San Diego American restaurants you'll love

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Top American restaurants in San Diego, California

If you’re searching for “American food near me” in San Diego, you’re about to embark on a tasty journey. San Diego has a wide variety of locations for American cuisine such as casual burger joints, diners, and steakhouses. From home cooking to delicious upscale dining, there is no shortage of options when it comes to this beachside city.

The beautiful weather is great for takeout in San Diego paired with a stroll on the shores or a morning bike ride before grabbing a fresh-pressed juice. No matter the occasion, there is American fare to enjoy. Take the family out for a nice meal together or offer your employees pastries from the local bakery. Downtown San Diego has cheesesteaks, breakfast, hot dogs, and seafood to choose from.

When you’re through enjoying a delicious meal, head over to one of the many local breweries and taste the unique flavors of San Diego craft beer. Perfect for a beer crawl with friends or a relaxing weekend. If beer isn’t your type of beverage there are plenty of other options like whiskey bars, cideries, wineries, and cocktail bars. There is a lot to enjoy about San Diego, so search for your favorites and discover what’s in store.


Must-try American restaurants in San Diego

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Artifact + Craft Cafe at Mingei - MINGEI

1439 El Prado, San Diego

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San Diego Sliders Food Truck - 909 grand ave Suite 1

909 grand ave Suite 1, San diego

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PIZZA • FISH AND CHIPS • SEAFOOD • SANDWICHES • ICE CREAM • HAMBURGERS

Belmonty's Burgers

3146 Mission Blvd, San Diego

Avg 3.1 (40 reviews)
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U31 - 3112 University Ave

3112 University Ave, San Diego

Avg 4.1 (475 reviews)
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SMOKED SALMON • TAPAS • FRENCH FRIES

Uptown Tavern - Hillcrest

1236 University Ave, San Diego

Avg 4.3 (1642 reviews)
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lips - 3036 El Cajon BLVD

3036 El Cajon BLVD, San Diego

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Neighborhoods within San Diego to explore

Pacific Beach

Avg 4.3 (42 restaurants)

North Park

Avg 4.3 (32 restaurants)

Little Italy

Avg 4.3 (26 restaurants)

Kearny Mesa

Avg 4.4 (25 restaurants)

Gaslamp

Avg 4.3 (21 restaurants)

East Village

Avg 4.5 (17 restaurants)

Hillcrest

Avg 4.4 (17 restaurants)

Point Loma

Avg 4.5 (11 restaurants)

Carmel Valley

Avg 4.7 (9 restaurants)
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La Jolla

Avg 4.4 (88 restaurants)

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Avg 4.4 (72 restaurants)

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Avg 4.1 (41 restaurants)

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Avg 4.5 (36 restaurants)

Coronado

Avg 4.3 (30 restaurants)

Santee

Avg 4.2 (14 restaurants)

Lemon Grove

Avg 4.5 (11 restaurants)

Bonita

Avg 4.5 (10 restaurants)

Spring Valley

Avg 4.7 (9 restaurants)
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