La Jolla Village News Reader's Choice Awards 2016: Best Restaurants by San Diego Community Newspaper Group

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2 0 1 6 La Jolla’s Top Picks of 2016 A La Jolla-centric website says there are 94 restaurants in the Village. That’s just about one venue for every 500 residents. If all those people spent an hour eating a meal at each place, they’d have covered all of them in a little under 12 days. This is to say that La Jolla realistically can never have enough eateries to keep everyone satisfied over an extended period of time – so let’s be happy that not everybody has the same taste in food or décor or price or the same level of desire to eat out every day. We’d be overrun. But we do just fine in terms of restaurant variety and scope, thankyouverymuch – and as this installment of our Readers Choice Awards reflects, you’re the reason for that. Asian fusion, American, seafood, barbecue, desserts, coffeehouse fare: You like everything and anything, weighing in with a vengeance on topics ranging from price to locale. You delight at our finest culinary creations from some of the world's most highly regarded chefs, who build inspired menus from resources just miles away — from our ocean

and our fertile farmlands — and create some of the best local fare to be had. Your list within includes those so notable that recognition was necessary. Locals have taken the time to let us know where the best dining experiences can be had in La Jolla, and we listened. We tallied the votes over several months and highlighted those that go above and beyond to make our community the gourmet haven that it is. La Jolla Village News thanks the readers who took the time to speak out about which dining establishments they think deserve to be singled out, and we would especially like to thank the winners who work so hard to hone their craft. Use this list to revisit an old favorite or perhaps try somewhere new that’s getting rave reviews. And when you happen upon one of those topnotch restaurants proudly displaying its Readers Choice Award, take a moment to let them know how much you appreciate what they do. — Martin Jones Westlin Editor, La Jolla Village News

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Congratulations to the following businesses who were chosen by the readers of the La Jolla Village News. Readers were asked to cast ballots for their favorite choices. This was no simple task! With more than 70 categories, our readers came through with overwhelming response. We wish to thank all the readers who took the time to recognize these businesses that do so much to make La Jolla, Bird Rock and University City such wonderful communities.

WINNER OVERALL RESTAURANT OVERALL SERVICE NEW RESTAURANT AMERICAN APPETIZER ASIAN FUSION ATMOSPHERE BAGEL BAKERY BAR BBQ BEER SELECTION BURRITO BURGER BREAKFAST CAFE CATERING COFFEE SHOP COMFORT FOOD CHEF CHINESE DELI DESSERTS DINNER FAMILY RESTAURANT FAST FOOD MEXICAN FISH TACO FISH & CHIPS FRENCH GELATO GREEK HAPPY HOUR HEALTHY DINING ICE CREAM INDIAN ITALIAN KOREAN LATE NIGHT EATERY LIVE MUSIC LUNCH MARGARITA MARTINI MEDITERRANEAN MEXICAN OCEAN VIEW OMELETTE ORGANIC PATIO DINING PASTRY PHO PET FRIENDLY RESTAURANT PLACE TO GO ON A BUDGET PLACE FOR A BIRTHDAY PARTY PLACE TO PEOPLE WATCH PIZZA ROMANTIC SALAD BAR SALAD SANDWICH SEAFOOD SPECIALTY DRINK SPORTS BAR STEAK SUNDAY BRUNCH SUSHI TAKE-OUT THAI VEGETARIAN WINGS WINE BAR WINE SELECTION WINE SHOP FROZEN YOGURT

GOLD TRULUCK'S NINE-TEN DUKE'S DRAFT REPUBLIC THE HAKE CAFE JAPENGO HERRINGBONE BUSY BEE'S GIRARD GOURMET / SUGAR & SCRIBE PROSPECT BAR & GRILL BUBBA’S SMOKEHOUSE BBQ KARL STRAUSS BREWING CO. DON CARLOS BURGER LOUNGE THE COTTAGE / RICHARD WALKER THE LIVING ROOM GUISEPPE CATERING BIRD ROCK COFFEE ROASTERS BUBBA'S SMOKEHOUSE BBQ JASON KNIBB – NINE TEN CHINA CHEF GIRARD GOURMET MICHELE COULON DESSERTIER NINE-TEN / WHISKNLADLE HARRY'S COFFEE SHOP TACO STAND / DON CARLOS WAHOO’S HERRINGBONE / CODY'S FRENCH GOURMET GELATERIA FRIZZANTE APOLLONIA GREEK BISTRO TRULUCK’S LEAN & GREEN CAFE COLD STONE TANDOORI CHEF LUPI / CAFE MILANO LITTLE KOREA DRAFT REPUBLIC BEAUMONT’S LEAN & GREEN CAFE PUESTO DONOVAN’S MARKETPLACE GRILL PUESTO THE MARINE ROOM RICHARD WALKER’S LEAN & GREEN MUSTANGS & BURROS SUGAR AND SCRIBE / FRENCH GOURMET PHO LA JOLLA BEAUMONT’S DON CARLOS BARBARELLA THE LIVING ROOM PIZZA ON PEARL THE MARINE ROOM / OSTERIA ROMANTICA WHOLE FOODS LEAN & GREEN CAFE GIRARD GOURMET TRULUCK’S MUSTANGS & BURROS PROSPECT BAR & GRILL DONOVAN'S THE SHORES RESTAURANT SUSHI ON THE ROCK PORKYLAND / DON CARLOS SPICE & RICE LEAN & GREEN CAFE HENNESSEY'S WE OLIVE NINE-TEN WE OLIVE FROGLANDERS

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WHISKNLADLE / NINE-TEN TRULUCK’S THE LOT / CATANIA WHISKNLADLE HERRINGBONE PF CHANG'S / JAME'S PLACE OSTERIA ROMANTICA BRICK AND BELL FRENCH GOURMET HENNESSEY'S

MUSTANGS & BURROS GEORGE’S BISTRO du MARCHE THE SPOT APOLLONIA GREEK BISTRO SPICE & RICE DUKE'S

LA JOLLA BREWING CO / DRAFT REPUBLIC PORKYLAND SMASHBURGER HARRY'S COFFEE SHOP PANNIKIN THE ABBEY PANNIKIN / THE LIVING ROOM WHISKNLADLE BERNARD GUILLAS – MARINE ROOM MANDARIN HOUSE DELI-CIOUS GIRARD GOURMET / LIVING ROOM MUSTANGS & BURROS / PIATTI BERNINI'S BISTRO PORKYLAND RUBIO'S /GALAXY TACO HENNESSEY’S CAFE LA RUE / BISTRO du MARCHE BOBBOI DAPHNE'S HERRINGBONE JUICE KABOOSE HAAGEN DAZ TASTE OF THE HIMALAYAS PIATTI / CATANIA

