Location: San Marcos
Top Restaurants in San Marcos
Top 10 restaurants in San Marcos, United States
San Marcos is a city in the North County region of San Diego County in the U.S. state of California. As of the 2010 census, the city's population was 83,781. It is the site of California State University San Marcos. The city is bordered by Escondido to the east, Encinitas to the southwest, Carlsbad to the west, and Vista to the northwest. Lake San Marcos is an enclave, or county island, in the southwestern part of the city, within San Marcos' sphere of influence but technically an unincorporated community.
Things to do in San Marcos
1. Mama Kat's Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 220 reviews
Reviewed By John R - Carlsbad, CA
Friendly people everywhere here. All want to help you enjoy every minute of your stay. Get there early especially on the weekends as it will have lines out the door waiting. One of my favorites I had this morning - Eggs Benedict- shaved honey baked ham, crispy english muffin, steamed eggs and all topped with a very special fresh home made tasting hollandaise.AND a great side of Hash browns crispy and full of flvour. Excellent never empty coffee mug. Try their pies and pastries. All fresh made and like home baked.
If you want the best at a reasonable price this is your place.
Enjoy,
2. Decoy Dockside Dining
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 32 reviews
Reviewed By Volker L - Murrieta, California
First timers, ended up doing Sunday brunch
We got there at 1:20, but they did really a nice job
Food was fresh and plentiful, loved the coffee and bottomless mimosas ( for Home that need it)
Great ambiance and location, friendly and knowledgeable staff.
Can’t wait to go back for dinner
3. Phil's BBQ
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 333 reviews
At Phils BBQ we combine the best barbecue, legendary service, and the biggest value to create a fast, casual, and fun experience. Our baby back, beef, and chicken dinners all come with your choice of sides, our most popular are the fresh cut fries and colossal onion rings! The full service bar features the tastiest craft beer in SD and tickers surround the restaurant so you can keep up with all your sports. We also cater! Phil's bbq has been awarded best bbq catering in SD year after year.
Reviewed By Julie K - White Bear Lake, Minnesota
We were traveling through area and friends recommended meeting here. The boneless ribs were so delicious (and not as messy as the rib rack my husband ordered, though he also enjoyed his choice)
Add tri-tips (thinly sliced sirloin) for an extra treat.
The sides were well prepared and not an afterthought. Great atmosphere in a comfortable booth. Wonderful time. We would return.
4. Fish House Vera Cruz
Overall Ratings
4 based on 251 reviews
Reviewed By Win679
This place was recommended to me during a business trip while in Vista, Ca. Was greeted and promptly seated at a table. They had a huge selection of seafood.......huge selection. My server was very attentive to my needs, checked on me regularly. I had the shrimp and halibut skewers with steamed broccoli and mashed potatoes. I came with buttery dip and very creamy tartar sauce that had to be freshly made. They even had a seafood market inside. I highly recommend this restaurant if you’re ever around Vista, Ca. If what you order is as good as mine, you’ll slap somebody.
5. Sublime Ale House
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 116 reviews
Reviewed By Lsura S
This place has a really cool vibe lots of beers and Ales on tap good food reasonably priced waitresses and bartenders here are very friendly
6. Money Pit
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 71 reviews
Reviewed By ExploringViking96 - San Diego, California
This is the one of the best burger/American fry joints around! The eclectic decorations and old bank setting is unique and fun, with the old vault door sticking out of the floor... the burgers are filling with tons of toppings, and the onion rings are the best! Now for the best part... It was really reasonable!!! You get a ton of food, and don't break the bank (ha ha) bring the whole gang here. By far my favorite place to grab a burger, rings, and shake!
7. ARA Lebanese Grill
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 42 reviews
Reviewed By coley5454
I eat here once a week, at least! the hummus here can't be topped and DO NOT pass up an opportunity to try the beef skewers--I swear they taste like filet mignon! This place is definitely my "go to" when I want amazing savory flavors, great grilled meats and that friendly service you get from a "mom and pops" shop.
8. The Bellows
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 52 reviews
Reviewed By jeannej77 - San Marcos, California
The Bellows brings the charm, sophisticated style, and gourmet food of a big city restaurant to San Marcos. Every item on the menu is delicious, service is excellent, and ambiance is upscale, relaxed and fun. I love it!
9. Love Boat Sushi
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 54 reviews
Reviewed By BFAT - New York City, New York
Delicious and fresh! Really enjoyed the sushi, the variety and the innovative choices. We ordered the Hurricane specialty roll and it was fantastic. Fresh and delicious. The only complaint is how small the restaurant is and tightly people are crowded in.
10. The Old Spaghetti Factory
Overall Ratings
4 based on 128 reviews
Reviewed By ploeb909 - Redlands, California
I really liked this restaurant. The staff was Very attentive and the bartender didn't skimp. Not many choices on that area of San Marcos,and yet the staff still gives you full attention as if they had many competitors for your business. Bathrooms could be s little cleaner,but overall really great!
