Best Restaurants for Special Occasions in North Park

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AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodFrenchMexican

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East CountySan Diego

Areas

Banker's HillBarrio LoganChula Vista / BonitaCoronadoDowntown / GaslampHarbor Island

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CharmingDog-friendlyFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasions

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90 restaurants available nearby

1. insideOUT

4.8

Exceptional(2453)

€€€€Price: Expensive

• Californian • Hillcrest

Booked 52 times today

insideOUT is Hillcrest's elevated restaurant and lounge, and San Diego's only urban oasis! We are an 18+ venue.Reservations for our upcoming "Sweetheart Experience" are now open! The Experience will be February 5th - 16th!Our menu is curated by Executive Chef Johnny Duran and is updated seasonally to reflect his creative approach to California-Mediterranean inspired fare, using the freshest ingredients provided by our local purveyors.Aside from our impeccable hospitality, insideOUT is known for their over-the-top seasonal experiences. We also provide customized private event planning with venue buyout options. More information can be found on our website.

A photo of Alexander's on 30th restaurant

2. Alexander's on 30th

4.8

Exceptional(3155)

€€€€Price: Expensive

• Italian • North Park

Booked 59 times today

Neighborhood gem located in the heart of the Historic North Park District, adjoining Balboa Park and the world famous San Diego Zoo. Specializing in homestyle Italian with Gourmet Flair. Hand made Pastas, Award Winning Pizza and Voted Best of Restaurants by San Diego Magazine "Most Romantic". Listed as Top 25 Places to Eat in San Diego "Before You Die" by San Diego Union Tribune. Make memorable celebrations on our beautiful patio, the perfect ambiance for any occasion. Remember to try our diners favorites, The Theodore's Fix Pizza and Baked Vodka Bolognese.Look forward to serving you soon!

3. Mister A's

4.8

Exceptional(8814)

€€€€Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary French / American • Downtown

Booked 47 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)

4. Herb & Wood

4.7

Exceptional(6595)

€€€€Price: Expensive

• Californian • Little Italy

Booked 90 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.

5. Coasterra

4.7

Exceptional(7706)

€€€€Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Harbor Island

Booked 107 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 The Prado at Balboa Park restaurant

6. The Prado at Balboa Park

4.6

Exceptional(8005)

€€€€Price: Moderate

• Californian • Downtown

Booked 84 times today

Located in San Diego's Balboa Park, in the Historic House of Hospitality, The Prado offers historic charm and California cuisine.

7. CUCINA urbana

4.7

Exceptional(7151)

€€€€Price: Moderate

• Italian • Banker's Hill

Booked 55 times today

CUCINA urbana is an acclaimed Italian restaurant in San Diego. It's celebrated for its quality food, excellent service, and unique ambiance. Reviewers rave about the 'fantastic wine selection', 'creative chef', and 'fantastic service'. It's the go-to spot for many for special occasions, as one reviewer mentioned, 'Cucina Urbana continues to be our goto restaurant for special occasions'. The restaurant's warm and welcoming environment, coupled with its exquisite food and drinks, make it perfect for any special celebration.

8. C-Level

4.7

Exceptional(5101)

€€€€Price: Expensive

• Cocktail Bar • Downtown

Booked 85 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.

9. Barbusa

4.6

Exceptional(4383)

€€€€Price: Expensive

• Italian • Little Italy

Booked 83 times today

Barbusa is a lively, modern Sicilian restaurant in Little Italy, San Diego. Known for its authentic Italian dishes, craft cocktails, and stone-fired pizza, it's a favorite for celebrating special occasions. Reviews highlight the 'authentic, delicious' food, 'fast service', and 'great atmosphere'. Whether it's for business, family, or a romantic evening, Barbusa delivers an 'exquisite dining experience' with 'outstanding service' and a 'fun atmosphere'.

10. Buona Forchetta

4.7

Exceptional(896)

€€€€Price: Moderate

• Italian • South Park

Booked 62 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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Las Vegas •1 review
5.0
Dined today
Very fun experience, service was friendly and exceptional. Drinks were amazing will definitely come back with friend
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insideOUTPrice: Expensive• Californian• Hillcrest
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4.8
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Cathy
San Diego •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Always a great place for dinner. Love the food, ambience and service. Lovely waitress, Rachel served us last night. Mussels as always are outstanding!! Brought a friend who had not been there and she'll definitely be coming back. Keep it up Alexanders :)
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Alexander's on 30thPrice: Expensive• Italian• North Park
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4.8
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Yogi
Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Very attentive service with excellent recommendations provided
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CoasterraPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Harbor Island
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4.7
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GibsonVIP
Dallas - Fort Worth •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Amazing meal, start to finish. Each course was perfectly executed.
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Herb & WoodPrice: Expensive• Californian• Little Italy
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4.7
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OpenTable Diner
San Diego •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
The staff were friendly and extremely attentive. Of course the views were amazing, but the highlight was our server.
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Mister A'sPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary French / American• Downtown / Gaslamp
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4.8

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