This is probably my favorite brewery in all of San Diego as the views here are pretty sick and you…read morecan spot some cool birds while enjoying a beer and some food. I wonder if this is a location on eBird. Yes, I am a dork. I came here years ago while on a business trip and randomly found this place and loved it here. So when a date suggested we come here, I took a look at the venue and remembered what an awesome brewery this is! Date gets some brownie points for chosing this spot, maybe this could go somewhere haha. Parking is a situation here. But if you go past the restaurant, there is some parking on the road and in small lot meant for those enjoying nature. I felt bad taking one of these spots. There is paid public parking on the corner before the restaurant and valet is available at this brewery. I need to figure out another way to get here... On a Sunday afternoon, place had people but it wasnt mobbed. Baseball game and Del Mar horse races were showing on the TVs. But, don't come here to watch TV, look outside! I saw some very good bird action, including an egret doing some weird strutting in the lush greenery. I am bummed I forgot to bring my binoculars but I will be back here again soon with binocs ready! I started off with a hefeweisen and that was good, date had a Mexican lager x 2. I had the ceviche (pretty good) and had the aioli on the side. Date had a sandwich of some kind and copious amounts of fries. It took a lot of will power for me to not have any of those fries, they looked so yummy! I also had a watermelon beer, this had hints of watermelon flavor and I enjoyed it. Great spot for large groups too as there were a few large parties sitting in the "outside" space. Hostess initially asked if we wanted to sit "inside" or "outside," and I was confused as it all looked like outside to me haha. I guess this is SoCal, everything is open air. This is a nice spot to have convo, very spacious, lots of nice tables, we sat at a high top. I love perching higher up, kinda of like a bird haha! Waitresses here were all very good, some very cute too (eye candy is always appreciated). Overall, a really fun way to spend a Sunday summer afternoon! I'll be back!

Seven of us had dinner at Viewpoint last night, reservations for a table right by the lagoon, and…read morethe view was really pretty. Valet parking for $6 on site was easy and smooth. The restaurant is really loud when crowded and you can only talk to the person right next to you, but that worked ok in a group of 7 anyway--we just had multiple mini conversations. If you're planning a large group gathering, you might have to play musical chairs to catch up with everyone, unless everyone has naturally loud voices that carry. Most of the people in our group ordered beers, but I ordered a nonalcoholic prickly pear hibiscus ginger beer which was ok--pretty subtle, but it quenches the thirst all the same. I ordered the Farmer's burger (black bean) with added avocado and a side salad which comes with a lemon vinaigrette. I had to eat it with a knife and fork after removing the top bun. Very tasty. My daughter ordered crispy shrimp tacos which she really enjoyed. Most people ordered the backyard burger which looked pretty good--choice of fries or side salad. Freddy our server was friendly and helpful. Overall a good dining experience!

Whenever I'd take a fitness class on the second level of this plaza and pass by Monarch Ocean Pub,…read moreI always felt like stopping in to try the food. So I finally did on a weekday afternoon when it wasn't too busy. I sat at the bar where they have multiple sports playing on the TVs. Staff was nice and accommodating. I got the cucumber mint mojito, gochujang brussels sprouts, and the citrus salad with salmon. The cucumber mint mojito mocktail was very refreshing but a bit on the sweet side. I really enjoyed the gochujang brussels and salad. However, I thought the salmon portion was too small. I'd like to come back for dinner, as I think Monarch would be a great spot to watch the sunset while enjoying good food.

We visited Monarch Ocean Pub for a work event, and it turned out to be a great spot for gathering…read morewith a group. The rooftop setting has a relaxed, park-like feel, and the views of the water were beautiful. As the sun started to set, we were treated to a fantastic sunset that made the experience even more enjoyable. The staff was helpful when it came to choosing a drink, although it took a little while for our cocktails to arrive. The drink menu featured several creative and unique cocktail options, which was a nice touch. Overall, the atmosphere, views, and enjoyable setting made for a memorable evening. If I'm in the area again, I would gladly return.

