Food was delicious, unusual offerings for Encinitas. Staff was friendly. Too noisy to have a conversation and too dark to tell if there was still food on the the share plates. Also, there was no beer on draft and a very limited wine selection. I would go back for a casual night out for two.
Drew
Very few restaurants, especially in San Diego, can compare to the vibe and quality of food. It's a simple menu with complex flavors - would definitely recommend ordering a few items and sharing with the table. Live DJ with that played the perfect tunes and mixes for the atmosphere. Dining room tables are crowded, so if you can get a booth, they comfortably fit up to 4 adults.
Julia Bouvier
I went to sago for a date night with my boyfriend. It’s a tapas style dinner with a lot of cute and unique drinks. They have a really good atmosphere of a darker style ambiance as well as nice chill beats for music. Our favorite dishes were the Lobster Bao Buns, Ceviche, & chicken + caviar. All the dishes were really good that we tried. Our server was also really nice and accommodating. She gave us suggestions on what to eat. I would love to come back again, it was so yummy!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Aidan Land
SAGO has such a unique atmosphere and vibe, not many places like this in North County. The food was great as shareables, I recommend the cucumber salad and fried chicken with caviar. Worth checking out.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Brenna Machek
Incredible experience!! We loved everything about sago! The food was amazing and we got half the menu and nothing disappointed! The drink were great too and I got a mocktail and it was just as good! Highly recommend as a date night or girls night or birthday dinner!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ryan Razooky (R2BBALL)
Disappointed! Tiny writing to hide their 4% surcharge on already overpriced food that comes in portions the size of your hand. They also hide the prices of many of their drinks hoping you order without asking. Atmosphere is nice and staff was nice but I was not fond of the way they hid their prices
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 4
Aidan Hagarty
The noodles are unreal. Had the steak skewers and they smelt a little off and pretty charred but noodles carried
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Borhan
This is honestly one of the best small-plate restaurants I've ever been to. Each dish is super unique, flavorful, and fun. The vibe and music were perfect. I highly recommend it!
Liv Sather
Sago Encinitas is an absolute gem! From start to finish, our experience was phenomenal. The portions are generous for a tapas-style restaurant, so you can try a variety of dishes without feeling rushed. Every dish we had was outstanding. The chicken and caviar was rich and flavorful, the Mi Goreng noodles were perfectly seasoned, and the Wagyu and chicken skewers were cooked to perfection. We also enjoyed the tuna tartare and hamachi crudo, which were fresh, delicate, and beautifully presented. You can’t leave without trying the lobster bao.
The drinks are just as impressive as the food. Our favorites were the Number 9, which was phenomenal, and every cocktail we tried was crafted with care. The staff was attentive, friendly, and made the evening feel extra special. The live music starting at 8 adds a wonderful vibe, making it perfect for either a romantic date night or a fun girls’ night out.
The ambiance is cozy yet lively, and the attention to detail in both the food and service really sets Sago apart. Honestly, everything about this spot exceeded our expectations. Can’t wait to come back and explore more of the menu. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a memorable evening in Encinitas!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Desiree
Way to loud. They renovated and the tables are way to close togwther. Felt like sardines . The food choices were way better in the past
My New Favorite Restaurant! I honestly think this might be my favorite new spot! I tried it for the first time about a month ago, and I've already been back--twice! The vibes are amazing, the service is top-notch, and, of course, the food is out of this world. I would literally recommend trying everything on the menu, but if you're looking for must-tries, go for the tuna tartare, the cucumber salad, and the fried chicken with caviar. Trust me, you won't regret it! I can't wait for my next visit
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Poetry Anderson
Love SAGO!! My go to spot in Encinitas for a GNO or date night. The aesthetic is obviously stunning, their asian fusion food is SO good and the servers were great! The plates are all shareable and I've tried nearly everything, my favorites are The Lobster Bao Buns, Tuna Sashimi, Mie Goreng (noodles) & Wagyu Skewers. They also have a great cocktail menu, my go-to is the strawberry gin drink. If you're looking for a vibey spot with delicious food, this is the spot!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Angela
Waited over half an hour to be seated for our reservation. Service was not good and when we finally did get to order we were informed they were out of most every single main dish. I'd recommend for a drink at the bar but then you should head elsewhere
sophia hecht
SAGO Encinitas is such a gem! From the moment we walked in, the service was incredible — everyone was so kind, attentive, and genuinely welcoming. The space itself has such a great vibe: coastal, modern, and relaxed, with the perfect mix of warmth and style.
Every dish we tried was amazing — fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. You can really tell how much care goes into the menu. The drinks were just as impressive.
It’s the kind of spot that makes you want to linger, laugh, and savor everything. Definitely one of my new favorite go-tos in Encinitas for both date nights and girls’ dinners.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jax
Came in for birthday celebration, very accommodating, service was exceptional. Would love to come back!
