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Javier's - La Jolla
Price: Moderate•Mexican•4.6(3,572)La Jolla - 2
Cesarina
Price: Moderate•Italian•4.9(5,572)Ocean Beach - 3
Steak 48 - Del Mar
Price: Very Expensive•Steakhouse•4.9(1,577)Del Mar - 4
LEILA
Price: Expensive•Middle Eastern•4.7(651)North Park - 5
The Henry - Coronado
Price: Moderate•American•4.8(2,518)Coronado
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STK- San Diego
Price: Expensive•Steakhouse•4.4(3,361)Downtown - 2
The Marine Room
Price: Very Expensive•Seafood•4.6(8,257)La Jolla - 3
insideOUT
Price: Expensive•Californian•4.8(2,369)Hillcrest - 4
Mister A's
Price: Very Expensive•Contemporary French / American•4.9(8,716)Downtown - 5
Animae
Price: Very Expensive•Contemporary Asian•4.7(3,271)Downtown
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Herb & Wood
Price: Expensive•Californian•4.6(6,504)Little Italy - 2
Coasterra
Price: Moderate•Mexican•4.6(7,619)Harbor Island - 3
CUCINA urbana
Price: Moderate•Italian•4.8(7,121)Banker's Hill - 4
Catania
Price: Expensive•Italian•4.8(2,084)La Jolla - 5
Nolita Hall
Price: Expensive•Contemporary Italian•4.4(782)Little Italy
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- TTracyVIPSan Diego •9 reviews5.0Dined 2 days agoThis place is really cool all around. The decor is really creative and engaging. The staff were on top of our orders, refills, and water throughout the night. The plantain app and XXX roll were standouts for us. We were concerned about the noise level based on other reviews we read. While the music could be a tad quieter, it honestly wasn’t an issue having a conversation. And our table was the one directly in front of the DJ booth. All four of us would recommend this place for a fun, unique night out and will be back again ourselves.More infoTakoPrice: Expensive• Sushi• Old Town•4.2
- TToniVIPSan Diego •6 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoAs always, El Sueno did not disappoint. The service was excellent, the food fantastic, and the atmosphere lively. It was our daughter's 21st birthday and they brought to our table a delicious dessert with a cone of sparklers on it. Very festive. I recommend El Sueno for a night out, a family celebration, or drinks, as they make a delicious spicy margarita.More infoEl SueñoPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Old Town•4.2
- NNicholasHawaii •1 review5.0Dined on Jan 7, 2025Our server Maile was absolutely phenomenal. Will definitely be back!!More infoTrattoria Don PietroPrice: Moderate• Italian• Old Town•4.5
- JJessieChicago / Illinois •11 reviews5.0Dined on Jan 5, 2025Probably the best taco I’ve ever had. Our server was knowledgeable and passionate. They accommodated us moving up our reservation. The drinks were amazing and I still dream about the carne asada taco. 11/10 would go back in a heartbeat.More infoTahona BarPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Old Town•4.5
- JJoashLondon •1 review5.0Dined on Oct 12, 2024great food, very friendly staff, nice environment, all in all just really good and highly recommended.More infoPizza Bella Italian BistroPrice: Moderate• Italian• Old Town•4.5
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Twenty-five historical sites, hundreds of specialty stores and 12 art galleries make Old Town a great place to live or visit. The area originally settled by Kumeyaay Native Americans and immigrants from Mexico also has several innovative restaurants. Many guests enjoy burritos, enchiladas and tacos prepared with the area's freshest produce while listening to roving Mariachi bands. Other restaurants pay tribute to San Diego's location on the Pacific Ocean to serve great seafood, including fish tacos, sushi and lobster. Most restaurants feature outstanding outdoor seating, making them a great place to watch people in this area, especially during Old Town's popular Old Town Art Festival, Cinco de Mayo and Fiesta Navidad.
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The best reviewed restaurant in Old Town San Diego is Pizza Bella Italian Bistro
The best vegan restaurants in Old Town San Diego are Miguel's Cocina - Old Town, El Agave and Baci Restaurant - San Diego
The best vegetarian restaurants in Old Town San Diego are Tahona Bar, Baci Restaurant - San Diego and Miguel's Cocina - Old Town
The restaurants with the best service in Old Town San Diego are Pizza Bella Italian Bistro, Baci Restaurant - San Diego and Cosmopolitan Restaurant
The restaurants with the best ambiance in Old Town San Diego are Pizza Bella Italian Bistro, Cosmopolitan Restaurant and Baci Restaurant - San Diego
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