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4.6
Exceptional(6679)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Downtown
Booked 36 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.
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4.7
Exceptional(4235)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Downtown
Booked 166 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.
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4.9
Exceptional(5558)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Ocean Beach
Booked 187 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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4.6
Exceptional(6497)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Little Italy
Booked 91 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(4941)
Price: Moderate
• Cocktail Bar • Downtown
Booked 108 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 insideOUT restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(2355)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Hillcrest
Booked 58 times today
insideOUT is Hillcrest's elevated restaurant and lounge, and San Diego's only urban oasis! We are an 18+ venue.Our current Holiday Oasis Experience will be ending this Sunday, January 5th! 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.
A photo of Lala restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(139)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Little Italy
Booked 18 times today
From the Owners of Barbusa .we bring you "Lala" a captivating blend of modern and classic Italian cuisine, paired with handcrafted cocktails in a cozy, sexy-chic ambiance. Our menu showcases timeless Italian flavors with a contemporary twist, from traditional Stuffed Shells to inventive loaded potato gnocchi. The intimate atmosphere, with dimmed lights and plush furnishings, sets the stage for romantic dinners or vibrant gatherings.Our bar is a haven of mixology artistry, featuring classic Negronis and signature creations like the "Lala Martini." Sustainability is a core value—we source responsibly and implement eco-friendly practices in both the kitchen and the bar. "Lala" isn't just a restaurant; it's a community that appreciates culinary excellence, inviting you to savor the extraordinary in every bite, sip, and moment. Join us for a celebration of Italian cuisine, crafted with contemporary flair, and served in an ambiance that exudes romance.
A photo of Animae restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(3260)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary Asian • Downtown
Booked 104 times today
ANIMAE’s eclectic West Coast cuisine, layered with Asian influences, comes to life under Celebrated Chef Brian Malarkey. Applying a California cooking style to ANIMAE’S traditional coal-fired oven and grill, Chef Malarkey’s menu is as thoughtful as it is refined, elevating local produce and seasonal ingredients to create a lively and progressive culinary program.
A photo of Ironside Fish & Oyster restaurant
4.5
Awesome(4571)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Little Italy
Booked 101 times today
Little Italy was built by the fishing industry. Ironside attempts to continue that narrative. It's our contemporary interpretation of the classic fish house and oyster bar. Located in a historic auction house on India St we did a full comprehensive restoration of the building, with three open-air culinary hubs featuring an expansive raw bar, chefs table, and bakery. We tried to be mindful of the past while looking towards the future. A 4% surcharge will be added to all guest checks.Ironside is now taking reservations for patio and dining room seating. We are now offering Happy Hour MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY FROM 3:00PM - 5:00PM.
A photo of Juniper & Ivy restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(8073)
Price: Expensive
• Unspecified • Little Italy
Booked 92 times today
Juniper & Ivy is the perfect date night spot. With its beautifully decorated ambiance and top-notch, locally sourced food, it sets a romantic vibe. As one reviewer noted, 'Such great service and ambiance. Set a great vibe for a great night.' The innovative, stylish, and delicious dishes, along with an award-winning wine list, make it a go-to for couples celebrating anniversaries or just looking for a special evening out.
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  • Daniel
    San Diego •1 review
    4.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Had to place our entire order at once — server wouldn’t take drink order first, so around 45 minutes into the reservation, wine finally came out. Went on a Tuesday and the noise level was insane. Could hardly hear my dinner date unless nearly shouting. Acoustics of the space are just awful. Food was pretty good, though, garlic bread was like a savory cinnamon roll, pizza was decent. Not sure I’d return though, given the experience itself.
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    SenecaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Downtown
    4.7
  • CindyVIP
    San Diego •8 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Amazing celebration after our wedding. The food is always great and our server, Jessie was cheerful, appreciative of our celebration, brought a mud pie as a wedding cake and genuinely joined in to make our experience so festive and joyful! The bay was beautiful with clear blue skies. It could not have been better. Thank you for helping us celebrate the day.
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    C-LevelPrice: Moderate• Cocktail Bar• Downtown
    4.7
  • CherylVIP
    San Diego •22 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Everything was exceptional here! Attentive service, great choices of food and drinks, and a warm and inviting atmosphere. We ordered way too much food because we wanted to try everything.
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    AnimaePrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary Asian• Downtown
    4.8
  • FlindaVIP
    California Central Coast •24 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Everything about the food was excellent including the oysters, the lobster bisque, the Caesar salad and especially the fish and chips. Our drinks were well made and worth the money. The view is amazing and the service is great. Don't miss this experience when you are in San Diego.
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    Tom Hams LighthousePrice: Expensive• Seafood• Downtown
    4.6
  • shaniqua
    San Diego •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    I am beyond satisfied with my experience. I had been waiting for a year for the chance to have this experience. So when I randomly caught an open reservation I had to take it. The food was amazing, the beef short rib was amazingly tender. I was honestly drawn to the ambience and was blown away. The snow falling at the top of the hour was a great addition. We walked the venue and took lots of pictures as well.
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    insideOUTPrice: Expensive• Californian• Hillcrest
    4.8
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