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insideOUT, San Diego, CA

insideOUT

4.8
4.8
2491 Reviews
$31 to $50
Californian

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Booked 62 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Hot spot
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.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Californian, Mediterranean, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Bar Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–10:30 pm Fri 4:00 pm–12:00 am Sat 10:00 am–11:45 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (619) 888-8623
  • Website
    http://insideoutsd.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Johnny Duran
  • Private party facilities
    insideOUT® features unique indoor and outdoor semi-private event spaces, as well as a full venue buyout option. It all starts with an idea! Let our Private Events Manager, Christine Kerns, elevate it for you. Please contact christine@insideoutsd.com for more details and walk-throughs.
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • Location
    1642 University Ave, Suite 100, San Diego, CA 92103
  • Neighborhood
    Hillcrest
  • Cross street
    Centre Street
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    https://accesshillcrest.com/
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 2,491 people are saying

insideOUT reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

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  • San Diego

    Californian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
InsideOUT offers a whimsical dining experience with "magical" decor and "outstanding" service. Guests rave about the "delicious" food and "attentive" staff. Seasonal themes and diverse menus enhance its charm, while the outdoor seating delights many. A "hidden oasis" with Instagram-worthy aesthetics, it's a local gem that consistently impresses.
2,491 Reviews

  1. Sonia

    San Diego6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Never disappoints. Dinner and service was great. Can’t wait to go back.

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  2. Pavel VIP

    San Diego16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My wife loved it and our server was very knowledgeable of celiac disease, so my wife approves. Will be back! Especially since she was mesmerized by the outdoor dining oasis.

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  3. Dan VIP

    San Diego22 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Michael provides superb service. Great dining experience in

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  4. Michael

    Las Vegas10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was our first visit to this restaurant. It lived up to its reputation of being a BEAUTIFUL restaurant. It wasn't just dining, it was a dining experience, one that is memorable. From start to finish the staff could not have been nicer or more attentive. Our server, Julian was very nice and personable. We ordered the house made chips and dip, very good, for our main course we had fillet brought to your table on a hot stone. It was accompanied by a trio of flavored salts and delicious herbed butter, yum! My husband ordered the chicken, he liked that too. The drinks were very good too. Julian served us their filled doughnut bites complimentary for our 50th anniversary. That was very much appreciated. All in all we had a wonderful time

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  5. Scott VIP

    Palm Springs26 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Michael was a great and patient server. Thank You. The atmosphere, food and decor was beautiful as ever for their spring event. We had a great time from start to finish. Great place to gather with friends.

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  6. LORI VIP

    San Diego9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    InsideOUT is one of my all time favorite restaurants. We went for the Spring decor and it definitely did not disappoint. We had fun drinks, delicious food, and the coolest atmosphere ever.

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  7. laine

    San Diego6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The place is absolutely beautiful... It was such a nice decoration and pretty place.. The energy of the ambiance place is so energetic.. Our waiter is very tentative and always checking on us making sure that we got everything.. The food is not really upto hype.. I think I can be able to have a better food in places with the price they have... The price is a bit pricey.. but overall the experience is absolutely wonderful and magical.. I wish they will bring back the Alice in Wonderland Theme coz that is absolutely 💯 legitly amazing... I highly recommend the place to check it out.. I cant wait for the winter/Holiday to come for me to check the holiday theme..

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  8. Monique

    San Diego1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We came for drinks/apps. Loved the ambience & service, it was a 10/10. The charcuterie board was underwhelming, 4 out of 10. Would not order this item again. Bread sticks were delicious. Brussel sprouts were very good as well. Had a wonderful experience.

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  9. claudia

    San Diego9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is my second visit to this restaurant. The service was perfect, the ambiance is beautiful, and the food is delicious!

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  10. Maxwell

    San Francisco6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a great dinner celebrating an anniversary with my partner. The ambiance and setting was special, along with great service. The food was great as well, we definitely recommend the braised spring lamb. Our server Michael did a fantastic job and made our celebration.

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insideOUT is rated 4.8 stars by 2491 OpenTable diners.

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Google Map for insideOUT

1642 University Ave, Suite 100, San Diego, CA 92103

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Centre Street
  • Neighborhood
    Hillcrest
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Bar Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–10:30 pm Fri 4:00 pm–12:00 am Sat 10:00 am–11:45 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Californian, Mediterranean, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    https://accesshillcrest.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Johnny Duran
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • Website
    http://insideoutsd.com/
  • Phone number
    (619) 888-8623
  • Private party facilities
    insideOUT® features unique indoor and outdoor semi-private event spaces, as well as a full venue buyout option. It all starts with an idea! Let our Private Events Manager, Christine Kerns, elevate it for you. Please contact christine@insideoutsd.com for more details and walk-throughs.

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