Nick's Del Mar

Nick's Del Mar ALMOST has it all. The food is delicious, the atmosphere is really nice without being stuffy, the prices are on par with the quality of the food, and the servers are friendly. The only issue is that the service is a little...spotty? I'm talking about things like having to ask for water even though refills have been signaled by setting the empty glasses near the edge of the table, long waits between being checked on, and forgetting items here and there. It's not a big enough deal for me to miss out on amazing food in a cute restaurant, but it does take away from the experience a bit. Still, the food is great! I highly recommend the salmon. ♥

Food and vibes were excellent. The prime rib sandwich was delicious and equally as good was the rigatoni. The one thing that bothered me is when we ordered the spicy Rigatoni which was $25, we were asked if we wanted to add chicken. We said yes but what we didnt know is that it made the dish $40. When we asked our waiter he said the chicken was an extra $14 (which didnt add up to begin with) even though if you were to add chicken to a salad, it’s only $8. He asked if we need a manager to which i declined. Not a big deal, but kind of annoying that we had to find out this way.

Stopped in for my first time this past weekend and honestly really enjoyed it. I am from San Diego but live in Los Angeles now and this place really reminds me a lot of Honor Bar and Hillstone. It’s a really high-end traditional American cuisine in a really bright and open space. The menu has a lot of great options on it and our server was very polite. It’s inside a shopping center and there is a multi story free parking garage attached. For my dinner, I chose the Classic Ribeye Melt and thought it was fantastic. The Parmesan crusted bread was one of the selling points for me and I thought it was honestly really good. All of their drinks were great and I already want to come back again soon to try more items. I would recommend.

Nicks in Del Mar is a go to dinner spot when I travel. I get the Fried chicken breast with sausage gravy, biscuit, mashed potatoes, and grilled corn and it’s delicious! You get two large chicken breast, so it’s a shareable portion if that’s what you’re looking for! Also had the fried deviled eggs that hit the spot as an appetizer. I would give 4.5 stars if I could but only because their IPA draft choices aren’t great… if they can bring in a delicious IPA with tropical notes, message me for recs Nicks, this would be a 5 star visit. Great dinner spot!

We love Nick's Del Mar -- have eaten there many times! Usually the service is awesome; food and drinks are always good. Favorite dishes include: buttermilk fried chicken (serves two as it comes with two full boneless chicken breasts; if we share, we order an additional side of mashed potatoes); Chicken piccata (again, a large portion with two boneless chicken breasts) -- so good! The Chilean sea bass and blackened fish sandwich are favorites as well. I recommend making reservations, but they do take walk-ins.

I had the slice ribeye sandwich, it was delicious and the Butter Cake was amazing and a large portion. The star of the show was the asparagus, it was so good.

Delicious - that’s the word I’d use if someone asked me to describe this restaurant in one word. I’ve been here three times, and every time, the food has been excellent - everything I’ve ordered has been very tasty. I love Cioppino 🤌🤌, enjoyed their meatloaf on a cold, rainy day, and was seriously impressed with their California salad, very, very good if you like sweet salads with nuts. Their famous Butternut Cake is also amazing. I appreciate that Nick’s offers real, healthy food for kids: steak or salmon, just in a smaller portion. I also like friendly service. As for the atmosphere, it’s not the main focus here. The space is simple, not much decor here, although the lighting is pretty, but i wouldn’t call this restaurant beautiful. If the weather is nice, outdoor seating is a great option, and it’s much cozier there.

I've been wanting to try this place for so long. It did not disappoint. Everything we ordered was bomb. We had the salmon, the steak and the butter cake. It was perfect.