Food was delicious, unusual offerings for Encinitas. Staff was friendly. Too noisy to have a conversation and too dark to tell if there was still food on the the share plates. Also, there was no beer on draft and a very limited wine selection. I would go back for a casual night out for two.
Very few restaurants, especially in San Diego, can compare to the vibe and quality of food. It's a simple menu with complex flavors - would definitely recommend ordering a few items and sharing with the table. Live DJ with that played the perfect tunes and mixes for the atmosphere. Dining room tables are crowded, so if you can get a booth, they comfortably fit up to 4 adults.
I went to sago for a date night with my boyfriend. It’s a tapas style dinner with a lot of cute and unique drinks. They have a really good atmosphere of a darker style ambiance as well as nice chill beats for music. Our favorite dishes were the Lobster Bao Buns, Ceviche, & chicken + caviar. All the dishes were really good that we tried. Our server was also really nice and accommodating. She gave us suggestions on what to eat. I would love to come back again, it was so yummy!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
SAGO has such a unique atmosphere and vibe, not many places like this in North County. The food was great as shareables, I recommend the cucumber salad and fried chicken with caviar. Worth checking out.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Incredible experience!! We loved everything about sago! The food was amazing and we got half the menu and nothing disappointed! The drink were great too and I got a mocktail and it was just as good! Highly recommend as a date night or girls night or birthday dinner!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Disappointed! Tiny writing to hide their 4% surcharge on already overpriced food that comes in portions the size of your hand. They also hide the prices of many of their drinks hoping you order without asking. Atmosphere is nice and staff was nice but I was not fond of the way they hid their prices
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 4
The noodles are unreal. Had the steak skewers and they smelt a little off and pretty charred but noodles carried
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
This is honestly one of the best small-plate restaurants I've ever been to. Each dish is super unique, flavorful, and fun. The vibe and music were perfect. I highly recommend it!
Sago Encinitas is an absolute gem! From start to finish, our experience was phenomenal. The portions are generous for a tapas-style restaurant, so you can try a variety of dishes without feeling rushed. Every dish we had was outstanding. The chicken and caviar was rich and flavorful, the Mi Goreng noodles were perfectly seasoned, and the Wagyu and chicken skewers were cooked to perfection. We also enjoyed the tuna tartare and hamachi crudo, which were fresh, delicate, and beautifully presented. You can’t leave without trying the lobster bao.
The drinks are just as impressive as the food. Our favorites were the Number 9, which was phenomenal, and every cocktail we tried was crafted with care. The staff was attentive, friendly, and made the evening feel extra special. The live music starting at 8 adds a wonderful vibe, making it perfect for either a romantic date night or a fun girls’ night out.
The ambiance is cozy yet lively, and the attention to detail in both the food and service really sets Sago apart. Honestly, everything about this spot exceeded our expectations. Can’t wait to come back and explore more of the menu. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a memorable evening in Encinitas!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Way to loud. They renovated and the tables are way to close togwther. Felt like sardines . The food choices were way better in the past
Restaurantji Recommends
My New Favorite Restaurant!
I honestly think this might be my favorite new spot! I tried it for the first time about a month ago, and I've already been back--twice! The vibes are amazing, the service is top-notch, and, of course, the food is out of this world.
I would literally recommend trying everything on the menu, but if you're looking for must-tries, go for the tuna tartare, the cucumber salad, and the fried chicken with caviar. Trust me, you won't regret it!
I can't wait for my next visit
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Love SAGO!! My go to spot in Encinitas for a GNO or date night. The aesthetic is obviously stunning, their asian fusion food is SO good and the servers were great! The plates are all shareable and I've tried nearly everything, my favorites are The Lobster Bao Buns, Tuna Sashimi, Mie Goreng (noodles) & Wagyu Skewers. They also have a great cocktail menu, my go-to is the strawberry gin drink. If you're looking for a vibey spot with delicious food, this is the spot!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Waited over half an hour to be seated for our reservation. Service was not good and when we finally did get to order we were informed they were out of most every single main dish. I'd recommend for a drink at the bar but then you should head elsewhere
SAGO Encinitas is such a gem! From the moment we walked in, the service was incredible — everyone was so kind, attentive, and genuinely welcoming. The space itself has such a great vibe: coastal, modern, and relaxed, with the perfect mix of warmth and style.
Every dish we tried was amazing — fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. You can really tell how much care goes into the menu. The drinks were just as impressive.
It’s the kind of spot that makes you want to linger, laugh, and savor everything. Definitely one of my new favorite go-tos in Encinitas for both date nights and girls’ dinners.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Came in for birthday celebration, very accommodating, service was exceptional. Would love to come back!
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