaxed, but overall the experience felt pretty average. Prices are on the steeper side, and the wine itself was just okay. No one really checks in on you, so the service leans very hands‑off. Water is self‑serve, and they have a few small snacks you can grab and pay for, but nothing that stands out. A simple, no‑frills stop -- nothing special, but fine if you're already in the area and want a quick glass.

I LOVE Postino Del Mar so much! If you're in the mood for a…read moreglass of wine (or personal pitcher of beer) this is the perfect place. long happy hour with $7 glasses of wine (+ beer pitcher) food is not on HH but nothing is expensive bring a friend and order a bruschetta board so you can sample different one's ...eat piece of bruschetta is cut into 4 pieces which makes it easy to share. My 2 fav. food items are the cauliflower and the order of skewers. comes with 1 chicken & 1 beef but you can make them both chicken or both beef (upcharge for 2 beef) they are both sooo tasty it's hard to decide so i like having one of each. service is fabulous!!! tons of outdoor seating and indoor seating. the bar seating is also indoor and outdoor...so many seating choices!!

A good place to hang and catch up with friends over good food and drinks. The bruschetta board is…read moreperfect for sharing. They cut the bruschetta into fourths so the last piece needed to be split between 3 people. There were always people checking on us and making sure to ask if we wanted anything else. I think they need to pay attention to building maintenence or acknowledge that there is a leak. It was dripping too close to our table.

Stopped in Local Roots one early evening for some sushi and kombucha. A bit of a strange mix, but…read morehey I like both things so why not. One wall is fully open which is nice for fresh air and light, and the inside has a very casual vibe. Loved the kombucha (both hard and non-alcoholic) though sadly did not take a picture of it. I thought the sushi and edamame were both just okay. The rolls were a 3/5 in my opinion (a bit bland and pricey at $19/roll), and I wasn't a fan of the edamame (a little overcooked and didn't love the sauce). However, my boyfriend loved the edamame sauce, so I guess to each their own. Ultimately, I'd come back for the kombucha but would look elsewhere if I wanted sushi.

Great local spot. Good sushi. Pet friendly which is a plus plus. Good table service and they have a…read moreyummy pineapple hard tea. Ambiance is casual and very local.

I recently visited Solana Beach Kitchen and honestly had such a great experience that I had to…read moreshare. From the moment we arrived, the service really stood out. The manager, Andrea, along with Tara, took amazing care of me and my friends. They were attentive without being overbearing, super friendly, and made us feel genuinely welcome the whole time, which is something you don't always get. I ordered an Aperol Spritz, (if you ever ordered, please get it with campari. we also got a margarita, both were perfectly made. The spritz was refreshing and well-balanced, and the margarita was just as good, not too sweet and really smooth. Definitely a great start to the night. The food was just as impressive. Everything came out surprisingly fast, especially considering how good it was. You can tell there's real attention to quality and flavor. The ambiance is another highlight. It has this relaxed, chill vibe but still feels put together and a little bit "cute" in the best way. It's the kind of place that works perfectly whether you're going on a date, catching up with friends, or just want a nice casual dinner without it feeling basic. Overall, great service, delicious food, quick turnaround, and a really enjoyable atmosphere. I'll definitely be coming back

Tried SB Kitchen for lunch. Sat outside under an umbrella. Plenty of parking during lunch and the…read moreshopping center this is part of had a parking garage at the back. Service was okay. I had to remind the waitress I hadn't gotten my drink and had to ask for the check at the end. The food was just okay. I got the Hot Chick chicken sandwich and my friend got the classic burger and we split them. Neither had much flavor, which really surprised me with the chicken sandwich as it's supposed to be Cajun spiced. We both paid the extra $4 to change the fries to truffle fries. That had the most flavor of anything.

Wow, we had a great meal from start to finish! Our server was so nice and on top of it! Our water…read morecups were never empty and she made sure everything went smoothly. The fresh pasta is CHEF's KISS. We really loved how chewy they were. I am a sucker for passion fruit so the passion fruit curd pavlova really was the cherry on top for our meal. We'll be back!

I'm shocked this place doesn't have a higher rating…read more Service is TOP notch, atmosphere is wonderful, and food is yummy! Funny enough - my fiancée and I have been her three times and have sat in the same booth all three times. The Manager noticed this time and went out of his way to mark it for all future reservations.. so kind! The Foccacia is heavenly! Exhibit A - we both ordered our own share of Foccacia. No need to fight over the last piece. Ha!

If I had to wrap up San Diego into a single place this might be it! I don't think there's a bad…read moreseat in the house with ocean views aplenty. Plenty of options if you want inside, bar, or outdoor seating. We sat on "the bridge" which provided a nice breeze and an unobstructed 180 degree ocean view. The food was outstanding. We had three of the small plates. Brussels sprouts with bacon were well prepared and delicious. White beans and artichoke dip had a hummus-like texture and was nice and bright spread on charred toast. The winner was the gnocchi. They had a perfect pillowy texture and were complemented with a carrot puree, summer squash (tiny spheres that added sweetness and texture), and nuts. They have a full bar and a solid beer list and amazing service. Came around 4:30 on a Saturday after a nice beach walk and the place was packed. Parking available in the garage underneath, I think it was $6 to park for a couple hours. Will definitely be back to try more things!

