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.

Must-try San Diego restaurants

SALADS • SANDWICHES • HAMBURGERS • FRENCH FRIES

Dunedin New Zealand Eats

3501 30th St, San Diego

Avg 4.6 (1596 reviews)

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-Steak & Caesar	$22.00
romaine, anchovy, fried capers croutons, parmesan
Skinny Fries	$8.50
sweet pepper seasoning
-Salmon & Kale	$18.50
blackened salmon, kale, jicama, peppers

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Urge American Gastropub

16761 Bernardo Center Dr M1, San Diego

Avg 4.1 (253 reviews)

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Fish + Chips	$25.00
mason beer battered cod \| fries \| coleslaw \| tartar sauce
Caprese Pizza	$17.00
pesto \| roma tomatoes \| cheese curds \| parmesan \| basil \| balsamic reduction
Chicken Wings	$15.00
choice of: buffalo, Jambi BBQ, or korean chili glaze; served with ranch

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TACOS • FRENCH FRIES

Salud Tacos

2196 Logan Ave, San Diego

Avg 4.1 (1950 reviews)

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Chile Relleno Taco	$4.50

Al Pastor	$4.00

Carne Asada	$4.50

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SEAFOOD • SANDWICHES • HAMBURGERS

Fort Oak Restaurant

1011 Fort Stockton Dr, San Diego

Avg 4.5 (382 reviews)

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Chicken Fried Quail	$24.00
corn bread, cabbage, local red beans, red eye gravy, date
Goat Milk Cavatelli	$28.00
charred broccoli, fennel sausage, summer truffle, grana padano, soft herbs
Hearth Roasted Carrots	$18.00
quinoa, humboldt fog, pickled fennel, smoky yogurt, tarragon

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Bay City Brewing Co.

3760 Hancock St. Ste. A-cC, San Diego

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Peninsula Lager : 12oz. 6-pack	$11.00
5.0% Vienna Lager: A modern take on an old-world style, our Vienna Lager has delicate flavors of toffee sweetness followed by a crisp finish.
Sonic Juice 32oz. Crowler	$12.00
6.5% Hazy IPA Deliciously cloudy with fruity notes of peach, pineapple and sweet orange, backed up by a touch of dank bitterness
Bay City IPA : 12oz. 6-pack	$13.00
7.7% India Pale Ale Aggressively hoppy yet deceptively smooth, this IPA is San Diego through and through. (Hops: Southern Cross, Mosaic, Idaho 7)

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Tiramisu	$10.00
ladyfingers, mascarpone, espresso
Ravioli Classico	$22.00
lobster and ricotta stuffed ravioli, light lobster citrus sauce
Garganelli Zafferano	$20.00
garganelli pasta, sausage, porcini mushrooms, gorgonzola, saffron sauce

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*Vanilla Bean Glazed	$3.75
Classic raised doughnut with our signature vanilla bean glaze.
Caramel Latte	$4.50
Available hot or over ice, made with our very own house made caramel, Common Room Roasters' award-winning Brunswick Blend espresso, and your choice of milk. Pro tip: caramel and almond milk go great together... just sayin'!
Saigon Cinnamon Crumb	$3.50
Slightly sweet, slightly spicy Saigon cinnamon cake doughnut, topped with vanilla glaze and a house made cinnamon-almond streusel.

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CHILAQUILES LA BOMBA	$16.25
Creamy habanero-cilantro salsa topped with COCHINITA PIBIL. For better Quality and Crunchiness chilaquiles may be served Deconstructed .. Please follow instructions on the package!
CHILAQUILES RANCHEROS.	$16.25
OUR BEST SELLER! Ranchero salsa, topped with beef CHORIZO and sunny side up eggs. For better Quality and Crunchiness all chilaquiles are served Deconstructed .. Please follow instructions on the package!
CHILAQUILES DE MERCADO	$16.25
Salsa verde topped with crispy CARNITA’S LIGHT. For better Quality and Crunchiness can be served Deconstructed .. Please follow instructions on the package

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BIGGER BETTER ARTICHOKE DIP	$12.00
12oz artichoke & spinach dip \| flatbread \| served with additional chips Pick up only.
CHEESEBURGER	$8.00
beef patty \| cheddar cheese \| lettuce \| tomato \| onion \| pickles Pick up only.
GRILLED CHEESE	$7.00
sourdough bread \| cheddar cheese parmesan cheese \| garlic herb butter Pick up only.

