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Jake's Del Mar


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3.5 of 5 stars 68 ratings
68 ratings
5.0 of 5 stars
24
4.0 of 5 stars
28
3.0 of 5 stars
6
2.0 of 5 stars
5
1.0 of 5 stars
5
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#6 of 45 restaurants in Del Mar
  • Cuisines: American, Seafood, Steakhouse, Californian
  • Price range*: $35-$80

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4 of 5 stars
vegassantaclaus   4 contributions
Worldwide
Sep 19, 2009

Ah Jakes. Such an amazing view, I don't mind paying for it. However, I was recently at Jakes and ordered off of the Restaurant Week menu. The 12oz. Brandt steak was full of gristle, and not flavor. Also, Chef needs to lay off the black pepper a bit. Couldn't taste the Mango Salsa or Mashed Potato thru the heavy handed... more

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5 of 5 stars
jbril   2 contributions
La Mesa, Ca.
Sep 17, 2009

We went to Jake's to celebrate my son's 25th birthday but was hesitant due to some of the reviews. I asked my son to pick the restaurant and he wanted to try Jake's but was hesitant due to some of the reviews. I have got to say not sure how those that rated it a one had such a bad... more

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4 of 5 stars
rosebudmi   22 contributions
Kalamazoo, MI
Sep 10, 2009

I'm surprised to read the negative reviews on Jake's. In fact, on a recent trip to the San Diego area, we ate there twice. It was not my first experience though. Both the first and second times, I went with my boss, and we were treated very well, and the food was delicious. My last visit was with my husband... more

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1 of 5 stars
DRDU   12 contributions
Las Vegas
Aug 30, 2009
1/1 found this review helpful

The review before this stole my complaint as if we were there the same time. He's right about the bimbo hostess that take your name, even if you have reservations. we waited an hour and kept going back to the girls asking what was the problem? We noticed that people were going in without reservations. Then someone told us to... more

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1 of 5 stars
dvsdeedee   3 contributions
murrieta
Aug 7, 2009
1/1 found this review helpful

Went to Jake's like we always do after a day at the racetrack. As walk-ins we were told the wait would be one hour to an hour and fifteen minutes. Usually we get a table in the bar or are seated sooner so we put our name on the list. Customers in the bar were rudely scoping table before people... more

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3 of 5 stars
Torymk   4 contributions
Nashville
Jul 28, 2009
1/1 found this review helpful

Great location and atmosphere right on the beach. Next door is a park and we watched a wedding ceremony on the beach. Our server was attentive and personable. Drinks and apps great but we were all a little disappointed with the entrees. I had the pork chops which were dry and difficult to cut. Everyone else had beautifully presented plates... more

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5 of 5 stars
Nighthawk168   2 contributions
San Diego, Ca
May 7, 2009
1/2 found this review helpful

Local here. I like to eat good food and Jake's has it. The atmosphere is nice. Lots of nautical hardwood with high gloss lacquer. Even with the nice decor it can be both casual or a formal place- It's California casual. Lunch is awesome because you get the great views of the beach with opened windows to catch the breeze... more

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5 of 5 stars
ectothegecko   12 contributions
Maine
Apr 16, 2009
1/2 found this review helpful

Jake's overlooks the beach in Del Mar. We were there in the late afternoon and really enjoyed their Bistro menu. You can't beat the $5 hand crafted burgers or the seafood appetizers. We sat on the patio and enjoyed excellent service and a nice ocean breeze. While we were not there for a formal dinner it was apparent that the... more

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1 of 5 stars
AdrianaSanDiego   1 contribution
San Diego
Apr 6, 2009
1/6 found this review helpful

I was at the beach this morning and I found that the public restroom next to this restaurant is under construction, so I could not use it. Knowing the fact that I was pregnant meaning I need to use restroom often I had to go to this restaurant and I explained this to the hostess(the laday). She refused letting me... more

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4 of 5 stars
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Mar 14, 2009
0/1 found this review helpful

I would not call it amazing but if you can seated at the window tables, it is nice.... more

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Jake's Del Mar Address

1660 Coast Blvd, Del Mar, CA 92014-2354
Tel: (858) 755-2002 Fax: 858-755-3240
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.