Excellent return visit. They are SO friendly here. I'd say 5 stars for the patio, 5 stars for the service, and then a little lower for what I ordered this time, but no prob! They have a seasonal squash dish to replace the JUSTLY FAMOUS butternut squash one. It was good, but didn't slap the same way. I'd still order it again! I got the fish again, which is delicious and huge. They didn't have the Mai Tai cocktail anymore, so I tried the one called The Owner Likes This One. I do like amaro based cocktails but this one tasted a little extra medicinal. I'd get something different next time. But I still liked the squash and fish, and the cocktail was worth trying even if not my favorite. And the vibes are immaculate here! read more

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Oh YELP reviewers I feel you've failed me. Came to Oceanside to celebrate our 34th wedding anniversary. Looked up "romantic restaurants" and this was HIGH on the list. Excited to try it and a short walk from where we were staying. Arrived and the music (hip hop) was BOOMING. Between the music and people trying to talk over the music it was crazy loud. No real atmosphere. We ordered a glass of sparkling (our anniversary) and the ceasar salad to split. The salad was, perhaps, one of the best I've ever had and hubby agrees. We ate every bit and it was a generous bit. Hubby had the lamb chops and loved them. Would order again. I had the burger. It came out way after hubbys lamb (they do disclose on menu that food will come as it's ready) but it felt awkward. The burger was good - gooey and messy and the house made pickles were vinegary and spicy. Hubby finished before me (obvy) and asked for the check so they awkwardly took my plate (I was 3 bites in) and put into a go box and brought the check and that's a wrap! The waiter who brought the check asked how everything was and I said "not great and it's our anniversary@ (I had also noted that on open table) so he offered a cheesecake to go. No thank you it was time to leave. This is NOT a romantic/special occasion place. The food was good. But not the vibe for something special read more

Little fawn is a very ambient restaurant. The dim lightning and cozy seating allows for intimate conversations with the people you come with. Service was quick and attentive, saw many friendly faces from the staff and it was nice to know they were constantly paying attention. The drinks were smooth, slightly strong on the deez coconuts drink. But can't complain. Loved the Donny boy! Very smooth and Smokey The food is good portions. We each got a plate and shared to try everything. My personal favorite was the wagyu burger. Super juicy. The mushroom pappardelle was okay. Chicken skewers were also so tender and juicy! In total with 4 plates and 3 drinks split amongst 3 it was slightly over $150 before tip read more

We dined here twice with a week of each other, as our first experience was so wonderful. Food is amazing and staff super nice, accommodating and genuine. Steak Frites and Whipped Feta was delicious. A neighborhood gem and a diamond in the rough! read more

I'm already looking forward to my return to try many other items on the menu. The space is inviting and cozy and the service was excellent. The ingredients are mindful and you can taste the creativity that goes into each dish. They have a fun vibe and a nice bar area as well. read more

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We had a lovely Mother's Day brunch at Little Fawn. The menu is pretty small but everything was delicious. The prosciutto benedict and avocado toast were both very tasty. Our server was very friendly and made sure we got everything we needed. Definitely will be back! read more

Little Fawn - Prosciutto benedict - Mediterranean Near Me - Oceanside, California

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This place rocks. Trendy, awesome drinks, good ambiance. Everyone working was super nice and attentive, Tom was our server he was great! Mushroom pappardelle was very good, heard lots of other people ordering it as well. Want to return and try all the fun different drinks!! The ceviche and squash blossoms were also tasty. read more

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We stumbled upon Little Fawn while exploring Oceanside and decided to stop by for a quick cocktail. One of the best espresso martinis we've had. Well balanced, and smokey. The decor is absolutely stunning. Next time we are back in Oceanside, will have to make a resy for dinner. read more

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The service here is wonderful, I came in last night for a glass of wine and even though they were closed they still served me a glass and a second to take to my room after. This morning I came down for breakfast, the server was a happy beam of sunshine. She brought me coffee, and I relaxed for a bit. I then ordered some he steak and eggs. The only complaint I have is that it was a bit on the cold side. Lol everything was a different temperature. I still really enjoyed the flavors and the presentation was beautiful. read more

