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Starlite
This hip, adults-only bar and eatery is an ideal date-night or late-night destination. Through a hexagonal hallway is a dimly-lit lounge with tufted, black leather banquettes,…
Bertrand at Mister A's
This San Diego landmark and special occasion destination offers American fine dining with French and Mediterranean influences and magnificent views of the city skyline and coast. In a…
Urban Solace
The Bourbon Street-like facade with a wraparound, wrought iron balcony is the first indication that this place means to let the good times roll. The atmosphere at this North Park…
Snooze, an A.M. Eatery
Bursting with natural light and a splashy, space-age style, this bustling brunch spot, an offshoot of a small Denver-based chain, packs the house with bedheads hungry for creative…
Blue Water Seafood Market and Grill
San Diegans are relentless in their pursuit of the perfect fish taco, so trust the well-worn path to this ultra-casual, no-frills counter-serve joint. All the seafood—ahi tuna, mahi…
DaoFu
This intimate Asian eatery, previously known as Tao, specializes in Japanese and Vietnamese cuisine in a simple, dimly-lit space where diners are encouraged to graffiti the walls with…
Bencotto Italian Kitchen
This Little Italy star offers homestyle Italian cooking in a sophisticated but convivial setting. The modern, minimalist venue features two floors of dining, clean lines, and…
Whisknladle
What may appear from the outside to be a relaxed neighborhood bistro is actually an ambitious and acclaimed farm-to-table restaurant where the kitchen labors to create everything from…
Bronx Pizza
Pizza lovers face ever-increasing options in San Diego, especially for fancy pies with an emphasis on artisan ingredients (Pizzeria Mozza, Blue Ribbon Artisan Pizza). But for the…
Cucina Urbana
Thankfully for diners, weeks-in-advance reservations are no longer required for this still wildly popular Italian eatery that executes rustic, California-influenced cuisine. Pasta and…
El Agave Tequileria
No frozen margarita machine spins at this Mexican eatery—instead, you'll encounter a full-blown tequila museum stocked with over 2,000 different high-end and hard-to-find tequilas. In…
Phil's BBQ
Locals and savvy out-of-towners line out the door of this down-home barbecue joint that fixes up mesquite-grilled, fall-off-the-bone baby back and beef ribs; big, messy sandwiches…
Neighborhood
This hip, craft beer-loving gastropub boasts a "No Budweiser, no ketchup" ethos. And that’s just fine by locals who chow down on gourmet burgers such as the Neighborhood with…
Cowboy Star
Boasting a classic Hollywood western motif, this steakhouse ropes in locals with its upscale cuisine and down-home vibe. Chef Victor Jimenez's meat-centric American menu is big on…
Pizzeria Mozza
San Diego isn't known for blithely embracing cultural imports from Los Angeles, but it makes an exception for this casual Italian phenomenon from the formidable team of Mario Batali,…
George's at the Cove
This La Jolla legend offers local, seasonally-inspired American cuisine in an waterfront setting with three different levels of dining options, all with views of the shimmering Pacific…
Extraordinary Desserts
Crossing beneath the slightly mod facade and entering this elaborate shrine to all things sweet can be a tad overwhelming to the average sugar fiend in search of a fix. This isn't some…
Addison
San Diego's only Forbes five-star and AAA five-diamond rated restaurant, the Addison, is a true local institution, a favorite destination for special occasioners and foodies willing to…
Carnitas' Snack Shack
Long lines greet a short list of porktastic plates at this laid-back, walk-up stand identifiable by the large pig sculpture crowning its roof. Although the locally sourced, seasonal…
Filippi’s Pizza Grotto
Sure, there are trendier and more refined restaurants in the new Little Italy, but nobody does Old World Italian like this venerable pizzeria behind a 1950s Italian market. Aromas of…
Puesto
Dare you to not have fun sipping the perfect margarita, nibbling chips with chunky guacamole, and gabbing with friend on a bright orange couch on a balmy afternoon. LA design meets TJ…
Tidal
Located in what was originally a 1960s home, now part of the Paradise Point Resort, this bright, airy dining room incorporates a bar, lounge area with tangerine-colored couches, a…
1500 Ocean
Executive Chef John Shelton relies on his California roots in creating his menu for the Hotel Del Coronado's special occasion restaurant. Duck, beef, pork and chicken are prepared with…
Chez Loma
A flashback to Coronado’s genteel, high-society days, this small gem in a Victorian cottage exudes romance and intimacy. The glassed-in patio is particularly lovely with its reflected…
The Marine Room
Combine a celebrated chef with a venerable seaside dining room, add impeccable service and an unfussy, elegant setting and you’ll come close to imagining this quintessential ultimate…