22 Best Restaurants in Oceanside

Oceanside is a coastal city in San Diego County that's known for it's "Old California" history and laid-back beach cool vibe. You'll find a mix or surfers, skaters, sailors, and military families – some who are lucky enough to live in the Oceanside homes for sale. If you're looking for the best restaurants in Oceanside, we've got you covered. To help you find the best restaurants located near you in Oceanside, we put together our own list Top Restaurants in Oceanside, California, as recommended by experts & visitors.

Oceanside’s Best Restaurants:

The top rated restaurants in Oceanside, CA are:

  1. The Miller's Table – Located at 514 S Coast Hwy a, rated 4.9 by 162 people
  2. Shootz Fish And Beer – Located at 602 S Tremont St STE 101, rated 4.9 by 55 people
  3. The Plot – Located at 1733 S Coast Hwy, rated 4.8 by 293 people
  4. In-N-Out Burger – Located at 4605 Frazee Rd, rated 4.7 by 3,078 people
  5. Guahan Grill – Located at 4259 Oceanside Blvd #104, rated 4.7 by 498 people
  6. ... Show more places (17)

11. Teri Cafe

Teri Cafe
Japanese Fare In Hawaiian-Inspired Space

Hearty portions of Japanese mainstays like teriyaki & noodles served in a festive setting. Teri Cafe, the 1st restaurant in our best restaurants list, received a score of 4.5 from 1,525 reviews. This Japanese restaurant is located at 2216 S El Camino Real UNIT 123 and is currently closed, will reopen at 10:30 on Friday.

Products/Services:Japanese restaurant, Ramen restaurant, Restaurant, Sushi restaurant and Udon noodle restaurant

REVIEWS:

90% like it (1525 votes)

Teri Cafe location:

Address: 2216 S El Camino Real UNIT 123 Oceanside, CA 92054 United States Map, Directions
Phone: 760-722-8399
Website: Visit Website

OPENING HOURS:

Teri Cafe closed since Thursday 20:30. It will re-open at Friday 10:30

Day Hours
Monday 10:30-20:30
Tuesday 10:30-20:30
Wednesday 10:30-20:30
Thursday 10:30-20:30
Friday 10:30-20:30
Saturday 11:00-20:30
Sunday 11:00-20:30

FEATURES:

    Ambience:
  • ✓ Cosy
  • ✓ Casual
    Amenities:
  • ✓ Bar on site
  • ✓ High chairs
  • ✓ Toilets
  • ✓ Good for kids
    Accepted Payments:
  • ✓ NFC mobile payments
    Favored for:
  • ✓ Dinner
  • ✓ Lunch
  • ✓ Solo dining
    Highlights:
  • ✓ Great tea selection
  • ✓ Fast service
  • ✓ Sport
    Offerings:
  • ✓ Alcohol
  • ✓ Beer
  • ✓ Coffee
  • ✓ Vegetarian options
  • ✓ Wine
  • ✓ Happy-hour drinks
  • ✓ Healthy options
  • ✓ Kids' menu
  • ✓ Small plates
  • ✓ Quick bite
    Options for dining:
  • ✓ Dinner
  • ✓ Dessert
  • ✓ Lunch
  • ✓ Catering
  • ✓ Seating
    Service possibilities:
  • x Delivery
  • ✓ Takeaway
  • ✓ Dine-in
    Kind of Crowd:
  • ✓ Groups
  • ✓ Tourists
  • ✓ Family friendly
  • ✓ LGBTQ+ friendly
  • ✓ University students
  • ✓ Transgender safe space
    Accessibility:
  • ✓ Wheelchair-accessible car park
  • ✓ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • ✓ Wheelchair-accessible seating
  • ✓ Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Miramar Fish Tacos & Beer
Casual Mexican Seafood Spot In Snug Digs

Mexican seafood & craft brews are the speciality at this compact joint with an informal atmosphere. Miramar Fish Tacos & Beer, the 2nd restaurant in our best restaurants list, received a score of 4.5 from 1,034 reviews. This Mexican restaurant is located at 41 Douglas Dr and is currently closed, will reopen at 11:00 on Friday.

