All Food and Drink
- Seasons Restaurant
Filled with natural light and modern beach-town charm, this is the culinary epicentre of our Residence Club, specializing in farm-to-table cuisine with an emphasis on local, seasonal ingredients.
- Palmera Pool
Spend the day splashing around Palerma Pool without having to worry about what you'll do for lunch – our poolside menu offers something for everyone.
- Summits Grill
Take a break from the water for some fresh fish tacos, a blackberry jalapeño margarita or grilled cheese for the little ones – all enjoyed al-fresco around Summits Pool.
- Seasons Barista Bar
Need a pick-me-up? Our coffee shop serves everything from artfully prepared lattes to grab-and-go sandwiches to hand-selected bottles of California and New World wines.
- In-Villa Dining
For family-style dinners, impromptu meetings or a quiet dinner for two in the comfort of your villa or guest room, we’ve got you covered, day or night.
The Team
James Waters
Chef de CuisineA native of Philadelphia, Chef James grew up with a love for food and dining out. Encouraged by his grandparents to expand his palate at a young age, Chef James went on to receive an education in the culinary arts and positions at both Starr Restaurant Group on the East Coast and with Chef Daniel Boulud in New York City. An East-Coast transplant, he has found plenty to do in California to fuel his active side and says the bounty of seasonal ingredients here is a chef's dream.
"Working with local ingredients creates a very honest product; if you don’t care for it, you can tell right away."
Events
- Wednesdays 6:00 PM – 9:00 pm
Live Music
Local artists perform upbeat tunes every Wednesday night on the Veranda at Seasons Restaurant. Relax over handcrafted cocktails, local craft beers, and a wine list featuring the best California winemakers.
- January 20 – 27
San Diego Restaurant Week
San Diego Restaurant Week is a beloved culinary tradition for both residents of San Diego and visitors alike. This year, Seasons Restaurant is pleased to join the long list of prestigious and popular local restaurants participating in this semi-annual event in which diners can enjoy discounted prix fixe menus. Over 180 of San Diego’s best restaurants will be featuring two-course lunch menus or three-course dinner menus as a way to introduce new patrons to their cuisine. This eight-day event showcases the diverse and upcoming culinary world in San Diego County, with participating restaurants often times featuring their signature dishes on special menus. It’s a wonderful way to experience San Diego dining at its finest! Seasons Restaurant’s ingredient driven, New American cuisine will be on full display during San Diego Restaurant Week. The prix fixe menus, with choices, are inspired by the season’s finest ingredients, as interpreted by Aviara’s Chef de Cuisine James Waters. With so many mouth-watering choices, you will want to keep coming back until you have tried them all!
- February 8 – 10, 14 – 16
Valentine's Day Dinner
If the way to one’s heart is truly through their stomach, then head to Seasons Restaurant for an evening of wooing, wining and dining. With its farm to table menu concept and focus on local produce, Seasons will be offering a sumptuous aphrodisiac themed menu available for an exclusive 6 nights. Begin the meal with a grilled oyster amuse before indulging in a prime tenderloin for two with chocolate balsamic carrots and thyme whipped potatoes. For dessert, choose between chocolate decadence with toffee crisp or a refreshing mango mousse cake with coconut dacquoise with a macadamia and white chocolate crumble. To make a reservation for Valentine’s Day dinner, call +1 (760) 814-8677.
Culinary Experiences
Professional kitchens are typically regarded as off limits, but in our kitchen, we want you to be part of it, to see that it’s all about the ingredients – and let them shine.
James Waters Chef de Cuisine
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Chef’s TableThe most exclusive – and exciting – table in the house, offering the ultimate backstage pass for an interactive glimpse at how our chefs prepare Seasons ingredient-driven, New American cuisine.
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At the counterPull up a seat at Seasons Kitchen Counter for a close-up look at culinary magic. You’ll get a front-row view of our restaurant’s dynamic working kitchen while you enjoy a special five-course menu featuring the day’s freshest seasonal ingredients.
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Craft & CrustNothing complements a slice of pizza like ice-cold beer. Get creative as we show you how to make your own fresh-baked specialty pie – and then pair it with just the right pint.
