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Mister A's, San Diego, CA
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Mister A's

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$50 and over
Contemporary French / American
2550 Fifth Avenue, Ste 406, San Diego, CA 92103

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2 people
7:00 PM
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Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for scenic views
  • Fancy
Mister A's is the penthouse, fine-dining destination of San Diego, and has been for over 50 years. Located just a few minutes from downtown, you will take the elevator to the top floor and look back out over jetliners sweeping past at eye level, the San Diego skyline, bay and Pacific, while enjoying Modern American cuisine, hand-crafted cocktails, and one of Wine Spectator's top-rated wine lists in the country. The culinary staff hand-selects local farm produce and the highest quality ingredients in every category to offer you selections that are made from scratch in house for brunch, lunch, dinner.. or simply the finest rooftop drinks and appetizers in town.

Please visit our website for specific dress code guidelines: https://www.asrestaurant.com/contact/
(Guests not in dress code will be turned away)

Why they're an Icon

Executive chef: Stephane Voitzwinkler

From the OpenTable editors: This plush penthouse escape—open since 1965—reached new heights after a dramatic redesign. Thanks to a freshly added lounge, diners have better access to its skyline views. The French-American restaurant highlights local produce in throwback dishes like grilled blue prawns with charred shishitos and pan-roasted Alaskan halibut with corn.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary French / American, Farm-to-table, French
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat 10:00 am–1:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–1:30 pm Lunch Wed–Fri 11:00 am–1:00 pm Bar Mon–Thu, Sun 3:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:30 pm–11:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Catering
    For parties of 10 or more, it is necessary to call the restaurant directly for reservations. <br />
  • Private party facilities
    Our Private Dining Rooms are as follows:Rotunda Room: seating up to 28 (no AV)Blue Room: seating up to 18, (16 with AV) Downtown Room: seating up to 42 (no AV)A full buyout can accommodate 300 seated, 350 for standing reception
  • Private party contact
    Megan Royal: (619) 239-1377
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Cross street
    Laurel St.
  • Parking details
    Valet service is available for Friday Lunch & Dinner Service on the 4th Avenue side of the Manchester Financial Building ($20). Metered street parking is also available.
  • Entertainment
    Bertrand at Mister A’s restaurant offers one of the most exceptional city views in all of the country. A true site seeing experience with a panoramic view; which encompasses the breathtaking city skyline, San Diego Bay and harbor, Coronado Bridge, Point Loma, Sea World, Balboa Park, the world famous zoo and Mexico high a top Bankers Hill.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Mister A's Jazz Brunch

    Multiple dates available
    Mister A's will be offering a Jazz Brunch with New Orleans inspired cuisine along with our a la carte brunch menu. The Jazz brunch will only be featured on Saturdays and will include the option of listening to live music in the bar before being seated in the main dining room for an a la carte menu. Music will conclude at 1pm.
    Mister A's Jazz Brunch Photo
  • Mister A’s Rooftop Lobster Cookout 2025

    Jun 15, 2025 only
    Celebrate Father’s Day Weekend in Style at Mister A’s 2025 Lobster Cookout! Join us for a culinary celebration like no other on Sunday, June 15th, as Executive Chef Stephane Voitzwinkler fires up the grill live on our scenic east patio during Father’s Day brunch. Indulge in your favorite brunch dishes or savor our special lobster cookout offering: ½ or whole lobster paired with manila clams, andouille sausage, and more. Make this Father's Day one to remember—with unforgettable flavors and unbeatable views at Mister A’s. *Special Menu available on asrestaurant.com
    Mister A’s Rooftop Lobster Cookout 2025 Photo
  • Mister A's 1965- Old Globe

    $60.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Jun 25, 2025 only
    On Wednesday, June 25th, we honor The Old Globe, one of San Diego’s most iconic cultural landmarks, which has been enriching the community with world-class theater since 1935. The evening will feature a nostalgic culinary experience with dishes priced as they were in 1965, allowing guests to step back in time while supporting the arts. A special Blue Room display will pay tribute to The Old Globe’s storied history and its ongoing impact on the city’s creative life. This ticketed event is $60 per person, with all ticket proceeds directly supporting The Old Globe. All food menu items will reflect 1965 menu prices, but alcohol and other beverages will be available at 2025 menu pricing. Dress Code: Black Tie Elegance

Private dining

What 8,927 people are saying

Mister A's 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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Diego

    Best Ambiance

  • San Diego

    Best Ambiance

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Mister A's offers "unbelievable views" of San Diego, making it a "premiere restaurant" for special occasions. The ambiance is elegant, and the outdoor seating provides a stunning backdrop of the city. The service is "flawless," with attentive staff ensuring a memorable dining experience. Although pricey, the food is often praised for being "amazing" and well-prepared. Perfect for celebrations or a romantic evening, Mister A's is a standout choice for its "spectacular" views and exceptional service.

