I visited Addison for my birthday in March. I will never forget the celebrity treatment we received. We were greeted with a warm welcome as soon as we arrived. The service was unmatched the entire time: professional and friendly. The food was simultaneously brought out and each dish was explained thoroughly. Even when I asked where the restroom was, the server offered to walk me. Stellar treatment from Nick Brown and Nik (Nikole). The food was world class. I will always remember my first three star Michelin restaurant.

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Presentation of our 10 courses was detailed, informative and engaging. 2 small nits. The champagne service which arrived at the table is presumptuous upon learning it is not part of the pre fixe dinner. Some of these champagnes were offered at $500 a glass, which is really over the top. I should not have had to ask what the prices for each was, quite frankly, put me on the spot to pick one. Second, one of our requested wines was obviously oxidized, but presented anyhow. I'm not sure why a som would do this, never mind at a three star Michelin. These are not really big deals, but I just wanted to point them out as constructive criticism.

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And it should. So this review will be totally picky but totally honest. We arrived for our party of 4 10 min before our reservation. We were seated about 15 min later. Two of us had two glasses of wine and the other two had the basic wine pairing. We all opted for the shaved truffles too. The total bill was $4k, $4700 after tip. The wine pairing was fine but each pour was smaller than a taste at your regular restaurant. I was not buzzed after our 4 hour experience. The truffles were bland and tasteless. Nothing like wild truffles from Italy. These were farmed in Australia. I highly recommend skipping the truffles. Also we were told the chef would come out to shave the truffles but that didn't happen. Our table was much too large for a party of four. We could not hear each other well and it was surprising loud in the restaurant. Plus we were placed directly under an air conditioning vent that made the entire dinner uncomfortable. When raised with the server we were told they'd turn it down but nothing changed. The server's explanation of our dinner options was completely confusing and vague. There were no written menus. Likewise for the wine pairing. Apparently there are different grades of pairing but what they were remained a mystery. The attention to detail was not what you'd expect. Because of the A/C one of us switched seats and the waitstaff didn't notice and mixed up our orders. The specialty caviar dish was a dream - the best part of experience. The other dishes were good or very good. Not much was great. (We dined at Le Cinq in Paris, another 3 michelin star restaurant, last month and Addison didn't hold a candle to it.)

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If you have a monumental occasion to celebrate, this is the venue. It is an opportunity for mere mortals to experience the cuisine which would be offered to gods. I had the opportunity to experience the elevated 10 course summer series and the ridiculous amount of truffles and caviar which accompanies it. While there is no way to justify the cost of such an experience, it was an occasion which I will recount as the greatest meal of my life.

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The food is amazing and beautiful with broad appeal. The service is flawless, with choreographed delivery to everyone at the table at once. While upscale, I found the servers to be genuine and welcoming. The ambiance feels like dining in a palace. I would travel far for such fine dining, so it is worth the price to me. They no longer support taking unfinished food home, so it is sad indeed when you can't finish it all. There is no better place for a special occasion in San Diego.

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Let me start with the obvious and expected from a three Michelin star experience: The food, drink, and accommodations here are world class. What follows are some pieces of information that might help if you are considering an extravagant night out at Addison. This may be gauche, but here are specifics about pricing. This is for a visit on July 9th, 2024. The cost for the tasting menu was $375.00. Upgrade for Australian Black Truffles was $268.00, and an upgrade for Olive Fed Shodoshima Wagyu was $195.00. Note that getting either upgrade will replace a course in its entirety, more details to that to follow. Cocktails ranged from $20 - 28. We passed on the initial champagne offering. The wine list is extremely extensive and I recommend that you know what you are ordering as it can get quite pricey. The markup on the wine list seem to be higher than normal, but then again, you knew what you signed up for. Now here is the experience: When you drive up to the property, it is gated with a security guard. There is no valet parking, but ample and close self parking is readily available. Walking in the doors we were warmly greeted by the Maitre D. Walking though the library and into the bar, the first impression was that of luxury and spaciousness. You don't have to be close to anyone you don't want to be, and the dining room follows suit with the tables extremely generously far apart. Even the dining table itself was noticeably larger than usual. One unusual blemish was noted - above one of the tables in an inset part of the wall where you would expect a painting, mirror, or sconce was an open and exposed wiring which was very out of character with the rest of the dining room. The service here is as you might have read in other reports and reviews - impeccable. The bartender Jason made us feel welcome and relaxed and delivered incredible suggestions executed throughout the night (as we are cocktail vs. wine people). Also, the service adjusted to what our table was comfortable with - the initial seating and water pour was choreographed, much like you would expect in an Esther Williams number. I was overjoyed with this, but it was so unusual that our table as a whole seemed slightly uncomfortable with it (this was a first meal of this type for most of the table). Servers took note and while the subsequent table service was still well executed and timed, they took the synchronicity down just a notch and it put the table at ease. Additionally, our main server Ian graciously accommodated us in our request for a tour of the kitchen that happened before we were seated, and we were gobsmacked by the focus, precision, and overall serenity of the kitchen during the height of service - No clanging, shouting, and every pan was efficiently and quietly(!) placed on the stove. A total of 19 different bites made up the meal itself. Others have meticulously outlined each, so I will take a different approach and tell you what we wish we knew beforehand: Upgrading the meal to truffles will subtly add truffles to three of the dishes, but will also completely replace the Tom Kah course (which was one of my favorites) with a tarte tatin covered in shaved truffle. In my opinion, this was not an improvement to the meal as a whole. Also, if you have anyone in your party that doesn't absolutely love lamb, I highly recommend the Wagyu upgrade, as it replaced both lamb dishes with the venerated beef. The menu is of course subject to change, but the overall suggestion here is that asking about the specifics of the upgrades might be advised. Also, we had read online that there was a bread course. We found this to be strange, as it happens in the middle of the meal, but the bread comes out by itself, then is accompanied by two soup and two protein courses. I really wish we were told that ahead of time, as I thought the bread (which was really outstanding on its own by the way) was meant to be eaten alone, and by the time the next courses came I had gobbled up most of it. My favorite course (and unanimous by the table) was the "eggs and rice": Caviar topped sabayon on a bed of Koshihikari rice. Seriously a "slap your grandma" level dish. There were also a few other incredible bites (a chicken liver churro, clam butter Kinmedai, Tres leches taco) and many more excellent ones. My least favorite was a play on chips and dip, which unfortunately in my opinion did not elevate what they were playing on, and also did not make sense in the context of the menu as a whole. Finally, be prepared for a 3+ hour experience. OpenTable had the reservation for 1.5 hours and one person in my party thought that would be the length of the meal. Fortunately we discussed it and expectations were reset. An incredible meal and experience for sure. My 4-star rating is in comparison to the other 3-star Michelin experiences I've been fortunate enough to have.

