La Jolla, California is an affluent community located just north of San Diego. This seaside paradise is known for its amazing landscapes and beautiful architectural designs. La Jolla provides its residents and visitors with an endless choice of unique, cultural experiences. Equally unique are the vast restaurants and eateries that cater to every taste.
Top La Jolla Restaurants
The Cottage, El Pescador Fish Market and George’s Ocean Terrace head the list of most notable restaurants in La Jolla. Each is unique in its offering. However, each is bound by unsurpassed service, taste and value. Ideal for families, each boasts a casual dining experience. All three restaurants are located within close proximity to the La Jolla Cove and beautiful Pacific Ocean which provides the perfect backdrop for a casual walk after a delicious meal.
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Cuisine Type
The Cottage specializes in breakfast and brunch service. The restaurant is open from 7:30 am until 3:00 pm. It serves American cuisine. Patrons will be treated to a variety of seafood dishes that include Granola Crusted Mahi Mahi, Seared King Salmon and Capellini Crabcakes. Guests will also enjoy crisp, green salads decorated with fresh asparagus, avocado, carmelized walnuts and more.
From its humble beginnings, El Pescador has developed into a top seafood market and restaurant over its 37 year history. Guests can shop for the freshest seafood to prepare at home or enjoy in this relaxed environment. The restaurant offers a delicious variety of crab, shrimp and fish entrees. Guests can also enjoy lunch or dinner from the chargrilled menu that includes fresh Snapper, Swordfish and Alaskan Halibut.
George’s Ocean Terrace is an American café and is open for lunch and dinner. It is known for its tantalizing sandwich menu that includes Eggplant Panini, Blackened Seasonal Fish and the Spicy Tuna Melt. Decadent pasta dishes are enriched with mushroom, scallops, clam and a host of delicious seasonings.
Special Restaurant Features
The Cottage is available for private parties and special events. Interested parties can plan their events from September through May during evening hours and receive special menu creations for parties of 20 or more. Menus include alcohol, appetizers, salads and main courses. The Cottage has been recognized and received gold metal awards for best breakfast and overall service.
The El Pescador Fish Market was started by a 19 year old surfer in the 1970’s. It has been in business for nearly 40 years and combines the market and restaurant experience. Locals regularly shop for the unmatched quality and freshness offered by El Pescador. Choice easily exceeds offerings by local supermarkets.
George’s Ocean Terrace provides a great indoor/outdoor dining experience. George’s is tucked against the La Jolla Cove. Patrons enjoy afternoon and evening meals in perfect, summer temperatures and cool, ocean breezes. George’s also caters to private parties. Guests can rent any one of George’s private suites to host business luncheons or any number of special events. La Jolla dining is the epitome of class in a casual package.
