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1. insideOUT
4.7
Exceptional(2637)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Hillcrest
Booked 133 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.
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2. Juniper & Ivy
4.8
Exceptional(8321)
Price: Expensive
• Farm-to-table • Little Italy
Booked 62 times today
Juniper & Ivy is a culinary gem in San Diego, offering an innovative, seasonally-driven menu crafted with precision and passion. Reviewers laud the restaurant for its exceptional service, with one stating 'From the time you are greeted at the door to the time you leave, you are served by smiling, knowledgeable, positive-energy individuals who take pride in making your dining experience the very best it can be.' Another review highlights the 'unique and delicious treats all over the menu' and 'impeccable ambiance'. With top-notch service and a menu that consistently impresses, Juniper & Ivy is definitely worth the drive.
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3. Gravity Heights Mission Valley
4.8
Exceptional(311)
Price: Moderate
• American • Mission Valley
Booked 24 times today
We’re not out to take the San Diego beer scene by storm or reinvent the wheel because the truth is, there’s no shortage of good breweries in San Diego. Instead, our aim is to pair that good beer with the same delicious food, exceptional service and genuine hospitality we’re known for so you never have to compromise one for the other again. Situated in Mission Valley, our 9,000 square foot brewpub includes a full service restaurant, an expansive and lush outdoor beer garden, and a pretty stellar team to make sure you always have good food in your mouth and a solid beer in your hand.
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4. Wormwood
4.7
Exceptional(912)
Price: Very Expensive
• French • North Park
Booked 32 times today
Wormwood invites you to step into a bygone era, where poets, artists, and dreamers found inspiration in the Green Fairy. Tucked between North Park and University Heights, our whimsical corner of San Diego offers a French dining experience like no other—where each dish is crafted with passion, paired with curated wines and signature cocktails, and brought to life by exceptional service. Whether in our cozy dining room, enchanting patio, or hidden Secret Garden speakeasy, every evening is a journey of flavor and hospitality.Now, we welcome you to experience Wormwood’s weekend brunch, every Saturday and Sunday. Indulge in a refined menu, sip handcrafted cocktails and artisanal coffee, and embrace a slower, more romantic pace to start your day. On Sundays, live jazz fills the air—transporting you to Belle Époque Paris with every note.Brunch at Wormwood is a celebration of indulgence, connection, and the art of hospitality. A morning affair you won’t want to miss.
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5. Trust Restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(1212)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • North Park
Booked 52 times today
We’re a neighborhood restaurant, at our heart. A place for our community to gather, to celebrate, to raise yet another glass in a toast to good tidings. We believe in bold flavors, cooked simply over an open flame. We believe in seasonality, in forging relationships with local farmers, makers, and purveyors to bring you the bounty this fine city has to offer. We believe in the power of wine and cocktails to elevate your meal, to create an experience that, when paired with superior service, creates something completely unique, forging a bond of trust, one would say, between you and us. These four walls were meant for you. Welcome.
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6. Et Voilà! French Bistro - San Diego
4.9
Exceptional(2695)
Price: Moderate
• French • North Park
Booked 16 times today
Et Voilà! is a vibrant neighborhood bistro, located along the North Park corridor. Et Voilà! French Bistro showcases Chef Vincent Viale’s talents, mixing French classics with a modern accent. Find local and seasonal products building upon French recipes from various regions, such as Steak Frites, Coquilles St. Jacques, and soufflés. Explore the diverse regions of France through a curated wine list, and taste a variety of distinct local ingredients with our crafted cocktails. Et Voila! French Bistro is the destination for those looking for a vibrant dining experience, or even for those looking for a simple glass of wine and informal bite at the bar. No reservations accepted for happy hour Please be on time to your reservation. Note that your allocated time slot starts at the time of your reservation and NOT when your party is complete. (1.30 hours for 2, 1.45pm for 3/4 people) We likely will not be able to extend your time if you are running late . Thank you for
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7. The Smoking Goat Restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(2733)
Price: Moderate
• French American • North Park
Booked 18 times today
The Smoking Goat is an award-winning California-French bistro located in the heart of North Park, San Diego. We have received the Gold Medallion for the best French Bistro in San Diego three years running. Inspired by his European Farm-to-Table up-bringing and culinary training at Le Cordon Bleu Paris, Executive Chef and Owner Fred Piehl, marries classic French cuisine with the bounty of San Diego in a way that is rustic, yet refined, imaginative, yet unpretentious. The dinners served feature in-season local, sustainable and organic ingredients and provide guests with a unique culinary experience, reminiscent of the European countryside. Boasting a carefully selected wine and beer list and chef and bartender attention to select spirits to create craft house cocktails, The Smoking Goat assures there is always the correct pairing available.
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8. Huntress
4.6
Exceptional(915)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Downtown
Booked 32 times today
Bold, flavorful, and built to impress - without the fuss. At Huntress, we serve crave-worthy steak and seafood alongside unexpected bites, house-made pastas, and shareable starters that make any night feel like the right night to indulge. From signature burgers and dry-aged tomahawks to glazed prawns, shrimp & mussel spaghetti, and our Magic Mushroom for two, our menu is playful, polished, and always worth a return visit. Known for unforgettable dishes, signature cocktails, and a lively vibe, Huntress brings just the right amount of indulgence to every night out. From spontaneous bar bites to full-on celebrations, guests come for the energy, stay for the flavor, and always leave planning their next visit.
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9. Crudo Ceviche & Oyster Bar
4.5
Awesome(232)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Little Italy
Booked 11 times today
Authentic Baja-Style Mexican Seafood Restaurant- Cevicheria & Oyster BarDiscover the bold flavors of authentic Mexican Baja-style seafood at our vibrant cevicheria and oyster restaurant. We specialize in fresh, locally sourced seafood, offering a unique selection of tostadas, tiraditos, aguachiles, clams and a wide variety of premium oysters. Whether you're craving classic ceviche or modern coastal dishes, our menu delivers the true taste of Baja California.
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10. Flora - North Park
4.6
Exceptional(125)
Price: Moderate
• American • North Park
Booked 24 times today
FLORA NORTH PARK BRUNCH: the latest refuge for brunch lovers and those daring enough to explore themselves—Flora, a cosmopolitan, farm-to-table gem that elevates each dish into an invitation for self-discovery. Flora North Park is an experience woven from thoughtfully curated ingredients, each food group inspiring you to explore different facets of yourself. Choose from dishes with classic, golden yolks to the unexpected.………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..…………………………………………………………………..…… FLORA NORTH PARK DINNER: Everyone who’s anyone is positively buzzing about our After Hours. Flora will transform into an intimate soirée—a world of small bites and artfully crafted cocktails. Imagine slipping into a scene where laughter mingles with the clink of glasses. Flora will be open from Thursday to Saturday, for those who want to linger a little longer.
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