Brett's BBQ Review (Encinitas Restaurants)

Pricing:
The single servings and sandwiches are all about $8.  The larger shared meal options are $15-24.


Distance:
Very close to the Encinitas Blvd/El Camino Real intersection.  5-10 minute drive for Encinitas residents.


Thoughts:
Corporate bbq places really don't do it for me.  In my mind, bbq is just one of those food groups that really need to come from a hole-in-the-wall dining establishment.  You have to have a secret sauce or something.

In all fairness, Brett's BBQ is slightly better than your standard fare corporate bbq.  The meat that I had was cooked well and didn't taste dry (often a problem with these places).  The shared meals are substantial enough for two that you will probably have leftovers.

While I had an enjoyable meal I was still left with nothing memorable.  Frankly, you can get ribs, chicken or pulled pork just about anywhere.  So if there's no special element to grab my attention, I'd just as soon pass this place up.

Oggi's Pizza and Brewing Company Review (Encinitas Restaurants)

Pricing:
Most of their single-serving dishes are in the $10 range.  Their pizzas are $10-25 depending on size and number of toppings you get.


Distance:
Right by the Encinitas Blvd freeway entrance/exit.  So about a 10 minute drive for most Encinitas residents provided that you don't get stuck in the sea of lights.


Thoughts:
With the TVs blasting ESPN outnumbering the windows, this is definitely not a quiet dinner for two type of restaurant.  It is a great way to simultaneously watch football, soccer, basketball, golf and baseball all at the same time.  You know, in case you didn't want to miss anything.

I like Oggi's.  It's not a bad take-out pizza option and it's a fun place to dine in.  While they do offer burger and salad options they're not nearly so good as the deep dish pizza they serve.

Oggi's is a brewing company so they do have a few (six I think?) house beers to choose from.  The beers range from light to dark and are distinct enough to make it worthwhile to sample them all at some point.

The overall atmosphere is laid back and comfortable.  There are even a few arcade machines to one side of the restaurant making it both a fun family option or a place to go scream at your favorite team with your friends.