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Restaurants in San Diego

Discover the best restaurants in San Diego. Find inspiration for your trip with our curated list of top-rated spots, local favorites, and hidden gems.

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california/san-diego/restaurant/house-of-blues-restaurant-bar

House of Blues Restaurant & Bar

Discover the vibrant fusion of live music and Southern cuisine at House of Blues Restaurant & Bar in San Diego's lively Downtown.

1055 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101
4.5 Excellent 3,431 reviews
california/san-diego/restaurant/coasterra

Coasterra

Experience exquisite Mexican cuisine and breathtaking bay views at Coasterra – where fine dining meets coastal charm in San Diego.

880 Harbor Island Dr, San Diego, CA 92101
4.4 Very Good 4,507 reviews
california/san-diego/restaurant/ironside-fish-oyster

Ironside Fish & Oyster

Experience the best of San Diego's seafood scene at Ironside Fish & Oyster - fresh oysters, coastal cuisine, and vibrant ambiance await!

1654 India St, San Diego, CA 92101
4.5 Excellent 4,185 reviews
california/san-diego/restaurant/tom-ham-s-lighthouse

Tom Ham's Lighthouse

Experience exquisite seafood dining at Tom Ham's Lighthouse with stunning waterfront views in San Diego.

2150 Harbor Island Dr, San Diego, CA 92101
4.6 Excellent 3,730 reviews
california/san-diego/restaurant/the-crack-shack-little-italy

The Crack Shack - Little Italy

Discover the best of American cuisine at The Crack Shack - Little Italy with gourmet fried chicken and a lively atmosphere in San Diego.

2266 Kettner Blvd, San Diego, CA 92101
4.5 Excellent 5,671 reviews
california/san-diego/restaurant/juniper-ivy

Juniper & Ivy

Experience innovative American cuisine at Juniper & Ivy in San Diego—where culinary artistry meets an inviting atmosphere.

2228 Kettner Blvd, San Diego, CA 92101
4.6 Excellent 2,278 reviews
california/san-diego/restaurant/born-and-raised

Born and Raised

Discover culinary excellence at Born and Raised - San Diego's premier steakhouse offering exquisite cuts of meat in a luxurious setting.

1909 India St, San Diego, CA 92101
4.5 Excellent 2,671 reviews
california/san-diego/restaurant/mister-a-s

Mister A's

Experience fine dining with breathtaking views at Mister A's - where exquisite cuisine meets stunning San Diego skyline.

2550 Fifth Ave 12th floor, San Diego, CA 92103
4.6 Excellent 1,898 reviews
california/san-diego/restaurant/corvette-diner

Corvette Diner

Dive into retro vibes at Corvette Diner in San Diego – where delicious American food meets arcade fun in a nostalgic setting.

2965 Historic Decatur Rd, San Diego, CA 92106
4.4 Very Good 4,016 reviews
california/san-diego/restaurant/hodad-s-downtown

Hodad's Downtown

Experience the best of San Diego’s burger scene at Hodad's Downtown – where flavor meets fun in every bite.

945 Broadway, San Diego, CA 92101
4.6 Excellent 4,163 reviews
california/san-diego/restaurant/herb-wood

Herb & Wood

Discover the essence of Mediterranean fine dining at Herb & Wood in San Diego - where Californian flavors meet culinary artistry.

2210 Kettner Blvd, San Diego, CA 92101
4.5 Excellent 2,100 reviews
california/san-diego/restaurant/greystone-prime-steakhouse-seafood

Greystone Prime Steakhouse & Seafood

Discover exquisite flavors at Greystone Prime Steakhouse & Seafood in San Diego's vibrant Gaslamp Quarter—where fine dining meets unforgettable experiences.

658 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101
4.3 Very Good 1,899 reviews
california/san-diego/restaurant/world-famous

World Famous

Experience Californian cuisine at World Famous in Pacific Beach - where great food meets stunning ocean views.

711 Pacific Beach Dr, San Diego, CA 92109
4.3 Very Good 3,797 reviews
california/san-diego/restaurant/puesto-at-the-headquarters

Puesto At The Headquarters

Experience authentic Mexican cuisine at Puesto At The Headquarters in Downtown San Diego - where every meal is a celebration.

789 W Harbor Dr UNIT 155, San Diego, CA 92101
4.4 Very Good 3,152 reviews
california/san-diego/restaurant/water-grill-san-diego

Water Grill San Diego

Experience exceptional seafood at Water Grill San Diego, where fresh ingredients meet culinary artistry in an elegant setting.

615 J St, San Diego, CA 92101
4.4 Very Good 2,329 reviews
california/san-diego/restaurant/the-marine-room

The Marine Room

Experience fine dining at The Marine Room in La Jolla, where Californian seafood meets stunning ocean views for an unforgettable meal.

