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1. Cesarina
4.9
Exceptional(5448)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Ocean Beach
Booked 192 times today
Cesarina is a grandmother, a mother, a daughter—our personification of a nurturer who feeds and cares for her community. From meticulous attention to detail and fresh ingredients to the warm and inviting atmosphere, this restaurant is a celebration of the power of food and family.
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2. Coasterra
4.5
Awesome(7530)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Harbor Island
Booked 60 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.
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3. Juniper & Ivy
4.6
Exceptional(8000)
Price: Expensive
• Unspecified • Little Italy
Booked 58 times today
Juniper & Ivy is a go-to place for special occasions. With its unique, creative, and delicious menu, it's a perfect spot for birthdays, anniversaries, and any other celebrations. The reviews are glowing with praises for the outstanding service, wonderful ambiance, and unforgettable dining experience. One reviewer even mentioned a special menu for their anniversary and a champagne toast. With its top-notch service, locally sourced food, and award-winning wine list, Juniper & Ivy makes any celebration truly memorable.
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4. Herb & Wood
4.7
Exceptional(6427)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Little Italy
Booked 72 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.
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5. Tom Hams Lighthouse
4.6
Exceptional(6644)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Downtown
Booked 36 times today
Tom Ham’s Lighthouse was built in 1971 by a man who was not afraid to put his name on his product. Rooted in warm welcomes & excellent food, Tom Ham made his lifelong dream a reality. Tom Ham’s Lighthouse is the only restaurant in the US to have a USCG operated & maintained Lighthouse attached to it. You can locate us on any modern nautical map as Beacon #9. Featuring a 100% responsibly resourced seafood menu & award winning Sunday Champagne Brunch, we are a must when it comes to the San Diego food scene. The dining room, purposely shaped like the state of California, allows for groups as grand as 50 yet private enough for a couple’s night out. Holiday brunches have been long time family traditions for many San Diegans. Start your family’s tradition this next holiday. With the best views of the Downtown City Skyline, Coronado & San Diego Bay, Tom Ham's is & remains a San Diego tradition in dining excellence since 1971.
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6. Island Prime
4.6
Exceptional(8312)
Price: Moderate
• Steakhouse • Downtown
Booked 55 times today
Island Prime is a go-to spot for special occasions, as it provides a unique and exceptional dining experience. The stunning views of San Diego Bay and Coronado, along with its excellent food and service, make it an ideal place for birthday celebrations, anniversaries, and other special events. Many reviewers noted the exceptional attention to detail and the staff's superb customer service. Whether you're looking for a fine dining experience or an intimate setting to make a special day even more memorable, Island Prime is highly recommended.
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7. Barbusa
4.6
Exceptional(4278)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Little Italy
Booked 102 times today
Barbusa is a lively, modern Sicilian restaurant in Little Italy, San Diego. Known for its authentic Italian dishes, craft cocktails, and stone-fired pizza, it's a favorite for celebrating special occasions. Reviews highlight the 'authentic, delicious' food, 'fast service', and 'great atmosphere'. Whether it's for business, family, or a romantic evening, Barbusa delivers an 'exquisite dining experience' with 'outstanding service' and a 'fun atmosphere'.
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8. Dockside 1953
4.4
Awesome(594)
Price: Moderate
• Californian • Mission Beach
Booked 15 times today
Dockside 1953 is the perfect spot for special occasions. The spectacular waterfront setting and nautical-inspired design make it a standout location. Reviews rave about the excellent service, delicious food, and lovely ambiance. The restaurant's menu features a variety of fresh and locally sourced California fare, ensuring something for everyone. The outdoor patio with cozy fire pits and gorgeous marina views is ideal for intimate gatherings. Whether it's a birthday celebration or a romantic dinner, Dockside 1953 is sure to leave a memorable impression.
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9. Cloak + Petal
4.6
Exceptional(947)
Price: Expensive
• Sushi • Little Italy
Booked 31 times today
Cloak + Petal is a unique, intimate spot perfect for special occasions. With its Tokyo subway-inspired decor and an ambiance that's both hip and cozy, it's a place where you can enjoy authentic Japanese sushi, appetizers, small plates, and drinks. The rave reviews speak of the excellent food, great service, and lovely ambiance, making it a perfect spot for celebrations, date nights, and birthday parties.
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10. Solare Ristorante Lounge
4.7
Exceptional(2428)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Point Loma
Booked 17 times today
Family-owned and operated, Randy Smerik and his team are dedicated to providing an amazing dining experience for you. Our authentic Italian cuisine features a focus on fresh and locally sourced ingredients. including fresh pasta made each morning and organic produce, wild fish, and hormone free meat.
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  • Geoffrey
    Phoenix / Arizona •30 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    We were celebrating our wedding anniversary and the staff really did everything to make it a special occasion. Our waiter, Davor, was excellent, one of the best we’ve ever had. The food was definitely above average and beautifully presented. The location is hard to beat.
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    Tom Hams LighthousePrice: Expensive• Seafood• Downtown
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    4.6
  • Kathy
    Indiana •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Our server, Emerald, was amazing. She was knowledgable about the menu and gave us suggestions based on our diets. The food was fantastic, served quickly and seasoned to perfection. We enjoyed our visit and if we lived in San Diego we’d be here weekly!
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    CesarinaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Ocean Beach
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    4.9
  • Sandy
    Oxford/Oxfordshire •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Food and service were both exceptional. Highly recommended and worth five stars. Only issue was noise since we were seated outside (planes fly very close overhead). Also a bit chilly sitting next to the screen, which doesn’t go down all the way so cold air comes in underneath. Better to sit inside at the high tops if tables aren’t available.
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    Juniper & IvyPrice: Expensive• undefined• Little Italy
    •
    4.6
  • Stephanie
    San Diego •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Food and service was amazing as always! Chelsea was amazing at keeping us happy and making sure we were satisfied with the recent menu changes. Never had a meal I didn’t enjoy here.
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    CoasterraPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Harbor Island
    •
    4.5
  • Andy
    San Francisco Bay Area •7 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Wow this place was REALLY good. Highly recommend it. And one of the most knowledgeable waitresses I’ve ever had at a restaurant. Wish I could remember her name but she was fabulous.
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    Herb & WoodPrice: Expensive• Californian• Little Italy
    •
    4.7

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