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1. Waterbar San Diego
4.4
Awesome(399)
Price: Moderate
• American • Pacific Beach
Booked 23 times today
Located alongside the vibrant ocean-front boardwalk in Pacific Beach, Waterbar offers only the best in tantalizing menus, innovative libations, panoramic views, and lively entertainment. Our “social seafood” menu is inspired by East coast, West coast and Baja cuisines, and transforms the freshest flavors through our chef’s unique renditions of coastal classics. Flavor-forward craft cocktails, local micro-brews, national brand favorites, and a diverse wine list are offered across comfortable bar seating, community-table dining, and intimate ocean-side tables. Waterbar’s thriving, energetic environment captures the passion of San Diego’s iconic coastline for an unforgettably satisfying experience.
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2. Duke's La Jolla
4.5
Awesome(6675)
Price: Moderate
• Hawaii Regional Cuisine • La Jolla
Booked 123 times today
We are open for indoor and outdoor dining, takeout, and delivery! Visit dukeslajolla.com to view our menus or place an online takeout order.You don’t need to cross the Pacific to get a taste of Hawaii. Duke’s La Jolla is San Diego’s island-inspired home, honoring the Ambassador of Aloha, Duke Kahanamoku, with coastal cuisine of Hawaii, craft cocktails and a genuine spirit of aloha. It’s the same authentic hospitality and panoramic ocean view that you’ll find at all of the California and Hawaii Duke’s restaurants, paying tribute to the Duke and welcoming you to celebrate life like the legend himself.
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3. Wilma's Carousel Bar
4.7
Exceptional(106)
Price: Expensive
• Cocktail Bar • Little Italy
Booked 29 times today
As one of only two carousel bars in the United States, Wilma’s Carousel Bar offers a truly unique experience.We invite you to immerse yourself in this nostalgic retreat with Executive Corporate Chef Brian Redzikowski’s French-Creole inspired dishes and Beverage Director Eric Johnson’s a selection of cocktails including both innovative spins on traditional favorites and imaginative new concoctions.
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4. Callie Restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(369)
Price: Very Expensive
• Mediterranean • Downtown
Booked 95 times today
Callie represents Chef Travis Swikard's debut solo project after spending a decade working alongside the esteemed Chef Daniel Boulud in New York City. The restaurant’s name, "Callie," comes from the Greek word "kallos," meaning "the most beautiful," and embodies its blend of Mediterranean cuisine with local ingredients and terroir, from sea to land from San Diego, Swikard's hometown. In 2022, Callie was acclaimed as one of America's top new restaurants by Esquire and Robb Report, and received both a Bib Gourmand and a Plate from the Michelin Guide. Callie is a dedicated supporter of Feeding San Diego, having contributed over 1 million meals to those in need in San Diego since its launch. Swikard is set to open his second restaurant in La Jolla in 2025.
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5. Craft Bar Kamon
4.9
Exceptional(209)
Price: Expensive
• Japanese • Downtown
Booked 23 times today
"Taisho Roman craft cocktail bar in the heart of East Village San Diego that reflects the period in Japan when traditionalism and modernism first converged. We are committed to offer the unique and best craft cocktails! **To make a reservation for a party of 6 or more, please contact us through email at info@barkamon.com Please refrain from booking multiple tables as we most likely won't be able to accommodate to seat together.**Please be aware that table or bar seating selection is just a request and it is not a confirmation. We will try our best to accommodate but due to limited seating availability, you may be seated to a different section from what you have requested at the reservation.
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6. Fifth and Rose at Pendry San Diego
4.3
Awesome(40)
Price: Moderate
• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Downtown
Booked 6 times today
A sophisticated watering hole with elevated bare fare. The Pendry San Diego hotel bar, Fifth & Rose, is a classic cocktail bar in an elegant, chic, and comfortable room. A classic setting for a fitting drink, it is a place to engage in conversation, enjoy bar fare, and linger over the perfect cocktail. Rich stone stands out amidst a black and white palette with crimson details, while candles and fresh roses accent tables. Fifth & Rose is inspired by a host’s living room: comfortable, always welcoming, a place you never want to leave.
