Nick & G's Restaurant - Rancho Santa Fe, California

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Excelente lugar

Zan Lee

My family has lived in Rancho Santa Fe for over a decade so we have seen all the tenants of this space. Prior to Nick & G’s it was Delicias, which was a bit more homely, but Nick & G’s does specialize in steak so it really is a nice change. This part of town is very sleepy and easy to find parking and it’s never too crowded or too noisy. It is casual dining, but I think business casual would be most appropriate. Our server was very polite and we were able to be seated right when we arrived for a 6 PM dinner.

I have been to Nick & G’s a few times so I mix it up each time I visit but this most recent stop in I chose to start with the French Onion Soup, which was quite small but very good. For my entrée I chose the Filet Mignon which I did enjoy although I wish it would not have had as much demiglaze and spinach on top. I felt that it took away from the steak flavor. I really wanted to try the White Chocolate Bread Pudding for dessert but I was too full at the end of the meal so I plan to try it in the near future. Overall, I really love this part of town and it’s very close to where my family lives so it’s extremely convenient for us, but I would recommend to anyone looking for a great date spot or place to have dinner with friends or family.

Nicole Cloutier

So we are new to the ranch and we were looking for a local place to celebrate our anniversary. I drive past Nick & G's everyday and it always has such an inviting atmosphere. It did not disappoint. Real quick though... our hostess, Lindsay, 100% set the vibe for the evening and was so kind and fun she definitely made the night. It was quiet on a Tuesday, as expected, but still, it was a good place for an enjoyable, comfortable and relaxing evening. And the food was ah-ma-zing. I would totally recommend. Also, just found out they have live music on the weekend, so we might end up regulars. 😉

Dave Matthews

Wonderful neighborhood restaurant in Rancho Santa Fe (San Diego) that serves a creative menu, and has an incredibly friendly staff. We had a holiday dinner for our family and the staff made the meal! The food was outstanding, scallops were fresh, lobster Mac and Cheese was indulgent, and the salads were crisp and served just right. Atmosphere is 4 out of 5 only because the dining room got a bit loud, and the indoor/outdoor flow was great for casual - but hard for a conversation.

Bjornaman

Cramped seating, very slow service(prepare to wait up to an hour for your food), astronomical prices, astronomically small portions, average taste. Servers are pretty good. In my opinion this place has too much to improve for me to give any higher than 2 stars.

Savvy Rush

It felt like we were driving through the neighborhood in Rancho Santa Fe but when we reached the restaurant it was super cute. We were a group of 8 and we had requested outside seating. While they have a cute and cozy little patio, we were given a table kind of far down the side walk, by the intersection. The hostess was not friendly when I asked about alternate seating, maybe inside the restaurant. But then a minute later when my friend asked again, we were given the perfect corner seating inside the restaurant. And from that moment on, the whole experience was absolutely wonderful. We had the best service I have ever experienced. Our server was super friendly, attentive and most helpful. The spicy Rancho margarita, flower child and barrel aged Manhattan were all delicious. The bell pepper and goat cheese flatbread, crispy Brussels sprouts and fried calamari steak were yummy! And so were all our salads/entrees… antipasto salad, Belgian endive and Asian pear, the filet mignon, sea bass (fresh catch), chicken Alfredo without chicken, soup of the day. The restaurant was very accommodating of vegetarian diets and were willing to make certain menu items vegetarian. We were celebrating two milestone birthdays and they brought out free desserts with candles on top of what we ordered. Yummiest crème brûlée and bread pudding and carrot cake and brownies. What a wonderful evening it was! This restaurant is a great find and we will definitely visit again.

Eric Gotham

It was solid all the way around - food, service, and atmosphere.....but..... I was hoping for a little "more". I can get flatbreads, "crispy" brussel sprouts, and risotto anywhere. Don't get me wrong - everything we tried tasted REALLY good, but nothing was unique. Nick and G's has the location. It has the vibe. It has the client base. There's a need for something awesome. Go out on a limb. Get creative. Change things up. Take a chance and take us for a ride.

Henry Voros

Looking for an upscale date night destination? Well Nick & G’s is worthy of your consideration. The food was good, as was the ambiance and service. @nickandgs typically offers live music on Saturday nights, so plan accordingly if that appeals to you.

Our Review Team had only positives to share about their “Meatballs di Formaggio”appetizer, “Grilled Chicken Alfredo” and “Summer Vegetable Risotto” entrees, and “Profiteroles” and “Butterscotch Bread Pudding” desserts. While our meals weren’t inexpensive, our final bill was less than expected. Although this portion of Rancho Santa Fe is quite conducive to strolling with your someone special, keep in mind that RSF tends to roll up their sidewalks pretty early so factor that into your plans. And that’s…Henry’s Take. @henrystake