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For my 30th birthday I wanted to do something different and since I like food so much, I wanted to have the chance to eat at a 3-star Michelin Restaurant. Although I didn't initially have a reservation, I called and was waitlisted. I told them it was my 30th birthday, which helped me get a reservation. I don't know where to start about this experience, from the interior with a huge waiting area with fireplace and luxury couches and the view of the golf course in the back, to the pristine customer service from each person who served us food and drink. Each person knew what the food was and how it would taste on our palate. They even offer foods that cater to people with shellfish and dairy allergies which I was very happy with. Each dish they brought out was exceptional and there were many I've never tried but am dying to try again. The Caviar (first time trying it ever) was not overly salty and paired well with the different dishes that I had. My girlfriend added on Filet Mignon for her meat dish and it cut like butter and was very tender. I got the Squab that was cooked in 3 different ways and all of it was amazing. Lastly they allowed us to visit the kitchen to see how each chef preps a plate prior to sending it out. We also got a goodie bag with our specialty menu and chocolate. I would encourage everyone to try Addison at least once in their life. They won't regret it!

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My husband and I celebrated our 2-year wedding anniversary at Addison at the Fairmont Grand Del Mar, and it was a memorable experience. The restaurant is conveniently close to our home, and we were thrilled to try San Diego's only 3-star Michelin restaurant. From the moment we arrived, the beauty of the exterior and lobby took our breath away. However, the dining room itself felt a bit old and outdated. Our booth, though quiet and secluded, felt somewhat impersonal, and the large table made it difficult to converse comfortably. We indulged in a 10-course menu, and I was especially grateful for the chef's willingness to accommodate my dietary requests. Each dish was a delightful experience, with impressive presentation and flavors that mostly delighted our palates. However, despite its 3-star Michelin rating, the overall experience didn't quite feel like it lived up to that prestigious standard. Overall, it was a lovely way to celebrate our 2nd anniversary. We did wish our waiter had been a bit more professional and accommodating, but the thoughtful touch of sending us home with chocolates and a copy of the menu was appreciated.

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I was expecting amazing food from a 3 star Michelin but this blew me away. Took my wife, who is a foodie, as a surprise for our anniversary and she loved it. It is amazing how many of the dishes were so complex, giving you waves of different flavors in a single bite. Everything was perfectly portioned, we had the 10 item tasting menu and were definitely full at the end. I studied in Russia so have had caviar before, but nothing like Chef Bradley's signature dish (caviar over Koshihikari Rice, Smoked Sabayon, Sesame). That and the Tom Kha Goong, Sweet and Sour Fowl, King Crab, Swarnadwipa were two of the best dishes I have had in my entire life. The fowl was like eating small bites of a lightly fried chicken churro, sweet but still savory, and the soup's sweetness perfectly paired. Several other dishes were excellent as well. On a less sophisticated side note I was a little nervous because we are not high rollers, but the staff was incredibly sweet and nice. Although there are plenty of chances to upgrade, there were no high pressure tactics. We let them know we were teachers right away and they didn't bat an eye, helping us pick out a nice bottle of wine which complemented the dishes at a price that worked for us. It was expensive, but in line with taking a nice getaway week-end. Fortunately my wife agreed that getting to experience Addison for this anniversary was a better choice. Highly recommend :-)

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Service was great, that's not enough though considering the price. Everything you read about them trying to upsell you is true, thankfully we saw that before we went. Avoided the Champagne upsell, decided to have a glass of wine for dinner. Louis Jadot Chardonnay and Pinot. $65 and $75 per glass each. That is a $30 bottle of wine. We fine dine a lot, that is just price gouging. We did do the lowest end wine pairing (after another upsell attempt). That was $350 per person on top of the $375 per person tasting menu (the basic version). Total charge was $2,100 for two of us including tax and tip. It is unfair to hide their pricing with their guests, there are probably a lot of shocked customers when they get their bill. Feel like they are taking advantage of their customers while not living up to their 3star Michelin rating.

