San Diego restaurants you'll love
Top restaurants in San Diego, California
San Diego is one of California's top tourist destinations. Brimming with attractions like whale watching, The San Diego Zoo, vibrant arts & culture, and a wide selection of cuisines, this beachside city has everything. Just past San Diego University, there are tons of things to do and restaurants to enjoy. No matter what kind of cuisine you’re looking for, you can bet San Diego delivers.
Enjoy food from across the world when you tour the city. Italian, Mexican, Japanese, Korean, and American are all on the menu. Visit Little Italy to taste the authentic flavors or Downtown San Diego for everything from burgers to steak. Visit a local coffee shop for your morning cup of joe and enjoy walking the bustling streets of the city. Enjoy a quick lunch off Broadway or visit a local ramen restaurant. There is so much to see and taste from breakfast to dinner.
Ready for a night out? San Diego is famous for its beer tours and has been labeled “America’s Craft Beer Capital.” If beer isn’t your favorite, there are lovely wineries with tastings and cideries too. No matter how you choose to spend your time, there’s something for everyone in San Diego.
San Diego's top cuisines
Must-try San Diego restaurants
Harland - South Park
2953 Beech Street, San Diego
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Bodega Breakfast Sandwich | $0.00 |
English muffin, Over-hard egg, Canadian bacon, American Cheese, Chipotle Mayonnaise, Salsa Verde | |
Market Salad | $10.00 |
Kale, Persian Cucumber, Chickpeas, Marinated Cherry tomatoes, Lemon Shallot Vinaigrette | |
Protein Bowl | $17.00 |
Roasted Chicken, Cilantro Rice, Black Beans, Avocado, Guaca Sauce |
Cocina 35 Otay Mesa - 9335 Airway Rd #112
9335 Airway Rd #112, San Diego
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MERCADO | $16.75 |
Salsa verde topped with crispy CARNITA’S LIGHT. For better Quality and Crunchiness all chilaquiles are served Deconstructed .. Please follow instructions on the package! | |
CREMOSOS | $16.75 |
Creamy chipotle topped with GRILLED CHICKEN. For better Quality and Crunchiness all chilaquiles may be served Deconstructed .. Please follow instructions on the package! | |
EL PATRON | $18.75 |
OUR BEST SELLER! Choice of regular chilaquiles, 2 eggs, beans and cajeta toast. |
Moe Coffee - Little Italy
2542 State Street, San Diego
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Bacon Breakfast Sandwich | |
Bacon with whole cage-free eggs and provolone cheese, on a sourdough english muffin | |
Latte | $0.00 |
A latte is a coffee drink made with espresso and steamed milk. Latte is the short form of the Italian caffe latte, which means milk coffee. It is milkier than a cappuccino. | |
Blueberry | |
Oats soaked in dairy-free mylk blended with real food. Ready-to-eat. No prep needed. One of our bestsellers. We blend wild blueberries with our creamy coconut mylk to deliver an antioxidant-filled, fruity treat. A full flavor experience with nutrients that pack a punch. |
Donna Jean
2949 Fifth Ave, San Diego
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IF THESE TREES COULD TALK | $22.00 |
Bomba calabrese, mozzarella, roasted broccolini, fennel sausage spiced tempeh, bay leaf syrup. | |
FRITTATA | $18.00 |
Just Egg, zhoug, onions, mixed greens, shaved root vegetables, pickled onions, mozzarella (gluten free)(nuts/onions/garlic) | |
#1 CRUSH | $20.00 |
Crushed tomato, mozzarella, parmesan, basil, oregano, basil. |
Phatties Bake Shop - 4143 Voltair ave
4143 Voltair ave, San Diego
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Plain Bagel | $5.00 |