Any time I need a good meal, I head over to Nick's Del Mar. Now I will tell you that I've been to many different Nick's. There's one in Pasadena for example that is absolutely amazing. This Nick's in One Paseo is better than the one in Carlsbad for more upscale dining. They both have meatloaf. But it's just different. At this location they even polish their glasses. Very cool. So Chef Patsy and I thought we would take a little trip over for an early dinner. She order's the Bistro Plate. This is a petit filet mignon, topped with steak butter. She orders it medium rare and it comes out, just as she likes it. Garlic toast and a petit bistro salad. It also comes with soup, but she says: "Just give me more salad instead." And they do just that. She's a happy eater. I get the hamburger. I rarely eat a hamburger, but this is my 'cheat' day so I'm going for the gold .... with fries. So good. Patsy says: "I love their warm butter cake." She gets that and I go for the hot fudge sundae. You can't beat the food here, especially on an over indulgent eating day! So glad this is in the neighborhood. And during the week, you can always go first to South of Nick's next door for their happy hour that starts at 3pm. This is a restaurant you can come to over and over again. I know I will, Chef Marian

I've been coming to Nick's Del Mar since it opened, and it's always been one of my go-to spots. The food is consistently great, and the service has always matched -- until this last visit. Unfortunately, our waitress was noticeably rude and snappy. She rushed us to order, and when I politely asked if our dishes could be paced out, her response was, "I've been working here for three years -- I know!" Instead of making us feel welcome, she made us feel like a burden for even asking. When we requested extra dressing, it felt like we were bothering her. It got to the point where we didn't even want to ask for more water because we didn't want to deal with her attitude again. Oddly, the only time she was friendly was when she dropped off the check. I'm hoping this was just a bad day, but in hospitality, attitude matters. I still love Nick's and will be back -- but I do hope the staff is reminded that customer service is just as important as the food.

Nick's Del Mar is my preferred Nick's even over their OG spot in Laguna. It's tucked away in Del Mar at One Paseo already making it easier to park and snag a quick table. Superb patty melt Perfect spare ribs Kudos to the staff for being super on it, friendly, and elevating the experience every time I visit.

Stopped by Nicks for a quick lunch with a friend and ordered their Bistro plate for $29 that consisted of a petite filet mignon, topped with steak butter served on garlic toast, petite bistro salad, and a cup of soup that was spicy lentil and vegetable. The service is top notch as always and the steak was cooked perfectly and just the right size for a lunch. The soup was also delicious, could have come out a bit warmer but I won't dock any points for that. The lentils were cooked to the right consistency and the spice in the soup just elevated everything. Have been coming here for years but never took the time to write a review till today. Will definitely be coming back again for the Thai salad next time.

Stopped in for my first time this past weekend and honestly really enjoyed it. I am from San Diego but live in Los Angeles now and this place really reminds me a lot of Honor Bar and Hillstone. It's a really high-end traditional American cuisine in a really bright and open space. The menu has a lot of great options on it and our server was very polite. It's inside a shopping center and there is a multi story free parking garage attached. For my dinner, I chose the Classic Ribeye Melt and thought it was fantastic. The Parmesan crusted bread was one of the selling points for me and I thought it was honestly really good. All of their drinks were great and I already want to come back again soon to try more items. I would recommend.

Absolutely amazing. From the old fashioned, to the sea bass, to the banana cream pie, everything was a delight. Old fashioned was expertly made and came from the recommendation of our waiter. The sea bass was very simple and not too seasoned, which I definitely liked, let the fish shine through. Partly dessert was incredible, such a perfectly done banana cream pie, every oyster completed the other. The patio was great, not too loud and easy to have a conversation

Good spot, consistent food, attentive service in a nice location. We sat outside on a Sunday and able to get easy 1:30 reservations. We shared fries and asparagus fries with several dipping sauces. I ordered a fish sandwich with their squash vegetable side. Paired it with a glass of white wine that the server recommended and gave me a small tasting before pouring the entire glass. Later I did a flat rose. My friends ordered salad. The desserts looked great but we passed. I also got a French dip to go. Nicks is a good go to with food and a variety you can trust. It's always been on point and hasn't let me down.