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I will start by saying we have dined after dozens of Michelin star restaurants around the world...I have never walked out before dining. We arrived to the restaurant right on time for our 8pm reservation. We had booked this reservation months in advance, as is typically required at Addison. Despite our timely arrival, after 20 minutes of being sat in a dark room by a fireplace (the bar was full) our table still wasn't ready. I have dined at Michelin-star restaurants around the world, and if a table is delayed (which has rarely occurred), the staff consistently comes by to apologize and keep the guest apprised of the delay. None of that happened. In fact, we asked one of the staff to check in on our table and although he said he would, he never returned. We informed the host that we were leaving and they didn't seem to care much and didn't offer much of an apology for the delay. It seems Addison has gotten complacent with their stars....they seem to have forgotten the great French chefs who lost their stars after many years!

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We returned to Addison last night and had a wonderful experience from start to finish. We were greeted and taken to a lovely table facing the dining room. The service was completely different this time, very attentive and much more personal. We had one main waiter that took us through the food experience and one main female sommelier that guided me through the wine pairing. By boyfriend enjoyed a mocktail pairing that was delicious (I sampled his drinks) and paired well with the food. The sommelier was amazing, probably the most interesting one I have ever met. She explained the history and story of the winery and the wine/champagne, she really made the drinks come to life. The food menu had many similar dishes as last time, but with a spring twist and this time we both enjoyed the wagyu beef, which was probably one of the best steaks I have had. The service felt welcoming and personal, we enjoyed the stories behind the dishes, produce, and meat! We ended with a tour of the kitchen and meeting the amazing chef team. Huge thank you to the Addison team for the wonderful hospitality, we felt welcomed and really taken care of.

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Truly one of the best restaurants in the entire country & possibly the world.Easily the prettiest restaurant ever from the decor to the entire grounds with the backdrop of a golf course & mountains. But let’s get down to business which is the food & drink. There’s truly some life altering courses being served here & honestly this place will ruin several dishes you’ve been consuming your entire life such as chips & dip & the egg & caviar fish. Best Wagyu ever which was the covered olive Wagyu? Best fish course & best desserts I’ve ever encountered. Another rarity especially with Michelin star places is good cocktails. This is a bucket list restaurant & I highly recommend going here

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A place for a special occasion or romantic dinner.

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My boyfriend and I loved Providence (2 stars in LA) so were excited for Addison. From the moment the night started, it was a disappointment. We arrived about 15 minutes early and were ushered into a very dark room and given a menu to order drinks. It was impossible to see the menu to order and there was only a fireplace and tiny candle, so we just sat and waited. At about 10 minutes past our reservation time we were seated in a very nice booth. My boyfriend has been sober for 30 years so ordered a mocktail and I selected the wine pairing. We had been enjoying our drinks for a few minutes when one of the many (around 10-15 different people) that served our table during the meal came over and said that there may be alcohol in my boyfriend's drink. Of course, my BF was upset. The waiter said that this drink shouldn't have been served in this glass. He then went on to ask my BF if he was in recovery! We were both completely taken aback by the drink and his very personal question. He then took the drink away, was gone for about 10 minutes- the entire time we didn't know if there alcohol in the drink. Another waiter came back with a fresh drink in the same glass and never told us if in fact there was or wasn't alcohol. When we questioned him- he said that this was sure "locked and loaded," Not sure if that is a good or bad thing. It really spoiled the whole evening for us. To make matters worse- the service was strange, cold, and very impersonal. There are so many waiters serving you, you don't connect with any of them. They do this strange synchronized serving which I assume they think is impressive. The food was fine, the decor needs an upgrade, and the service cold. Before leaving a review I tried to reach out to the manager many time. We messages at the front desk of the hotel with a manager and I left 4 messages for Sean the manager of the restaurant and haven't yet received a response. If you want an impressive meal, with stellar and very personalized service skip Addison and go to Providence.

