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1. Tom Hams Lighthouse
4.6
Exceptional(6667)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Downtown
Booked 59 times today
Tom Ham’s Lighthouse was built in 1971 by a man who was not afraid to put his name on his product. Rooted in warm welcomes & excellent food, Tom Ham made his lifelong dream a reality. Tom Ham’s Lighthouse is the only restaurant in the US to have a USCG operated & maintained Lighthouse attached to it. You can locate us on any modern nautical map as Beacon #9. Featuring a 100% responsibly resourced seafood menu & award winning Sunday Champagne Brunch, we are a must when it comes to the San Diego food scene. The dining room, purposely shaped like the state of California, allows for groups as grand as 50 yet private enough for a couple’s night out. Holiday brunches have been long time family traditions for many San Diegans. Start your family’s tradition this next holiday. With the best views of the Downtown City Skyline, Coronado & San Diego Bay, Tom Ham's is & remains a San Diego tradition in dining excellence since 1971.
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2. insideOUT
4.8
Exceptional(2322)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Hillcrest
Booked 61 times today
insideOUT is Hillcrest's elevated restaurant and lounge, and San Diego's only urban oasis! We are an 18+ venue.We are excited to announce our highly anticipated Holiday Oasis Experience beginning Thursday, November 7th! Visit our website for additional information under "Happenings."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.
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3. Seneca
4.7
Exceptional(4200)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Downtown
Booked 135 times today
Roman trattorias are a timeless expression of simplicity. Immune to the lure of gastronomic experimentation and ego. In Rome, no chef can cook better than the mothers and grandmothers before them. Our goal is to merge the dogmatic approach of Roman cooking with the amazing abundance of ingredients available to us in San Diego. A True Roman Holiday In SD. A 4% surcharge is added to all guest checks.
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4. Cesarina
4.9
Exceptional(5515)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Ocean Beach
Booked 180 times today
Cesarina is a grandmother, a mother, a daughter—our personification of a nurturer who feeds and cares for her community. From meticulous attention to detail and fresh ingredients to the warm and inviting atmosphere, this restaurant is a celebration of the power of food and family.
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5. Juniper & Ivy
4.6
Exceptional(8043)
Price: Expensive
• Unspecified • Little Italy
Booked 91 times today
Juniper & Ivy is a blast, with a menu that's as creative as it is delicious. Reviews rave about the 'inventive food', 'interesting decor', and 'thoughtfully curated ambiance'. It's a spot where you can try new things, like a 'reworking of old culinary favorites'. Plus, the service is top-notch, making it an unforgettable dining experience. The restaurant's commitment to using locally sourced, seasonal ingredients is another feather in its cap. It's a must-visit for foodies and anyone who loves a cool vibe.
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6. Coasterra
4.6
Exceptional(7577)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Harbor Island
Booked 99 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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7. Barbusa
4.6
Exceptional(4311)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Little Italy
Booked 113 times today
Barbusa Local Modern Sicilian Restaurant.Lively atmosphere with our craft cocktails, handmade pastas, freshest seafood, delicate pizza, and our famous Sicilian Ribeye.Pizza Served from our stone fired oven.Gluten free and Vegan Items AvailableWHILE WE VALUE THE TIME OF ALL OUR LOYAL GUEST AND SMILING FACES, WE KINDLY REQUEST YOU LIMIT THE TIME SPENT AT YOUR TABLE TO 1 HOUR AND 30 MIN DUE TO MANDATED REDUCTION IN CAPACITY. THANK YOU FOR YOUR UNDERSTANDING AND SUPPORT, WE COULDNT BE MORE THRILLED TO HAVE YOU DINE WITH US!
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8. Herb & Wood
4.7
Exceptional(6476)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Little Italy
Booked 104 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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9. C-Level
4.7
Exceptional(4917)
Price: Moderate
• Cocktail Bar • Downtown
Booked 119 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.
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10. Ironside Fish & Oyster
4.5
Awesome(4553)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Little Italy
Booked 133 times today
Little Italy was built by the fishing industry. Ironside attempts to continue that narrative. It's our contemporary interpretation of the classic fish house and oyster bar. Located in a historic auction house on India St we did a full comprehensive restoration of the building, with three open-air culinary hubs featuring an expansive raw bar, chefs table, and bakery. We tried to be mindful of the past while looking towards the future. A 4% surcharge will be added to all guest checks.Ironside is now taking reservations for patio and dining room seating. We are now offering Happy Hour MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY FROM 3:00PM - 5:00PM.
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  • Dan
    New York City •1 review
    5.0
    Dined today
    Having eaten lunch at Seneca 3 years ago I was keen to go back for dinner and the evening did not disappoint. Excellent service, food and ambience. A little loud but overall excellent
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    SenecaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Downtown / Gaslamp
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    4.7
  • DonnaVIP
    Upstate New York •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    This was one of the best meals we have ever had! The food and presentation was outstanding! Kudos to Chef Kinsella for his unique preparation of classic dishes!
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    Juniper & IvyPrice: Expensive• Unspecified• Little Italy
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    4.6
  • Betsy
    New York City •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    This was our first time at Cesarina, and it won’t be our last! The pastas were absolutely outstanding—I especially loved my Arrabiatissima with malfalde and guanciale—and the table-side-made tiramisu was the best we’ve ever had. We loved the ambiance of the outside patio. Everything was splendid and the staff worked tirelessly and successfully to create a festive environment. Can’t wait to return!
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    CesarinaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Ocean Beach
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    4.9
  • Yolanda
    San Diego •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Everything was perfect. From the ease of OpenTable reservations , communication via messages to walking in to see the hostess. The seating was absolutely beautiful and atmosphere gorgeous. Just as expected then more. The food and drinks were amazingly delicious!
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    insideOUTPrice: Expensive• Californian• Hillcrest
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    4.8
  • Shiela
    San Francisco Bay Area •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Awesome experience as always. We love this place. The food, service and ambiance were excellent. Our server was very attentive and friendly. Highly recommend this place👍
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    Tom Hams LighthousePrice: Expensive• Seafood• Downtown / Gaslamp
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    4.6

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