THE PUBLIC HOUSE LA JOLLA RUBIO'S EUREKA CODY'S GOLD FISH POINT CAFE GIRARD GOURMET HARRY'S COFFEE SHOP LA JOLLA BREWING CO. FREDERICO RIGOLETTI – THE HAKE PF CHANG’S CHEESE SHOP SUGAR AND SCRIBE BARBARELLA BARBARELLA RUBIO'S THE TACO STAND CRAB CATCHER

THE SPOT PROSPECT BAR & GRILL PREPKITCHEN / ADOBE EL RESTAURANTE JOSE’S COURTROOM / MUSTANGS & BURROS MANHATTAN APOLLONIA GREEK BISTRO JOSE’S COURTROOM / SU CASA EDDIE V’s / DONOVANS HARRY’S COFFEE SHOP / BROCKTON VILLA TRILOGY SANCTUARY CODY'S / PIATTI MICHELE COULON DESSERTIER PHO UTC AND GRILL LUPI RUBIO'S DUKE'S PROSPECT BAR & GRILL PRONTO PIZZA / REGENTS PIZZERIA HERRINGBONE

THE LIVING ROOM FINCH'S BISTRO AND WINE BAR BAHIA DON BRAVO GALAXY TACO HENNESEY'S THE MED VERDES RANCHERO GEORGES AT THE COVE THE COTTAGE JUICE KABOOSE THE COTTAGE

BERNINI'S BISTRO / SAMMY'S PIZZA CHEESE SHOP / JERSEY MIKE'S MARINE ROOM / EL PESCADOR BARBARELLA LA JOLLA BREWING COMPANY EDDIE V’s / FLEMING’S THE COTTAGE CAFE JAPENGO / SUSHI MORI CHINA CHEF CHEDI THAI / AROI THAI TRILOGY SANCTUARY PROSPECT BAR & GRILL TRINITAS CELLARS DONOVANS / TRINITAS CELLARS BEV-MO SHAKEAWAY / YOGI TOPI

THE SHORES RESTAURANT LA SHORE MARKET THE HAKE

MICHELE COULON DESSERTIER THE SPOT

Truluck’s

Best Appetizer

Truluck’s is an escape — a getaway for the senses. Savor the freshest crab, direct from the restaurant’s own fisheries. Truluck’s boasts: “From our traps to your table in less than 24 hours.” Enjoy the fresh-catch seafood menu or select tender, juicy steaks grilled to perfection. Then complement it all with delicious wines by the glass and bottle. Come early and enjoy Truluck’s cocktail hour from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. and enjoy the special priced appetizers and drink menu.

The Hake Kitchen & Bar

Truluck’s at UTC Aventine 8990 University Center Lane (858) 453-2583 trulucks.com

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Nine-Ten Restaurant and Bar NINE-TEN Restaurant’s evolving California cuisine features the best of the harvest from local artisan farmers where produce is selected daily. Lunch and dinner are served daily and Brunch every Sunday in the main dining room, sidewalk patio or back terrace with glimpses of the ocean. Nine-Ten Restaurant & Bar 910 Prospect St. (858) 964-5400 nineten.com

0 CRAB CATCHER TRILOGY SANCTUARY BASKIN ROBBINS PIAZZA 1909

LA JOLLA BREWING CO. BAHIA DON BRAVO SAMMY'S PIZZA CODY'S PIAZZA 1909 GEORGE’S AT THE COVE

KARL STRAUSS BREWING CO. MANHATTAN CODY'S SHIKU SMASHBURGER KITMA EXTRAORDINARY THAI JUICE KABOOSE KARL STRAUSS BREWING CO. FINCH'S BISTRO AND WINE BAR FINCH'S BISTRO AND WINE BAR WINE TIME

Best New Restaurant

Duke’s La Jolla Lots of folks around these parts know Duke’s for its Hawaii locations, sprawling beachfront venues that celebrate sun, surf and the late Duke Kahanamoku, regarded as the father of modern surfing. Hawaii, though, has nothing on you -you’ve flocked to the La Jolla space in droves since its opening last November to take in the Hawaiianinspired fare and the come-as-youare spirit of its namesake. You can take the boy out of Hawaii, but... Duke’s La Jolla 1262 Prospect St. (858) 454-5888 dukeslajolla.com.com

0 Best American

Draft Republic Located in La Jolla, across from UTC, Draft Republic is an American gastro pub offering a casual, friendly atmosphere and innovative cuisine. Draft Republic features a beer centric menu including favorites such as their Housemade Sausage Sampler, House Smoked Pulled Pork and the Draft Republic Burger. Guests can enjoy over 36 craft beers on tap plus housemade keg cocktails. Challenge friends to a round of ping pong, billiards, shuffle board or foosball. Don’t miss out on the food, fun and brews at Draft Republic. Draft Republic 4282 Esplanade Ct. (858) 450-1400 draftrepublic.com

With a farm-to-table approach to its fare, The Hake offers a global menu – but just as the appetizers tell a large part of a restaurant's tale, so too does this eatery heed the call. Sauteed pepper and onions, calamari and shrimp and farm salad with artichoke hearts are just a few of the appetizers that eat like meals (one couple recently said they'd shared four appies between them and were almost too full to enjoy the main course). All this, a lively bar and San Diego's biggest selection of Mezcal – tough to beat. The Hake Kitchen & Bar 1250 Prospect St., No. B10 (858) 454-1637 thehake.com

0 Best Asian/Fusion

Cafe Japengo This place is located in the Hyatt Regency La Jolla at Aventine, while it has lots of attractions in its own right — so how come everybody puts it at the top of the list at every visit? Because head chef Jon Matsubara knows his way around Japanese fusion cuisine like you know your way around the block. No wonder this place takes the sushi cake as your top choice in this category. Cafe Japengo 8960 University Center Lane (858) 450-3355 cafejapengo.com

0 Best Atmosphere

Herringbone One of La Jolla’s signature venues dishes out ocean-inspired eats as fresh as the restuarant’s concept. With 100-year-old olive trees adorning the expansive eatery and mouthwatering seafood fare crafted by celebrity chef Amanda Baumgarten, this 21st-century wonderland is certainly one of La Jolla’s favorite go-to hotspots for Sunday supper with the family, oyster happy hour with coworkers or cocktails with friends. Herringbone 7837 Herschel Ave. (858) 459-0221 herringboneeats.com

Best Bagel

Busy Bee’s Busy Bee’s is the perfect place for a busy bee to stop by for a quick bite to eat. The service is fast and the prices are decent. While the bagel place is known for its bagel sandwiches and specialty bagels like the pesto bagel and sun-dried tomato bagel, it also offers a variety of other baked goods like muffins and croissants. Busy Bee’s 6861 La Jolla Blvd. 456-2738

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especial services, which will make catering your event a stress-free, professional experience.