Vegan and gluten free | |
Limoncello Raspberry Donut | $6.00 |
Tangy Lemon cake donut topped with raspberry American buttercream. Decorated with pink pearls and a fresh raspberry. Vegan and gluten free | |
Chocolate Oreo Donut | $6.00 |
Vegan and gluten free Chocolate cake donut dipped in Vanilla Icing and topped with crumbled Oreo |
Marie Callender's La Mesa
6950 Alvarado Rd., San Diego
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Whole Apple Pie | $17.99 |
Tart sliced apples, sweetened and lightly-spiced with cinnamon. | |
Whole Banana Cream Pie | $19.99 |
An all-time favorite! Rich vanilla cream and fresh ripe bananas. Topped with fresh whipped cream. | |
Whole Cherry Pie | $18.99 |
With juicy, tart, red cherries. |
Giovanni's Italian Restaurant
5277 Linda Vista Rd, San Diego
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12" Works | $18.00 |
Pepperoni + Sausage + Mushroom + Onion + Olive | |
Full Chicken Parm | $13.00 |
Marinara + Mozzarella | |
Full House Salad | $10.00 |
Mixed Greens + Tomatoes + Cucumber + Red Onions + Pepperoncinis |
Froggy's
954 Turquoise Street, San Diego
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Froggy Burger | $15.95 |
Lettuce, tomato, red onion, house sauce, brioche bun, and pickle | |
House Cut Fries | $7.95 |
A Basket Of Fries Topped With Sea Salt | |
7 Pieces Wings | $12.95 |
Naked, Cajun dry wings, buffalo and pineapple teriyaki, ranch, or blue cheese, carrots, and celery |
SMOKED SALMON • FRENCH FRIES
Trust Restaurant
3752 Park Blvd, San Diego
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Wood Grilled Cauliflower | $18.00 |
raisins, mint, serrano aioli, black lentils, cilantro, curry vinaigrette | |
Fried Chicken Sandwich | $17.00 |
cabbage, mayo, ssäm sauce, cilantro, house chili-pickles, trg bun, fries | |
Wood Grilled Burger | $17.00 |
asiago cheese, bacon-tomato jam, pickled onions, arugula, trg bun, fries |
PIZZA • PASTA
Siamo Napoli
3959 30th St, San Diego
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Cesar | $14.00 |
Because, why not? | |
Contadina | $19.00 |
Pomodoro sauce, mozzarella house fennel sausage with mixed mushrooms. | |
Margherita | $18.00 |
Authentic Neapolitan style pizza (Pomodoro sauce, mozzarella and basil, EVO Oil. ) |
SALADS
The Rose Wine Bar
2215 30th St, San Diego
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ROSE SALAD | $12.00 |
Mixed greens, candied almonds, radish, champagne-citrus vinaigrette | |
SALAD PIE | $17.00 |
a white pie with The Rose salad | |
BURGER | $20.00 |
Niman Ranch beef, grilled onion, gruyere, chimichurri aioli, house pickles + choice of side *medium unless specified |
Grater Grilled Cheese
9450 Scranton Road, San Diego
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Grater Fries | $4.19 |
Truffle Fries with Parmesan & Parsley. Served with our made from scratch Grater Ketchup. | |
The Philly Grilled Cheese | $11.99 |
Basic 5 Grilled Cheese with Seasoned Sirloin Steak, Roasted Red Peppers and Grilled Onions. Comes with your choice of Aioli. | |
Basic 5 | $8.99 |
Our Grater 5 Cheese Blend on Artisan Sourdough Bread. Comes with your choice of spread. |
Pummaro - 1101 Scott St
1101 Scott St, San Diego
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M'Briacona | $17.50 |
Smoked buffalo mozzarella, Gorgonzola cheese, Italian sausage, shaved Parmesan cheese, and red wine | |
Pepperoni | $15.00 |
Tomato sauce, pepperoni, and mozzarella cheese | |
Capricciosa | $17.00 |
Tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, ham, mushrooms, artichokes, and olives |
Rosemarie's- Pacific Beach
3852 Mission Boulevard, San Diego