8,927 Reviews
  1. Eric

    Las Vegas5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a great experience and had reservations for outdoor seating. The heater did a perfect job and we were more than comfortable. Out waiter was excellent and came by often enough without being overly intrusive. We started with the tater tots with caviar, which was a nice plate to share. We had the rack of lamb the fillet scallops, and shrimp all were cooked extremely well with the exception of the scallops were a little overcooked on one side. The views were amazing. The noise level was perfect considering the planes were flying in most of the night. Overall, you’re paying a premium price for the views in the atmosphere, but in my opinion if you’re looking for a fine dining experience or a special occasion night, this would fill the bill.

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  2. Tyrone VIP

    Houston104 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always the best restaurant in San Diego. We celebrated our 12th anniversary there last night and everything was perfect. Matthew did a phenomenal job as our server. The food was perfect. Thanks for another great evening.

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  3. Fernando VIP

    San Diego17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I went with my wife and children.... Great service, spectacular views, good food

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  4. Sharon VIP

    San Diego55 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our "go to" place for special occasions . . . well, truth be told, any occasion is good.

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  5. Laura

    San Diego1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was phenomenal, and the service is amazing. They’re very kind and you get to see all the planes coming into San Diego. Super nice for a dinner :)

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  6. Marcel

    Anchorage5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It has been many years since my last visit to San Diego and Mr. A’s. Service, Food , Ambiance was as I remembered, excellent in every catagory, memorable romantic evening and honored my requests from my reservation . We will be back again!!!

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  7. Kevin

    San Diego2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is a restaurant for the times you want to dress up. If you want an elegant meal may be for a special day or just maybe dress up day it's perfect!! The food was of course perfect, the wine selection was fantastic and our server Isreal was absolutely wonderful.

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  8. Jason

    San Diego2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    This was probably our 10th visit to Mister A's but our first time in over one year. We had dinner here to celebrate our anniversary. Apparently there's new management / ownership now. The food and view are still excellent. Unfortunately the service has taken a bit of a downturn. It was still professional and friendly as you'd expect in a fine dining atmosphere but the overall attention to detail is just not what it once was. We also felt rushed to leave with the check presented to us very quickly after dessert and a few "table checks" that were a bit passive aggressive. The message was basically "are you done yet because we need this table" without ever saying those exact words. Might not be back to Mister A's with that change in mind. What's the point of fine dining if you're just ushered out like it's a busy night at the local Chili's??

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  9. Jeffrey

    Washington DC1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food, excellent service. Wendy took amazing care of us. Nice relaxing meal, sat outside, heat laps provided plenty of heat.

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  10. todd

    Los Angeles1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Unbelievable view! Great food. Awesome place for brunch.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
animated flamesBooked 55 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Mister A's

2550 Fifth Avenue, Ste 406, San Diego, CA 92103

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Laurel St.
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat 10:00 am–1:00 pm Sun 10:00 am–1:30 pm Lunch Wed–Fri 11:00 am–1:00 pm Bar Mon–Thu, Sun 3:30 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:30 pm–11:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary French / American, Farm-to-table, French
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet service is available for Friday Lunch & Dinner Service on the 4th Avenue side of the Manchester Financial Building ($20). Metered street parking is also available.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Entertainment
    Bertrand at Mister A’s restaurant offers one of the most exceptional city views in all of the country. A true site seeing experience with a panoramic view; which encompasses the breathtaking city skyline, San Diego Bay and harbor, Coronado Bridge, Point Loma, Sea World, Balboa Park, the world famous zoo and Mexico high a top Bankers Hill.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    For parties of 10 or more, it is necessary to call the restaurant directly for reservations. <br />
  • Private party facilities
    Our Private Dining Rooms are as follows:Rotunda Room: seating up to 28 (no AV)Blue Room: seating up to 18, (16 with AV) Downtown Room: seating up to 42 (no AV)A full buyout can accommodate 300 seated, 350 for standing reception
  • Private party contact
    Megan Royal: (619) 239-1377
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