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Ignite Bistro
Ignite! brings you authentic Neapolitan wood-fired pizzas prepared in our wood-fired oven and created with Ignites' fresh mozzarella, made in-house daily. Our unique spin on the world of casual, yet polished American cuisine along with offering a great selection of appetizers, hand crafted salads, grilled steaks and seafood dishes. Our bar will be offering a large variety of cocktails and microbrews, as well as a mix of sports on our high definition televisions. Happy Hour is off the charts here with two bars (inside and out). Everyday from 3-6pm!!!
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49 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Rating Breakdown 49 reviews
5 stars
(19)
4 stars
(17)
3 stars
(10)
2 stars
(3)
1 star
(0)
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- great for outdoor dining(20)
- neighborhood gem(16)
- notable wine list(16)
- hot spot(14)
- fit for foodies(12)
- vibrant bar scene(12)
Ignite Bistro Reviews List
Review 1 for Ignite Bistro
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
A disapppointing Mother's Day Brunc
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We called more than a week ahead and requested a patio table. We were assured that our reservation for four was for the patio at 10:45 on Mother's Day. When we arrived right on time we were led into the dining room. When we pointed out that our reservation was for the patio area, the hostess explained that the manager had reprogrammed all the reservations the previous night and we were now relegated to the dining area. We then requested a window table, but were told that all the tables were assigned and no changes were possible. We were also told that there was a two-hour time limit on the tables due to the expected holiday rush. Great customer PR! The table was sticky, obviously not adequately wiped after the previous diners."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining
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Review 2 for Ignite Bistro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Mothers' Day Brunch
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We had reservations and got a great outdoor table for the three of us. The Bloody Mary rimmed with Old Bay Seasoning was perfect, and the brunch offered everything we like for breakfast, plus some prime rib to die for. There was a separate juice and dessert section that I didn't see at first, but the strawberry crepes were the piece du resistance.
I never pass up a chance to dine outdoors. It's like a cheap trip to a sidewalk cafe in Paris! And that day, we really lucked out on the weather, so we were all very happy with the whole thing."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, great for brunch, romantic
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Review 3 for Ignite Bistro
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Great place for wine & friends
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"They have a great menu and a good brunch with mimosas. It is a nice place with a really nice layout and ambiance. The food is awesome as well. Great place to relax and have a glass of wine with some friends or dinner with family.
They have a great patio for dining, but apparently even if you make a reservation they change it on you without notice."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, great for brunch, kid-friendly, romantic, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 4 for Ignite Bistro
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Popular local restaurant, great menu, food well prepared, tasty. Excellent service. Good views across valley. Worth a try."
Dined on 5/06/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, hot spot, kid-friendly
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Review 5 for Ignite Bistro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The service was the most outstanding feature. We enjoyed all the staff people that supported our visit. Their attention to detail and to us made it all very enjoyable."
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 6 for Ignite Bistro
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Table was sticky. Bistro fries were too sloggy"
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, kid-friendly
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Review 7 for Ignite Bistro
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Good Place
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Ignite was a good place. Unfortunately it was a rainy evening and we could not sit outside (patio is beautiful) but inside was good and the view was really wonderful. Food was good- crispy asparagus was good but a little bit greasy, sauce was great! Salmon dinner for $18 was really tasty and the pizza (sausage and carmelized onion) was larger that we both expected and was good but a little soggy in the center. Decor was impressive and wine special (Pinot Noir) was the definite highlight. It was superb! Overall it was a good place to try- if I go back again I might just sit inthe bar area and have an appetizer or two..."
Dined on 04/24/2013
2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, scenic view
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Review 8 for Ignite Bistro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great lunch special!! Pizza
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Great lunch special!! Pizza and salad for $10 ;) it was perfect. Server was super knowledgable and made great suggestions for lunch. He also knew about all the upcoming events and specials"
Dined on 04/05/2013
2010
Special Features: great for lunch
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Review 9 for Ignite Bistro
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Consistently good. I just
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Consistently good. I just love their honey wings!"
Dined on 03/25/2013
2006
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem
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Review 10 for Ignite Bistro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We love this place! We come
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
"We love this place! We come here all the time! The Honey Chipotle Wings are to die for!"
Dined on 03/08/2013
2006
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Review 11 for Ignite Bistro
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Dissapointed with the pizza.
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I tried the black & blue pizza and was dissapointed. The pizza is advertised as follows: tomato sauce, blackened prime rib, sweet onions, creamy horseradish, arugula, gorgonzola. I always feel menu items should be listed in order of volume. In this case, it should be: arugula, creamy horseradish, gorgonzola, prime rib. I am not even sure the pizza had tomato sauce or onions and the few tiny bits of meat could barely be recognized as blackened prime rib. The name of this pizza should be changed to "Arugula Horseradish" since those flavors dominated."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2009
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 12 for Ignite Bistro
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Good for groups, but not the best
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We went with a group of six and had a good time overall. The ambiance is upbeat and good for an evening out with friends. Several of the dishes were very good, while several others were just OK - hence the middle of the road rating. Top Picks: Man Candy appetizer and a tortellini, chicken & sundried tomato pasta special.
