Restaurants near Santee Lake Regional Park

39 restaurants available nearby

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1. Junction 52 Bar & Grill

3.8

Excellent(6)

Price: Moderate

• American • El Cajon / Lakeside

As Santee natives, we opened 52 East Eatery to give Santee a local, family-owned restaurant that it could be proud of. Being so passionate about great food and great beer, we’re thrilled that we get to share everything we have to offer with the community. We're excited for the people of Santee to join us in setting a new standard for the quality of food, beer, and restaurants that make their way into our community.

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2. Banbu Sushi Bar & Grill

4.7

Exceptional(364)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • La Mesa

Booked 23 times today

Here at Banbu Sushi Bar & Grill we are committed to providing our customers with an excellent dining experience. Each dish on our menu is prepared using only the freshest and highest quality ingredients. Banbu Sushi Bar & Grill is unique with its classic Japanese design, fused with a modern bistro look combined with earth tones and lighting to create a visual atmosphere one can't forget!

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3. Brigantine La Mesa

4.8

Exceptional(4116)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • La Mesa

Booked 47 times today

A San Diego tradition since 1969, the Brigantine has received many accolades in our 40+ year history: "BEST SEAFOOD", "BEST CASUAL SEAFOOD", "BEST HAPPY HOUR", and even "BEST SWORDFISH IN THE WORLD", according to USA Today - just to name a few.Well-known for our signature Clam Chowder, Grilled Swordfish, and Crème Brûlée, the Brigantine is a favorite among locals for consistently fresh seafood, succulent steaks and grilled meats. With an updated nautical decor, the busy Oyster bar is hands-down the local favorite. Lush flowering foliage outdoors creates an elegant dining experience on one of two charming patios.The La Mesa Brigantine serves dinner 7 nights a week, lunch Monday-Saturday, and brunch every Sunday.Join us for our signature Happy Hour.

4. Casa Gabriela

4.7

Exceptional(689)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • La Mesa

Booked 38 times today

Chef Gabriela Lopez brings her elevated Mexican cuisine to Downtown La Mesa. Using her grandmother's recipes from Guadalajara crossed with her cosmopolitan upbringing in Tijuana, Chef Gabriela's menu features authentic hand-crafted dishes and imaginative takes on classic dishes. All of Baja California is represented along with influences from other regions in Mexico.The spacious outdoor garden, cozy loft, and private dining areas are the perfect places to enjoy tequila and mezcal based cocktails, family celebrations, or brunch with friends.

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5. 94th Aero Squadron - San Diego

4.0

Excellent(3182)

Price: Expensive

• American • Kearny Mesa

Booked 22 times today

For over 40 years, the 94th Aero Squadron Restaurant has been San Diego's landmark dining destination and is undoubtedly one of the most unique and memorable restaurants you will ever find. Located inside a replica of a World War I French farmhouse decorated with fascinating military memorabilia, antiques, and aviation relics, the restaurant overlooks Montgomery-Gibbs Executive Airport, and has a cozy and romantic ambiance, with large stone fireplaces, intimate booths, and beautiful views. The extensive menu features mid-western aged beef and the freshest seafood. Here you will find USDA Choice Prime Beef steaks, slow-roasted Angus prime rib, fresh fish, salad entrées, seafood, chicken, pasta dishes, and fabulous desserts. Their award-winning Bottomless Champagne Brunch is not to be missed. Beautiful outdoor patios, a very popular Happy Hour, and excellent banquet facilities help make the 94th Aero Squadron one of the greatest dining experiences in all of San Diego.

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6. Butcher Shop Steakhouse - San Diego

4.4

Awesome(2533)

Price: Expensive

• Steak • Kearny Mesa

Booked 11 times today

Reminiscent of a classic Chicago-style steakhouse, The Butcher Shop features only the finest quality mid-Reminiscent of a classic Chicago-style steakhouse, the ambiance is sexy, warm and intimate, with rich dark wood paneling, comfortable leather booths, gleaming brass and beautifully etched-glass panels.Indulge in the exquisite flavors of USDA Choice & Prime Midwestern steaks and chops, including our signature Prime Rib, slow-roasted to perfection to preserve its tender juiciness. All our steaks are expertly grilled over oak wood, imparting a delightful charred exterior and a hint of smoky richness. In addition to our stellar steaks, we offer a diverse selection that includes salmon, chicken, lamb, and pasta dishes, ensuring there's something to delight every palate.

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7. Black Angus Steakhouse - El Cajon

4.3

Awesome(2083)

Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • El Cajon / Lakeside

Booked 17 times today

WE’VE BEEN MASTERING OUR CRAFT SINCE 1964, so you could say we know a thing or two. Our cuts are aged at least 21 days, seasoned to excellence, expertly flame-grilled and served up just the way you like it. You’ve earned it. Whether you’re here to throw back a couple with old friends or trying to finish off the High Noon Feast on your own, there’s always a seat for you. So here’s to the nights you can’t remember and the steaks you won’t forget.

