Best Romantic Restaurants in Encanto

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East CountySan Diego

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Banker's HillBarrio LoganBay ParkChula Vista / BonitaCollege AreaCoronado

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1. Bleu Boheme

4.6

Exceptional(3624)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• French • Kensington

Booked 7 times today

"World travel and its pleasures; items brought back from different places for décors; great stories shared with others; and very importantly, simple, yet delicious recipes from different cultures. Our mission is humble. It is simply for people coming to our restaurant to be transported around the world, and to travel with us for an evening, to a place of well-being and happiness."Bleu Bohème is designed to create a feeling of France's past generations. It mixes the Bohemian and artistic free spirited left bank of Paris with the roots and tradition of the rural areas. Bleu Bohème is a neighborhood restaurant that serves accessible, affordable and comforting French cuisine.

2. Botanica

4.6

Exceptional(69)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Cocktail Bar • North Park

Booked 9 times today

Botanica is a craft cocktail bar offering an exquisite selection of unique cocktails inspired by classic paintings. Our sexy and inviting space is perfect for enjoying artfully crafted drinks paired with delectable small bites. Step into our lounge and experience a fusion of artistic elegance and sophisticated flavors.

3. Cowboy Star

4.8

Exceptional(4911)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown

Booked 49 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.

4. MOTHERSHIP

4.7

Exceptional(444)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Tapas / Small Plates • North Park

Booked 62 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.

5. Callie Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(457)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Mediterranean • Downtown

Booked 49 times today

Callie represents Chef Travis Swikard's debut solo project after spending a decade working alongside the esteemed Chef Daniel Boulud in New York City. The restaurant’s name, "Callie," comes from the Greek word "kallos," meaning "the most beautiful," and embodies its blend of Mediterranean cuisine with local ingredients and terroir, from sea to land from San Diego, Swikard's hometown. In 2022, Callie was acclaimed as one of America's top new restaurants by Esquire and Robb Report, and received both a Bib Gourmand and a Plate from the Michelin Guide. Callie is a dedicated supporter of Feeding San Diego, having contributed over 1 million meals to those in need in San Diego since its launch. Swikard is set to open his second restaurant in La Jolla in 2025.

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6. Alexander's on 30th

4.8

Exceptional(3188)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • North Park

Booked 55 times today

Neighborhood gem located in the heart of the Historic North Park District, adjoining Balboa Park and the world famous San Diego Zoo. Specializing in homestyle Italian with Gourmet Flair. Hand made Pastas, Award Winning Pizza and Voted Best of Restaurants by San Diego Magazine "Most Romantic". Listed as Top 25 Places to Eat in San Diego "Before You Die" by San Diego Union Tribune. Make memorable celebrations on our beautiful patio, the perfect ambiance for any occasion. Remember to try our diners favorites, The Theodore's Fix Pizza and Baked Vodka Bolognese.Look forward to serving you soon!

7. Lumi

4.7

Exceptional(741)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Downtown

Booked 41 times today

Featuring world-renowned celebrity chef Akira Back, Lumi is an energetic and upscale rooftop experience serving innovative Japanese fare and sushi accompanied by handcrafted libations in a vividly unique atmosphere.

8. insideOUT

4.7

Exceptional(2552)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Californian • Hillcrest

Booked 49 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.

9. Romanissimo

4.3

Awesome(20)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Downtown

Booked 4 times today

Romanissimo, the newest restaurant in the Gaslamp Quarter, brings the bold flavors of Rome to San Diego Downtown. Conveniently located near the San Diego Convention Center, our upscale yet inviting ambiance is perfect for corporate dinners, private gatherings, and business events. Our menu features traditional Roman cuisine, from Cacio e Pepe to Oxtail Meatballs, all crafted with the finest ingredients. Whether you're entertaining clients or hosting a team dinner, Romanissimo delivers an unforgettable dining experience. Make your next event special at the top Italian restaurant in San Diego.

10. Madi

4.7

Exceptional(465)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Breakfast • Kensington

Booked 28 times today

Bringing all-day brunch and grab-and-go coffee to Normal Heights, Madi is the upcoming daytime counterpart to Madison on Park, the well-established mid-century modern restaurant and bar that opened in University Heights in 2015. Offering a quick-service coffee counter fueled by Heartwork Coffee out of Mission Hills that’ll feature the full range of espresso drinks, specialty beverages, and tea as well as fresh pastries, Madi will also be an anytime option for sit-down breakfasts, mimosa-powered brunches, and casual lunches.Its breakfast menu ranges from waffle churro sticks and breakfast burritos to skirt steak eggs Benedict and a variety of pancakes based on a 60-year-old recipe from Madison co-owner Matthew, whose family runs a century-old breakfast spot in the midwest.Lunch will hinge on build-your-own grain and salad bowls along with lettuce wraps, ceviche, a burger, and a classic Tuna Melt!

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GrantVIP
Los Angeles •35 reviews
5.0
Dined today
Loved Cowboy Star! The Bone-in Ribeye was really good. We had two other highlights. The sides we ordered including the mushrooms and the cauliflower were great! A true sign of a great restaurant. We also sat at the counter and watched the kitchen staff working hard to put all the meals together which added to the evening. Nice experience!
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Cowboy StarPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Downtown
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4.8
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FORREST
San Diego •1 review
5.0
Dined today
Amazing experience amazing service love this place
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Bleu BohemePrice: Expensive• French• Kensington
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4.6
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kateVIP
Utah •14 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
The food was great with the tasting menu and had a well thought out wine pairing. It was different from 2 years ago when we last ate here. I would definitely go back again
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Callie RestaurantPrice: Very Expensive• Mediterranean• Downtown
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4.8
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DanielVIP
San Diego •2 reviews
4.0
Dined 3 days ago
Fries were limp, not crisp. Fries underneath the top layer (which had the sauce) were tasteless. Crispy rice item was excellent. Salmon Bao Bun was bland and the bun was huge compared to the small piece of salmon. Churro dessert: churro pieces we few, small, and overcooked (so hard could barely get a fork in them). Great cocktails and vibe -- definitely go there for a drink, but eat elsewhere.
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BotanicaPrice: Moderate• Cocktail Bar• North Park
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4.6
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Dominic
San Diego •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Great place to go on a date. Drinks were delicious and we loved the attention to detail and cute garnishes. Bartenders were amazing!! Shout out to Al he's awesome!
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MOTHERSHIPPrice: Moderate• Tapas / Small Plates• North Park
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4.7

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