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Nashville Hot Chicken | $8.50 |
Marinated & deep fried chicken thigh + house-made duck fat Nashville hot sauce | |
RosieMac | $14.00 |
We’ve perfected the double-double + two of our signature wagyu patties stacked tall + onion confit + American cheese + Kewpie mayo + house special sauce | |
The Munchies | $8.50 |
Marinated & deep fried chicken thigh + chef’s special wildflower honey buffalo sauce + ranch drizzle + blue cheese crumbles + Kewpie mayo |
Burgeon at The Arbor
1326 KETTNER BLVD, San Diego
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Far and Near - 4pk | $17.20 |
LOADS of Nectaron, Superdelic, Motueka, NZ Cascade, Riwaka, Nelson, Citra, Mosaic & Mosaic Cryo give this beer a hop-forward character with dynamic NZ aromas & flavors, while still being super crushable and refreshing. Collab w/ Everywhere Beer Co. 6.4% ABV You must be 21 or Older to Order Beer | CRV Included | |
West By Northwest - 4pk | $14.20 |
West by Northwest gives a nice hoppy punch with a satisfyingly clean finish at 5.6% ABV from heaps of Mosaic, Citra, Amarillo & Tettnang. Collab w/ Cloudburst Brewing. You must be 21 or Older to Order Beer | CRV Included | |
Winter Harvest Salad | $11.00 |
mixed greens | radicchio | goat cheese | dried cranberries | butternut squash | roasted chickpeas | balsamic vinagrette | V | VE no cheese | GF |
Ali's Chicken & Waffles
1139 Sixth Avenue, San Diego
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Original Chicken Sandwich | $7.00 |
Buttermilk fried chicken, pickles with Ali's Sauce spread. | |
Home Chicken Sandwich | $7.00 |
Buttermilk fried chicken smothered in East-African clarified butter, herbed mayo spread and tomato slices. | |
Combo #1 | $11.50 |
Two pieces of strips, a waffle or fries, with a sauce of your choice on the side. |
Xin Chao Eatery
3545 Del Mar Heights Road Suite C5, San Diego
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Eggrolls | $0.00 |
Bone Marrow Starter (2) | $14.00 |
Banh Mi Tofu | $12.00 |
The Taco Stand - Downtown SD
645 B ST, SAN DIEGO
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POLLO ASADO TACO | $3.29 |
FLAME GRILLED CHICKEN, CILANTRO, ONIONS, GUACAMOLE, SALSA MILD | |
CALIFORNIA BURRITO | $8.89 |
FLAME GRILLED ANGUS STEAK (100% CERTIFIED ANGUS BEEF), MELTED CHEESE, TOMATO, FRIES, GUACAMOLE, SALSA MILD, SOUR CREAM | |
BAJA TACO | $3.50 |
BATTERED FISH, CABBAGE, TOMATO, ONION, CILANTRO, CHIPOTLE SALSA |
Tacaliente Mexican Grill
1266 University Avenue, San Diego
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Birria Taco | $5.49 |
Onion and cilantro | |
Street Tacos | $7.99 |
1 choice of protein, onion. cilantro, and guacamole | |
Chimichanga | $14.99 |
Crispy burrito with shredded beef or chicken, beans, and cheese topped with guacamole, sour cream, cheese, lettuce, and pico de gallo |
Tanuki Sake Bar
4191 ADAMS AVE, San Diego
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Vegetable Roll | $10.00 |
Avocado, cucumber, green onion, lettuce, yamagobo, & asparagus | |
Sunomono | $6.00 |
cucumber salad lightly seasoned in sweet vinegar | |
Hamachi Jalapeno Roll | $16.00 |
Inside: avocado, cucumber, & cilantro. Top: hamachi & jalapeno |
Park Commons
9645 Scranton Road, San Diego
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Hot Chicken Sandwich | $14.00 |
Nashville Hot Sauce, Pickled Jalapenos, and Creamy Coleslaw (Allergies: Garlic/Bulb and Gluten) | |
Hummus | $6.50 |
House Made Hummus & Naan (Allergies: Gluten, Garlic/Bulb) | |
Falafel Plate | $15.00 |
saffron rice, hummus, naan, schug, kale tabbouleh, tahina beets, and pickled vegetables |