Best BBQ

Bubba’s Smoke House BBQ In April of 2009, Jeffrey Nicoletta, a Navy veteran turned restaurateur, and Ali Nicoletta, with heaps of hands-on experience, opened Bubba's Smokehouse BBQ. Six years later, Bubba' mouth-watering, lip-smacking, falling-off-thebone ribs are a smoking success! This family-friendly restaurant serves up Southern-style ribs, pork, tri-tip, brisket and chicken with lots of delicious home-style side orders. For those wanting lighter fare, Bubba's offers hearty salads for a more healthful alternative. Southern BBQ? There's Bubba's, and then there's all the others. Bubba’s Smokehouse BBQ 888 Prospect St. (858) 551-4227 bubbassmokehousebbq.com

Sugar & Scribe Bakery and Fine Food “A slice of pie,” owner Maeve Rochford says, “can save the day.” She’s esepcially right if that slice of pie comes from here, where the stff has forgotten more about baking and fine food than you’ll ever know. If you don’t believe us, trust Sugar & Scribe with your wedding -- the bigget day of your life -- and just see if it doesn’t pass muster. If a slice of pie can save the day, this place’s meals and special events can probably save your life. Sugar & Scribe 7660 Fay Ave. (858) 274-1733 sugarandscribe.com

0 Best Bakery (tie)

Truluck’s

Voted Best Overall Restaurant

Girard Gourmet 7837 Girard Ave. (858) 454-3321 girardgourmet.com

Girard Gourmet

Best Bar

Girard Gourmet is going on its 22nd year in La Jolla, so you know it has the experience factor in hand. It cooks and bakes in the European tradition and grows many of its fruits and vegetables in an organic garden in Julian. See if this place's special desserts and custom-designed cookies don't make you cry for more, like the chocolate croissants and raspberry rugulach. And don't forget the

Prospect Bar & Grill

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Prospect Bar & Grill is, simply put, La Jolla's premier restaurant and lounge for everything fresh, trendy and enticingly tasteful. The venue's second-story location and glassenclosed patio provide guests with a world-class view of the Pacific. Inside, lots of wide-screen TVs ensure access to all the current sports packages, as well as luxurious oversized booths, and a highly

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READERS CHOICE AWARDS 2016 impressive full bar. Oh, yeah – the bar: Daily happy hours and house specials yield further chances to sample all the excitement that the place, top floor and all. Prospect Bar & Grill 1025 Prospect St. (858) 454-8092 prospectbar.com

0 Best Beer Selection

Karl Strauss Brewery Strauss brews and bottles its beer in a converted greenhouse just east of Pacific Beach. Don’t fret -- La Jollans can go here too, and in fact they shouldn’t miss out on the freshness and flavor Karl Strauss has to offer. Strauss brews 30 beers each year with seasonal offerings and sends it to 2,500 bars, restaurants, liquor stores and grocery stores throughout Southern California. Meanwhile, sipping a cold brew at the La Jolla restaurant is of cultural importance! Karl Strauss Brewery 1044 Wall St. (858) 551-2739 karlstrauss.com

0 Best Breakfast (tie)

The Cottage The Cottage is a quintessential La Jolla destination beloved by locals, tourists, the young, the old, regulars and newcomers alike. Set in the historic Columbine cottage built in the early 1900s, The Cottage serves up an exceptional

breakfast and lunch on a sundrenched patio. Its gourmet omelets, stuffed French toast, healthful muffins and trademark granola are memorable and worth the weekend wait, which is sweetened by the coffee and cake samples offered to those milling on the sidewalk waiting for a table. Now open for dinner five nights a week and is also available for rent for parties and receptions year-round. The Cottage 7702 Fay Ave. (858) 454-8409 cottagelajolla.com

Richard Walker’s Pancake House Richard Walker points to his pancakes with no shortage of pride – he even mentions them in the name of his venue, and they’re some of the best in the history of the universe. But maybe there's a change in the wind here – Richard's just won our paper’s award for best omelet, and it's small wonder. These things are served seconds after they're plated, and they're made with a whopping four eggs. cheese is a big item in these dishes too, because it goes so well with foundations like spinach and onions. Richard Walker’s Omelet House – kind of a nice ring, don'tcha think? Richard Walker’s Pancake House 9090 Prospect St. (858) 459-8800 richardwalkers.com

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0 Best Burger

Burger Lounge The folks at Burger Lounge don’t just think burgers should taste great. They believe the common American meal should utilize healthy, sustainable ingredients as well. Burger Lounge’s vision is evident at every turn — from the organic ketchup to the wild salmon burger topped with fried green tomatoes and BBQ glaze. While this premium burger joint has other divine splurges to indulge in like the fresh vegetable salad and onion rings, Burger Lounge’s good old-fashioned burger joint. Burger Lounge 1101 Wall St. (858) 456-0196 burgerlounge.com

0 Best Burrito

Don Carlos If a picture is worth a thousand words, Don Carlos Taco Shop has singlehandedly written every book published in the last 40 years. The eatery's website makes regular Mexican entries look like virtual portraits – the enchiladas, carne asada and, yes, burritos make you think you're already at the restaurant. If things look that appetizing from afar, imagine what awaits you when you ufinally pay a visit. Don Carlos Taco Shop 737 Pearl St., Ste. 113 (858) 456-0482 eataburrito.com

Voted Best Patio Dining Mustangs & Burros at Estancia 9700 N. Torrey Pines Road 550-1000

Mustangs & Burros at Estancia La Jollans looking to enjoy Southwestern cuisine in festive setting should skip the hubbub of Old Town and head to Mustangs & Burros at Estancia La Jolla, a classic rancho-style restaurant with a cozy dining room and spacious patio reminiscent of a hacienda. Both areas feature warm, inviting fireplaces. Enjoy small plates with big Baja-inspired flavors and extraordinary house-crafted cocktails, including innovative margaritas & house-made sangria. Live Spanish guitar often accompanies a dinner of regional cuisine inspired by the season, and events like the annual Herradura tequila dinner coming on July 22 make Mustangs & Burros a lively place to round up friends.

