Best Restaurants for Foodies in Normal Heights

31 restaurants available nearby

1. Animae

4.7

Exceptional(3271)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary Asian • Downtown

Booked 83 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.

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2. The Smoking Goat Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(2650)

Price: Moderate

• French American • North Park

Booked 29 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.

3. Bleu Boheme

4.8

Exceptional(3557)

Price: Expensive

• French • Kensington

Booked 18 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.

4. Herb & Wood

4.6

Exceptional(6504)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Little Italy

Booked 107 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. Cellar Hand

4.6

Exceptional(117)

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!

6. Coasterra

4.6

Exceptional(7619)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Harbor Island

Booked 122 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.

7. Nobu San Diego

4.6

Exceptional(3755)

Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • Downtown

Booked 67 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.

8. One Door North

4.5

Awesome(508)

Price: Moderate

• American • North Park

Booked 17 times today

At One Door North we host a New American Bar and Eatery that pays homage to the outdoors with the spirit of adventure, serving only fresh farm to table cuisine. Come enjoy the adventure with us, we look forward to serving you.

9. Cloak + Petal

4.6

Exceptional(976)

Price: Expensive

• Sushi • Little Italy

Booked 43 times today

WELCOME TO CLOAK & PETAL!Where we invite you to journey into a place of both intimacy and companionshipOur concept is drawn from our name. The word “cloak” implies secrecy, inspiring our concept of a social sphere humming beneath the levels of ordinary life. “Petal” alludes to the Japanese tradition of “hanami,” when family and friends gather under blooming cherry blossoms to savor food, drinks and fellowship.Enter our space and travel underground to décor reminiscent of an abandoned Tokyo subway, a stratum of society all its own, an artist’s dream. Cross the threshold into a mystically transformed Japanese social dining lounge which appears to be an outdoor seating area, similar to a waiting platform. Sit beneath a trellis of draping vines and teardrop lights in the intimate space we’ve thoughtfully created, and feast on authentic Japanese sushi, appetizers, small plates and drinks with family and friends.Journey down to Cloak + Petal… and come unwind your soul.

10. CUCINA urbana

4.8

Exceptional(7121)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Banker's Hill

Booked 57 times today

CUCINA urbana is a foodie haven, offering a unique blend of contemporary art and a country farmhouse ambiance. The reviews rave about its 'exquisite food and ambiance', 'exceptional and exciting food' and 'delicious food options'. It's also noted for its 'excellent service', 'interesting flavors', and 'creative and delicious food options'. The restaurant's wine program, which allows guests to hand-select wines for a minimal corkage fee, adds to the foodie experience.

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AdamVIP
Washington, D.C. Area •15 reviews
5.0
Dined today
One of the best meals of my life, and worth every penny. Our server made some amazing suggestions, so definitely ask. The cabbage, for example, was one of the best dishes of the night and we almost skipped it.
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AnimaePrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary Asian• Downtown
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4.7
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MariaVIP
Cleveland / Akron / Canton •103 reviews
4.0
Dined today
Delicious appetizers and easy to share. Vegetables never tasted as good - love the trumpet mushrooms and baba and carrots! Hamachi appetizer was very exciting also. Service is quick and super efficient, although sometimes a bit too efficient as the server seems to want to run away as quick as possible
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Herb & WoodPrice: Expensive• Californian• Little Italy
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4.6
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Beth
San Diego •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Bleu Boheme is one of the most consistently good restaurants in every category. It has stood the test of time and continues to be a favorite of ours for celebrations, holidays and social get togethers. Highly recommend!
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Bleu BohemePrice: Expensive• French• Kensington
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4.8
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Steve
San Diego •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
If you haven’t been to the Smoking Goat restaurant and you want some unbelievable French food and a great experience with service this is the spot. I’ve been there multiple times and truly can’t wait to go back. There’s nothing I have tried that I would not order again.
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The Smoking Goat RestaurantPrice: Moderate• French American• North Park
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4.8
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J EvanVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Great food, refined wine selection...what else does one need? Had a great time.
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Cellar HandPrice: Expensive• Farm-to-table• Hillcrest
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4.6

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31 restaurants available nearby

1. Animae

2. The Smoking Goat Restaurant

3. Bleu Boheme

4. Herb & Wood

5. Cellar Hand

6. Coasterra

7. Nobu San Diego

8. One Door North

9. Cloak + Petal

10. CUCINA urbana

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