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A photo of Tahona Bar restaurant
4.5
Awesome(621)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Old Town
Booked 10 times today
We are welcoming OpenTable online reservations for up to 6 guest for indoor and outdoor dining!Parties of 7 or more, please email our large party coordinator at zach@tahonabar.comWelcome to Tahona! We are the first mezcal bar and tasting room in San Diego. In our restaurant, we invite you to taste our incredible craft cocktails and our amazing contemporary Mexican cuisine featuring Oaxacan bites. In our tasting room, we welcome you to indulge on a mezcal tasting experience! We are located next one of the most iconic historical landmark: the Campo Santo Cemetery in Old Town. Inside Tahona, you will be transported to a modern Mexican hacienda designed with hand painted tiles, handmade rope seats, traditionally crafted fabric brought from Oaxaca, hand clayed walls and more.We also have a cozy covered outdoor patio dining experience so you will have the choice to dine inside our hacienda or on the streets of Old Town!
A photo of Trattoria Don Pietro restaurant
4.5
Awesome(795)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Old Town
Booked 7 times today
Thanks to Trattoria Don Pietro, there is finally something new and fresh happening in Old Town. After spending a lifetime of cooking Italian food and a few years in LA learning from the best restaurants in the industry, Pietro is finally ready to roll up his sleeves and show San Diego his take on traditional Italian cuisine with a trendy twist. Between our groundbreaking Italian menu, wisteria garden patio ambiance, and over-the-top cocktails, we stand alone as the most instagrammable restaurant in San Diego. Come stop by today and experience our delicate balance of tradition and trend.
A photo of El Agave restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(2468)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Old Town
Booked 28 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.
A photo of Miguel's Cocina - Old Town restaurant
4.5
Awesome(28)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Old Town
Booked 9 times today
The Freshest, Best-Tasting, Cali-Inspired Mexican Food. Our full-service, sit-down restaurant is the best spot to bring the whole family to savor handmade tortillas, mouthwatering salsas, and our famous creamy jalapeno white sauce.
A photo of Casa De Freds, Tacos y Tequila restaurant
4.4
Awesome(319)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Old Town
Booked 3 times today
ABOUT FREDS OLD TOWN | Since 2001, Casa de Freds in Old Town has been bringing the fiesta to San Diego. Freds is the place for amigos - both new and old - to have a great time while enjoying quality food, fresh margaritas and a festive atmosphere. The menu offers a wide variety of delicious, Baja-infused selections that are made from fresh, high-quality ingredients. The vibrant decor and great music provide a unique dining experience right in the heart of historic Old Town. The restaurant offers plenty of versatility for groups of many sizes. The large outdoor patio is dog friendly, so bring in your furry friends and check out the doggy menu! The outdoor bar is a fantastic spot to enjoy the San Diego sun, whether you are here for the weekend or live down the street. Freds newly renovated Fiesta Cantina is the perfect place to watch your favorite sporting events. The Cantina also offers daily specials that will keep your tummies, glasses and pockets full. Thanks Amigo!
A photo of Jack & Giulio's Italian Restaurant restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(1161)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Old Town
Booked 8 times today
Jack and Giulio's Italian restaurant has remained a favorite of San Diegans for many years. This popular restaurant, formerly known as Giulio's of Pacific Beach, has proudly served the "Best Scampi" since 1961. In addition to this popular dish, this family-owned and operated restaurant offers many homemade pastas, veal, poultry, beef, and seafood specialties.
A photo of Old Town Tequila Factory Restaurant & Cantina restaurant
3.9
Excellent(1142)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Old Town
Booked 10 times today
Located across from Heritage Park overlooking San Diego's Historic Old Town, the Old Town Tequila Factory Restaurant & Cantina is a panoramic spot to enjoy rooftop dining, great Margaritas and delicious authentic Mexican food, prepared from old world recipes. The Tequila Factory is open for Lunch and Dinner on Saturday & Sunday, Best of Sunday Champagne Brunch and Happy Hour on the Tequila Terrace overlooking Old Town and the City Lights below... We offer a variety of unique venues such as a Sports Bar, Cigar & Tequila Terrace and our Veranda del Sol.Bring Friends, Family and Your Appetite to the uniquely San Diego Old Town Tequila Factory Restaurant & Cantina. Always Free Parking.
