50 Best Dog Friendly Restaurants Encinitas

“Vibe/Interior: Earthy, cozy, and a place that makes you want to stay a while. Everything about this place feels so grounded and intentional.

Standouts: The vitality tonics are unlike any mocktail I’ve ever had - mentawai and sienna. The French toast is enormous so we had to take the rest home. My personal favorite was the panna cotta - light, refreshing, and not too sweet

Service: The host was incredibly warm. Our waiter was just as warm and attentive! Our water cups were never empty.

Parking: Across the street from the restaurant is a huge dirt lot that’s free

Pro Tips: Make a reservation in advance. We were a party of 2 and arrived at 11 so they were able to squeeze us in but almost everyone else had a reservation“

“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!“

“Delicious fresh and hot handmade donuts! They even have Gluten free!“

“I love the coffee here!! 🤤“

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

“Friendly service, clean and really good food. Support the locals and have a local brew“

“Awesome spot!! Good beer and good sandwich’s“

“cookies are super! sandwiches, salad & soup.. So delicious!“

“Luna Grill was an amazing experience! The restaurant was very clean, the staff was friendly and welcoming, and the food was absolutely delicious. Everything from the service to the quality of the meal was excellent. I highly recommend Luna Grill to anyone looking for a tasty and enjoyable dining experience. I’ll definitely be coming back!“

“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!“

“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.“

“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!“

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“Awesome food prepared very well worth the wait! Delicious surf and turf! I was looking for the corn on the cob and churros but they ran! Super popular!“

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

“Absolute 10/10 taco spot! Everything was so fresh, and full of flavour. Big bonus points for being organic. I was torn between the shrimp and Baja so got both, but would have preferred the Baja fish tacos all in. I would say they were in the top 3 I’ve ever had while in California! Menu was huge too with a lot of selection. Tortilla chips were perfectly cooked, and I regret not buying a bag before leaving. Hot sauce selection (which they bring to your table) was also fantastic, and a perfect addition to the beans or chips if you’re into a bit of spice. Absolutely recommend hitting this spot up when you’re in the area. Seating can be tricky when it’s busy, but definitely worth the wait! Also dog friendly which was a bonus 😊🐾

Food I had:
Two taco plate with shrimp & Baja fish“

“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.“

“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!“

“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!“

“The top sections on the menu are 100% plant based, and the second half has meat options. It sounds like they used to be fully vegan, so it’s disappointing they added meat to the menu. I enjoyed the Munchwrap and the smash burger was pretty good. Next time I hope to try the flatbread—they currently have one plant based flatbread on the menu.“

“Pipes Cafe is a great spot for a casual meal, especially after spending some time at the beach or surfing. The food was good, with generous portion sizes that leave you properly satisfied. The relaxed atmosphere fits the coastal location perfectly. Definitely a nice place to stop for a tasty and filling meal after a surf.“

“We were looking for breakfast at 1pm and this place delivered! Breakfast, lunch and dinner food. Everything we ordered was amazing and had a slightly different take on what I normally expect. The homemade biscuits were great with their gravy. I'm from the Fresno area but will make an effort to stop in again when I come back this way.“

“Great coffee and convenient. Always pleasant staff. ☕️🌈“

“simply delicious and fast service“

“I literally came looking for an Oreo coffee frappe, and even though this spot was a donut, the owner went above and beyond and made me an incredible Vietnamese coffee slushy that was next level.

I also tried a fresh Fruity Pebbles mochi donut, and WOW. Not overly sweet, perfectly fresh, and absolutely addictive. I had to come back immediately.

Amazing customer service, unforgettable drinks, and dangerously good donuts. This place is a hidden gem.“

“Had ordered Salad and pizza’s all were fantastic . Server was awesome !!!! We love your pie’s Buona 😍😍😍😍“

“love ❤love.... only get out this way once a year but we have fallen in love w Encinitas and we come back here every time“

“Authentic Tokyo style sushi and sashimi for Jim and great choices for us non fish eaters. We eat there every week.“

“Carne Asada burrito and 3 rolled tacos with guacamole. 'Nuff said!“

“Best Indian food in the area. My wife and I ate an amazing lunch. Delicious, fresh full of flavor. Restaurant is very clean. The manager and chef were very kind professional. Bathroom very clean also. Thank you. Highest recommendation.“

“Great vibes everyone is super friendly loved the service! 🍷😀“

“First time got a chance to try this place and the food was amazing. Great taste, great size, portions were awesome, and taste was very good. Definitely will be back for more and I highly recommend you to try this place. Great job guys.“

“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.“

“are you kidding me. This place is the best. great food and service. love it!“

“great coffee nice girl behind counter. and we had our own personal ghost moment !! 😉 things falling for no reason“

“Delicious food and great value, great atmosphere“

“Great beer and dog friendly. Outdoor seating on highway 101.“

“My husband and I have been here for the very first time and we immediately fell in love with this place. The staff is amazing, they know how to treat you and make you feel at home. Alice is very passionate about her job and we loved her homemade desserts sooo much. A special mention to Michele, a very young yet extremely professional waiter, who contributed to create a cozy and pleasant atmosphere! As Italian, I can say it's hard to find place such Alice's where you feel so vividly the warm of our country. We will definitely come back!“

“Delicious authentic Italian meals artistically served .“

“the birria tacos are good I recomend them“

“What a sleeper!! We are thrilled to have found this gem. Authentic Italian food. Warm and genuine service. Exceeded our standard for local Italian for lunch. They say to arrive early for dinner, by 5:30 because this place gets busy. Make a reservation if dining later.“

“You are a restaurant that cooks from the heart, and I really enjoy your cooking and service.“

“fantastic food! one the best Italian spots in so. cal. friendly service.“

“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!“

“The food is delicious and fresh! This has been one of our go-to-favorites for years! We always order the build-your-own-bowl-the-grains-and-greens, with grilled chicken. And you can get extra grilled chicken! Perfect for the nights you don’t want to cook but you want something healthy! The staff is above and beyond! A shout out to Brian and the gentleman who was the cashier on the evening of Sept. 8. Sorry I didn’t get his name but he was so kind! My card didn’t work and I didn’t have enough cash, and he said not to worry about it. There was a long line, but he was patient and just so compassionate! When I went back and spoke to Brian, he was just so kind as well. Thank you so much for understanding, and, it turns out it was just a glitch with my card. You better believe we will continue to go back—food and staff are the Best! Go, you’ll be glad you did!“

“Best beer list in Encinitas!“

“Nice location great workers nice drinks“

“young lady in the front was very helpful which was awsome because it was my 1st poke experience and I was alone. I am def going back.“

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

“Good tacos and margaritas for a decent price during happy hour. Service was a little underwhelming, but the restaurant wasn’t very busy when we came in, so maybe that’s why. Would recommend if you’re visiting Encinitas and are craving Mexican.“