50 Best American Restaurants near Solana Beach

“This is a really special restaurant. Their waiting staff is very attentive and deals quite well with children. They also go beyond with regulars in treating them as close friends. It’s quite unique and very special. I’ve also never had a meal here that wasn’t fantastic. I highly recommend any steak dish on the menu. The bread is real good as well. I recommend this restaurant for an upscale family gathering.“

“Great food, friendly staff, great selection of adult beverages. Butcher shops.“

“Solana Beach Kitchen was amazing. Each dish was spectacular. Loved the Surf & Turf Nachos, the Calamari was the best I have ever had. The Mac n Cheese with brisket was a recommendation from the fabulous Tracy and it was incredibly delicious. Everything was so good that we returned the next night!! Highly recommend SB Kitchen.“

“Amazing staff, excellent food and great vibes overall. Wings and queso fundido are smackin’ good and they have the best fish n chips! 😋“

“I stumbled upon T's Cafe this morning for breakfast, and I couldn't be happier with my experience. The Eggs Benedict were simply fantastic, perfectly poached eggs. But what really stole the show was their Bloody Mary—it was hands down the best I've ever had. It had just the right amount of spice and tanginess to wake up my taste buds.The service here was exceptional too. Every staff member I encountered was incredibly friendly and welcoming, which made for a delightful atmosphere.Overall, T's Cafe exceeded my expectations in every way. If you're in the mood for a delicious breakfast served with a side of warmth and hospitality, look no further. My new favorite spot.“

“Amazing place to go Very good venue“

“We wanted açaí bowls and found some really fun treats here. I loved that they had some great toppings: pollen, hemp seeds, ashwaganda, chia, etc.

My preference is less sweet, and it tasted like the açaí was sweetened as well as the granola… so that’s why 4 stars for me instead of 5. If you like sweet… you’ll love it.

We also wanted a green drink and the number of green ingredients was a little limited.

Loved the service! They have indoor and outdoor tables.“

“yo les doy un 10 a todo ese equipo por servir los mejores alimentos tienen justo lo que nos gusta“

“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!“

“Awesome food, great drinks and service! Nicole is awesome!“

“Darin was great! Thank you, our dinner was delicious“

“What happens when fine dining meets meal prep ? Urban plates you nailed it. Who knew best steak ive had could be prepared fast and efficiently delivered to my door. Wow 🤩 5 stars . RFK approved.“

“Really appreciated that they had a vegan option and knew what they were doing (the receipt stated that the brioche bun would be ciabatta, mayo would be subbed for plant-based mayo, cheese would be vegan cheese). It was really good, more than the typical burger, even with added arugula. Well-priced, great service, wonderful ambiance.“

“Great place! Excellent service! Delicious food!“

“The atmosphere and view, food and drinks are unbeatable. Staff is friendly, attentive and knowledgeable. Cody’s is a fantastic establishment that I visit every time I am in La Jolla!“

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

“Great food and great service from a very friendly and attentive staff! Had an awesome date night! Our first time here but won’t be our last.“

“Friendly and courteous staff, high quality and delicious food! Love their drinks and desserts as well. The menu is not overwhelming for me to choose! Lovely atmosphere!“

“Loved eating here the mall that this location in is very nice with lots of seating overlooking the fountain and things to see. The food was delicious, even my picky toddler enjoyed her grilled cheese. Definitely will eat here again when I am in town!“

“Amazing atmosphere! Fantastic food and service! A go to destination! You will not be disappointed 👏🏼“

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

“We attended the 20th annual Celebrate the Craft. It was fantastic and we thoroughly enjoyed the event. The waitstaff at the bar was friendly and provided excellent service.“

“Charming cottage has the best food and atmosphere!“

“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!“

“One of our special date night places when in the San Diego area. Outdoor seating is great and food is wonderful. Rancho Santa Fe in the evening is quiet and you can just have a nice conversation over dinner.“

“I've been a customer of theirs for a long time and the reason is simple, the food is super healthy and it tastes good too. Also, the portions are generous, and all for all for a good price.“

“Delicious food and great value, great atmosphere“

“So many delicious options 😋 , fast and friendly service“

“I’ve been dining at Le Papagayo’s for 20+ years. I love the atmosphere, ambience, live music, and fabulous food. It’s a down to Earth place and you can come casual or dressed up! This place will not disappoint.“

“Family friendly. Dog friendly. Nice patio. Mimosas. Biscuits and gravy. Corn beef hash. Chocolate chip pancakes. Rueben sandwich.“