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My boyfriend and I loved Providence (2 stars in LA) so were excited for Addison. From the moment the night started, it was a disappointment. We arrived about 15 minutes early and were ushered into a very dark room and given a menu to order drinks. It was impossible to see the menu to order and there was only a fireplace and tiny candle, so we just sat and waited. At about 10 minutes past our reservation time we were seated in a very nice booth. My boyfriend has been sober for 30 years so ordered a mocktail and I selected the wine pairing. We had been enjoying our drinks for a few minutes when one of the many (around 10-15 different people) that served our table during the meal came over and said that there may be alcohol in my boyfriend's drink. Of course, my BF was upset. The waiter said that this drink shouldn't have been served in this glass. He then went on to ask my BF if he was in recovery! We were both completely taken aback by the drink and his very personal question. He then took the drink away, was gone for about 10 minutes- the entire time we didn't know if there alcohol in the drink. Another waiter came back with a fresh drink in the same glass and never told us if in fact there was or wasn't alcohol. When we questioned him- he said that this was sure "locked and loaded," Not sure if that is a good or bad thing. It really spoiled the whole evening for us. To make matters worse- the service was strange, cold, and very impersonal. There are so many waiters serving you, you don't connect with any of them. They do this strange synchronized serving which I assume they think is impressive. The food was fine, the decor needs an upgrade, and the service cold. Before leaving a review I tried to reach out to the manager many time. We messages at the front desk of the hotel with a manager and I left 4 messages for Sean the manager of the restaurant and haven't yet received a response. If you want an impressive meal, with stellar and very personalized service skip Addison and go to Providence.

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A must visit! We had a special dinner in San Diego's three star Michelin restaurant. Natalie, the wine sommelier, is fantastic! She recommended an amazing white wine to pair with the food and I still dream about it to this day. Our server, Patrick, helped make the evening very special and anticipated our needs throughout. Outstanding service. The director was so sincere and processional. The food is SO delicious. I crave the caviar dish. The ambiance feels opulent but not over the top. The parking lot could use more lights. It is big enough to accommodate.

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My husband and I really wanted to enjoy this 3-star Michelin restaurant, but it was a pretty disappointing experience in which we felt a little duped. First, we had eaten at an amazing 2-star Michelin restaurant in Sweden last year that was set in a house with funky decor and had such a cool vibe. This was in a golf club with your standard wood decor, nothing special. The lighting was also very poor - I threw away a couple of pictures taken of me because the down shadows on my face made me look like a skeleton. Right off the bat, we were shamed into ordering champagne that cost $150 per GLASS. It was the least expensive champagne on a tray the waiter was presenting (the most expensive was $250-300 I think? Per GLASS). Unless you are a scion or heiress and can taste the difference between $300 glasses of champagne, (I can't) I would skip Addison just for this reason. Although my husband and I did have fun for the rest of the night making up how rare everything was, and therefore why it cost another $1000 (beef from cows that were only fed oatmeal on full moons to make their coats glisten, and there were only TEN of these cows in the world, and Addison has THREE of them, so rare, so rare. We seriously heard these stories all night. We're probably not their target audience here). In the 2-star restaurant we'd visited, each chef came out and presented their own course, how they came up with it, why it was special, and chitchatted a bit with us. Here, it felt like a recital of text they were repeating for everyone else all night. If the food had been good, it would've been something, but I kept waiting for the food to "get good," and it never did. A couple of courses even made me feel ill as they were so visually unappealing. I've never liked food that look like spit (attaching a couple I didn't eat). Knowing you're walking into a $375/person dinner is one thing, walking out with a total tab of $1500 for two due to not-worth-it add-ons (I would've been happier with a $20 bottle of Prosecco) you felt shamed into getting is another. Writing this review so others can perhaps save $1500 if tasting the "rarest" things isn't really their deal.

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Dining at Addison was one of our most memorable dining experiences in our lives. We have been waiting to dine there for years, so when Addison acquired its third Michelin star, we knew we had to make it happen. Addison did not disappoint. Their service was impeccable from start to finish. The dishes were presented in such coordinated fashion that it was as if we were watching a show. Each dish was so well thought out and tasted delicious! We also ordered the waygu beef upgrade and wine pairings which helped enhance the experience. At the end of the evening, we were so full. We were handed menus and some granola to remember the evening. It was a very expensive meal, but worth it. It was definitely a meal we shall never forget.

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Superb meal and service. From the moment we walked in until the moment we left, we were treated to a truly 3* experience. We opted for the elevated meal and the luxury wine pairing, and each dish was sublime with perfectly selected wine accompaniments. My one quibble would be with the Matsutake broth accompanying the Wagyu; the Wagyu was the best beef I have ever had, and I felt like the broth detracted from it. We have eaten in dozens of Michelin-starred restaurants throughout the world, and Addison ranks amongst our top experiences. I have seen negative comments regarding the value of a meal at Addison. I would argue that you are paying for an experience, as well as for the talent of both the culinary and service teams. While this experience was a splurge we certainly could not undertake often, it is one I would absolutely repeat for a special occasion.

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Be prepared to take out a second mortgage if you do the supplements and elevated wine pairings! The service is impeccable here, the ambiance lovely and it's in a gorgeous resort property...but of course the food! Each course was amazing and well worth the five months of waiting for our Saturday evening reservation. We were celebrating a birthday and the only thing they did was present a candle in a bowl of what looked like flakey salt towards the beginning of the meal. I would've expected a little something special to acknowledge the special occasion. Nonetheless, being the only 3 star Michelin restaurant in SoCal, this is definitely an experience to have!

