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Milton's Restaurant, Del Mar, CA
Milton's Restaurant, Del Mar, CA
Milton's Restaurant, Del Mar, CA
Milton's Restaurant, Del Mar, CA
Milton's Restaurant, Del Mar, CA

Milton's Restaurant

4.4
4.4
318 Reviews
$30 and under
American
Your hosts, David Levy and Barry Robbins, welcome you to their version of a traditional deli! When we opened in 1995 our goal was to remind our customers what a deli experience is like. From crunchy kosher pickles to piled high pastrami and corned beef sandwiches, steaming bowls of matzo ball soup, traditional brisket dinners and a bakery boasting homemade recipes, we hope to please our customers from start to finish. We work hard to source the best meats, vegetables, and ingredients all while developing new items to keep up with current culinary trends!

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2 people

7:00 p.m.


Booked 10 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Cuisines
    American, Sports Bar, Deli
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 9:00 am–6:30 pm Fri 9:00 am–7:30 pm Sat, Sun 8:00 am–7:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (858) 792-2225
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress Code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    David Levy
  • Neighbourhood
    Del Mar
  • Parking Details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 318 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.1Ambience
  • 4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • North San Diego

    Great for brunch

  • North San Diego

    Good for groups

318 Reviews
  1. ShelliC

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall2food1service4ambience2
    Meal was disappointing--ordered brisket and it was dry and tasteless, potato pancakes were also dry. Overall flavor was poor. Noise level was high--restaurant very crowded. Hostess was very good--friendly and helpful Waitress was good--helpful and cooperative

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  2. Baciamille

    San Diego

    6 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    We went for Rosh Hashanah dinner at $39 per person and they had to refund us, which I appreciate, but it was literally the worst, most inedible meal I’ve ever had from the soup and liver to grey, sad brisket and unseasoned steamed vegetables. I felt like I was in a prison. My son had a $20 burger than he ate half of and a $10 milkshake in a small glass that the waitress apologized was talking a long time because she had to make it herself.

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  3. healthdog

    San Diego

    8 reviews

    3.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on September 14, 2023

    overall3food3service2ambience4
    `I ordered the soup and half sandwich (corned beef on rye) Soup was sweet and sour Cabbage soup. Frankly it was fairly tasteless, and had non of the characteristics I would have expected from a sweet and sour dish. The sandwich was corned beef slapped between 2 slices of rye bread and was as dry as could be. I would think that Milton's would know how to properly prepare a tasty Corned Beef on Rye, but I was mistaken. We will probably go back there, but never order these items again.

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  4. SharonR

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Milton's is one of my favorite stops on the way down to San Diego. Tried and true, it never fails to meet our expectations.

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  5. WilliamJ

    San Diego

    4 reviews

    2.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 7, 2023

    overall2food1service1ambience2
    Service was slow and server Judi was inconsiderate. Sandwich was so salty I couldn’t eat and sent back to kitchen

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Central Coast

    4 reviews

    2.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 1, 2023

    overall2food2service3ambience4
    Will not come here again. Ordered sandwiches to-go to take to the races. The sandwiches are horrible. All 6 of us ordered sandwiches. We pretty much took a few bites and threw them away and bought food at the track. The sandwiches don’t come with anything on them. Pastrami is meat and bread. No pickle or mustard. Plus costs $20!! Turkey is meat and bread. No lettuce or tomatoes. Same with roast beef. Extremely expensive for plain bland sandwiches. Very disappointed.

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on August 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great to take my whole family to. Service was amazing. We were all taken care of.

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  8. SarS

    New York Area

    21 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on August 9, 2023

    overall2food2service3ambience2
    Milton's has a friendly enough staff (especially the host, who was very kind), but the restaurant itself has seen better days. Our food was sub-par at best, and inedible at worst. Better to stick to the classic deli fare here (some of us did not).

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  9. BarryS

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 31, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience3
    Milton's is close to the New York Style deli-restaurants that I grew up with in New Jersey. Good food. Good value. Good service.

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  10. shep

    New York Area

    14 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on July 29, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience3
    Milton's professes to be a classic NY Deli. The quality of the food is excellent. It is as close as one would expect in California. It is a very crowded and loud restaurant, however, and so the feel is not exactly what you'd see in New York City. It is right off of I-5 so certainly worth stopping for brunch and/or lunch if travelling between SD and Orange County like we were. We ordered the smoked salmon benedict that came on potato pancakes. They were excellent and not at all heavy. We've had the overstuffed sandwiches before as well and they are very good.

