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tater tots. Another cash-only place.
Torrey Pines is best known for its two golf
courses, the North and South Course. The
latter is the more renowned, and is billed
as "the nation's foremost municipal golf
course." It is the home of a stop on the PGA
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and will host that even again in 2021. Just
a handful of miles from track, it's the go-to
place for serious golfers visiting Del Mar.
But even if you aren't much for hitting the
links, Torrey Pines is still a place you should
visit. Stop by and have lunch at the Grill at
Torrey Pines. From your seat on the patio,
you overlook the course and can soak up
all its beauty. It's the type of place where
you'll be in no hurry to leave as you enjoy an
iced tea, a cocktail, a huge burger and a root
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The Pamplemousse Grill is almost as much a
part of Del Mar lore as Bing Crosby himself.
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the No. 1 stop in the area for racing people.
Strauss's brother, Bill, is also an investor in
the restaurant, and was part-owner (along
with Jim Rome) of two time Breeders' Cup
champion Mizdirection. Don't be misled
by the Solana Beach address. It's literally
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