Restaurants in Encinitas
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Best Restaurants
“Great service too! My mouth watered the entire time and was completely satiated and beyond happy with all that we ate! New menu apparently, but I gotta get back before they change it again!”
“Authentic Tokyo style sushi and sashimi for Jim and great choices for us non fish eaters. We eat there every week.”
“Ambiance 😀, service and uniqueness. Had the Carajillo for an after dinner treat. Sooo good!”
Restaurants by Cuisine
“Great experience for our first time there. The food was fantastic. Their dishes bring forth amazing flavors you’d expect from the best restaurants in Mexico City. Lively atmosphere! We’ll definitely be going back!”
“Favorite restaurant in the world! Such amazing, happy service. Incredible flavorful vegan food. The bubble teas are excellent to enjoy while eating. Perfect for a romantic experience. They sang happy birthday! For being top quality, it's also amazingly affordable. Enjoy!!!!”
Restaurants with Delivery
“Favorite restaurant in the world! Such amazing, happy service. Incredible flavorful vegan food. The bubble teas are excellent to enjoy while eating. Perfect for a romantic experience. They sang happy birthday! For being top quality, it's also amazingly affordable. Enjoy!!!!”
“Jojo’s is a San Diego gem, it is always top on the list of places for visiting family members. The honey lavender is exceptional and so is the customer service! Cole was holding down the fort when I came in the other day and was an absolute star. Thanks Jojos team!”
“Amazing food!!! We got a few things on the menu today. We got the firebird , cali dip , kids meal chicken nuggets . Let’s start with the firebird .. amazing sweet and spicy taste with big nice pickles to maintain the heat overall recommend this sandwich . The Cali Dip was delicious sweet and so much flavor I’d have to say one of the best “Tortas” I ever ate . The fries are the best !!! Sauces are so yummy. Everything was about $47 but SO WORTH IT!”
“Great food and even better service. Everything we ordered was fresh, flavorful, and cooked perfectly. What really stood out, though, was the service, Mel, the manager, went above and beyond to make sure we were taken care of and genuinely happy with our experience. You can tell they care about both the food and the customers. We’ll definitely be back and highly recommend this spot.”
Outdoor Dining
“Consistently gorgeous and delicious options for breakfast/brunch/lunch. Friendly and well trained service, kind family-run restaurant. You can tell this team puts a lot of heart and soul into what they are sharing with our community. One of the best parts, the elixirs! Don't skip the drinks. I like to go with 1 other person to make sharing easy and intentional. Get one of everything, but especially the Turkish eggs, anything with steak, the panna cotta bowl, and Shrimp and grits”
“Great food and even better service. Everything we ordered was fresh, flavorful, and cooked perfectly. What really stood out, though, was the service, Mel, the manager, went above and beyond to make sure we were taken care of and genuinely happy with our experience. You can tell they care about both the food and the customers. We’ll definitely be back and highly recommend this spot.”
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“April Cardenas is the skill behind the scenes/in the kitchen. 100% respect to her commitment to this long standing little gem of Leucadia. The personal touch she infuses in everything she does cannot be quantified in dollars nor words. And the beautiful women at the counter are professional and nice.”
“Feels like You’re eating Sunday dinner at grandmas, but any day of the week you choose.”
“Order at the counter and food is brought to your table. There's a separate counter for ordering coffee.
The #1 burrito was fantastic and huge. No cheap fillers. Delicious eggs, sausage, avocado. I took half home for the next day. Kids loved the French toast and pancake combos. They also enjoyed the fruit smoothies.
Overall it felt like good value for the money. There was no line and it was easy to get a table at 8:45 on a Saturday, but when we left at 9:30, there was a line out the door. Free street parking was easy to find at that time.”
“I appreciate having a local cafe where I can eat almost everything! They use no seed oils; it's 100% GF and have many dairy free options. They use homemade almond milk without the additives. I can enjoy a latte, a baked good like their pumpkin cupcake which is delicious, and they have amazing vegan bacon on their Sammy sandwich.”
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“I have had several treats from this cafe and, without exception, they have all been superb! Obviously made from the finest ingredients and always fresh. The team leader, Stephanie, is such a delight and is so thoughtful and kind. Thanks for the delicious goodies!”
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“One of the best chain mexican food spots in north county. Los Tacos not only has quality food but their service is impeccable. I ordered an ABC breakfast burrito but accidentally gave me an original breakfast burrito. I let the staff know and they quickly corrected the mistake. Both burritos were delicious. I would easily come again.”