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Little Fawn is a relatively new restaurant in the Fin Hotel. It's relatively small and cozy in the restaurant but there are a few tables in the hotel lobby that were less cozy. I'd recommend requesting a table in the restaurant or at the cool bar. Started with a couple glasses of wine. Our waitress was very friendly and accommodating and allowed us to taste the wines before ordering. Nice touch! The wine was served at the proper temperature and was fresh. We shared the Arugula Fennel salad and it was delicious. For mains we ordered the Green Chile Wagyu Burger and the Branzino. The branzino was excellently prepared in a Mediterranean style and perhaps the best I've ever had. The burger had promise but was served on a very soft roll and became disassembled as I tried to slice through it. Was hard to taste the ingredients in a single bite like a burger should be. I would have recommended that it be served on a stiffer roll like a brioche. With the exception of the burger, this is a five-star experience. Would highly recommend it. read more

Food was absolutely delicious. We had the cesar salad, steak frites, mussels, crudo, and cheesecake for dessert. All exceptional. To drink I had a Diet Coke, came fresh from a glass bottle. My wife had a spinoff of an old fashioned which she thoroughly enjoyed. Service was quick, friendly, and enjoyable. The location of this restaurant is very close to the water, we stayed at the Seabird and walked on over. Great place! read more

Little Fawn - Birthday girl! - Mediterranean Near Me - Oceanside, California

Great spot in Oceanside. As a group of four we ordered feta bread, Ceviche and a Caesar salad as appetizers.. all were excellent. My wife is GF and they brought some of the extra crunchy chips that went with the ceviche so she could dip them in the feta - great service on that. I had the burger - honestly one of the best restaurant burgers in SD area - a must try. I had a bite of the branzino my wife ordered which was also delicious. The other couple ordered the steak frites and were very happy with the quality and flavor. Not to bemissed is the cocktail program - wow! I had a tequila drink that had a cinnamon thing going on.. it was really well balanced and delicious.. definitely something different. I also tried the Scotch and ginger cocktail - also excellent. Wine section was small. There were lots of craft beer options. All in all, great meal. Will go back. It's a very nice setting too. Cool, old school, laid back vibe. read more

We decided to make our first visit to Little Fawn to try a few specific dishes that we'd heard about. The roasted butternut squash and the mussels lived up to the hype - both were amazing. The steak frites was good, but not great. We asked for medium rare, which is important for a hanger steak so it isn't too tough - but received medium well. To be fair, we did not point this out to our server. As a prime cut steak, however, it was still good, especially with the accompanying sauce. But probably not worth what we paid. Finally, we ended with the chocolate mousse. It was tasty but a bit dense, and served with a full sized spoon that seemed way too big for the accompanying cup. A smaller spoon would be better for that dish. All of that said, the service was fantastic and the decor maintains the charm that spot has always been known for. So, we'll be back again and are looking forward to it. read more

Little Fawn - Roasted Butternut Squash - Mediterranean Near Me - Oceanside, California

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My daughter recommended this place for Mother's Day on Sunday. Loved the restaurant Ambiance the food was amazing we shared the Lamb meat balls had incredibly spices which really surprised us flavors never experienced before also gave the Steak n Eggs my husband was pleasantly impressed at how simple and delicious it was !!! and can I say WOW a must try the Caesar Salad we all devoured completely we fought over who was going to have the last bite !!!! Oh yeah staff also on the ball very polite and respectful A must try!!! read more

I would say this is a solid place to have dinner and some drinks. They were a little discombobulated... we had reservations and they weren't ready for us! We waited about 15 minutes. No biggie. Once we placed our order, they also let us know that all of our food wouldn't come out at the same time because "that's just how they do it" it's not a tapas bar so not sure why "that's just how they do it" but fair enough thanks for the warning! Overall, our meals were yummy, and I appreciated the fact that they marked gluten-free items on the menu! The ambience is nice. Our waiter didn't ever really check on us, but thankfully, the bus boy who is working his butt off made sure we had everything we needed! Forgot to take photos of all food. For appetizers, we ordered the squash blossoms and the Caesar salad. The Caesar salad is definitely enough for two. The squash blossoms were tiny really only enough for one, but they were! The beef cheek pasta I was told was amazing and my steak and fries were tasty! read more

