Vaga Restaurant & Bar logo doormat at the host stand with the dining room behind it in Encinitas, California.
OUR TAKE

We tried Vaga in Encinitas and loved the ocean views. The breakfast burrito was huge and worth the wait. Read our full family review of the meal here.

Ratings at a glance

Flavor & Taste4.5
Food Value4.5
Memorability5.0
Presentation4.5
Cleanliness4.5
Location4.5
Service4.5

The Bottom Line

The Verdict

Our visit to Vaga blew us away. Every dish we tried was delicious, especially the Ponto Pancakes, that miso caramel was a game changer. The Chicken Sandwich was also fantastic, and adding an egg took it to the next level. Beyond the amazing food, the presentation was beautiful, the service was friendly and attentive, and the whole place felt clean and inviting. Honestly, we can't wait to go back and try more of the menu. It's become a new favorite spot for us.

What we ordered

6 dishes & drinks

Ponto Pancakes ($18)Chef’s kiss
Ponto Pancakes ($18) 4.5

“Ask for a side of miso caramel”

Chicken Sandwich ($23)Chef’s kiss
Chicken Sandwich ($23) 4.5

“Add a side of egg to take this to another level”

Avatar Juice ($12)Chef’s kiss
Avatar Juice ($12) 4.5
Moonlight Sunset ($12)Chef’s kiss
Moonlight Sunset ($12) 4.5
Hot Tea ($6)
Hot Tea ($6) 4.0
Coffee ($6)
Coffee ($6) 4.0