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4.7
Exceptional(2489)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Old Town
Booked 27 times today
Experience the true flavor of Mexico at San Diego’s premier Mexican cuisine destination.Established in 1996, El Agave Restaurant & Tequileria offers its patrons a unique dining setting withinthe largest tequila museum in the United States – with over 3,000 tequilas on display – alsorepeatedly voted the #1 tequila bar in the country. Nestled in historic Old Town, San Diego, it is theperfect place to enjoy a business lunch, romantic date, rehearsal dinner or to simply relax andunwind sipping find tequila with friends.
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4.7
Exceptional(3286)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary Asian • Downtown
Booked 90 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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4.6
Exceptional(7633)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Harbor Island
Booked 150 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.
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4.7
Exceptional(6515)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Little Italy
Booked 106 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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4.9
Exceptional(4797)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Downtown
Booked 52 times today
Located in the heart of the East Village neighborhood of San Diego, Cowboy Star is dedicated to providing an unmatched attention to detail and a level of service that immediately sets us apart. Cowboy Star guests are the number one priority and guest satisfaction is the base upon which our entire concept is built. Our level of service is only matched by our celebration of regional American heirloom recipes offered with genuine neighborly hospitality. We are committed to supporting local and regional farmers, fishers and producers by cooking food that recaptures the simple and pure tastes found in locally grown, natural and organic ingredients. We strive to raise awareness of a more sustainable food future, while helping to restore a sense of community that brings us back to a more homegrown time.The Cowboy Star Menu features the finest in select natural products including Niman Ranch all natural beef from the nation's leading Certified Humane Angus herd.
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4.6
Exceptional(3759)
Price: Very Expensive
• Japanese • Downtown
Booked 81 times today
Nobu San Diego is a foodie hotspot known for its award-winning 'New Style' Japanese cuisine. As per reviews, the food is consistently and exceptionally delicious, with each dish being a work of art, beautifully presented and bursting with flavor. The ambience is described as sophisticated yet lively, with a warm and inviting atmosphere. It's not just about the food, the service is equally praised, making it a fantastic dining experience.
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4.6
Exceptional(118)
Price: Expensive
• Farm-to-table • Hillcrest
Booked 32 times today
Nestled in the heart of Hillcrest, San Diego, Cellar Hand embodies a commitment to sustainability, craftsmanship, and community. Through a farm-to-table approach, our menu showcases hyper-local seasonal fare. Our extensive wine list highlights the diverse terroir of California, serving as an extension of founder’s Pali Wine Co. Santa Barbara County winery. By fostering deep connections with local artisans, farmers, fishers, and stewards, Cellar Hand strives to be a destination where guests can savor the essence of California’s bounty in every bite and sip.Enjoy our exposed kitchen, an indoor-outdoor bar, outdoor fire pits, and artwork by Nick Perr. Opened Wednesday - Sunday with daily happy hour specials and Sunday brunch!
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4.8
Exceptional(2656)
Price: Moderate
• French American • North Park
Booked 47 times today
The Smoking Goat is an award-winning California-French bistro located in the heart of North Park, San Diego. We have received the Gold Medallion for the best French Bistro in San Diego three years running. Inspired by his European Farm-to-Table up-bringing and culinary training at Le Cordon Bleu Paris, Executive Chef and Owner Fred Piehl, marries classic French cuisine with the bounty of San Diego in a way that is rustic, yet refined, imaginative, yet unpretentious. The dinners served feature in-season local, sustainable and organic ingredients and provide guests with a unique culinary experience, reminiscent of the European countryside. Boasting a carefully selected wine and beer list and chef and bartender attention to select spirits to create craft house cocktails, The Smoking Goat assures there is always the correct pairing available.
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4.8
Exceptional(7123)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Banker's Hill
Booked 55 times today
CUCINA urbana is a foodie haven, offering a unique blend of contemporary art and a country farmhouse ambiance. The reviews rave about its 'exquisite food and ambiance', 'exceptional and exciting food' and 'delicious food options'. It's also noted for its 'excellent service', 'interesting flavors', and 'creative and delicious food options'. The restaurant's wine program, which allows guests to hand-select wines for a minimal corkage fee, adds to the foodie experience.
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4.7
Exceptional(987)
Price: Expensive
• American • Downtown
Booked 38 times today
Provisional Kitchen, Café & Mercantile, open for daily for brunch and select evenings for dinner. Provisional is a sprawling, sunlit communal dining space featuring a Vittoria Coffee espresso bar, bistro tables, and a retail space set within a greenhouse, where guests can shop a curated collection of homeware, ceramics, apothecary items, pantry staples, and jewelry.Provisional serves some of the best cuisine in the city, featuring favorites such as housemade pasta, woodfire-oven baked pizza and Italian-inspired entrées; our lively brunch features bottomless mimosas and seasonal creations.
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  • Mary
    San Diego •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    The dishes have amazing flavor! However, speak with your server if you’re particularly sensitive to spicy dishes. All the servers were lovely. And of course, this is probably the best night time view in town!
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    CoasterraPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Harbor Island
    4.6
  • Austin
    Los Angeles •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Celebrated a wonderful birthday dinner here. The food was fantastic, the drinks were great and the service was delightful
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    AnimaePrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary Asian• Downtown / Gaslamp
    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
  • Leslie
    Washington, D.C. Area •14 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    We always enjoy EL Agave . The food delicious, service so attentive but not overweening and atmosphere were all perfect. The place was packed for Tuesday night in Mid January and thousands tad noisy. That is a plus the restaurant being so full. Congrats! It was a birthday celebration and it was perfect.
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    El AgavePrice: Moderate• Mexican• Old Town
    4.7
  • Stephanie
    Raleigh / Durham / Chapel Hill •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Loved it! Definitely coming back. I was very happy with the service, especially how my 7 year old was treated. He had a blast :)
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    Cowboy StarPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Downtown / Gaslamp
    4.9
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