Best Family Style Restaurants in San Diego

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AmericanItalianSeafoodFrenchChineseFusion / Eclectic

Regions

North San DiegoSan Diego

Areas

Del MarKearny MesaLa JollaMira MesaMission BayMission Valley

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All dining options

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Seating options

BarStandardHigh TopOutdoor

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Gender-neutral toiletWheelchair access

14 restaurants available nearby

1. Lucrezia

4.5

Awesome(634)

€€€€Price: Expensive

• Italian • La Jolla

Booked 69 times today

A contemporary twist on Italian cuisine, Lucrezia is a culinary delight. Located in the heart of La Jolla in San Diego, we offer unique culinary experiences that transport our guests to a sunny terrace overlooking the Amalfi Coast. Join us for the next voyage.The ingredients and combinations found in our kitchen evoke the very mystique of Italian summers. We are curators of fine ingredients – the way they translate beautifully into our dishes is what makes us unique. Our dishes were carefully crafted to transport our guests to the most beautiful regions of the land. Travel the Italian countryside through our menu, and select your dish for the evening.La Nostra Famiglia: Passionate about food and good service, Grupo Hunan was born in 1993 in Mexico City to create unique experiences that become part of the best moments of your life. As an expert in over five different gastronomies, Grupo Hunan is set to satisfy all senses.Looking forward to welcoming you soon ! :)

A photo of Pacific Catch - La Jolla restaurant

2. Pacific Catch - La Jolla

4.4

Awesome(673)

€€€€Price: Expensive

• Seafood • La Jolla

Booked 31 times today

Pacific Catch, the Bay Area’s premier fishhouse restaurant group, is opening its first location in San Diego County in October at Westfield UTC. The menu features sustainable seafood served in a wide variety of styles from appetizers and sharing plates to healthy bowls, sushi, tacos and burgers, complemented by a full bar and craft cocktails. The new restaurant will offer two destination patios, an open air cocktail bar, intimate booths and communal dining tables for larger parties. With ample street level parking adjacent to the restaurant, it’s a convenient option for all-day dining

3. Davanti Del Mar

4.5

Awesome(461)

€€€€Price: Moderate

• Italian • Del Mar

Booked 11 times today

Welcome to Davanti Enoteca in Del Mar. We offer a delicious twist on rustic Italian cuisine paired with an extensive wine list and creative cocktails. Our chef driven menu is geared towards family style shareable plates, homemade pastas, pizzas and a fantastic assortment of meats and cheeses. Enjoy the lively wine bar ambiance and decor. By the way, you can't miss our Focacia di Recco! Ci vediamo presto!

A photo of Buca di Beppo - Mira Mesa restaurant

4. Buca di Beppo - Mira Mesa

4.1

Excellent(867)

€€€€Price: Moderate

• Italian • Mira Mesa

Booked 2 times today

Just off the Interstate 15 Express, near the Legacy Apartment Homes, in the Mira Mesa Market Center, your Mira Mesa, CA Buca is ready to serve you all your favorite Italian specialties for lunch or dinner all week long. Our chefs create delicious, authentic Italian pastas, entrees, and pizzas and our attentive staff serves them up family style.

5. Marisi

4.6

Exceptional(1164)

€€€€Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • La Jolla

Booked 82 times today

Discovering Italy by way of La Jolla, Marisi focuses on Italian hearth cooking with an emphasis on handmade pastas, fine wine and classic cocktails. The menu celebrates the rich diversity of cuisine from across Italy, fashioned in a time-honored tradition of handmade all day, every day. A dream that lives between the Italian and La Jolla coasts, suspended between tides instead of time — a mood more than a plot. A visit that feels a lot like coming home, if home was a warm, charming villa off the Amalfi coast. Marisi is a taste of something you want to remember. We hope you love it.

6. Paradisaea

4.7

Exceptional(610)

€€€€Price: Very Expensive

• Californian • La Jolla

Booked 38 times today

A celebration of food, cocktails, art, and warm hospitality. Housed in the historic Piano Building, in the heart of the vibrant community of Bird Rock, Paradisaea is a destination restaurant and bar, that San Diegans frequent for crave-able, accessible fare, executed at the highest level.

