Best Restaurants for Foodies in Lemon Grove

27 restaurants available nearby

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1. Farmer's Table - La Mesa

4.3

Awesome(2023)

Price: Moderate

• Farm-to-table • La Mesa

Booked 15 times today

Excited to announce that we officially have four locations open in San Diego including Bay Park, Little Italy, La Mesa, and Chula Vista. As a family run operation we believe every good neighborhood deserves an eatery where locals and visitors can enjoy “honest food done right”. Here at Farmers Table, we specialize in farm-to-fork cuisine that focuses on bringing locally sourced organic ingredients together to be savored in an inviting family-friendly atmosphere, where adults and children can enjoy many different food options that are just right for them. If you are looking for a magical brunch this week, come stop by for an unforgettable night.

2. Animae

4.8

Exceptional(3263)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary Asian • Downtown

Booked 85 times today

ANIMAE’s eclectic West Coast cuisine, layered with Asian influences, comes to life under Celebrated Chef Brian Malarkey. Applying a California cooking style to ANIMAE’S traditional coal-fired oven and grill, Chef Malarkey’s menu is as thoughtful as it is refined, elevating local produce and seasonal ingredients to create a lively and progressive culinary program.

3. Cowboy Star

4.9

Exceptional(4776)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown

Booked 51 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.

4. Herb & Wood

4.6

Exceptional(6499)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Little Italy

Booked 88 times today

A timeless, sought-after dining escape, celebrated Chef Brian Malarkey opened Herb & Wood to instant acclaim over four years ago. In that time, the restaurant has become an icon, a dining destination that has helped to propel San Diego's culinary reputation to new heights. By focusing on rustic, wood-fired dishes, Chef Malarkey's menu elevates humble ingredients such as carrots, beets, and chicken, incorporating Mediterranean flavors and a California ethos of seasonality and sustainability.

5. Nobu San Diego

4.6

Exceptional(3754)

Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • Downtown

Booked 77 times today

Nobu San Diego is a foodie hotspot known for its award-winning 'New Style' Japanese cuisine. As per reviews, the food is consistently and exceptionally delicious, with each dish being a work of art, beautifully presented and bursting with flavor. The ambience is described as sophisticated yet lively, with a warm and inviting atmosphere. It's not just about the food, the service is equally praised, making it a fantastic dining experience.

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6. The Smoking Goat Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(2648)

Price: Moderate

• French American • North Park

Booked 41 times today

The Smoking Goat is an award-winning California-French bistro located in the heart of North Park, San Diego. We have received the Gold Medallion for the best French Bistro in San Diego three years running. Inspired by his European Farm-to-Table up-bringing and culinary training at Le Cordon Bleu Paris, Executive Chef and Owner Fred Piehl, marries classic French cuisine with the bounty of San Diego in a way that is rustic, yet refined, imaginative, yet unpretentious. The dinners served feature in-season local, sustainable and organic ingredients and provide guests with a unique culinary experience, reminiscent of the European countryside. Boasting a carefully selected wine and beer list and chef and bartender attention to select spirits to create craft house cocktails, The Smoking Goat assures there is always the correct pairing available.

7. Coasterra

4.6

Exceptional(7611)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Harbor Island

Booked 98 times today

Coasterra is San Diego's premier bay front dining destination! We are an innovative and modern restaurant, lounge and floating event center, featuring Mexican cuisine.

8. Cellar Hand

4.6

Exceptional(116)

Price: Expensive

• Farm-to-table • Hillcrest

Booked 18 times today

Nestled in the heart of Hillcrest, San Diego, Cellar Hand embodies a commitment to sustainability, craftsmanship, and community. Through a farm-to-table approach, our menu showcases hyper-local seasonal fare. Our extensive wine list highlights the diverse terroir of California, serving as an extension of founder’s Pali Wine Co. Santa Barbara County winery. By fostering deep connections with local artisans, farmers, fishers, and stewards, Cellar Hand strives to be a destination where guests can savor the essence of California’s bounty in every bite and sip.Enjoy our exposed kitchen, an indoor-outdoor bar, outdoor fire pits, and artwork by Nick Perr. Opened Wednesday - Sunday with daily happy hour specials and Sunday brunch!

9. Bleu Boheme

4.8

Exceptional(3556)

Price: Expensive

• French • Kensington

Booked 26 times today

"World travel and its pleasures; items brought back from different places for décors; great stories shared with others; and very importantly, simple, yet delicious recipes from different cultures. Our mission is humble. It is simply for people coming to our restaurant to be transported around the world, and to travel with us for an evening, to a place of well-being and happiness."Bleu Bohème is designed to create a feeling of France's past generations. It mixes the Bohemian and artistic free spirited left bank of Paris with the roots and tradition of the rural areas. Bleu Bohème is a neighborhood restaurant that serves accessible, affordable and comforting French cuisine.

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10. Provisional Restaurant at Pendry San Diego

4.7

Exceptional(976)

Price: Expensive

• American • Downtown

Booked 42 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.

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Jovanni
San Diego •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Great food and really quick service! Surprised my girlfriend with custom menus and birthday dessert! Highly recommend.
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Cowboy StarPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Downtown
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4.9
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GaryVIP
Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities •41 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
The experience was excellent. Food and service were awesome! Our server, Makenzie, was very attentive and explained any questions we had regarding the menu with great understanding of the food and how it is prepared.
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AnimaePrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary Asian• Downtown
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4.8
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Kayanne
San Diego •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Riva was an exceptional server. We enjoyed the pecan crusted chicken sandwich and the pecan crusted salad. Too much to share and took some home. Food was fresh and very rasty
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Farmer's Table - La MesaPrice: Moderate• Farm-to-table• La Mesa
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4.3
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Giovanna
San Antonio •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Incredible. The food and service was excellent. It was so vibey. Can’t wait to go back.
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Herb & WoodPrice: Expensive• Californian• Little Italy
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4.6
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Carol
Washington, D.C. Area •109 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We had the chef's tasting menu, and every selection was beyond delicious. The sake and wine selections suggested by our server created the perfect pairings for a magnificent dinner. Nobu is THE BEST!!!!
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Nobu San DiegoPrice: Very Expensive• Japanese• Downtown
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4.6

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27 restaurants available nearby

1. Farmer's Table - La Mesa

2. Animae

3. Cowboy Star

4. Herb & Wood

5. Nobu San Diego

6. The Smoking Goat Restaurant

7. Coasterra

8. Cellar Hand

9. Bleu Boheme

10. Provisional Restaurant at Pendry San Diego

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