Aquaterra Restaurant at Pala Mesa Resort

Comfortable, layed back, good food, friendly service.
Happy Hour 5-9 music Friday

The food is quite good but the wine list is lacking. I have had the salmon tacos which are really delicious and the tempura asparagus is yummy but it would be nice to pair these dishes with a nice wine.

We had the pleasure of dining at Aquarerra restaurant on Halloween (2024). Our waiters’ name was Matt. Matt did everything right. He made the experience completely enjoyable. He catered to our every whim. The food was outstanding; very flavorful. I have been going through some health issues and this was my first time dining out in at least a month. Matt made it an overall wonderful experience. We can’t wait to go back. I had the Cioppino and my husband had fish and chips. Both were outstanding.

The food was very good, however the service and organization all throughout the restaurant was absolutely awful
Staff members were sometimes rude and otherwise treated us as an inconvenience
The restaurant was practically empty and yet somehow our party had the slowest service possible.

Food: 1

We had a spontaneous dinner here on a Monday night. They close at 7 pm. Our service was excellent as was our Shrimp Scampi. My husband and I shared the plate, and it was plenty for both of us. We also ordered the Tempura Asparagus. It was very yummy with the sauce they pair it with. It was not very busy, they do have music on some nights. Lovely setting.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

We had a spontaneous dinner here on a Monday night. They close at 7 pm. Our service was excellent as was our Shrimp Scampi. My husband and I shared the plate, and it was plenty for both of us. We also ordered the Tempura Asparagus. It was very yummy with the sauce they pair it with. It was not very busy, they do have music on some nights. Lovely setting.

The most horrible food at the most beautiful setting. Rude admin,

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 1

Service: 2

Amazingly delicious!!!The chef really cares about not only presentation, but most importantly the flavor and freshness is outstanding. I had the shrimp cocktail and the Lobster roll, wonderful ?

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Food was great menu looks

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

The food was great and the service was excellent. It's was not very busy. I found it odd, that a restaurant like this would close at 7 pm Monday through Thursday, and at 9 pm Friday and Saturday. Especially since it's a resort hotel.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Our server Ciriaco León, was professionally attentive and made us feel very comfortable. He never let our cups of wine get empty and the chef served us the sea bass which was perfectly cooked which is difficult to do when it is over an inch thick. So for that, amazing. Not crazy about the sides, but that fish was exquisite. Nice ambience and decor.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 3

Service: 4

4 of us ( 2 couples ) Went in there at 9:50 p.m. on New Year's Eve after we had called they said they were going to stay open late we got there And they said the restaurant was closed but they will serve drinks on New Year's Eve . Smh Don't tell us the restaurants going to be open and then when we get there no it's closed especially on New Year's Eve lame The rooms are okay though. ( Yes it was on a Sunday night but it was New Year's Eve )

Atmosphere: 2

Service: 1

Beautifully set up against the hill on a manicured golf course sits Aquaterra restaurant, I was invited to share a thanks giving meal prepared here. I was simply delighted in the perfect holiday food. Every dish reminded me of something home cooked by the best grandma over many days! Service was provided by Monica Puppe, definitely ask for her if you decide to dine here. Thank you so much!!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Baked Avocado, French Dip, Stuffed Spaghetti Squash, Pub Pretzel

Beautiful! We sat outaide just off the gold clurse and had breafast. The eggs were pretty amazing and the thick cut bacon did not disappoint. I ordered the bottomless Mimosa which helped wash everything down.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

It was ok. Food took a long time, didn't come out all at once, and was cold when it did come out. And it wasn't that busy, so not sure why the issues. Had a Bloody Mary. Though good, no garnish, not even olives. I love having the celery and olives to snack on. I would try again though and hope service is a little quicker. The servers were very nice and helpful. Beautiful views if the golf course.