Best Restaurants for Local Ingredients in North Park

14 restaurants available nearby

1. Cellar Hand

4.6

Exceptional(117)

Price: Expensive

• Farm-to-table • Hillcrest

Booked 22 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!

2. Callie Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(266)

Price: Very Expensive

• Mediterranean • Downtown

Booked 95 times today

Callie represents Chef Travis Swikard's debut solo project after spending a decade working alongside the esteemed Chef Daniel Boulud in New York City. The restaurant’s name, "Callie," comes from the Greek word "kallos," meaning "the most beautiful," and embodies its blend of Mediterranean cuisine with local ingredients and terroir, from sea to land from San Diego, Swikard's hometown. In 2022, Callie was acclaimed as one of America's top new restaurants by Esquire and Robb Report, and received both a Bib Gourmand and a Plate from the Michelin Guide. Callie is a dedicated supporter of Feeding San Diego, having contributed over 1 million meals to those in need in San Diego since its launch. Swikard is set to open his second restaurant in La Jolla in 2025.

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3. Et Voilà! French Bistro - San Diego

4.9

Exceptional(2560)

Price: Moderate

• French • North Park

Booked 30 times today

Et Voilà! is a vibrant neighborhood bistro, located along the North Park corridor. Et Voilà! French Bistro showcases Chef Vincent Viale’s talents, mixing French classics with a modern accent. Find local and seasonal products building upon French recipes from various regions, such as Steak Frites, Coquilles St. Jacques, and soufflés. Explore the diverse regions of France through a curated wine list, and taste a variety of distinct local ingredients with our crafted cocktails. Et Voila! French Bistro is the destination for those looking for a vibrant dining experience, or even for those looking for a simple glass of wine and informal bite at the bar. No reservations accepted for happy hour Please be on time to your reservation. Note that your allocated time slot starts at the time of your reservation and NOT when your party is complete. (1.30 hours for 2, 1.45pm for 3/4 people) We likely will not be able to extend your time if you are running late . Thank you for

4. ARLO San Diego

4.2

Awesome(775)

Price: Moderate

• American • Mission Valley

Booked 17 times today

ARLO is an award-winning restaurant known for its scratch-made dishes, crafted from fresh local ingredients. Serving breakfast, weekend DJ brunch, and dinner, ARLO offers a fun and quirky environment. Highlights include a sweeping outdoor patio, swaying palm trees, and a giant outdoor fireplace. The experience is rounded out by an inventive cocktail program, an extensive wine list, and local craft beers on tap. Recently, ARLO won Best Hotel Restaurant and Best Restaurant for Big Groups in the San Diego Magazine Best of 2024 awards. Free parking is available.

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5. CUCINA CAPRESE PIZZERIA & TRATTORIA

4.6

Exceptional(115)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Old Town

Booked 1 time today

From My Heart and Soul to Your Table...Chef Gigi Monaco, Born in Capri, Italy where his passion for cooking took root starting from Mamma Rosa & Papa Giovanni… Gigi was trained in Culinary School in Capri, Italy and has over 30 years experience—Let Gigi take you to his home with the finest Italian meal you have ever had!Cucina Caprese is a restaurant that uses traditional Italian culinary techniques including il Forno a Legna –old style wood-fired oven– cooking. We use seasonal, local and organic ingredients as well as meats, cheeses and extra virgin olive oil(EVOO) imported from Italy.Our dough is prepared the authentic way of old Napoli–made only with special ‘OO Flour’, yeast, and water (no sugar oil, or vinegar). Our pizza is then prepared the traditional Neapolitan way, il Forno a Legna, in a wood-fired pizza oven on the side made to order!

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6. Isola Little Italy

4.7

Exceptional(759)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Little Italy

Booked 5 times today

My Nonna's name was Isola, a wonderful cook who gave me a passion for food and fresh, simple ingredients.I have vivid memories of my grandmother turning plain bread into amazing desserts, simple apples into incredible fritters sprinkled with a little sugar and honey, and even treating my sunburns with olive oil. Thirty years later, I still savor every meal and moment.Isola is proud to serve the finest local ingredients, dalla vite, from the vine. I hope you enjoy every bite, plucked from my family tree for your table. Buon appetito!

7. ALBACA

3.6

Very Good(106)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Coronado

Enjoy the California sunshine while eating dishes created with local ingredients at ALBACA, Coronado Island Marriott Resort & Spa's signature restaurant. Gather with family and friends with a cocktail and fresh cuisine by the pool or around a fire pit.

