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insideOUT, San Diego, CA

insideOUT

4.8
4.8
2467 Reviews
$31 to $50
Californian

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2 people
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
19:00
Booked 48 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Lively
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.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Californian, Mediterranean, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00–15:00 Bar Tue–Thu 16:00–22:30 Fri 16:00–00:00 Sat 10:00–23:45 Dinner Tue–Thu 16:00–21:30 Fri 16:00–22:00 Sat 17:00–22:00
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Johnny Duran
  • Private party facilities
    insideOUT® features unique indoor and outdoor semi-private event spaces, as well as a full venue buyout option. It all starts with an idea! Let our Private Events Manager, Christine Kerns, elevate it for you. Please contact christine@insideoutsd.com for more details and walk-throughs.
  • Delivery & takeout

What 2,467 people are saying

insideOUT reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • San Diego

    Californian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
InsideOUT offers a captivating dining experience with "great ambiance" and "beautiful decor". Guests consistently praise the "attentive service" and "delicious food". The themed seasonal decorations add a unique flair, making it perfect for special occasions. While the menu could be more varied, the overall atmosphere and presentation make it a standout choice.
2,467 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    Las Vegas1 review

    4.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Ambience was on par, loved it. Food was average, did not have many vegetarian options. I ended up having Cesar salad, grilled veggies and garlic bread.

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  2. Omar

    San Diego2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Awesome experience, definitely going again overall highly recommend❤️‍🔥

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  3. Hilldoc VIP

    Coastal Georgia57 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    2nd time here and loved it! Glossy and delightful! The staff are so kind and they make me smile! The decor needs no overt praise it’s simply amazing! Charcuterie board is excellent, I also judge by the presence of true honeycomb so thanks! the iO onion dip and chips is a must. Mocktails and cocktails are equally delicious and presented well. Bbq shrimp was excellent flavor, moderate spice and a great portion! Get the caramel cheesecake it’s more of a mousse and is fantastic! Just do it. See y’all next time!

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely magical inside. The service was great!!

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous decor! Great wait staff! Food was delicious! So fun!

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Philadelphia2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful restaurant with great service. I didn’t try the drinks, but heard they were delicious. Right now it is decorated for spring and it is a very floral space. Usually, I’m not a fan of artificial flowers, but here, they actually worked, adding to the uplifting and charming vibe. I’m giving the food a 4 - not bad, but not as delicious as I’d hoped.

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  7. Sydney

    San Diego1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely stunning! All the workers are so very kind! I don’t remember the name of our server I wish I did but he was amazing and on top of it(might edit later if I remember his name) they are very welcoming and seem very excited that you are there. My boyfriend got the sea bass, and I absolutely don’t like fish but I tried it and I would only eat that fish dish I swear haha! They also offered blankets because it was a little chilly! Amazing experience and I’m so glad I was able to come here! Very good for a calm and beautiful birthday dinner!

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and great service. I had a reservation & they reminded me about the parking issue on Sundays due to the Farmers Market which was helpful. We were there for brunch and had Loco Moco, Kahlua Pork benedict, a brunch burger & french toast. Everyone was happy!

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  9. Jernoe VIP

    San Diego3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food, awesome atmosphere, and outstanding service as usual! Love the consistent excellence.

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  10. Vicki VIP

    San Diego10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The spring theme was beautiful! Excellent food and Josh took great care of us!

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insideOUT is rated 4.8 stars by 2467 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
19:00
Booked 48 times today
Google Map for insideOUT

1642 University Ave, Suite 100, San Diego, CA 92103

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Centre Street
  • Area
    Hillcrest
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00–15:00 Bar Tue–Thu 16:00–22:30 Fri 16:00–00:00 Sat 10:00–23:45 Dinner Tue–Thu 16:00–21:30 Fri 16:00–22:00 Sat 17:00–22:00
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Californian, Mediterranean, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    https://accesshillcrest.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Johnny Duran
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    insideOUT® features unique indoor and outdoor semi-private event spaces, as well as a full venue buyout option. It all starts with an idea! Let our Private Events Manager, Christine Kerns, elevate it for you. Please contact christine@insideoutsd.com for more details and walk-throughs.
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