Best Restaurants for Groups in Kensington

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23 restaurants available nearby

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1. Fortunate Son

4.6

Exceptional(234)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Chinese • North Park

Booked 46 times today

“Among my chef friends and the epicurean elites, aka “foodies”, the conversation around great Chinese food was always centered around authenticity, with classic American Chinese takeout dishes not considered authentic. But, having grown up in the Chinese American restaurant my parents have worked at for the past 25 years, I’ve always seen it as a by-product of enormous creativity and ingenuity of Chinese Immigrants. They adapted to what was available to them in the early 20th century and created some of the most iconic dishes in the history of this country,

2. Madison

4.4

Awesome(3155)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • University Heights

Booked 28 times today

With their stunning design, classic cocktails & highly acclaimed fare, Madison finds itself among San Diego's can't miss restaurants! Serving many of Michelin recognized Chef Mario Cassineri classic dishes, perfect for Date Night of celebrating with friends. ʜᴀᴘᴘʏ ʜᴏᴜʀ - ᴇᴠᴇʀʏᴅᴀʏ 4-6ᴘᴍᴛᴜᴇꜱᴅᴀʏ - ʟɪᴠᴇ ᴊᴀᴢᴢ 7-9ᴘᴍᴡᴇᴅɴᴇꜱᴅᴀʏ - ᴅɪɴɴᴇʀ ᴡɪᴛʜ ᴅᴏɢꜱᴛʜᴜʀꜱᴅᴀʏ - ᴅᴊ ꜱᴘɪɴɴɪɴɢ ᴏʟᴅ ꜱᴄʜᴏᴏʟ ᴠɪɴʏʟꜰʀɪᴅᴀʏ & ꜱᴀᴛᴜʀᴅᴀʏ ɴɪɢʜᴛ - ᴀʟᴡᴀʏꜱ ᴀ ᴘᴀʀᴛʏ ᴡᴇᴇᴋᴇɴᴅ ʙᴏᴏᴢʏ ʙʀᴜɴᴄʜ - ʟɪᴠᴇ ᴅᴊꜱꜱᴜɴᴅᴀʏ ɴɪɢʜᴛ - ʟᴀᴛɪɴ ᴊᴀᴢᴢ 6-8ᴘᴍ

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3. Benihana - San Diego, CA

3.7

Very Good(7783)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Japanese • Mission Valley

Booked 104 times today

Welcome to Benihana, a dining experience unlike any other! Our guests are seated at communal tables in groups, where your personal chef will perform the ancient art of Teppanyaki. Watch as we slice and dice, preparing a meal that will dazzle your eyes as well taste buds, whether you choose mouth-watering steak, tender chicken or succulent seafood. You can also enjoy sushi prepared by a talented sushi chef and indulge in a specialty cocktail.

4. Lumi

4.7

Exceptional(756)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Sushi • Downtown

Booked 25 times today

Lumi is an upscale rooftop restaurant and nightlife destination by world-renowned Chef Akira Back, located in the heart of San Diego’s Gaslamp Quarter. Known for bold Japanese cuisine with Korean influence, Lumi serves inventive dishes like AB Tuna Pizza, colorful sushi rolls, and handcrafted cocktails. Set above 5th Avenue, the space features panoramic city views, vibrant art installations, two rooftop bars, and fire pits that set the tone for stylish dinners and late-night energy. Just steps from Petco Park and the Convention Center, Lumi is ideal for group dining, celebrations, and private events. Whether you're here for dinner, drinks, or a night under the stars, Lumi delivers an unforgettable experience from start to finish.

5. Roman Wolves

4.7

Exceptional(435)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Italian • Little Italy

Booked 23 times today

"Roman Wolves is more than a bar and restaurant; it's a celebration of epicurean tapestry of what Italians call the Eternal City" said Nino Cusimano. "We've created our own take on the enduring essence of Rome's legacy and it's significant historical, cultural, and culinary impacts on the Italian food scene"

6. LIPS - San Diego

4.9

Exceptional(152)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • North Park

