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Interior - Valentina, Encinitas, CA

Valentina

4.8 (2241)
$31 to $50
Contemporary European
810 N Coast Highway 101, Encinitas, CA 92024-2073

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Valentina

4.8
$31 to $50
Contemporary European
Encinitas

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 41 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
A small neighborhood Spanish restaurant in a cute California beach town called Leucadia.
we play music and serve wine, tapas, some cocktails and thoughtful hospitality with some dim lighting in a lively environment.

We look forward to welcoming you.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Home Style
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary European, Basque, Spanish
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Henri Ñol
  • Catering
    Please contact us for private events and catering.
  • Private party facilities
    Please contact us for private events and catering.
  • Neighborhood
    Encinitas
  • Cross street
    Europa
  • Parking details
    Street parking only.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

All Experiences

  • LET US BE FRUITFUL

    $175.00 per person

    Prepaid

    1 - 20 people

    Nov 15, 2026 only
    5:00 PM
    An Evening with Rowan × Valentina In celebration of fathers, families, and the things we build together. Sunday, November 15, 2026 | 5 PM Valentina | Encinitas, California Two family-owned businesses. Two fathers. Two dreams that began with the people they love most. Rowan and Valentina share more than a neighborhood. Both were born from a desire to build something beautiful, meaningful, and lasting. Both carry the names of their founders' children. What began as a dream for their families has become something shared with their communities. This November, we're coming together to celebrate the people who inspire us, the families who shape us, and the good we can do together. An evening around the table. Good food. Good company. A little something bigger than ourselves. THE EVENING A thoughtfully prepared, family-style dinner featuring the food you know and love from Valentina. We'll gather around shared tables, pass the plates, share stories, and make room for new friendships. Cocktails, beer, and wine will be available for purchase throughout the evening. WHAT'S INCLUDED Your $175 ticket includes: A family-style dinner featuring Valentina's signature dishes An exclusive Rowan × Valentina collaboration tee, created for the occasion An opportunity to support a cause close to our hearts Alcoholic beverages are available separately. A TABLE WITH PURPOSE We believe what we build matters most when it makes a difference in the lives of others. Net proceeds from the evening will benefit Youth-Reach, a faith-based organization dedicated to helping young men heal, grow in character, and rebuild relationships with their families. Because strong families help shape strong communities. And every young person deserves people who believe in their future. Come take a seat at our table. To celebrate family. To invest in the next generation. And to be part of something fruitful. $175 per guest + tax and tip | Limited seating RESERVE YOUR SEAT
  • Thanksgiving at Valentina

    $20.00 - $92.00 per person

    1 - 6 people

    Nov 26, 2026 only
    Forget the kitchen. This Thanksgiving, indulge in a feast designed to entice. We're pairing our decadent turkey plate and alluring menu favorites (like Patatas Bravas) with exquisite wine for a truly sensory experience.

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Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at Valentina.

4.8

4.8
(2241)
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • North San Diego

    Best Overall

  • North San Diego

    Best Food

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Valentina is a cozy gem in North County, celebrated for its "creative and unique" Spanish-style tapas. Diners rave about the "amazing" service, delightful ambiance, and mouthwatering dishes like Gambas al Ajillo, patatas bravas, and Basque cake. With an "incredible wine menu" and "attentive staff," it's a must-visit for food lovers.
2,241 Reviews
  1. Garett

    San Diego1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of our favorite north county restaurants! Kimmie always does a fantastic job taking care of our family. We highly recommend Valentina to anyone that hasn’t yet had the opportunity to try it.

    1 person found this helpful

  2. Olivier

    San Diego10 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Very creative food but it's a small menu so options are limited. For some reasons i found most dishes very salty which could be fine for some but I tend to season myself.

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  3. Paul

    Seattle18 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Cozy tapas experience in North County. Highly recommend their variety of tapas as we did not try any entree…recommend the basque cake dessert if you enjoy lighter cakes

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  4. Richard Gold

    San Francisco11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My wife and I loved Valentina, all of it: The innovative dishes, flavors that popped, delightful wait staff and a fabulous sound track. We found ourselves saying “wow” a lot. We can’t wait to go back, highly recommended.

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  5. David

    Orange County6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 31, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    this place is amazing, always love stopping by here for dinner

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  6. Carrie

    San Diego4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 30, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love Valentina! The service and the food are exemplary - great dishes worthy of sharing family style and a great wine list!

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  7. Debra

    Seattle1 review

    5.0

    Dined on October 30, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and service. Loved the oysters, crudo (Ono) in passionfruit sauce, and prosciutto tapas.

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  8. Jon

    Los Angeles1 review

    5.0

    Dined on October 28, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, wonderful service. All in all highly recommend.

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  9. Hannah

    Chicago1 review

    5.0

    Dined on October 24, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely loved Valentina! This was our first time dining here, and we had such a great experience! The food, service, and atmosphere were all amazing. We especially loved the patatas bravas, garlic shrimp with sourdough, artichoke, Spanish wine, and Basque cake for dessert. Everything was delicious! Luis took great care of us and made the experience even better. We had so much fun on our date night and will definitely be back!

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  10. Alfonso Gold

    San Diego4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 21, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really enjoyed my experience at Valentina’s! Such a great atmosphere with a wonderful Spanish tapas experience. The highlight of the evening was definitely the Gambas al Ajillo! Absolutely delicious, with a wonderful garlic flavor that reminded me of the tapas you would enjoy in Spain. Great place for a relaxing evening, good food, and conversation. I would definitely come back, especially for the Gambas al Ajillo!

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Home Style
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary European, Basque, Spanish
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Henri Ñol
  • Catering
    Please contact us for private events and catering.
  • Private party facilities
    Please contact us for private events and catering.
  • Neighborhood
    Encinitas
  • Cross street
    Europa
  • Parking details
    Street parking only.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, BYO Wine, Cafe, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

Yes, Valentina’s dim lighting, cozy wine‑bar vibe and thoughtful wine pairings make it a lovely choice for a date night or special evening.

Some dishes at Valentina are notably generous, guests describe the wiener schnitzel as very large and say the happy‑hour bread and olives came in a tremendous portion that they took half home.

Valentina feels cozy and intimate with dim, warm lighting and candlelit touches, a lively neighborhood wine‑bar vibe that many guests call perfect for date night or a relaxed evening out.

Valentina welcomes private parties, private gatherings are part of the restaurant’s offerings.

Yes, Valentina offers outdoor seating; guests report being seated at outdoor/sidewalk tables for pleasant late‑summer evenings (some parties were even seated outside with a heater).

Casual dress, comfortable, relaxed attire is appropriate; guests report seeing everything from nicer outfits to shorts and flip‑flops at dinner.

Yes, families dine here: Valentina has a kids menu, seating options for children, and several reviewers brought kids or praised child-friendly dishes.

Valentina offers an intimate indoor dining room with booths and tables, bar seating, and outdoor patio tables, and they do accept private parties.

Go early, around opening (about 5:00 pm) for an easier chance at bar seating or an outdoor table; by 7 pm the dining room fills in and weekends (especially Saturday evenings) are often packed.

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Valentina

4.8
$31 to $50
Contemporary European
Encinitas

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 41 times today
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