Came here to celebrate a birthday, so there were six of us. We were seated at a booth with ample…read moreroom to spare. The ambience of the place is cozy, modern, and eclectic with its tree like lamps and greenery throughout. The bar is located in the middle of SkyDeck,, so you can order from the many different surrounding restaurants straight from the app, which they'll serve to you at the table. Understory is known for their specialty cocktails with their full bar, that's hard to miss as soon as you walk in. Of course, I had to get the drink in the ceramic elephant. Not only was it decked out with a flower, dried fruit, fruits, and mint leaves looking fabulous, it also tasted amazing and it was pretty strong, which I liked. All of us at the table ordered a drink, and everyone seem to love theirs. Got the taste of the blue moon, which had a unique flavor that I loved. All the drinks were beautiful. Since Understory is a bar, their tables are round and small, so when we ordered food from their neighboring restaurants, the table was a bit small, and we had to get creative on where to place everything. The tables are also far from the seats, so it was a bit of a challenge to eat our meals. The place is definitely one to visit, but what I would recommend, if you're wanting a full dinner, is to get your drinks at Understory, to enjoy the ambience and appreciate the creative craft cocktails, then switch to the restaurant you'd like to eat at, where the tables are designed to accommodate the space you need for a full meal.

Love Understory! We always end up here for a nightcap because the vibe is just so good. The…read moreatmosphere is lively without being too loud, making it a great place to unwind after dinner. The service is always friendly and attentive, and the cocktails are consistently on point. The prices are also very reasonable, especially considering the quality of the drinks. One of my favorite things about Understory is that you can order food from any of the restaurants in Sky Deck and have it delivered right to your table while you enjoy your cocktails. It makes it the perfect spot for groups when everyone is craving something different. Great drinks, great service, and an awesome atmosphere--definitely one of my favorite places for a nightcap in San Diego.

YUMMY!!!!! The food was sooo good AND they had lots of vegan and vegetarian and healthier items to…read moreorder if you didn't want to eat traditional taco joint food. Our server was fine and friendly. The food came out quickly. We had the chips and salsa (excellent). I asked for a non spicy salsa and my friends wanted spicy so they brought some of each. We split the the Heart of Palm Ceviche! So amazing and it was big with a beautiful presentation. Just delicious. I could have eaten that alone with no other items. It was a vegan Ceviche and the fish was not missed. My friends ordered really cool cocktails and raved about them. My one friend said that this is the only place she can get this particular cocktail and that she comes here just for it. I ordered 2 tacos (Mr. Asparagus and the Baja fish taco). Both delicious and they came with housemade potato chips (which I thought was weird until I tasted them). I was so full but I couldn't not eat the chips because they were so good. One friend ordered the Quesabirria and she didn't love it. It was very strange as it was wrapped in fried cheese. They also ordered the other tacos and loved them. The only one that didn't get a thumbs up was the Quesabirria. I am looking forward to introducing this restaurant to other friends. So good!

Ambiance is great with mostly outdoor seating! The Yogi taco was well seasoned, saucy, with a…read moredecent amount of filling. Honestly, 9/10 for a veggie taco because the filling was well seasoned and dressed. The asparagus taco was unfortunately a different story. The asparagus was prepared well, crunchy on the outside but still tender when you bite into it. However, it was not seasoned as well and paled in comparison to the Yogi. The shrimp taco was okay. I think they were very heavy handed with the toppings and dressings and did little in terms of the actual preparation of the shrimp. The chicken taco on the other hand was DELICIOUS. The meat was seasoned well and so juicy. The pineapple salsa was the perfect touch!