Little Fawn - This is the burger and I was told it was delicious - Mediterranean Near Me - Oceanside, California

Great date night meal! We came here for our anniversary. Really enjoyed the mushroom toast and the crudo. Thanks to the staff for the little anniversary toast! read more

Little fawn was so yummy! Every dish surprised us. Glad to have a place like this in Oceanside. Will definitely be back. read more

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Arrived at 9:01. Two workers stood there staring at us saying nothing. Finally at 9:04 someone came to say they finished seating people at 9 and the kitchen was closed. Really disappointed because we drove 17 minutes from our hotel to be turned away. I've never been to a restaurant that stopped making food an hour before closing...though I got the feeling this had more to do with our tan skin than the time. So disappointed because I really wanted to try this place read more

Food was delicious and they still have the Switchboard drink, which is my all time favorite old fashioned in Oceanside. Service is great and the ambiance is intimate yet vibey, perfect for date night. read more

Little Fawn - Outside of restaurant - Mediterranean Near Me - Oceanside, California

My husband and I dined at Little Fawn this evening to celebrate our 40th wedding anniversary. The meal was delicious, and we shared the flavorful Brussels sprouts. I enjoyed the mussels with Italian sausage and fennel--absolutely amazing! My husband loved his Branzino. The server knew it was our anniversary and gave us a complimentary Pistachio Cheesecake. That was a very thoughtful touch. read more

Little Fawn - Mussels - Mediterranean Near Me - Oceanside, California

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Originally stopped by for drinks, but this cheesecake deserves its own shout out. Don't get me wrong, drinks were amassing, but this cheesecake was perfect! I don't recall the name, but it was one of their featured dessert items (It had pistachio, chocolate and raspberry). My boyfriend also enjoyed it, and this speaks volumes because he is not a fan of pastries. read more

Little Fawn - Desert and Drinks - Mediterranean Near Me - Oceanside, California

Having been to their Echale location in Encinitas, Little Fawn truly delivers on another level! It's ideally positioned in Oceanside and is perfect for walking around downtown afterwards . The mushroom pasta was so rich and incredibly balanced, the roasted squash was a standout, and the wood and leather accents throughout make the space feel warm and intentional. So glad to see the team crushing it! read more

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Andrew was fantastic. We celebrated our anniversary here and were warmly greeted. We promptly were sat and always had everything we needed. Andrew gave us fantastic recommendations and was so kind. He even spent some time chatting with us at the end of our time when we were the last guests of the night, connecting and laughing, which made our night. Food was wonderful, wine list was interesting and also organic. Didn't taste natty or funky, was a proper Bordeaux. Can't wait to come back again read more

The service, ambiance, and most importantly the food was incredible. Our server, Tom, was wonderful. One of the best restaurants we've been to in North County! read more

The food is spectacular and the chef is very kind and amazing. The three times we've been here we've had the best service with waitress Llarley They have the most spectacular breakfast. The lemon pancakes are to die for. They also have a steak and eggs that comes with a chimchuri that's out of this world. read more

Delicious food, moody atmosphere, interesting cocktails, and an all-around great experience. As much as I miss their old restaurant and location, I truly enjoyed this one and can't wait to go back. read more

Exceptional food! Chef is so talented, we really enjoyed the meal. The only issue was sitting next to a table of four who were exceptionally loud which made it difficult to enjoy an evening out. However, next time we will request a table at the new expanded space (where coffee shop was). Chef came out to greet us and offered us the delicious cheese cake which was outstanding! read more

we were fortunate and pleasantly surprised when the restaurant inside our little boutique hotel was amazingly good. they have many healthy vegan and vegetarian dishes that were absolutely delicious. larger portions than we thought, very appropriate service. such a pleasant experience just three blocks from the beach. highly recommended read more

Drinks were perfection. Coffee tasted high quality. Rockfish Ceviche was very fresh ,complex flavor and wonderfully spicy. Lamb meatballs were perfectly seasoned and cooked to perfection. read more