Products/Services:Mexican restaurant, Bar & grill, Fish and seafood restaurant, Restaurant, Seafood restaurant and Taco restaurant

REVIEWS:

90% like it (1034 votes)

Miramar Fish Tacos & Beer location:

Address: 41 Douglas Dr Oceanside, CA 92058 United States Map, Directions
Phone: 760-721-2147
Website: Visit Website

OPENING HOURS:

Miramar Fish Tacos & Beer closed since Thursday 21:00. It will re-open at Friday 11:00

Day Hours
Monday Closed
Tuesday 11:00-21:00
Wednesday 11:00-21:00
Thursday 11:00-21:00
Friday 11:00-21:00
Saturday 11:00-21:00
Sunday 11:00-21:00

FEATURES:

    Ambience:
  • ✓ Cosy
  • ✓ Casual
    Amenities:
  • ✓ Bar on site
  • ✓ High chairs
  • ✓ Toilets
  • ✓ Good for kids
    Accepted Payments:
  • ✓ Debit cards
  • ✓ NFC mobile payments
    Favored for:
  • ✓ Dinner
  • ✓ Lunch
  • ✓ Solo dining
    Offerings:
  • ✓ Alcohol
  • ✓ Beer
  • ✓ Cocktails
  • ✓ Comfort food
  • ✓ Late-night food
  • ✓ Wine
  • ✓ Happy-hour drinks
  • ✓ Happy-hour food
  • ✓ Healthy options
  • ✓ Kids' menu
  • ✓ Small plates
  • ✓ Quick bite
    Options for dining:
  • ✓ Dessert
  • ✓ Catering
    Service possibilities:
  • ✓ Kerbside pickup
  • ✓ Delivery
  • ✓ Takeaway
  • ✓ Dine-in
  • ✓ Outdoor seating
    Kind of Crowd:
  • ✓ Groups
  • ✓ Tourists
  • ✓ University students
    Accessibility:
  • ✓ Wheelchair-accessible car park
  • ✓ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • ✓ Wheelchair-accessible seating
  • ✓ Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Ocean Thai Cuisine
Relaxed Spot For Traditional Thai Eats

Casual environment for an array of traditional Thai eats in a mellow, family-friendly dining room. Ocean Thai Cuisine, the 3rd restaurant in our best restaurants list, received a score of 4.5 from 267 reviews. This Thai restaurant is located at 2455 Vista Way F and is currently closed, will reopen at 11:00 on Friday.

Products/Services:Thai restaurant and Restaurant

REVIEWS:

90% like it (267 votes)

Ocean Thai Cuisine location:

Address: 2455 Vista Way F Oceanside, CA 92054 United States Map, Directions
Phone: 760-722-9779
Website: Visit Website

OPENING HOURS:

Ocean Thai Cuisine closed since Thursday 21:00. It will re-open at Friday 11:00

Day Hours
Monday Closed
Tuesday 11:00-21:00
Wednesday 11:00-21:00
Thursday 11:00-21:00
Friday 11:00-22:00
Saturday 11:00-22:00
Sunday 11:00-21:00

FEATURES:

    Ambience:
  • ✓ Cosy
  • ✓ Casual
    Amenities:
  • ✓ High chairs
  • ✓ Toilets
  • ✓ Good for kids
    Favored for:
  • ✓ Dinner
  • ✓ Solo dining
  • ✓ Lunch
    Highlights:
  • ✓ Great tea selection
    Offerings:
  • ✓ Alcohol
  • ✓ Coffee
  • ✓ Comfort food
  • ✓ Vegetarian options
  • ✓ Healthy options
  • ✓ Small plates
  • ✓ Quick bite
  • ✓ Vegan options
    Options for dining:
  • ✓ Dinner
  • ✓ Dessert
  • ✓ Lunch
    Plan your visit:
  • ✓ Accepts reservations
    Service possibilities:
  • ✓ Delivery
  • ✓ Takeaway
  • ✓ Dine-in
    Kind of Crowd:
  • ✓ Groups
  • ✓ Tourists
    Accessibility:
  • ✓ Wheelchair-accessible car park
  • ✓ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • ✓ Wheelchair-accessible seating
  • ✓ Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Pacific Coast Spirits & Kitchen
Fourth Best Restaurant in Oceanside

