| About: | Tucked away in the community of Hillcrest, Terra Restaurant and Chef/Owner Jeff Rossman have an ongoing commitment to innovative American cuisine. The kitchen combines Latin, Mexican, Caribbean, Hawaiian and other regional influences from the United States. There are many Small Plates to share or to have instead of a meal or savor a more traditional pasta or entree. Specialties include Coconut Dusted Crab Cakes, Steamed Carlsbad Black Mussels, Chipotle Marinated Skirt Steak, Pumpkin Raviolis and Lobster Macaroni 'n Cheese. This neighborhood restaurant, with subtle earth tones and a cherry wood bar, offers the perfect combination of sophistication and casual elegance. The team's ambition at Terra is to create a relaxed and casual atmosphere to enjoy great food & wine, without the pretentiousness & stuffiness of fine dining. We have a comfortable patio for outdoor dining and don't forget to bring your well-behaved dogs for the k-9 menu. |
| Hours: | Lunch & Dinner Mon.-Sat., Brunch Sun. |
| Categories: | Fusion Restaurants, Eclectic Restaurants, Restaurants, American Restaurants |
| Parking: | Street Parking |
| Payment: | MasterCard, Visa, American Express |
| Amenities: | Banquet/Private Rooms, Bar Dining, Beer, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Personal wines welcome (corkage fee applies), Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine |
| Chef: | Jeff Rossman |
| Cuisine: | American, Eclectic, Fusion, Small Plates |
| Ambiance: | Elegant |
| Feature: | Bar, Brunch, Delivery, Entertainment, Happy Hour, Healthy Options, Outdoor Seating, Private Rooms, Take Out, Take Out |
| Reservations Policy: | Suggested |
| Smoking: | Non-Smoking Restaurant, Smoking Area |
| Dress Code: | Business Casual |
| Price: | $10 - $20 |
| Other Contact Info: | Fax: 619 293 7193 Email: info@terrasd.com |
Never rated anything before, but the food here was so good I couldn't resist telling everyone about it. I ordered two appetizers, the calamari and the pot stickers. Both were amazing and I am a picky person. They have great bread with garlic butter too. I had my dog with me and she was provided with water and she ordered off the doggy menu. The service was so great I gave a 25% tip. I have never done that. They also have a happy hour where the appetizers are CHEAP! Worth it!
Cute place and great food. Everything seems to be made with fresh herbs and delicious vegetables. Try the lobster mac 'n cheese -- yum! The fish is great too.