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Top restaurants in Chula Vista, California
Chula Vista means “Beautiful View” in Spanish and does it ever live up to its name. Home to the U.S. Olympic Training Center and the Chula Vista Marina, there is so much to explore in this piece of paradise. From whale watching to shopping, you can really work up an appetite in this city. Once you start feeling peckish, enjoy the vast selection of cuisines throughout the metro area.
Choose from Italian trattorias, Greek buffets, and authentic Indian and Nepalese fare. Once you exit off the 805 East you’ll be surrounded by bustling downtown and vibrant cuisines. You might even discover a new favorite Chinese restaurant in Chula Vista. There is a dish for every occasion, time restraint, and palate. Just search “food near me” and your next adventure awaits.
If you’re in search of a way to wind down for the evening, there are several local craft breweries to choose from downtown and nearby pizza, farm-to-table fare, and a charming bakery. Invite your friends and spend an evening touring the city of beautiful views or order delivery for a date night in. In Chula Vista, you’ve got unlimited options, so dive right in.
Chula Vista's top cuisines
Must-try Chula Vista restaurants
SALADS • SUSHI • RAMEN • NOODLES
Bento & Noodles Eastlake - 2275 Otay Lakes Road Suite 118
2275 Otay Lakes Road Suite 118, Chula Vista
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| Lemon Cilantro Roll | $15.89 |
IN: Avocado, Imitation Crab, Cucumber; OUT: Salmon, Lemon, Cilantro, Sesame; SAUCE: Siracha | |
| Chicken Bowl Large | $8.59 |
Grilled Chicken Thighs, Carrots, Squash With Hot Steamed Rice. Serves With Teriyaki Sauce. | |
| Rainbow Roll | $13.49 |
IN: Avocado, Imitation Crab, Cucumber; OUT: Tuna, Salmon, Sushi Shrimp, Red Snapper, Sesame |
SEAFOOD • FRENCH FRIES
TJ Oyster Bar 3 - Palomar location
601 E Palomar St, Chula Vista
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| Shrimp Taco | $4.00 |
| Smoked Tuna Taco | $4.50 |
| Tuna Fries | $16.00 |
Groundswell Brewing Company - 258 Third Avenue
258 Third Avenue, Chula Vista
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| SUPREME PIZZA | $16.00 |
Sausage, Pepperoni, Bell Pepper, Mushroom, Onion, and Black Olives | |
| SWEET HEAT | $16.00 |
Pepperoni, Sausage, Calabrian Chili, Pickled Garlic, Dried Fig, and Honey | |
| THE PALATE | $18.00 |
Salami, Pickled Veggies, and Habaneros |
El Tianguis - Millenia -
1620 Millenia Ave, Chula Vista
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| Horchata | $3.00 |
| 4 Taquitos | $8.12 |
| Rice | $2.40 |
The Rambler Motel - 225 Bay Blvd.
225 Bay Blvd., Chula Vista
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| Cold Brew | $0.00 |
| Iced Latte | $0.00 |
| Drip | $0.00 |
The Search Bar
881 Showroom Place Suite 100, Chula Vista
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| 8 wings | $15.50 |
8 Wings served with House Ranch Dressing. SAUCES: Search, Dirty Search, Buffalo, Chipotle Lime, Garlic Parmesan, Honey BBQ, Reaper, Wasabi Vinaigrette, Lemon Pepper Extra Sauces: $0.75 | |
| Grilled Chicken Bacon Sandwich | $14.95 |
All Natural Grilled Chicken Breast, Search Sauce Spread, Provolone Cheese, Bacon Lettuce, Tomato, Onion, Pickles - served on a Brioche Bun with French Fries | |
| Gunslinger Burger | $18.95 |
Wagyu Beef, BBQ Spread, Cheddar Cheese, Lettuce, Tomato, Onion, Pickles and Apple Bacon - served on a Brioche Bun with Crinkle French Fries |
The Balboa South
290 Third Avenue, Chula Vista
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| Salt & Pepper Fries | $7.00 |
Hand-Cut, Blanched, Fried Twice And Tossed With Salt and Pepper | |
| The Centennial | $16.85 |
Double Patty, Double Bacon, Double American Cheese, Lettuce, Tomato, Onion, House Made Zesty Aioli | |
| BBQ Bacon Burger | $12.85 |
Grilled Onion, American Cheese, BBQ Sauce |
SANDWICHES • HAMBURGERS • FRENCH FRIES
Grater Grilled Cheese - Chula Vista
2030 Birch Road, Chula Vista
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| L.A Pastrami Grilled Cheese | $12.99 |
Basic5, Pastrami, Chopped Pickles & Deli Mustard. | |
| Pommes Frites Side | $4.19 |
Truffle Fries with Parmesan & Parsley. Served with our made from scratch Grater Ketchup. | |
| Carnivore Grilled Cheese | $12.99 |
Basic 5 Grilled Cheese and the Grater Hamburger Patty made with 100% Angus Beef & Caramelized Onions. Comes with your choice of spread. |