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READERS CHOICE AWARDS 2016 0 Best Café

Living Room Coffeehouse The Living Room has truly lived up to its name in La Jolla. The café has drawn young and old alike to sip tea, coffee and deluxe smoothies in a homey ambiance furnished with antique, ornate coaches and wooden tables. Patrons find the communal atmosphere inspiring and relaxing; you’ll find groups of friends smoking the hookah on the upstairs patio and others poring over books in the back. Scrumptious desserts are available, along with wine, beer, cocktails and hookah tobacco. Enjoy the views from the second floor ocean view room and don’t miss happy hour every day from 126 p.m. offering bottled & draft beer, wine, mimosas and well drinks Monday— all day! Try our daily lunch special. Open late every day 'til 2 AM every day.

Voted Best Lunch Lean and Green Cafe 7825 Fay Ave. (in the Merril Lynch Bldg. next to LJ Sports Club) (858) 459-5326 9868 Scranton Rd, San Diego (858) 455 - LEAN Order on-line at leanandgreencafe.com or download the app

Lean and Green Café Two amazing cafes conveniently located in La Jolla and now in Sorrento Valley. Lean and Green Cafe offers only the freshest and finest organic produce from locally grown sources and aims to satisfy your tastebuds and your conscience. .It’s no secret that eating healthful-ly is the best way to eat. More important, eating clean or organic food will help improve your healthLean and Green does just that,with an impressive array of organ-ic gourmet salads, wraps, soupsand decadent organic sweet bowls,but it also offers thirst-quenching,freshly made organic juices,smoothies and smart shots. Leanand Green Café is also a vegetari-an-friendly, vegan-friendly caféopen for breakfast, lunch and dinner on the go.

Living Room Coffehouse 1010 Prospect St. (858) 459-1187 livingroomusa.com

0 Best Catering

Giuseppe Restaurants & Fine Catering The motto in Giuseppe's neighborhood is “Mangia bene e vivi meglio,” meaning “Eat well and live better!” – further translated to say that the right meal can turn any event into an unforgettable experience. Giuseppe's gives its all to that

end, bringing together the freshest seasonal ingredients from as many local sustainable sources as possible. It works personally with clients to create carefully crafted and personally tailored menus that complement your vision and your budget. Your only job is to picture your perfect event and let Giuseppe's handle the details. Giuseppe Restaurants & Fine Catering 700 Prospect St. (858) 581-2005 grnfc.com

0 Best Chef

Jason Knibb@ Nine-Ten Restaurant and Bar (See entry under Best Service)

0 Best Chinese

China Chef For a taste of China in the middle of La Jolla, look no further than China Chef, on Pearl Street. This authentic little gem has a wide range of traditional fare like chop suey, noodle dishes, chef specialties to choose from and great deals on lunch specials from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Gluten-free menu items like cashew nut chicken, shrimp with assorted vegetables and Kung-Po beef to cater to everyone’s tastes. China Chef 623 Pearl St. (858) 454-1368 lajollachinachef.com

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Voted Best Desserts and a Favorite for Bakery and Pastry

Michele Coulon Dessertier 7556 Fay Avenue, Suite D, La Jolla (858) 456-5098 | www.dessertier.com

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READERS CHOICE AWARDS 2016 Voted Best Desserts Michele Coulon Dessertier Michele Coulon Dessertier desserts and savory offerings are made from the finest ingredients: fresh local organic produce, only real butter, and Belgian chocolate. It takes pride in creating spectacular wedding cakes and desserts appealing to the eye and tantalizing to the taste. They are also celebrating its 15th anniversary, all on the strength of your patronage! Michele Coulon Dessertier Sycamore Court, 7556 Fay Ave, (858) 456-5098 • dessertier.com

0 Best Coffee Shop

Bird Rock Coffee Roasters Bird Rock Coffee Roasters is taking specialty coffee to a whole new level. As the only coffee company in San Diego that sources their beans at origin, Bird Rock Coffee Roasters has expanded the concept of sustainable and transparent coffee buying. The green coffee beans they buy must meet stringent standards, and then they roast and prepare this coffee with the utmost respect to those who grew it. BRCR continues to win national honors for their excellence eachyear as they were named one

of Zagat’s top 15 coffee houses in the country in addition to being named one of Eater.com’s 15 Essential Coffee Shops in the Country, both 2014 honors. BRCR received the prestigious National 2012 National Micro-Roaster of the year award. Now with three locations to serve you—including Little Italy and Morena Boulevard. Bird Rock Coffee Roasters 5627 La Jolla Blvd. (858) 551-1707 birdrockcoffeeroasters.com

0 Best Comfort Food

Bubba’s Smoke House BBQ (See listing under Best BBQ)

0 Best Deli

Girard Gourmet (See entry under Best Bakery)

Best Desserts

Michelle Coulon Dessertier Michele Coulon Dessertier desserts and savory offerings are made from the finest ingredients: fresh local organic produce, only real butter, and Belgian chocolate. It takes pride in creating spectacular wedding cakes and desserts appealing to the eye and tantalizing to the taste. They are also celebrating its 15th anniversary, all on the strength of your patronage!

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him at the Best Chef in the history of the universe. Whisknladle’s commitment to quality goes hand in hand with its lively Wall Street location — the merits of both will become apparent the more often you stop, and with Ryan at the helm, you’re bound to visit more than once.

1044 Wall St. (858) 551-7575 whisknladle.com

0 Best Family Restaurant

Harry’s Coffee Shop Restaurants come and go, but Harry’s has become an institution

Whisknladle Bistro & Bar

Michelle Coulon Dessertier Sycamore Court, 7556 Fay Ave. (858) 456-5098 dessertier.com

0 Best Dinner (tie)

Nine-Ten (See listing under Best Service)

Whisknladle You know Whisknladle’s roasted Alaskan halibut, the stuff that’s so good people have actually keeled over and died of bliss? Or how about Mary’s Duck Breast, steeped in roasted carrots, yogurt and pistachio nuts? Ryan Johnston is the man at the top of this hearty heap, cooking and creating since Tuesday was a week and his efforts have paid off, as you’ve chosen

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• Deli • Desserts • Bakery • Catering • Salads • To go orders

“From Our Garden to Your Plate” 7837 Girard Ave, La Jolla • 858.454.3325 • www.GirardGourmet.com

La Jolla’s Premier Deli for over 28 years

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Carmel Valley

858-459-1708 1030 Torrey Pines Rd

858-925-6123 4645 Carmel Mountain Rd. (In Vons Torrey Hills Center)