I've walked by this restaurant for years and always wondered why it's so packed. I finally went last week for a birthday lunch and the food was fantastic for lunch time. We were seated with a table for six at lunchtime outside. Server was wonderful. The starters were great. The asparagus fries were original and delicious. The tuna tartare was the highlight and loved the wontons that came with it. The spinach and artichoke dip was also good. I got the bistro plate which comes with the petite filet mignon (it's truly tiny) which was a good mix of salad and soup and meat on bread. The cioppino was fantastic. Pork ribs were okay.

Really enjoyed our dinner. Great indoor /outdoor ambiance and decor. The servers we encountered were nice and bubbly. The food mightve been our best meal while visiting the area for the week. My husband had the porkchop, while I opted for the baby back ribe. BOTH were delicious! For dessert I had the butter cake, which definitely rivaled that of one of my favorite restaurants Maestro's, so yes it was delicious! We also did happy hour and apps at South of Nick's and everything was great there as well. Next time im in the area I'll definitely be back!

Food was good, just OK. Servings are chintzy for the big price. Ambiance is great. Service was very good. I would say that the place is what I'm paying for. It had a higher rating than the place i know was better, but on a whim went here. Nice parking though and felt safe in the area. Young folks frolicking in different eateries.

What a nice find around Del Mar/Carmel valley area. Came here with my teammates for a business lunch meeting. I ordered the prime rib dip sandwich and it was unctious and delish. Just full of umami flavor and love the use of a brioche bun. The red wine au jus was a perfect compliment. Also had the asparagus fries and it was crunchy and good portion!! Would definitely come back here!!

Nick's has been one of my favorite restaurants for years. The food is always delicious, the drinks on point and the service is (almost) always excellent. We've gone there for celebrations as well as "just because." We like sitting on the covered patio the best, and do wish there was more seating available out there. Reservations are the way to go; they take walk-ins if you don't mind waiting. We've really enjoyed almost everything we eaten there, but my favorite menu item is the chicken piccata. SO GOOD. This dish (and the awesome fried chicken) comes with two boneless chicken breasts, plenty to share or take half home. If you share, be sure to order an additional side of mashed potatoes! We discovered (quite by accident) years ago that the butter cake is a must for dessert. However, we just recently shared a banana cream pie, which was delicious!

We had a fantastic meal the other day. We ordered the deviled eggs, asparagus fries, blackened fish sandwich and finished with the Buttercake, which was amazing. The service was top notch and we enjoyed the casual elegance of the space.

First thing you need to know is do not mistakenly walk into South of Nick's when you are trying to get to Nick's. Same restaurant family, and easy to confuse the two if you are coming from the parking lot or garage. South of Nick's is the Mexican kitchen and bar. Nick's Del Mar is all about classic American comfort. In terms of ambiance, the restaurant features a beautifully designed space with a glass-enclosed dining room. There is a sizable indoor-outdoor island bar and a heated patio. Overall, the atmosphere is welcoming and polished. But, goodness me, this place gets very busy and a bit loud. Overall, I find the team there to be quite attentive and offering mostly friendly service. The menu offers a mix of comfort-driven dishes and fresh, high-quality ingredients. The deviled eggs were an absolute disappointment, however. The bacon was a miss, and did not taste right given the delicate flavors of the egg. But other signature items on the menu include the asparagus fries, pan-seared salmon, baby back ribs and Chilean sea bass. Hands down, my absolute favorite item on the menu is the Original Ribeye Melt. The sandwich is bold in flavor and indulgent in every single bite. The sliced ribeye is both tender and stacked -- it's a hefty sandwich. The melted Swiss cheese and sweet-savory red wine onions, all drizzled with a tangy mustard bacon sauce, perfectly rounds out the flavor. All that, and Nick's opted to add crispy Parmesan sourdough. Golden and grilled to absolute perfection. It costs about $25 and is worth the price every single time.

