Loved this burger joint and was so happy we chose to eat here for lunch…read more The space was so cute and vibey with the decor. The area was clean and bright. The staff were all so nice and friendly. And service was QUICK. I got a Double Original MeltBurger with lettuce and tomato, and subbed cheddar cheese with provolone--it was DIVINE!! I loved that they cook their patties a bit pink in the middle, which allows it to be more tender and moist. Every bite was just heavenly burger goodness in my mouth. Think In n Out burger but elevated. We also got some Cheddar Bacon Ranch Fries; they were good and tasty, but with how loaded and decadent my burger already was, I think I would've preferred either the plain fries or sweet potato fries with my meal. Overall, we'll definitely be back here when we're around the area again!

THE MELT @ DEL MAR HIGHLANDS…read more Parking is easy here, which is a big plus. There's the multi level parking structure behind Urban Plates plus surface parking throughout the center, and I've never really struggled to find a spot even when it's busy. You can get in from El Camino Real by the Chevron or from Townsgate Drive near Cinépolis. The Melt itself is a fast casual place, so you order at the counter and they bring the food out. The inside is clean and modern with a lot of natural light, and there's outdoor seating too since the whole center is open air. Not a place you'd sit for two hours, but it's comfortable and wasn't too loud when I went. I got the regular cheeseburger and it came on a toasted potato bun with this spicy cheese sauce that was so good. The patty is Angus and wagyu, chopped and grilled, so it's actually juicy and not one of those thin dry fast food patties. It was $12, which felt very fair for the quality, especially for this area. Most of their burgers run around $12-17. The location is great if you're already out here. Cinépolis is right there, the Sky Deck is upstairs, and The Melt is open until midnight every night, so it's clutch after a late movie. I'd definitely recommend stopping in if you're at Del Mar Highlands.

I always stop by Chicken Charlie's when I'm at the fair. It's a tradition! I also wanted to try…read moretheir newest item, Mangonada. After much anticipation, this wasn't a hit for me. I wanted to try something new, but I prefer this as a fresh mango with chamoy. The combination of the chamoy and fresh fruit has always worked well together but it misses when the fruit is fried. The batter was thick, mango was warm, and the chamoy was sweet. I'll pass on this next time. I had the Fried Oreos, which is usually my go to, but this was super sweet! Not sure if this was the case the other times I've gotten this, but I could only eat two. Finally, I tried their famous Maui chicken in the pineapple. First of all, the rice was mushy. Too much water! Should be light and fluffy but it wasn't. For the price, not enough chicken and too much pineapple. Would be nice to have more teriyaki glaze drizzled on top. Thankfully we were able to get some seats nearby. Lines weren't so long, so that's a plus.

It was my first time ordering my food at Chicken Charlie's. I heard it was REAL fair/carnival food…read moreand wanted to give it try. The staff behind the counter was very friendly. The next thing you know, my order came out. I looove the quick service! I wish my Maui Chicken Sliders were intacted instead of stuck together. I had to pull them apart myself. No worries, the tastiness made up for it. My Golden Fries and Strawberry Funnel Cake were fresssh and cripsy just like I like them.

Great food options. I want to try EVERYTHING on the menu. My husband and I loved the clam chowder…read moreand our swordfish. Great customer service. Very kind. Excited to return.

We absolutely love this restaurant. The food is consistently delicious, the atmosphere is always…read morewelcoming, and it's truly become one of our favorite spots. A big part of what makes our visits so special is Christian. He goes above and beyond every time we're there--always friendly, attentive, and genuinely caring. Specially with my kids! He is the best! Highly recommend to anyone looking for great food and even better service!

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.

Truly, one of the hidden gems of Solana Beach. Tucked in a little courtyard sits the pill box and…read moreif you know it, you know it and if you don't know it, you should know it. Fantastic menu something for everybody, you want a burger, best! You want it all day breakfast burrito again fantastic. How about a mahi salad?, yep! Patio or inside a great place to people watch and eat. Our server today was Kiley and she was just perfect. We haven't been in a little bit. Hope we'll be back right away. You gotta try it.

My friends had been talking about this place for a while, so we finally checked it out for happy…read morehour on a weeknight. We got there just before the 6 PM cutoff, and our server was kind enough to still honor the happy hour pricing for us, which was much appreciated. They have a solid happy hour menu with $2 off draft beers, $6 tequila and Fireball shots, $9 wines, and taco specials for around $7-8. We ended up trying the tacos, but they were honestly pretty average and nothing particularly memorable. The ambiance was nice, and it's always enjoyable spending time in the Solana Beach area near Fletcher Cove. Parking was easy with a dedicated lot, and the drinks were solid. Overall, a good place to grab a drink during happy hour and hang out with friends. The food didn't really stand out, but the friendly service, decent drinks, and relaxed atmosphere made for a pleasant evening.

Haven't been to one of these for at least a decade...anyway, the food is good, the prices are a…read morelittle higher than other fast food joints, but it's probably A) The location [Del Mar=$$$$$], and the fact that everything is going through the roof due to the fuel crisis. (Not that they'll ever come back down once it's over, if it ever WILL be over...) ;) The staff are very affable and friendly, and even brought out my plate to me, as I'm handicapped. Big plus!

