Top Dining Spots

Top Dining Spots

in Rancho Santa Fe

 

Rancho Santa Fe offers exceptional dining right here in our community. Explore these restaurants that make it a true culinary destination.

Lilian's

At The Inn at Rancho Santa Fe, Lilian's crafts seasonal dishes with sustainable seafood and organic ingredients from regional farmers, ranchers, and fishermen. The restaurant's dedication to local sourcing and culinary innovation earned recognition from San Diego Magazine as one of the city's "Best Restaurants".

  • Location: 5951 Linea Del Cielo
  • Specialty Local coastal California cuisine, wine, craft beers, and thoughtfully crafted cocktails

 

Nick & G’s

For an unmatched Italian-inspired dining experience, Nick & G's offers a sophisticated blend of new and old-world flavors. Right next door to Nick & G’s, visit Cork & Knife, a boutique shop offering a curated selection of wines, cheeses, and artisan meats.

  • Location: 6106 Paseo Delicias
  • Specialty Gourmet Italian-inspired American cuisine and fine wines

The Pony Room

Located within the world-famous Rancho Valencia Resort, The Pony Room is a longtime favorite of Rancho Santa Fe locals. Enjoy locally brewed craft beers, over 100 variations of tequila, high-end wines, and hand-crafted cocktails in a captivating, candlelit ambiance.

  • Location: 5921 Valencia Cir
  • Specialty Locally-sourced Coastal Ranch cuisine, craft beers, tequila, and upscale cocktails

Mille Fleurs

Mille Fleurs, another longtime favorite, serves everything from brunch to dinner. The piano bar features resident pianist, Randy Beecher, who performs live every Friday and Saturday night. This award-winning restaurant has received many accolades, including being named one of the "Top 25 Restaurants in America" by Food and Wine.

  • Location: 6009 Paseo Delicias
  • Specialty Award-winning French and local California cuisines along with vintage wine selections

Thyme in The Ranch

Thyme in The Ranch offers a cozy neighborhood café experience with locally sourced ingredients. This intimate spot serves classic family recipes for breakfast and lunch, alongside artisan baked goods in a welcoming cottage setting. 

  • Location: 16905 Avenida De Acacias
  • Specialty Breakfast, lunch, and artisanal baked goods

Rancho Santa Fe Bistro

The Rancho Santa Fe Bistro, open Monday through Saturday for lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch, features a diverse menu and a historic wood wine cellar dating back to 1897. Managed by veteran restaurateur Mozy Jahanguiri, this bistro brings a touch of dining excellence from Chicago, Minneapolis, and Dallas to Rancho Santa Fe.

  • Location: 6024 Paseo Delicias Suite C
  • Specialty American and Continental cuisine with a curated wine selection

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