1950 Spindrift Dr, La Jolla, CA 92037
4.4 Very Good 1,369 reviews
california/san-diego/restaurant/c-level-lounge

C Level Lounge

Experience exquisite seafood dining at C Level Lounge with stunning views of San Diego Bay and skyline.

880 Harbor Island Dr, San Diego, CA 92101
4.7 Excellent 2,646 reviews
california/san-diego/restaurant/steamy-piggy

Steamy Piggy

Experience the best of Asian fusion at Steamy Piggy - where delicious dumplings meet innovative Chinese cuisine in San Diego.

4681 Convoy St # A, San Diego, CA 92111
4.8 Excellent 5,254 reviews
california/san-diego/restaurant/cafe-sevilla-of-san-diego

Cafe Sevilla of San Diego

Experience the vibrant spirit of Spain at Café Sevilla in San Diego - where delicious tapas meet lively entertainment in the heart of Gaslamp Quarter.

353 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101
4.3 Very Good 3,182 reviews
california/san-diego/restaurant/lou-mickey-s

Lou & Mickey's

Experience the ultimate steakhouse dining in San Diego’s Gaslamp Quarter at Lou & Mickey’s - where exceptional food meets outstanding service.

224 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101
4.5 Excellent 2,203 reviews
california/san-diego/restaurant/island-prime

Island Prime

Experience exquisite steak and stunning waterfront views at Island Prime, San Diego's top fine dining destination.

880 Harbor Island Dr, San Diego, CA 92101
4.6 Excellent 2,129 reviews
california/san-diego/restaurant/fogo-de-chao-brazilian-steakhouse

Fogo de Chão Brazilian Steakhouse

Experience authentic Brazilian churrasco at Fogo de Chão in San Diego's Gaslamp Quarter - where every meal is a celebration.

668 Sixth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101
4.3 Very Good 4,075 reviews
california/san-diego/restaurant/werewolf

Werewolf

Discover Werewolf: A Bar & Breakfast Haven Offering Brunch Delights & Karaoke Fun in San Diego's Gaslamp Quarter.

627 Fourth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101
4.5 Excellent 2,533 reviews
california/san-diego/restaurant/rustic-root

Rustic Root

Experience innovative American cuisine and craft cocktails at Rustic Root in San Diego's lively Gaslamp Quarter.

535 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101
4.4 Very Good 2,505 reviews
california/san-diego/restaurant/kettner-exchange

Kettner Exchange

Discover Kettner Exchange: Where American cuisine meets a vibrant pub atmosphere in the heart of San Diego.

2001 Kettner Blvd, San Diego, CA 92101
4.5 Excellent 1,967 reviews
california/san-diego/restaurant/animae

Animae

Experience exceptional Asian fusion cuisine at Animae in Downtown San Diego—where tradition meets innovation in fine dining.

969 Pacific Hwy, San Diego, CA 92101
4.6 Excellent 598 reviews
california/san-diego/restaurant/insideout

insideOUT

Discover insideOUT in Hillcrest: A vibrant restaurant offering exquisite Mediterranean dishes and an inviting lounge atmosphere perfect for all occasions.

1642 University Ave #100, San Diego, CA 92103
4.6 Excellent 1,171 reviews
california/san-diego/restaurant/trust

Trust

Discover Trust in Hillcrest - A New American dining experience blending seasonal flavors with innovative cocktails in San Diego.

3752 Park Blvd, San Diego, CA 92103
4.6 Excellent 1,188 reviews
california/san-diego/restaurant/seneca-trattoria

Seneca Trattoria

Discover the authentic flavors of Northern Italy at Seneca Trattoria in Downtown San Diego – where exquisite cuisine meets stunning bay views.

901 Bayfront Ct Level 19, San Diego, CA 92101
4.1 Very Good 767 reviews
california/san-diego/restaurant/the-lion-s-share

The Lion's Share

Experience the eclectic flavors of America at The Lion's Share in Downtown San Diego—where innovative cuisine meets vibrant nightlife.

629 Kettner Blvd, San Diego, CA 92101
4.7 Excellent 1,521 reviews
california/san-diego/restaurant/hob-nob-hill

Hob Nob Hill

Discover the charm of Hob Nob Hill in San Diego: where classic American comfort food meets cozy diner vibes.

2271 First Ave., San Diego, CA 92101
4.4 Very Good 1,909 reviews
california/san-diego/restaurant/osteria-panevino

Osteria Panevino

Experience authentic Northern Italian cuisine at Osteria Panevino in San Diego's Gaslamp Quarter – where every dish is crafted with passion.

722 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101
4.3 Very Good 1,078 reviews
california/san-diego/restaurant/top-of-the-market-san-diego

Top of the Market - San Diego

Discover fine dining at Top of the Market in San Diego—where fresh seafood meets stunning bay views for an unforgettable culinary experience.