5/5. 10/5 if it was the scale. Honestly this place is so amazing! We were invited to come here by friends to celebrate me and my partner engagement and Nicks made it such a beautiful experience. I honestly went in blind, no googling or menu searching prior and that even added to the amazing experience. I wasn't sure what to expect and I was blow away with the customer service. We enjoyed the following: Asparagus fries and Thai salad for appetizers Shared 8oz filet with loaded baked potato and asparagus for entree . Jalapeno watermelon marg for me . All were delicious and filling. I would say this is a classier establishment with a laidback vibe. There is plenty of seating and there is a bar side and dining side. Also the bathroom smells phenomenal. I recommend ! Make a reservation!

Yes been going there for over 20 yrs! Great ambiance, ocean views, lovely staff. Impeccable menu. Try the specials!

Nick's Del Mar located in the One Paseo shopping center brings a chic dining experience with upscale food, great service, and a comfortable, classy environment. They specialize in steak and seafood options, and also offer one of the best kids meals we've seen. We dined here for lunch and were very pleased with the options and thoroughly enjoyed every item we ordered and for lunch, they were also very filling. Their steak was cooked to perfection (the perfect med-rare) Parents: Although they don't have an actual kids menu or coloring sheets and crayons, they do have a kids menu that the servers can list out (pasta, steak, chicken tenders were some of the options - they all come with fries, carrot sticks and ranch). They also have multiple options for seating for the younger kids (high chair or a seat that attaches to the table), which was nice. We ordered: Bacon Deviled Eggs (must get!) Original Ribeye Melt The Prime Rib Dip with their side of the day (roasted brussel sprouts with balsamic glaze, pancetta, and candied walnuts) *** The horseradish cream was Kids chicken tenders with fries, carrot sticks, and ranch (huge portion and the plate separated out each item) They also have a Mexican inspired restaurant called South of Nick's that we can't wait to try!

TIP: If you dine here for your birthday, they will include a small birthday cake! The soup of the day happened to be clam chowder and was absolutely delicious--rich, creamy, and perfectly seasoned. Definitely one of the better chowders I've had in a while. The ribs are also a must have. The meat was so tender it literally fell off the bone with each bite. If you're a fan of ribs, these are a must-try. The vibe here is great, and the service was attentive. Definitely worth a visit if you're in Del Mar.

Food: 3/10 Service: 7/10 Ambiance: 9/10 Hmmm. I was honestly a bit disappointed with this place. I forgot to take photos but we got their most popular sandwich and baby back ribs, but I'd say the ribs were very average and the sandwich was below average. The sandwich was too sweet and too salty in the wrong ways and I didn't even want to togo it. The place is beautiful, but I wish the food was just a little better

Quick and efficient service. food was absolutely excellent. Best ribs ive ever had, fall of the bone literally. I could tell it was good quality food too as I didnt feel groggy after. Price point isnt outrageous either! Would definitely recommend and go again!

This place? Straight-up seductive. I came for a sandwich, and I left emotionally attached. The ribeye steak sandwich wasn't just good -- it was filthy in the best way. Juicy, tender, seasoned like it knew what it was doing. I felt like I needed a cigarette afterward and I don't even smoke. The kids? Silenced. Fed. Happy. I don't know what kind of sorcery they put in the burger but my kids sat still for a full five minutes -- so I'll be back weekly. The cake? Oh, the cake. Moist, sweet, and just disrespectful in how good it was. I made noises I usually reserve for special occasions. And then there's Caroline -- our waitress. She was amazing. Fast, funny, and handled my chaotic family like a pro. If service were a language, she's fluent. 10/10, no notes. I'd Uber Eats the ribeye just to whisper sweet nothings to it in my car.