Making Fresh carnitas since 1982

For Catering Call 619-952-7468 www.goporkyland.com • www.blog.goporkyland.com

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READERS CHOICE AWARDS 2016 in La Jolla since it opened more than 50 years ago. The old-fashioned diner has not slapped on layer upon layer of modernity to keep pace with the decade. Instead, the breakfast joint steadfastly has served up good American fare of eggs, bacon and pancakes in the morning and club sandwiches and charbroiled burgers in the afternoon, and has kept the customers coming back. Open at 6 in the morning, closed by 3 in the afternoon, Harry’s remains a familiar, friendly place near and dear to La Jollans’ hearts. Harry's Coffee Shop 7545 Girard Ave. 454-7381 harryscoffeeshop.com

0 Best Fish Taco

Best Fish & Chips (tie)

Cody’s La Jolla Cody's is open for Breakfast and Lunch 8-3pm weekdays 8-4 weekends, breakfast and lunch are both served all day! They've been preparing their award winning fish and chips the same way since the day they opened in 1997. Cody's uses a lightly tempura battered Pacific Ling Cod to complete their famous fish & chips served with hand cut french fries, house-made cole slaw, onion rings & a duo of sauces! Cody’s La Jolla 8030 Girard Ave. (858) 459-0040 codyslajolla.com

Herringbone (See listing under Best Atmosphere)

Wahoo’s Fish Tacos

Voted Best New Restaurant Draft Republic 4282 Esplanade Ct. (858) 450-1400 draftrepublic.com

Wahoo’s has become a La Jolla tradition for young and old. Ask any kid who grew up in La Jolla — they remember hanging out after school at Wahoo’s. Walls, tables, windows and even bathrooms are laden with signed memorabilia and stickers, like a giant skateboard. Starters include tasty Maui onion rings and spicy chicken tortilla soup, but it’s the fish tacos that draw the crowds. Kids continue to love the place because of the free stickers! Wahoo’s Fish Tacos 639 Pearl St. (858) 459-0027 wahoos.com

0 Best French

The French Gourmet Did you know that little kids in France take cooking classes as required courses in school? Well, they do. There's a massive tradition at stake over there, after all, which is exactly what the name “The French Gourmet” implies. The real-life La Jolla restaurant puts the brick and mortar behind the cream-of-the-crop concept – the mixed fruit tart, the lemon buttercream spongecake and the opera torte are to die for, almost literally. Those French kids can take all the classes they want, but they've got nothing on the excellence factor in the pastries right here at home. The French Gourmet 980 Turquoise St. (858) 488-1725 thefrenchgourmet.com

0 Best Gelato

Gelateria Frizzante Gelateria Frizzante serves 140 different gelato and sorbet flavors using fresh-frozen fruits and imported Italian ingredients. They have the best selection of authentic gelato in San Diego, which pairs perfectly with their Italian-style coffee and espresso drinks! All gelato and sorbetto are made daily and they brew only freshroasted beans from Herkimer Coffee in Seattle. Gelateria Frizzante 1025 Prospect St., Ste 130 (858) 454-5798

Best Greek

Apollonia Apollonia has been the destination of choice for La Jollans with an appetite for Greek delicacies. The restaurant has a handsome outdoor patio where shaded alfresco dining is delightful. Venture inside and you will find a charming ambiance in every dining room and in the beautiful lounge. The menu includes age-old favorites such as Dolmathakia and Moussaka, alongside some absolute surprises guaranteed to tantalize your adventurous curiosity. The menu offers many heart-healthy items prevalent in Greek cuisine. Apollonia's service is very friendly and as pleasant as the food. Open daily from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. (Sun-Thur) and 10 p.m. (Fri & Sat).

READERS CHOICE AWARDS 2016 Apollonia 8650 Genesee Ave #106 (858) 455-1535 apolloniabistro.com

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Truluck’s (See listing under Best Overall)

0 Best Healthy Dining

Lean & Green Café Two amazing cafes conveniently located in La Jolla and now in Sorrento Valley. Lean and Green Cafe offers only the freshest and finest organic produce from locally grown sources and aims to satisfy your tastebuds and your conscience. .It’s no secret that eating healthful-ly is the best way to eat. More important, eating clean or organic food will help improve your healthLean and Green does just that,with an impressive array of organ-ic gourmet salads, wraps, soupsand decadent organic sweet bowls,but it also offers thirst-quenching,freshly made organic juices,smoothies and smart shots. Leanand Green Café is also a vegetari-an-friendly, veganfriendly caféopen for breakfast, lunch and dinner on the go. Lean and Green Cafe 7825 Fay Ave. (in the Merril Lynch Bldg. next to LJ Sports Club) (858) 459-5326 9868 Scranton Rd, San Diego (858) 455 - LEAN Order on-line at leanandgreencafe.com or download the app

0 Best Ice Cream

Cold Stone Creamery Murat Solmaz, new owner of Cold Stone La Jolla plans to continue to conduct their business as always, making mouths happy with gusto, happily creating fresh ice cream batches every day in store on their signature frozen granite slab." Why would you change the best ice cream anywhere" say Murat Churned from high-quality ingredients and mixed with your favorite candy, fruits or nuts, their made-toorder ice cream treats include tons of tempting flavors like Oreo Overload from their Signature line and Churro Caramel Crave from their Hot Stone selections. Ice cream cakes, dreamy shakes created from their signature blend with tasty mix-ins, and fresh smoothies made with real whole fruit mesmerize mouths; and for the extra healthconscious, Cold Stone carries lowfat frozen yogurt. Cold Stone Creamery 909 Prospect St., second floor (858) 454-2300 coldstonecreamery.com

0 Best Indian

Tandoori Chef Enjoy the casual dining atmosphere and an extensive menu of authentic Indian dishes. Tandoori Chef offers eight different kinds of naan, tandoori meat and seafood platters as well as vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free dishes. If you are new to

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Indian cuisine, try the chef’s sampler, which includes a combination of vegetarian or chicken samosas, pakora, onion bhaji and alu tikki, or one of the chef’s specialty kebabs that are marinated in Indian herbs, spices and cooked in a clay oven. Delivery and take-out available. Tandoori Chef 613 Pearl St. (858) 454-6999 tandoorigroup.com