Booked 9 times today

Lips has been San Diego's ULTIMATE in Drag Dining for 25 years! Dinner, Drinks & fabulous Drag Shows, as well as Brunch on Saturdays & Sundays. Enjoy a great meal & cocktails served up by over-the-top Drag Queens. DIFFERENT SHOWS WEDNESDAY THRU SUNDAY. Wed: Bithcy Bingo; Thur: Dining with the Divas; Fri: Glitz & Glam Dinner; Sat: 2 Dragalicious Brunches & 2 Glitz & Glam Dinners; Sun: 2 Gospel Brunches & Sunday Nite Showstoppers. ***Prices- Wed/Thur/Sun Dinner: $35.95(shoe & 3-course dinner, drinks additional); Sat/Sun Brunch: $42.95(Show, meal & bottomless Mimosas/Champagne/Bloody Mary; Fri/Sat Nite: $49.95(show & 3-course dinner,drinks additional) All shows subject to 7.75%sales tax & 20% suggested gratuity; $12 celebration package for Birthdays/Bachelorette/Anniversary/Promotion/Graduation. 16+ to enter; 21+ to Drink. GOVERNMENT ID REQUIRED-ALL IDS CHECKED AT THE DOOR

7. Fort Oak

4.8

Exceptional(438)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Mission Hills

Booked 18 times today

An ode to fire and sea, Fort Oak delivers the bold, wood-fired flavors that define Chef Brad Wise’s signature style. Centered around a live-fire hearth, the restaurant offers elevated yet approachable dishes alongside a refined seafood and raw bar. Smoke is the through line - simple, high-quality ingredients are transformed by flame into plates full of depth and character. Dry-aged ribeyes, duck, and whole branzino showcase the hearth’s intensity, while freshly shucked oysters and seafood towers bring a raw, briny counterpoint. And while the meats and seafood command attention, the vegetables have earned a reputation of their own - charred, caramelized, and layered with surprising complexity. Some say they steal the show - but that’s up to you to decide.

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8. Cocina 35 - Downtown

4.4

Awesome(71)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Downtown

Booked 26 times today

Breakfast? you got to try the Best Chilaquiles in San Diego!

9. Civico 1845

4.5

Awesome(2520)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Little Italy

Booked 25 times today

A new generation of Italian cuisine - fresh, light and authentic. By using proper cooking techniques, our flavors are natural and pure. Our menu is a homage to our region Calabria and southern Italian roots reflecting what is being served in Italy today. You can also find an extensive vegan menu that incorporates many of the best Italian dishes. We have been the first restaurant in the USA to have a full Italian Vegan menu since 2015! We believe in sustainability, both in our food and in the design of our restaurant. While our menu focuses on locally grown and seasonal ingredients, our bar and dining areas were created using reclaimed, natural materials. Nothing goes to waste at Civico 1845!

10. Swing Social

4.1

Excellent(20)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown

Booked 1 time today

Swing Social is a high-energy dining and drinking experience in the heart of San Diego's Gaslamp Quarter. The restaurant features three Full Swing simulators, over 13 interactive virtual sports, exciting cocktails, spirited décor, and handcrafted fare. Swing Social is the perfect place to enjoy a night out with friends or family. The restaurant offers a variety of menu items, including appetizers, entrees, desserts, and drinks. Swing Social also has a happy hour menu with discounted food and drinks. The restaurant is open for lunch, dinner, and brunch on weekends. Swing Social is a great place to watch sports, play games, and enjoy a delicious meal. The restaurant is also available for private events.

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Divina
Toronto / Ontario •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Food was AMAZING! Definitely will eat here again again! Customer services was good
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Roman WolvesPrice: Moderate• Contemporary Italian• Little Italy
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4.7
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TyneishaVIP
Los Angeles •10 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Always a great experience and the food was excellent! Chef Paul is awesome!
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Benihana - San Diego, CAPrice: Moderate• Japanese• Mission Valley
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3.7
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Nohemi
San Diego •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We finally made it to Fortunate Son in North Park and wow — what a vibe! The food was incredible, packed with bold flavors and made fresh. Every dish we ordered hit the spot. The ambience is super cool, retro Chinatown-meets-modern San Diego, and the service was on point the entire night. The best surprise? The prices! For the quality of food, drinks, and overall experience, it was way more affordable than we expected. Definitely a new favorite spot — already looking forward to our next visit!
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Fortunate SonPrice: Moderate• Chinese• North Park
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4.6
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OpenTable Diner
San Diego •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
We had a wonderful birthday dinner here! Connor did a fantastic job as our server. He was knowledgeable, decisive, helpful, and went above and beyond. The atmosphere was fun and had a beautiful view of the city. The food and drinks were unique and delicious. Highly recommend!
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LumiPrice: Expensive• Sushi• Downtown
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4.7
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Andrew
San Diego •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
It was very fun, good music, good food. Stingy with bread but other than that it’s very good.
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MadisonPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• University Heights
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4.4

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