Elegant modern American restaurant in One Paseo. The ambiance is lively and can get busy, but it's suitable for any occasion. I've been here multiple times, and have enjoyed my experience each visit. This time we started with the artichoke and spinach dip appetizer. The chips are the same as what they serve at South of Nick's, their sister restaurant - very crispy with just the right amount of salt. The flavor leans more on the spinach side than artichoke, and the texture has a nice creamy texture. The aged cheddar added a robust richness to the dip which I really enjoyed. It comes with a small amount of sour cream and salsa as well, which were fine but nothing special. I'd say the dip and the bacon deviled eggs are my top 2 favorite appetizers here. For my main entree, I had the San Francisco cioppino. In general, I find places that serve cioppino struggle with overcooking the seafood - this was probably my 3rd time ordering it here, and it has never been the case. The salmon and sea bass have always been tender and flaky, and the shrimp, mussels, and clams are also tender and not rubbery. The tomato broth is rich, but light and very enjoyable. It comes with a loaf of garlic sourdough which is perfect for soaking up the broth as you eat. The portion is pretty generous as well; I've never finished all of the broth even though it's easy to eat. Service has always been great with my visits. The wait staff are attentive, and they offer hot towel service upon request. Overall I was very happy with my experience, and will definitely keep coming back.

Nick's Del Mar is in the One Paseo shopping mall in Carmel Valley (not Del Mar). Basic decor with an indoor-outdoor bar with a lot of outdoor seating. Picked two good seats at the bar for my friend and I. Very interesting and good cocktails. Small wine list with a decent number of wines by the glass. A number if beers on tap though I didn't try any. Food was very good. Tuna tartare and Spicy Thai salad, Both were excellent. My friend was very happy with his steak and baked potato. In the past I've had the asparagus fries which are very good. Even the kids loved them. Service was quite good with multiple bartenders taking care of us through the evening. Solid restaurant.

We love Nick's! This was our first time visiting this location and they were out of so many things the night we came. A white wine we wanted and at least 2 appetizers we asked about. No big deal we found something else on the menu and everything was delicious! Service was great and attentive. You have to get the chicken piccata and the prime rib dip! They are amazing!!

Amazing food and amazing service. Really chic place for a date night. The tuna tartare is wonderful, and I would strongly recommend it as a starter. Also, loved the steak and potatoes as well as their mocktails. The spicy thai salad, however, left something to be desired. It was good but it kinda looked like a mess just plopped on a plate. To be quite honest, between the ambiance, the quality of the food, and the service, this place is reasonably priced!

Absolutely fantastic restaurant. Not only is it a clean and beautiful restaurant with classy ambiance, but the service is also top-notch. Our hostess and waitress were both warm, friendly and very helpful. Add to that how excellent the food is (at a fair price) and it's just one of my favorite places in the area. I highly recommend the Bistro Plate, because wow! That filet mignon is delicious. Also some really killer iced tea. Well done, guys!

We celebrate my daughter's Birthday at Nick's Del Mar. The food was amazing, the service is impeccable. Thank you for a great experience.

It was a trifecta experience as this was the last of the 3 restaurants that I went to while in town for work of which the day before I ate at the sister restaurant South of Nick's.. Arriving around 4:30 pm , I snagged a seat at the bar and initially wanted the meatloaf entree but asked if they could sub the carrots and asparagus with another vegetable or just have all carrots. I was told no substitutions which I thought that was quite strange for a simple request that I'm certain other patrons have asked many a time. I ended up ordering the Chilean sea bass as the veggies were sautéed garlic spinach with slivered almonds. Fish was prepared perfectly moist and along with the veggies and mashed potato. Overall 4 stars and it would have been 5 if it was not for the no substitution rule.

Very good steaks here, great atmosphere. Im leaving a review specifically because the service is outstanding. Everyone on staff here is on point. I had 4 different people asking myself and friend if we needed anything. But they didn't get annoying; they just patiently watch and know when to ask, refill water, quietly slip in the check, know exactly when youre ready to pay, etc. These people have Jedi senses for service.