My first time here, and I'm surprised I've never heard of it. Parking wasn't a problem and I went…read moreduring a busy time on the weekend due to a UFC fight. This place was packed! But good thing is they have a patio out back. 5/5 I came for the Fish tacos because they are under $2 for a fish taco. I was in shock when I saw the price and the size! The fish taco had a perfect fish to tortilla balance and it filled me up really good and didn't break the bank 5/5 There's also a sauce bar with great options of sauced and pickled items. I'd definitely come back! Customer service 5/5. The staff is so friendly and patient even while it was busy. I had a great experience for my first experience

$1.39 fish tacos!! That's it. That's the review…read more When I was in college, my best friend and I were on a quest for the best Taco Tuesday deal in San Diego. Somehow, we didn't find this place, probably because it's so far north. I only learned of it last week, when a friend chose it for dinner. It's even better than Taco Tuesday, because the deal is always offered! And there's no limit on the number you can order! They also had a "choose two for $1.50 each" deal that included rice, beans, Coke, and/or chips, so I decided to make myself a plate. Two fish tacos, beans, and rice only cost $6! The food was delicious too. The tacos were easily in my top 10, maybe top 5. I also appreciated the salsa bar and found the salsas to be flavorful, with a nice kick. There's a full bar in here too, which made the vibe feel more upscale than a typical taco shop. Next time, I'd definitely try a margarita! We came on a Sunday night around 6pm (right as the Del Mar Races were wrapping up) and had to wait in a bit of a line, but it moved quickly, and we didn't have to wait long for our food. Everyone in our 12-person group liked their food and most people got something other than fish tacos, which I couldn't fathom, though I am curious about the rest of the menu. I'm going to grab some frugal, deal-loving friends and come back again soon!

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.

I give rustic root five stars because tonight is probably not indicative of what this restaurant…read moretruly is. Samantha and Cat at the front desk are truly accommodating and wonderful. We started at the bar and then wanted to table inside and they did their best on the incredible soccer night to accommodate us which they did and we thank them for that. The happy hour menu is truly fabulous and a whole bunch of ways. Sandy was our server and I just have to say she was as overwhelmed as the rest of the restaurant. She had 11 tables to look over and we were just happy that she took our order and it came out and it was great. I really can't comment on the food because we only had our table for a half an hour. But what we had was delicious and we will certainly come back on a non-soccer night to get the best of the rustic..

I went there for happy hour. Our lovely waitress looked like Sabrina Carpenter…read more They were out of mint so they couldn't make our Mojitos. I ordered a substitute one she suggested and it tasted like a watered-down margarita. It was terrible. Our daughter had a rum-coconut drink that was ok (like a hurricaine). Even though I told the lovely waitress (who looked like Sabrina Carpenter) that we were there for happy hour we ended up paying full price for 3 cocktails because drinks on the menu are not included in happy hour (only crappy well drinks? "rum and coke?") You really need to read the fine print. When our drinks were finished they sat on the bar for a long time... no one brought them to us. One of them was not as cold as it needed to be. The garnish was crusty. Now the food... We had a slider, a burger, scallop crudo, fries and shrimp. The scallop was not fresh at all. The leaves they put on top were wilted. The food was very disappointing. I think the shrimp could be bought in the frozen section at Trader Joes and put in the microwave. On the posiitive side, the location is nice. It is the first restaurant you see when you cross the bridge from Cedros. On the negative side - the place is a ripoff and neither the food or the drinks are anything special yet the price is top shelf. I won't be back. Be warned.

Lana is awesome!! I'm obsessed with the yellowtail sashimi, chopped salad, and organic half…read morechicken. The atmosphere is great.

Food was amazing, atmosphere was amazing and service was the best…read more Our waitress Emily was amazing! We had the chopped salad and rolls for an appetizer! These rolls are to die for and are a must order! My wife and I both got the burgers for dinner and they were so amazing. If we lived in the area this would be our go to place.

We had a very strange and hostile interaction with a bartender there. I'm not sure what was going…read moreon with him but I wouldn't recommend this place.

Not quite the same vibe as the old Surf n Saddle Bar but still a decent watering hole / dive bar…read more. they have all the popular beers in draft. Usually there's some good music playing, sometimes live...

Came in on a Sunday. Chelsea made a great old fashioned and was so personal and friendly . Hard to…read morefind good staff at restaurants now a days z Will definitely be back.

Never come here on opening day. Only one bartender. He was working as fast as he could but it was…read more25min for a drink. Go somewhere else.