Best Restaurants for Groups in Old Town

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San Diego

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DowntownHillcrestKearny MesaLittle ItalyMission HillsMission Valley

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1. El Sueño

4.4

Awesome(260)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Old Town

Booked 20 times today

Coming Soon to Open Table!Vibrant Mexican Food and Craft Cocktails.

2. Tako

4.4

Awesome(114)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Sushi • Old Town

Booked 3 times today

Nestled in the most historic neighborhood in California, Old Town San Diego, there is plenty to see and do. We strive to provide an unforgettable experience with top notch cocktails, the freshest fish & ingredients available, and unmatched atmosphere....21+ Speakeasy, If the light is on we're Open!

3. Fortunate Son

4.6

Exceptional(232)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Chinese • North Park

Booked 33 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,

A photo of Benihana - San Diego, CA restaurant

4. Benihana - San Diego, CA

3.7

Very Good(7774)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Japanese • Mission Valley

Booked 102 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.

5. Roman Wolves

4.7

Exceptional(433)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Italian • Little Italy

Booked 30 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. Lumi

4.7

Exceptional(754)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Sushi • Downtown

Booked 42 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.

7. Fort Oak

4.9

Exceptional(436)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Mission Hills

Booked 23 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.

8. Madison

4.4

Awesome(3152)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • University Heights

Booked 43 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

9. Civico 1845

4.5

Awesome(2517)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Little Italy

Booked 27 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!

A photo of Cocina 35 - Downtown restaurant

10. Cocina 35 - Downtown

4.5

Awesome(68)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Downtown

Booked 6 times today

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

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From verified diners like you

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Giovanni
San Diego •8 reviews
4.0
Dined 3 days ago
It’s a very good spot! Best lamb chops and branzino in San Diego!
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Roman WolvesPrice: Moderate• Contemporary Italian• Little Italy
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4.7
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Iscader
San Diego •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Nice food and drinks, I’ll be back for sure …………….
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El SueñoPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Old Town
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4.4
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Tina
San Diego •4 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jun 11, 2025
Great food. Steak and seafood was amazing. Had a great time.
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Benihana - San Diego, CAPrice: Moderate• Japanese• Mission Valley
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3.7
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PATRICIA
Edinburgh/Midlothian •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jun 11, 2025
Food was excellent staff were attentive everything was lovely
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Fortunate SonPrice: Moderate• Chinese• North Park
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4.6
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NataliaVIP
San Diego •24 reviews
4.0
Dined on May 11, 2025
We loved the service , the quality of the food was appropriate, for us some of the fusion of the dishes was a bit off and not great. We were also disappointed that there were pictures of past menus in open table and they did not offer these plates any longer.
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TakoPrice: Expensive• Sushi• Old Town
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4.4

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