With the longest day of the year a few weeks away, San Diegans are looking for unique ways to sip and savor their extra bit of daylight for the Summer Solstice on June 21st. Here are some local restaurants with epic patios to soak up the sunshine and dine alfresco:
Adelaide at L’Auberge Del Mar | Del Mar
An anchor in Del Mar’s dining scene, L’Auberge Del Mar’s signature restaurant, Adelaide, boasts seafood-forward dishes with locally-sourced ingredients to enjoy Coastal California cuisine alongside the best views of the Pacific. To take in the longer days and warmer sunshine, Adelaide has recently welcomed the return of L’Oyster Raw Bar every Wednesday from 5 to 8 pm with live music, craft tiki cocktails and fresh oysters, of course!
Vessel Restaurant + Bar at Kona Kai Resort & Spa | Shelter Island
Perched on the tip of Shelter Island, Vessel Restaurant & Bar serves up stellar, New American cuisine and views of its impressive 520 slip marina and the rolling Point Loma hillside. Guests can sit comfortably on the outdoor dining patio, enjoying the San Diego sunshine and the restaurant’s outstanding menu that features locally-sourced, seasonal and sustainable ingredients.
Covewood at San Diego Mission Bay Resort | Mission Bay
Set alongside the Mission Bay shoreline, Covewood – the signature restaurant at San Diego Mission Bay Resort – serves up unmatched bay views and coastal Californian fare. Fit with an expansive outdoor dining patio and cozy fireplace features, Covewood is an idyllic dining experience with a robust menu of fresh seafood and wood-grilled vegetables and impressive selection of craft cocktails and regionally-produced beers and wines.
Mustangs & Burros at Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa | La Jolla Tucked away in the quaint neighborhood of La Jolla, Estancia offers bountiful grounds and a Baja-inspired dining experience, Mustangs & Burros. A large fireplace and hanging lanterns warmly welcome guests looking to enjoy an elevated, “hacienda heaven” with a relaxed sense of community. This award-winning restaurant boasts shareable plates with locally-sourced ingredients and seasonal craft cocktails.
Tequila Bar & Grille at Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina | Downtown
Located in Downtown just steps from Gaslamp District and Seaport Village, Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina boasts an outstanding outdoor dining experience, Tequila Bar & Grille, that greets guests with stunning marina views and a beachy ambiance. Extending fresh Baja Cali cuisine and authentic margaritas, this restaurant encourages guests to dine poolside while enjoying the sweeping sights and coastal sounds of the San Diego Marina.