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  11. anthonyg

    Orange County

    18 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on July 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was great!

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  12. OpenTable Diner

    Dallas

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on July 24, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience3
    I ordered an eggs Benedict and the eggs came like they had been fried and barely turned over and not poached . the whites were very runny. I finally was able to hail down our server, and she had the eggs remade.and poached. Our guest’s omelette and avocado toast were very good. The Ambiences not great but it has a great reputation so we ate there. Prices are too high for value

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  13. Friendsfamikyfunfoodieya

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on July 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always a pleasure eating at Milton’s- a truly one of a kind family deli.

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  14. msenergy

    San Diego

    27 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on July 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    The Reuben sandwich is delicious. Best thing are the servers....they are upbeat, polite and friendly....not always the case today

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  15. robind

    Orange County

    15 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on July 7, 2023

    overall2food2service1ambience1
    The service was minimal…food was good…not great…just dropped at table with no extra plates for fries that were being shared…when paying the bill on their hand held device the tip options were 20%, 25% and 30%…and custom in smaller writing below…what happened to a tip being optional and based on service…not expected…my sandwich was $21…prices are off the charts right now and the expectations of large tips is just a slap in the face…

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  16. CarolynR

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great pastrami! They have gluten free bread -yay!!

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  17. kimb

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 11, 2023

    overall3food3service2ambience3
    Better service had to ask for more water and coffee

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  18. NancyL

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Incredibly inviting and friendly staff. A large menu that caters to any palette. Baked goods galore. Great family friendly restaurant. A hidden gem!

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  19. Somos4Sanchez

    San Diego

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great service and quick. Super nice hosts and very accommodating

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  20. ShelliK

    San Francisco

    16 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on May 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    They always greet you with a smile and the food is GREAT! Lots of variety and quick service!

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  21. SusanP

    New York Area

    17 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience3
    We are regulars at Milton’s because it is great Jewish deli food with excellent service! This is a rarity in San Diego! There are very few places you can go for just a sandwich and they offer a great breakfast all day. It’s been around for a very long time, and that’s because you know you are going to get a good quality meal with friendly service! Also, when you are done with your meal, they have a wonderful bakery, where you can always find something to take home!

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  22. LindaJ

    Phoenix

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    Food was delivered quickly. Matzo ball soup and corned beef sandwich were delicious. Would certainly go back.

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  23. KSRX

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Milton's consistently serves fabulous meals. Most recently I've had the 'difficult to find Monte Cristo sandwich. It was delicious and it was breakfast and lunch rolled into one. This visit I had the Reuben sandwich. I selected pastrami and I wasn't disappointed! The meat was a perfect combination of lean and fatty goodness. The bread was perfectly crunchy and the sauerkraut and cheese were an amazing blend that totally satisfied my tastebuds. This isn't a sandwich to eat every week or every month. It's THAT GOOD! To truly celebrate this gem, I may have it 3 times a year. A fantastic experience. I wholeheartedly recommend it.

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  24. EricD

    San Diego

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 30, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience5
    We had wanted to visit Milton's for a while, and took the opportunity when my brother and sister-in-law visited from out of town. Our reservation process was easy, and we were seated immediately upon arrival. Carson, the young server for our table was very nice and a pleasant young man. I ordered the meat loaf, and it was excellent! I enjoyed the mashed potatoes and steamed veggies as well. Unfortunately, my wife and my sister-in-law both ordered the pastrami sandwich. The sandwiches were visually appealing with a large stack of sliced pastrami, but they were both VERY dry and the breads were hard. My brother ordered the grilled chicken breasts and they arrived very pale, and with no grill marks or carmelization. The flavor was good, but the preparation was a bit off. After dinner, we visited the bakery counter and ordered several items. Again, the visuals were on point, but when consumed later at home, ALL of the bakery items seemed old and dried out! We will write this off as a one-time occurrence, and will visit Milton's again for comparison.

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  25. LoriA

    Orange County

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on April 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great experience! The service is outstanding and the menu is comprehensive. We like to bring home additional treats from the deli to take home.

