231 Best American Restaurants In Carmel Valley

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1. Nick's Del Mar

4.7

Exceptional(1956)

$$$$

• American • Del Mar

Booked 74 times today

As always, an excellent experience. Fabulous food, ambiance, amazing service!!! Our server, Ashley, was very attentive. Highly recommend.

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2. South of Nick's - Del Mar

4.7

Exceptional(1172)

$$$$

• American • Del Mar

Booked 54 times today

The food was excellent, and the service was impeccable.

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3. Culinary Dropout - Del Mar

4.6

Exceptional(397)

$$$$

• American • Carmel Valley

Booked 30 times today

Always GREAT service, good food choices, fun place to be.

4. Jake's Del Mar

4.7

Exceptional(11535)

$$$$

• American • Del Mar

Booked 97 times today

This was our first time visitor after a friends recommendation. We were given a seat by the window and enjoyed the amazing sea breeze and sunset! Our server Judah was quick, kind, and had wonderful suggestions for wine pairings. Our food was prepared perfectly and they have the best take on mussels that we have had in a while! Between 4-5pm they have a chefs menu that we absolutely enjoyed. It is a wonderful restaurant in a fabulous location!

5. The Pony Room

4.8

Exceptional(1991)

$$$$

• American • Rancho Santa Fe

Booked 69 times today

The atmosphere, food and service are always wonderful.

6. Poseidon

4.8

Exceptional(6215)

$$$$

• American • Del Mar

Booked 57 times today

I take every visitor I have to Poseidon for sunset. This experience never fails. It's worth the money!

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7. Addison by William Bradley

4.7

Exceptional(1814)

$$$$

• American • Del Mar

Booked 14 times today

Addison by William Bradley, Southern California’s first three-star Michelin restaurant, showcases the beauty and allure of California Gastronomy. With its picturesque views of the surrounding hillside, the dining room creates a transportive setting for Bradley’s ten-course tasting menu. The Champagne Lounge welcomes guests on a walk-in basis to enjoy Addison’s newly curated Tartelette Menu with optional Champagne pairings in an elegant, reservation-free setting. Addison’s 10,000 bottle wine program showcases small producers, rare Champagnes, and new discoveries from around the world. Since 2006, the purity and precision of Addison's approach have led to global recognition for the restaurant and the San Diego culinary scene. Addison has earned international acclaim including Relais & Châteaux restaurants worldwide, recognition on La Liste and Wine Spectator’s highest honors, in addition to its three-star Michelin designation.

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8. The Grill at The Lodge at Torrey Pines

4.6

Exceptional(2812)

$$$$

• American • La Jolla

Booked 34 times today

Incredible food, excellent customer service and a beautiful setting. It was perfect!

9. Lana

4.7

Exceptional(583)

$$$$

• American • Solana Beach

Booked 48 times today

Such a great evening. Wonderful service delicious food, definitely a topic to have a large group event

10. Pacifica Del Mar

4.7

Exceptional(5053)

$$$$

• American • Del Mar

Booked 24 times today

Late night dinner on a Monday night was excellent. Server (forgot his name) was really efficient and helpful. He made a great recommendation on a Willamette Valley Pinot Grigio. Mussels were unbelievable with slightly spicy sauce that had us asking for 3 more bread baskets to soak up the sauce. Other starters were good though thought the crab cakes a bit doughy. Ahi tuna and halibut were excellent. It was a quiet Monday night nad we had the place to ourselves to enjoy the mild October night in Del Mar!

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231 restaurants available nearby

1. Nick's Del Mar

2. South of Nick's - Del Mar

3. Culinary Dropout - Del Mar

4. Jake's Del Mar

5. The Pony Room

6. Poseidon

7. Addison by William Bradley

8. The Grill at The Lodge at Torrey Pines

9. Lana

10. Pacifica Del Mar

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