Best Fine Dining Restaurants in Downtown

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1. Cowboy Star

4.9

Exceptional(4773)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown

Booked 76 times today

Located in the heart of the East Village neighborhood of San Diego, Cowboy Star is dedicated to providing an unmatched attention to detail and a level of service that immediately sets us apart. Cowboy Star guests are the number one priority and guest satisfaction is the base upon which our entire concept is built. Our level of service is only matched by our celebration of regional American heirloom recipes offered with genuine neighborly hospitality. We are committed to supporting local and regional farmers, fishers and producers by cooking food that recaptures the simple and pure tastes found in locally grown, natural and organic ingredients. We strive to raise awareness of a more sustainable food future, while helping to restore a sense of community that brings us back to a more homegrown time.The Cowboy Star Menu features the finest in select natural products including Niman Ranch all natural beef from the nation's leading Certified Humane Angus herd.

2. Huntress

4.5

Awesome(814)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown

Booked 28 times today

Huntress is the most adventurous and energetic modern steakhouse in downtown San Diego, offering the finest cuts of meat, one of the largest collections of Japanese whisky brands in California, and a contemporary, lively atmosphere where music elevates every dish.

3. STK- San Diego

4.3

Awesome(3357)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown

Booked 36 times today

STK Steakhouse is “not your daddy’s steakhouse,” offering a high-energy dining experience that artfully combines the superior quality of a traditional steakhouse with a Vibe Dining atmosphere unlike any other. Delectable cuisine, upscale cocktails and an elevated Happy Hour, along with an in-house DJ and chic décor, all come together to offer a memorable fine dining experience that keeps guests enjoying their evening from drinks to dinner to late night. STK’s menu features reimagined classic American cuisine for lunch, brunch and dinner with unique local flair infused into each location’s menu. The brand’s beef program focuses on the highest quality, delicious and craveable steaks while emphasizing transparency and traceable sourcing practices.

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4. Provisional Restaurant at Pendry San Diego

4.7

Exceptional(975)

Price: Expensive

• American • Downtown

Booked 40 times today

Provisional Kitchen, Café & Mercantile, open for daily for brunch and select evenings for dinner. Provisional is a sprawling, sunlit communal dining space featuring a Vittoria Coffee espresso bar, bistro tables, and a retail space set within a greenhouse, where guests can shop a curated collection of homeware, ceramics, apothecary items, pantry staples, and jewelry.Provisional serves some of the best cuisine in the city, featuring favorites such as housemade pasta, woodfire-oven baked pizza and Italian-inspired entrées; our lively brunch features bottomless mimosas and seasonal creations.

5. Grant Grill

4.7

Exceptional(1629)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Downtown

Booked 6 times today

A remarkable epicurean experience awaits you at Grant Grill and Lounge. From the iconic, chic setting to our fresh California cuisine and innovative libations, Grant Grill and Lounge carries a tradition of excellence rich in history (since 1951) and history-in-the-making. Breakfast, lunch and dinner menus highlight the best ingredients of the season with a fresh approach to classics. From the bar, proprietary beverage creations are offered alongside an impressive menu of wine, beer and cocktails.

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6. Dobson's Bar & Restaurant

4.6

Exceptional(1431)

Price: Moderate

• Californian • Downtown

Booked 11 times today

Dobson's Bar and Restaurant is a hidden treasure in the heart of Downtown San Diego/Gaslamp Quarter. For the last 40 years, this has been the hot spot for business lunches and frequented by many local and nationwide celebrities. Paul Dobson, the namesake for Dobson's bar and restaurant, is one of America's few professional Bullfighters. The food is California cuisine with a touch of Italian, French, Spanish and Asian cuisine. One thing that both local San Diegans and Zagat can agree on is that this is one of the top restaurants in San Diego. Due to the limited seating and popularity, reservations are highly recommended. Owner Paul Dobson "works a room better than Sinatra", which explains why this "local tradition" downtown remains, "after all these years", a "high-powered, hobnob spot"; the Cal kitchen "serves up delicious, innovative food, along with old standbys" ("have the mussel bisque and think of heaven").

