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1. El Agave
4.8
Exceptional(2553)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Old Town
Booked 27 times today
Experience the true flavor of Mexico at San Diego’s premier Mexican cuisine destination.Established in 1996, El Agave Restaurant & Tequileria offers its patrons a unique dining setting withinthe largest tequila museum in the United States – with over 3,000 tequilas on display – alsorepeatedly voted the #1 tequila bar in the country. Nestled in historic Old Town, San Diego, it is theperfect place to enjoy a business lunch, romantic date, rehearsal dinner or to simply relax andunwind sipping find tequila with friends.
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2. Tahona Bar
4.7
Exceptional(661)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Old Town
Booked 13 times today
Tahona Bar is a gem in Old Town, San Diego, serving up creative, delicious, and authentic Mexican cuisine. The vibe is modern Mexican hacienda, complete with hand-painted tiles, rope seats, and Oaxacan textiles. Reviewers rave about the top-notch service, the freshness of the food, and the incredible mezcal-inspired drinks. One customer even described it as 'quietly putting out some of the best upscale Mexican food in the county.' Definitely a must-visit for foodies and mezcal lovers alike!
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3. Trattoria Don Pietro
3.6
Very Good(838)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Old Town
Booked 3 times today
Trattoria Don Pietro is hailed as 'authentic' by reviewers who have visited Italy. With its traditional Italian cuisine mixed with a trendy twist, it has a balance that resonates well with guests. The atmosphere, service, and food have been consistently praised in reviews, making it a top Italian restaurant choice for many.
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4. Old Town Tequila Factory Restaurant & Cantina
3.8
Excellent(1160)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Old Town
Booked 11 times today
Old Town Tequila Factory Restaurant & Cantina serves authentic Mexican cuisine, using old-world recipes. Reviews consistently praise the flavorful food, generous portions, and exceptional service. The restaurant's location in San Diego's historic Old Town adds to its authenticity, with its rooftop dining and Margaritas being particularly popular.
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5. Miguel's Cocina - Old Town
4.6
Exceptional(45)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Old Town
Booked 28 times today
The Freshest, Best-Tasting, Cali-Inspired Mexican Food. Our full-service, sit-down restaurant is the best spot to bring the whole family to savor handmade tortillas, mouthwatering salsas, and our famous creamy jalapeno white sauce.
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6. Casa De Freds, Tacos y Tequila
4.7
Exceptional(329)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Old Town
Booked 5 times today
ABOUT FREDS OLD TOWN | Since 2001, Casa de Freds in Old Town has been bringing the fiesta to San Diego. Freds is the place for amigos - both new and old - to have a great time while enjoying quality food, fresh margaritas and a festive atmosphere. The menu offers a wide variety of delicious, Baja-infused selections that are made from fresh, high-quality ingredients. The vibrant decor and great music provide a unique dining experience right in the heart of historic Old Town. The restaurant offers plenty of versatility for groups of many sizes. The large outdoor patio is dog friendly, so bring in your furry friends and check out the doggy menu! The outdoor bar is a fantastic spot to enjoy the San Diego sun, whether you are here for the weekend or live down the street. Freds newly renovated Fiesta Cantina is the perfect place to watch your favorite sporting events. The Cantina also offers daily specials that will keep your tummies, glasses and pockets full. Thanks Amigo!
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7. Jack & Giulio's Italian Restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(1178)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Old Town
Booked 10 times today
Jack and Giulio's Italian restaurant has remained a favorite of San Diegans for many years. This popular restaurant, formerly known as Giulio's of Pacific Beach, has proudly served the "Best Scampi" since 1961. In addition to this popular dish, this family-owned and operated restaurant offers many homemade pastas, veal, poultry, beef, and seafood specialties.
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8. LEILA
4.8
Exceptional(1234)
Price: Expensive
• Middle Eastern • North Park
Booked 120 times today
A tribute to the Middle East by CH Projects. Reservations recommended , walk-ins welcome at the bar. Leila welcomes you.858-SAFFRON
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9. Starlite
4.7
Exceptional(229)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Mission Hills
Booked 89 times today
Starlite: A timeless San Diego icon with a fresh future, helmed by Chef Ted Smith.Please note: Our establishment is 21+
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10. Born & Raised
4.7
Exceptional(6802)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Little Italy
Booked 74 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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  • Kimberley
    Utah •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Enjoyed a tequila tasting and delicious dinner. The staff were particularly friendly and knowledgeable about tequilas and introduced us to new favorites.
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    El AgavePrice: Moderate• Mexican• Old Town
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    4.8
  • Sheila
    San Diego •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    What a great experience! The servers were very attentive, friendly and helpful. The place looks tiny from the outside, but once you go inside it is bigger than you think. The decor is very chic and beautiful, airy with a touch of romanticism. The food was amazing. Everything was fresh, flavorful and cooked spot-on. We ordered chips, salsa and guacamole. The red salsa is where its at. It had the perfect amount of light spice with a lot of flavor. I ordered the stuffed squash blossoms which were fried to perfection, stuffed with a great combo of flavors, sitting on a bed of refried beans. My friend ordered the machaca wagyu tostada which had the meat cooked two ways and layered for a burst of flavor in each bite.
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    Tahona BarPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Old Town
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    4.7
  • Courtney
    Orange County •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    The food and service was EXCELLENT!! 10/10! The bruschetta was the best ever!!! The pasta was so fresh! We had such an attentive server and the restaurant environment was stunning!!! HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!!
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    Trattoria Don PietroPrice: Moderate• Italian• Old Town
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    3.6
  • Renetta
    Las Vegas •20 reviews
    4.0
    Dined on May 31, 2025
    We had an awesome friends visit at Miguel’s. The service and food was great!
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    Miguel's Cocina - Old TownPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Old Town
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    4.6
  • OpenTable Diner
    San Diego •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on May 25, 2025
    We had a great time, beautiful view, and friendly attentive service.
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    Old Town Tequila Factory Restaurant & CantinaPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Old Town
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    3.8

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