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A photo of Tom Hams Lighthouse restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(6654)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Downtown
Booked 41 times today
Tom Ham’s Lighthouse was built in 1971 by a man who was not afraid to put his name on his product. Rooted in warm welcomes & excellent food, Tom Ham made his lifelong dream a reality. Tom Ham’s Lighthouse is the only restaurant in the US to have a USCG operated & maintained Lighthouse attached to it. You can locate us on any modern nautical map as Beacon #9. Featuring a 100% responsibly resourced seafood menu & award winning Sunday Champagne Brunch, we are a must when it comes to the San Diego food scene. The dining room, purposely shaped like the state of California, allows for groups as grand as 50 yet private enough for a couple’s night out. Holiday brunches have been long time family traditions for many San Diegans. Start your family’s tradition this next holiday. With the best views of the Downtown City Skyline, Coronado & San Diego Bay, Tom Ham's is & remains a San Diego tradition in dining excellence since 1971.
A photo of Coasterra restaurant
4.5
Awesome(7537)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Harbor Island
Booked 56 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.
A photo of C-Level restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(4876)
Price: Moderate
• Cocktail Bar • Downtown
Booked 76 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.
A photo of Cesarina restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(5466)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Ocean Beach
Booked 168 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.
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4.7
Exceptional(4139)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Downtown
Booked 129 times today
Roman trattorias are a timeless expression of simplicity. Immune to the lure of gastronomic experimentation and ego. In Rome, no chef can cook better than the mothers and grandmothers before them. Our goal is to merge the dogmatic approach of Roman cooking with the amazing abundance of ingredients available to us in San Diego. A True Roman Holiday In SD. A 4% surcharge is added to all guest checks.
A photo of Bali Hai Restaurant restaurant
4.5
Awesome(5972)
Price: Expensive
• Polynesian • Shelter Island / San Diego Bay
Booked 31 times today
Exotic Pacific dining on an enchanted tiki island.The Bali Hai Restaurant has been a favorite in San Diego for over fifty years. Our spectacular views of the San Diego bay and the downtown skyline make us the perfect location for any special event. Along with our dining room upstairs, our premise possesses three different and versatile private rooms. The flexibility of multiple private facilities allows us to accommodate any type of party. We host weddings, class reunions, birthdays, anniversaries, concerts, memorials, festivals, fundraisers, business meetings, seminars, and corporate events.
A photo of Island Prime restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(8324)
Price: Moderate
• Steakhouse • Downtown
Booked 68 times today
Resting on stilts atop San Diego Bay, Island Prime overlooks the city skyline and Coronado.
A photo of Juniper & Ivy restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(8013)
Price: Expensive
• Unspecified • Little Italy
Booked 70 times today
Nationally-acclaimed Juniper and Ivy-consistently ranked "Best of the Best" by San Diego Magazine, and recognized as a Michelin Guide Bib Gourmand establishment-is a foodie paradise on the edge of San Diego's Little Italy. The kitchen delivers a constantly rotating, chef-driven menu that uses hand-selected, seasonal ingredients crafted with precision, passion, and creativity. Founded by Owner Michael Rosen, Juniper's kitchen is backed by a supergroup of culinary minds that produce one of the most refined yet imaginative menus in town, paired with an award-winning wine list from the city's top sommeliers.
A photo of Herb & Wood restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(6444)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Little Italy
Booked 69 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.
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4.7
Exceptional(2275)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Hillcrest
Booked 27 times today
insideOUT is Hillcrest's elevated restaurant and lounge, and San Diego's only urban oasis! We are an 18+ venue.We are excited to announce our highly anticipated Holiday Oasis Experience beginning Thursday, November 7th! Visit our website for additional information under "Happenings."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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  • Johnvip
    San Diego •42 reviews
    5.0
    Dined today
    C-Level is my favorite restaurant in San Diego. I take friends there to celebrate birthdays. The mud pie is amazing for a celebration. The wait staff are friendly, professional and always there to refill your water glass. the view of San Diego cannot be beat!!
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    C-LevelPrice: Moderate• Cocktail Bar• Downtown
    4.7
  • Jaimevip
    San Diego •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    We absolutely loved the decor and view here. The whole vibe was amazing. Our table was on the patio and we had beautiful views all night as the sun set and buildings all lit up. The food was good, but the chef somehow misjudged the lemon on everything. Alot of what we ordered that was prepared with lemon had way too much lemon. We couldn't eat our broccolini (and we ordered 2 large plates of it for the table) because it was so sour with the lemon. I mentioned it to the chef but he didnt do anything about it. He did however bring us a birthday treat which was very special. We had a wonderful time and will for sure be back! Thank you so much!
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    SenecaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Downtown
    4.7
  • Leslievip
    Denver / Colorado •72 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    This was our first visit, we didn’t know this wonderful restaurant was here. It’s tucked in front of the airport and offers fantastic views of the bay and the San Diego skyline. Service was excellent, the patio was phenomenal, and the food was excellent too. We will remember this gem and will be back!
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    Tom Hams LighthousePrice: Expensive• Seafood• Downtown
    4.6
  • Vincevip
    San Diego •21 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Great thanksgiving feast with breathtaking view of the bay and San Diego’s skyline. Service was extremely friendly and professional. The staff constantly attend to your needs. One of them even helped carry one of my plates back to the table. The food selection was very eclectic and included hand crafted soups, multiple meat carving stations, and a wide variety of salads, side dishes, and desserts. Will definitely consider coming back here for future holiday feasts. Thank you coasterra for a wonderful experience.
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    CoasterraPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Harbor Island
    4.5
  • Yelenavip
    Sacramento / Sacramento Valley •11 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Cesarina absolutely blew me away this time! it was such an upgrade from my last visit! From the moment we walked in, everything felt elevated, from the ambiance to the exceptional service. Travis, our server, went above and beyond to make the evening special. His friendly demeanor, expert recommendations, and genuine attentiveness added so much to the experience. The pasta was out of this world, fresh, flavorful, and cooked to perfection. And don’t even get me started on the tiramisu! Every bite was pure bliss and a testament to the care and passion this restaurant puts into its craft. This visit truly changed the game for me. Cesarina isn’t just a restaurant; it’s an experience, and with service like Travis provided, it’s one I’ll definitely be back for! Highly recommend for anyone craving authentic Italian cuisine with a modern, welcoming touch.
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    CesarinaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Ocean Beach
    4.9

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