Restaurants near Cabrillo National Monument

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1. Cesarina

4.8

Exceptional(5751)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Ocean Beach

Booked 157 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.

2. Seneca

4.7

Exceptional(4426)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Downtown

Booked 132 times today

Roman trattorias are a timeless expression of simplicity. Immune to the lure of gastronomic experimentation and ego. In Rome, no chef can cook better than the mothers and grandmothers before them. Our goal is to merge the dogmatic approach of Roman cooking with the amazing abundance of ingredients available to us in San Diego. A True Roman Holiday In SD. A 4% surcharge is added to all guest checks.

3. Coasterra

4.7

Exceptional(7725)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Harbor Island

Booked 111 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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4. Bali Hai Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(6069)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Polynesian • Shelter Island / San Diego Bay

Booked 54 times today

Exotic Pacific dining on an enchanted tiki island.The Bali Hai Restaurant has been a favorite in San Diego for over fifty years. Our spectacular views of the San Diego bay and the downtown skyline make us the perfect location for any special event. Along with our dining room upstairs, our premise possesses three different and versatile private rooms. The flexibility of multiple private facilities allows us to accommodate any type of party. We host weddings, class reunions, birthdays, anniversaries, concerts, memorials, festivals, fundraisers, business meetings, seminars, and corporate events.

5. C-Level

4.7

Exceptional(5125)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Cocktail Bar • Downtown

Booked 97 times today

Resting on stilts atop San Diego By C Level Lounge, is an upscale-casual lounge on the waterfront overlooking the city skyline and Coronado.

6. Juniper & Ivy

4.6

Exceptional(8175)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Unspecified • Little Italy

Booked 64 times today

Nationally-acclaimed Juniper and Ivy-consistently ranked "Best of the Best" by San Diego Magazine, and recognized as a Michelin Guide Bib Gourmand establishment-is a foodie paradise on the edge of San Diego's Little Italy. The kitchen delivers a constantly rotating, chef-driven menu that uses hand-selected, seasonal ingredients crafted with precision, passion, and creativity. Founded by Owner Michael Rosen, Juniper's kitchen is backed by a supergroup of culinary minds that produce one of the most refined yet imaginative menus in town, paired with an award-winning wine list from the city's top sommeliers.

7. Animae

4.7

Exceptional(3381)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary Asian • Downtown

Booked 75 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.

8. Herb & Wood

4.7

Exceptional(6616)

$$$$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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9. The Henry - Coronado

4.8

Exceptional(2637)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Coronado

Booked 121 times today

Welcome to the greatest neighborhood restaurant, a place where you can always count on a warm welcome from baristas, servers and bartenders who know your order by heart. A fusion of industrial and classical influences, our open dining spaces are bursting with charm and energy. Come and go with ease for your morning coffee, enjoy lunch with a colleague, gather the family together for dinner, or treat yourself to a post-work drink at the bar. For craveable eats and downright delicious cocktails, look no further than a place where you'll always be among friends, a place that feels like home: The Henry.

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10. Brigantine Point Loma

4.7

Exceptional(1986)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Point Loma

Booked 10 times today

A San Diego tradition since 1969, the Brigantine has received many accolades in our 40+ year history: "BEST SEAFOOD", "BEST CASUAL SEAFOOD", "BEST HAPPY HOUR", and even "BEST SWORDFISH IN THE WORLD", according to USA Today - just to name a few. Beautifully remodeled in early 2009, the Brigantine is well-known for the signature Clam Chowder, Grilled Swordfish, and Fish Tacos. The Brigantine is a favorite among locals for consistently fresh seafood, succulent steaks and grilled meats. Home to the America's Cup until 1995, Shelter Island is still the yachting center of San Diego. The Brigantine offers glimpses of this busy marina from the outdoor patio and semi-private banquet areas. The Point Loma Brigantine serves dinner 7 nights a week, and lunch Saturday & Sunday. Join us for our signature $5 Happy Hour from 3-6pm.

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Updated on 3/24/2025

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Salma
Baja California •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Great food, excellent service and beautiful view!
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SenecaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Downtown
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4.7
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JoAnnP
New York City •29 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Beautiful place, great food and wonderful service - what more can you ask for?
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CoasterraPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Harbor Island
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4.7
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Louise
Worcestershire •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
They were super helpful offering gluten free choices, and helped us celebrate a birthday. Food and service were excellent
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The Henry - CoronadoPrice: Moderate• American• Coronado
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4.8
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MarikaVIP
San Diego •28 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Loved loved love Eduardo was super fun and a happy waiter can’t wait to go back again
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C-LevelPrice: Expensive• Cocktail Bar• Downtown
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4.7
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Colby
San Diego •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Absolutely outstanding house made pasta with wonderful service and wine selection.
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CesarinaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Ocean Beach
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4.8

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