Restaurants near Cardiff

“On my first visit I was greeted with an incredible smile and the willingness to get my straight matcha perfected even if she had to add more matcha or more water. On top of this amazing hospitality, I was treated to a beautiful message on my cup. 20 plus years at Starbucks and I have never got a heart. ❤️”

“Best 5am service today for my flight back to Atlanta!! BEST YUMMIES!!! She was the nicest server and very kind for 5am!!!!”

“Always great coffee and the empanadas are great 🔥🔥”

“Pizza by the slice !! The crust is perfect too ! The wait is not bad and everyone here is friendly :) Great location and comfortable seating .. its always a good time ..”

“The beer! The best around by far”

“Great food - super fresh fish & casual vibe. Prices were reasonable & I would recommend it to anyone visiting the area. Enjoy!”

“Just a good basic pizza, but they also have big ice cream cones! We love the swirl. The grandkids love this place…..”

“Cracked tri-tip is a must.”

“My favorite place in North County San Diego. The nachos are to die for”

“Best chicken soup!! All the daily specials are great! Flavorful food at a reasonable price”

“The restaurant brought memories back from my travels in Italy. The staff was amazing and treated everyone like family. It wasn't easy to pick one entrée. I have to advise to end your meal with a delicious TIRAMISU... We will be returning....”

“We had an amazing dinner. Great happy hour until 6 PM. Nice options. Great service. Nice location.”

“Sambazon in Cardiff is awesome. They are quite frequently busy, but they are fast and worth waiting for. I have the PB Açaí bowl and it fills me up for the whole day. The people are super friendly and helpful. If you are in Encinitas be sure to go the extra few miles to Cardiff by the Sea.”

“Visiting from out of town & Dog 🐶 Friendly.”

“Beautiful Ambiance, Friendly Servers and Delicious Foods. Highly Recommend this place. Cheers!”

“Lovely Michelin star dining. The service was amazing and the food was delicious. Thank you for making our 25th anniversary a memorable experience!”

“Great customer service!!!”

“Fantastic food quality. Purist food.”

“Ambiance 😀, service and uniqueness. Had the Carajillo for an after dinner treat. Sooo good!”

“Hey I just want to say the Luna grill down in Carmel valley was amazing and I want to give a special thank you to Athena for helping me out with my order she was polite and made sure i got everything I needed I recommend anyone that loves Mediterranean food check out this location 2 thumbs up will be back”

“My husband and I came here once and it’s now our favorite place to come eat! A woman Trudy who works there is an absolute super star! She is always going above and beyond to make the experience even better, the food is a plus ? don’t miss out on the grandmas Mac and cheese. It’s the best I’ve ever had!”

“Still thinking about our dinner at Addison—yep, the Michelin 3-star tucked inside Fairmont San Diego. Total bucket list moment! The uni chawanmushi and caviar rice? Unreal. Vibe was cozy-luxe, service was flawless. Took 4 hours and I’d do it all over again. ✨🍽️💛”

“What a great experience.. great beer and an awesome place.. for sure will be backs and will bring friends with me.. cheers 🍻”

“Finally got to experience this place and it was worth it. Staff was great and the ice cream was delicious. I went on a weekday afternoon with coworkers, so there was no line at that time.”

“It’s a beautiful restaurant in Carmel. It’s delicious. Serving sizes are huge and healthy. I loved all the healthy choices they had. I ended up trying the beat salad. It was amazing!”

“Every dish felt both thoughtful and indulgent — the kind of food that looks beautiful but also delivers on flavor.

We ordered the çılbır (Turkish eggs) and added the hanger steak, and honestly, it was perfection. The steak was grilled beautifully — juicy, tender, and right at medium rare — and it paired seamlessly with the soft-poached eggs. The herbed yogurt added this cool, tangy balance to the rich chili-garlic butter, and the torn herbs gave everything a bright, fresh lift. Every bite had that ideal mix of creamy, spicy, and savory. The toast was golden and crunchy, perfect for chasing down every bit of sauce.

Then came the torrija (Spanish-style French toast), and wow. It’s rich without being heavy — a thick-cut sourdough soaked in yuzu cheesecake custard, topped with pecans, pear, and candied ginger. The textures were layered beautifully: crisp edges, custardy center, bright citrus notes cutting through the sweetness. It’s one of those dishes that makes you stop mid-bite just to appreciate what’s happening.

Manna feels like the kind of place where brunch becomes an experience — cozy, elevated, and genuinely creative. Every plate feels crafted with care, and it shows.

If you love brunch done thoughtfully, this is it.”

“excellent drinks & food.”

“The food took me on a nostalgic journey—just like many years ago in Iran. Authentic flavors, excellent quality, and a warm, friendly atmosphere with gracious service from the owner. We were welcomed with a complimentary saffron drink and unforgettable halim. Truly a wonderful experience—I highly recommend it!”

“The food is delicious, flavorful, and authentic. This place offers simple sit down dining in addition to to-go ordering.

Our waiter brought us water, bowls for sharing (we didn't even have to ask!), and a small dessert at the end of the meal. For a place with to-go in the name, this kind of service was unexpected and very welcome.

I didn't see any incentives for leaving a good review, so the 4.9 stars that this restaurant has is well-earned through great food, great prices, and great service.”

“The best Filipino food i ever had in the US 😊”