Things to do in Del Mar

Surfside Race Place

Hundreds of monitors for watching & betting on horse races, plus a bar, eatery & sports lounge.

Beachside Del Mar

Il Fornaio Del Mar

Upmarket chain for Italian dining, including freshly made pasta & bread from an in-house bakery.

Sea Grove Park

Oceanside park offering lawns for relaxing & picnicking along with beach access.

Del Mar Plaza

High-end, dog-friendly shopping plaza with specialty boutiques, gourmet restaurants & beauty salons.

Del Mar Fairgrounds

Del Mar Shopping Center

Brigantine Seafood & Oyster Bar

Casual, clubby seafood chain serving up surf 'n' turf, oysters on the half shell, fish tacos & more.

Coya Peruvian Secret

Patrons enjoy sophisticated Peruvian cuisine in an idyllic vine-covered cottage with patio seating.

Poseidon on the Beach

Waterfront restaurant with a patio on the sand offers seafood-centric fare & a variety of beers.

Flower Hill Promenade

Pacifica Del Mar

Upscale spot serving seafood, steak & pasta with ocean views & a bar with more than 200 vodkas.

Bird Rock Coffee Roasters - Torrey Pines

Whole Foods Market

Eco-minded chain with natural & organic grocery items, housewares & other products (most sell wine).

Powerhouse Park

Perched above a wide sandy beach, this green space has a children's playground & picnic areas.

En Fuego Cantina & Grill

Popular Mexican place drawing a diverse crowd with coastal-influenced cooking & creative margaritas.

Viewpoint Brewing Company

Spacious venue offering house-brewed beer & gastropub fare in an industrial-chic waterfront setting.

Del Mar Racing

Thoroughbred horseracing track hosts major meets & has stadium seating, trackside dining & suites.

Del Mar Dog Beach

Jake's Del Mar

Seaside eatery & bar with floor-to-ceiling windows has an upscale menu, Sunday brunch & grand views.