0 Best Italian (tie)

Cafe Milano Owner/chef Pasquale Cianni brought northern Italian cuisine to La Jolla 16 years ago and has been successfully pleasing both local residents and out-of-towners — even out-of-the-country guests — with his homemade pappardelle pasta, veal ossobuco, lobster ravioli and many other authentic Italian dishes. Café Milano is an exciting and incredible experience for the whole family at affordable prices. Early bird special: 4:30 and 6:30 p.m. Choose a select soup or salad, menu entrée and dessert for $21.95. Open M-F 11:30 a.m.- 2 p.m., Sat 2-10 p.m., Sun.2-9 p.m. Café Milano 711 Pearl St. (858) 454-3806 cafemilanolajolla.com

Lupi Italian Restaurant Lupi Italian restaurant and wine bar has always been a La Jolla favorite for those who appreciate

Voted Best Thai Spice & Rice Thai Kitchen 7734-C Girard Ave. 456-0466 spiceandricethaikitchen.com

Spice & Rice Thai Kitchen This establishment offers a tantalizing menu and a clean-air approach to dining. Be warned: Many of the dishes are on the spicy side, like those in many Thai restaurants. The kitchen is accommodating and will moderate the seasoning to suit your taste. Most dishes can be made as a vegetarian version. Prices are quite appealing, and the Thai salads are excellent. Enjoy a little spice and rice in your life.

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fine Italian wine and mouthwatering authentic cuisine and now there is a new reason to visit. New partner Andriano Gasparo has teamed up with long time partner Luigi Tornatore to add a new twist to the menu while keeping all your favorites. Add to that an amazing bar menu featuring small tastes plus select wines for $6. from 5 pm to closing every evening and you are all set. Enjoy dining on the the sunny outdoor patio . You can also bring your pet for some special hos”pet”ality . So stop by and see what's new at Lupi's-your palate will be glad you did.

Voted Best Seafood El Pescador Fish Market 634 Pearl St. (858) 456-2526 elpescadorfishmarket.com

El Pescador Fish Market If you love fresh fish, you'll love El Pescador Treat yourself to the freshest seafood sandwiches and soups, grilled fish and seafood salads you'll find this side Pacific Ocean!. The full service fish market remains unsurpassed for its quality and selection. Coming soon ,you can enjoy outdoor dining on their expanded patio in addition to the comfortable indoor seating.They are open every day from 10 am to 9 pm, you can enjoy their fish there or take it out.A consistent award winner for their seafood, they have now been proudly serving San Diegan's for more than thirty years.

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are now a regular feature on Sundays. Count on Beaumont’s for a delectable meal and a chance to meet your neighbor! Beaumont’s Eatery 5662 La Jolla Blvd. (858) 459-0474 beaumontseatery.com

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Lean & Green Café (See listing under Best Healthy Dining)

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Puesto

0 Best Late Night Eatery

Draft Republic (See listing under Best American)

0 Best Live Music

Beaumont’s Eatery Beaumont’s has become the focal point — the only point — for nightlife in Bird Rock. Live bands play on Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights, and neighbors like to throw back drinks and get a little rowdy (think Bird Rock rowdy, not PB!). The menu is exceptional and unique, and it offers a range of entrées, from a juicy burger to Spanish seafood paella and French country-style meatloaf. Neighbors love the Blues Brunch so much that acoustic music performances

Puesto scores big when it comes to Taco's and Margaritas. They also recently updated their menu so you will find some great new dishes as well. “We have a new octopus taco with crispy pulpo, avocado, chipotle crema and handmade blue corn tortillas,” said GM Douglas McCallum, which encourages patrons to “visit our popular eatery for unique artisanal takes on tacos, ceviches, margaritas and more in a bright and breezy eclectic dining room.” Don't forget to check out Puesto's Happy Hour, #Taco Tuesday and the Taco Bar Saturday nights, they have something for everyone. Puesto 1026 Wall Street (858) 454-1260 eatpuesto.com

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Donovan’s (See listing under Best Steak House)

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0 Best Mediterranean

Marketplace Grille This hole-in-the-wall restaurant with mostly outdoor patio seating has focused all its energies on its grill with admirable results. The cooks serve up Persian food paired with a Southwestern mesquite flavor. Meats, seafood and vegetables are marinated and simmered over mesquite coals and served on skewers or over basmati rice with lavash bread and a green salad. The Baba Ghanosh, taboulee, hummus and Greek salad are all worth a mention. Finish the meal with a thimble-size cup of Turkish coffee. Marketplace Grille 1030 Torrey Pines Road 456-9576 www.marketplacegrille.com

0 Best Mexican Fast Food (tie)

Don Carlos (See entry under Best Burrito)

Taco Stand When’s the last time you had a custom-made taco? Usually, those things are one-and-done, with a particular size fitting all. Not here - here, you can pretty much make your own stuff, with (almost) all the guacamole you can stand. You can do the same thing in downtown Encinitas, too, as there’s a venue opening there. Or you could go on a run between the three and see which is better. Chances are the

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0 Best Ocean View

The Marine Room Celebrating 75 Years of “Surfside Sophistication.”Since 1941, one symbol has stood for the most exquisite dining experience in San Diego. The Seahorse symbol of The Marine Room. During this time, The Marine Room has earned countless accolades. Renown critics have described its privileged setting on La Jolla’s finest beach and the thrill of being “eye-level” with the crashing surf at high tide. The culinary artistry of Executive Chef Bernard Guillas and Chef de Cuisine Ron Oliver has been called “world-class” for its devotion to fresh seafood, seasonal variety, hand-selected local ingredients and award-winning desserts. Others have defined the experience as “sophistication with a sense of delight.” But their greatest satisfaction comes simply from serving their guests—who come to celebrate the joy of life with good company, a perfectly-prepared meal, and a golden Pacific sunset to call their own. Join them for their 75th Anniversary, a year dedicated to the making of memorable experiences. The Marine Room 2000 Spindrift Drive (858) 459-7222 marineroom.com

0 Best Pastry (tie)

The French Gourmet (See entry under Best French)

Sugar & Scribe (See entry under Best Bakery)

0 Best Patio Dining

Too far from New York for thin crust pizza? No problem. There is authentic thin crust pies and slices right here. So whether you’re an east coast transplant, thin crust connoisseur, or a “newbie” to slices you can fold, you will love Pizza on Pearl in La Jolla. You'll find pizza, calzones, stromboli, heroes, fresh salads, and desserts. They have got it all. Dine In or Carry Out. If you can’t make up your mind on what to order, that’s ok. There are always a variety of slices to choose from. They buy only the best quality ingredients on the market. Everything is prepared daily. You, “their customers”, are the most important part of their business, and they try to make sure that you are well cared for so you will keep coming back for more. Every month Pizza on Pearl features an innovative creation with their "pizza of the month " Come visit , call, or order online for delivery and taste the quality of Pizza on Pearl Pizza on Pearl 617 Pearl St. (858) 729-0717 pizzaonpearl.com

