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    Veranda Fireside Lounge & Restaurant

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    429 reviews
    #4 of 4,203 Restaurants in San Diego
    $$ - $$$, Contemporary, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options
    17550 Bernardo Oaks Dr, Rancho Bernardo Inn, San Diego, CA 92128-2112
    +1 877-509-9512
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    Open Now:6:30 AM - 10:00 PM
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    4.5 429 reviews
    #4 of 4,203 Restaurants in San Diego
    Certificate of Excellence2015 - 2018 Winner
    RATINGS
    Food
    Service
    Value
    Atmosphere

    Food and ambience

    Local cuisine, Contemporary, Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options
    The Cobb salad was to die for!Also, the RBI Bread Pudding is amazing!
    Special occasions, Romantic, Scenic view, Large groups, Bar scene
    Our meal was a romantic dinner that was relaxed, delicious, and very, very me...Ambience was very romantic.

    Location and contact

    17550 Bernardo Oaks Dr Rancho Bernardo Inn, San Diego, CA 92128-2112
    Website
    Email
    +1 877-509-9512

    Menu

    DINING SPECIALS‎
    Try one of our daily seasonal specials
    Summer daily delights | 5 – 9 pm veranda fireside lounge & restaurant
    6.00
    Brew & a Bite
    Enjoy a craft draft & sloppy Joseph slider for just
    Try any 3 for 9.00
    House margaritas 5.00
    Tacos, Tacos, Tacos
    Choice of carne asada, pollo asada, or carnitas.
    28.00
    Prime Wednesdays
    Enjoy a 3-course all-you-can-eat prime rib dinner for
    10-18
    Tunes & Tastes
    Listen to a different local artist live each week creatively paired w/ small bites to match the mood.
    Adults 45.00
    Kids (ages 4-11) 18.00
    Lobster Boil
    Live artists accompanied by a buffet of build-your-own salad, a baked potato bar, lobster & housemade pies.
    Adults 34.00
    Kids (ages 4-11) 14.00
    Chill & Grill
    New choose from beef, chicken, fish or veggie skewers & buttery garlic bread to grill & season just the way you like. Plus feast from a buffet of build-your-own salad, a baked potato bar, & housemade pies. Kid-friendly grill options also available. You are the grill master!
    House wines by the glass 3.00
    Craft draft beer 4.00
    Sunday Sounds
    Live local music on veranda’s fireside patio.
    SPA SPECIALS‎
    Summer is here in full swing & by now your skin may be worn & craving a little rejuvenation. If so, or you have been looking for an excuse to experience our menu of treatments, now is the perfect time!
    Below are our latest spa specials that will nourish your body, skin & soul.
    Given our focus on seasonal ingredients, our “made fresh daily” limited-edition packages highlight what’s best right now. Each handcrafted package includes a complementary beverage plus a special “spa at home” body treat recipe from your spa therapist & our “food at home” recipe by our culinary expert, each letting you continue the spa experience after you’ve left us.
    185
    80-Minutes
    Lime Scrub
    Papaya & Cayenne Wrap
    Coconut Verbena Massage
    Served w/ a Refreshing Tropical Beverage
    150 Mon-Thurs
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    Sponsored by: Veranda Fireside Lounge & Restaurant

    Top 3 Reasons to Eat Here

    1. Family Dinner
    1. Family Dinner
    "The live music was very entertaining"
    jphsieh
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    2. Great Evening Outdoor Dining
    2. Great Evening Outdoor Dining
    "Food is fresh and seasonal"
    dbairdsd
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    3. Anniversary Weekend
    3. Anniversary Weekend
    "Service was excellent, food was delicious, ambiance was perfect"
    Renee C
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    Details

    About
    Inspired by the olive trees, gardens and villas that dot the Mediterranean coastline, the Veranda Fireside Lounge & Restaurant melds the classic and the unexpected, making it a place one simply has to experience. Add breathtaking golf course views and our award-wining resort service, and you've got a reason to stay all day. Fresh and modern, Veranda's seasonal menus feature Mediterranean cuisine with a Southern California twist. Each dish is designed by the our team of chefs using locally-sourced ingredients and the freshest possible proteins. Veranda is the perfect place to meet for a quick bite (try our house made guacamole or margherita pizza), dine under the stars or gather around the fire…
    PRICE RANGE
    $11 - $30
    Special Diets
    Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Gluten Free Options
    Meals
    Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Brunch
    CUISINES
    Contemporary
    FEATURES
    Seating, Waitstaff, Parking Available, Valet Parking, Free Off-Street Parking, Television, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Wine and Beer, Accepts American Express, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Accepts Discover, Takeout, Reservations, Buffet, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards
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    Reviewed 5 days ago
    Lunch at Veranda

    My husband and I had a quick lunch outside at Veranda and Emily D. was fantastic. Great ahi sandwich and burger and excellent service on a lovely day! She was very attentive while preparing a huge table for a special event.