“Good food and coffee, perfect set up for business professionals, meetings, laptop work etc. good vibes overall, staff is super friendly as well. I randomly found this place on Google and a year later it is still my favorite place to work from. “

“Amazing food and service. You must try the Bread Pudding. I loved the one of a kind drinks with the adorable garnishments. The atmosphere was warm and inviting.“

“Super attentive service. From the Hostesses, wait staff to buss boys. Food is delectable. Entrees were well prepared, fresh ingredients, served hot & salads crisp. Highly recommended.“

“Was a great idea stopping to Islands Food was great and waitress so wonderful I really recommended Thank you“

“I enjoyed the Ginger Miso salad“

“Great food, fun and quirky vibe.“

“All aspects are relatively in line with my standards. The food is good. Maybe the portion is too small for those with big appetites. I still can’t eat it. ?Photos will be uploaded when I have time. ?The rolls are good. The ice cream is also okay. The main presentation is good.“

“So many options in their menu, it made it hard to choose. We all loved the burgers! I didn’t see a difference between Medium Rare and Medium but it still tasted good. The only issue was timing. I think we waited for an unreasonably long time until our meal was served but they must have been busy. I would go again!

Kid-friendliness: Kids loved the meal. The quesadilla looked like something I would want to order!“

“Chef Felix and family put together an excellent meal. Every. Single. Day.I've been going here for 4+ years and am still going back. Everytime Chef curates, weekly, a menu and will even still make you almost anything you can cook on a skillet. From flatbreads, to home made soups, and a Cubano I would fight you for, they make a bit of everything.¡Provecho!“

“Great food and server she was on top of it“

“Met some friends at Amalfi Dockside about a week ago. The food was superb!!! We also enjoyed the wonderful entertainment provided by Relic Ruckus....“

“�����Great service! fantastic view!“

“Lovely atmosphere and the seating is very comfortable. Plant life speckles the room for a relaxing experience. The tree cover outside makes it feel very pleasantly isolated from the busy streets.My favorite, must-do dish is the Acai Bowl. It's smooth sorbet, decked out with a delectable arrangement of berries, bananas, and kiwi, topped with a light honey that doesnt overpower the flavor or texture of the rest of the dish. The granola tastes amazing and stays crunchy through the whole experience. Love it!“

“We had breakfast at the restaurant. The prices seemed high for the offering and quality: About $30 for the meal with coffee or juice. Pancakes were unavailable unless you spent $35 for a gourmet version. Oatmeal was watery. Avocado toast didn't use fresh avocadoes but a premade guacamole. The tomato jam was tasty.

Dietary restrictions: Make this known upfront.

Wheelchair accessibility: Restaurant can be reached by drop-off at the front desk area and then taking the sidewalk to the right.“

“Here visiting from NC. I by chance stumbled upon 7 Mile Kitchen. The food was absolutely amazing and the service was just as wonderful. Henry greeted me with such an amazing smile and made me feel so welcome. He gave great suggestions of his favorite dishes when I asked. He made sure I had everything I could possibly need, loved the personal touches. I also, met Lindsey and she was very welcoming as well. They both were very engaging in conversation and I appreciated it very much seeing as though I am traveling for work. At no time did I feel like a stranger. Thank you 7 Mile Kitchen for a wonderful meal, great service and a warm home away from home feeling!“

“Love eating here! Great customer service, delicious food, and a perfect ambiance. Immediately a new favorite and looking forward to our next visit!“

“Amazing staff and ambience! Newly renovated and beautiful interior offers guests a Victorian classic country club vibe. I highly recommend calling ahead or arriving early to be seated outside next to the 18th hole. I always love when a menu has GF noted. The tostada was difficult to eat but worth the effort. The heirloom tomato salad was to DIE for, I would eat that everyday. The oysters were small and didn’t carry a lot of meat so I wouldn’t order again. Veal chop was cooked to perfection, the capers in the sauce offered a delectable sour taste that complimented the cream and pearl onion. The corn crème brûlée should be a dessert. Truly a lovely restaurant with amazing staff like our waiter Alex. A steakhouse is a steakhouse, you get what you come for.

Vegetarian options: Salads are your largest options without considering fish.

Dietary restrictions: Gluten free noted on the menu!!

Wheelchair accessibility: All on one floor.“

“Live music and the food are great at the Roxy“

“The short rib nachos with Pizza Port Ale has been our go to during football season 🙌“

“The food was tasty (the Okinawan Hash and American Dream mocktail were both great) but what was really memorable was the service. Our server even took the time to recommend and help us locate a discount to use for our meal, via the InKind app, which was just really sweet. Thank you!“