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Mocha
A caffè mocha, also called mocaccino, is a chocolate-flavored variant of a caffè latte. The name is derived from the city of Mocha, Yemen, which was one of the centers of early coffee trade. Like a caffè latte, caffè mocha is based on espresso and hot milk but with added chocolate flavoring.
Cold Brew	$5.95
Unlike regular coffee, cold brew is never exposed to heat. Cold brew uses time, rather than heat to extract the coffee's oils, sugars, and caffeine. Therefor cold brew tastes different than iced coffee, which is made with “hot-brewed” (AKA: regular) coffee.
Latte
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.

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Spicy Tuna Roll (GF)	$10.00
Cucumber
Cesar Chavez & Main St (GFO)	$22.00
Shrimp tempura, spicy tuna, avocado, black pepper, tuna, charred jalapeno ponzu, cilantro, habanero sauce
Face it, You're Basic	$15.00
Panko shrimp, avocado, krab, tempura crunchy flakes, spicy aioli, sweet soy sauce reduction

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Cinnamon Roll	$6.50
PLEASE NOTE - All delivered rolls come with drizzle on the side and un-toasted in order to accommodate for potential delivery delays.
Blueberry Scone	$6.00

Lemon poppyseed	$6.50

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INSALATA MISTA	$12.00
seasonal greens, tomatoes, pickled red onion, almonds, cranberries, lemon vinaigrette
INSALATA CESARE	$14.00
lettuce, croutons, raspadura flakes, caesar dressing
TIRAMISU	$10.00
mascarpone cheese, ladyfinger parfait

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To-Go Mini Pot Pie Combo	$13.49
Our petite Chicken Pot Pie is served with a Caesar salad. Includes a FREE slice of pie!* *Excludes Cheesecakes and Seasonal Fresh Fruit Pies. Not valid with Free Pie Monday Weekday Special.
Chocolate Cream Pie	$9.99
Chocolate blended with our creamy vanilla custard. Topped with fresh whipped cream or fluffy meringue.
Lemon Meringue Pie	$17.99
Our most popular pie! Slightly tart, slightly sweet, topped with a light golden meringue.

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Picanha Prato-Feito	$18.00
One of the most popular day-to-day Brazilian dishes! White rice, black beans, French fries, and one egg over easy on top of our picanha steak.
PÃO DE QUEIJO	$5.00
One of the most popular and traditional Brazilian snack. Gluten free delight!
Feijoada	$18.00
Join us Saturdays & Sundays for our most traditional and popular Brazilian dish. It's delicious and full of history! Black bean stew cooked with tri-tip, smoked beef sausage and bacon. Serve along with white rice, collard greens, seasoned farofa, and orange slices.

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Wings	$13.00
Half a dozen hot buffalo wings with a side of ranch
OG Burger	$13.50
Lettuce, red onion, tomato, white cheddar cheese, roastd garlic aioli on baguette bun. Served with a side of house cut french fries
Patou's Summer Salad	$12.00
Romaine, sweet corn, avocado, grape tomato, hearts of palm, cucumber, dried mint, lemon vinaigrette

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The Blue Dream Burger	$16.50
8 Oz. Signature Beef Patty, Gorgonzola, House Bourbon BBQ, Onions Rings, Thick Applewood Smoked Bacon, Arugula, and House Garlic Aioli
The Classic Burger	$13.50
8 Oz. Signature Beef Patty, White Cheddar, Butter Lettuce, Tomato, Onion Jam, and Secret Sauce
Crazy fries	$11.00
White Cheddar, Onion Jam, House Garlic Aioli, Avocado-Poblano Creme, Queso Fresco, Cilantro and Microgreens

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Brussels Sprouts	$9.99
Slow-Poached Egg. Bacon. Kimchi Vinaigrette.
50/50 Mashed Potato	$4.99
Chicken Gravy. Extra Butter & Cream.
CFC Bucket 4 PC	$15.00
Crispy Chicken. Secret Spices.

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Albacore Tartare	$20.00
black sesame, cilantro, avocado, sprouts, cucumber, trout roe, taro root chips
Hush Puppies	$22.00
house made ham, house cultured honey butter
Wood Grilled Burger	$18.00
asiago cheese, bacon-tomato jam, pickled onions, arugula, poppy seed bun, fries TRUST WAY: house cured-braised bacon & sunny side egg $3

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Crescione	$12.00
Yellow beets, Arugula, avocado, Gorgonzola and walnuts and balsamic.
Parpardelle con il Ragu D'Agnello	$27.00
Cabernet infused pasta with slow braised lamb ragout.
Cesar	$10.00
Because, why not?

