how it all started.
Owned and operated by Roddy and Aaron Browning—he a certified sommelier with decades in the industry, the restaurant embodies their mantra: chef-inspired, neighborhood-approved. They’ve since expanded the concept to include an East Wing Lounge for fine dining and Swine Wine Bottle Shop next door, offering curated wines from Roddy’s sommelier expertise. Their flagship remains focused on Southern comfort—house butchering meats, handmade pasta, and ingredient-driven dishes.
What should you Try?
Here are standout picks from Flying Pig that locals rave about:
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Pig Burger: A signature 50/50 pork‑and‑beef burger with bacon jam, cheddar, and fried pickled tomato.
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Cast‑Iron Mac & Cheese: Iconic and Instagram-famous, rich and cheesy.
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Deviled Eggs, Hushpuppies & Truffle Fries: Top-tier starters, often featured on $7 happy hour menus.
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Pork Belly with Collards & Polenta Spoon Bread: A chef-crafted standout praised in reviews.
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Chicken & Dumplings (Ricotta Gnudi) and Port‑Braised Short Ribs with Truffle Risotto: Elevated comfort dishes that earn glowing reviews.
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Fresh‑made Pasta & Daily Risotto: Including forbidden‑rice risotto and house-made ragu pasta.
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Bar Program: “Pigtails” cocktails like Bourbon Gold Rush or Fashionably Late, plus rotating California beers and curated wines matched by Roddy.
Customer reviews highlight relaxed energy, attentive staff, and dishes built for flavor over flash.
Location and Contact Information
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Address: 509 Mission Ave, Oceanside, CA 92054
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Phone: (760) 453‑2940
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Hours:
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Mon–Thu: 11:30 AM–10 PM
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Fri–Sat: to 11:30 PM
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Sun: until 9 PM
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Happy Hour: Mon–Thu, ~2:30–5 PM — $7 small plates & drinks
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Extras: Wheelchair accessible, dog-friendly patio, reservations accepted, robust catering and private dining options via East Wing Lounge & Swine Wine Bottle Shop
