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Best Romantic Restaurants in Old Town

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A photo of Tahona Bar restaurant
4.5
Awesome(616)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Old Town
Booked 12 times today
Tahona Bar is the perfect spot for a romantic evening. With its unique Mexican hacienda design, it transports you to a cozy, intimate setting. The reviews rave about the 'cute ambiance', 'great service', and 'delicious food and drinks'. The 'creative and delicious cocktails' and 'fantastic chocolate flan' are also mentioned as a highlight. Whether you're enjoying the 'spectacular' food, 'live music', or 'flamenco', or simply savoring the 'spectacular' food, it's clear that Tahona Bar is a hit for a romantic evening out.
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4.5
Awesome(794)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Old Town
Booked 5 times today
Trattoria Don Pietro is the go-to spot for romantic dinners in San Diego. It's not just the delicious Italian cuisine that's talked about in the reviews, but the overall ambiance. Patrons have described the restaurant as having a 'romantic environment', 'adorable ambiance', and 'sexy ambiance'. The wisteria garden patio, heat lamps, and attractive lighting create an intimate and perfect setting for a date night. The reviews consistently mention the great service and delicious food, adding to the overall romantic experience.
A photo of Jack & Giulio's Italian Restaurant restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(1158)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Old Town
Booked 5 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 Seneca restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(4120)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Downtown / Gaslamp
Booked 99 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.
A photo of Cesarina restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(5452)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Ocean Beach
Booked 168 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.
A photo of Coasterra restaurant
4.5
Awesome(7532)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Harbor Island
Booked 55 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 insideOUT restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(2259)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Hillcrest
Booked 71 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.
A photo of Juniper & Ivy restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(8005)
Price: Expensive
• Unspecified • Little Italy
Booked 79 times today
Juniper & Ivy is the perfect spot for a romantic evening. With its cozy, inviting ambiance and excellent service, it creates a warm and welcoming environment for couples. As one reviewer put it, it's 'very good for romantic dinners' and another noted the 'great ambience and very romantic' setting. The high-quality, innovative food and award-winning wine list also contribute to the romantic atmosphere, making it a popular choice for special occasions.
A photo of Island Prime restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(8314)
Price: Moderate
• Steakhouse • Downtown / Gaslamp
Booked 60 times today
Resting on stilts atop San Diego Bay, Island Prime overlooks the city skyline and Coronado.
A photo of Herb & Wood restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(6429)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Little Italy
Booked 75 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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  • Vincentvip
    Washington, D.C. Area •69 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    We chose Cesarina because they make their own pasta in-house as well as their sauces and everything else. Wow - what a great meal! We waited at the bar overlooking the pasta being made so when we were seated, we decided to start with a ravioli and separately, carpaccio. Both were outstanding with some type of truffle oil over the tender carpaccio making it fantastic! We had the Norma sauce (with eggplant) with pasta and the meaty Mafalde al Sugo Napoletano with ribs and sausage and it was made perfectly! We were too stuffed for dessert and boxed up the leftover but will definitely return.
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    CesarinaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Ocean Beach
    4.9
  • Mike
    Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    The service was top notch and the food was great. The view was fabulous. We went for my 34 year anniversary and it was fantastic. I highly recommend it.
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    SenecaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Downtown / Gaslamp
    4.7
  • johnvip
    Chicago / Illinois •26 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    We have dined at Jack and Giuliano’s for more than 20 years. Everything on the menu is outstanding. Decent wine list and full bar.
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    Jack & Giulio's Italian RestaurantPrice: Moderate• Italian• Old Town
    4.7
  • David
    Los Angeles •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    Charming restaurant and bar in old town. Sat at the friendly bar, and enjoyed a cocktail, and a flight of great mezcal along with Tacos, and house special guacamole and chips/salsas. All food was presented nicely and was fresh and delicious. Very fun place.
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    Tahona BarPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Old Town
    4.5
  • Girija
    Corpus Christi / McAllen •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on 19 Nov 2024
    Great food, great service and beautiful decor! Came here for my birthday and loved it. So happy I did! :)
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    Trattoria Don PietroPrice: Moderate• Italian• Old Town
    4.5

Discover best romantic restaurants in Old Town

Embark on a romantic culinary journey in the heart of San Diego's historic Old Town. This charming locale is a treasure trove of dining establishments that offer an intimate and romantic atmosphere, perfect for date nights or special occasions. From authentic Mexican haciendas to cozy Italian trattorias, each restaurant in Old Town provides a unique blend of delicious cuisine and a warm, inviting ambiance. Patrons frequently praise the combination of great food, exceptional service, and enchanting settings that make each dining experience truly memorable. Whether you're enticed by rooftop views, garden patios, or traditional candlelit tables, Old Town's restaurant scene excels in creating the perfect backdrop for a romantic evening. Dive into a world of flavorful dishes and charming atmospheres where every meal is an opportunity to create lasting memories with someone special.

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