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Callie Restaurant, San Diego, CA
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Callie Restaurant

$50 and over
Mediterranean

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 88 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Innovative
  • Hot spot
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.

Why they're an Icon

Executive chef: Chef Travis Swikard

  • Award icon
    MICHELIN Bib Gourmand2024
  • Award icon
    MICHELIN Bib Gourmand2023

From the OpenTable editors: Chef and San Diego native Travis Swikard is an alum of iconic restaurants like DANIEL, and that pedigree shines at this sophisticated Mediterranean spot named one of Esquire’s Best New Restaurants in America in 2022. Feast on plates like lemon saffron linguine or harissa-grilled lamb chops, or go all-in on a five-course family-style tasting menu. Either way, a meal in the inviting space decked with blue tiles and lush greenery feels like a lively dinner party on every visit.

Additional information

  • Location
    1195 Island Ave, San Diego, CA 92101-7230
  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2024
    2. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2023
  • Phone number
    (619) 255-9696
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Our parking garage is located in the building, but because of the one way streets downtown, the entrance is on 11th Avenue between J St and Island Ave, on the right. The parking garage has a sign '1155 Parking' over top and is through LAZ. For security purposes, the gate will be down when you pull up, you will press the kiosk for a ticket. Once you've parked, take the elevators in the center up to the lobby and be sure to get your ticket validated by a host. Validation is good up to three hours.

Experiences

  • Mediterranean Feast - Parties of 7 & 8

    $75.00 per person

    Multiple dates available
    Mediterranean Feast - Parties of 7 & 8 For the ultimate dining experience, choose The Mediterranean Feast, a 5-course, family-style menu priced at $75 per guest. This menu, curated by Chef Travis Swikard, provides a full culinary journey from spreads to dessert. While the Feast is required for parties of 7 or 8, it is also available to all guests without advance notice. When booking, please let us know of any dietary restrictions so we can accommodate them. To secure your reservation, a credit card is needed, but no charge will apply unless you cancel with less than 24 hours' notice or do not show up. In those cases, a $10 per guest fee will be charged to the credit card on file.

  • Flavors Of The Sun - Stefano Secchi

    $155.00 per person

    Mar 13, 2025 only
    Join us on Thursday March 13th for an exclusive, one-night-only culinary event as Michelin-starred Chef Stefano Secchi of Rezdôra NYC teams up with Chef Travis Swikard in our Callie kitchen! Together, they’ll craft a menu that celebrates the bold and vibrant flavors of both Northern and Southern Italy. This special evening will highlight family traditions, culinary mastery, and the rich, authentic flavors that make Italian cuisine so beloved. Don’t miss this incredible, one-of-a-kind event! For every dinner sold, Callie will donate $5 to Feeding San Diego, providing 10 meals to those in need across San Diego. Please note that only the Flavors of the Sun menu will be offered on this day; a la carte dining will not be available. Modifications & substitutions cannot be made for this menu. No-shows or cancellations less than 1 day in advance may be subject to a charge of $10 per person. Tax, 20% service charge, and 4% surcharge will be added to all checks.
    Flavors Of The Sun - Stefano Secchi Photo

Menu

At present, we do not have menu information for this restaurant. Please see their website or wait to visit the restaurant to learn more.

What 365 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • San Diego

    Mediterranean

  • San Diego

    Innovative

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Callie Restaurant offers an extraordinary dining experience in San Diego with "consistent fabulous everything." With "delicious food" and "amazing service," it ranks among the top Mediterranean choices. Unique dishes like Aleppo chicken and lamb chops are "worth the wait." The ambiance and attentive staff ensure an "amazing experience."

364 Reviews

  1. alessandro VIP

    New York City6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great as always, from the attentive service to the great food

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  2. Damian

    San Diego2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The service and ambiance were great, but I wasn't impressed with the food. Many dishes were too salty, including the steak that was also tough. Definitely below my expectations and not worth the price.

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    Las Vegas2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and great staff. Med feast was a great intro to their menu.

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Es una experiencia única. De lo mejor de San Diego

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  5. Raphael VIP

    San Francisco2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Delicious tender smoked octopus was our favorite dish

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  6. Abigail VIP

    Los Angeles14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food, atmosphere, and service lived up to the hype. Thank you to the bartenders for sharing their favorite dishes while we waited for our table!

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  7. Erin VIP

    New York City13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Every meal I've ever had at Callie is exceptional. From the service to the quality of every bite - in my opinion, the best food in all of San Diego!

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  8. Kristin VIP

    San Diego11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best restaurant in San Diego hands down. Just doesn't get better!

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  9. RichieRich VIP

    Los Angeles3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Menu is inventive. Food was amazing. Service was top notch. Love it all! Highly recommended.

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  10. Cheryl VIP

    Los Angeles174 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding food, excellent service. Highly recommend the Aleppo chicken, the lamb chops and the fish-of-the-day preparation. But every dish we've had has been terrific. The servers know the menu and are skilled at recommending the quantity and combination of dishes to make for the best experience. Everyone on the staff seems to be going above and beyond. We love this place.

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FAQs

Callie Restaurant is rated 4.8 stars by 365 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 88 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Callie Restaurant

1195 Island Ave, San Diego, CA 92101-7230

Additional information

  • Award-winning
    1. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2024
    2. MICHELIN Bib Gourmand 2023
  • Phone number
    (619) 255-9696
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Our parking garage is located in the building, but because of the one way streets downtown, the entrance is on 11th Avenue between J St and Island Ave, on the right. The parking garage has a sign '1155 Parking' over top and is through LAZ. For security purposes, the gate will be down when you pull up, you will press the kiosk for a ticket. Once you've parked, take the elevators in the center up to the lobby and be sure to get your ticket validated by a host. Validation is good up to three hours.
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