Best Neighborhood Gem Restaurants in Linda Vista

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1. True Food Kitchen - San Diego FV

4.5

Awesome(1912)

Price: Moderate

• American • Mission Valley

Booked 24 times today

True Food Kitchen is a chef-driven restaurant and scratch bar that was founded by Dr. Andrew Weil, the pioneer of integrative medicine, to provide food that tastes great and is good for you. At our table, delicious dining and conscious nutrition go hand in hand, without sacrificing flavor, creativity or indulgence. Our expertly trained chefs craft flavor-forward dishes, handcrafted cocktails and freshly pressed refreshers so you can enjoy epic food experiences that aren’t just good for you, but good to you. Join us in san Diego for lunch, dinner, or weekend brunch. Located at San Diego's Fashion Valley, a Simon Mall. Entrance from Friars Road at Avenida De Las Tiendas, use surface lot near Bloomingdale's. New flavors, new combinations, new obsessions. Come see us for something completely new and delicious.

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2. NM Café at Neiman Marcus – San Diego

5.0

Exceptional(324)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Mission Valley

Booked 5 times today

NM Café in San Diego is a true neighborhood gem. It's a laid-back luxury spot known for its contemporary American cuisine and excellent service. As one reviewer said, 'Great neighborhood gem if you are shopping ay Fashion Valley.' Another review raved about the delicious food and complimentary items like the broth and strawberry butter. The atmosphere is described as quiet and inviting, making it a perfect place for a midday retreat. The consistent high ratings in ambiance, food, and service all contribute to its reputation as a neighborhood gem.

3. Books + Records

4.7

Exceptional(366)

Price: Expensive

• American • Banker's Hill

Booked 14 times today

Global inspired American cuisine, craft cocktails, and weekend brunch in an upbeat atmosphere, with live music.Chef Ryan Stickel is serving up San Diego's freshest food takes in an art deco meets mid-century mod warehouse space. With a tenured run on both Eater's Heat Map and list of San Diego's Hottest Cocktail Bars, the food and drinks are both guaranteed to delight your senses.

4. Herb & Wood

4.7

Exceptional(6428)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Little Italy

Booked 71 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. Mister A's

4.9

Exceptional(8621)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary French / American • Downtown

Booked 65 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)

6. Madison

4.5

Awesome(2997)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • University Heights

Booked 33 times today

With their stunning design, classic cocktails & highly acclaimed fare, Madison finds itself among San Diego's can't miss restaurants! Serving many of Michelin recognized Chef Mario Cassineri classic dishes, perfect for Date Night of celebrating with friends. ʜᴀᴘᴘʏ ʜᴏᴜʀ - ᴇᴠᴇʀʏᴅᴀʏ 4-6ᴘᴍᴛᴜᴇꜱᴅᴀʏ - ʟɪᴠᴇ ᴊᴀᴢᴢ 7-9ᴘᴍᴡᴇᴅɴᴇꜱᴅᴀʏ - ᴅɪɴɴᴇʀ ᴡɪᴛʜ ᴅᴏɢꜱᴛʜᴜʀꜱᴅᴀʏ - ᴅᴊ ꜱᴘɪɴɴɪɴɢ ᴏʟᴅ ꜱᴄʜᴏᴏʟ ᴠɪɴʏʟꜰʀɪᴅᴀʏ & ꜱᴀᴛᴜʀᴅᴀʏ ɴɪɢʜᴛ - ᴀʟᴡᴀʏꜱ ᴀ ᴘᴀʀᴛʏ ᴡᴇᴇᴋᴇɴᴅ ʙᴏᴏᴢʏ ʙʀᴜɴᴄʜ - ʟɪᴠᴇ ᴅᴊꜱꜱᴜɴᴅᴀʏ ɴɪɢʜᴛ - ʟᴀᴛɪɴ ᴊᴀᴢᴢ 6-8ᴘᴍ

7. Barbusa

4.6

Exceptional(4278)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Little Italy

Booked 91 times today

Barbusa Local Modern Sicilian Restaurant.Lively atmosphere with our craft cocktails, handmade pastas, freshest seafood, delicate pizza, and our famous Sicilian Ribeye.Pizza Served from our stone fired oven.Gluten free and Vegan Items AvailableWHILE WE VALUE THE TIME OF ALL OUR LOYAL GUEST AND SMILING FACES, WE KINDLY REQUEST YOU LIMIT THE TIME SPENT AT YOUR TABLE TO 1 HOUR AND 30 MIN DUE TO MANDATED REDUCTION IN CAPACITY. THANK YOU FOR YOUR UNDERSTANDING AND SUPPORT, WE COULDNT BE MORE THRILLED TO HAVE YOU DINE WITH US!

8. Cowboy Star

4.9

Exceptional(4724)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown

Booked 52 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.

9. The Red Door

4.8

Exceptional(2971)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Mission Hills

Booked 9 times today

The Red Door San Diego is committed to offering our guests sustainable and responsibly sourced farm-to-fork dishes. We proudly serve contemporary Italian and modern European cuisine with the freshest locally grown and handcrafted products available. We also feature delicious and unique ingredients from around the world. Chef/Owner Luciano Cibelli shops daily, personally selecting every item we serve. He bakes fresh breads, rolls, desserts and all of the pasta in house (including a special Gluten Free Bucatini) and he develops his menus in rhythm with the seasonal San Diego harvest. Enjoy nightly special offerings or a house favorite, Beef Wellington. Join us for the highly rated cuisine and return for the charming ambiance and excellent service behind the Red Door.

10. Island Prime

4.6

Exceptional(8312)

Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • Downtown

Booked 50 times today

Resting on stilts atop San Diego Bay, Island Prime overlooks the city skyline and Coronado.

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Paulinavip
Baja California •2 reviews
5.0
Dined today
We come very often as a family to eat and we love it ! Always delicious and good service.
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True Food Kitchen - San Diego FVPrice: Moderate• American• Mission Valley
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4.5
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Billvip
California Central Coast •12 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
A lovely lunch with my spouse, we enjoyed the beautiful new remodel and the food was delicious as always, love the consume, and popover! Our server, Eddie was great, friendly, and efficient. He was a delight to have as a reminder of the importance of courteous and thoughtful people working with the public.
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NM Café at Neiman Marcus – San DiegoPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Mission Valley
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Jamesvip
San Diego •9 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We love books n records. Sat right next to the musicians and the music was fabulous and NOT too loud. The people at the bar had that one person whose voice is like daggers in your ears. lol. Literally nobody’s fault he cracked me up. The food is great and unusual and always sometime different there. The burger and Mac n cheese. Please KEEP them in the menu. Omg wow! Delish. The service is always top notch and not over the top. Like you have space. The decor is great and the wood really helps with acoustics.
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Books + RecordsPrice: Expensive• American• Banker's Hill
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4.7
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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
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4.7
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John
San Diego •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Mr. A's treats you like you are the only one they are there to serve. Food and drink are exceptional, not to mention the sunset view and continuous airshow. Excellent for a special occasion. Israel our server is tops.
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Mister A'sPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary French / American• Downtown
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4.9

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107 restaurants available nearby

1. True Food Kitchen - San Diego FV

2. NM Café at Neiman Marcus – San Diego

3. Books + Records

4. Herb & Wood

5. Mister A's

6. Madison

7. Barbusa

8. Cowboy Star

9. The Red Door

10. Island Prime

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