8. Antica Trattoria

4.8

Exceptional(2335)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Italian • La Mesa

Booked 32 times today

Antica Trattoria is a warm restaurant with an old-fashioned sense of hospitality that quickly became a gathering place for dinners in Lake Murray and the rest of San Diego when it opened in 2001. For Executive Chef and Owner Francesco Basile, good cuisine is about honest flavors, fresh ingredients, and simplicity. That's the kind of food he grew up eating by the seaside in Sicily and it's what he learned in culinary school in Italy.Why eat ordinary when you can eat extraordinary?About reservations: We have a 15-minute grace period. Please call us if you will be running later than 15 minutes. If a later time slot is available, you may be able to switch your reservation.We may contact you, so please ensure your email and phone number are up to date. Your table will be reserved for 1 hour 30 minutes for parties of up to 4 guests; 2 hours for parties of 5 to 8 guests; and 2 hours 30 minutes for parties of 9+. We cannot guarantee special request for tables.

9. Brigantine Poway

4.7

Exceptional(1212)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Poway / Rancho Bernardo

Booked 19 times today

In keeping with the Brigantine tradition of excellence, The Poway Brigantine features a generous assortment of appetizers on their widely popular "Share" menu. An abundant selection of fresh seafood and grilled meats round out the rest of the offerings.Newly redesigned at the end of 2006, The Poway Brigantine boasts a lively and contemporary atmosphere, unlike anything else in the area. Whether you're joining us for lunch, dinner, or happy hour, The Brig's casual and unpretentious atmosphere makes it the perfect everyday restaurant.With separate areas for private dining, The Brigantine is also an ideal place to make business connections, or celebrate special occasions with family and friends.Start your own community tradition and Meet Me at The Brig.

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10. Godfather Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(1805)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Kearny Mesa

Booked 15 times today

The Godfather, a Balistreri restaurant, is an Italian monument in downtown San Diego providing authentic cuisine from the hills of Italy. Established in 1974, The Godfather is a sophisticated and classy establishment that centers around generational recipes from both Northern and Southern Italy. Over the years, the quality of food and standard of service has never declined and thus garnered The Godfather a national recognition as one of the top twenty-five Italian restaurants in the entire nation. The menu is filled with classic favorites based in steak, chicken and pasta. For an intimate evening for two, try the Sicilian kiss prix fixe meal that includes a bottle of champagne.

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San Francisco Bay Area •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Everything from the staff to the ambience and food was outstanding. It was our first time there and we weren’t really sure what to expect but it didn’t disappoint. The waiters were extremely attentive and the food was delicious. We ordered three Parker rolls, Baba Ganoush, hamachi, King Trumpet mushrooms, roasted Branzino and roasted chicken and finished with the strawberry soufflé. The stands outs were the baba ganoush, mushrooms, Branzino and soufflé. An added bonus to the evening was seeing Brian Malarkey walking around the restaurant!
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Herb & WoodPrice: Expensive• Californian• Little Italy
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4.7
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Hawaii •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
We had such an amazing time celebrating a birthday. Keyrin was not our server, however she noticed we had questions and was extremely eager and helpful in answering them. She gave us plenty of menu recommendations. One being the Cabo Azul that we got and absolutely loved. That lobster enchilada with the poblano cream sauce was INCREDIBLE. After our meal she even came back to ask if we enjoyed it even though she wasn’t our server. Which we really appreciated. I wish I remembered our actual servers name because she was very attentive to us as well. Overall we had a great experience and will be back solely for that enchilada 😋
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Javier's - La JollaPrice: Moderate• Mexican• La Jolla
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4.6
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Tamara
San Diego •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Always a fun evening. Enjoyed our food and service.
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Benihana - San Diego, CAPrice: Moderate• Japanese• Mission Valley
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4.1
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RUBYvip
Las Vegas •54 reviews
5.0
Dined on Aug 31, 2024
We ordered sushi, sashimi, drinks, and dessert. Everything was pretty amazing.
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Banbu Sushi Bar & GrillPrice: Expensive• Seafood• La Mesa
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4.7
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KristinH
San Diego •15 reviews
5.0
Dined on Mar 5, 2022
Great spot, good food, fun environment.
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Junction 52 Bar & GrillPrice: Moderate• American• El Cajon / Lakeside
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3.8

Restaurants near Santee Lake Regional Park

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39 restaurants available nearby

1. Junction 52 Bar & Grill

2. Banbu Sushi Bar & Grill

3. Brigantine La Mesa

4. Casa Gabriela

5. 94th Aero Squadron - San Diego

6. Butcher Shop Steakhouse - San Diego

7. Black Angus Steakhouse - El Cajon

8. Antica Trattoria

9. Brigantine Poway

10. Godfather Restaurant

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