Del Mar This Month
November 11
Bing Crosby Party
Kitchen 1540 at L’Auberge Del Mar
November 18–20
Del Mar Antique Show & Sale
Del Mar Fairgrounds
Cucina Enoteca
The two-story spin-off of Bankers Hill’s Cucina Urbana includes a restaurant (don’t miss the burrata vasi appetizer and divine pizzas), wine shop, and lush garden patio. Sunday brunch includes an entrée and an antipasti buffet.
2730 Via de la Valle
Cafe Secret
Launched by two Peruvian natives, Secret features authentic cuisine from their South American homeland, like an organic quinoa tamale and lomito saltado with grass-fed fillet.
1140 Camino Del Mar
Neighborhood Guide: Del Mar
Van de Vort
Van de Vort
Hip, Insta-glam worthy clothes and accessories with a bohemian vibe fill the racks at this boutique. Next door, check out Mini Market for cool baby and kids attire.
2710 Via de la Valle
Neighborhood Guide: Del Mar
Stratford Court Cafe
Stratford Court Cafe
Set in an early-1900s Cape Cod–style home, the tucked-away Stratford has a charming, dog-friendly patio with breakfast and lunch served all day.
1307 Stratford Court
Beesalt Balcony
Named after a Grecian legend about bees who produce salt rather than honey, this ocean-view restaurant serves Mediterranean classics like chicken souvlaki and phyllo-wrapped spinach and feta. Plus, baklava ice cream cake!
1201 Camino Del Mar
Brick15
Coffee shop by day, live music venue by night, Brick15 hosts acoustic concerts and weekly open mic nights.
915 Camino Del Mar
Powerhouse Park and Seagrove Park
They are everything you’d want in a park, including grassy spaces for picnics, a near-perfect stretch of beach, and summer concerts.
Coast Boulevard near 15th Street
Neighborhood Guide: Del Mar
Tasting Room
Tasting Room
The cozy restaurant focuses on pairing small plates with their long list of beer and wines, curated by sommelier Rusti Gilbert, who previously worked at Addison and The Cork and Craft.
1435 Camino Del Mar
Prepkitchen
Simple and fresh is the mantra at this seasonal American spot. Try the rabbit tagliatelle with garlic cream, or chilaquiles at brunch. They also host daily happy hours from 10 p.m. to midnight.
1201 Camino Del Mar
Neighborhood Guide: Del Mar
Hula Pie at Jake’s Del Mar
Jake’s Del Mar
Seafood is the main attraction, but don’t forget the beautiful ocean view, mai tais, and famous Hula Pie dessert, a blend of macadamia nut ice cream, hot fudge, nuts, and whipped cream.
1660 Coast Boulevard
Neighborhood Guide: Del Mar
Cucina Enoteca | Photo by Hun Minoda
