rancho bernardo inn restaurants

A Tastemaker’s Paradise

Choose from an array of dining options where outdoor seating is in abundance. Artful, diverse, and casually sophisticated, our restaurants dare you to try something new and invite you to explore — in whatever way you are most comfortable. With a talented team running an award-winning culinary program and an onsite garden, having a meal and drinks at Rancho Bernardo Inn is always an experience.

Fall Dining Events

Classic Cocktail Supper Club

Thursday, October 8th | 6:00 pm | $165+ | AVANT

Begin with an assortment of passed chef-crafted canapés before settling into a thoughtfully curated four-course dinner, with each course paired with a classic cocktail selected for its history, character, and harmony with the evening's flavors. From the first sip to the final course, guests will be immersed in a celebration of culinary craftsmanship, seasonality, and the enduring appeal of cocktail culture.

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Fall Dining Events

The Last Drop Rum Dinner at AVANT

Thursday, September 17th | 6:00 pm | $195

AVANT invites guests to an exceptional evening dedicated to the artistry of fine rum and culinary excellence. In honor of the U.S. launch of The Last Drop Release No. 43, a rare 22-Year-Old Barbados Rum from Richard Seale's acclaimed Foursquare Distillery, this exclusive dinner brings together world-class spirits, expert storytelling, and elevated cuisine.

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Fall Dining Events

Oktoberfest At The Inn

Saturday, September 26th | 2:00 pm - 8:00 pm | Buena Vista Terrace

Raise a glass and celebrate the season at Rancho Bernardo Inn's Oktoberfest on Saturday, September 26. Join us for an afternoon of festive autumn flavors, refreshing beer selections, and a specially curated à la carte menu featuring classic Oktoberfest-inspired bites designed to pair perfectly with your favorite pour. Come gather, toast, and indulge.

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AVANT

Contemporary California Cuisine

Venture forward and transcend the ordinary with the bright new flavors of our seasonally driven menu — fresh from the sea, farm, and garden. Our signature restaurant is lively and sophisticated with a dash of daring. When you come to AVANT, you come to experience what tomorrow tastes like.

Hours
Tuesday – Saturday 5:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Bar:
Tuesday – Saturday 4:00 pm - 10:00 pm

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Veranda

Casual Dining with Spectacular Views

Join us for a casual meal and cocktails at this San Diego Restaurant with a stunning view. Relying on locally sourced ingredients, the new menu features Mediterranean dishes with a Southern California twist. A newly designed patio offers a place for al fresco dining or a spot to cozy up in plush lounge furniture by the outdoor fireplace.

Hours
Daily 7:00 am - 11:00 am
Daily 11:30 am - 9:30 pm

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Veranda Bar

Your Local Hangout Spot

With shuffleboard and five plasma TVs, the Veranda Bar is the perfect place to sink your teeth into delicious, comfort-food standards and craft brews.

Hours:
Sunday - Thursday 11:30 am - 10:30 pm
Friday - Saturday 11:30 am - 11:30 pm
Saturdays - Sundays Opening 10:00 am

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Café Granada

Coffee Shop & Cafe

Grab your morning Starbucks, some pastries, or a quick to-go meal. Located just off the lobby, this cozy dining spot offers house-made delicacies baked daily, as well as fresh salads, and grab-and-go sandwiches right next to a business center with high-speed internet. It also hosts local artists quarterly.

Hours:
Daily 6:00 am - 2:00 pm

In-Room Dining

So Many Flavors

In-Room Dining

Enjoy a meal in the comfort of your quarters, where you can choose to have a hearty breakfast before stepping out or unwind with a casual meal on the balcony. In-Room Dining is available daily.

Breakfast
7:30 am - 11:00 am
All-Day Menu
11:30 am - 10:00 pm

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At the Pool

Poolside Bites and Beverages

At the Pool

Pack your bag with all the pool-day essentials, including a room service menu. Read, relax, take a swim, but don't worry about lunch. We'll take that to your cabana, lounger, or wherever you happen to be at either the Santiago or Bernardo Pools.

Hours:
Bernardo & Santiago Pool (In-Room Dining Menu)
11:30 am - 5:00 pm
The Spa Pool
11:00 am - 4:00 pm

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Golf Grill

A Course With Flavor

Golf Grill

Grab coffee and a bite before hitting the links and celebrate a fantastic round of golf with some brews. With its extensive menu of classic breakfast options, lunch staples, and bar fare, Golf Grill offers a relaxing place to enjoy an easy meal with fantastic views.

Hours
6:30 am - 5:30 pm

Private Dining

Customized Just For You

Private Dining

Maybe you're celebrating your grandfather's 80th birthday with all his kids and grandkids, and maybe you're looking for a special, quiet place to pop the question. Our private dining venues offer the perfect setting to delight in Rancho Bernardo’s legendary cuisine in a festively unforgettable way.

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Our Talented Team

With unrelenting passion for what we eat and drink bolstered by years of experience honing their craft, our top-rated team of seasoned professionals runs a culinary program second to none.

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Eat Well to Live Well

At Rancho Bernardo Inn, we’re committed to designing menus around the season’s bounty. Taste the nutritiously fresh ingredients picked at the peak of their flavor from our very own Chef's Garden.

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Happy Hours At The Inn

The Veranda Bar pays homage to its origins as a spot for a post-round beer and sports talk among locals and guests. Its vintage-inspired interiors offer pub-style favorites, cocktails, beer, and wine by the glass. Enjoy Happy Hour from 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm with $5 beer and wine and a variety of $5 bites.

AVANT Bar also invites you to indulge in their Happy Hour, available Tuesday to Saturday from 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm. Enjoy select AVANT favorites like our Parker House Roll or Local Blue Fin Tuna. Plus, sip on our sommelier's wine selections, seasonal draft beer, or our daily punch.