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insideOUT, San Diego, CA

insideOUT

4.7 (2634)
$31 to $50
Californian
1642 University Ave, Suite 100, San Diego, CA 92103

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 25 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
  • Great for creative cocktails
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.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Californian, Mediterranean, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Bar Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–10:30 pm Fri 4:00 pm–12:00 am Sat 10:00 am–11:45 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (619) 888-8623
  • Website
    http://insideoutsd.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Johnny Duran
  • Private party facilities
    insideOUT® features unique indoor and outdoor semi-private event spaces, as well as a full venue buyout option. It all starts with an idea! Let our Private Events Manager, Christine Kerns, elevate it for you. Please contact christine@insideoutsd.com for more details and walk-throughs.
  • Location
    1642 University Ave, Suite 100, San Diego, CA 92103
  • Neighborhood
    Hillcrest
  • Cross street
    Centre Street
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    https://accesshillcrest.com/
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 2,634 people are saying

insideOUT reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • San Diego

    Californian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
InsideOUT offers a "wonderful experience" with its "beautiful ambiance," "delicious food," and "excellent service." Many rave about the "gorgeous decor" and "fun atmosphere," making it ideal for celebrations. The menu features standout dishes like the "Seabass" and "Filet Mignon," with a seasonal twist. Highly recommended for brunch and dinner!
2,634 Reviews

  1. Trish

    San Diego1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was our first time here at Inside Out! Perfect place for a date, special occasion or just because! We will definitely be back! Grant was amazing and we truly enjoyed our dinner there. The sweet potato fries were the best!

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  2. Fereshta

    San Diego2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I have never had this kind of service anywhere!!!!! Every staff member is just so kind and friendly! You don’t see that everywhere! Three different servers would come to our table to make sure that we’re doing okay on top of our own server! I love this place!

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  3. Cecilia

    San Diego5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful ambience with great music. Delicious food and drinks. Excellent service.

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  4. Brandee VIP

    San Diego9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food here was AMAZING!!!! Kudos to the Chef!!! We all had the Australian Hot Stone Prime Rib and it was seriously one of the best I’ve ever had!!!! I just wish they still had all their spring oasis decor still up. Love this place and will definitely be back real soon!!!

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  5. Mark

    San Diego1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Just went there for drinks and appetizers. Restaurant makes the most of the overall space that they have as the venue basically backs right up to an apartment complex. My wife got the Raspberry Lemon Mock Mule, which presented very nicely and tasted refreshing. I got the Hye Rye (old fashioned). It was fine. I got it because it was on their happy hour menu. For an appetizer, we got the arancini. Very good. We’ll go back to enjoy some different cocktails and stay for dinner.

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  6. Justin

    Washington, D.C. Area1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    insideOUT was amazing! We went here for our anniversary and had a wonderful time. The staff were friendly and very accommodating! Will definitely come back again!

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  7. Joyce

    San Francisco Bay Area2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
     I celebrated my birthday there and we had so much fun even brought a candle with a very chocolatey fudge cake

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  8. Josh

    New York City10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and service. Everyone loves it! Benedicts are so good!

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  9. Ka Wai VIP

    San Diego31 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on June 22, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    We went for Sun brunch. The food wasn’t special at all, it definitely not worth the price for a mediocre food. The natural feel environment is very relaxing but we will not be back.

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  10. Angelica VIP

    San Diego10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I enjoyed my delicious breakfast, the ambiance, decor and our waiter was the bomb!

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FAQs

insideOUT is rated 4.7 stars by 2634 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 25 times today
Google Map for insideOUT

1642 University Ave, Suite 100, San Diego, CA 92103

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Centre Street
  • Neighborhood
    Hillcrest
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–3:00 pm Bar Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–10:30 pm Fri 4:00 pm–12:00 am Sat 10:00 am–11:45 pm Dinner Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Fri 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Californian, Mediterranean, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    https://accesshillcrest.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Johnny Duran
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://insideoutsd.com/
  • Phone number
    (619) 888-8623
  • Private party facilities
    insideOUT® features unique indoor and outdoor semi-private event spaces, as well as a full venue buyout option. It all starts with an idea! Let our Private Events Manager, Christine Kerns, elevate it for you. Please contact christine@insideoutsd.com for more details and walk-throughs.

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