Kairoa Brewing Company - University Heights
4601 Park Blvd, San Diego
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Vegan Mac + Cheese | $12.00 |
Housemade Vegan Cheese Sauce (spices, serranos, coconut milk, nutritional yeast), Topped with Panko and Grated "Parmesan" Allergens: Allium, tree nut Dietary Notes: Gluten Free Vegan | |
Holy Ghost Sando | $19.50 |
Tangy Mustard Slaw, Pickled Red Onion, Brioche Bun, Pickles Holy Ghost Pepper Aioli. Can Make Hotter with Oz's Chili Oil! Allergens: Allium, Gluten Dietary Notes: Spicy. Tangy Mustard and Ghost Aioli Are Soy Based. | |
Vegan Kali Burger | $20.00 |
Special Blend Patty, Cabot white cheddar, Kairoa secret sauce, beet jam, Bibb lettuce, sliced tomato, on a brioche bun. Served with fries or salad. |
PIZZA • SALADS • SANDWICHES • HOT DOGS
Rockets Pizza and Subs - 5151 Waring Rd
5151 Waring Rd, San Diego
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18" Supreme Pie | $23.00 |
Crushed Tomato Sauce, Mozzarella, Pepperoni, Sausage, Red Onion, Mushroom, Pickled Bell Pepper, Black Olive | |
Chicken Caesar Salad | $11.00 |
Romaine Lettuce, Chicken, Parmesean Cheese, Croutons, Caesar Dressing | |
Garlic Parmesan Knots | $7.00 |
8pcs, Butter, Old School Seasoning, Garlic, Parmesan w/ Marinara |
RAMEN
Buta Japanese Ramen - 5201 Linda Vista Rd #103
5201 Linda Vista Road unit 103, San Diego
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Avocado tempura | $7.95 |
Avocado cooked in. tempura style with sweet soy sauce | |
Spicy Red Buta | $17.95 |
pork bone broth with spicy red miso, spicy minced pork, chashu, bean spourt, wood ear fungus, green onion, chili oil. | |
Tahini Old School | $15.95 |
pork bone broth with sesame paste, chashu pork belly, wood ear fungus, seaweed, green onion, soft boiled egg |
The Village - San Diego
2611 El Cajon Boulevard, San Diego
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Arroz Con Mole | $15.50 |
Mushroom Fajitas | $18.00 |
Strawberry Slice | $7.00 |
Java Earth Coffee - Pacific Beach
4978 Cass St., San Diego
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So Cal Burrito | $12.50 |
EGGS, JACK CHEESE, HASH BROWN, AND CHOICE OF BACON, SAUSAGE OR AVOCADO | |
Classic | $9.50 |
EGGS, BACON, AND CHEDDAR, SERVED ON A BAGEL | |
Soy Chorizo Burrito | $12.50 |
EGGS, SOY CHORIZO, JACK CHEESE, AVOCADO, AND HASH BROWN. COMES WITH SIDE OF TORTILLAS |
Prince Street Pizza - San Diego - 415 Market Street
415 Market Street, San Diego
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The Original Prince Pizza - 18" | $27.00 |
Marinara, fresh mozzarella. | |
PSP - Caesar | $10.00 |
House Greens, PSP Pepperoni, Pecorino Romano, Seasoned Croutons, Fresh Black Pepper, Caesar Dressing. | |
The Sunset Square | $36.50 |
Sweet Marinara, Fresh Mozzarella, Shredded Mozzarella, Pecorino Romano , Garlic, EVO. (Serves 3-4) |
Taco Surf PB
4657 Mission Blvd, San Diego
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Build Your Own California Burrito | $13.46 |
On a Flour Tortilla | |
Build Your Own Veggie Burrito | $10.67 |
Starts with vegetarian pinto beans on a Flour tortilla | |
Chicken Quesadilla | $11.14 |
Shredded chicken and cheese |
Homestyle Hawaiian Tierresanta
10601 Tierrasanta Blvd, San Diego
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Lava Chicken | $14.00 |
Panko crusted, fried and served with side of our famous Lava Sauce. | |
Spam Musubi | $3.50 |
A slab of rice topped with Teri Spam and wrapped in seaweed. | |
Korean Chicken | $15.00 |
Marinated chicken coated in a crunchy batter, deep-fried, and served with HH's signature Lava Sauce. |