Even those "not easily impressed" will be "blown away" by the French–New American "masterpieces", "magisterial" wine list and "sticker-shock prices" at this "class act" in a Solana Beach office complex; "bigger-than-life" chef-owner Jeffrey Strauss is a "great host", guiding "warm yet not intrusive" service in an "elegant, comfortable" space (decorated with "farm paintings") that attracts a...
Pamplemousse Grille has become a standard for excellence in the North County. Chef Jeffrey Strauss had years of experience as a New York caterer before gracing San Diego with his expertise. Drop into this casually elegant spot for lunch… Read More
Pamplemousse Grille Restaurant Review:
Pamplemousse Grille chef Jeffrey Strauss worked as a New York caterer before arriving in San Diego. Drop by this casually elegant spot for lunch and enjoy baked goat cheese and oven-roasted shiitakes with seasonal greens, or tomato confit with avocado and crab meat. Dinner gets more sumptuous; we suggest the Fanny Bay oysters on the half shell, mixed grill of game (smoked Muscovy duck breast,...
Fine French cuisine across from the Del Mar racetrack is a classic special occassion destination.:
In Short
Chef Jeffrey Strauss doesn't get too exotic. He selects familiar dishes, then aims to perfect them. At his fine dining establishment in Solana Beach, Strauss serves...