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If I had to summarize Addison in a single word, it would be "disappointing." If adding another, it would be "confusing." We have been to several Michelin restaurants (both 1 star and gourmand in the United States and France), but never a 3-star, so we were really looking forward to it. Unfortunately, Addison was a complete disappointment. It started with the confusing parking, which was dark and unlit, without valet service of any kind. Upon walking in, there was a lady seated behind a counter, but the welcome wasn't really that warm, and despite not seeming that busy, our table was delayed for around 25 minutes. We shook it off in hopes that this would be an amazing experience once we got settled. True to Michelin fashion, the service was impeccable. The sommelier and staff were delightful and engaging. This is where the positive notes end unfortunately. Similar to some of the other reviews that I have since read, we found the flavors didn't blend well together. It seems the tartness in many of the dishes was overbearing, the temperatures between ingredients was not aligned, the meat textures were not as expected, and the dishes were not well balanced on the palate. As a positive, the presentation did at least look nice. This was the first Michelin experience for our dinner companions, so I found myself continually reassuring them things would get better, but unfortunately they never did. I found 3 of the 10 courses to be pretty good, but found nothing excellent, and most dishes to be marginal. In fairness, I understand each chef to have his or her own style and artistic flair, so it's entirely possible that perhaps my palate just doesn't agree with this particular culinary style. I would feel better, had the 3 others with me have seen things differently, but unfortunately all of us shared the same feeling and most of the dishes were returned without having been fully consumed. We expected the price to be what it was, just shy of $3000 for 4, but found the menu disappointing if even it had been for a much lower price offering. We also felt the menu to be confusing in presentation. In my experience with Michelin restaurants, they all seem to lead you on a journey and tell a story, but in this instance the journey wasn't linear and the story had no plot or route to follow. Honestly, we all discussed on the ride home how disappointing the experience was and our friends commented that it would be unlikely they would return, even if the meal had been without cost. I think this speaks for itself. Objectively, I am unsure how this one snuck in "under the Michelin radar" and would never expect a Michelin 3-star rating for Addison. There are many 1-star Michelin and gourmand restaurants, whom are far outperforming Addison, and for whom this rating would be more deserved. At best, maybe they just had a bad day in the kitchen. At worst, maybe Michelin needs to take another look at this one. We found the experience worthwhile, only in the respect that we tried it. It certainly adds to our comparison of the others we have enjoyed, but we would not recommend Addison and would not return. Again, we understand how hard the chef and staff work to attain such a rating, so the purpose of this review is more in hopes that it will be taken to heart, with some corrections made, in order to make it a worthwhile experience (as 1 of only 143 Michelin 3-star restaurants in the world) in the future.

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Most of them were flavorful, but some were a little sour for me. I wished they'd go easy on the bok choy in the Chawan Mushi dish. Also, there were a lot of finger food, and I wished they'd given us a warm wet towel to wipe our hands before starting on it. It's weird also that a 3 star Michelin restaurant would give us cookies wrapped in plastic wrap as a momento. I'd wished they invested more on that. French laundry ones came in a cute little tin box with their cloth peg logo on it.

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Be ready for a long dinner but it is worth every minute. Excellent service staff.

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We love eating out but do not regularly throw down 1k++ for dinner, so this was something we were looking forward to. The restaurant is located inside the Fairmont Grand Del Mar, and it is a really pretty property. We arrived about ten minutes before the restaurant opened/and our reservation. I think it would have been nice if the fireplace had been turned on by the bench that is out front since the restaurant and bar do not open until exactly 5 pm, and it is pretty cold out. I was surprised by the interior of the restaurant, which was not a very inviting layout to me. The bar connects the waiting area and the restaurant but has a lot of dead space and antiquated decor. The cocktail list wasn't very exciting, with only about 5 options. I do understand that they are obviously about their wine program, but I thought this was kind of a miss, especially since when we got there and sat at the bar, no music was on, and when the bartender came to greet us, there was no actual greeting just "do want a drink?". The dining room itself had that same overly bare feeling with very, very spaced out tables, some booths with placemats, others actual linen, and when the music came on, it was a nice alternative rock, which I thought actually helped with the stuffy vibe, like who doesn't want to listen to Spoon? I don't want to rate each item we received because I am for sure not as knowledgeable or creative as the Chef and BOH team. Some dishes we liked more than others, specifically the soup dish and the play-off of the fish and chips with caviar. Sometimes I think there is a tendency to like something just because it gets certain ratings/reviews. I am not sure if things were just not to my taste, but I felt a little letdown post-visit. Most of this had to do with the service/ops. I felt that for spending $$$$ for two people to eat, which was something special for us, the service should be perfect. They had a lot of staff on, but we had to follow up on a drink order, and there was no coffee offered with dessert, etc, I also felt that towards the end the timing was very slow. We opted for the wine pairing, and the Somm seemed very rushed and did not really explain the wines, which would have built a more dynamic experience. All these are little things but taken together, and with the money/expectations, it could have been more.