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  26. HeartKauai

    San Diego

    21 reviews

    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent service. DELICIOUS Mish Mosh soup served hot with yummy Reuben rolls (a new favorite) & crispy fries. Cold drinks were welcome & tasty

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  27. Sunny

    San Diego

    34 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    34 reviews

    Dined on April 12, 2023

    overall4food3service5ambience4
    Very friendly and helpful staff. Food is expensive and not very imaginative. Diner food at high-end restaurant prices. Extensive menu but very limited on vegetarian, vegan and keto friendly dishes.

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  28. ScottC

    Yosemite

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Awesome people and awesome place with great food and value.

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  29. MDHTAH

    San Francisco

    24 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on April 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I always love Milton's for great food. We got very good service from Ian, as usual. After lunch or dinner, I typically visit the bakery case to bring home some delicious sweet treats.

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  30. RobinP

    Orange County

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 31, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food. I will definitely make the drive to come back.

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  31. ChristianK

    San Diego

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on March 26, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Extensive menu choices, top quality food, prepared and presented well, resonable value. Always a great meal at Miltons

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  32. Yellowcat

    San Diego

    18 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on March 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Milton's was its usual quality self. Service was prompt and courteous, the portions were most generous, and the waiter was attentive to my friend's birthday. Consistently good place!

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  33. SuzSen

    San Diego

    10 reviews

    3.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on March 19, 2023

    overall3food4service4ambience3
    Lots of food and huge sandwiches. Loved the pastrami sandwich and split pea soup. Huge menu. Restaurant is noisy.

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  34. Foodie

    Boise

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I have loved Milton's breads, crackers, and frozen food from Costco (the veggie lasagna was the best) and never knew there was a restaurant. This is THE only Milton's. It is fantastic. They have a deli/bakery where you can get bagels, bread, desserts, etc. And the restaurant side is great. Fun and wide menu. The sandwiches are great and big. The blintzes are scrumptious. The chicken and waffles delicious. The soups nourishing and like grandma used to make. The salads are hearty and yummy. I wish I could go back but I don't live there!

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  35. MBenfromSJ

    San Francisco

    12 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience3
    Food was decent. Cookies/desserts in their bakery was the highlight.

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  36. Michelle

    San Diego

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on March 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Server was so friendly and on top of everything!! Te food was served hot and fresh - the horseradish was the best!!

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  37. Paula

    San Diego

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 17, 2023

    overall3food2service1ambience3
    Past experiences at Milton’s have been much better. Service could have been better, I ordered soup that he forgot after asking a second time which one I wanted. The corned beef and cabbage was delicious but vegetables were cold. My partners sandwich could have warmer too.

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  38. OpenTable Diner

    Dallas

    5 reviews

    1.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on March 15, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    If there was an option to give it zero stars I would. Had a reservation for 6:45 PM and arrived at the restaurant to find it closed. I have seen other reviews that indicate they’ve had similar experiences. What is the deal?

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  39. HortenceS

    San Diego

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall3food2service4ambience3
    The food was served lukewarm instead of hot. The corned beef was dry and the cabbage was watery. The carrot cake was dry and seemed to be several days old.

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  40. HeartKauai

    San Diego

    21 reviews

    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Spencer was attentive & offered food selection recommendations. Order was accurate & timely; served hot and in generous portions

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitising

    • Surfaces sanitised between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitised menu provided
    • Sealed or wrapped utensils used
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitiser or wipes provided for customers
    • Contactless payment available
  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
    • Distancing maintained in common areas
    • Extra space between tables
  • Protective equipment

    • Waitstaff wear masks
    • Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Milton's Restaurant does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Milton's Restaurant also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (858) 792-2225.

Milton's Restaurant is rated 4.4 stars by 318 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 p.m.


Booked 10 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Milton's Restaurant

2660 Via de La Valle, Del Mar, CA 92014-1904

Additional information

  • Neighbourhood
    Del Mar
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu 9:00 am–6:30 pm Fri 9:00 am–7:30 pm Sat, Sun 8:00 am–7:30 pm
  • Cuisines
    American, Sports Bar, Deli
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress Code
    Business Casual
  • Parking Details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    David Levy
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, BYO Wine, Cafe, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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