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1. MOTHERSHIP
4.8
Exceptional(489)
Price: Moderate
• Tapas / Small Plates • North Park
Booked 63 times today
Tropical space adventure in South Park! Exotic cocktails. Interplanetary fusion small plates. Named Best Bars In America by Esquire Magazine. Reservations offer 90-minute experience like no other, venturing towards the outer limits of the tropical flavor galaxy! WALK INS WELCOME - Walk-in tables are available daily. Early arrival is encouraged and there is a paging system in the event of a waitlist.
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2. Quixote
4.7
Exceptional(1233)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • North Park
Booked 62 times today
La Única Manera De Hacer Cara Cruz Es A Través DeLa Intuición
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3. 31ThirtyOne
4.7
Exceptional(54)
Price: Expensive
• Regional Mexican (Baja Med) • North Park
Booked 6 times today
Culinary gem in North Park, San Diego, known for its commitment to sustainability and exceptional Baja-Mediterranean cuisine. Led by Michelin-starred chef Drew Deckman & Paulina Deckman, the restaurant features fresh, seasonal ingredients and innovative techniques in a warm atmosphere.The "zero-kilometer" philosophy at 31ThirtyOne emphasizes locally sourced ingredients from nearby farms and fisheries, ensuring fresh flavors while supporting local communities and minimizing environmental impact. The menu changes daily, showcasing the vibrant culinary traditions of Southern California and Baja.Diners can embark on a journey with an “À-la-carte” menu. Experience the essence of sustainable dining at 31ThirtyOne, where every meal is a celebration of freshness and flavor.Every evening, from Tuesday through Saturday, you are invited to unwind and indulge 31ThirtyOne’s “Happiest Hour and a Half” - just a little longer, from 5 to 6:30 PM!(NO RESERVATIONS, first come first serve.)
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4. Born & Raised
4.7
Exceptional(6841)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Little Italy
Booked 147 times today
The American steakhouse is an iconic restaurant institution. We’d wanted to tell that story for years, but waited until we had the skill, talent and ability to execute it properly, and the right space to be our canvas, an important corner in Little Italy, a neighborhood where we have deep roots. We brought an almost academic appreciation for steakhouse history and tradition to Born & Raised, while trying to stay relevant and authentic to ourselves and our city. Our dry-aged beef pays tribute to earlier, earthier, pre-government grading practices and is the centerpiece of a meal best savored at a slow pace. A timeless celebration of everything that makes restaurants so special. - Consortium Holdings. A 4% surcharge is added to all guest checks.
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5. Vulture
new
4.6
Exceptional(41)
Price: Expensive
• Continental • University Heights
Booked 90 times today
Inspired by American mid-century continental-style fine dining, VULTURE is a resurrected institution of yesteryear, revisited through the eclectic possibility of today. Elegant, inventive plant-based dishes honor the sophistication of the past and reveal the daring potential of the present. Classic and forgotten cocktails are reclaimed and re-oriented, dignity intact but with charm and character amplified. VULTURE is a fertile oasis, a secluded nest amidst arid convention. You will be roused by its audacious originality and comforted by its strange familiarity. It is the home of the best dinner party of your life, and the most fussed over Martini in the city.To arrive at VULTURE, walk inside our storefront micro-diner named DREAMBOAT, where our Maître d' will be waiting for you in the back of the diner.
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6. insideOUT
4.7
Exceptional(2631)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Hillcrest
Booked 69 times today
insideOUT is Hillcrest's elevated restaurant and lounge, and San Diego's only urban oasis! We are an 18+ venue.Reservations for our upcoming "Sweetheart Experience" are now open! The Experience will be February 5th - 16th!Our menu is curated by Executive Chef Johnny Duran and is updated seasonally to reflect his creative approach to California-Mediterranean inspired fare, using the freshest ingredients provided by our local purveyors.Aside from our impeccable hospitality, insideOUT is known for their over-the-top seasonal experiences. We also provide customized private event planning with venue buyout options. More information can be found on our website.
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7. Cowboy Star
4.9
Exceptional(4993)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Downtown
Booked 65 times today
Located in the heart of the East Village neighborhood of San Diego, Cowboy Star is dedicated to providing an unmatched attention to detail and a level of service that immediately sets us apart. Cowboy Star guests are the number one priority and guest satisfaction is the base upon which our entire concept is built. Our level of service is only matched by our celebration of regional American heirloom recipes offered with genuine neighborly hospitality. We are committed to supporting local and regional farmers, fishers and producers by cooking food that recaptures the simple and pure tastes found in locally grown, natural and organic ingredients. We strive to raise awareness of a more sustainable food future, while helping to restore a sense of community that brings us back to a more homegrown time.The Cowboy Star Menu features the finest in select natural products including Niman Ranch all natural beef from the nation's leading Certified Humane Angus herd.
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8. Animae
4.8
Exceptional(3547)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary Asian • Downtown
Booked 70 times today
Located just steps from the waterfront, ANIMAE is where West Coast flair meets Asian soul. Under the direction of Executive Chef Tara Monsod, a James Beard Award finalist, the menu delivers bold, genre-defying dishes like her signature Pork Tomahawk Tocino—a smoky, sweet, deeply umami showstopper grilled over a traditional coal-fired oven.Inside, ANIMAE stuns with a maximalist-meets-modern aesthetic: think art deco glam, velvet banquettes, mirrored ceilings, and an energy that’s both sultry and celebratory. Whether you're dining in the main room or sipping cocktails in the tucked-away lounge, every corner invites you to stay awhile.
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9. Youngblood
4.8
Exceptional(1163)
Price: Very Expensive
• Speakeasy • Downtown
Booked 14 times today
Youngblood experience: an elevated three-course beverage tasting, with a few delightful surprises, priced at $85 plus tax and gratuity. We’re thrilled to unveil what we’ve been working on!Come find us.
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10. Louisiana Purchase SD
4.3
Awesome(837)
Price: Expensive
• Creole / Cajun / Southern • North Park
Booked 50 times today
Conveniently set on Louisiana Street in North Park, our design of this intimate cocktail restaurant was inspired by the charm &; character of New Orleans, with creative touches of personal effects giving guests the feeling of warmth, community & fun Architect Jeff Svitak helped create a modern interpretation of a classic French Quarter restaurant, introducing elements of wood, marble &; rich velvet. Our lush patio seating flows seamlessly into our indoor dining space, a nod to the courtyards found across the beautiful southern city.Our rotating food menu will be dedicated to only the best seasonal ingredients, featuring big &; bold flavors from the region. Executive Chef Quinnton Austin recently relocated to San Diego from New Orleans, bringing with him an exciting wealth of knowledge &; experience in the culinary melting pot that defines southern cuisineAlligator Cheesecake, Andouille Fried Red Beans & Rice w/Chipotle Mousse, &

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