750 N Harbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92101
4.5 Excellent 746 reviews
california/san-diego/restaurant/lionfish-modern-coastal-cuisine-san-diego

Lionfish Modern Coastal Cuisine- San Diego

Discover exquisite seafood dining at Lionfish Modern Coastal Cuisine in San Diego's Gaslamp Quarter—where innovation meets coastal tradition.

435 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101
4.4 Very Good 725 reviews
california/san-diego/restaurant/the-smoking-goat-restaurant

The Smoking Goat Restaurant

Experience the perfect blend of modern French cuisine and American flavors at The Smoking Goat Restaurant in San Diego's North Park.

3408 30th St, San Diego, CA 92104
4.6 Excellent 977 reviews
california/san-diego/restaurant/cowboy-star-restaurant-and-butcher-shop

Cowboy Star Restaurant and Butcher Shop

Experience unparalleled fine dining at Cowboy Star Restaurant and Butcher Shop in San Diego, where premium steaks meet Western hospitality.

640 Tenth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101
4.6 Excellent 700 reviews
california/san-diego/restaurant/jrdn-restaurant

JRDN Restaurant

Savor exquisite seafood dishes with stunning ocean views at JRDN Restaurant in San Diego's Pacific Beach.

723 Felspar St, San Diego, CA 92109
4.5 Excellent 1,298 reviews
california/san-diego/restaurant/the-rabbit-hole

The Rabbit Hole

Discover culinary creativity at The Rabbit Hole in San Diego – where every dish tells a story and every sip delights.

3377 Adams Ave, San Diego, CA 92116
4.3 Very Good 1,251 reviews
california/san-diego/restaurant/one-door-north

One Door North

Discover One Door North in San Diego - where delicious American cuisine meets vibrant bar culture in a cozy setting.

3422 30th St, San Diego, CA 92104
4.4 Very Good 675 reviews
california/san-diego/restaurant/the-red-door

The Red Door

Experience the essence of Italy at The Red Door in Hillcrest - where authentic cuisine meets exceptional wine in a charming setting.

741 W Washington St, San Diego, CA 92103
4.6 Excellent 758 reviews
california/san-diego/restaurant/rusticucina

RustiCucina

Discover RustiCucina in San Diego for an authentic Italian dining experience with fresh ingredients and classic recipes.

3797 Park Blvd, San Diego, CA 92103
4.6 Excellent 531 reviews
california/san-diego/restaurant/asti-ristorante

Asti Ristorante

Experience authentic Italian cuisine at Asti Ristorante in San Diego's Gaslamp Quarter—where every meal feels like a journey to Italy.

728 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101
4.4 Very Good 918 reviews
california/san-diego/restaurant/wormwood

Wormwood

Discover Wormwood in North Park: where innovative cuisine meets cozy bistro charm in San Diego.

4677 30th St, San Diego, CA 92116
4.6 Excellent 217 reviews
california/san-diego/restaurant/dobson-s-bar-restaurant

Dobson's Bar & Restaurant

Experience exquisite American cuisine infused with French and Italian influences at Dobson's Bar & Restaurant in San Diego's Gaslamp Quarter.

956 Broadway Cir, San Diego, CA 92101
4.5 Excellent 414 reviews
california/san-diego/restaurant/baci-restaurant

Baci Restaurant

Discover Baci Restaurant in San Diego: A fine dining experience blending Italian tradition with fresh seafood flavors.

1955 Morena Blvd, San Diego, CA 92110
4.8 Excellent 516 reviews
california/san-diego/restaurant/vessel-restaurant

Vessel Restaurant

Experience breathtaking waterfront dining at Vessel Restaurant in San Diego – where New American cuisine meets coastal charm.

1551 Shelter Island Dr, San Diego, CA 92106
4.2 Very Good 556 reviews
california/san-diego/restaurant/the-rooftop-by-stk

The Rooftop by STK

Discover culinary delights with stunning skyline views at The Rooftop by STK in Downtown San Diego – where dining meets nightlife.

600 F St, San Diego, CA 92101
4.3 Very Good 417 reviews
california/san-diego/restaurant/glassdoor-restaurant

GlassDoor Restaurant

Experience authentic Mexican flavors in the heart of San Diego at GlassDoor Restaurant—where delicious food meets vibrant culture.

1835 Columbia St, San Diego, CA 92101
4 Very Good 259 reviews
california/san-diego/restaurant/the-westgate-room-restaurant

The Westgate Room Restaurant

Experience culinary excellence at The Westgate Room Restaurant in Downtown San Diego - where local flavors meet elegant dining.

1055 Second Ave, San Diego, CA 92101
4.5 Excellent 72 reviews
california/san-diego/restaurant/bronze-bird

Bronze Bird

Experience the best of Californian breakfast cuisine at Bronze Bird in San Diego's historic Gaslamp Quarter.

910 Broadway Cir, San Diego, CA 92101
4.6 Excellent 50 reviews

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