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San Diego Restaurants Overview

San Diego

We've found the places that locals frequent for a reason. Whether that be the enormous portions, outstanding views or one-of-a-kind flavors, these eateries are sure to please. We've tried to avoid the larger chain restaurants other than a few special locations.

On this page we've listed by region, restaurants, delis, dessert shops and fast food chains that we personally recommend and those with high consumer ratings.


   Per Person
$5-$10 = $5-$10
$10-$20 = $10-$20
$20-$40 = $20-$40
$50+ = $50+

Dress
Casual - shorts, t-shirt, sandals
Business-Casual - pants or nice shorts, summer dress, collared shirt
Semi-Formal - slacks, collard shirt, evening gown, blouse
Formal - dress pants, suit jacket, formal dress, tuxedo

San Diego Restaurants
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Le Papagayo - Encinitas is situated in downtown Encinitas on the Pacific Coast Highway (PCH). Le Papagayo features Pacific Island cuisine with French Mediterranean influences. Candle lighting and nightly live music make this a romantic and entertaining experience. Menu choices include Grand Marnier French Toast, Lahaina Burger, Lamb Stew in Cabernet Sauce, Raviolis Putanesca, Curry Coconut Diver Scallops and more. Every Thursday night is Cuban night offering Cuban music, specialty drinks and dishes. Open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Dress is casual to business casual.
$5-$10  |   $10-$20  |   $20-$40

Le Papagayo
1002 S. Coast Highway 101
Encinitas, California 92024
(760) 944-8252
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Naked Cafe - Solana Beach is situated along the shores of Solana Beach. They feature healthy menu choices with global influences. Choices include Blackberry Pancakes, Pesto & Artichoke Heart Quesadilla, Soy Chorizo & Avocado Burrito, Sasame Ginger Chicken Soft Tacos, Veggie Sandwich and more. Drinks include specialty teas, coffees and morning cocktails. Open daily for breakfast and lunch. Dress is casual.
$5-$10  |   $10-$20

Naked Cafe
106 S. Sierra Avenue
Solana Beach, California 92075
(858) 259-7866
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Pamplemousse Grille - Solana Beach is situated across the street from the Del Mar Fairgrounds & Racetrack. The interior walls of the restaurant are covered in murals by local artist Rod Knutson. The Pamplemousse Grille features continental cuisine with choices of Lobster & Avocado Salad, Lamb Stew, Basil Roasted Chilean Sea Bass, Grilled Rib Eye Steak and more. Open nightly for dinner and for lunch on Fridays. Dress is business casual to formal.
$20-$40  |   $50+

Pamplemousse Grille
514 Via de la Valle
Solana Beach, California 92075
(858) 792-9090
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Market Restaurant & Bar - Del Mar is located east of Interstate 5 from the Del Mar Fairgrounds & Racetrack. Modern decor and exquisitely prepared cuisine are the Market Restaurant's hallmark. Menu choices include Crispy Duck Confit, House Smoked-Maple Cured Salmon, Bison Tenderloin & Bacon Wrapped Meatloaf, Cabernet Braised Prime Beef Shortribs and more. Open nightly for dinner. Dress is business casual to formal.
$20-$40  |   $50+

Market Restaurant & Bar
3702 Via de la Valle
Del Mar, California 92014
(858) 523-0007
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Marine Room

Marine Room - La Jolla is situated oceanside overlooking all of La Jolla Cove. This award-winning, fine-dining restaurant is the perfect choice for a romantic dinner with spectacular ocean views. Steak and seafood fare are prepared with French inspired recipes. Choices include abalone, rib-eye steak, diver scallops and more. Open daily for dinner only. Dress is business-casual to formal.
$10-$20  |   $20-$40  |   $50+

Marine Room
2000 Spindrift Drive
La Jolla, California 92037
(866) 644-2351
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Crab Catcher - La Jolla is situated high atop a cliff overlooking La Jolla Cove and with expansive views of the Pacific. This primarily seafood restaurant offers unique specialities like Crab Martini, Soft Shell Crab, Catcher's Mixed Grill and Lobster Pasta. Open daily for lunch and dinner and Sunday Brunch. Dress is business-casual to semi-formal.
$10-$20  |   $20-$40

Crab Catcher
1298 Prospect Street
La Jolla, California 92037
(858) 454-9587
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Bombay Exotic Cuisine of India - Hillcrest is situated near the very popular Balboa Park complex and offers the best Indian fare in all of San Diego. Menu items include Mango Khatti Tikka, Ginger Mutter Soup, Coconut Shrimp and many more including the traditional curry dishes. Choices are served as plates or choose an all-you-can-eat buffet. Open daily for lunch and dinner. Dress is business-casual.
$5-$10  |  $10-$20  |   $20-$40