Best Pho

Pho of La Jolla Pho La Jolla has taken the art of Vietnamese cuisine and transformed it into something very delicious and satisfying for their customers. It presents the fusion of “East meets West” menu options, like sandwhiches, Thai tea, egg rolls and, of course, pho. Pho La Jolla is

Voted Best Ice Cream Cold Stone Creamery 909 Prospect St. 454-2300 coldstonecreamery.com

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Cold Stone Creamery Murat Solmaz, new owner of Cold Stone La Jolla plans to continue to conduct their business as always, making mouths happy with gusto, happily creating fresh ice cream batches every day in store on their signature frozen granite slab." Why would you change the best ice cream anywhere" say Murat Churned from high-quality ingredients and mixed with your favorite candy, fruits or nuts, their made-to-order ice cream treats include tons of tempting flavors like Oreo Overload from their Signature line and Churro Caramel Crave from their Hot Stone selections. Ice cream cakes, dreamy shakes created from their signature blend with tasty mix-ins, and fresh smoothies made with real whole fruit mesmerize mouths; and for the extra healthconscious, Cold Stone carries low-fat frozen yogurt.

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Best Café & Best Place to People Watch

Also a Favorite for Coffee Shop, Desserts & Late Night Eatery ✶ La Jolla’s Dessert Headquarters ✶ Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Happy Hour ✶ Full Bar ✶ Catering Service 12-6pm MONDAYS ALL DAY! ✶ Open 7am–2am Everyday Beer Bottles, Fresh Baked Draft Beers, ✶ Cigar Lounge (2nd Floor) Daily on Site! ✶ Wine Bar w/ Large Selection of Wine Wines & Mimosas Well Drinks ✶ Banquet Room Available for up to 100 ✶ Hooka Happy Hour 12-6 pm daily upstairs ✶ Daily Lunch Special Enjoy the Ocean views from our 2nd floor

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dedicated to serving its pho fresh, giving it a genuine flavor as if it were home-cooked right in Vietnam.

Porkyland The first Porkyland eatery started out in 1982 in Barrio Logan, and quickly became popular for its delicious homemade tortillas and carnitas. Out of the organic popularity from the original location, Porkyland expanded to La Jolla and was opened in the 1990's. Porkyland takes pride in every dish we serve and are thrilled to be voted the Best Take Out and a favorite for Burrito and Fast Food (Mexican) in the La Jolla Village. Our carnitas and Mexican cuisine has become a family favorite for all generations alike. We also offer catering so you can enjoy our authentic Mexican cuisine anywhere for any party or wedding. Visit our new location in Carmel Valley where we can serve even more of our appreciative customers. Porkyland 1031 Torrey Pines Road (858) 459-170 • goporkyland.com

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Never mind that this La Jolla Shores place has some of the best housemade Italian fare this side of Rome. Or that the dining room is as cozy as yours. Thing is, you’ll want to come for the fun holiday decorations as well as the food. Nothing screams Halloween like Barbarella, for instance -- the kids love it as much as they enjoy doodling with the house Etch-aSketch. This place is loopy with fun, which is what you want with your meal.

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Best Salad

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ing. The international wine list rounds out the experience nicely, encouraging all to sip, sample and savor everything Osteria Romantica has to offer.

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Best Salad Bar

Whole Foods Regulars of Whole Foods are already hip to the store’s reputation for cleanliness and convenience. Everything is carefully labeled “organic” or “no preservatives” if the label fits and the displays are colorful and arranged for aesthetic appeal. Don’t forget, that all that goes for the salad bar as well — it features healthful touches, such as extra-virgin olive oil and exactly one million selections that you can alter at your discretion. Whole Foods 8825 Villa La Jolla Dr. (858) 642-6700 wholefoodsmaket.com

Best Sandwich

Girard Gourmet (See entry under Best Bakery)

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Truluck’s (See entry under Best Overall)

Most Romantic (tie)

The Marine Room

Best Specialty Drink

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Mustangs & Burros (See entry under Best Patio)

Osteria Romantica This restaurant was designed to reflect the osterias of Italy, where locals commune around fresh food and good wine; indeed, La Jolla Shores locals and visitors raise their glasses and forks to the common goal of enjoying authentic cuisine and company. The likes of Pavarotti and other legends woo you with their crooning, and the refined yet hearty menu of Italian specialties is familiar and intrigu-

0 Best Sports Bar

Prospect Bar & Grill (See entry under Best Bar)

0 Best Steak

Donovan’s of La Jolla They may look good enough to eat, but the paintings and sculptures at Donovan’s of La Jolla are strictly

Thank you for voting us “Best Pizza” in La Jolla 7 years in a row! Enjoy a Taste of Milano in La Jolla! Chef Pasquale’s 26 years of experience with Nothern Italian Cuisine and hospitality offers an incredible experience for the entire family. By making his own breads, pastas, and desserts daily, he guarantees a great start, middle, and finish to every meal.

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off limits — so you’ll have to content yourself with the USDA Prime beef, the eatery’s star attraction. If steak isn’t in the plan, pork and veal chops and succulent seafood will satisfy the most discriminating of palates. And at Donovan’s, fresh seasonal vegetables and your choice of potato are included with each entrée. Donovan’s of La Jolla 1250 Prospect St. (858) 450-6666 donovanssteakhouse.com

0 Best Sunday Brunch

The Shores

Living Room Coffeehouse

Living RoomCoffeehouse 1010 Prospect St. (858) 459-1187 livingroomcafe.com

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The Living Room has truly lived up to its name in La Jolla. The café has drawn young and old alike to sip tea, coffee and deluxe smoothies in a homey ambiance furnished with antique, ornate coaches and wooden tables. Patrons find the communal atmosphere inspiring and relaxing; you’ll find groups of friends smoking the hookah on the upstairs patio and others poring over books in the back. Scrumptious desserts are available, along with wine, beer, cocktails and hookah tobacco. Enjoy the views from the second floor ocean view room and don’t miss happy hour every day from 12-6 p.m. offering bottled & draft beer, wine, mimosas and well drinks Monday— all day! Try our daily lunch special. Open late every day 'til 2 AM every day.

A local lady regaled everybody with a story about some scuttled Mother’s Day plans and how she’d prayed for a lastminute opening here -wouldn’t you know her entreaty was answered for all 712 members of her family. Not only is this iconic restaurant’s food the best in the universe; so’s the service, even on an excrutiatingly busy day like hers. No word on whether the party was treated to a show of the ocean waves on the windows. It probably was.