The food was good absolutely no complaints! However the outside seating area was unable to be enjoyed. There was a Great Dane tied to the Butchery's back door. Which had no owner near by or water or food. The dog was watching us, for our entire meal. ( I was there for two hours, and the dog was there before us). In the middle of my meal due to how uncomfortable I was watching the dog. I left my seat and went to ask the butchery shop if they knew about it and they responded the owner comes regularly and should be sitting at the bar. I then asked my server about the issue and she said she'd let someone know. At this point I lost my appetite and didn't finish my meal. I was then approached by a woman who claimed to be someone in charge. Who then tried to reassure me that the dog was okay and the owner is at the bar aware of her dog. Personally this is seen as unethical and flat out wrong. No one should be allowed to tie their dog up and leave to drink. I was uncomfortable knowing the dog was sitting there getting tangled in its own leash while its owner was drinking glasses of wine. I was even more uncomfortable knowing that the establishment allows this to happen, OFTEN. It is very clear they care about the money they get rather than the service they provide. I will not be returning and I will be making others aware, any form animal cruelty is wrong. SB 1578, otherwise known as the tethering law, makes it illegal to tether, fasten, chain, tie or restrain a dog to a doghouse, tree fence or any other stationary object for more than three hours in a 24-hour period. As I stated before I was there for two hours and the dog was there for longer. It should be known that staff and the owner of the dog are negligent and compliant with how this dog is treated. If this happened anywhere other than Del Mar there would be consequences, please hold people accountable.

Finally got to try Nick's Del Mar. My friend had just retired as chief marketing officer of a very large restaurant chain. So I wanted to take her somewhere fun with good service and good food. This checked all the blocks and we were blown away with the amazing service. I absolutely loved the bistro salad and the fact that they accommodated a request to double up the salad and skip the soup on their bistro special. Everybody enjoyed their meals, and they even provided a complementary dessert for my friend's retirement. Love the overhead heat lamps and also wine is reasonably priced. I can see why it's crowded even on weeknights for a 5 PM dining reservation. If I lived in the neighborhood, this would be my regular place to go.

Probably the best spot in the area. The swordfish sandwich is a standout, but everything I've tried on the menu delivers on both flavor and presentation. Service is always on point, the facilities are well-kept, and parking at One Paseo is never an issue. Prices are fair given the quality and location.

We had came here to celebrate a bday on a weekday. Surprisingly the restaurant was packed. The staff was quite courteous and helpful in choosing items in the menu. The food itself is more on the simple side but they make everything with quality ingredients. I really enjoyed the chicken Picatta and the fig old fashion. The ambiance feels a bit more high end so it's perfect for a date spot.

We had a really nice intimate dinner here. The food was delicious, the ambiance was elegant, and the service was excellent! We ordered the cioppino, halibut, Thai chicken salad, loaded potato skins with caviar, and spinach dip. Everything was delish!

Cozy ambiance with a modern vibe. Dined here for a work dinner and ordered a Nick's Mai Tai which was topped with a lilikoi (passionfruit) foam. I visited Hawaii earlier this year and stopped at Monkeypod which is famous for inventing the lilikoi foam and this was my first time seeing in the mainland since visiting Hawaii. Nick's mai tai was tasty and the foam was pretty good too. I kept it on theme and ordered a macadamia nut crusted halibut which was pretty good as well. The macadamia nuts were super finely crushed so I didn't get any large crunchy nut pieces as I usually have with others. It was very cold outside but they enclose their patio and have the heaters on so outside seating was comfortable.

We had an excellent salad and steak sandwich for lunch on a Saturday afternoon. It was hot so sitting inside was great with AC. Service was great too.

Love going to Nick's and South of Nick's. Spicy Thai salad is the best, so is their special ribeye sandwich and the best dessert out there, the butter cake. Everything else is solid and worth the trip to One Paseo.

server: may i recommend the spicy thai salad? me: sounds lovely. let's make it pop with some ribeye ...say less

