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Mister A's, San Diego, CA
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Mister A's

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$50 and over
Contemporary French / American
2550 Fifth Avenue, Ste 406, San Diego, CA 92103

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2 people
7:30 PM
Booked 59 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for scenic views
  • Fancy
Mister A's is the penthouse, fine-dining destination of San Diego, and has been for over 50 years. Located just a few minutes from downtown, you will take the elevator to the top floor and look back out over jetliners sweeping past at eye level, the San Diego skyline, bay and Pacific, while enjoying Modern American cuisine, hand-crafted cocktails, and one of Wine Spectator's top-rated wine lists in the country. The culinary staff hand-selects local farm produce and the highest quality ingredients in every category to offer you selections that are made from scratch in house for brunch, lunch, dinner.. or simply the finest rooftop drinks and appetizers in town.

Please visit our website for specific dress code guidelines: https://www.asrestaurant.com/contact/
(Guests not in dress code will be turned away)

Why they're an Icon

Executive chef: Stephane Voitzwinkler

From the OpenTable editors: This plush penthouse escape—open since 1965—reached new heights after a dramatic redesign. Thanks to a freshly added lounge, diners have better access to its skyline views. The French-American restaurant highlights local produce in throwback dishes like grilled blue prawns with charred shishitos and pan-roasted Alaskan halibut with corn.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary French / American, Farm-to-table, French
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat 10:00 am–1:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–1:30 pm Lunch Wed–Fri 11:00 am–1:00 pm Bar Mon–Thu, Sun 3:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:30 pm–11:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Catering
    For parties of 10 or more, it is necessary to call the restaurant directly for reservations. <br />
  • Private party facilities
    Our Private Dining Rooms are as follows:Rotunda Room: seating up to 28 (no AV)Blue Room: seating up to 18, (16 with AV) Downtown Room: seating up to 42 (no AV)A full buyout can accommodate 300 seated, 350 for standing reception
  • Private party contact
    Megan Royal: (619) 239-1377
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Cross street
    Laurel St.
  • Parking details
    Valet service is available for Friday Lunch & Dinner Service on the 4th Avenue side of the Manchester Financial Building ($20). Metered street parking is also available.
  • Entertainment
    Bertrand at Mister A’s restaurant offers one of the most exceptional city views in all of the country. A true site seeing experience with a panoramic view; which encompasses the breathtaking city skyline, San Diego Bay and harbor, Coronado Bridge, Point Loma, Sea World, Balboa Park, the world famous zoo and Mexico high a top Bankers Hill.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Mister A's Jazz Brunch

    Multiple dates available
    Mister A's will be offering a Jazz Brunch with New Orleans inspired cuisine along with our a la carte brunch menu. The Jazz brunch will only be featured on Saturdays and will include the option of listening to live music in the bar before being seated in the main dining room for an a la carte menu. Music will conclude at 1pm.
    Mister A's Jazz Brunch Photo
  • Mister A's 4th of July Spectacular 2025

    $145.00 per person

    Jul 4, 2025 only
    Celebrate the 4th of July at Mister A’s Join us for a memorable evening above the city with two exclusive seating options: First Seating 5:00 PM – 6:15 PM Enjoy our 3-course prix fixe à la carte menu with a 2-hour maximum dining limit. Please note: Guests with reservations during this time will not be able to stay for the fireworks display. Second Seating 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM Indulge in a special 4-course prix fixe menu for $145 per person and enjoy the spectacular fireworks from our rooftop view.
    Mister A's 4th of July Spectacular 2025 Photo

Private dining

Offers

  • Apéritif at Mister A’s

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - 3:30 PM - 8:45 PM,Mon - Thu - 4:00 PM - 8:45 PM
    Offered Sunday through Wednesday from 4:00 PM to 6:30 PM, Apéritif at Mister A’s is a weekday early-evening experience designed to help guests unwind, indulge, and savor. Inspired by the European tradition of enjoying a light pre-dinner drink or small meal, this offering pairs signature dishes with curated beverages at a remarkable value—available exclusively in our Bar & Lounge, with one offering per guest. Each day features a distinct culinary highlight. On Sunday, guests can enjoy our Prime Rib Roast—a 12 oz cut served with a baked potato, scallion cream, and carrot glacé—paired with a glass of wine for $55. Monday brings the Maine Lobster Roll, nestled in house-made brioche with lemon aioli and Yukon gold potato chips, served with a cocktail or local beer for $30. Tuesday Toast invites guests to sample Mister A’s classics, featuring a duo ($20) or trio ($25) of Caesar salad, truffle fries, and a classic martini—with the option to upgrade to caviar fries for an additional $20. Wednesday celebrates the Wagyu Burger, layered with caramelized onion, smoked bacon, raclette cheese on a house-made bun, served with a vanilla milkshake or a .394 Pale Ale for $25. Guests may add booze to their shake for an extra $7.50. To finish on a sweet note, we offer a Tiramisu Shot—a delightful combination of marsala, mascarpone mousse, and biscuit—for just $5. A 4% surcharge is added to help provide competitive wages and healthcare for our full-time employees, and a 21% service charge will be applied to groups of seven or more.

