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Aqua Mare Cucina Italiana, Del Mar, CA

Aqua Mare Cucina Italiana

4.6 (1442)
$31 to $50
Seafood
2282 Carmel Valley Rd., Del Mar, CA 92014

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Aqua Mare Cucina Italiana

4.6
$31 to $50
Seafood
Del Mar

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 7 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for scenic views
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
***AQUA MARE CUCINA ITALIANA ***

Aqua Mare Cucina Italiana by Villa Capri in Del Mar offers a menu inspired by responsibly sourced local food. It's a place to enjoy fresh, delicious plates and relax watching our beautiful view of the lagoon and the ocean. In addition to fresh fish and seafood, Aqua Mare Cucina Italiana in Del Mar serves fresh homemade pasta, risotto, chicken, steak and vegetarian options. It is open for dinner Monday through Sunday from 4pm to 9pm. Aqua Mare Cucina Italiana in Del Mar also has a large bar area with HD TVs, a Private Room and Private Patios that can be booked for banquets and private events

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Contemporary Italian, Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (858) 755-7100
  • Website
    http://aquamaredelmar.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    We would love to cater your event at our restaurant or deliver it to you. (Delivery within 3 miles radius)
  • Private party facilities
    Our restaurant can take parties from 10 - 135 people for large parties. The Del Mar dining room can hold 34 guests, Torrey Patio can hold 25 guests, Lagoon Patio can hold 55 guests, the Garda dining room can hold 25 guests. Minimum Guarantee applied for private event
  • Location
    2282 Carmel Valley Rd., Del Mar, CA 92014
  • Neighborhood
    Del Mar
  • Cross street
    Via Cortina
  • Parking details
    Parking lot in the back of the restaurant, and plenty of Street parking.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Reviews

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4.6

4.6
(1442)
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • San Diego

    Great for scenic views

  • North San Diego

    Great for fine wines

  • North San Diego

    Great for scenic views

  • North San Diego

    Seafood

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Aqua Mare Cucina Italiana is celebrated for its "phenomenal experience" with standout dishes like "bruchetta to die for" and "perfect Branzino." Guests appreciate its "super casual gem" atmosphere with "great service and wonderful staff." Though some dishes vary, the "unique menu" and "beautiful views" create a delightful dining ambiance.
1,442 Reviews

  1. Shari Gold

    San Diego132 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Good food, service and view. It has become one of our favorites.

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  2. Kali Gold

    Amarillo13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 10, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    If you’ve never experienced this Italian cuisine, you are truly missing out! This experience was absolutely phenomenal from start to finish! From the wine, appetizers, entrees and dessert! Truly amazing and their BRUCHETTA was to die for!

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  3. Katrina Gold

    San Diego4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on September 26, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great dishes for everyone in the party.. from chicken Marsala to seafood pasta to lasagna to specialty pasta everything was great. Even the basic red wine Tuscan blend was worthy of a second glass

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  4. Gary

    Orange County23 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on September 24, 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Great casual dining spot Uber close to the Grand del Mar resort. Oysters were delicious as was the chopped sausage and sage pasta entree . Service was very prompt and helpful. Sat on the patio with comfortable plastic chairs. I highly recommend this super casual gem.

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  5. Crystal Gold

    San Diego23 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on September 20, 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    We tried the Restaurant week menu which was a good value for the amount of food we received. Unfortunately the service was pretty slow. I think they may have been short staffed. Our app took awhile and we received it before our cocktails. The calamari was very blah as was the marinara that came with it and no lemon. The bruschetta was a little different from other Italian restaurants so that was a nice change but it was pretty rich. We wanted to order wine but had to flag someone down to order it and by the time it came we were about done with our main course. The Branzino was perfect, moist and the whole dish was fantastic, I would definitely order that again. Other main dish was the seafood trio dish, was also a bit bland and the branzino fish on it was grilled and very dry. Dessert was good, unique twist to Vegan chocolate pot de crème with spicy popcorn! Was served like a slice of pie, nice flavor and not super rich or sweet. Husband says never again but I would try it again, not during restaurant week.

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  6. Lorie

    Orange County1 review

    5.0

    Dined on September 13, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was excellent!!! Service is great!!! Ambience and view was excellent!!!

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  7. Andrew Gold

    Phoenix234 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on September 13, 2026

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    we had wanted to try this restaurant for some time, unfortunately after trying it, we won't be coming back. it seriously has past its prime (for some time) and is lost. quality was weak, service was fair, as if they were just going through the paces. we have been to West End Down the road, and no comparison. The owner(s) should go shop / explore the competition. Sorry

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  8. Susan

    San Diego17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on August 30, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Consistently good food, great service and wonderful staff.

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  9. Shari Gold

    San Diego132 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on August 29, 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Good service, food and ambiance. Great view of the lagoon.

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  10. Robert

    Tahoe37 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on August 25, 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Service and ambiance was fine. Food was somewhat disappointing. We had dined here several times and found the two seafood pastas below expectations.

    1 person found this helpful

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Contemporary Italian, Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (858) 755-7100
  • Website
    http://aquamaredelmar.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    We would love to cater your event at our restaurant or deliver it to you. (Delivery within 3 miles radius)
  • Private party facilities
    Our restaurant can take parties from 10 - 135 people for large parties. The Del Mar dining room can hold 34 guests, Torrey Patio can hold 25 guests, Lagoon Patio can hold 55 guests, the Garda dining room can hold 25 guests. Minimum Guarantee applied for private event
  • Location
    2282 Carmel Valley Rd., Del Mar, CA 92014
  • Neighborhood
    Del Mar
  • Cross street
    Via Cortina
  • Parking details
    Parking lot in the back of the restaurant, and plenty of Street parking.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

Aqua Mare Cucina Italiana feels casual‑elegant and inviting, with scenic lagoon and ocean views, multiple dining rooms, a large bar, and patio seating that’s lovely at sunset.

Casual dress is the guide, comfortable, informal attire is appropriate for dinner at Aqua Mare Cucina Italiana.

Aqua Mare is at its loveliest around sunset, guests recommend a patio or a late-afternoon/window table before the evening crowd; dinner service runs daily from 4:00–9:00 pm, and several diners say midweek visits can feel calmer.

Yes, Aqua Mare is a lovely pick for date night, with sunset lagoon and ocean views and several guests celebrating anniversaries and romantic evenings.

Yes, Aqua Mare Cucina Italiana offers multiple patios and an outdoor deck, where guests enjoy lagoon and ocean views at sunset.

Aqua Mare Cucina Italiana is owned by Laura, who guests credit with shaping the restaurant's thoughtful decor and hospitality.

Portions at Aqua Mare are generous, guests frequently describe them as plentiful and often note leftovers.

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A photo of Aqua Mare Cucina Italiana restaurant

Aqua Mare Cucina Italiana

4.6
$31 to $50
Seafood
Del Mar

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 7 times today
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