Bombay Exitic Cuisine of India
3960 5th Avenue
San Diego, California 92103
(619) 297-7777
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Hash House A Go Go - Hillcrest is situated near the very popular Balboa Park complex and won a plethora of awards. Serving Southern fare they specialize in breakfast with choices like Corned Beef, Red Onions and Swiss Cheese Hash, Sundried Tomato, Basil & Goat Cheese Scramble, flapjacks, waffles and more. Lunch and dinner items include Crispy Cornmeal Salmon Sandwich, Barbeque Pork Ribs, Stuffed Hash House Meatloaf. Open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner and brunch on weekends. Dress is casual.
$5-$10  |  $10-$20

Hash House A Go Go
3628 5th Avenue
San Diego, California 92103
(619) 298-4646
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Bread On Market - Downtown is located in Downtown San Diego near the Gaslamp Quarter, Horton Plaza and many other popular destinations. This is a bakery serving traditional fare with fresh-baked bread and soup, salad, sandwiches and dessert items. Choices include Chicken Pot Pie, Mediterranian Salad, French Toast, Focaccia Sandwich and Cheese Plate. Open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Dress is casual.
$5-$10  |  $10-$20

Bread On Market
730 Market Street
San Diego, California 92101
(619) 795-2730
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Hodad's - Ocean Beach is located one block from the sand and is a favorite among locals. Burgers, fries and shakes are the specialty here in this totally laid back hole-in-the-wall restaurant that is tauted to serve San Diego's best burger. The word, "Hodad" is an old surfer term for someone who owns a board and says he surfs but never goes out in the water. One of the booths in the restaurant is a driver and passenger seat in a 1960's VW van that protrudes out of the wall. Open daily for lunch only. Dress is very casual.
$5-$10

Hodad's
5010 Newport Avenue
San Diego, California 92107
(619) 224-4623
Map  |   Accommodations  |   No Website  |   Other Ideas



Cafe Bella Italia - Pacific Beach is located in the heart of Pacific Beach and offers authentic Northern Italian cuisine. The chef and owners are all from Milan, Italy. Choices include lasagnes, gnocchi, caprese, speghetti, polenta, wood fired pizzas and so much more. Open daily for lunch and dinner. Dress is business-casual to semi-formal.
$5-$10  |  $10-$20  |   $20-$40

Cafe Bella Italia
1525 Garnet Avenue
San Diego, California 92109
(858) 273-1224

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Filippi's

Filippi's Pizza Grotto - Little Italy is located in Little Italy on India Street, between Date and Fir Streets. This is a San Diego favorite, so it is not uncommon for lines to extend down India Street. A small market selling Italian is located in the front of the store. The popular menu items are the pizzas to-go, but other choices include Italian sandwiches, Antipasto Salad, Spaghetti, Lasagna, Shrimp Filippi, Veal Parmigiana and more. Open daily for lunch and dinner. Dress is casual.
$10-$20

Filippi's Pizza Grotto
1747 India Street
San Diego, California 92101
(619) 232-5094
Map  |   Accommodations  |   Website  |   Other Ideas



Buon Appetito - Little Italy is located in Little Italy on India Street, between Date and Cedar Streets. Enjoy fine Italian favorites in this little trattoria that showcases the works of local artists. Dine indoors or people watch the busy streets of Little Itally out on their front patio. Menu choices include Linguine allo Scoglio, Fettuccine alla Montanara, Quaglie e Lenticchie and Coniglio alla Mamma Pina. Pair any choice with a wine from their extensive wine list. Open daily for lunch and dinner. Dress is casual to business-casual.
$10-$20

Buon Appetito
1609 India Street
San Diego, CA 92101
(619) 238-9880
Map  |   Accommodations  |   Website  |   Other Ideas



Sogno DiVino

Sogno DiVino - Little Italy is located in Little Italy on India Street, between Date and Cedar Streets. Are you a light eater and enjoy a fine glass of wine with your meal? Sognio DeVino's wine & appetizer menu is just for you. Not only do they have an extensive wine list but they also serve some of the world's best beers including California microbrews. Appetizer choices include Crostini & Olive Plate, Sea Scallop Ceviche, Stuffed Avocado and many varieties of Panini including Caprese, Smoked Salmon, Mediteranean and much more. Or, order to go from their deli counter. Open daily for lunch and dinner. Dress is casual to business-casual.
$5-$10  |   $10-$20

Sogno DiVino
1607 India Street
San Diego, CA 92101
(619) 531-8887
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Sevilla