8. Above Ash

3.3

Good(154)

Price: Moderate

• Global, International • Little Italy

Booked 1 time today

Race You to the Rooftop! Above Ash Social is an intimate, welcoming rooftop bar on the 16th floor and rooftop of Carte Hotel. With glorious sunset views of San Diego cityscapes, relax near one of our fire pits and enjoy local focused beverages of every kind, from beer and wine to craft cocktails.Sign off a great day with a hand-crafted cocktail and delectable shared bites. Offering daily Happy Hour from 4pm to 6pm with discounted drinks and shareables. Age Policy: Above Ash welcomes guests 21+ only after 10pm. All ages are welcome at our lobby restaurant, Watercolors, located on the first floor.

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9. Theresa's Italian Steakhouse

4.1

Excellent(98)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Mission Valley

Booked 3 times today

Enjoy authentic Italian Steakhouse cuisine right in the heart of Mission Valley in central San Diego. Theresa’s Italian Steakhouse combines a dynamic atmosphere with traditional dishes. From housemade pasta dishes to prime cut steaks and fresh seafood, you will fall in love with our chef’s recipes, transporting you back to Italy. Take pleasure in every dish with perfectly paired selections from a carefully assembled wine collection.We believe in supporting local farmers and suppliers that produce fresh, sustainable and traceable ingredients. By working together, we can help protect the environment and ensure all animals are treated humanely through modern farming practices. We hope you'll enjoy these local ingredients and have an outstanding dining experience with us.

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10. Rustic Root - Gaslamp

new

4.5

Awesome(1330)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown

Coming soon to OpenTable! Please visit our website - www.rusticrootsd.com - for more information.Rustic Root showcases our take on New American Comfort food with a California twist. Classic dishes are rooted in tradition, including regional dishes from around the country. All reimagined with fresh and local ingredients and our Chef’s modern flair. Our Signature drink menus offer our take on timeless classic cocktails as well as Rustic Root originals using creative spirits and the freshest ingredients. Join us in our street-level dining room for dinner nightly or our award-winning weekend brunch. Our rooftop lounge is an excellent place to grab drinks & a bite with friends, enjoying the San Diego weather and our unique location in the heart of the Gaslamp Quarter. Close to the San Diego Convention Center, we're a favorite for locals and out of town tourists alike.

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Karen
San Diego •21 reviews
5.0
Dined today
We started our meal with the Moule au homard (mussels in a lobster bisque). The tarragon and cognac really enhanced the dish. Since black truffles are in season they were offered in their specials menu. We ordered the linguine with truffles. It also had chanterelles and was fantastic. I believe it’s the best “mushroom” linguine I have ever ordered. The house salad was the perfect compliment. Our server was extremely knowledgeable and very helpful in our food and wine decisions. If we lived closer, I’d probably become a regular. Bien joue.
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Et Voilà! French Bistro - San DiegoPrice: Moderate• French• North Park
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4.9
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OpenTable Diner
Las Vegas •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
One of the best restaurants I’ve been to. We got to meet the chef, super nice guy. The details of the building were beautifully done. I can’t wait to go back and revisit the dishes, ambiance and espresso martini.
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Callie RestaurantPrice: Very Expensive• Mediterranean• Downtown
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4.8
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HaileyVIP
New York City •19 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Booked the Arlo based on Open Table reviews while visiting San Diego for a conference. We had a group of 5 served by the amazing, Anthony! I mention him because his service truly made our experience more enjoyable and having exemplary service that stands out is truly such a joy! Food was great, cocktails were even better. Would return for another meal without hesitation!
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ARLO San DiegoPrice: Moderate• American• Mission Valley
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4.2
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J EvanVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 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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Leo
Chicago / Illinois •1 review
5.0
Dined on Dec 22, 2024
It was an amazing experience I recommend it very much. The worker are actually Italian and know what they are doing, and the food is incredibly good, highly recommend.
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CUCINA CAPRESE PIZZERIA & TRATTORIAPrice: Moderate• Italian• Old Town
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4.6

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14 restaurants available nearby

1. Cellar Hand

2. Callie Restaurant

3. Et Voilà! French Bistro - San Diego

4. ARLO San Diego

5. CUCINA CAPRESE PIZZERIA & TRATTORIA

6. Isola Little Italy

7. ALBACA

8. Above Ash

9. Theresa's Italian Steakhouse

10. Rustic Root - Gaslamp

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