Chula Vista Brewery- Eastlake - 871 Showroom pl ste-102
871 Showroom Pl Ste#102, Chula Vista
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| Chicken Tenders (3) w/Fries | $16.00 |
3 marinated, battered, and fried chicken tenders served with french fries. | |
| Kids Grilled Cheese (American Cheese w/Fries) | $12.00 |
Kids grilled cheese served with french fries. | |
| Club Chicken Sourdough Sandwich w/Fries | $16.00 |
Chicken, bacon jam, lettuce, tomato, onion, Munster cheese, and aioli on toasted sourdough bread. Served with french fries. |
Dolche Cafe - 1096 Broadway Avenue
1096 Broadway, Chula Vista
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| Kids Breakfast | $8.95 |
Scrambled eggs, bacon or sausage links and mini waffle or two mini pancakes. | |
| Los Chiilaquiles | $14.95 |
| Los Divorciados | $15.95 |
Hector's Mariscos - Broadway
1177 Broadway, Chula Vista
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| Taco de Pulpo | $5.95 |
Grilled octopus taco garnished with green mix, pico de gallo, house dressing and avocado. | |
| Coctel de Camaron | $7.95 |
Cooked shrimp, mixed in cold shrimp broth, pico de gallo, cucumber, and lemon juice. Garnished with avocado. | |
| Coctel de Camaron y Pulpo | $7.95 |
Cooked shrimp & octopus, mixed in cold shrimp broth, pico de gallo, cucumber, and lemon juice. Garnished with avocado. |
Karina's Mexican Seafood - Bonita
89 E Bonita Rd, Chula Vista
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| Camarones Cucaracha | $22.00 |
Spicy fried unpeeled shrimp. | |
| Camarones Empanizados | $22.00 |
Breaded shrimp served with rice, salad & tortillas. | |
| Ceviche Karina's | $24.00 |
Our signature ceviche with chopped shrimp, cucumber, avocado & cilantro in Karina’s spicy chile serrano sauce. |
Taco Lounge
1970 Avenida Escaya, Chula Vista
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| Taco Fish (Beer Battered) | $2.99 |
| Taco Asada | $3.79 |
| Taco Birria | $3.79 |
Hector’s Mariscos - Eastlake
2305 Otay Lakes Road, Chula Vista
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| Salsa de Mesa | $0.50 |
4oz. side of our popular salsa fresca. | |
| Taco de Camaron | $4.95 |
Beer battered shrimp taco garnished with green mix, pico de gallo, avocado and house dressing. | |
| Camarones Empanizados | $20.95 |
Sauteed shrimp in tomato sauce, bell peppers, olives, onions and capers. Served with rice, beans, salad and fish broth. |
The Vogue Tavern - 230 Third Ave
230 Third Ave, Chula Vista
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| Bangers & Mash | $13.00 |
Two big bratwurst sausages served on a bed of garlic mashed potatoes covered in brown onion gravy | |
| Chicken Schnitzel | $13.00 |
Tenderized chicken breast battered and fried to order served on a bed of garlic mashed potatos covered in mushroom gravy and capers | |
| Mac & Beer Cheese | $9.00 |
Large Elbow Mac' cooked to order in our house made beer cheese sauce topped with parmesan and panko |
CHINA CHINA RESTAURANT - 386 East H Street, Suite 206-207
386 East H Street, Suite 206-207, Chula Vista
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| Jalapeno Roll | $13.69 |
IN: Avocado, Cucumber, Imitation Crab; OUT: Jalapeno, Spicy Crab, Sesame, DEEP FRIED; SAUCE: Spicy Mayo, Eel Sauce, Siracha | |
| Chicken Bowl Large | $8.19 |
Grilled Chicken Thighs, Carrots, Squash With Hot Steamed Rice. Serves With Teriyaki Sauce. | |
| Egg Roll | $4.69 |
Deep Fried Vegetable Wraps |
SEAFOOD
Ceviche Craft - Millennia
1610 Millenia Ave #102, Chula Vista
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| SMALL Ceviche | $12.95 |
Choose two (2) proteins, one flavor, and select garnishments. | |
| EXTRA TOSTADA | $0.50 |
Chula Vista Brewery - Heart of Downtown Chula Vista
294 3rd Ave, Chula Vista
| Popular items | |
|---|---|
| Mugclub | $70.00 |
Sunday Breakfast Society - 2322 Proctor Valley Road, suite 130
2322 Proctor Valley Road, suite 130, Chula Vista
The FoodFather, Co - 294 Third Ave
294 Third Ave, Chula Vista
SHAKE & MUDDLE - 303 H Street, Suite 109
303 H Street, Suite 109, Chula Vista
Broady's House of Flavors - 1970 Avenida Escaya
1970 Avenida Escaya, Chula Vista
La Central Urban Grille -Beer Garden - 555 Broadway
555 Broadway, Chula Vista
El Pollo Grill - Otay Ranch
2015 Birch Road Suite# 2003, Chula Vista
Freshería - East Palomar - 1750 East Palomar Street
1750 East Palomar Street, Chula Vista
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