0 Best Sushi

Sushi on the Rock The buzz on this 10-year-old staple says the chefs are “crazy.” We’re assured, however, that there’s no truth to that in the literal sense — it only means they’re creative and innovative. They have a lot to work with, too. Sushi on the Rock serves just about every kind of raw fish you can imagine, especially the spicy and Southwestern combos, and that means those “crazy” chefs have lots more material for their concoctions. Even now, the place is introducing several new specialty rolls, and there’s a house sake to wash it all down with. Sushi On the Rock 1025 Prospect St. (858) 459-3208 sushiontherock.com

Porkyland expanded to La Jolla and was opened in the 1990's. Porkyland takes pride in every dish we serve and are thrilled to be voted the Best Take Out and a favorite for Burrito and Fast Food (Mexican) in the La Jolla Village. Our carnitas and Mexican cuisine has become a family favorite for all generations alike. We also offer catering so you can enjoy our authentic Mexican cuisine anywhere for any party or wedding. Visit our new location in Carmel Valley where we can serve even more of our appreciative customers. Porkyland 1030 Torrey Pines Road (858) 459-1708 goporkyland.com

0 Best Thai

Spice & Rice Thai Kitchen

0 Best Take-Out (tie)

Don Carlos (See entry under Best Burrito)

This establishment offers a tantalizing menu and a clean-air approach to dining. Be warned: Many of the dishes are on the spicy side, like those in many Thai restaurants. The kitchen is accommodating and will moderate the seasoning to suit your taste. Most dishes can be made as a vegetarian version. Prices are quite appealing, and the Thai salads are excellent. Enjoy a little spice and rice in your life. Spice & Rice Thai Kitchen 7734-C Girard Ave. 456-0466 spiceandricethaikitchen.com

Voted Best Breakfast The Cottage

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The Cottage is a quintessential La Jolla destination beloved by locals, tourists, the young, the old, regulars and newcomers alike. Set in the historic Columbine cottage built in the early 1900s, The Cottage serves up an exceptional breakfast and lunch on a sun-drenched patio. Its gourmet omelets, stuffed French toast, healthful muffins and trademark granola are memorable and worth the weekend wait, which is sweetened by the coffee and cake samples offered to those milling on the sidewalk waiting for a table. Now open for dinner five nights a week and is also available for rent for parties and receptions year-round. The Cottage 7702 Fay Ave. (858) 454-8409 • cottagelajolla.com

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The French Gourmet! Catering u Restaurant u Bakery u Wine Boutique • Full service or catering-to-go in the cuisine of your choice • California-French Cuisine in a casual setting • Traditional French pastries, baguettes, croissants, pâtés, cheeses, and more! • $27.95 3-course prix fixe dinner menu

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Lean and Green Café (See entry under Best Healthy Dining)

Best Wings

Hennessey’s Tavern Every tavern seems to do spicy buffalo chicken wings these days, and they're probably pretty good for the most part – but for your money, Hennessey's corners the market, and the staff isn't telling how. Maybe they, like, put something illegal in the chicken or the spice or both; that might account for one hungry guy's actual teleportation to Ireland, where the venue's motif comes from (it was on the news and everything). Or maybe it's that wings go with just about everything, which is also in ample supply at Hennessey's. You can ponder the reasons to your heart's content here; there's even a fire pit to help shed some light. Hennessey’s 7811 Herschel Ave. (858) 551-8772 hennesseystavern.com

0 Best Wine Bar

We Olive Wine Bar & Gourmet Foods (See entry under Best Wine Shop)

0 Best Wine Selection

Nine-Ten (See entry under Best Service)

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We Olive Wine Bar & Gourmet Foods The We Olive store and wine bar is located on Prospect Street in the heart of downtown La Jolla. Perched above La Jolla Cove. Enjoy the wine tasting on the balcony with stunning ocean and coastal views. They also feature complimentary tastings of all of their California extra virgin olive oils, vinegars, and gourmet foods. That’s right…you always get to try before you buy! We Olive Wine Bar & Gourmet Foods 1158 Prospect St. (858) 551-8250 weolive.com

0 Best Frozen Yogurt

Froglander’s With the smoothest frozen yogurt around and a range of fruit, candy and fudge toppings that would rival Willy Wonka’s chocolate factory, a stop by Froglander’s on Pearl Street is a delicious idea. With flavors rotating every two to three days, it’s always a pleasant surprise what you’ll see on tap at Froglanders. The endless list of toppings — ranging from healthful options like nuts, granola and fruit to sweeter indulgences like candies, chocolate and syrups — make for a frozen treat that caters to any La Jollan’s sweet tooth. Free delivery with $9 order. Froglander’s 915 Pearl St. (858) 459-3764 froglanders.com

Voted Best Ocean View The Marine Room 2000 Spindrift Drive (858) 459-7222 marineroom.com

The Marine Room Celebrating 75 Years of “Surfside Sophistication.”Since 1941, one symbol has stood for the most exquisite dining experience in San Diego. The Seahorse symbol of The Marine Room. During this time, The Marine Room has earned countless accolades. Renown critics have described its privileged setting on La Jolla’s finest beach and the thrill of being “eye-level” with the crashing surf at high tide. The culinary artistry of Executive Chef Bernard Guillas and Chef de Cuisine Ron Oliver has been called “world-class” for its devotion to fresh seafood, seasonal variety, hand-selected local ingredients and award-winning desserts. Others have defined the experience as “sophistication with a sense of delight.” But their greatest satisfaction comes simply from serving their guests—who come to celebrate the joy of life with good company, a perfectlyprepared meal, and a golden Pacific sunset to call their own. Join them for their 75th Anniversary, a year dedicated to the making of memorable experiences.

The Pinnale of Pancakes - san diego magazine

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“World Famous Apple Pancake”

Thank you for Voting! Gold

Gold

Best Omelette

Best Breakfast

A short list of

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Richard’s Favorites

Baked OMELETTES

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WESTERN WITH CHEESE

FRESH FRENCH STRAWBERRY CREPES

Ham, onions and bell peppers

Crepes are wrapped around fresh juicy strawberries, topped with tropical sauce

BELGIAN

Waffles

Gourmet GRIDDLE CAKES

BACON WAFFLE richardwalkers.com

Creperie

49ERS FLAP JACKS

Crisp bacon cooked inside a golden brown waffle

3 Big, chewy pancakes from the gold rush

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