Best Restaurants for Foodies in South Park

31 restaurants available nearby

1. KINDRED

4.7

Exceptional(215)

Price: Expensive

• Vegetarian / Vegan • South Park

Booked 37 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.

2. Animae

4.8

Exceptional(3257)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary Asian • Downtown / Gaslamp

Booked 76 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.

3. Cowboy Star

4.9

Exceptional(4769)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown / Gaslamp

Booked 62 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.

4. Nobu San Diego

4.6

Exceptional(3752)

Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • Downtown / Gaslamp

Booked 43 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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5. The Smoking Goat Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(2646)

Price: Moderate

• French American • North Park

Booked 22 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.

6. Herb & Wood

4.6

Exceptional(6495)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Little Italy

Booked 70 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.

7. Coasterra

4.6

Exceptional(7599)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Harbor Island

Booked 82 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.

8. Cellar Hand

4.6

Exceptional(113)

Price: Expensive

• Farm-to-table • Hillcrest

Booked 14 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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9. Provisional Restaurant at Pendry San Diego

4.7

Exceptional(974)

Price: Expensive

• American • Downtown / Gaslamp

Booked 16 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.

10. One Door North

4.6

Exceptional(506)

Price: Moderate

• American • North Park

Booked 19 times today

At One Door North we host a New American Bar and Eatery that pays homage to the outdoors with the spirit of adventure, serving only fresh farm to table cuisine. Come enjoy the adventure with us, we look forward to serving you.

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Liza
San Diego •19 reviews
5.0
Dined today
One of my favorite restaurants! I love the food, everything is delicious, especially the mussels. The service is great and ambience is super nice
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The Smoking Goat RestaurantPrice: Moderate• French American• North Park
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4.7
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Sean
San Diego •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Fantastic food from start to finish. Definitely get the flank steak if you like heavily seasoned and super flavorful steak. The Ribeye was good as well, but the Flank Steak felt like a signature dish.
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Cowboy StarPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Downtown
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4.9
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Kevin
San Diego •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Amazing experience food was great server was super helpful for my first time I had reserved for a special occasion for my wife Asked for the fried chicken with thiachili was delicious nothing compared to the short rib that is a must ! On top of the tartar for deserts save space for last
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AnimaePrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary Asian• Downtown
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4.8
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Elizabeth
London •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Amazing food & atmosphere! Loved it so much we went two nights in a row before flying home to the U.K! Thank you Kindred💚
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KINDREDPrice: Expensive• Vegetarian / Vegan• South Park
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4.7
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ThomasVIP
Washington, D.C. Area •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 28 Dec 2024
Had an amazing experience at Nobu trying the Holiday Omakase menu. My wife and I went for our anniversary and were thoroughly impressed by the attentive service, professional staff, and most of all the outstanding meal. Each course was delivered in a very timely fashion, as we never felt rushed yet never waited on the next course. Cocktails were promptly prepared as ordered, and our water glasses were always topped off. The dinner was well prepared and no course was lacking. At the end, they were thoughtful enough to include a “Happy Anniversary” message on our dessert plate. Overall, I was impressed by and grateful for the entire course of service. Will certainly return.
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Nobu San DiegoPrice: Very Expensive• Japanese• Downtown
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4.6

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31 restaurants available nearby

1. KINDRED

2. Animae

3. Cowboy Star

4. Nobu San Diego

5. The Smoking Goat Restaurant

6. Herb & Wood

7. Coasterra

8. Cellar Hand

9. Provisional Restaurant at Pendry San Diego

10. One Door North

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