Best Restaurants for Anniversaries in University City/Golden Triangle

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Cuisine

AmericanItalianSeafoodMexicanPizzeriaComfort Food

Regions

North San DiegoSan Diego

Neighborhoods

Del MarLa JollaOld TownPacific BeachRancho Santa FeTorrey Pines

Top Rated

CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

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7 restaurants available nearby

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A photo of Javier's - La Jolla restaurant

1. Javier's - La Jolla

4.6

Exceptional(3883)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mexican • La Jolla

Booked 157 times today

JAVIER'S presents a rich heritage of elevated Mexican cuisine in a friendly, captivating ambiance. Enjoy hand-shaken margaritas, rare tequilas, craft cocktails and a vast selection of beer and fine wines. Dine with us in the main dining room, al fresco patios, one of our semi private dining rooms, or at the exquisite bar surrounded by one of the West Coast's largest selection of the world's finest tequilas. We at JAVIER'S consider all our wonderful customers a part of our family and thank them for their support and sharing in the success and joy that is JAVIER'S. Come experience the freshness of our original Mexican cuisine in a warm, friendly environment at one of our five locations.Please be advised we don't allow strollers. If you bring your stroller we have a designated area to store your stroller while you dine.

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2. The Shores Restaurant - La Jolla Shores Hotel

4.2

Awesome(2495)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • La Jolla

Booked 61 times today

Welcome to beach dining – La Jolla style. Walk straight from the sand into The Shores Restaurant, where you’ll enjoy fantastic ocean views, our open-air patio, a casual ambiance with warm hospitality, and a family-friendly menu meant to please any kind of taste. A big part of the California lifestyle is beach-style dining. The Shores Restaurant is a perfect example with dishes designed by Executive Chef Michael Vaughn. Serving breakfast, lunch, dinner, and beachside cocktails, the delicious fare is complimented by unparalleled views of the Pacific Ocean just outside the floor-to-ceiling windows.

3. Torreyana

3.8

Excellent(123)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Californian • Torrey Pines

Booked 3 times today

From breakfast to dinner and everything in between, the dining options at Torreyana are designed with you in mind. Savor delicious dishes prepared with only the freshest ingredients, or unwind with a craft cocktail by the outdoor fire pits at sunset. Additionally, enjoy an all-star selection of craft beer while you catch a game in the lounge on our 14 HD TVs including an 82-inch TV with surround sound.

4. Ambrogio15

4.9

Exceptional(872)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Pizzeria • Pacific Beach

Booked 6 times today

Ambrogio15 Pacific Beach offers an authentic Milan-style pizza experience with a modern Italian twist. Located on Turquoise Street between Pacific Beach and La Jolla, we’re a go-to destination for Italian cuisine in San Diego. Led by Chef Enea Sintoni, our menu features signature paper-thin pizzas, handmade pastas, and classic dishes with creative flair. Inspired by Italy’s rich culinary heritage and enhanced with contemporary techniques, each dish is crafted using fresh, high-quality ingredients. Our award-winning wine list highlights organic, natural, and biodynamic Italian wines, curated to elevate every dish. Whether you're craving pizza, pasta, or a relaxed night out near the ocean, Ambrogio15 Pacific Beach delivers a vibrant and refined dining experience.

5. Jake's Del Mar

4.7

Exceptional(10758)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Del Mar

Booked 118 times today

Aloha friends of Jake’s Del Mar! We are open for indoor and outdoor dining, takeout, and delivery. Visit jakesdelmar.com to view our menus or place a takeout order online!Jake’s is the quintessential California oceanfront dining experience. The eclectic menu compliments the casual, yet elegant restaurant atmosphere right on the Del Mar shore. With chef-driven California coastal fare, craft cocktails, and unforgettable ocean views, it’s the best of the west coast. Whether for a date night or a celebration with friends and family, Jake’s serves up something special every time.

6. The Pony Room

4.8

Exceptional(1614)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• American • Rancho Santa Fe

Booked 56 times today

The Pony Room is a favorite among locals and resort guests alike. In addition to an extensive selection of all expressions of agave spirits, it is also home to one of Southern California's most impressive wine and hand-crafted, seasonally inspired signature cocktail lists. The Pony Room serves exceptional, American inspired comfort classics with daily specials.Live Music 7 nights a weekJoin us every Saturday and Sunday for Brunch on our beautiful hacienda inspired terraces from 11am to 2pm.

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7. Baci Restaurant - San Diego

4.9

Exceptional(1958)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Old Town

Booked 8 times today

Baci Ristorante offers diners a hint of old world Italian charm, with plush booths, white tablecloths, and gracious servers clad in tuxedos. While the decor is subtly modern, the menu is classic, celebrating Northern and Southern Italian cuisine. Specialties include classic pasta dishes, veal, and fresh seafood, with especially tempting daily specials offered by Executive Chef Domenico Alioto. In addition to the cuisine, the restaurant's charming and welcoming features--include an extensive wine list, elegant patio setting, and romantic main dining room--have made Baci a consistent favorite among locals for over 30 years.

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Colleen
Portland / Oregon •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Consistently good pizza and salads. Mediterranean salad and Fennel salad I really enjoy.
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Ambrogio15Price: Moderate• Pizzeria• Pacific Beach
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4.9
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Zoe
1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
My friends and I had a really good experience and excellent treatment, definitely would recommend.
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Javier's - La JollaPrice: Moderate• Mexican• La Jolla
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4.6
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JimVIP
San Diego •160 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
We caught a great day at the restaurant and then enjoyed a great hamburger, onion rings and wine for lunch. Noise level…hmmm….how do you count the waves and beach noise? Love it. Been there a few times and we will be back!
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The Shores Restaurant - La Jolla Shores HotelPrice: Moderate• American• La Jolla
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4.2
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Norm
San Diego •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jun 23, 2025
Service was excellent, food amazing and ambience great
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Jake's Del MarPrice: Moderate• American• Del Mar
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4.7
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ChristyVIP
San Diego •16 reviews
4.0
Dined on Dec 4, 2024
Service was wonderful, beautiful setting. Food was just OK, we had the bread with hummus, which was a little heavy, the cauliflower bowl had too much lettuce and not enough vegetable.
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TorreyanaPrice: Expensive• Californian• Torrey Pines
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3.8

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