Pacific Coast Spirits & Kitchen, the 4th restaurant in our best restaurants list, received a score of 4.5 from 160 reviews. This Restaurant is located at 404 S Coast Hwy and is currently closed, will reopen at 11:00 on Friday.

Products/Services:Restaurant, Cocktail bar, Distillery and Event venue

REVIEWS:

90% like it (160 votes)

Pacific Coast Spirits & Kitchen location:

Address: 404 S Coast Hwy Oceanside, CA 92054 United States Map, Directions
Phone: 760-453-7150
Website: Visit Website

OPENING HOURS:

Pacific Coast Spirits & Kitchen closed since Thursday 21:00. It will re-open at Friday 11:00

Day Hours
Monday Closed
Tuesday 11:00-21:00
Wednesday 11:00-21:00
Thursday 11:00-21:00
Friday 11:00-21:00
Saturday 11:00-21:00
Sunday 10:00-20:00

FEATURES:

    Ambience:
  • ✓ Cosy
  • ✓ Casual
    Amenities:
  • ✓ Bar on site
  • ✓ High chairs
  • ✓ Toilets
  • ✓ Good for kids
    Accepted Payments:
  • ✓ Debit cards
    Highlights:
  • ✓ Great cocktails
  • ✓ Sport
    Offerings:
  • ✓ Alcohol
  • ✓ Beer
  • ✓ Cocktails
  • ✓ Coffee
  • ✓ Comfort food
  • ✓ Spirits
  • ✓ Vegetarian options
  • ✓ Wine
  • ✓ Kids' menu
  • ✓ Small plates
  • ✓ Organic dishes
    Options for dining:
  • ✓ Dinner
  • ✓ Dessert
  • ✓ Lunch
  • ✓ Seating
  • ✓ Brunch
    Plan your visit:
  • ✓ Accepts reservations
    Service possibilities:
  • ✓ Takeaway
  • ✓ Dine-in
  • ✓ Outdoor seating
    Kind of Crowd:
  • ✓ Groups
  • ✓ Tourists
  • ✓ Family friendly
  • ✓ LGBTQ+ friendly
    Accessibility:
  • ✓ Wheelchair-accessible car park
  • ✓ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • ✓ Wheelchair-accessible seating
  • ✓ Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Johnny Mañana's
Mexican Favorites In A Laid-Back Setup

Counter-serve Mexican stop offering breakfast plates, tacos & nachos in a chill space with a patio. Johnny Mañana's, the 5th restaurant in our best restaurants list, received a score of 4.4 from 954 reviews. This Mexican restaurant is located at 308 Mission Ave and is currently closed, will reopen at 09:00 on Friday.

Products/Services:Mexican restaurant, Bar, Bar & grill, Fast food restaurant and Restaurant

REVIEWS:

88% like it (954 votes)

Johnny Mañana's location:

Address: 308 Mission Ave Oceanside, CA 92054 United States Map, Directions
Phone: 760-721-9999
Website: Visit Website

OPENING HOURS:

Johnny Mañana's closed since Thursday 21:00. It will re-open at Friday 09:00

Day Hours
Monday 09:00-21:00
Tuesday 09:00-21:00
Wednesday 09:00-21:00
Thursday 09:00-21:00
Friday 09:00-22:00
Saturday 09:00-22:00
Sunday 09:00-21:00

FEATURES:

    Ambience:
  • ✓ Cosy
  • ✓ Casual
    Amenities:
  • ✓ Bar on site
  • ✓ High chairs
  • ✓ Toilets
  • ✓ Good for kids
    Accepted Payments:
  • ✓ Debit cards
  • ✓ NFC mobile payments
    Favored for:
  • ✓ Breakfast
  • ✓ Dinner
  • ✓ Lunch
  • ✓ Solo dining
    Highlights:
  • ✓ Live music
  • ✓ Sport
    Offerings:
  • ✓ Alcohol
  • ✓ Beer
  • ✓ Cocktails
  • ✓ Coffee
  • ✓ Comfort food
  • ✓ Vegetarian options
  • ✓ Wine
  • ✓ Happy-hour drinks
  • ✓ Happy-hour food
  • ✓ Healthy options
  • ✓ Small plates
  • ✓ Quick bite
    Options for dining:
  • ✓ Dinner
  • ✓ Dessert
  • ✓ Lunch
  • ✓ Catering
  • ✓ Seating
  • ✓ Brunch
  • ✓ Breakfast
    Plan your visit:
  • ✓ Accepts reservations
    Service possibilities:
  • ✓ Kerbside pickup
  • ✓ Delivery
  • ✓ Takeaway
  • ✓ Dine-in
  • ✓ Outdoor seating
    Kind of Crowd:
  • ✓ Groups
  • ✓ Tourists
  • ✓ Family friendly
  • ✓ University students
    Accessibility:
  • ✓ Wheelchair-accessible car park
  • ✓ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • ✓ Wheelchair-accessible seating
  • ✓ Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Masters Kitchen and Cocktail
American Fare & Drinks In Lofty Digs

Set in a former car repair shop, this stylish, airy spot serves American cuisine & craft cocktails. Masters Kitchen And Cocktail, the 6th restaurant in our best restaurants list, received a score of 4.3 from 685 reviews. This Restaurant is located at 208 S Coast Hwy and is currently closed, will reopen at 16:00 on Friday.

Products/Services:Restaurant, American restaurant, Bar, Bar & grill, Cocktail bar, Family restaurant, New American restaurant, Pub, Seafood restaurant and Wine bar

REVIEWS:

86% like it (685 votes)

Masters Kitchen and Cocktail location:

Address: 208 S Coast Hwy Oceanside, CA 92054 United States Map, Directions
Phone: 760-231-6278
Website: Visit Website

OPENING HOURS:

Masters Kitchen And Cocktail closed since Thursday 22:00. It will re-open at Friday 16:00

Day Hours
Monday Closed
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday 16:00-22:00
Thursday 16:00-22:00
Friday 16:00-22:00
Saturday 16:00-22:00
Sunday 10:00-16:00

FEATURES:

    Ambience:
  • ✓ Cosy
  • ✓ Upmarket
  • ✓ Casual
    Amenities:
  • ✓ Bar on site
  • ✓ High chairs
  • ✓ Toilets
  • ✓ Good for kids
    Accepted Payments:
  • ✓ Debit cards
  • ✓ NFC mobile payments
    Favored for:
  • ✓ Dinner
  • ✓ Lunch
  • ✓ Solo dining
    Highlights:
  • ✓ Great dessert
  • ✓ Live music
  • ✓ Great cocktails
  • ✓ Sport
  • ✓ Great beer selection
  • ✓ Great wine list
    Offerings:
  • ✓ Alcohol
  • ✓ Beer
  • ✓ Cocktails
  • ✓ Coffee
  • ✓ Comfort food
  • ✓ Late-night food
  • ✓ Spirits
  • ✓ Vegetarian options
  • ✓ Wine
  • ✓ Happy-hour drinks
  • ✓ Happy-hour food
  • ✓ Healthy options
  • ✓ Small plates
  • ✓ Organic dishes
    Options for dining:
  • ✓ Dinner
  • ✓ Dessert
  • ✓ Lunch
  • ✓ Counter service
  • ✓ Seating
  • ✓ Brunch
    Plan your visit:
  • ✓ Accepts reservations
    Service possibilities:
  • ✓ Kerbside pickup
  • x Delivery
  • ✓ Takeaway
  • ✓ Dine-in
  • ✓ Outdoor seating
    Kind of Crowd:
  • ✓ Groups
  • ✓ Tourists
  • ✓ Family friendly
  • ✓ LGBTQ+ friendly
  • ✓ University students
  • ✓ Transgender safe space
    Accessibility:
  • ✓ Wheelchair-accessible car park
  • ✓ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • ✓ Wheelchair-accessible seating
  • ✓ Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Panda Express
Simple Chinese Fast-Food Chain

