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Date night in Del Mar / Solana Beach

Where to eat, drink and end the night in Del Mar / Solana Beach.

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Planning a date night in Del Mar / Solana Beach? We track 16 spots here — places for dinner, bars, spots for dessert and things to do outdoors — and the best-rated of them are below, editors' picks first.

For one kind of night, the Del Mar / Solana Beach guides plan the whole evening: rooftop bars, live music venues and restaurants with a view, each with dinner and a last stop within walking distance.

The best date spots in Del Mar / Solana Beach

Editors' picks first, then by rating.

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What are the best date spots in Del Mar / Solana Beach?
Our top pick is Il Fornaio Del Mar, rated 4.8 out of 5. Gelato 101 and Glass Box are close behind.
Where should we eat in Del Mar / Solana Beach?
Try Il Fornaio Del Mar, Glass Box and Sbicca for dinner.
Where can we get a drink in Del Mar / Solana Beach?
Try Glass Box, Sbicca and En Fuego Cantina & Grill for cocktails.
Where can we get dessert in Del Mar / Solana Beach?
Try Gelato 101 for something sweet.
What's the most romantic spot in Del Mar / Solana Beach?
Gelato 101, Jimmy O's and Madison Gallery are the most romantic on this list.

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