I worked down the street and go to this location a few times per month. My standard is the 2 piece…read moremeal. The chicken is always fresh and juicy, pinto beans are a favorite and the side salad with cilantro dressing. Delicious!! Beyond the food, I always enjoy hearing Karla's voice in the drive thru! Karla is friendly, professional and greets you with a smile! And she makes sure to offer salsa to go with my delicious meal! I am sad the salsa bar did not come back but I appreciate that the staff is happy to give you the salsas you request. My favorite EPL!!!

I love this franchise. This Del Mar dominos never disappoints!! I love the thin crust pepperoni…read more Thank you for so many delicious and reasonably priced pizzas over the years.

We placed an order last night and an hour and a half later it still had not arrived. We called to…read morecheck the status of our order and they said it was delivered. They said they would ask the driver. The driver confirmed he delivered the pizza to the wrong floor and that it was his mistake so they would remake it and get it over right away. We checked the unit above us and no one was there to verify and there was no pizza outside the door. Another hour later still no pizza. I called again and was put on hold for over 10 minutes and finally had to call from a different number in order to get them to pick up. They never remade the order. At that point our guests had left. We canceled the order and were told they would issue a refund and we would see the refund in the morning. We never received any confirmation. We checked our statement and only the charge is there--not the refund. Not sure if this was just a one off or outright fraud, but we won't be ordering at any Domino's again in the foreseeable future.

After our Monday night "neon" run, we had a special event here to have some dinner and socialize…read more I had a great time! This is a dive bar and I saw a Ms Pac Man machine in the corner and will have to come back to play it, either with my run club or without them. They have a nice outdoor space and our entire running club took up the space. Service was excellent and we all got our food and beer without any hiccups. I had a cup of chili and a Prankster Blonde Ale, both were great! I'd definitely come back here again!

My kiddos were running a 5K in Los Angeles and with my son having driven up earlier this week, I…read moredidn't want us to have two cars driving back home, so I took the Amtrak for the first time to meet up with my kiddos. Since my train wasn't leaving until later, I decided to find a place to eat dinner and found Chief's Burgers, Brew & Spirits. Chief's was a cool place to chill out and grab a bite. The burger and fries entree, the quality customer service from Nora, and the vibe were memorable. What was irritating was hearing a customer show his Trump Derangement Syndrome (TDS) by talking out loud about his disdain for our President. You lost old dude, but I won by dining at Chief's. 4.5 stars! Chief's Burgers is located in Solana Beach specifically on Lomas Santa Fe Drive. It's conveniently a short walk across from the Amtrak train station and within the Solana Beach Plaza strip mall. The plaza has Solana Frosty and Solana Beach Fish House. There is plenty of parking. As you step inside Chief's, you'll quickly determine that it's a sports bar with plenty of televisions, sports memorabilia, basketballs hanging from the ceiling, and a variety of modes of travel also hanging as decor. It's a spacious restaurant with bar top seating, low table top, high table top, picnic benches, and outdoor seating. There are a lot of Native American statues, framed pics, and depictions throughout the restaurant. There's a whole section decorated for Denver Broncos fans. I liked seeing tributes to our local sports teams. The customer service from Nora was noteworthy and I appreciated her friendly demeanor. I asked Nora why the restaurant was named Chief's and why there was an homage to the Broncos. She kindly explained that the owners were Native American and that they came from Colorado. Prior to embarking on the train, I initially thought I'd eat dinner with my kids once I got into Los Angeles, but since my train wasn't leaving until 5:40pm and wouldn't arrive at Union Station until about 8pm, I decided to find a restaurant to eat dinner. I found Chief's really quick since it was across from the station and walked over to dine in. Chief's serves a diverse menu besides burgers, which includes sandwiches, sides, Mexican food, appetizers, wings, salads, sliders, soup and chili, rice bowls, and dessert. I honestly wasn't sure what I was in the mood for, but I ordered their Jalapeño Jack burger, which comes with a 1/2 lb all natural angus beef thick patty, fresh jalapeños, pepper jack cheese, lettuce, tomato, and onion. All the burgers are served with french fries, salad, or coleslaw. Instead of fries, pay an additional $3 to substitute onion rings, sweet potato fries, frings, or potato salad. Unless I didn't hear Nora, I wasn't asked how I wanted my burger cooked. My burger came out well done, I liked that it was substantial, the toasted bun was a good vessel, the toppings were fresh, and I thought that was a delicious burger. I recommend that they season the patty a little more. I thought the fries stood out because they were crispy, golden brown, seasoned perfectly, and when dipped in mayo or ranch, they complemented the burger. For my first visit to Chief's, I really enjoyed my burger and fries. Next time I visit Chief's, I want to try their Philly Cheesesteak. Hanging out at Chief's before my first train ride made for a good start to my trip, but that old dude talking smack about our President made me wish the Trump Train made a stop, so it would drown out his crying.