Jake’s — Del Mar, CA
Posted by Ben | Under Restaurants - Fun Times Wednesday Sep 10, 2008
Earlier this year, I was in La Jolla meeting with my California colleagues and they suggested a wonderful lunch spot… Jake’s. The drive from La Jolla to Del Mar alone is breathtaking. The Southern California coastline combines oceans and mountain (an interesting duo for a native Floridian!).
From the time I entered into the restaurant, I was taken by the sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean. Huge glass windows allow for breathtaking pictures of the big blue expanse of ocean. Jake’s could have served water and a toothpick and I would have rated it 5 star based on the view alone. However, the food is awesome too!
The menu is rather eclectic blending fresh seafood with a California twist. Each lunch special sounded terrific and offered something for everyone. Fresh tuna, roasted scallops, Caesar salad with grilled jumbo prawns… just a few of their delicacies.
Although our meal ended after only two hours, I could have stayed for a week. Southern California is a beautiful place and being able to combine it with a gourmet seafood meal thrust me into heaven. I haven’t a clue as to their prices because a corporate vendor was paying… however, it was worth whatever!
If are planning a trip to California, plan to spend a little time in the Del Mar area. Travel up the Pacific Coast Highway, stop at the various seaside vendors and just enjoy the beauty of God’s creation. The weather is generally an average of 72 degrees with no humidity.
NOTE: As I was preparing this review, I was surprised to learn that Jake’s is a sister restaurant to one that I love on Waikiki Beach.
