Sandpiper Wood Fired Grill & Oysters
Laid-back La Jolla eatery specializing in wood-fired cuisine and fresh oysters, with a dog-friendly patio and vibrant bar.
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Sandpiper Wood Fired Grill & Oysters
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Must-see attractions
Laid-back La Jolla eatery specializing in wood-fired cuisine and fresh oysters, with a dog-friendly patio and vibrant bar.
"A fabulous meal with marvelous food and friendly service in a relaxed and chill atmosphere."
Happy Hour Oysters
Visit during happy hour for $2 oysters or get a dozen free with a bottle of champagne.
Sunday Brunch
Enjoy their dedicated brunch menu offerings on Sundays.
Quick Facts
Cuisine
American, Seafood, Grill
Price
$$$
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Oyster Happy Hour Deals
Enjoy fresh oysters from various coasts during happy hour, with specials like $2 oysters or a dozen free with champagne purchase.
Wood-Fired Grill Specialties
Savor amazing wood-fired dishes including octopus, prime rib, and flavorful cast-iron focaccia.
Unique Flavors & Shareables
Indulge in creative combinations like rosemary Parmesan fries with jalapeño ranch and crispy shrimp.
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Happy Hour Oysters
Visit during happy hour for $2 oysters or get a dozen free with a bottle of champagne.
Sunday Brunch
Enjoy their dedicated brunch menu offerings on Sundays.
Seafood Variety
Explore a diverse selection of oysters, from the West Coast to Baja.
Dog-Friendly Patio
Relax on the outdoor patio with your canine companion.
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from all over the internet
Happy Hour Oysters
Visit during happy hour for $2 oysters or get a dozen free with a bottle of champagne.
Sunday Brunch
Enjoy their dedicated brunch menu offerings on Sundays.
Seafood Variety
Explore a diverse selection of oysters, from the West Coast to Baja.
Dog-Friendly Patio
Relax on the outdoor patio with your canine companion.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Sandpiper Wood Fired Grill & Oysters offers a fantastic dining experience with a focus on fresh, flavorful dishes and a relaxed atmosphere. Diners rave about the oysters, wood-fired specialties like the prime rib, and standout sides such as the Brussels sprouts. The service is consistently praised for being friendly and attentive, contributing to a memorable meal.
"We had a fabulous meal at Sandpiper Wood Fired Grill! We came here off a recommendation from my best friend who is a local to San Diego so you know it's going to be good. The food was marvelous, the service was friendly, and atmosphere was relaxed and chill. It was a comfortable meal with wonderful flavors. Some highlights and high recommendations: brussel sprouts were amazing! Oysters were fresh and juicy, crispy shrimp was excellent, the linguini was great. Everything we ordered was fantastic actually (take a look at the pics to see what we ordered.). The Hawaiian cheesecake was a perfect ending to an otherwise fantastic meal and experience.
5 stars and two thumbs up for Sandpiper! Thank you to the chef and staff for a truly memorable meal."
Brian Hah
"Went to Sandpiper for a business dinner. The atmosphere, service, and food were all fabulous!
I had the Salmon with farro which was phenomenal. We shared the oyster appetizer and a variety of other goodies. Then the table ordered every dessert. The profiterole was my favorite with a tart raspberry vibe and perfect pastry.
The wine and drink selection are A+.
We will definitely be back for the atmosphere and food. Our waiter was also beyond kind because our guest took forever to get through their meal and we were definitely a long time."
Sierra Simpson
"Oysters tasted delicious 😋
Bucatini: Shrimp pasta was gooooood.
Berkshire Pork Chop was honestly the best meal tonight. The Cheddar Grits were amazing.
Banana Pudding was very good."
Clinton Dill
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Frequently Asked Questions
Happy hour features $2 oysters and a dozen free oysters with a bottle of champagne purchase.
Yes, Sandpiper offers a dog-friendly patio where you can enjoy your meal with your pet.
Popular choices include the fresh oysters, wood-fired octopus, prime rib, and Brussels sprouts.
Yes, Sandpiper serves a brunch menu on Sundays.
The restaurant has a relaxed, chill, and cozy ambiance, suitable for date nights or casual dining.
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Landing in the spot that most recently housed Galaxy Taco, Trey Foshee and the team from George’s at the Cove’s latest venture is Sandpiper, a casual neighborhood spot headed by Galaxy’s Christine Rivera. Dressed in Bullwhip hot sauce, mignonette, and lemon, a half-dozen oysters goes for $18, a dozen for $34. Stop by during happy hour from 4-5:30 pm when the price drops to $2 per oyster, or order a bottle of Champagne and get a dozen on the house.How to book: Reservations can be made via Tock.
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As the sister restaurant of La Jolla’s Georges at the Cove, this laid-back restaurant is the perfect spot to chill with friends after a day in the sand and share oysters from the raw bar or rosemary Parmesan fries dipped in jalapeño ranch. Grab a seat on the dog-friendly patio or head indoors for grilled favorites including octopus, prime rib, and cast-iron focaccia with honey ricotta. A smoky element takes flavors up a notch, with nearly every dish touching the wood-fired grill.
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Sister restaurant of La Jolla’s famed Georges at the Cove, Sandpiper Wood Fired Grill & Oysters, recently opened in June, replacing Galaxy Taco!. The new restaurant offers a cozy indoor dining room/bar and an outdoor patio near the fireplace, making it ideal for dinner with friends or a quick cocktail. Stop by for high-end seafood and meat dishes, reasonably priced shareable plates, sweet dessert, and the best part - an Oyster + Champagne happy hour offered daily from 3 - 5 pm.
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Sandpiper Wood-Fired Grill & Oysters is a newcomer that stands about five short blocks from the beach in the Jolla Shores neighborhood. Since May, it has been open Wednesdays through Sundays, doing dinners, happy hours and brunch on Sundays. Half a dozen oysters will cost you $18, and you can slurp them in a dining room that feels like a “Mad Men” set or on a more casual patio.
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Casual neighborhood restaurant located just a few blocks from beautiful La Jolla Shores Beach. Featuring a variety of fun, shareable items from a wood fired grill and oyster bar, along with gourmet desserts from a pastry chef, and an impressive wine list and full bar with a focus on the classics.
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Time: Sunday–Thursday from 4–5:30 p.m.; Fridays and Saturdays 11 a.m.–5:30 p.m.Specials:They offer several food and drink specials.Ocean View: NoWhy Go: It’s the sister restaurant of George’s at the Cove Neighborhood: La Jolla ShoresAddress: 2259 Avenida De La Playa, La Jolla, CA 92037
Sandpiper Wood Fired Grill & Oysters Happy Hour | La Jolla
Sandpiper Wood Fired Grill & Oyster Bar is a casual neighborhood restaurant located just blocks from the beach in La Jolla Shores. It features a cozy indoor dining room, fresh oyster bar, and a fireplace on the dog-friendly patio!
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