    Apéritif at Mister A’s Photo

What 8,980 people are saying

Mister A's reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Diego

    Best Ambiance

  • San Diego

    Romantic

  • San Diego

    Best Ambiance

  • San Diego

    Romantic

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Mister A's is a San Diego icon offering "incredible service" and "fantastic views." Guests rave about the "delicious food," with standout dishes like the salmon Wellington and rack of lamb. The ambiance is elegant, making it perfect for special occasions. While prices are premium, the "memorable experience" is well worth it.
8,980 Reviews
  1. Brian

    Baltimore / Maryland8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service and breath taking views of the San Diego Bay Area…. We had drinks, an appetizer and the chocolate hazelnut dessert. It was all tremendous. Over looking the city from the rooftop was a great experience, and the service was fantastic!

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  2. Loretta

    San Diego2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful experience! Mister A’s is our go-to every year at this time, and once again, it did not disappoint. As a sidenote, I was in the fine dining restaurant business back in the ’80s, helping establish Georgia at the Cove in La Jolla as an assistant manager. I ran the front of the house and oversaw the servers, so I always notice the details. Our server was professional and appeared to be training a new hire. However, she made a few sarcastic comments when we asked questions, and her tone felt a bit off. That said, everything else—from the food to the ambiance—was fantastic. We’ll absolutely be back!

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  3. Savanna

    San Diego4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had an amazing experience celebrating our anniversary here. The ambiance, food, and service are always impeccable. Could not say enough great things about Mr. A’s!

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  4. Beth VIP

    Jacksonville / Northeast Florida43 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Thoroughly enjoyed dinner here with a friend to celebrate her birthday. We sat in the dining room near the window with an incredible view of downtown, the airport and Mission Bay. Our cocktails were on point. I had the Lobster Cacio e Pepi which was phenomenal. My friend had the duck and also thought hers was delicious. We shared two desserts (plus the nice treat they brought out for her birthday)! This is a special restaurant where the service is always exceptional and this time was no different. Although I can’t remember his name, he has been there 20 years - just fantastic!

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  5. Angela VIP

    San Diego20 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely phenomenal experience. Thank you for letting us be a part of such an epic event. Service and food were amazing as usual, but to be able to support such an exceptional organization was truly icing on the cake. Cheers to many more years! Happy 60.

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  6. MOIRA

    San Diego1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Magical dining experience with an unbeatable view of San Diego. Attentive, pleasant, and skilled staff made this a meal to remember. The escargots and Beef Wellington were prepared to perfection. I discovered a new favorite beer (Old Prospector) while admiring the gorgeous cocktails en route to other tables. And the Executive Chef is a treasure. If you are wondering if a visit is worth it, "100% YES".

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  7. Bill VIP

    San Diego114 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    EXCELLENT is the only way to describe our dining experience at Mr A’s. Food, atmosphere and service were number 1. Ryan and his team are the best in San Diego!

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  8. Brooke

    San Diego2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What an incredible experience! Mister A's was top notch, from the moment we walked in, we were greeted by lovely hosts, along with an incredible decor and music! The restaurant was stunning, the food was amazing and the staff were all so attentive and caring! We celebrated my husbands birthday, along with their 60th anniversary and it couldn't have been more special! The food was some of the best I've ever had! Try the baked Alaska for dessert! All in all it was amazing, and we can't wait to go back!

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  9. Taylor

    Washington, D.C. Area6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Incredible night to celebrate the 60th anniversary of Mister A’s and benefit the San Diego Zoo foundation. Highly recommend the lobster fra viola, escargot and scallop appetizer and the cheesecake! Wonderful view of downtown, harbor and planes landing from the outdoor patio

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  10. OpenTable Diner VIP

    San Diego2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely spectacular! Bartender was awesome, food was great and our waitress was very good too!

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Mister A's is rated 4.8 stars by 8980 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:30 PM
Booked 59 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Mister A's

2550 Fifth Avenue, Ste 406, San Diego, CA 92103

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Laurel St.
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat 10:00 am–1:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–1:30 pm Lunch Wed–Fri 11:00 am–1:00 pm Bar Mon–Thu, Sun 3:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:30 pm–11:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary French / American, Farm-to-table, French
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet service is available for Friday Lunch & Dinner Service on the 4th Avenue side of the Manchester Financial Building ($20). Metered street parking is also available.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Entertainment
    Bertrand at Mister A’s restaurant offers one of the most exceptional city views in all of the country. A true site seeing experience with a panoramic view; which encompasses the breathtaking city skyline, San Diego Bay and harbor, Coronado Bridge, Point Loma, Sea World, Balboa Park, the world famous zoo and Mexico high a top Bankers Hill.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    For parties of 10 or more, it is necessary to call the restaurant directly for reservations. <br />
  • Private party facilities
    Our Private Dining Rooms are as follows:Rotunda Room: seating up to 28 (no AV)Blue Room: seating up to 18, (16 with AV) Downtown Room: seating up to 42 (no AV)A full buyout can accommodate 300 seated, 350 for standing reception
  • Private party contact
    Megan Royal: (619) 239-1377
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