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4.8
Exceptional(5590)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Ocean Beach
Booked 186 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.
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4.9
Exceptional(443)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Ocean Beach
Booked 69 times today
Benvenuti Nella Mia Cucina, Belli De Nonna! Before we dive into the delicious feast prepared for you, let me give you a little taste of my vita. I was born in the heart of Rome, and I've been cooking up a storm my entire life! My cucina has always been the center of the universe for my 3 daughters, 5 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren, their friends, loved ones, and acquaintances – everyone was always Benvenuto!Now, we've brought that same love and flavor right here to San Diego. My beloved grandson, Niccolo', and his amore, Cesarina, are opening the doors of my Cucina with the same warm heart and passion.Wondering how I made it to 95? Well, it's simple: I ate everything that's served here and filled my life with amore! So, Benvenuti! Don't hesitate to indulge in "Scarpetta" - dip that bread into the sauce, just like my grandchildren used to do at the stove when they thought I wasn't looking.Here, Belli De Nonna, it’s all about food, family, and creating beautiful memories!
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4.7
Exceptional(4979)
Price: Moderate
• Cocktail Bar • Downtown
Booked 88 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.
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4.7
Exceptional(6517)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Little Italy
Booked 96 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.
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4.7
Exceptional(8098)
Price: Expensive
• Unspecified • Little Italy
Booked 91 times today
Juniper & Ivy is cozy and comfortable according to multiple reviews. The decor and ambiance are praised, with one reviewer stating it was 'beautiful and welcoming'. The 'fun vibe' and 'warm and inviting ambiance' are also mentioned. The restaurant seems to provide a unique, innovative, and cozy dining experience.
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4.7
Exceptional(3286)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary Asian • Downtown
Booked 80 times today
ANIMAE’s eclectic West Coast cuisine, layered with Asian influences, comes to life under Celebrated Chef Brian Malarkey. Applying a California cooking style to ANIMAE’S traditional coal-fired oven and grill, Chef Malarkey’s menu is as thoughtful as it is refined, elevating local produce and seasonal ingredients to create a lively and progressive culinary program.
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4.5
Awesome(4589)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Little Italy
Booked 114 times today
Little Italy was built by the fishing industry. Ironside attempts to continue that narrative. It's our contemporary interpretation of the classic fish house and oyster bar. Located in a historic auction house on India St we did a full comprehensive restoration of the building, with three open-air culinary hubs featuring an expansive raw bar, chefs table, and bakery. We tried to be mindful of the past while looking towards the future. Groups of 6 or more will be charged an automatic 20% gratuity. A 4% surcharge will be added to all guest checks.Ironside is now taking reservations for patio and dining room seating. We are now offering Happy Hour MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY FROM 3:00PM - 5:00PM.
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4.5
Awesome(1155)
Price: Moderate
• Sushi • Mission Bay
Booked 44 times today
Refreshing craft cocktails, seriously tasty sushi, and California cuisine are just the start of what you’ll savor at Cannonball. Whether you choose to get cozy within our intimate cocktail lounge or out on the rooftop terrace, you’ll be treated to truly spectacular Mission Beach views every bite and sip. Dive into culinary creativity at Cannonball—there’s nothing quite like it!For larger parties, please contact us directly at info@cannonballsd.com
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4.7
Exceptional(1386)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Little Italy
Booked 66 times today
Kettner Exchange boasts two levels of indoor/outdoor drinking and dining and Little Italy’s only rooftop patio with spanning harbor views. We feature Progressive American cuisine from critically acclaimed Executive Chef Brian Redzikowski. In 2019, Kettner Exchange was named to Michelin Guide's prestigious Bib Gourmand list. Kettner Exchange has proudly maintained this award every year thereafter. Originally introduced in 1997, the Bib Gourmand category highlights restaurants that serve high-quality meals which include two courses and a glass of wine or dessert for $40 or less.
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4.3
Awesome(789)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary Italian • Little Italy
Booked 79 times today
Nolita Hall is a cozy spot in Little Italy, San Diego. Reviewers rave about its 'great ambiance,' 'beautiful decor,' and 'fun, eclectic' vibe. They love the 'cool and easy' atmosphere, 'great for a group' and 'perfect for a date night'. The fireplace seating is a 'super fun' feature and the food is 'delicious' and 'beautifully presented'.
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  • Geraldine
    San Diego •6 reviews
    5.0
    Dined today
    We came to celebrate a friend's birthday and it was a wonderful experience from start to end. Food was fantastic, especially the pasta. At least go for the pasta! I was sad when I finished my leftover plate of rigatoni alla norcina- fresh quality pasta bites and the sauce was chef's kiss. Our staff for the evening was warm and accommodating. I would highly recommend you eat here! It is on the pricier side and parking can be challenging. Otherwise, I cannot stop raving about the food.
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    ElviraPrice: Moderate• Italian• Ocean Beach
    4.9
  • Joseph
    Seattle / Eastern Washington •15 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    We had a wonderful dining experience at Cesarina. We were seated promptly (arriving right on our reservation time). The service was efficient and our server was very familiar with the menu, and frank and open with his descriptions/comments about various menu items. The food was served surprisingly promptly, and everything our party of 3 had was delicious. The pasta was exceptional. Everyone we interacted with acknowledged my wife's birthday (which was the occasion we were celebrating). The atmosphere is comfortable and not too noisy (of overly loud). We had a wonderful evening and everyone at Cesarina should be commended for the fine job/product they provide.
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    CesarinaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Ocean Beach
    4.8
  • SteveVIP
    San Diego •10 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    we had the most magical experience at sea level restaurant on Harbor Island in San Diego. What a beautiful day it must’ve been 80° with a clear sky overlooking the San Diego skyline. We were so fortunate to have my favorite waitress, Bernadette she has the best smile and the best attitude of any server, waitress waiter I know in all of San Diego county. And having gone there so many times in the past 10 or 12 years, we got to know the best assistant to server, his name was Jimmy attention to detail is unbelievable and he’s so pleasant and he recognizes us every time we come there we had a great experience and the food was incredible and I don’t want to say this out loud but my wife and I split the fish and chips and for an extra three dollars you get four pieces of fish instead of three love this place you can’t do better than an afternoon outside at C level.
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    C-LevelPrice: Moderate• Cocktail Bar• Downtown
    4.7
  • Alix
    San Diego •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    We've been here about 4 times now and each time the food is delicious and complex, no matter what we order. The service is wonderful. This last time we brought our kids, which I was a little nervous about (4&7), but they had helpful food options for them and we felt very welcome and comfortable. Nice place for a date night or a group - very versatile and the location is great for a after-dinner walk.
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    Herb & WoodPrice: Expensive• Californian• Little Italy
    4.7
  • Danielle
    Los Angeles •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Came for my husband’s birthday and had the best time! I worked with the management in advance to make sure the night was extra special! They curated an individualized menu for us AND they made a personal cake just for my husband! It was a wonderful night! Our waitress was amazing, the staff was attentive, and the manager (Serena) went above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect! 10/10 recommend!!!
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    Juniper & IvyPrice: Expensive• Unspecified• Little Italy
    4.7
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