Best Date Night Restaurants in Bay Park

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AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodFrenchMexican

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East CountyNorth San DiegoSan Diego

Neighborhoods

Banker's HillBarrio LoganBay ParkCarmel ValleyCoronadoDel Mar

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CharmingDog-friendlyFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasions

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All dining options

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Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

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1. La Pastaia

4.3

Awesome(338)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Bay Park

Booked 7 times today

Upon stepping into La Pastaia, you’ll be greeted by an inviting ambiance that seamlessly combines modern elegance with rustic charm. The cozy and friendly environment creates an ideal setting for an enchanting culinary experience. From homemade pasta tossed in flavorful sauces to mouthwatering wood-fired pizzas topped with the freshest ingredients, our menu offers a wide range of classic Italian dishes prepared with a contemporary flair. La Pastaia is the brainchild of a dynamic duo whose expertise and love for the culinary

2. Herb & Wood

4.7

Exceptional(6594)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Californian • Little Italy

Booked 120 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.

3. Madison

4.5

Awesome(3097)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • University Heights

Booked 65 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

4. Cesarina

4.9

Exceptional(5720)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Ocean Beach

Booked 194 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.

5. Mister A's

4.8

Exceptional(8813)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary French / American • Downtown

Booked 57 times today

Mister A's is an ideal spot for date night, known for its modern American cuisine and extensive wine list. With its top-notch service and stunning views, it provides an enchanting ambiance perfect for a romantic evening. Reviews highlight it as a great choice for special occasions and date nights, describing the food as exquisite and the service as exceptional.

6. insideOUT

4.8

Exceptional(2452)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Californian • Hillcrest

Booked 66 times today

insideOUT is Hillcrest's elevated restaurant and lounge, and San Diego's only urban oasis! We are an 18+ venue.Reservations for our upcoming "Sweetheart Experience" are now open! The Experience will be February 5th - 16th!Our menu is curated by Executive Chef Johnny Duran and is updated seasonally to reflect his creative approach to California-Mediterranean inspired fare, using the freshest ingredients provided by our local purveyors.Aside from our impeccable hospitality, insideOUT is known for their over-the-top seasonal experiences. We also provide customized private event planning with venue buyout options. More information can be found on our website.

7. C-Level

4.7

Exceptional(5098)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Cocktail Bar • Downtown

Booked 102 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.

8. Coasterra

4.7

Exceptional(7705)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Harbor Island

Booked 96 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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9. Slowly Restaurant & Lounge

4.6

Exceptional(81)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Pacific Beach

Booked 13 times today

At Slowly Restaurant & Lounge, we strive to be a gathering place for locals and visitors alike, fostering connections and creating memories over delicious food and drinks. Whether you’re enjoying a meal with loved ones, unwinding with a refreshing libation, or discovering local flavors, our goal is to ensure every moment spent with us is savored, slowly.We hope you enjoy your experience at Slowly, where the pace is easy, laughter flows freely, and the flavors are fresh.

10. Juniper & Ivy

4.6

Exceptional(8163)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Unspecified • Little Italy

Booked 77 times today

Juniper & Ivy is the perfect date night spot. With its beautifully decorated ambiance and top-notch, locally sourced food, it sets a romantic vibe. As one reviewer noted, 'Such great service and ambiance. Set a great vibe for a great night.' The innovative, stylish, and delicious dishes, along with an award-winning wine list, make it a go-to for couples celebrating anniversaries or just looking for a special evening out.

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Yogi
Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Very attentive service with excellent recommendations provided
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CoasterraPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Harbor Island
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4.7
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SilviaVIP
San Diego •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We were celebrating my husband’s birthday and starting with the host and waitress and bus boy every detail was amazing.
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CesarinaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Ocean Beach
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4.9
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OpenTable Diner
San Diego •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
The staff were friendly and extremely attentive. Of course the views were amazing, but the highlight was our server.
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Mister A'sPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary French / American• Downtown
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4.8
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco Bay Area •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
insideOUT was such a cool and fun experience! I would love to stay in the “oasis” part of the restaurant next time instead of at a standard table, but regardless the ambience was wonderful and the food was even better! So cute and lively for a fun brunch vibe and service was also amazing.
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insideOUTPrice: Expensive• Californian• Hillcrest
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4.8
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Jill
San Diego •11 reviews
5.0
Dined on Mar 2, 2025
Delicious pizza and chicken parmesean. Genenerous salad.
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La PastaiaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Bay Park
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4.3

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