Fast-food chain for Chinese standards, including some health-conscious options. Panda Express, the 7th restaurant in our best restaurants list, received a score of 4.2 from 477 reviews. This Chinese restaurant is located at 47 Douglas Dr and is currently closed, will reopen at 10:00 on Friday.

Products/Services:Chinese restaurant, Asian restaurant, Fast food restaurant and Restaurant

REVIEWS:

84% like it (477 votes)

Panda Express location:

Address: 47 Douglas Dr Oceanside, CA 92054 United States Map, Directions
Phone: 760-967-9006
Website: Visit Website

OPENING HOURS:

Panda Express closed since Thursday 21:30. It will re-open at Friday 10:00

Day Hours
Monday 10:00-21:30
Tuesday 10:00-21:30
Wednesday 10:00-21:30
Thursday 10:00-21:30
Friday 10:00-22:00
Saturday 10:00-22:00
Sunday 10:00-22:00

FEATURES:

    Ambience:
  • ✓ Casual
    Amenities:
  • ✓ High chairs
  • ✓ Toilets
  • ✓ Good for kids
    Accepted Payments:
  • ✓ NFC mobile payments
    Favored for:
  • ✓ Dinner
  • ✓ Lunch
  • ✓ Solo dining
    Highlights:
  • ✓ Fast service
    Offerings:
  • ✓ Comfort food
  • ✓ Vegetarian options
  • ✓ Healthy options
  • ✓ Kids' menu
  • ✓ Small plates
  • ✓ Quick bite
    Options for dining:
  • ✓ Dinner
  • ✓ Lunch
  • ✓ Catering
    Service possibilities:
  • ✓ Delivery
  • ✓ Takeaway
  • ✓ Dine-in
  • ✓ Outdoor seating
  • ✓ Drive-through
    Kind of Crowd:
  • ✓ Groups
  • ✓ Tourists
  • ✓ Family friendly
  • ✓ University students
    Accessibility:
  • ✓ Wheelchair-accessible car park
  • ✓ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • ✓ Wheelchair-accessible seating
  • ✓ Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Wienerschnitzel
Chain For Hot Dogs & Other Fast Foods

Fast-food chain featuring a variety of hot dogs, plus chili burgers & sandwiches. Wienerschnitzel, the 8th restaurant in our best restaurants list, received a score of 4.2 from 334 reviews. This Fast food restaurant is located at 1960 Oceanside Blvd and is currently closed, will reopen at 10:00 on Friday.

Products/Services:Fast food restaurant, American restaurant, Hot dog restaurant, Ice cream shop and Restaurant

REVIEWS:

84% like it (334 votes)

Wienerschnitzel location:

Address: 1960 Oceanside Blvd Oceanside, CA 92054 United States Map, Directions
Phone: 760-754-1909
Website: Visit Website

OPENING HOURS:

Wienerschnitzel closed since Friday 00:00. It will re-open at Friday 10:00

Day Hours
Monday 10:00-00:00
Tuesday 10:00-00:00
Wednesday 10:00-00:00
Thursday 10:00-00:00
Friday 10:00-00:00
Saturday 10:00-00:00
Sunday 10:00-00:00

FEATURES:

    Ambience:
  • ✓ Casual
    Amenities:
  • ✓ Toilets
  • ✓ Good for kids
    Accepted Payments:
  • ✓ NFC mobile payments
    Favored for:
  • ✓ Dinner
  • ✓ Solo dining
  • ✓ Lunch
    Highlights:
  • ✓ Fast service
    Offerings:
  • ✓ Late-night food
  • ✓ Kids' menu
  • ✓ Quick bite
    Options for dining:
  • ✓ Dinner
  • ✓ Dessert
  • ✓ Lunch
    Service possibilities:
  • ✓ Delivery
  • ✓ Takeaway
  • ✓ Dine-in
  • ✓ Outdoor seating
  • ✓ Drive-through
    Kind of Crowd:
  • ✓ Groups
    Accessibility:
  • ✓ Wheelchair-accessible car park
  • ✓ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • ✓ Wheelchair-accessible toilet
La Perla Tapatia
Ninth Best Restaurant in Oceanside

La Perla Tapatia, the 9th restaurant in our best restaurants list, received a score of 4.1 from 179 reviews. This Mexican restaurant is located at 625 N Redondo Dr and is currently closed, will reopen at 07:00 on Friday.

Products/Services:Mexican restaurant and Restaurant

REVIEWS:

82% like it (179 votes)

La Perla Tapatia location:

Address: 625 N Redondo Dr Oceanside, CA 92057 United States Map, Directions
Phone: 760-722-4158

OPENING HOURS:

La Perla Tapatia closed since Thursday 20:00. It will re-open at Friday 07:00

Day Hours
Monday 07:00-20:00
Tuesday 07:00-20:00
Wednesday 07:00-20:00
Thursday 07:00-20:00
Friday 07:00-20:00
Saturday 06:00-20:00
Sunday 06:00-20:00

FEATURES:

    Ambience:
  • ✓ Casual
    Amenities:
  • ✓ Good for kids
    Accepted Payments:
  • ✓ NFC mobile payments
    Favored for:
  • ✓ Dinner
  • ✓ Solo dining
  • ✓ Lunch
  • ✓ Breakfast
    Offerings:
  • ✓ Comfort food
  • ✓ Small plates
  • ✓ Quick bite
    Options for dining:
  • ✓ Dinner
  • ✓ Dessert
  • ✓ Lunch
  • ✓ Catering
  • ✓ Breakfast
    Service possibilities:
  • x Delivery
  • ✓ Takeaway
  • ✓ Dine-in
    Accessibility:
  • ✓ Wheelchair-accessible car park
  • ✓ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
Valle Guadalupe Valley Kitchen
Tenth Best Restaurant in Oceanside

Valle Guadalupe Valley Kitchen, the 10th restaurant in our best restaurants list, received a score of 4.1 from 40 reviews. This Restaurant is located at 222 N Pacific St and is currently closed, will reopen at 16:00 on Friday.

Products/Services:Restaurant

REVIEWS:

82% like it (40 votes)

Valle Guadalupe Valley Kitchen location:

Address: 222 N Pacific St Oceanside, CA 92054 United States Map, Directions
Phone: 866-723-8906
Website: Visit Website

OPENING HOURS:

Valle Guadalupe Valley Kitchen closed since Thursday 21:00. It will re-open at Friday 16:00

Day Hours
Monday Closed
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday 16:00-21:00
Thursday 16:00-21:00
Friday 16:00-21:00
Saturday 16:00-21:00
Sunday 16:00-21:00

FEATURES:

    Ambience:
  • ✓ Cosy
  • ✓ Romantic
    Amenities:
  • ✓ Bar on site
  • ✓ Toilets
    Favored for:
  • ✓ Dinner
  • ✓ Solo dining
    Offerings:
  • ✓ Alcohol
  • ✓ Beer
  • ✓ Coffee
  • ✓ Wine
  • ✓ Small plates
    Options for dining:
  • ✓ Dinner
  • ✓ Dessert
    Plan your visit:
  • ✓ Accepts reservations
  • ✓ Dinner reservations recommended
    Service possibilities:
  • x Delivery
  • ✓ Dine-in
    Kind of Crowd:
  • ✓ Groups
  • ✓ Tourists
    Accessibility:
  • ✓ Wheelchair-accessible car park
  • ✓ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • ✓ Wheelchair-accessible seating
  • ✓ Wheelchair-accessible toilet