I'd been suspicious of this place (very pricey, loud One Paseo) and liked it more than I expected to. The portions are huge, the food is tasty. With $42-ish entrees, though, it's not really fine dining - it's like a very noisy bistro. I decided the right way to describe it is: upscale LA/Orange County chain restaurant with steak, seafood and cocktails. It's people-pleasing in an upscale comfort food way but still very tasty. And it's noisier and with a more casual vibe than Seasons 52 though it's pricier. PATIO: This was not my favorite patio. It's not a true patio; part of one wall is open to the walkway in One Paseo, but the other parts are covered with plastic window treatments. So if you're trying to be COVID-safe this is more like indoor dining with some air. It's also super noisy, but we still had a nice time. SERVICE: Extremely nice and professional, from the hostesses to the bussers. Natalya took our water orders and was really nice. Our server seemed sweet but had the quietest voice - which was hard on this very noisy patio. If I had heard her name, I could encourage the manager to tell her to not whisper! COCKTAIL: Got the BLACK AND BLUE MOJITO. Tasty drink, fruit muddled well, super weak, I think. (I enjoyed it very much but felt no buzz!). They topped me off with some complimentary club soda since I had lots of the muddled fruit left once the lime juice/"rum" in the drink was gone. APPETIZERS: We were both very happy with our apps. SO got the soup of the day, which was a puréed French onion soup (so a different texture, with no onion pieces, but apparently very delicious. He was very happy. I got the PETITE BISTRO SALAD, with champagne vinaigrette (usually it comes with a mustard bacon dressing). HUGE and delicious. Since I'd been wary of this place, that told me why people like it here. Only $9 too. You could meet a friend here for lunch with that & maybe add on some fish or chicken and be very happy. ENTREES: SO got chicken piccata ($27). I got the sea bass ($42). (SO had been given a gift card - why not use it up?). Both portions were *huge* and came with mashed potatoes. I really liked the sauteed spinach and the seabass itself (which had a nice carmelized crust). And they were both *hot* which I appreciate (lukewarm food is annoying). The mashed potatoes, though, were hella salty. #StillIAteThem, but now I feel bloated. My SO said "those mashed potatoes were so salty" was one of my most repeated sentences after the meal LOL. SO loved his chicken piccata. DESSERT: I was already full (did I mention there were a lot of mashed potatoes and they were salty?). But SO decided to get the famous butter cake. The butter cake is HUGE and warm - but also SO sweet. Way too sweet even for my SO who likes less-subtle desserts than I do... #StillIAteTooMuchOfIt (are you noticing a theme?). Like the mashed potatoes, it was nice warm comfort food and with a good texture, even if we both kept saying "this is way too sweet." I noticed that other people got sourdough bread, which looked very beautiful. It wasn't listed on the menu to order & no one brought us any. It's just as well (did I mention the mashed potatoes were SALTY & I'm bloated). But just a note that maybe someone forgot ours. Overall, my SO was crazier about this place than I was. Not a big fan of the patio, and the giant portions made it too easy to eat past being full. But I liked my cocktail; loved my salad; and the seabass itself was excellent. Staff is nice too. I wish the patio was more open-air! I am not positive if I'll come back but SO will definitely do business or friend lunches here - and I'm glad to see if it was better than I was expecting!

It's my first time here. We tried three different sandwiches, and all of them were delicious. I'll definitely come back soon.

Pleasantly surprised. Normally I don't expect much other than overpriced and underportioned food from places like these, but this one was good. We had the blackened fish sandwich, pork chop, and asparagus fries. All were good. Pork chop especially was excellent.

Came here to celebrate a family member's birthday. I had the mahi mahi sandwich and was blown away by the portion size! It tasted fresh and flavorful. Th fish was cooked perfectly. We had the asparagus fries which were crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. For dessert we tried the butter cake, it was decadent, but not overpowering because the ice cream balanced it out. I'd recommend trying the butter cake if you like the blend of warm and cool textures! The restaurant has a pretty atmosphere, perfect for a nice dinner out or date night! The server was attentive and the food came out quickly.