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7. Botanica
4.6
Exceptional(51)
Price: Moderate
• Cocktail Bar • North Park
Booked 8 times today
Botanica is a craft cocktail bar offering an exquisite selection of unique cocktails inspired by classic paintings. Our sexy and inviting space is perfect for enjoying artfully crafted drinks paired with delectable small bites. Step into our lounge and experience a fusion of artistic elegance and sophisticated flavors.
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8. Brigantine at Portside Pier
4.7
Exceptional(4350)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Downtown
Booked 91 times today
The Brigantine is more than just home to some of San Diego’s finest seafood. It’s a place where locals and visitors alike come to share a lively atmosphere and authentic sense of community. The Morton family opened the first Brigantine on Shelter Island in 1969, with a vision that embraced the beach town lifestyle, a dedication to flavorful food, and a passion for friendly service. Today, we’re known far and wide for our San Diego-style surf and turf. From our award-winning fish tacos and freshly shucked oysters, to classic filet mignon or our perpetually best-selling marinated grilled swordfish. Always prepared to exceed expectations, and served with a smile. You can stop in at any neighborhood Brigantine and get a taste of the local flavor, from regionally inspired specials, to custom cocktails and home town craft beers. At the Brigantine we make first timers feel like regulars, and consider regulars part of the family. So come by often, and share our taste for life.
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9. Madison
4.5
Awesome(3096)
Price: Expensive
• Mediterranean • University Heights
Booked 77 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
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10. Coco Maya
4.5
Awesome(394)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Little Italy
Booked 11 times today
Nestled in the heart of Little Italy and overlooking the Piazza della Famiglia, Coco Maya offers a contemporary twist on classic American dishes. Our diverse menu ranges from light coastal cuisine to robust, flavorful proteins cooked in a traditional Spanish-style coal-fired Josper oven. Additionally, we pay homage to our neighborhood's roots with several Italian-inspired entrees, featuring unique takes on flatbreads and pastas. As part of the Grind & Prosper Hospitality Group, Coco Maya is an evolution of our original concept, Miss B’s Coconut Club in Mission Beach. Since our inception, we've continued to explore new flavors and culinary techniques while broadening our scope and enriching our cocktail program. Coco Maya boasts a diverse mezcal and tequila selection, alongside the delicious tropical and rum-based cocktails that have become synonymous with Miss B’s.Open daily for brunch and dinner, with a weekday Happy Hour from 2-5 pm.

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  • Brisa
    San Diego •2 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Absolutely loved the energy and warmth of the restaurant! The dinner was outstanding. Extremely flavorful and creative, my only suggestion to make the dining experience top tier would be stronger dessert options. The servers were extremely helpful in making quality decisions, very attentive. Upon entering the restaurant would love a little more energy from hosts but doesn’t take away from the incredible atmosphere. Can’t wait to go back! Thing I found my new favorite restaurant.
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    Callie RestaurantPrice: Very Expensive• Mediterranean• Downtown
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    4.8
  • Stephanie
    San Diego •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Food, drink, ambience, and our server Patrick, we're all excellent! Patrick recommended a Japanese plum whiskey and it was incredibly smooth and flavorful. Well definitely be back!
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    Craft Bar KamonPrice: Expensive• Japanese• Downtown
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    4.9
  • JenVIP
    Seattle / Eastern Washington •39 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Excellent service and the views were fantastic. Lots of menu options.
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    Duke's La JollaPrice: Moderate• Hawaii Regional Cuisine• La Jolla
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    4.5
  • OlesyaVIP
    San Francisco Bay Area •5 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    The bar has a picturesque design, satisfactory food offerings and wide variety of drinks. Though with intention to have girls outing we had to relocate our night to the nearby restaurant due to noise level. There were absolutely impossible to talk to person seating next to me, not to mention person within one bar chair or across the table. In order to conserve the voice and enjoy chatting with my friends, we left the bar. Staff was very friendly disregard out decision, checked us out momentarily
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    Wilma's Carousel BarPrice: Expensive• Cocktail Bar• Little Italy
    •
    4.7
  • ErinnVIP
    Cincinnati / Dayton •15 reviews
    4.0
    Dined on Feb 16, 2025
    Good food, excellent sushi and server was attentive. Very loud.
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    Waterbar San DiegoPrice: Moderate• American• Pacific Beach
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    4.4

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