It was a crazy busy Saturday night when my wife and I visited. The owner, short staffed, had to turn away a few groups (which you could see was painful for him). Our server split time between bartending and service. BUT! What followed was an incredible experience, with kindness, great cocktails, and unbelievable food. The Mushroom Toast was magical, the chicken skewers had perfect heat that was softened by the pickled fennel, and finally the steak frites were all the right combinations of crispy, savory and acid. Little Fawn feels like a a secret Oceanside restaurant for locals. The customers are as varied as the people walking the Strand on a Sunday morning. But the constant is a kind and thoughtful owner who you can tell takes care of his people and prioritizes the menu and high level execution that somehow feels effortless. Thanks for a very memorable experience! read more

I love this setting the service, the quality of food, and I remember loving the potatoes. For some reason I think the way they were cut and prepared and their flavor was not typical and very enjoyable. I also remember the plate that it was served on, and the silverware went nicely with the overall look of the plate when it was served.. of course the eggs were hot and cooked very nicely the way they should be. We started with coffee that was outstanding and ended up having an Irish one from the elegant bar too. This review is making me want to visit soon. read more

My friend and I had the best time at Little Fawn. Little Fawn is tucked away in the cutest hotel making it such a great ambiance with a cozy woodsy setting. The food was so delicious and the cocktails were flawless. Our server was so kind and had great recommendations. We can't wait to come back! read more

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Fantastic food! We went family style on 4 small plates and 4 large plates and everything was bomb bomb delish! The burger was fanom bomb too! read more

I was so glad I found this place! The food was really delicious. The person who served us was very good. The place is cute and easy to find. I will definitely be going back. I highly recommend! Wonderful! read more

OMG! was so surprised to find such an AMAZING spot in oceanside last minute. Andrew took such great care of us and had great recommendations. The space was a vibe and we had a great time. 5 read more

We had such an incredible experience at Little Fawn! We ordered family style so we could try a wide range of dishes, and it was absolutely the right move. There were a few standouts we can't stop thinking about, especially the butternut squash, steak frites, and chicken skewers. While we naturally had a few favorites over others, every dish was delicious. The service was spot on, attentive without being overbearing, and the ambiance was perfect. We left already planning our next visit. Can't wait to come back! read more

UPDATED We had high hopes for this new addition to our town, but unfortunately our experience left a lot to be desired. We arrived with a reservation, started with two appetizers that were honestly not worth the price -- both overpriced and underwhelming in quality for what was put on the plate. For a restaurant trying to establish itself in a new community, first impressions on food matter, and these missed the mark. What really soured the evening, however, was how it ended. Our party of three had just ordered our second round of drinks when the owner approached us and -- without any grace, tact, or basic courtesy -- essentially told us to leave to accommodate another reservation. No apology, no warning, no "we're so sorry to rush you." Just a blunt and frankly rude dismissal. There is a way to manage table turnover while still making guests feel valued. This was not it. As a new business trying to earn the loyalty of locals, this kind of treatment is not only off-putting -- it's counterproductive. We genuinely wanted to love this place and support a new local spot. Sadly, between the overpriced food and being unceremoniously shown the door mid-drink, we won't be returning anytime soon. read more

I came to visit an old friend and encountered Chloe! She was so gracious and attentive to my needs. While I didn't have a reservation, her showing me to the bar made my experience a positive and welcoming one. The atmosphere is quaint and dim which sets the mood for a romantic date, if that's what you're looking for. The bar where I sat was just as special for a solo date, if I do say so myself. I think I found a hidden gem. read more

Little Fawn - The bar here I sat - Mediterranean Near Me - Oceanside, California

A great little neighborhood gem with an elevated menu, full bar and friendly staff. Plates are on the smaller side, but everything was prepared very well, balanced with lots of flavor. Authentic, cozy charm. read more

Little Fawn - Mediterranean Near Me - Oceanside, California

Best restaurant in north county! The ambiance got me first, then the cocktails, then the food! Followed up by exceptional service from the staff and a great playlist, new favorite spot for dinner or cocktails in town. Consistently changing menu to accommodate for seasonal changes of vegetables, and fresh takes on classic cocktails. read more