Starlite

Name: Starlite
Address: 3175 India Street, San Diego, CA, United States, 92103
Telephone: (619) 618-2830
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.7

4.7 (289)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

3175 India Street, San Diego, CA 92103

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2 people

Jul 6, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 94 times today

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Great for creative cocktails
Hot spot

Starlite: A timeless San Diego icon with a fresh future, helmed by Chef Ted Smith.

Please note: Our establishment is 21+

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Steakhouse, American, Californian
Hours of operation
Daily 5:00 pm–2:00 am
Phone number
(619) 618-2830
Website
http://www.starlitesd.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Ted Smith
Private party facilities
Starlite San Diego features a covered patio with its own bar. Perfect for meetings and large parties. Located on an upper level, outdoors to the rear of the restaurant, the patio is perfect for your large party, birthday, anniversary or graduation celebration.

Location
3175 India Street, San Diego, CA 92103
Neighborhood
Mission Hills
Cross street
Sassafras / Spruce
Parking details
Starlite has 5 parking spots. Neighborhood parking on Spruce St is limited during peak times. Our guests may park at Mission Hills Collision Center from 5PM-Close do not leave your car in Mission Hill's lot overnight or you may be towed)
Public transit
San Diego Trolley: MIDDLETOWN or WASHINGTON ST stations
Entertainment
Starlite focuses on dinner & drinks as the primary form of entertainment. Entertainment may appear from time to time for special occasions.
Additional
Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Farm to Table, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 289 people are saying

Starlite reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.9Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

San Diego
Steakhouse

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Starlite offers a "breathtaking beautiful aesthetic" with a stunning remodel and impeccable service. Diners rave about the "delicious food" and "memorable experience," with dishes like sea bass and mozzarella sticks with caviar standing out. The ambiance is "unmatched," providing an upscale yet inviting atmosphere, perfect for special occasions.

1,090 Reviews

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Galin
San Diego3 reviews
5.0
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wow this is an absolute must if you live in San Diego or are visiting our beautiful city! My husband and I stopped in here for some appetizers and a cocktail before our family dinner . The staff was very friendly and the service was beyond our expectations. We cannot wait to be back with some friends and enjoy their dinner menu!
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BECKYCHARMS
San Diego2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We made a 4th of July reservation post fireworks, and the remodel had us starstruck by the light. Everything was amazing. Every staff member was extremely helpful and friendly; even suggesting we tour our drink to roam around and see everything while still allowing us to have a table upon which to return. We sat in a corner booth and had an incredible view of everything including the front door, the bar, the DJ, and the other couples. The food was heavenly, extremely rich. Can’t wait to go back. We ordered: a Starlite Old Fashioned, Space Cadet cocktail, Starlite Mule, Macaroni and Cheese, Roasted Broccoli (boyfriend said it was the best broccoli he had ever tasted), Bison Short Ribs, Roasted Maitake Mushrooms (out of this universe, so amazing), Herb Scalloped Potatoes, Prime Filet (medium rare, and it was perfectly more rare than medium), and of course had to try the Starlite Ice Cream Sandwich with toffee chip cookies, vanilla ice cream, rolled in pistachios. It’s super sexy inside too, really kicks up the mood and brings the vibes. Swanky.
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Ryan VIP
Los Angeles8 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
One of the brightest star light and unique restaurant in San Diego! Two thumbs up!! 👍👍
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Victor
Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Dannnnnnnnng! What a place. Impressed from the door thereafter. We sat in the “outdoor” patio but it was more like a cave made of mirrors with a stunning waterfall at the end. Wow!!! And then, the food. Say no more. We had the Steak Sampler and my wife who never eats beef ate more than me. The Grilled Wedge, outstanding! Twice baked potatoe, with truffle butter and sprinkled with deliciousness made it the perfect dinner. No, wait, the bottle of wine made it perfect. We will be back, and soon!
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Gaby
San Diego1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was so nice to see this place alive again after their remodeling. Our dinner was great. From everything we ordered, the Sea Bass dish was my favorite. The cocktails were good, the New Wave was my fave. They also have a small but good beer selection. The service was the best. From a guest perspective, it felt that they have a great team. Finally, we also appreciated the music selection with some classics in the mix.
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❤️ RHEA VIP
San Diego91 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
We love starlight. We really like your remodel. And the food and service is wonderful thank you.
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Oana VIP
Las Vegas183 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
This was our first visit to Starlite. We had a 5 PM reservation and they really meant it! We were made to until exactly 5 PM, leaving us and several other punctual diners outside waiting for the magic hour. We were not even allowed to wait at the bar! Once inside, Starlite revealed itself as something special. It's like three restaurants in one. The downstairs has an almost space-lounge feel. Upstairs is an airy, open environment that feels like a garden party. Tucked just around the corner from the bar is the unexpected secluded grotto complete with a cascading waterfall. As for the food, we were pleasantly impressed. The French Onion soup was rich and comforting, and the croissant was perfectly flaky. The steak was juicy, tender, and cooked just right. The fries were good. The fish was moist and flavorful. Dessert was a chocolate mousse that had great flavor, though the candied nuts on top and bottom were a way overzealous. The drinks were creative. The only downside of the whole experience was the volume. It was super loud. The music was blaring and guests raised their voices just to be heard. We were the only ones seated in our section and the server could not hear us when we placed our order. The volume was so over the top that it detracted from what could have been a more relaxed, conversation-friendly experience. I wish they’d dial back the music a few notches so guests could fully enjoy the ambiance and each other’s company.
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Kathleen VIP
San Diego31 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Starlite remains one of the most important and quintessential dining experiences in San Diego.
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Grant VIP
San Diego5 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely fantastic meal. We ordered the mozzarella sticks with creme fraiche and caviar, and they were delicious! For the main we shared the porterhouse steak (which was enough for 4 people even though it said for 2) and got the mac n cheese and broccoli as sides. GET THE BROCCOLI! It is magical. The drinks were also amazingly crafted and the entire ambiance of Starlite is impeccable. Service was a bit slow, but waiters were incredibly kind. Will 1000% be going back!
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Jim VIP
San Diego19 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great experience! From food to service and a terrific atmosphere, we found this to be a great spot. The only real challenge is with parking. Overall we would highly recommend Starlite. Make sure to check out the entire place!
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FAQs

Starlite offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (619) 618-2830.

Starlite is rated 4.7 stars by 289 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Jul 6, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 94 times today

3175 India Street, San Diego, CA 92103

Additional information

Cross street
Sassafras / Spruce
Neighborhood
Mission Hills
Hours of operation
Daily 5:00 pm–2:00 am
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Steakhouse, American, Californian
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Starlite has 5 parking spots. Neighborhood parking on Spruce St is limited during peak times. Our guests may park at Mission Hills Collision Center from 5PM-Close do not leave your car in Mission Hill's lot overnight or you may be towed)
Public transit
San Diego Trolley: MIDDLETOWN or WASHINGTON ST stations
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Ted Smith
Entertainment
Starlite focuses on dinner & drinks as the primary form of entertainment. Entertainment may appear from time to time for special occasions.
Additional
Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Farm to Table, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.starlitesd.com/
Phone number
(619) 618-2830
Private party facilities
Starlite San Diego features a covered patio with its own bar. Perfect for meetings and large parties. Located on an upper level, outdoors to the rear of the restaurant, the patio is perfect for your large party, birthday, anniversary or graduation celebration.

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