09/13/08

Must try!

by Poppet

After reading about the popularity of this restaurant and the need to book two days in advance, I was suprised to find the restaurant almost empty...course, it was a Wednesday evening. Still, that just meant better service for us! Everything was top notch - absolutely delicious food, attentive service and good music completed the ambiance.

You won't be disappointed if you try this restaurant - though I'm not a popcorn person, even that was phenomenal!

• Pros: Comfortable banquettes, phenomenal food and drink, attentive service, lovely ambiance
• Cons: Unfortunately, no view of the water

08/27/08

Trendy Design, Excellent Staff and Delectable Food!

by anc0065

I have visited San Diego a few times, and Blanca has by far been my favorite restaurant. As soon as you walk into Blanca, visitors are aesthetically pleased by well-done interior. Diners can either choose to sit in the lounge or fine dining area. Blanca is a preferable choice for either dates or if visitors coming in with a group from the races at Del Mar! Blanca definitely defines class without being too stiff. The staff is friendly, professional and experienced. The talented chef welcomed us with samples, and offers a diverse menu. I had the bacon-wrapped scallops, which I highly recommend. Guests will also be pleased with wine and cocktail options. My watermelon mojito was fresh and delicious. Blanca is moderately priced, and worth every single penny. I would definitely make Blanca your next restaurant visit!

05/25/08

Blanca Delivers

by fatgirl2000

My wife and I went to Blanca to celebrate our wedding anniversary. Fine dining is a rare occasion for us, and Blanca did not disappoint. I'm probably not the right person to notice if the sommelier rotated the bottle in the correct direction when pouring, nor am I someone who would be 100% comfortable with that waiter following me around holding my napkin for me. But I can tell you that the Blanca wait staff was extremely friendly and attentive, and that the food was amazing. We ordered the Chef's Tasting Menu, which really hit-the-mark in that each successive course kept us wanting more (from a quantity perspective), but left us completely satisfied at the end of the well-rounded, complimentary-yet-themed meal. Yes, we had our favorites (squash blossom soup), and not-so-favorites (crispy petaluma quail). But I think that the whole point of this little culinary adventure was to identify new and interesting flavor profiles that really worked for us. Blanca delivered on this objective, and we plan to return. Note - I recommend reserving a booth when planning for more intimate conversation, as the central tables seemed to be filled with larger parties and a little more "celebration and bustle".