Masters Kitchen and Cocktail

4.4 (468)

$30 and under

Californian

208 South Coast Highway, Oceanside, CA 92054

About this restaurant

Innovative
Neighbourhood gem
Great for creative cocktails

Masters Kitchen and Cocktail is located blocks from the beach in the heart of Oceanside, CA. An industrial space with classic history, Masters was once a well remembered drag car shop. The revamped restaurant keeps its authentic character, and offers a warm and inviting dining experience for a lovely escape from the sun and sand. A separate bar with communal seating serves traditional craft cocktails that sip and smell of the 1920s.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Californian, American, Lounge
Hours of Operation
Wed–Sat 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Brunch Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Sun 4:00 pm–9:30 pm
Phone number
(760) 231-6278
Website
http://www.mastersoceanside.com/#about
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
208 South Coast Highway, Oceanside, CA 92054
Area
Oceanside
Cross street
Topeka
Parking Details
Parking lot on south side of restaurant
Public transport
Bus, Coaster Station and Amtrak
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Reviews

OpenTable reviews from verified diners

Reviews from people who have dined at Masters Kitchen and Cocktail.

4.4

(468)

4.3Food
4.3Service
4.5Ambience
4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

458 Reviews

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Liz
Exclusive1 review
1.0
Dined on 17 August 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
As a rule, I don't write reviews but this time I simply must. I took my boyfriend here for his birthday (he picked the place) and was excited to have brunch together on his special day. The place looked nice and we were seated promptly. The menu had plenty of interesting items and we tried the ahi poki and their chips and salsa. Unfortunately, the salsa tasted like bottled sauce (Pace picante sauce?) so it was simply nothing special. However, when the poki arrived, rather than in a salad arrangement, it came in a stack. No biggie as I've enjoyed it many ways so I grabbed a chip and dug in only to taste. . . nothing, there was no flavor. It was chock full of jicama and every bite tasted just like nothing. I couldn't believe it. Our server came back around and we sent it back and he quickly told us that what we would like is the coconut shrimp. Sooo away went the poke and we were left to sip on our drinks, which were quite decent by the way, and wait for the shrimp to show. Eventually, the coconut shrimp showed up and our server gave us a big double thumbs up when he put the plate down, certain we'd like these. However, they weren't good either - hot, yes, but little flavor. VERY disappointing. So here is my rating overall 1-5: Ambience; 3 (after we sat down we could see our booth was only half finished, weird) Staff: 1 (little energy not professionally dressed, just not a good experience) Food: 0 - enough said Drinks: 4 decent quality and taste After looking forward to a great meal full of interesting courses, we couldn't bring ourselves to order anything else, it just would have been a waste. And, no, I cannot see us going back. What would be the point?
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Steve
San Diego1 review
5.0
Dined on 2 August 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great menu. Super casual with amazing g food. Great service. Super friendly staff. Highly recommend this place for a low key date night. . Pretty good happy hour food and drink menu too
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Sarah
San Diego3 reviews
3.0
Dined on 2 August 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
We made a reservation for 5:45 hoping we’d avoid the rush and be out before 7:00 to get the baby home for bath and bed. The place was about half full when we arrived and a big wedding party came in AFTER us. We ordered and asked for the baby’s food to come out asap. Well, almost and hour later the server came to apologize because they “just got a rush” as the wedding party was served BEFORE us. The baby was falling apart and we ended up just boxing everything and leaving. My husband was furious that we waited so long. The food was good so maybe we’ll try again earlier in the evening next time.
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Scott
Orange County11 reviews
5.0
Dined on 11 July 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Stopped by for happy hour before a concert. Great prices cool ambience. We sat outside closest to the street so a bit noisy there and the shades didn’t completely cover us when the Sun started going down. That was our decision so no big deal. Great appetizers/food for HH, especially the tacos and Brussel sprouts.
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Gisele Gold
San Diego63 reviews
4.0
Dined on 19 June 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
See my review from June 14. Went back because liked it so much. This time had crab stuffed shrimp with mushroom risotto- excellent. My friend had lobster tail - again excellent. Only issue remain poor wine list and loud noises from loud motorcycles and cars - restuarant is open air which adds to ambiance but suffers from road noise.
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Melyna
San Diego8 reviews
4.0
Dined on 15 June 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Have not been to this restaurant in years and wanted to give it a try. The brunch was very good, only downside was how long it took to get our meal and it was not busy. Would come back again
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Gisele Gold
San Diego63 reviews
5.0
Dined on 15 June 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Interesting and innovative menu. I ordered mussels in spicy tomato sauce with chorizo - it was outstanding. Mussels were perfectly prepared - not rubbery. Flavors vey well balanced. My friend had linguine with shrimp in tomato cream sauce - he loved it. Lava cake for dessert was also outstanding. My one recommendation would be to improve wine list. It has off the beaten path wines. Taste before you order- they let you do that. Prices are incredibly reasonable to make up for unfamiliarity of producers. Looking forward to going back.
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Todd Gold
San Diego2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 7 June 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Have been here several times, but finally doing a review. Love this place! Booth, bar, and front patio seating depending on your preference/weather. Both the food and the cocktail menus are high points. "Hello Sunshine" is my go-to cocktail - vodka with elderflower, passionfruit, and basil. Sounds overpowering, but it's a subtle mix. For dinner, we often start with the dry-rubbed wings - a mix of old bay, salt and pepper - so simple, but again, so perfect! Burrata salad is another favorite - we order this one over and over. Service is not just outstanding, there's a tell. The same servers have been there since we moved here last year - which is code for "my management treats me well and I like it here". Love finding a place with a happy professional staff. The owner is often on the floor checking up on things and chatting up customers - again, talk about positive signs! Highly recommended for anything from date night to a party.
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Jacody Gold
San Diego19 reviews
5.0
Dined on 24 May 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
It is a hidden gem in downtown O-Side. My regular joint is local tap house. But this place is very nice! The owners came out and asked us how our meal was and actually cared about how we felt about the place. Will go again.
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Michelle Gold
San Diego4 reviews
5.0
Dined on 11 May 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Great Mother’s Day experience. Nice touch for moms with bubbly and crème brûlée.
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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Californian, American, Lounge
Hours of Operation
Wed–Sat 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Brunch Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Sun 4:00 pm–9:30 pm
Phone number
(760) 231-6278
Website
http://www.mastersoceanside.com/#about
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
208 South Coast Highway, Oceanside, CA 92054
Area
Oceanside
Cross street
Topeka
Parking Details
Parking lot on south side of restaurant
Public transport
Bus, Coaster Station and Amtrak
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Permanently Closed

This restaurant is permanently closed.