The ambiance, WOW! The food, WOW! The service, WOW! We…read moreenjoyed a nice lunch before the horse races on a Thursday afternoon and had a nice seat in the fireplace area. The view of the ocean was breathtaking and the food we enjoyed was worth the price. We ordered half the menu, including the fresh oysters, calamari, white bean & artichoke dip, lobster & shrimp sliders, clams & mussels, potato & gruyere croquettes, & the duck tacos. The least favorite I'd say was the Dip and duck tacos, it just wasn't as exciting as all of our other dishes.

The happy hour menu can't be beat! The sliders are my absolute favorite complete with sautéed…read moremushrooms and arugula. I tried the buttermilk fried chicken today based on recommendations and I found my favorite entree. This is a must try! You will not be disappointed! Cheers!

I am finally breaking down and writing this review, as I am brokenhearted about how Sbicca is no…read morelonger the experience it used to be. This was my wife and I's second visit since the change in ownership, and the first time we forgave them thinking they would get it together. But we did wait a couple of years before we came back. So I made a reservation on a Saturday evening at 6 and we arrived on time. The table we were offered was a very small 2 seat right at the host podium, on the patio. Looked pretty quiet so I was a little disappointed, but ok. So the evening starts ok, we get our drink order in and an app. Just after our wine came they said sorry, can we take your table? They were rearranging for a large group expected later. So we held everything in our hands or laps while they dragged our table away. Good news is they brought a slightly larger one. Ok, still hanging in there. But now for the next 20 minutes they are dragging solar heaters around, moving tables, and in the process, ignoring us because they have all this to do. But our dinner eventually comes and the rearranging is done, but the large party starts to arrive. Turns out, of course, our server was their server. So things slowed WAY down for us but we did get a dessert order in, which was to be accompanied by a glass of port we were to share. After 10 minutes the dessert came and the server clarified with us we only wanted one glass. Affirmed. They disappear for 20 minutes to serve the big group. So our dessert included ice cream, it's starting to melt, we are trying to hang on...and after all this time our server comes over to tell us they are out of port. Now we're 30 minutes plus after ordering, that's pretty bad. So now we eat our dessert, really not enjoying it because of the service. Finally, waiting for our check, the owner comes over. It's been almost an hour since our dessert order. He apologizes profusely that there was a misunderstanding...they do have port...then with a flourish he produces a glass and says it's on the house. We would have sent it back but I think we were a little shocked at unaware he was Tone deaf to the situation. Three hours. $350. Miserable experience. Goodbye Sbicca, we miss the old.

The Kraken is easily one of my new favorite dive bars. It's been around since the '70s, and it…read morestill has that wonderfully unapologetic coastal biker-bar personality. It's exactly the kind of place that looks like it has some stories to tell, and probably shouldn't tell half of them. The vintage décor, random ornamentation, pool tables in the back, and laid-back crowd give the place an incredible amount of character. Everyone was having a good time, the bartender was quick, professional, and genuinely fun, and the drinks were surprisingly well-priced for being this close to the coast. We happened to come in while The Kaotics were playing, and these guys absolutely crushed it. Classic rock covers, great energy, and a packed bar enjoying every minute of it. Huge shoutout to the band! Cold drinks, pool tables, classic rock, good people, and decades of coastal character. The Kraken isn't trying to be anything other than The Kraken, and that's exactly why it's so damn fun.

Good: It's a decent bar during the day time: You can actually talk to people and easily get a…read moredrink. You can see the ocean and the vibe is chill. Bad: It's a terrible bar on the weekends. Sure, sometimes there is good live music, but it's hard to get a drink, it's packed full of a-holes, the staff is also overwhelmed a-holes, and there's no view. But it's sometimes full of cougars though for the Marines, good luck boys.

One of our long-time local favorites. In warm weather, we enjoy the patio and watching the…read moreever-changing array of characters ambling along South Cedros, some destined for shows at The Belly Up. The inside dining room and bar is cozy and decorated with posters from musical acts. Tavern is popular before shows and we go early on weeknights to beat the crowds and enjoy the food. The menu is reasonably priced. The tasty pan seared lemon and butter scallops on linguine was $29. The lobster tacos are $28, with the lobster chunks in a bowl with a subtle tomato sauce, and choice of torillas, with Spanish rice and black beans. Tavern has a full bar and a short but excellent wine list, reasonably priced, and mostly from California. Wines by the glass start at $11 and go to $14. A bottle of William Hill, Central Coast, Chardonnay, wsa $42 and the Rombauer Carneos, $65. Corkage is $25. Most cocktails are $15. It has local beers on draft and in the cans. Service is always fast and friendly. They check regularly for water refills, and any thoughts on the meal. We enjoy the casual, neighborly feel to the Tavern. A California beach town classic.

Best place to eat before a show at the Belly Up!…read more My go-to has been the filet medallions. Always great! Perfectly cooked each time. Cocktails are on point. Old fashioned was excellent. Wine list is what you need. Not huge, but full of solid wines. Review for the attached restaurant: Kind and efficient service. Joy was stellar!!! Nice welcome upon coming in. Server had it all nailed down. Look forward to coming again! 5/20/26 visit