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The service and presentation was impeccable. The atmosphere was elegant and high class. The music was more modern than the traditional setting. The food was inventive but not anywhere near a five star, five diamond and especially, a three Michelin star rating. My squab was fatty and had gristle in it. It was also rather tasteless. The wines were perfectly paired with the dishes. The prices were so much higher than the quality of the food. Our meal for two, with the wine pairing, came to just under $2000.00. In the end, we did make a comment about the taste and quality of the squab that was served. Our waiter said he'll let the chef know. Based on what other people have said about the squab, I don't believe that anything will be changing in the quality of that dish. We did have coffee in the library afterward. That was a pleasant experience, as they brewed it in front of us, and poured a fresh cup. All in all, good but not great food, earning four stars for what should have been a five star experience.

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28. November 2023 For starters, a glass of champagne was between $250 and $550… Then the food was mediocre at best. The fish dry, the meat rather tasteless. And the background music was too loud and too “hard” for a dinner. We complained twice and were told that it was the playlist of the chef and that’s it… And the whole dinner was still not finished after 3.5 hours. We left without dessert, It was well past 11 pm and we were tired and disappointed.

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Pretentious, uncomfortable, overpriced and food is not memorable. So much effort is expended on trying to impress rather than trying to make the customer comfortable.

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Let me begin by saying that the food/service and ambiance were terrific. However, DO NOT be lulled into trying their champagne pre dinner service. Stupid me did not ask the pricing (shame on me) and they did not offer it ( shame on them) . They advised us of food upcharges but no notice of the cost of the champagne. I figured it would be expensive but$220 for a glass (and not even a generous pour) was beyond shocking! It wasn’t even their most expensive. it was close to deceptive as you can get. I have eaten in my fine Michelin restaurants but who would have expected that ! I was at least glad that my wonderful evening wasn’t ruined until receiving the bill. Be warned

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This restaurant is fantastic for vegetarians. They have a pre-set vegetarian menu, and the dishes are all prepared exceptionally well. The service is fantastic as well. Below are some pictures of the meal. The restaurant's ambience is also absolutely terrific. It is a beautiful setting and a breathtaking dining room and facility. The restaurant has free on-site self-parking!!! Pro tips: 1. Make a reservation far in advance. But, if you need a reservation sooner, call and ask to be put on the wait list. They sometime have last-minute cancellations! 2. Leave yourself ample time to get to the restaurant. The restaurant is on the site of a luxury hotel resort. You may need a few minutes to get there once you get to the front gate.

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zWell, everything was wonderful about the service and tasty and super creamy sweets, nothing like the others, it's all worth it

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Whether you frequently dine at Michelin starred restaurants or this is a once-in-a-lifetime experience, Addison doesn't disappoint. From the moment you enter, you know that you are going to enjoy a best in class evening. The location is sublime, with waterfalls, trees and lovely fauna as the backdrop. The service excels. Each staff member was knowledgeable, made us feel welcome, and operated in synchronous harmony. Thank you especially to James, our lead waiter. The food? Well, three stars won't lead you wrong. Each course was unique and wonderful, displaying the chef's creative genius. Addison was truly a treat.

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The food was good, not as memorable as I remembered, although more expensive. The sommelier was very pushy to the point my wife had to stop me from telling him to give us some room to breathe, as he was trying to upsell like crazy.I can pick a champagne without being forced on a $4,000 Krug Clos du Mesnil.However, the major reason for my 2 star review was dessert, probably the most horrible thing I have ever had. They sacrificed flavor at the altar of beauty, and that's the worst you can do in a restaurant! I agree that presentation is important, but we are still paying to eat, not to go to a museum! I don't think I will be back

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It is not worth your money.The food is very good but not great. I've been fortunate enough to be able to eat at Alinea, French Laundry, Per Se, Spondi, Joel Robuchon, and a bunch of other restaurants in this category. Addison is honestly nowhere near the quality or execution of those places. I can see it being 1 star, but even that is pushing it.Value: absolutely terrible. For those of you that held reservations three months ago, rest assured that Addison has jacked up the price by nearly 40% as a thank you. Then, they are very cagey about the price of wine pairings. We got their lowest end wine pairing and they charged $355/pp for 8 pours of 2 oz each. $900+/pp after tip. This is highway robbery. Alinea, with their full tasting menu and wine pairing, with tip included, was $500/pp -- for vastly better food, vastly better service, and a truly special experience.Service: fine, but not great. Nothing awful to report here, but definitely noticed some jockeying between the sommelier and the other waitstaff to present dishes, to the point that the sommelier waved off one of the waiters with "you can go, I'll take care of it" before (sort of) presenting a dish. Most of the courses were well paced, but twice we were waiting nearly 15 minutes between courses which is very unusual in a high end tasting menu. I will (and have) paid a lot for excellent dining experiences, but the fair value for dinner at Addison, including the pairings, would have been $250-300/pp.Ambiance: nice, but nothing special. It genuinely feels like a hotel lobby, complete with lobby bar.

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This was the best dining experience ever. And I have experienced many Michelin rated restaurants. From the start we were treated exceptionally. The whole staff was awesome. The atmosphere was very relaxing. Every course was amazing. I savored every bite. I liked the parting gift and souvenir menu. I’d definitely eat here again. Highest praises to the chef and staff.