“Food was absolutely scrumptious. I ordered the Birria Melt and the french toast. My friend ordered the Green chilaquiles and sangria. Everything was not only plated in the most beautiful way but also so incredibly delicious! The service was fantastic! Jackie was so kind. Ambiance was also quite pleasant. Great music but at conversation appropriate volume. I definitely recommend this place.”
“We eat here and order from here on a regular basis! Dependable customer service and consistently elevated quality every time! Substantial menu variety for every palate. Family-operated and welcoming atmosphere. Enjoy!”
“Haven’t been here in a while and was pleasantly surprised. I really enjoyed the atmosphere and the way the restaurant is decorated. The only suggestion I would have is when someone orders coffee to bring out the little carafe first vs towards the end of the meal.”
24 Hour Restaurants
“Great communication and handled my items with care!! She was able to accommodate same day and her prints were so vivid and beautiful! My relatives order their prints from Etsy but going forward will be supporting her local business 😊 can’t wait to order a cake next time!”
“fantastic food! one the best Italian spots in so. cal. friendly service.”
Takeout Restaurants
“I love this place and the sweet people who work here! My favorite meal is the trifecta of a basil chicken wrap, naked salad, and the best carrot ginger soup ever! It’s not on the regular menu anymore, but can be requested as it’s still in their computer listing. The new back grass patio dining area beneath giant old pines is a hidden treasure that opened during CoVid.”
“This is going to be my poke spot. The portion was so generous. I don’t know what mammoth size poke bowl people are used to but I was stuffed after getting a regular. The fish, the avocado - everything was so fresh. The server recommended the eel sauce which was so umami and delicious.”
“Indian/Nepalese cuisine is one of my favorite cuisines. I am South African and grew up eating eating variety of traditional curries and stews. I travel a lot for work and have had the fortune of trying some of the best Indian restaurants in the nation, including dozens of places in SoCal. Everest Himalayan Cuisine is by far, the best restaurant I've ever been to. This cozy casual restaurant opened in November originally for take-out. I am a big fan of dine-in, so I was excited to find out that they recently opened for dine-in. I came with my best friend (we're always looking for new favorite restaurants). We decided to get a couple things to share. Started off with the Lamb Momos. They were such a wonderful treat. For Entrees, we went with the Lamb Tikka Masala and the Butter Chicken with Cilantro Garlic Naan. While eating our Momos, an adjacent table received their Tandoori Chicken and Lamb. It smelled and sounded so good, we decided that we would have to order more (we also ordered Chicken Vindaloo and Chicken Tandoori). Our food came, and when I dipped my Naan into the sauce, I nearly cried it was so good. It reminded me of a better version of my grandmas famous Tikka Masala. It's was then, that I knew this would become my new favorite place. It was so flavorful and luscious. All the meat was so tender. The Naan was supple, while pillowy and stretchy at the same time, (clearly proofed perfectly). Every dish we tried was the best iteration of the dish I've ever had. I usually order my food quite spicy (9-10), but if you like a flavorful warm heat, get a 5 to 7. We ordered another order of the Cilantro Garlic Naan to get every bit of the sauce. I know I'll be back soon. I really would like to try more of their dishes and their desserts. They also have a nice Lunch Special, I'd like to try. Thank you for sticking around, and reading to the end. I hope more people discover this new place; there's nothing like it, especially in San Diego.”
“Pretty standard Indian food, probably a bit better than average overall, but at an absolutely incredible price/value, especially for 2026 - entrees were around $15 when we went. Their naan was also quite unique, being a lot lighter and crunchier than you might expect.
Decor was a bit outdated, and it seemed like most of their business was for takeout or delivery.”
“This place has excellent food and wine. Super cool staff. I’ve been before and we’ll be back again. Killer outdoor spot to eat also. I highly recommend it.”
“Pretty standard Indian food, probably a bit better than average overall, but at an absolutely incredible price/value, especially for 2026 - entrees were around $15 when we went. Their naan was also quite unique, being a lot lighter and crunchier than you might expect.
Decor was a bit outdated, and it seemed like most of their business was for takeout or delivery.”
Drive-Thru Restaurants
“Best service every time I come in! The whole crew is very friendly and helpful. So much that Last time Irma helped me out she was kind enough to let me have her meal for the day that they provide employees. I had already ordered my food and was ready to pay and realized they were no longer excepting cash only card and I had only cash on me so she said it's okay. and allowed me to take my food.🙏🏽 wow it's hard to find nice people doing nice things nowadays. the fact that she did that made my day. thank you Irma‼🙏🏽”
“The best sandwich restaurant in San Diego. Subnman, there were very fresh ingredients in various types of bread. Really I was very satisfied because it was so delicious, the amount was abundant, and the price was cheap. I can't forget Subman, the best sandwich restaurant located in Encinitas, so I want to visit again.”
