Frequently Asked Questions

The kitchen serves Monday through Thursday 11am to 9:30pm, Friday 11am to 10:30pm, Saturday 9am to 10:30pm and Sunday 9am to 9pm. Last call for hot food is one hour after the final reservation is seated.

We are at 1108 S Coast Hwy 101, Encinitas, CA 92024, a short walk from the beaches between downtown Encinitas and Cardiff in North County San Diego. See the contact page for directions.

Parking is on the surrounding streets along Coast Highway 101. On sunny summer weekends and during brunch the area gets busy, so give yourself a few extra minutes to find a spot.

Yes. Leashed dogs are welcome on our outdoor patio, and we have a dedicated dog menu so your pup can eat alongside you. Read our dog-friendly Encinitas patio guide for patio etiquette tips.

Absolutely. Families are welcome for brunch, lunch and dinner, and we offer a kids menu with smaller, kid-approved plates.

Walk-ins are always welcome. On summer weekends, during weekend brunch and on game days the patio fills up fast, so a reservation is the safest way to guarantee a table.

Yes. Add a seating note when you book and we will do our best to seat you on the garden patio. Patio seating is weather-dependent and first priority goes to reservations.

For groups of 30 or more, submit a request on our private events page or email events@localunion101.com. Our event team will help you pick the right space and menu. For smaller groups, book online or call us.

Yes. Bottomless mimosas made with fresh orange juice and sparkling wine are available during weekend brunch. Learn more about bottomless mimosas in Encinitas.

We recommend it. The patio fills up by mid-morning on weekends, especially in summer and early fall. Reserve your brunch table ahead of time.

Start with the bottomless mimosas, then pick from seasonal, scratch-made brunch plates on the brunch menu. For ideas, read our guides to Sunday brunch and breakfast in Encinitas.

Enjoy $2 off all draft beers, half off all cellar wines, $9 Don Julio margaritas, $9 Captain Morgan white rum Mai Tais, and all flatbreads and salads for $12. Specials can change, so check the Social Hour menu for the latest.

Yes, Social Hour is available throughout the restaurant, including the patio. Walk-ins are welcome and dogs can join you outside. Read our guide to the best happy hour in Encinitas.

Lunch is served Monday through Friday from 11am to 2pm, our late afternoon menu runs daily from 2pm to 4pm, and dinner is served every evening until the kitchen closes.

Yes. Our menu includes vegetarian-friendly dishes, and because our food is made from scratch, many dishes can be adjusted. Ask your server and our kitchen will help you find the right options.

Please tell your server about any allergies before you order. Our kitchen takes allergies seriously and will do its best to accommodate you, but we cannot guarantee any dish is completely free of allergens.

Yes. Save room and check out our dessert menu.

Our taps rotate often and lean toward local San Diego craft breweries. Check our live beer list for what is pouring today.

Yes. On Wine Wednesday, select bottles of wine are half off all day, and cellar wines are half off during weekday Social Hour.

Yes. Our lively main bar and garden patio with fire pits make Union one of the most popular places for drinks on Coast Highway 101 in Encinitas.

Trivia on Tap is every Tuesday from 6:30pm to 8:30pm, with drink specials and prizes for the top three teams.

Yes. We show college football on Saturdays and NFL on Sundays on TVs throughout the restaurant, with full sound and game-day food specials.

Yes. We serve a late-night menu so you can keep the night going after dinner service.

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The Garden Patio holds up to 100 guests for a reception or 70 seated, and combines with the Enclosed Patio for receptions of 150 or seated meals of 100. The Oak Room seats up to 55 and has two TVs for presentations. A full venue buyout accommodates up to 450 guests.

Yes. Choose from prix fixe group menus or have our culinary team customize one for you, including craft beer, whiskey and wine pairings.

Complete the booking request form on our private events page or email events@localunion101.com. Your event specialist will follow up with availability, minimums and a proposal.

Packages include customizable food and beverage menus, holiday-inspired cocktails and seasonal drinks, space for live entertainment or a DJ, and personalized event touches.

As early as possible. December dates book up fast, so submit an inquiry now and our events team will hold the best options for your group.

Holiday hours and special menus, like Thanksgiving and New Year's Eve, are posted on our Happenings page. Call us at (760) 230-2337 to confirm hours for a specific date.

Gift cards are good for food and drinks at Union Kitchen & Tap Encinitas, whether you dine in for brunch, lunch, Social Hour or dinner.

Ask your server to check the balance when you pay, or call us at (760) 230-2337.

Email Jamie Southerland at Jamies@omghospitalitygroup.com. You can also see recent coverage on our press page.

Yes. Union Kitchen & Tap is part of OMG Hospitality Group, which has sister restaurants in Pacific Beach and the Gaslamp Quarter. Learn more about us.