Service was perfunctory at best. We brought our own bottles of wine and paid the $15 corkage fee - but apparently that doesn't include actually pouring the wine. Aside from the first glass, our water never refilled our wine or water glasses in the 2 hours we were there. He also didn't ask how the food was after dinner was served. Minor but important details, IMO."
Service was perfunctory at best. We brought our own bottles of wine and paid the $15 corkage fee - but apparently that doesn't include actually pouring the wine. Aside from the first glass, our water never refilled our wine or water glasses in the 2 hours we were there. He also didn't ask how the food was after dinner was served. Minor but important details, IMO."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2008
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 13 for Ignite Bistro
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Since we were new to the scene,
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Since we were new to the scene, we opted to play it safe and each of our party of three chose a burger--one Classic and two Southwest and one Margherita pizza. The burgers were great,with an emphasis on the quality and taste of the beef. The pizza, ordered on a whim was outstanding. Perfect crust, tasty sauce applied judiciously and an exceptional home-made mozzarella.
Friendly wait-staff, very attractive setting both inside and out."
Friendly wait-staff, very attractive setting both inside and out."
Dined on 03/01/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 14 for Ignite Bistro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Have been to Ignite several
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Have been to Ignite several times - always good food and good service."
Dined on 02/28/2013
2007
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, scenic view
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Review 15 for Ignite Bistro
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ignite fizzles Out
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I've been in a few times now and I've had two good experience and two bad. I had ordered the mussles with fries. They did not have any mussles yet. So, I ordered a chicken salad. IT said a jalapeno vinaigrette - it tasted more like curry and was overly spicy. the mozerlla had no flavor and I thought perhaps it even might have been tofu (?).
I had asked for a side of fries, and with those came a dousing of vinegar. I never dress my fries with vinegar, and would have appreciated the option to not have that on them.
The service was good and the server very nice. But I need a good meal, or I don't see returning. The server should have been informed by the chef from the beginning what was not going to be available for the lunch ser"
Dined on 02/27/2013
2012
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Review 16 for Ignite Bistro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Our server Wendi made awesome
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
"Our server Wendi made awesome recommendations for both food and drinks. Lunch was delicious and the service was outstanding. We will definitely be back."
Dined on 02/22/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, kid-friendly, great for lunch
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Review 17 for Ignite Bistro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Overall it was a fun experience
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Overall it was a fun experience for me and my family. Our first Valentine's dinner together was special because the food was good and not too loud inside."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, special occasion
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Review 18 for Ignite Bistro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The Southwest Burger is outstanding
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The Southwest Burger is outstanding. My favorite burger of all time!"
Dined on 02/20/2013
2012
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 19 for Ignite Bistro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Our Waitress, Catherine, was
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Our Waitress, Catherine, was delightful and her service was outstanding."
Dined on 02/18/2013
2009
Special Features: neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 20 for Ignite Bistro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Yummy!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"I had the chicken and roasted mushroom risotto, which was delicious. I went with my nephew on Valentine's day and the atmosphere was great. Would definitely go again. My nephew enjoyed his burger."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2005
Special Features: late-night find, hot spot
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Review 21 for Ignite Bistro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I loved this restaurant. The
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I loved this restaurant. The burgers are especially good. The wine selection is impressive. I rarely see Sonoma Cutrer on a restaurant wine list.
I went on a valentine's date. Both my wife and I enjoyed the experience."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2012
Special Features: kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 22 for Ignite Bistro
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Took my wife for Valentines
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Took my wife for Valentines day dinner and was not too sure what to expect. Place was very nice and somewhat elegant. My wife really liked the environment and food. Would definitely return. Looks like they have a really nice outdoor seating area with a bar outside as well, will have to come back during the summer to experience that scene."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2011
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, great for lunch
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Review 23 for Ignite Bistro
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
SUCH A GREAT PLACE!!!!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Just a great local spot for good food and drink. The great spots just don't seem to last in the LaCosta area. I hope Ignite does. Our LaCosta area residents need and want cool places like this to meet with friends and enjoy with our families."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic
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Review 24 for Ignite Bistro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
They didn't have my Open Table
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"They didn't have my Open Table reservation but seated us immediately anyway. The food is great, the service on a very busy night was prompt."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2008
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Review 25 for Ignite Bistro
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Second time there. Left very
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Second time there. Left very unimpressed."
Dined on 02/01/2013
2012
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 26 for Ignite Bistro
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
It's okay, but not all that
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"It's okay, but not all that good. Service and food is mediocre."
Dined on 01/23/2013
2007
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Review 27 for Ignite Bistro
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Love the smoking lunch deal!
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Love the smoking lunch deal! Plus they brought us a sample piece of pizza they are trying out. Pear, honey and mozzarella - cant wait to order that one. Service was very attentive. Love ignite"
Dined on 01/24/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Ignite Bistro
Based on the average of (22) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
5 out of 5 recommend this product
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic