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Javier's - La Jolla
Price: Moderate•Mexican•4.6(3,753)La Jolla - 2
Duke's La Jolla
Price: Moderate•Hawaii Regional Cuisine•4.5(6,757)La Jolla - 3
Cesarina
Price: Moderate•Italian•4.8(5,842)Ocean Beach - 4
Steak 48 - Del Mar
Price: Very Expensive•Steakhouse•4.9(1,851)Del Mar - 5
Brigantine at Portside Pier
Price: Expensive•Seafood•4.7(4,450)Downtown
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LEILA
Price: Expensive•Middle Eastern•4.8(1,032)North Park - 2
STK- San Diego
Price: Expensive•Steakhouse•4.3(3,466)Downtown - 3
Juniper & Ivy
Price: Expensive•Unspecified•4.7(8,212)Little Italy - 4
Cocina 35 Coronado
Price: Expensive•Mexican•4.5(244)Coronado - 5
insideOUT
Price: Expensive•Californian•4.8(2,545)Hillcrest
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Addison by William Bradley
Price: Very Expensive•Californian•4.8(1,878)Del Mar - 2
Madison
Price: Expensive•Mediterranean•4.5(3,122)University Heights - 3
Nolita Hall
Price: Expensive•Contemporary Italian•4.4(826)Little Italy - 4
CUCINA urbana
Price: Moderate•Italian•4.7(7,168)Banker's Hill - 5
Tom Hams Lighthouse
Price: Expensive•Seafood•4.6(6,752)Downtown
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NM Café at Neiman Marcus – San Diego
Price: Expensive•Contemporary American•5(342)THE NM CAFE located in Neiman Marcus SAN DIEGO has been recently remodeled and is now open 7 days a week, 11 am- 4pm.
Laid-back luxe. Experience delightful dishes in a casual, contemporary atmosphere at THE NM CAFE® SAN DIEGO. Muted lighting and understated, modern decor create the perfect environment for a midday retreat. Whether dining with a group or simply ordering upscale take-out, expect delectable food and exceptional service that is synonymous with Neiman Marcus.
Let THE NM CAFE® host your next Baby or Bridal Shower. We pride ourselves on creating the perfect menu and ambience for your event in our chic and inviting atmosphere. Pamper the glowing bride- or mother-to-be in your life with the shower of her dreams or a lavish luncheon.LIPS - San Diego
Price: Expensive•American•4.9(134)Lips has been San Diego's ULTIMATE in Drag Dining for 25 years! Dinner, Drinks & fabulous Drag Shows, as well as Brunch on Saturdays & Sundays. Enjoy a great meal & cocktails served up by over-the-top Drag Queens.
DIFFERENT SHOWS WEDNESDAY THRU SUNDAY. Wed: Bithcy Bingo; Thur: Dining with the Divas; Fri: Glitz & Glam Dinner; Sat: 2 Dragalicious Brunches & 2 Glitz & Glam Dinners; Sun: 2 Gospel Brunches & Sunday Nite Showstoppers. ***Prices- Wed/Thur/Sun Dinner: $35.95(shoe & 3-course dinner, drinks additional); Sat/Sun Brunch: $42.95(Show, meal & bottomless Mimosas/Champagne/Bloody Mary; Fri/Sat Nite: $49.95(show & 3-course dinner,drinks additional)
All shows subject to 7.75%sales tax & 20% suggested gratuity; $12 celebration package for Birthdays/Bachelorette/Anniversary/Promotion/Graduation. 16+ to enter; 21+ to Drink. GOVERNMENT ID REQUIRED-ALL IDS CHECKED AT THE DOOR
Bouquet Restaurant + Bar at Ponte Vineyard Inn
Price: Expensive•Contemporary American•4.6(555)Enjoy fresh, locally-sourced cuisine fine wines and refreshing cocktails at Bouquet Restaurant, located at our luxurious AAA Four-Diamond Inn. Dine out on the terrace surrounded by manicured Italian gardens with stunning views of the vineyard and our 1-acre pond.
Enjoy live music during brunch Saturdays and Sundays from 12pm-3pm!Parma Cucina Italiana
Price: Moderate•Italian•4.8(123)Known for the Best Lasagna in San Diego, Parma Cucina Italiana is a charming and cozy family run Italian restaurant in the heart of Historic Hillcrest.
Our traditional Italian cuisine is inspired by generations of home cooking, fresh ingredients, and simple presentations. Our specialties originate from Northern Italy. The must try lasagna is decadent layers of Bolognese and béchamel sauce. Or try our tortellini with cream and prosciutto, or our pappardelle pasta tossed with slow braised short rib and porcini mushrooms.
We have an extensive wine collection with wines from the best regions of Italy. And an Italian meal wouldn’t be complete without our homemade desserts. We suggest tiramisu and profiteroles alla nutella.
Vinarius
Price: Moderate•Italian•4.9(426)Vinarius is an Italian Restaurant & Wine Bar in Little Italy San Diego. We offer an extensive wine list with wines coming from different regions of the world; the best meat and cheese board with Italian cured meats and different cheeses to pair with our wines. Our chef Alex makes homemade pasta enriched with our homemade sauces, entrees, pizza, different appetizers to choose from, and desserts that pair well with our port wines and after-dinner drinks. You definitely have to try our daily specials!
Our cozy full bar is also the perfect place to enjoy your drink and food while watching some sports!Jeune et Jolie
Price: Very Expensive•Contemporary French•4.9(4,238)A culinary experience celebrating the moment, Jeune et Jolie reimagines French cuisine through the vibrant lens of our Southern California landscape with a 4-course menu offered at $120 per guest.
For those looking for a more casual evening, we feature "Le Menu du Bar”, an à la carte offering available for walk-in guests at our bar and lounge.
Youngblood
Price: Very Expensive•Speakeasy•4.8(1,134)Our team has been busy crafting an exciting new beverage experience, and we can’t wait to share it with you! Starting February 12th, reservations will feature the all-new Youngblood experience: an elevated three-course beverage tasting, with a few delightful surprises, priced at $85 plus tax and gratuity. We’re thrilled to unveil what we’ve been working on!
Come find us.LEILA
Price: Expensive•Middle Eastern•4.8(1,032)A tribute to the Middle East by CH Projects.
Reservations recommended , walk-ins welcome at the bar.
Leila welcomes you.
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Tapas & Beers
Price: Moderate•French•4.9(528)Located in Downtown San Diego's historic Spreckels building, Tapas & Beers is a French and Spanish Restaurant.
We offer a large selection of Tapas plates to share between friends & family
but also normal size dishes if you don't want to share !
Our beers on tap selection highlights breweries from San Diego County and our wine selection from all around the world will make any wine lover happy too !
Everything you will eat at Tapas & Beers will be made from scratch to order with fresh and mostly organic ingredients !
Discover why our place isso highly rated !
Cheers!OB Surf Lodge
Price: Moderate•American•4.8(11)OB Surf Lodge celebrates the vibrant spirit of 1960s SoCal surf culture, paying tribute to the iconic roots of Ocean Beach and the surf lifestyle that defined the area. Our coastal-inspired brunch, served with breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean, offers a fresh and exciting experience for every guest. We take pride in preparing our menu from scratch daily and cooking everything to order.
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- IIrmaVIPSan Diego •7 reviews5.0Dined 1 day agoThe food and drinks were delicious Thank you for the experienceMore infoJavier's - La JollaPrice: Moderate• Mexican• La Jolla•4.6
- SShellaSan Diego •2 reviews5.0Dined 2 days agoEveryone did a great service and courteous. Thank you so much.More infoBenihana - San Diego, CAPrice: Moderate• Japanese• Mission Valley•3.7
- MMonicaVIPLas Vegas •1 review5.0Dined 2 days agoWalking into the Madison was awesome, you are coming into the dining room, yet you are still in an outdoor ambiance, I loved the openness and airflow. The service was great, loved the live music, the appetizers were delicious and dinner was good.More infoMadisonPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• University Heights•4.5
- MmichelleVIPSan Francisco Bay Area •6 reviews5.0Dined 6 days agoAlways well crafted food and drinks with very pleasant service and i can’t wait to come back!More infoBoujieManaPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• Serra Mesa•4.8
- KkelseySan Diego •6 reviews5.0Dined 7 days agoGreat experience! Food and drinks were really good and came out quick. Service was great too!More infoGreat Maple San DiegoPrice: Moderate• American• Hillcrest•4.8
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