    Date of visit: April 2019
    Thank HERNANDEZ_FAMILY2
    Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile
    Nice view

    Nice view made for a relaxing late business breakfast. Food was pretty good and so was the service. Liked the option for indoor or outdoor seating

    Date of visit: April 2019
    Thank gabrielm7727
    Reviewed 1 week ago
    RESTAURANT INSIDE RANCHO BERNARDO INN

    The Veranda Restaurant is inside the Rancho Bernardo Inn. There are tables inside and a large outdoor patio with fireplaces and heaters. We were there for breakfast and sat inside since it was a little cold outside, It was a Sunday and there was a...More

    Date of visit: April 2019
    Thank DarylJ552
    CassandraK273, General Manager at Veranda Fireside Lounge & Restaurant, responded to this reviewResponded 1 week ago

    Hello Daryl, Thank you for taking the time to provide your feedback, which I will be sure to share with the restaurant team. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back soon.

    Reviewed 1 week ago via mobile
    Breakfast with a view

    Inside of Rancho Bernardo inn , had breakfast, ordered off menu, they do offer a buffet also, food was very good except I had to send the sausage back as it was well done

    Date of visit: April 2019
    Thank Jlbod
    CassandraK273, General Manager at Veranda Fireside Lounge & Restaurant, responded to this reviewResponded 1 week ago

    Thank you for taking the time to share your rating. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back soon.

    Reviewed 1 week ago
    Relaxed lunch

    Lunch is always a delightful experience here. Sitting on the patio enjoying the delicious food and the superb service-always attentive but never rushed. Perfect place to bring visiting friends. Although we come mostly for lunch, dinners are also wonderful, regular menu as well as theme...More

    Date of visit: January 2019
    Thank Baja4guy
    CassandraK273, General Manager at Veranda Fireside Lounge & Restaurant, responded to this reviewResponded 1 week ago

    Thank you so much for the 5-Star review and for sharing your feedback here on TripAdvisor. We know you have many choices of wonderful restaurants here in San Diego, we are appreciative and delighted you chose to dine with us.

    Reviewed 2 weeks ago
    Quality food and service

    The food and service are always very good here. Special props to our server, Emily D, who was friendly and very attentive. The food prices are probably on the high side but for a luxury resort, that's not unusual.

    Date of visit: April 2019
    Thank CAW555
    CassandraK273, General Manager at Veranda Fireside Lounge & Restaurant, responded to this reviewResponded 1 week ago

    Thank you for sharing your recent dining experience. We are so pleased to hear the service Emily provided made for a memorable experience. We appreciate your kind words, and look forward to welcoming you again in the future.

    Reviewed 4 weeks ago
    Love this Restaurant!

    I've eaten here three times in the last week. Each time the food was wonderful, the view beautiful and the service great. Tonight we had great service from Vickie. She remembered me from past visits and treated us extremely well. I had the salmon which...More

    Date of visit: March 2019
    2  Thank Sharon D
    CassandraK273, General Manager at Veranda Fireside Lounge & Restaurant, responded to this reviewResponded 2 weeks ago

    Thank you for sharing your recent dining experience. We are so pleased to hear you enjoyed sitting on the Veranda Patio, and that you found the service and the view to be exceptional. We look forward to welcoming you again on your next visit.

    Reviewed 5 weeks ago
    Amazing Food

    This Restaurant offered a variety of food in a cozy indoor and outdoor environment. The food is delicious!

    Date of visit: March 2019
    Thank Sherida H
    CassandraK273, General Manager at Veranda Fireside Lounge & Restaurant, responded to this reviewResponded 2 weeks ago

    Thank you Sherida! We appreciate your patronage and look forward to your next visit!

    Reviewed March 13, 2019 via mobile
    Treat yo self

    I had a grueling week and decided to treat myself to the Rancho Bernardo Inn. I visited the spa for an invigorating massage with mimosas. After I was floating from massage I drifted over to the Veranda for some brunch. My server Jorge was beyond...More

    Date of visit: March 2019
    Thank Badbeach28
    CassandraK273, General Manager at Veranda Fireside Lounge & Restaurant, responded to this reviewResponded 2 weeks ago

    Thank you for taking the time to tell us about your recent dining experience. We are delighted to hear you enjoyed the cuisine and the atmosphere. I'll share your comments with the team, Jorge will appreciate the mention. We look forward to your next visit.

    Reviewed March 2, 2019
    Lauren Rocks, Great Experience at the Veranda

    Besides the good food and comfortable atmosphere at the Veranda, I was extremely pleased by how Lauren, the hostess, accommodated me and my family. Though it was my first time here, we were warmly greeted when we walked in. The hostess, Lauren, allowed us to...More

    Date of visit: March 2019
    Thank alash002
    CassandraK273, General Manager at Veranda Fireside Lounge & Restaurant, responded to this reviewResponded March 7, 2019

    Thank you for sharing your five star rating on Veranda. It is definitely the sincerity of warmth of our staff that gives us the ability to continually exceed the expectations of our guests. We appreciate you dining with us and look forward to your next...More

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    Quest501942
    April 8, 2019|
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    Response from CassandraK273 | Property representative |
    Hello, Thank you for your inquiry. We offer a variety of Spring/Summer Daily Delights. Prime Rib is not currently on our menu. We do have some other wonderful nightly offerings. On Sunday evenings our Chefs prepare a... More
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    December 22, 2015|
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    Response from Kevin C | Property representative |
    Hi Cathy, Valet Parking is included in part of the resort fees when you stay. Also, if you dine at AVANT, complimentary valet parking is provided. Please let me know if you have any other questions.
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