The Best 242 Restaurants Near Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego Airport - Old Town

242 restaurants available nearby

1. Herb & Wood

4.7

Exceptional(5541)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Little Italy

Booked 112 times today

A timeless, sought-after dining escape, celebrated Chef Brian Malarkey opened Herb & Wood to instant acclaim over four years ago. In that time, the restaurant has become an icon, a dining destination that has helped to propel San Diego's culinary reputation to new heights. By focusing on rustic, wood-fired dishes, Chef Malarkey's menu elevates humble ingredients such as carrots, beets, and chicken, incorporating Mediterranean flavors and a California ethos of seasonality and sustainability.

2. Coasterra

4.5

Awesome(6593)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Harbor Island

Booked 63 times today

Coasterra is San Diego’s premier bay front dining destination! We are an innovative and modern restaurant, lounge and floating event center, featuring Mexican cuisine.

3. Barbusa

4.6

Exceptional(3751)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Little Italy

Booked 99 times today

Barbusa Local Modern Sicilian Restaurant.Lively atmosphere with our craft cocktails, handmade pastas, freshest seafood, delicate pizza, and our famous Sicilian Ribeye.Pizza Served from our stone fired oven.Gluten free and Vegan Items AvailableWHILE WE VALUE THE TIME OF ALL OUR LOYAL GUEST AND SMILING FACES, WE KINDLY REQUEST YOU LIMIT THE TIME SPENT AT YOUR TABLE TO 1 HOUR AND 30 MIN DUE TO MANDATED REDUCTION IN CAPACITY. THANK YOU FOR YOUR UNDERSTANDING AND SUPPORT, WE COULDNT BE MORE THRILLED TO HAVE YOU DINE WITH US!

4. C-Level

4.7

Exceptional(3739)

Price: Moderate

• Cocktail Bar • Downtown

Booked 128 times today

Resting on stilts atop San Diego By C Level Lounge, is an upscale-casual lounge on the waterfront overlooking the city skyline and Coronado.

5. Cesarina

4.9

Exceptional(4332)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Ocean Beach

Booked 179 times today

Cesarina is a grandmother, a mother, a daughter—our personification of a nurturer who feeds and cares for her community. From meticulous attention to detail and fresh ingredients to the warm and inviting atmosphere, this restaurant is a celebration of the power of food and family.

6. Juniper & Ivy

4.6

Exceptional(7385)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Little Italy

Booked 77 times today

Juniper and Ivy delivers a chef-driven menu that uses hand-selected, seasonal ingredients crafted with precision, passion, and creativity. Daily offerings rotate, based on the top ingredients brought in by local farmers and fishermen that morning.Founded by Owner Michael Rosen, with James Beard Nominated Chef Anthony Wells at its helm, Juniper’s kitchen is backed by a supergroup of culinary minds that produce one of the most refined yet imaginative menus in town. Pair that with pristine attention to detail and unsurpassed breadth of knowledge from our front of house team and award-winning wine list for an unforgettable dining experience.For all groups 9 and larger contact Kirsten Trelenberg: events@juniperandivy.com or call 619.487.9627

7. El Agave

4.7

Exceptional(2151)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Old Town

Booked 12 times today

Experience the true flavor of Mexico at San Diego’s premier Mexican cuisine destination.Established in 1996, El Agave Restaurant & Tequileria offers its patrons a unique dining setting withinthe largest tequila museum in the United States – with over 2,700 tequilas on display – alsorepeatedly voted the #1 tequila bar in the country. Nestled in historic Old Town, San Diego, it is theperfect place to enjoy a business lunch, romantic date, rehearsal dinner or to simply relax andunwind sipping find tequila with friends.

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8. Brigantine at Portside Pier

4.6

Exceptional(3363)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Downtown

Booked 91 times today

The Brigantine is more than just home to some of San Diego’s finest seafood. It’s a place where locals and visitors alike come to share a lively atmosphere and authentic sense of community. The Morton family opened the first Brigantine on Shelter Island in 1969, with a vision that embraced the beach town lifestyle, a dedication to flavorful food, and a passion for friendly service. Today, we’re known far and wide for our San Diego-style surf and turf. From our award-winning fish tacos and freshly shucked oysters, to classic filet mignon or our perpetually best-selling marinated grilled swordfish. Always prepared to exceed expectations, and served with a smile. You can stop in at any neighborhood Brigantine and get a taste of the local flavor, from regionally inspired specials, to custom cocktails and home town craft beers. At the Brigantine we make first timers feel like regulars, and consider regulars part of the family. So come by often, and share our taste for life.

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9. Great Maple San Diego

4.8

Exceptional(3943)

Price: Moderate

• American • Hillcrest

Booked 65 times today

We Serve Dinner, Lunch, Brunch and Weekday Breakfast. We are a modern American eatery featuring seasonal fare, fresh house made pies, and local produce cocktails. We have a full bar and a social wine list. Open for Outdoor dining!

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10. Benihana - San Diego, CA

4.2

Awesome(6429)

Price: Moderate

• Japanese • Mission Valley

Booked 116 times today

Welcome to Benihana and 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. Benihana’s famous showman chefs are legendary in San Diego. The restaurant is located near hotel row off the 8 Freeway, exit Mission Center Drive. Benihana is near Mission Bay, SeaWorld, Balboa Park and the San Diego Zoo.On-site valet parking is avaliable for $8.00 per vehicle.

Restaurants near Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites San Diego Airport - Old Town

Price

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242 restaurants available nearby

1. Herb & Wood

2. Coasterra

3. Barbusa

4. C-Level

5. Cesarina

6. Juniper & Ivy

7. El Agave

8. Brigantine at Portside Pier

9. Great Maple San Diego

10. Benihana - San Diego, CA

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