A photo of Pizza Bella Italian Bistro restaurant
4.5
Awesome(8)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Old Town
Booked 2 times today
Pizza Bella Italian Bistro, also known as “Old Town’s Best Kept Secret,” isn’t exactly in the heart of Old Town, but people will definitely go a little out of the heart to taste and experience their deliciousness!You can sample a variety of popular Italian dishes from traditional spaghetti to stuffed tortellini to cheesy bread to their award winning pizza.For over forty years Pizza Bella has offered authentic Italian cuisine that has been praised by locals and national food critics alike and has been.written about in six national write ups.
A photo of Rockin Baja Lobster Old Town restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(1872)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Old Town
Booked 24 times today
Rockin' Baja is a full service and fun Mexican-Seafood restaurant that offers uniquely prepared Baja style seafood presented in rustic steel buckets. We created a diverse menu filled with exceptionally great, finger lickin’ good fun food delivered fresh to your table daily. Kick back, drink an ice cold beer or margarita, enjoy a shot of tequila and experience all the good times that are Rockin’ Baja.
A photo of Cosmopolitan Restaurant restaurant
4.0
Excellent(342)
Price: Moderate
• American • Old Town
Don't miss this an opportunity to join us at The Cosmopolitan Restaurant & Hotel. Currently, we are open for Special Events & Holidays, only. The Cosmopolitan Hotel & Restaurant is a Victorian style boutique hotel in the heart of Old Town, San Diego. The Hotel boasts a beautiful outdoor garden restaurant setting and is equipped with 1800's Victorian style indoor Sala's. We look forward to hosting you on your next event and hope you will join us for one of our beautiful Holiday dining experiences.

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  • Brenda
    San Diego •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Great atmosphere, great service, and delicious food 🙌
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    Miguel's Cocina - Old TownPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Old Town
    4.5
  • James
    Los Angeles •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    This Is Jim (Jaimito) I am a regular here. I visit once a month. This place rocks. The staff, Fernando, Maite, Beto, Juan Carlos are all the most awesome people and friendly, exceptional customer service. The food is amazing and the tequila is great! Thank you!!
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    El AgavePrice: Moderate• Mexican• Old Town
    4.7
  • Randyvip
    San Diego •39 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    The food at Tahona was some of the best I’ve had. Very carefully prepared, creative without being pretentious. Lots of authentic flavors, definitely not your typical Mexican food. They explain about the sourcing of the ingredients, and it was just an awesome experience. (The Pozole was the “hidden gem”, very different from anything I’ve ever had, and it was fantastic.)
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    Tahona BarPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Old Town
    4.5
  • Donna
    San Diego •14 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    We made last minute reservation and enjoyed a quiet lunch. We have always like going to Fred’s as it is a festival environment and fun to be there and hear the music and laughter of others. This time it was quiet due to it being a Monday afternoon and not much going on in the area. The food was very tasty and service great. And it was pleasant and relaxful to enjoy lunch in the unusual quiet environment . DJ
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    Casa De Freds, Tacos y TequilaPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Old Town
    4.4
  • Kelly
    San Diego •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on 7 Dec 2024
    Our server was very aware of what we needed and saw to it we had full water glasses. She had excellent recommendations. Everyone loved what they ordered. We had lasagna, fettuccine, and steak. We started with bruschetta, Caesar salad, and arancini. We made reservations, I would recommend doing that.
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    Trattoria Don PietroPrice: Moderate• Italian• Old Town
    4.5
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