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Pela Mesa
North Park
“Mediterranean-inspired seasonal cooking that makes North Park feel like it has a Michelin problem”
$$$ · Restaurants · 8.5
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Ironside Fish & Oyster
Little Italy
“A seafood restaurant that actually respects its fish”
$$$ · Restaurants · 7.4
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Lola 55
East Village
“Elevated Baja-style tacos with a conscience — sustainable sourcing, house-made tortillas, and combinations that actually surprise”
$$ · Restaurants · 7.1
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Juniper & Ivy
Little Italy
“Richard Blais's San Diego flagship”
$$$ · Restaurants · 2.9
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Tribute Pizza
North Park
“Wood-fired Neapolitan pies with a San Diego craft beer list that actually matches the ambition of the food”
$$ · Restaurants · 2.9
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Salud
Barrio Logan
“Mezcal-forward cocktail bar in the heart of Barrio Logan”
$$ · Mexican · 2.9
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Mister A's
Bankers Hill
“Twelfth-floor views of the bay, the airport, and Point Loma from San Diego's most storied fine dining room”
$$$$ · Restaurants · 2.9
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Born & Raised
Little Italy
“San Diego's most theatrical steakhouse”
$$$$ · Restaurants · 2.9
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Buona Forchetta
South Park
“The Neapolitan pizza that South Park was waiting for”
$$ · Restaurants · 2.9
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Trust Restaurant
Hillcrest
“Rustic-refined American cooking from Brad Wise”
$$ · Restaurants · 2.9
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Liberty Public Market
Point Loma
“San Diego's best food hall in a converted Navy training center at Liberty Station”
$$ · Restaurants · 2.8
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Convoy Tofu House
Clairemont
“Sizzling soon tofu that'll warm your soul at 11pm”
$ · Restaurants · 2.8
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The Marine Room
La Jolla
“Waves literally crash against the windows at high tide”
$$$$ · Restaurants · 2.8
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Kettner Exchange
Little Italy
“The rooftop is the main event — sunset views over the bay with craft cocktails”
$$$ · Restaurants · 2.8
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Las Cuatro Milpas
Barrio Logan
“Open since 1933 and still making handmade tortillas, rolled tacos, and beans that could end wars”
$ · Restaurants · 2.8
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Tajima Ramen Convoy
Clairemont
“The tonkotsu broth is what put San Diego ramen on the map”
$$ · Restaurants · 2.8
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George's at the Cove
La Jolla
“Three levels, three concepts, one spectacular ocean view”
$$$$ · Restaurants · 2.8
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The Waves Taco Club
Gaslamp Quarter
$$ · Restaurants · 2.7
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The Taco Stand
East Village
“Traditional Mexican fare includes made-to-order tortillas & guacamole in casual indoor/outdoor digs.”
$ · Restaurants · 2.6
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East Village Brewing Company
East Village
$ · Restaurants · 2.6
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Roxy’s Tacos
East Village
$$ · Restaurants · 2.6
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Tacos El Gordo
Gaslamp Quarter
“No-frills Mexican counter-serve joint featuring Tijuana tacos, mulas, loaded fries & more.”
$ · Restaurants · 2.6
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CoCoCurry — Thai Curry Cafe
City Heights
$ · Thai · 2.5
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Sfizio Italian street food
Mission Beach
$ · Restaurants · 2.5
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Nico's Fish Market
Pacific Beach
$ · Seafood · 2.5
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Spitz Mediterranean Street Food
Pacific Beach
$ · Mediterranean · 2.5
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The Invigatorium
East Village
$ · Restaurants · 2.5
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The Blind Burro
East Village
“Stylish Mexican eatery & bar decorated in bare wood serving Baja-style coastal cuisine & cocktails.”
$$ · Restaurants · 2.5
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Tacos El Vaquero
East Village
$ · Restaurants · 2.5
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Johnny Mañanas Ocean Beach
Ocean Beach
$$ · Restaurants · 2.5
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Lola 55 Tacos & Cocktails
East Village
“Unique gourmet tacos & craft cocktails in an airy, industrial-chic counter serve with a lounge area.”
$ · Restaurants · 2.5
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Margarita's Family Restaurant
Ocean Beach
$ · Restaurants · 2.5
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Charoen Krung Thai Cuisine
College Area
$ · Thai · 2.5
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Las Hadas Bar and Grill
Gaslamp Quarter
“Cheerful Mexican option featuring a seafood-centric menu, handmade margaritas & happy-hour deals.”
$$ · Restaurants · 2.5
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Cali Social Cafe | San Diego
Pacific Beach
$ · Indian · 2.5
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Smashburger
University City
“Counter-serve chain featuring signature smashed burgers, plus sides & shakes.”
$$ · American · 2.5
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Señor Taquero
Gaslamp Quarter
“Unfussy, pint-sized counter-serve Mexican eatery popular for burritos, tacos & housemade churros.”
$ · Restaurants · 2.5
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Massachusetts Mike's Pizzeria
Hillcrest
$ · Restaurants · 2.5
$
Thanh Tinh Chay Restaurant
City Heights
“Colorful fast-food operation featuring plant-based Vietnamese sandwiches, soups & salads.”
$ · Vietnamese · 2.5
$
Fall Brewing Company
Miramar
$ · Restaurants · 2.5
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Freddy’s Chophouse
Gaslamp Quarter
$ · Restaurants · 2.5
$
Garibaldi
Little Italy
$ · Mediterranean · 2.5
$
Birrieria Enriquez: North Park's Finest Taco Restaurant
North Park
$ · Restaurants · 2.5
$
Kinme Omakase
Bankers Hill
$ · Japanese · 2.5
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Tacos Tacora
Little Italy
$ · Mexican · 2.5
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American Pizza Manufacturing
La Jolla
$$ · Pizza · 2.5
$
Akhis Authentic Shawarma & Kebab
Pacific Beach
$ · Mediterranean · 2.5
$
Mike's Red Tacos - Mira Mesa
Mira Mesa
$ · Restaurants · 2.5
$
Midway Classic Malt Shop
Old Town
“Hamburgers, hot dogs & milkshakes served up in a kitschy spot with a checkboard floor & red vinyl booths.”
$ · Restaurants · 2.5
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Taconora Pacific Beach
Pacific Beach
$ · Restaurants · 2.5