“Honestly this place will be added to my list of best Indian cuisine ever! Very nice atmosphere, even though it’s a small spot! Food was ordered at the counter and brought out right away! The owner is kind and offered me a Complementary drink on the house I denied it! the food was more than enough for me and it was honestly amazing will be coming back again highly recommend the Tiki masala And the garlic naan is not soggy. It’s nice and firm with a soft middle to it when chewing!! Thank you masala street 👍🙏🏻”
Cheap Eats
“We stopped by accident and had asked if they had smoothies because my son had gotten his wisdom teeth removed. Pavlo came from the kitchen and had advised me to go to the La fitness as they sold smoothies there. We went back to eat there and the food was delicious. I highly recommend this place for anyone as the food is delicious and the customer service is amazing.”
“I want to say yes and recommend them. But I can't because I have a subscription to their coffee but they sent me the wrong coffee. it's been about a week, I've call a few times, left two voice mail messages, I've emailed as well and I have not gotten any response at all. The coffee I bought and subscribed to is good, but I can't continue to do business with a company that won't respond to their customers to fix their mistakes.”
“The best juice in the world. Truly the best sugar cane juice I’ve ever had even in a tropical country! It’s grown right here in San Diego, and it’s the sweetest and freshest ever!
Plus if you didn’t know sugar cane juice is so healthy and healing, don’t be afraid of the sugar and go get yourself some nectar of the gods, pure liquid gold, natures Gatorade, pure magic ?”
“Delicious scratch-made food! I had the breakfast special and the plate was full to the brim of yummy eggs, breakfast potatoes with onions & bacon and toasted, buttered baguette! And, oh! The coffee (I had the Le Praline) was divine! My friends and I sat outside and I could almost swear I was back in Paris, leisurely watching the world go by!”
“Absolutely incredible tacqueria. In an area with so many Mexican restaurants Serranos truly stands out. Fantastic taquitos. Amazing burritos. Very good tacos. Serranos has it all. Service has always been solid and welcoming. Food comes out hot and fast. I can't recommend Serranos enough. Love it!”
“Delicious food!!! Loved our burgers and fries. Each one was unique and super flavorful. Only downside was there were no seats in the shade outside. Our choices were to sit outside in the sun or inside the stuffy room that felt like there was no A/C. Lots of seating available, just none that were really comfortable.”
Latest Reviews
“The best sandwich restaurant in San Diego. Subnman, there were very fresh ingredients in various types of bread. Really I was very satisfied because it was so delicious, the amount was abundant, and the price was cheap. I can't forget Subman, the best sandwich restaurant located in Encinitas, so I want to visit again.”
“I appreciate having a local cafe where I can eat almost everything! They use no seed oils; it's 100% GF and have many dairy free options. They use homemade almond milk without the additives. I can enjoy a latte, a baked good like their pumpkin cupcake which is delicious, and they have amazing vegan bacon on their Sammy sandwich.”
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“I came here on a Wednesday evening around 6:30 PM. We requested a table by the window hoping to catch the sunset, but the windows have a covering/tint on them to help block the sun from shining directly into diners’ eyes. Because of that you really don’t get much of a sunset view. Ironically, the sun was still getting in our eyes so we ended up playing a little game of musical chairs throughout dinner.
The service, however, was excellent. We were given great recommendations, checked on frequently, and everyone was very attentive.
I ordered:
• Bread Service: The bread is phenomenal. It comes out fresh and warm, and honestly, portion control is difficult because it’s that good. A server also prepares a plate of balsamic vinaigrette and olive oil at the table for dipping.
• Insalata Alle Pere: This was so fresh, light, and delicious. I highly recommend it.
• Daily Special Risotto: The special that evening had filet in it. I asked for no mushrooms, and they were able to accommodate that without any issue. It was absolutely delicious. The portion was also huge so I took about half of it home, and it reheated perfectly.
One downside was how warm it was inside. They definitely need to have the AC running more or add some fans because I was actually sweating through the back of my dress.
It was also my friend’s birthday. I had made a note of it on the reservation and mentioned it again to a waitress, but unfortunately it wasn’t acknowledged and nothing special was done.
Overall it’s a really cute place with phenomenal food and excellent service. You don’t quite get the sunset view you may expect, and it can get pretty warm inside, but the food was excellent. I’m already looking forward to coming back and trying more of the menu.”
