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  • OpenTable Diner
    San Diego •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    We went here for our Anniversary. We were immediately surprised by a “Happy Anniversary “ printed on our menu. Service was top notch. I tried Wagyu for the first time and was not disappointed. Im glad I waited this long to try it because now I feel like I am instantly spoiled. How does one want to have anything less after trying Wagyu? The presentation for each food item was beautiful. I would come here again!
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    Cowboy Star$$$$• Steakhouse• Downtown / Gaslamp
    4.8
  • JohnD
    Orange County •16 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Jan 2, 2023
    Our server McKenna was outstanding and made some recommendations we thoroughly enjoyed. The Amalfi G m T was s perfect balance is quality gin and specialty tonic. The charred octopus was delicious as was the rest of our meal including the striped bass and the rigatoni Nonna. Lavo never disappoints. Great way to start OSS the new year
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    LAVO Italian Restaurant - San Diego$$$$• Italian• Downtown / Gaslamp
    4.6
  • OpenTable Diner
    San Diego •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on Jan 2, 2023
    My boyfriend and myself enjoyed his birthday dinner as it was both our first time at STK. Definitely would go back.
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    STK- San Diego$$$$• Steakhouse• Downtown / Gaslamp
    4.3
  • HOLLYMvip
    Washington, D.C. Area •47 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Jan 2, 2023
    The best Santa Barbara Lobster I’ve ever had. Great atmosphere and service.
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    Water Grill - San Diego$$$$• Seafood• Downtown / Gaslamp
    4.6
  • OpenTable Diner
    San Diego •7 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Jan 1, 2023
    Going to lunch at Fogo de Chao has been a New Years Day tradition for about 10 years now. The Staff is always friendly. They ensure you get the cuts of meat that you like the best. The salad bar alone could be your meal. It has incredible choices and variety. The meat is absolutely the star of the experience. There’s everything you could want, numerous cuts of beef, sausage, ribs, lamb, it is all delicious.
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    Fogo de Chao - San Diego$$$$• Brazilian• Downtown / Gaslamp
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Discover Gaslamp Quarter

The Gaslamp Quarter near San Diego’s historic downtown has some of the best nightlife in the city. The district is a great place to shop during the day, and it plays host to several of San Diego's largest festivals each year. Along with large nightclubs, this district hosts some of the city's best restaurants and features an array of dining options. New American cuisine based on foods grown in California is offered in many restaurants in this 16-block area. The neighborhood's Victorian architecture also houses establishments serving everything from fresh seafood and steakhouse fare to excellent sushi, Italian dishes, and Mexican favorites. In addition to an array food options, diners in the Gaslamp Quarter can enjoy some of the most expansive wine lists in California.

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Dog friendly restaurants in Downtown San Diego include Puesto at the Headquarters, Edgewater Grill and Sally's Fish House & Bar

Child friendly restaurants in Downtown San Diego include C-Level, The Prado at Balboa Park and Tom Hams Lighthouse

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