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A photo of Buona Forchetta restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(871)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • South Park
Booked 53 times today
Buona Forchetta started in 2011 as a craving of Matteo’s to bring some of his native Italy to our adopted home of South Park. We found the perfect corner and built the perfect oven. Since then, we’ve strived to deliver an exceptional and authentic Italian experience to our customers keeping our focus on the simple recipes that Matteo grew up on. We owe a huge “grazie” to our neighbors who have joined us on this awesome journey, and we hope that you will continue to be part of our story.
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4.7
Exceptional(223)
Price: Expensive
• Vegetarian / Vegan • South Park
Booked 53 times today
Equal parts evil lair and Victorian cocktail salon, KINDRED has transfixed and beguiledall who step into its portal, with whimsical eccentricity, world class vegan dishes, and ambitiously inventive cocktails.Since opening its doors in late 2015 in the enchanting neighborhood of South Park, SanDiego, KINDRED has garnered recognition which transcends its plant-based credo,heralded as one of the city's premier dining institutions. It has been named EATER SanDiego's and San Diego Magazine's Restaurant Of The Year, topped Zagat San Diego'sMost Important Restaurant Openings, and earned an Orchid Award for interiordesign from the San Diego Architectural Foundation. KINDRED was also named within the Food Network's list of the best vegan restaurants in the country, was voted the Best Vegan Bar in the U.S. by VegNews magazine, and received regional honors from the Tales Of The Cocktail Foundation for Best Restaurant Bar in the West.
A photo of Puesto at the Headquarters restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(3524)
Price: Expensive
• Mexican • Downtown / Gaslamp
Booked 43 times today
Owned and operated by a Mexican American family whose best memories all include tacos, Puesto is an award-winning Mexican Artisan Kitchen & Bar providing an innovative approach to authentic Mexican flavors. Puesto has garnered national acclaim for its Mexico City-style crispy melted cheese tacos, served on handmade non-GMO, organic, maíz azul stone-ground tortillas. In addition to tacos, offerings include a selection of fresh catch ceviches, guacamoles, starters and ensaladas, courtesy of Chef/Partner Luisteen Gonzales. The bar program showcases the best of Mexico City through the use of fresh ingredients in our hand crafted cocktails and housemade Micheladas, tequilas, mezcals, house-brewed beers, and Valle de Guadalupe wines you can’t find elsewhere We’re honored to have been featured by media outlets nationally and internationally, some of which include National Geographic, Huffington Post, Refinery 29, MSN, Insider, Zagat, Eater, Food and Wine, and LA Times.
A photo of Kettner Exchange restaurant
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.
A photo of Mister A's restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(8730)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary French / American • Downtown / Gaslamp
Booked 54 times today
Mister A's is the penthouse, fine-dining destination of San Diego, and has been for over 50 years. Located just a few minutes from downtown, you will take the elevator to the top floor and look back out over jetliners sweeping past at eye level, the San Diego skyline, bay and Pacific, while enjoying Modern American cuisine, hand-crafted cocktails, and one of Wine Spectator's top-rated wine lists in the country. The culinary staff hand-selects local farm produce and the highest quality ingredients in every category to offer you selections that are made from scratch in house for brunch, lunch, dinner.. or simply the finest rooftop drinks and appetizers in town.Please visit our website for specific dress code guidelines: https://www.asrestaurant.com/contact/(Guests not in dress code will be turned away)
A photo of Herb & Wood restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(6518)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Little Italy
Booked 85 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.
A photo of The Prado at Balboa Park restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(7943)
Price: Moderate
• Californian • Downtown / Gaslamp
Booked 67 times today
Located in San Diego's Balboa Park, in the Historic House of Hospitality, The Prado offers historic charm and California cuisine.