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The best fine dining experience that I have had. The service is so good that it's shocking. We got to meet the chef as well and he was a delight to meet. Food is actually out of this world... go try it

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My wife and I have been to Addison three times over the years, and while our first two experiences were amazing, our most recent visit left something to be desired.The service was fantastic, as always, but we found that the courses were noticeably saltier than we remembered from our previous visits. My wife even took the time to email the restaurant to share our feedback, but unfortunately, we never received a response. As diners, it's always disappointing to see a 3 Michelin-starred restaurant not take the time to acknowledge and respond to feedback from their guests.Despite the less-than-stellar experience, we still have fond memories of our earlier visits to Addison, and we appreciate the level of craftsmanship and attention to detail that goes into their dishes. However, we're not sure if we'll be dining here again in the future, given our recent experience and lack of response to our feedback.Overall, while we can't recommend Addison based on our most recent experience, we encourage other diners to give it a try for themselves and form their own opinions. After all, every restaurant has its ups and downs, and one off experience doesn't necessarily define the overall quality of a restaurant.

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Addison is an exceptional restaurant that truly deserves its three Michelin stars. From the moment you step into the restaurant, you are transported to a world of sophistication and elegance.The menu at Addison is a work of art, with each dish beautifully presented and bursting with flavor. The food is inventive and creative, with unique flavor combinations that are expertly executed. The use of seasonal and locally sourced ingredients is evident in each dish, and the attention to detail in the preparation is outstanding.The service at Addison is also unparalleled. The staff is attentive, knowledgeable, and passionate about the food they are serving. They are happy to provide recommendations and explanations of each dish, which enhances the overall dining experience. The sommelier is also exceptional, with an extensive wine list and a deep knowledge of the wines on offer.The restaurant itself is a beautiful space, with an intimate and luxurious atmosphere. The decor is elegant and understated, allowing the food to be the star of the show. The attention to detail in every aspect of the restaurant, from the lighting to the music, creates a truly immersive and unforgettable dining experience.Overall, Addison is a world-class restaurant that is truly deserving of its three Michelin stars. The food is exceptional, the service is impeccable, and the atmosphere is luxurious and intimate. If you are looking for a truly unforgettable dining experience, Addison is the perfect restaurant for you.

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There is a reason why this is the only restaurant on SoCal with 3 Michelin ⭐️s. Love it!

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Absolutely spectacular! We've been here 2 times and definitely doesn't disappoint. Food is absolutely amazing, staff is lovely! Highly recommend!

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There are no words that can describe the dining experience at Addison. My wife and I went for our anniversary and were blown away. Every single member of the staff was kind, professional, and seemed completely dedicated to making sure we had an incredible meal. The ambience was great, our table was felt very intimate and away from other diners, making it feel like we were the only ones in the restaurant. The sommelier was incredibly helpful and passionate, helping us find an outstanding bottle to accompany the meal. The actual food was like nothing Ive ever seen, a beautiful blend of art and haute cuisine. Our favorite courses were the "eggs & rice", snapper, and the squab. At the end of the meal we were given a copy of the menu from our tasting, and a jar of granola for the next morning. Ultimately, this experience was very expensive, but worth every penny. It has been 3 weeks since our visit, and I still think about it every day.

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First 3* stateside for me!Reservations: probably super hard to get now, but we reserved for 2 people literally 30 mins after they released the article about Addison getting a third star. It was pretty easy to reserve a slot during the weekday.Parking: They have a private lot since the restaurant is on the grounds of Fairmont Grand Del Mar hotel. The parking lane lines are not super clear so parking can get a bit sloppy.Interior: Very high ceilings. Cavernous, as mentioned by several reviewers. Tables spaced super far apart so we could have intimate conversations without being overheard. Bathrooms are very clean and well lit.Experience/service: We were probably the 3rd party to arrive after it opened and we were asked to wait in a separate seating area with a bar (?). The bar is a question mark for me because they didn't lead us there or mention we could get drinks there, so it was confusing...so we just sat by the fire until they came and led us to our table in the corner.After we sat down they rolled their fancy drink cart over and offered drinks - we declined as we prefer water and I knew there was probably an extra charge in there (which seems to be right according to other reviewers). They also offered upgrades like caviar, truffle, wagyu, etc. which we also declined. The way it was explained didn't make it clear there would be additional cost to this, which isn't cool.Service was OK. Waters were refilled, dishes were explained, but it just overall seemed fake to us. I also thought the pacing of the dishes could have been better - sometimes we had the dishes back to back, and sometimes we would have to wait long stretches of time for the next dishes. No consistency in the pacing.Meal comments:- Best dish was caviar/rice/sabayon/sesame. Just amazing flavors and super unique. Haven't tasted anything like this.- Chawanmushi was too salty.- Splendid alfonsino fish skin was super crunchy and tasty.- Sweetbreads for me personally is gross, but I choked it down. Tom gha goong was nothing special and it was a weird combo for me.- Squab yakitori was such a let down. When you say "yakitori", I'm expecting bbq charcoal grill flavor to come through - didn't get it at all and was a forgettable dish.- Creamsicle was the best of the desserts (even if it was meant as some type of palette cleanser).Overall it was nice to try, but I would think twice about coming again esp. with that $355/pp price tag (as of Jan 2023).