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7. Greystone Prime Steakhouse & Seafood

4.0

Excellent(2313)

Price: Expensive

• Steak • Downtown

Booked 18 times today

For over 2 decades, Greystone Steakhouse has set the standard for fine dining in San Diego. Located in the Gaslamp Quarter, Greystone delivers an unparalleled culinary experience that combines exceptional cuisine, an award-winning wine list. Recognized as one of the Best Restaurants in San Diego, Greystone is the perfect destination for steak, seafood, pasta, wine, and whiskey lovers alike.Best Steakhouse in San Diego and California by SD Entertainer and Best Things CaliforniaBest Fine Dining Award in the Gaslamp QuarterBest Wine List by Wine SpectatorThese prestigious awards affirm Greystone’s commitment to excellence, cementing its position as the premier dining destination in San Diego.Our menu showcases premium USDA Prime steaks, fresh seafood, and exclusive Wagyu beef sourced from the Miyazaki Prefecture in Japan. A Wine Lover’s ParadiseGreystone’s award-winning wine list is another cornerstone of its appeal. Curated with care, the selection features over 3,000 bottles

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8. The Westgate Hotel - The Westgate Room

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4.3

Awesome(261)

Price: Expensive

• Bistro • Downtown

Booked 1 time today

In the heart of San Diego, indulge in an exceptional dining experience at The Westgate Room Restaurant. Experience Modern American dining with the intimacy of a neighborhood bistro presented amid elegant vintage decor and gilt glamour touches. The ambiance is welcoming, the service is personal, and the food is a cherished taste of modern French culinary tradition and Californian savoir-faire.

9. Nobu San Diego

4.6

Exceptional(3753)

Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • Downtown

Booked 57 times today

World renowned for its award winning "New Style" Japanese cuisine, Nobu continues to offer savvy diners across the globe a culinary adventure. Our San Diego location is yet another canvas for Chef Nobu Matsuhisa to display his legendary dishes, such as the Black Cod Miso and Yellowtail Sashimi with Jalapeno. The restaurant which is nestled in the perennially hip and centrally located Hard Rock Hotel also features unique creations by Executive Chef David Meade who has honed his skill at Nobu locations in Miami and New York. Nobu San Diego delivers equally on food, impeccable service and ambiance that is sophisticated yet lively.

10. Mister A's

4.9

Exceptional(8712)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary French / American • Downtown

Booked 75 times today

Mister A's is the penthouse, fine-dining destination of San Diego, and has been for over 50 years. Located just a few minutes from downtown, you will take the elevator to the top floor and look back out over jetliners sweeping past at eye level, the San Diego skyline, bay and Pacific, while enjoying Modern American cuisine, hand-crafted cocktails, and one of Wine Spectator's top-rated wine lists in the country. The culinary staff hand-selects local farm produce and the highest quality ingredients in every category to offer you selections that are made from scratch in house for brunch, lunch, dinner.. or simply the finest rooftop drinks and appetizers in town.Please visit our website for specific dress code guidelines: https://www.asrestaurant.com/contact/(Guests not in dress code will be turned away)

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kelsey
San Diego •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Fantastic experience! The food was great and even on a Wednesday they had a full staff to ensure a great experience.
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Cowboy StarPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Downtown
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4.9
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Edgar
Las Vegas •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Amazing experience! This was our second time and it was fantastic! From service to the food was amazing! Defiantly recommend 10-10! Can’t wait to come back!
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HuntressPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Downtown
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4.5
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Lorena
San Diego •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Service was amazing, the marshmallow old fashioned and the truffle butter is to die for. Our server was so nice and friendly.
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STK- San DiegoPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Downtown
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4.3
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Diane
Los Angeles •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jan 1, 2025
Came on NY’s day for lunch. Food, ambience, and service were fantastic. There was an issue initially with the hostess getting our party seated even though we had a reservation. The hostess was not very receptive, reassuring, or service oriented it seemed. But the manager eventually got involved who was amazing and got us all situated. Norma was the sweetest. Would definitely come here again :)
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Provisional Restaurant at Pendry San DiegoPrice: Expensive• American• Downtown
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4.7
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BrookeVIP
Seattle / Eastern Washington •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 25, 2024
We had the pleasure of dining here on Christmas Eve. It was a beautiful 4-course menu including an amuse Bouche, a choice between two salads, four entrees and two desserts. The service was absolutely on point! Great attention to detail and the server assistants were fabulous too. The food runner was lovely and explained each course. The food was absolutely delicious. By far our best meal in San Diego. Thank you all!
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Grant GrillPrice: Expensive• Californian• Downtown
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4.7

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1. Cowboy Star

2. Huntress

3. STK- San Diego

4. Provisional Restaurant at Pendry San Diego

5. Grant Grill

6. Dobson's Bar & Restaurant

7. Greystone Prime Steakhouse & Seafood

8. The Westgate Hotel - The Westgate Room

9. Nobu San Diego

10. Mister A's

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