Welcome to Death by Tequila. A Baja restaurant and tequila bar in the heart of downtown Encinitas. A place of delicious contrasts. Of food without borders that tells the story of our shared coastline: its vibrant cuisine, the surf culture, the rebellious spirit. Where a come as you are vibe provides the backdrop for playful, experimental dishes that burst with color and elevated flavors. Where locals gather after dark to sip handcrafted cocktails and savor a Smugglers List of fine tequilas you won’t find anywhere else in San Diego.

La vida es corta (life is short), surrender to its pleasures.

With bountiful Baja as their muse, Top Chef Angelo Sosa and his team create exciting chef’s tasting-style menus using seasonal local produce. Our pasión for beautiful organic ingredients is such that we handpick them fresh from our coastal farm each day. Every dish is inspired by authentic Baja ingredients, but retold in daring, unexpected ways. Join us and let us transport you to your own private slice of Baja.

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