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El Bizcocho: Restaurant Reviews


#344 of 1,699 restaurants in San Diego
3.5 of 5 stars 5 ratings
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  • Cuisines: French
  • Rancho Bernardo Inn, 17550 Bernardo Oaks Dr., San Diego, CA 92128
  • 858-685-8500
  • Price range: $50-$75

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A not so great dinner

El Bizcocho

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2 of 5 stars
Babs45   26 contributions
San Diego, California
Oct 13, 2007
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We came for a special occasion this time, but we've been several times before for a nice dinner out. The service is always very good -- the staff is well trained and friendly -- helpful but not too present. Pay attention when being seated tho' , as the hostess often seats you where it is convenient -- not always at a nice table that might be open.

Food is not that great and is very expensive. For a great meal there are many other places to eat in San Diego -- the service may not be as great elsewhere but the food will be better. Frankly, for $300 I'd rather remember the outstanding meal than a nice server.

The location is out of the way, so if you are not staying at the RB Inn ( and after our last visit I'd not recommend it AT ALL ) you'd better not plan on having wine with that meal...
The room is lovely tho' and the music is always nice...

Eat here? You'd be better off in a dozen other places for this amount -- really.

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Excellent service and pure romance

El Bizcocho

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5 of 5 stars
TwoHavlesofCoconuts   22 contributions
San Diego
Apr 5, 2005
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El Biz is the place if you are looking for a rustic or old world feel. The ambiance is very romantic. The setting is elegant. The servers are in black tie. Soft, live piano and bass playing in the background. The service is impeccable and formal, but not pretentious. If you don’t know, just ask. You won’t be made to feel inadequate. The oysters are as delicate and fresh as they come. The fish is tender, flaky and delicious. The scallops are superbly cooked. The food is French-American and the portions fall more on the American than French. You’ll probably be full by desert, but be sure to save room for the chocolate soufflé. Don’t forget to order it ahead of time. You’ll be thanking me once they bring it out, make a small hole in the top, pour in the crème fresche and you take that first luscious mouthful. This is the place to take the one you are in love with or the place that will put you on the path to falling in love.

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El Bizcocho Address

Rancho Bernardo Inn, 17550 Bernardo Oaks Dr., San Diego, CA 92128 Tel: 858-685-8500
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.