California English Menu (2025 Update)

Welcome to California English, where culinary delight meets a cheeky twist on classic favorites. Nestled in the vibrant Sorrento Valley, this restaurant offers a menu that bridges Californian freshness with traditional English fare, ensuring an unforgettable dining experience.

  • Diverse Plates: Indulge in dishes like the Roasted Mushroom Bahn Mi and Faroe Island Salmon, each crafted with meticulous attention to flavor.
  • Decadent Desserts: Don’t miss the Toffee Date Cake or the luscious Brownie Sundae, perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth.
  • Brunch Bliss: For breakfast lovers, the English Breakfast and American Breakfast are must-tries, bringing a hearty start to your day.

With a beautifully designed interior and thoughtful service, California English invites you to savor every moment. Whether you’re indulging or sharing a family meal, this gem promises delight in every bite.

Salads

ENGLISH COBB SALAD

chopped veg, bacon, egg, blue cheese, mustard tarragon dressing

US$17.00

SHAVED BRUSSELS CAESAR

romaine, scone croutons, parm, avocado dressing

US$14.00

SD SALAD

US$5.00

ROASTED BABY BEETS

salsa macha, cotija cheese, toasted peanuts, orange

US$16.00

GIRL & DUG SALAD

farm greens, blue cheese, apples, walnuts, orange-honey dressing

US$16.00

SIDE SALAD

US$6.00

TOFFEE DATE CAKE

w/ salted caramel ice cream

US$10.00

BROWNIE SUNDAE

chocolate brownie, brandied cherry, marshmallow, vanilla ice cream

US$10.00

BERRIES & CREAM

mixed berries, meringue, posset

US$8.00

TART CITRON

US$9.00

BANOFFEE TRIFLE

US$10.00

Dessert

N/A Beverages

BLUE ICED TEA

US$4.00

TONIC

US$3.00

BABY DRAGON MOCKTAIL

dragon fruit, yuzu, hibiscus, lime

US$9.00

N/A ATHLETIC IPA - CAN

US$8.00

SAN PELLEGRINO - ARANCIATA

US$6.00

GINGER HONEY MOCKTAIL

ginger, honey, lemon

US$9.00

CLUB SODA

US$3.00

GINGERALE

US$4.00

OAT MILK

US$4.00

GINGER BEER

US$5.00

WHOLE MILK

US$4.00

JUST PEACHY MOCKTAIL

peach, orange, mint, lemon, soda

US$9.00

ICED TEA

US$4.00

PINEAPPLE JUICE

US$5.00

ORANGE JUICE

US$5.00

ARNIE PALMER

US$4.00

SPRITE

US$4.00

PASSION ICED TEA

US$4.00

DIET

US$4.00

CRANBERRY JUICE

US$5.00

LRG ACQUA PANNA

US$11.00

COKE

US$4.00

LRG S. PELLEGRINO

US$10.00

LEMONADE

US$4.00

SAN PELLEGRINO - LIMONATA

US$6.00

CHILAQUILES CHIPS

Triple-cooked chips, salsa roja, avocado, cotija, fried egg

US$18.00

HOT CHICKEN SANDO

lemon black pepper scones, crispy thigh, B&B pickle, whipped honey

US$18.00

SCONES & GRAVY

Cheddar & chive scones, banger gravy, 2 fried eggs

US$18.00

STEAK & EGGS

Pan roasted hanger, black walnut chimichurri, 2 eggs, chips

US$32.00

SO-CAL SMASH BURGER

english cheddar, pickle, LTO, secret sauce, chips

US$19.00

CALIFORNIA BENNY

Roasted tomato, spinach, avocado, hollandaise, hash browns

US$18.00

ENGLISH BREAKFAST

Banger sausage, blood pudding, baked beans, 2 fried eggs

US$25.00

BANGER BENNY

Seared banger sausage, caramelized onions, hollandaise, hash browns

US$19.00

ROASTED MUSHROOM BAHN MI

hoisin glazed trumpet mushrooms, pickled veggies, baguette

US$17.00

FISH & CHIPS

ale battered cod, pickled onion, curry ketchup, curry gravy, malt vinegar, tartar sauce, served w/ chips & smashed english peas

US$29.00

AMERICAN BREAKFAST

Bacon, hashbrowns, banger sausage, 2 eggs

US$22.00

ENGLISH DIP

shaved prime rib, horsey aioli, jus

US$19.00

PROPER ROAST

US$45.00

TOFFEE FRENCH TOAST

Toffee sauce, pecans, date custard

US$14.00

CHICKEN TIKKA ENCHILADAS

coconut rice, tomato and ginger pico

US$26.00

CREAMED SPINACH PAPARDELLE

smoked bacon, parmesan cream

US$24.00

FAROE ISLAND SALMON

lentils, kale, black truffle vinaigrette

US$28.00

ALE BATTERED FISH SANDO

ale-battered Atlantic cod, slaw, malt vinegar, crisps

US$19.00

BRICK CHICKEN

tropical salsa, mango BBQ sauce, G&D greens

US$28.00

BUTCHER'S STEAK - LUNCH

pan roasted hanger, black walnut chimichurri, braised shallots, horsey sauce, chips

US$32.00

WINTER SQUASH RISOTTO

brown sugar, truffle froth, pepitas

US$27.00

BEEF SHORT RIB

proper potato puree, root vegetables

US$43.00

BUTCHER'S STEAK - DINNER

chimichurri, braised shallots, yorkies, horseradish cream

US$45.00

FISH & CHIPS DINNER

US$34.00

Plates

Coffee & Hot Tea

ESPRESSO

US$0.00

COFFEE

US$4.00

LATTE

US$6.50

HOT TEA

US$5.00

CAPPUCCINO

US$6.00

AMERICANO

US$5.50

MACCHIATO

US$5.50

HOT CHOCOLATE

US$5.00

CRAB CAKE

old bayonnaise, fennel, fresh herbs

US$22.00

PEAR & RICOTTA TOAST

red wine syrup, aged goat cheese, endive

US$14.00

STADIUM STYLE HAND PIE

ale braised short rib, root vegetables

US$14.00

AHI POKE

yellowfin, wasabi pea “nori”, crispy rice, G&D greens

US$24.00

LEMON PEPPER SCONES

w/ butter & sea salt

US$13.00

HOT SCOTCH EGG

perfect egg, banger sausage, whipped honey

US$13.00

CHIPS

served w/ curry ketchup

US$11.00

CHARRED BABY CARROTS

muhammara, chimmichurri

US$16.00

HAMACHI CRUDO

beet root, horseradish, apple

US$21.00

"STEAK TARTAR"

hand cut filet tartare, steak sauce, loaded hash brown

US$24.00

Bits And Bobs

Bits & Bobs

LEMON PEPPER SCONES

w/ butter & sea salt

US$13.00

CHARRED BABY CARROTS

muhammara, chimmichurri

US$14.00

PEAR & RICOTTA TOAST

red wine syrup, aged goat cheese, endive

US$14.00

HAND PIE

House pasty dough filled with lamb, peas, mint, chutney

US$13.00

SPICED BACON

Slow roasted & glazed w/ tahini yogurt, tomato, cucumber

US$16.00

HOT SCOTCH EGG

perfect egg, banger sausage, whipped honey

US$13.00

CHIPS

served w/ curry ketchup

US$11.00