7. The Whaling Bar

4.7

Exceptional(97)

€€€€Price: Expensive

• Californian • La Jolla

Booked 18 times today

Rediscover The Whaling Bar in La Jolla, blending historic charm and modern luxury. Once beloved in the La Valencia hotel, it's back after ten years, mixing its rich legacy with today's elegance. Known for its cozy atmosphere and top-notch service, it's been updated for contemporary tastes without losing its heritage essence. Executive Chef Brian Redzikowski, with a background in America's top kitchens and Iron Chef America, leads the culinary journey, offering a menu that combines classic and innovative approaches. The Whaling Bar invites both old fans and new to enjoy luxury and become part of La Jolla's ongoing story.

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8. Rustic Root - Solana Beach

4.3

Awesome(59)

€€€€Price: Moderate

• American • Del Mar

Booked 85 times today

Modern rooftop destination featuring local, seasonal cuisine & craft cocktails in stylish surrounds.

A photo of Cucina Enoteca - Del Mar restaurant

9. Cucina Enoteca - Del Mar

4.4

Awesome(2754)

€€€€Price: Moderate

• Italian • Del Mar

Booked 53 times today

Say hello to the sister restaurant of San Diego’s award winning CUCINA urbana! CUCINA enoteca’s menu features Italian classics with a modern twist, traditionally coursed or served family-style, and made with the freshest local, organic and sustainable ingredients. Enjoy wine by the glass or visit the wine shop and select a bottle from over 100 selections at retail price ($10 corkage fee applies).

10. Wormwood

4.6

Exceptional(846)

€€€€Price: Very Expensive

• French • North Park

Booked 18 times today

Wormwood invites you to step into a bygone era, where poets, artists, and dreamers found inspiration in the Green Fairy. By night, we offer an elegant French dining experience, where each dish is crafted with passion, paired with curated wines and signature cocktails, and brought to life by our exceptional service. Whether in our cozy dining room, enchanting patio, or the hidden charm of our Secret Garden speakeasy, every evening is an unparalleled journey of flavor and hospitality.Now, we invite you to experience Wormwood’s weekend brunch, every Saturday and Sunday. Indulge in a refined menu, sip on handcrafted cocktails and artisanal coffees, and let the soulful sounds of live jazz transport you to Belle Époque Paris. A celebration of indulgence, romance, and hospitality, brunch at Wormwood is a morning affair you won’t want to miss.

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MerrilyVIP
San Diego •227 reviews
4.0
Dined today
We made a reservation for 5:00 pm, once seated we asked about the Happy Hour, was told Happy Hour was only in the bar area. However, the Server allowed us to order food off the Happy Hour menu which was nice , we ordered from both menus. I don't understand why we dined during Happy Hour and had to pay $5.00 more for drinks due to sitting 100 feet away from the bar? Overall food, tacos, and drinks were excellent. Next time will sit in the bar.
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Pacific Catch - La JollaPrice: Expensive• Seafood• La Jolla
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4.4
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MichelleVIP
Orange County •2 reviews
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
Overall, it’s a fun place to go with authentic Italian food. A bit pricey. The noise level is high, so it’s hard to have a conversation.
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LucreziaPrice: Expensive• Italian• La Jolla
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4.5
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mikeVIP
East Tennessee •10 reviews
4.0
Dined 3 days ago
Good quality, good service, good presentation but small amount of food for the high price
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MarisiPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• La Jolla
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4.6
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OpenTable Diner
San Diego •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Great service for our party of 13! Accommodates for last minute reservation! Food was delicious!
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Davanti Del MarPrice: Moderate• Italian• Del Mar
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4.5
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Mark
San Diego •1 review
5.0
Dined on 2 Mar 2025
Taylor our server went out of his way to make our experience a happy one
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Buca di Beppo - Mira MesaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Mira Mesa
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4.1

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