L'Auberge Del Mar is a Safe Bet in California's Del Mar

"Adelaide, the restaurant at L’Auberge Del Mar, is located on the hotel's back patio facing the ocean. It presents a menu crafted by executive chef James Montejano, a North County native, emphasizing 'California coastal cuisine.' The offerings include bluefin tuna tartare, chicken liver pate, steak tartare, and a unique Surf and Turf featuring A5 Miyazaki wagyu and butter-poached lobster. Montejano's approach highlights local seafood and produce, such as heirloom tomatoes from Valdivia Farms and avocados from Stehly Farms, while incorporating global influences like Thai-inspired pumpkin soup." - Abby Aguirre