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As of July 2026, RatingsNearMe ranks 20 restaurants in Oceanside, CA by the RNM Score — a 0–100 rating built from Google ratings, review volume, sentiment, and profile completeness. The top-ranked is Wrench and Rodent Seabasstropub with a 4.7-star rating from 904 Google reviews and an RNM Score of 83/100. Also in the top tier: Oceanside Harbor Village and Stratford at the Harbor. The average rating across all listed restaurants in Oceanside is 4.4 stars from 1,748 reviews per business on average.
Restaurants in Oceanside range from $ (budget, under $15/person) to $$$$ (fine dining, $60+/person).
Rankings updated July 4, 2026 · RNM Score = ratings (35%), review volume (30%), sentiment (20%), completeness (10%), availability (5%) · Not paid placement.
Best Overall
Local Tap House
Local Tap House stands out as the top-ranked restaurant due to its consistently excellent reviews and vibrant atmosphere.
Most Reviewed
Local Tap House
A high review count indicates broad popularity and reliable quality, helping consumers trust the dining experience.
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20
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4.4★
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1,748
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Jul 4, 2026
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Top Rated Restaurants
Highly rated Oceanside restaurant with 4.7 stars from nearly a thousand reviews.
1815 S Coast Hwy, Oceanside, CA 92054, USARated 4.6 stars from nearly 10,000 Google reviews, a local favorite in Oceanside.
280 Harbor Dr, Oceanside, CA 92054, USAThis family-run spot boasts a stellar 4.6★ rating from nearly 1,500 reviews.
280 Harbor Dr, Oceanside, CA 92054, USARestaurants Rankings in Oceanside, CA
| # | Business | Rating | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Wrench and Rodent Seabasstropub1815 S Coast Hwy, Oceanside, CA 92054, USA | 4.7★ | 904 |
| #2 | Oceanside Harbor Village280 Harbor Dr, Oceanside, CA 92054, USA | 4.6★ | 9,900 |
| #3 | Stratford at the Harbor280 Harbor Dr, Oceanside, CA 92054, USA | 4.6★ | 1,490 |
| #4 | Texas Roadhouse2735 Vista Way, Oceanside, CA 92054, USA | 4.5★ | 4,642 |
| #5 | Local Tap House308 S Coast Hwy, Oceanside, CA 92054, USA | 4.6★ | 2,265 |
| #6 | Crackheads Oceanside502 S Coast Hwy, Oceanside, CA 92054, USA | 4.2★ | 63 |
| #7 | The Rooftop Bar201 N Myers St, Oceanside, CA 92054, USA | 4.2★ | 552 |
| #8 | Amalfi Cucina Italiana - Oceanside221 N Cleveland St, Oceanside, CA 92054, USA | 4.8★ | 363 |
| #9 | Piper105 Mission Ave, Oceanside, CA 92054, USA | 3.9★ | 223 |
| #10 | Joe's Crab Shack314 Harbor Dr, Oceanside, CA 92054, USA | 4.1★ | 3,024 |
Ranked by verified ratings & review volume · Data from Google Business listings · Updated July 2026
All Restaurants in Oceanside
4.5 stars from over 4,600 reviews, a trusted Oceanside dining choice.
2735 Vista Way, Oceanside, CA 92054, USA
Enjoyed by locals and visitors alike, this Oceanside gem holds a 4.6-star rating from over 2,200 reviews.
308 S Coast Hwy, Oceanside, CA 92054, USA
Consistently rated 4.2 stars across 63 Google reviews, this Oceanside restaurant is a solid choice.
502 S Coast Hwy, Oceanside, CA 92054, USA
A solid 4.2-star rating from over 550 Google reviews in Oceanside.
201 N Myers St, Oceanside, CA 92054, USA
A local favorite with 4.8 stars from over 360 glowing reviews.
221 N Cleveland St, Oceanside, CA 92054, USA
This Oceanside restaurant holds a 3.9-star rating from over 200 Google reviews.
105 Mission Ave, Oceanside, CA 92054, USA
4.1 stars from over 3,000 reviews, reflecting consistently solid local dining.
314 Harbor Dr, Oceanside, CA 92054, USA
4.3 stars from over 300 Google reviews confirms consistent quality and service.
212 N Tremont St, Oceanside, CA 92054, USA
4.7 stars from 248 Google reviews, a top-rated Oceanside dining choice.
1950 Oceanside Blvd #R, Oceanside, CA 92054, USA
A solid 3.9-star rating from over 200 local reviews in Oceanside.
408 Pier View Wy Suite 401, Oceanside, CA 92054, USA
Rated 4.3 stars from over 3,200 Google reviews in Oceanside.
258 Harbor Dr, Oceanside, CA 92054, USA
Solid 4.3-star rating from over 2,000 Google reviews in Oceanside.
1325 N Harbor Dr, Oceanside, CA 92054, USA
Boasting a 4.6-star rating from over 1,400 reviews, this Oceanside restaurant is a local favorite.
711 Mission Ave, Oceanside, CA 92054, USA
Enjoyed by many, this local restaurant holds a strong 4.6-star rating from over 1,400 reviews.
509 Mission Ave, Oceanside, CA 92054, USA
Earned 4.3 stars from 93 reviews, a trusted Oceanside dining choice.
101 Mission Ave, Oceanside, CA 92054, USA
4.4 stars from nearly 2,000 reviews, a trusted Oceanside dining choice.
333 N Pacific St, Oceanside, CA 92054, USA
Consistently rated 4.4 stars from hundreds of local Google reviews.
608 Mission Ave, Oceanside, CA 92054, USA
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Restaurants in Oceanside, CA — Compared
| # | Business | RNM Score | Rating | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wrench and Rodent Seabasstropub | 83/100 | 4.7 ★ | 904 |
| 2 | Oceanside Harbor Village | 82/100 | 4.6 ★ | 9,900 |
| 3 | Stratford at the Harbor | 82/100 | 4.6 ★ | 1,490 |
| 4 | Texas Roadhouse | 80/100 | 4.5 ★ | 4,642 |
| 5 | Local Tap House | 82/100 | 4.6 ★ | 2,265 |
| 6 | Crackheads Oceanside | 67/100 | 4.2 ★ | 63 |
| 7 | The Rooftop Bar | 75/100 | 4.2 ★ | 552 |
| 8 | Amalfi Cucina Italiana - Oceanside | 85/100 | 4.8 ★ | 363 |
| 9 | Piper | 69/100 | 3.9 ★ | 223 |
| 10 | Joe's Crab Shack | 73/100 | 4.1 ★ | 3,024 |
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