Sevilla - Gaslamp Quarter is located in the historic and active Gaslamp Quarter, off Interstate 5 and Market Street. They feature a nightclub with Flamenco, Tango, Gypsy and other styles of dancing. Spanish menu choices include Sautéed Meatballs al Jerez, Roast Lamb Cordobesa, Cold Marinated Tapas, Baked Rabbit Basque Style, Grilled Salmon a la Parrilla and Seafood Paella. Dinner & live music nightly. Dress is casual to business-casual.
$10-$20  |   $20-$40

Sevilla
555 4th Avenue
San Diego, California 92101
(619) 233-5979
Map  |   Accommodations  |   Website  |   Other Ideas



Rama - Gaslamp Quarter is located in the heart of the Gaslamp Quarter and nearby the Convention Center and many other San Diego top attractions. The award-winning Rama serves the best Thai food in San Diego. Dishes include Pad Ginger, Roast Duck, Garlic and Pepper and many more spicy choices. Open daily for lunch and dinner. Dress is business-casual to semi-formal.
$10-$20  |   $20-$40

Rama
327 Fourth Avenue
San Diego, California 92101
(619) 501-8424
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The Tin Fish

The Tin Fish - Gaslamp Quarter located in the Gaslamp Quarter right next to Padres ballpark, the Tin Fish makes a great place for a pre-game tailgating or post-game celebrating. Good fast food fish is what they specialize in with choices like Halibut & Chips, Swordfish Tacos, Calamari Burrito, Fried Oysters and many more. Hepburn's is a popular bar that's part of The Tin Fish. Open daily for lunch but dinner is only available Friday-Sunday. Dress is casual at The Tin Fish and business-casual at Hepburn's.
$5-$10  |  $10-$20

The Tin Fish
170 6th Avenue
San Diego, California 92101
(619) 238-8100
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The Field

The Field - Gaslamp Quarter is located in the heart of the Gaslamp Quarter and nearby the Convention Center and many other San Diego top attractions. This authentic Irish pub was dismantled in Ireland and reassembled here in San Diego. Traditional Irish fare includes Guinness Beef Stew, Corned Beef & Cabbage, Sheppards Pie and Rasher & Cheese Boxty. Open daily for lunch and dinner while breakfast is only available on Saturday & Sunday. Dress is casual.
$5-$10  |  $10-$20

The Field Authentic Irish Pub & Restaurant
544 Fifth Avenue
San Diego, California 92101
(619) 232-9840
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San Diego Pier Cafe - Seaport Village is situated in San Diego Harbor near the Gaslamp Quarter, Horton Plaza and many other San Diego attractions. Seaport Village is comprised of several restaurants and touristy shops in a fisherman's village environment. The San Diego Pier Cafe hovers just a few feet above the water on pier pile-ons and offers terrific views of San Diego Harbor. Food gets mixed ratings but the view is worth experiencing over at least a drink and appetizer. Choices at this primarily seafood restaurant include Seafood Fettucini, Calamari Salad, Blackened Fish Tacos and Tortilla Chicken. Open daily for lunch and dinner. Dress is casual.
$5-$10  |  $10-$20  |   $20-$40

San Diego Pier Cafe
885 West Harbor Drive
San Diego, California 92101
(619) 239-3968
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Romano's Dodge House - Julian is located off Highways 78 & 79, off Main Street in the heart of downtown Julian. Julian is a quaint, historic town situated in the eastern, mountainous region of San Diego. Situated in a turn-of-the-century historic home, Romano's serves Italian fare like Zucchini Frittata, Halibut in Florentine Sauce, Pasta Primavera and many varieties of pizzas & Calzones. Wine selection includes fine Italian vinos as well as local Julian wineries. Open Wednesday through Monday for lunch and dinner. Dress is business-casual.
$10-$20  |   $20-$40

Romano's Dodge House
2718 B Street
Julian, California 92036
(760) 765-1003
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The Julian Grille

The Julian Grille - Julian is located in downtown Julian on the northwest side of Main Street. This cozy cottage offers steak, seafood, salads and other grill specialties inside the restaurant or outside on their tree-shaded patio. Situated just steps away from Julian's hustle and bustle, The Julian Grille is the perfect place to enjoy a great homecooked meal in a peaceful garden setting.
$5-$10  |   $10-$20

The Julian Grille
2224 Main Street
Julian, California 92036
(760) 765-0173
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Mom's Pie House - Julian is located off Highways 78 & 79, on Main Street in the heart of downtown Julian. Julian is a quaint, historic town situated in the eastern, mountainous region of San Diego. This is apple country and Mom's Pie House is the place get your fix of fresh apple pie. Choose from Apple Crumb, Apple-Boysenberry, Apple-Cherry, Ruby and many more. Restaurant also serves soup, sandwiches and other pie varieties. Open daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Dress is casual.
$5-$10

Mom's Pie House
2119 Main Street
Julian, California 92036
(760) 765-2472
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