Del Mar

Start your morning at neighborhood favorites like Harry’s Coffee Shop, The Cottage, or Stratford Court Café — beloved for their coastal breakfast classics and open-air patios.

Del Mar Plaza anchors the village with luxury boutiques, art galleries, and ocean-view restaurants that embody laid-back elegance.

For oceanfront dining, Jake’s Del Mar and Poseidon Restaurant offer some of the best views (and seafood) on the California coast.
Locals gather at Monarch Ocean Pub for golden-hour cocktails and panoramic sunset views — a modern social hub just steps from the beach.

For an iconic Del Mar experience, L’Auberge Del Mar blends luxury, leisure, and coastal charm just steps from the sand. This historic oceanfront resort is home to Adelaide, its signature restaurant, where seasonal California cuisine is paired with sweeping Pacific views. Locals and visitors alike gravitate to the resort for sunset cocktails, weekend brunches, spa days, and live music, making L’Auberge a vibrant social and lifestyle centerpiece of the village.

A short drive inland, Flower Hill Promenade expands the lifestyle experience with designer shopping, wellness studios, and elevated eateries as well as a Whole Foods market. Residents also enjoy convenient access to One Paseo and Del Mar Highlands, two vibrant lifestyle centers offering upscale boutiques, fitness studios, cafés, and some of San Diego’s most popular restaurants.

Enjoy pristine beaches, surf spots and bluff walks that define Del Mar’s exceptional natural environment. Beaches including 15th Street Beach, Del Mar City Beach, and North Beach (Dog Beach.)

Visit the iconic facility at the Del Mar Fairgrounds, home to the world-famous Del Mar Thoroughbred Horse Races each summer and the San Diego County Fair, anchoring the community’s social and entertainment calendar.
Explore local parks, coastal trails, and scenic green spaces that celebrate outdoor living. Torrey Pines State Reserve offers coastal hikes and native flora, while Powerhouse and Sea Grove Parks provide beach access and recreation. The area’s trails and coastline are ideal for surfing, biking, and trail running, combining activity with stunning ocean views.

For golf enthusiasts, the area offers Torrey Pines Golf Course, a world-class public facility with championship views, as well as private courses including Del Mar Country Club, The Farms Golf Club, Fairbanks Ranch Country Club, and La Valle Coastal Club (Morgan Run), all featuring exceptional fairways, resort-style amenities, and exclusive club experiences.