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Won a bet that both houses of Congress would not be flipped in the last election and the cost of my oldest friend's mistake....? Dinner for my honey and me at Addison, which recently won its third treasured Michelin star the next time we were in San Diego which happened to be last weekend. Now since there were 4 of us you can understand how serious a wager that was; which ended up costing my buddy enough to buy a couple of electric bikes or something else more usable over the long haul (so to speak:-).For me, the extra treat was knowing that 45's ignominious defeat fed me not only thankfulness for our nation, but sustenance for my body. Ah, the temporary moments of joy we get to have.Bottom line--the best meal I've ever eaten of that type (where you get to enjoy the epitome of ambiance, service, food and luxury at a cost that almost none of us could generally afford to spend).Some pics are included below.I was going to continue the last sentence with something profound about fine dining at that level, but my feelings are conflicted. So let me just say that the meal was a wonderous experience I feel very very privileged to have had. Thank you Chef Bradley and thank you to the amazing staff you have assembled.

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It dose not deserve any star quality food not goodI ve been in sone 1 star restaurants which their food was great.not recommanded

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The food was delicious and creative. The ambiance is relaxing. The staff was friendly. Ian was amazing.

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Such an incredible experience! Preset minute curated by the chef. We joined after they announced their 3rd Michelin star (first week of Feb 2023). They do ask ahead of time if there are allergies or dietary restrictions. Everything was perfectly orchestrated. My husband and I each had our own waiters, and rarely saw the same person twice. Cutlery was place in sync and dishes were placed and taken away like a perfectly choreographed dance. We were even taken into the kitchen and given a brief tour from the sidelines. We had about 9 courses (27 plates total) and only one we didn’t love (the Squab). The meal was seafood focused. They sent us home with a commemorative menu and house made granola - such a nice touch. In total for 2 people (3 drinks each) we spent $1000 Definitely not cheap, but worth every penny for the experience!

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This was a marvelous meal. The space is warm and romantic yet also spacious with high ceilings. Reception was a bit awkward. I arrived 10 minutes early and was directed to a nice large sitting room with a fireplace where my date, who had arrived 10 minutes earlier, was waiting. The hostess had not originally made clear that we would be seated at the exact time of our reservation and not one minute sooner. Thus, I didn't understand what we were waiting for once both members of the party had arrived. Also, I found it curious that we were not invited to wait in the bar instead of a sitting room. It seemed like we were expected to keep an exact schedule like a German train. During the meal itself, there was never a pause with an offer to relax a bit before the next course. Although our reservation was for the next to last seating, I was given the perception that the restaurant was eager to turn over the table. Adding to the feeling of being rushed, at the beginning of the meal we felt pushed to accept several up charges: A5 Wagyu beef, white truffles from Alban, and a larger portion of caviar and a higher grade than what normally came with the pre fixe menu (which was already $395 a person). I had to ask obvious questions, such as: what would the truffles go on? The answer, the steak, was not enticing. The Wagyu was the only one that seemed it would be worth it. It was. However, since it's a surprise tasting menu it was not clear what the alternative would have been. What tiny cut of beef and what grade comes with the standard meal? The food was excellent, but none of the dishes was "wow!" My favorites were the Kumamoto oyster and the Wagyu, but neither seemed unique. The desserts were plentiful. Food service was excellent. The delivery was choreographed with two servers presenting/pouring simultaneously for each course so that everyone at the table is served at the same time. Everyone was courteous and each dish was described in detail. Wine service, however, was disappointing. It started with a champagne cart. The server asked what sort of flavor profile I liked in champagne. I said I liked dry and elegant, particularly Veuve Clicquot. I don't know why he asked because he paid no attention to my answer. They had four champagnes on offer by the glass: three Krugs (moderately expensive, expensive, and very expensive) and Roederer Cristal. He didn't compare any of them with each other (or Veuve Clicquot) but described the Krugs in terms of rarity and desirability. Never a word about taste and why one might be different to drink than the other. For the Cristal, he talked about the uniqueness of the bottle but not about the champagne inside. For the rest of the meal, we ended up having wine pairings selected by the sommelier--even though his initial question about seeing the wine list to choose a bottle or something by the glass made no sense. How could we select wine with no idea about the food? At one point, he asked if we wanted a red or a white next. Again, I responded "how can I possibly answer that without knowing the next course?" Throughout the meal, the selection of wines for pairings was good but not inspired. The presentation could have been much better. In each case, a server showed the bottle and named the vineyard and varietals. At this price point, I also expect a description of the maturation (American oak? French oak? steel? time in barrel(s)?) and flavors (grass? citrus? dark berries? leather? tannins? buttery?) and in particular, WHY it was chosen to pair with a particular dish. Bottom line: it was a good meal, but not a spectacular one despite a spectacular sized bill. Worth considering if you are willing to pay about a grand per person once up-charges, wine, taxes, and tip are included.

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