Had an amazing dinner at Nicks Del Mar. Started off with a Jalapeño watermelon margarita that was super fresh and tasty. Had the spinach artichoke dip as an appetizer. I've never had it sever before with sour cream and salsa- but mixed the three and it was pretty tasty! We happened to sit near the kitchen and had the opportunity of checking out what many of the dishes looked like before we ordered. Right off the bat I saw the chicken piccata and was sold! I contemplated the fried chicken and the bistro plate but decided to stick with my initial thought and order the chicken piccata. I'm glad I did. Not only was the dish flavorful and delicious it was a lot of food! The chicken was super tender and the mashed potatoes perfectly whipped! My husband got the seafood cioppino and we shared! Oh my goodness! That was an awesome bowl of seafood. It had quite a few mussels, a couple clams, white fish, shrimp, and salmon. The sauce was really good! Relaxed and enjoyed a Spicy Passion Fruit Martini while digesting my plentiful dinner! The service was great, the restaurant clean and good at atmosphere! I'll definitely be back and most likely try the fried chicken or bistro plate! We came around 4:30

Date night success. We normally do not go out for Valentines but decided to make a reservation a month in advance for Nicks. It was recommended to us from coworkers. Great service as we arrived early and they took us in. Delicious drinks and food. I had the Pan Seared Scottish Salmon with capers. So yummy cooked amazingly with the garlic spinach side. My fiancés new favorite dish was the Prim Rib and Dip. 100% will be back for future date nights. We couldn't leave without desert. Whiskey cake for the win.

Awesome all the way around! Have read good things about Nick's so my friends and I finally tried it. It did not disappoint. The restaurant itself is very cozy with indoor and outdoor seating. Our server was Ryan and he was fantastic! He was friendly and very attentive to us. Staff came by regularly to check on us. We ordered the prime rib dip sandwich, chicken piccata, cioppino, salad with salmon and the deviled eggs for an appetizer. ALL of the dishes were delicious! It's a great place to go with a group or on a date. We'll definitely go back again.

SERVICE - A+ Every server we've ever encountered has been friendly and efficient! Ambiance - Nice casual atmosphere. Burger- yummy ; Sea bass - very good. My disappointment was with the Tai salad! Why did you change it? I've been getting it for years and now it's mostly noodles! It might seem wrong to drop stars for my complaint. ...but the old salad was one of the reasons I come here. I loved that crunchy yumminess. :'-/ I need to find another restaurant

We had a wonderful time at Nick's Del Mar. The food was fantastic and the service was excellent! Our server was very attentive. We ordered the asparagus fries, the blackened fish sandwich and the butter cake for dessert, which was awesome! We will definitely return the next time we are in San Diego.

HELLO NICK. WE MEET AGAIN. (4 stars) Nick is a SoCal kind of dude. Haven't ran into Nick since the encounter in Long Beach in 8yrs. But glad to have cross paths with Nick this far south in SoCal. - FOOD: good - PRICE: fair - SERVICE: excellent - AMBIANCE: small but bright and open. very Delmar. everybody looked retired with Botox and came from either the spa or the golf course :: SIPPIES AND BITES :: BLACK AND BLUE MOJITO ($16) - rumhaven rum, muddled blackberries & blueberries, mint, lime. Beautiful pop of color. It was very berry good and easy to drink. I didn't get any sense of rum and the fruits were nicely and heavily muddled in, I guess it helped requesting "extra berry flavor". HIGHLY RECOMMEND THE PRIME RIB DIP ($24) - "until we're out" seasoned and slow roasted daily, thinly sliced, mayonnaise, red wine au jus, served on a brioche bun. Choice of French fries, market vegetables, petite bistro salad, or warm potato salad - I went for the French fries. Portion was generous and I could only eat half the sandwich. The sandwich is good but not amazing. The brioche bun is a little dry and very crumbly and when dunked into the au jus it easily falls apart and pieces of the bun start swimming in the au jus. The prime rib were nicely sliced thin, perfect for that kind of dunk-and-eat sandwich but felt the flavor was bland as if there was something missing. But the overall bite of bun, prime rib, and au jus was enjoyable and I felt satisfied. The fries were nice and crispy and I loved the white sauce it came with. RECOMMEND Can't wait to come back and try other sandwiches. Until the next review...

Nick's has a great ambiance -- relaxed but still lively. The service is friendly and quick without feeling rushed. The fried asparagus is perfectly crispy and delicious . The chicken sandwich is simple but done really, really well. Definitely a spot worth coming back to!