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Margarita Flatbread	$16.00
Tomato, asiago, mozzarella, fresh basil
The Rose Burger	$18.00
Niman Ranch beef, grilled onion, gruyere, chimichurri aioli, house pickles + choice of side *medium unless specified
Chicken Milanese Sando	$18.00
spicy aioli, fresno chile slaw, pickles, choice of side

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Pistil Pilsner - 4 Pack	$10.20
Crisp, clean, refreshing Pilsner hopped with Perle and Saphir, brewed with German malts, and fermented with German Lager yeast.⁠ 5.2% ABV You must be 21 or Older to Order Beer \| CRV Included
Grilled Chicken Wrap	$15.00
Grilled Chicken, Tomato, Pickled Onion, Parmesan, Ranch, Mixed Greens wrapped in a Flour Tortilla
Arbor Wings	$15.00
Oven Roasted wings tossed in buttery buffalo sauce served with Ranch

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Chips & Guacamole	$10.95

Trio Seafood Tostaditas	$13.95

Waterbar Tacos	$13.95

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Khachapuri	$16.00
Mozzarella. Feta. Garlic. Olive Oil. Baked Egg. Butter.
Maple Sausage Links	$5.00
Porkalicious Sausage With Herbs & Butternut Farms Finest Grade A Vermont Maple Syrup.
Thick Sliced Bacon	$6.00
Smoky Bacon Steak.

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Neapolitan	$13.00
Imported Italian tomato, garlic, oregano, and olive oil, Vegetarian (no cheese)
Margherita	$15.00
Mozzarella cheese and fresh basil
Bottle Water	$2.00

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BAJA TACO	$3.50
BATTERED FISH, CABBAGE, PICO DE GALLO, CHIPOTLE SALSA
CALIFORNIA BURRITO	$8.89
FLAME GRILLED ANGUS STEAK (100% CERTIFIED ANGUS BEEF), MELTED CHEESE, TOMATO, FRIES, GUACAMOLE, SALSA MILD, SOUR CREAM
MAR Y TIERRA BURRITO	$9.89
GRILLED SHRIMP WITH ANGUS STEAK, MELTED CHEESE, AVOCADO, CABBAGE, TOMATO, CHIPOTLE SALSA

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Salmon Teriyaki (Salad/Miso)	$13.00
Comes w/ rice, miso soup, & salad
Karaage	$7.00
traditional Japanese style crispy chicken
Sunomono	$6.00
cucumber salad lightly seasoned in sweet vinegar

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Coyote Burrito Plate	$13.95
A large flour tortilla filled with beans, cheese and your choice of meat. Served with a side of rice.
Grande Quesadilla	$9.95
A grande flour tortilla filled with melted cheese. Add shredded beef, chicken or carne asada optional. Served with a side of guacamole, sour cream and salsa fresca.
Salsa
Freshly made salsa served with chips.

San Diego restaurants you'll love

Top restaurants in San Diego, California

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Must-try San Diego restaurants

Dunedin New Zealand Eats

Urge American Gastropub

Salud Tacos

Fort Oak Restaurant

Bay City Brewing Co.

Civico 1845

Sidecar Doughnuts and Coffee

Cocina 35 Otay Mesa

Vivant Clubhouse

Moe Coffee

Cloak and Petal

Phatties Bake Shop

Bencotto Italian Kitchen

Marie Callender’s

Sabor Brazilian Grill

The Original 40 Brewery

Craft House Burgers

Craft & Commerce

Trust Restaurant

Siamo Napoli

The Rose Wine Bar

Whiskey Girl

Burgeon at The Arbor

Waterbar

Morning Glory

Cafe Califas

The Taco Stand

Tanuki Sake Bar

Cafe Coyote

Whisknladle Hospitality

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Neighborhoods within San Diego to explore

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North Park

Little Italy

Gaslamp

Kearny Mesa

Hillcrest

East Village

Point Loma

Popular items
Chicken Souvlaki Salad	$12.95
Garlic Sauce, Hummus, Israeli Salad, Feta, Pickled Red Onions, and Fried Chickpeas
Impossible Burger COMBO	$14.95
American Cheese, Lettuce, Tomato, Onions, and Special Sauce. Comes with Choice of Fries or Salad and a Fountain Drink. (May come into contact with meat during grilling)
Chicken Souvlaki Wrap	$11.95
Saffron Rice, Garlic Sauce, Israeli Salad, Feta, and Pickled Red Onions