“Best service every time I come in! The whole crew is very friendly and helpful. So much that Last time Irma helped me out she was kind enough to let me have her meal for the day that they provide employees. I had already ordered my food and was ready to pay and realized they were no longer excepting cash only card and I had only cash on me so she said it's okay. and allowed me to take my food.🙏🏽 wow it's hard to find nice people doing nice things nowadays. the fact that she did that made my day. thank you Irma‼🙏🏽”
“Amazing food!!! We got a few things on the menu today. We got the firebird , cali dip , kids meal chicken nuggets . Let’s start with the firebird .. amazing sweet and spicy taste with big nice pickles to maintain the heat overall recommend this sandwich . The Cali Dip was delicious sweet and so much flavor I’d have to say one of the best “Tortas” I ever ate . The fries are the best !!! Sauces are so yummy. Everything was about $47 but SO WORTH IT!”
“Honestly this place will be added to my list of best Indian cuisine ever! Very nice atmosphere, even though it’s a small spot! Food was ordered at the counter and brought out right away! The owner is kind and offered me a Complementary drink on the house I denied it! the food was more than enough for me and it was honestly amazing will be coming back again highly recommend the Tiki masala And the garlic naan is not soggy. It’s nice and firm with a soft middle to it when chewing!! Thank you masala street 👍🙏🏻”
New Restaurants
“Oh my god these sandwiches are SO good. I wanted to try something different than Jersey Mikes and I’m so glad I did. It’s BETTER. The bread is from a real bakery and it’s noticeable. These remind me of Mona Lisa is Little Italy. It’s right off the freeway too, which is a win win. My daughter loved that they put more than 1-2 pickles on hers too. We all loved them. We got a turkey/provolone and an Italian. Oh hey- don’t skip the oil/vinegar! So good!”
“I loved the cozy design of the cafe, very unique. The food is great I tried both Avocado Toast and the lentil soup both exceeded expectations. The latte was super tasty - just ask for extra-hot beverage because for some reason (liability, etc?) they don’t make the beverages too hot. Love the food, place, and the service (polite employees).”
“tl;dr Go here! Get the Coconut CinLatte!
I have been missing out!
After reading the reviews I did not know it was a small spot before they got this location.
So glad I found this place! Rem and Nick were super friendly and hospitable! Will be stopping here whenever I pass by on my commutes!”
“Delicious food!!! Loved our burgers and fries. Each one was unique and super flavorful. Only downside was there were no seats in the shade outside. Our choices were to sit outside in the sun or inside the stuffy room that felt like there was no A/C. Lots of seating available, just none that were really comfortable.”
“Ok, I am from NY and love pizza. I am not a NYC pizza snob though and welcome all iterations of 'za! I have to say that this pizza is probably the best I have ever had of its type. They are "Roman" slices, meaning focaccia crust. Variety of slice options are insane with creative combinations that are not only imaginative, but insanely delicious. Slices are cooked upon ordering for supreme freshness. I especially like the Lussuria - prosciutto, black pepper, mashed potato, mozzarella and olive oil. (I NEVER thought I would like mashed potato on a slice, but it's insanely good.) The help here is amazing as well. Caesar was working the oven and he gave great suggestions and explained the product well. Very inviting and definitely steered me in the right direction. Need gluten free? They got it! Will make a GF slice for you right on the spot. I challenge anyone to have just one slice. I had to go back for 2 more. Enjoy!”
“I’m from the East coast and just randomly searched for a bakery on the west coast to make my grandsons 1st bday cake. I am so pleased that I found Sugarbears Sweet Provisions, not only was the customer service excellent, the cake was created just as I imagined and was absolutely delicious!! Several guests loved it and agreed! I highly recommended this bakery!”
“This is the second time I’ve had Terina make a cake for me, and once again, she did an amazing job! She is always so kind, professional, and wonderful to work with. She made and beautifully decorated my cake, and it turned out absolutely gorgeous! You can truly see the care and attention to detail she puts into her work. I’m so happy with it and will definitely keep coming back to her. Highly recommend Terina! 💕”
“Consistently gorgeous and delicious options for breakfast/brunch/lunch. Friendly and well trained service, kind family-run restaurant. You can tell this team puts a lot of heart and soul into what they are sharing with our community. One of the best parts, the elixirs! Don't skip the drinks. I like to go with 1 other person to make sharing easy and intentional. Get one of everything, but especially the Turkish eggs, anything with steak, the panna cotta bowl, and Shrimp and grits”