A photo of Madison restaurant
4.5
Awesome(3048)
Price: Expensive
• Mediterranean • University Heights
Booked 100 times today
With their stunning design, classic cocktails & highly acclaimed fare, Madison finds itself among San Diego's can't miss restaurants! Serving many of Michelin recognized Chef Mario Cassineri classic dishes, perfect for Date Night of celebrating with friends. ʜᴀᴘᴘʏ ʜᴏᴜʀ - ᴇᴠᴇʀʏᴅᴀʏ 4-6ᴘᴍᴛᴜᴇꜱᴅᴀʏ - ʟɪᴠᴇ ᴊᴀᴢᴢ 7-9ᴘᴍᴡᴇᴅɴᴇꜱᴅᴀʏ - ᴅɪɴɴᴇʀ ᴡɪᴛʜ ᴅᴏɢꜱᴛʜᴜʀꜱᴅᴀʏ - ᴅᴊ ꜱᴘɪɴɴɪɴɢ ᴏʟᴅ ꜱᴄʜᴏᴏʟ ᴠɪɴʏʟꜰʀɪᴅᴀʏ & ꜱᴀᴛᴜʀᴅᴀʏ ɴɪɢʜᴛ - ᴀʟᴡᴀʏꜱ ᴀ ᴘᴀʀᴛʏ ᴡᴇᴇᴋᴇɴᴅ ʙᴏᴏᴢʏ ʙʀᴜɴᴄʜ - ʟɪᴠᴇ ᴅᴊꜱꜱᴜɴᴅᴀʏ ɴɪɢʜᴛ - ʟᴀᴛɪɴ ᴊᴀᴢᴢ 6-8ᴘᴍ
A photo of Coasterra restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(7634)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Harbor Island
Booked 100 times today
Coasterra is San Diego's premier bay front dining destination! We are an innovative and modern restaurant, lounge and floating event center, featuring Mexican cuisine.
A photo of CUCINA urbana restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(7126)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Banker's Hill
Booked 58 times today
We are a wine shop inside of a restaurant | Dining and design form the perfect union at San Diego's highly acclaimed CUCINA urbana, a California-inspired Italian kitchen and wine shop, located in the heart of Bankers Hill since 2009. The restaurant boasts comfort and familiarity, welcoming diners to a country farmhouse with the added whimsy of a contemporary art installation.CUCINA urbana is the originator of the CUCINA retail wine program where each dedicated shop allows guests to hand select wines at a retail price, either to enjoy with their meal for a minimal corkage fee or for purchase to-go. The wine list is comprised of many familiar labels as well as rare and small-batch gems, with an emphasis on Italian varietals.

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  • Andrea
    San Diego •9 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Really nice place, service was great! Quite it’s pricey on top of top of “Surcharge” and tip. ( drinks adds up friends!) 😂 Ribeye $98 for a tiny piece, cooked perfectly but thing special, we had better ones elsewhere. the escargot tasted fishy or something similar taste, if you been to France it will be hard to beat that! Everything else was good. Overall but we had a good dinner over looking the view of downtown.
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    Mister A'sPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary French / American• Downtown / Gaslamp
    4.9
  • NickVIP
    San Diego •13 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Let me start by saying I’ve been coming to Kindred for 10 years (since they first opened). Always a great vibe, drinks on point, great service. Now the bad news…. The food program was always good up until Covid. Quality options, comfort food options, etc. They did a great job during Covid as well all things considered. Sadly since Covid the food program has greatly suffered. Cost cutting? Yep. Lower quality items, more junky options, etc. I have tried most if not options on their “new” menu food items. Last night I tried the Heart n Soul. I found it to be ok but quite pricey. A variation of their old Soul Crush except using Impossible instead of Gardein. With all that said I/we will continue to go for the vibe and the drinks. Food program will still be a no go until they elevate back to their old standards
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    KINDREDPrice: Expensive• Vegetarian / Vegan• South Park
    4.7
  • Megan
    Orange County •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Sky was an absolute treat to have as our waitress. She made the whole experience and guided us so well with all of our drink and food pairings. Can’t wait to go back!
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    Kettner ExchangePrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Little Italy
    4.7
  • ClaudiaVIP
    Los Angeles •17 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    We had a large party - and yet the service seemed perfect and personal. The food and choices were yummy no one was disappointed
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    Puesto at the HeadquartersPrice: Expensive• Mexican• Downtown / Gaslamp
    4.6
  • Sarah
    San Diego •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 15 Jan 2025
    It was my birthday and we had the best time! The wine came out quickly along with all the appetizers. Everything was fresh and large portions. We made multiple waiters come and check on us throughout the evening. The location is half inside and half outside but even if you're outside you're under a HUGE heater. So don't be afraid you'll be cold. This is one of my favorite restaurant to celebrate
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    Buona ForchettaPrice: Moderate• Italian• South Park
    4.6
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