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1. Tako
4.1
Excellent(87)
Price: Expensive
• Sushi • Old Town
Booked 6 times today
Nestled in the most historic neighborhood in California, Old Town San Diego, there is plenty to see and do. We strive to provide an unforgettable experience with top notch cocktails, the freshest fish & ingredients available, and unmatched atmosphere....21+ Speakeasy, If the light is on we're Open!
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2. Officine Buona Forchetta
4.5
Awesome(528)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Point Loma
Booked 62 times today
Located in the heart of the historic Liberty Station neighborhood, Officine Buona Forchetta blends award winning Neapolitan-style pies and Northern Italian upscale entrees in a family-friendly, approachable space.
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3. Paradisaea
4.7
Exceptional(596)
Price: Very Expensive
• Californian • La Jolla
Booked 13 times today
A celebration of food, cocktails, art, and warm hospitality. Housed in the historic Piano Building, in the heart of the vibrant community of Bird Rock, Paradisaea is a destination restaurant and bar, that San Diegans frequent for crave-able, accessible fare, executed at the highest level.
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4. Bali Hai Restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(6043)
Price: Expensive
• Polynesian • Shelter Island / San Diego Bay
Booked 45 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.
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5. El Sueño
4.1
Excellent(200)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Old Town
Booked 37 times today
Coming Soon to Open Table!Vibrant Mexican Food and Craft Cocktails.
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6. El Agave
4.8
Exceptional(2494)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Old Town
Booked 39 times today
Experience the true flavor of Mexico at San Diego’s premier Mexican cuisine destination.Established in 1996, El Agave Restaurant & Tequileria offers its patrons a unique dining setting withinthe largest tequila museum in the United States – with over 3,000 tequilas on display – alsorepeatedly voted the #1 tequila bar in the country. Nestled in historic Old Town, San Diego, it is theperfect place to enjoy a business lunch, romantic date, rehearsal dinner or to simply relax andunwind sipping find tequila with friends.
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7. Ponyboy at The Pearl Hotel
4.7
Exceptional(66)
Price: Expensive
• American • Point Loma
Booked 6 times today
Nearly 70 years after its arrival onto the San Diego boutique hotel landscape, Point Loma’s iconic mid-century modern Pearl Hotel has unveiled the latest chapter in its storied history with an ambitiously reimagined restaurant and bar: Ponyboy. The inspiration behind Ponyboy extends beyond its décor and menu. Named after the protagonist of S.E. Hinton’s The Outsiders, the restaurant conveys the spirit of individuality and rebellion in a time when hope and resilience were pivotal to navigating the challenges of a changing world. Guests will sense the nod to cultural iconography as they step into a space that feels familiar and refreshingly new. The ambiance is designed to harken back to a bygone era when traditional American comfort foods and elaborate dinner parties were both fashionable and fun. We look forward to seeing you soon, drink in hand, soaking in the sun pool-side. Stay gold, San Diego.
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8. Casa De Freds, Tacos y Tequila
4.5
Awesome(323)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Old Town
Booked 15 times today
ABOUT FREDS OLD TOWN | Since 2001, Casa de Freds in Old Town has been bringing the fiesta to San Diego. Freds is the place for amigos - both new and old - to have a great time while enjoying quality food, fresh margaritas and a festive atmosphere. The menu offers a wide variety of delicious, Baja-infused selections that are made from fresh, high-quality ingredients. The vibrant decor and great music provide a unique dining experience right in the heart of historic Old Town. The restaurant offers plenty of versatility for groups of many sizes. The large outdoor patio is dog friendly, so bring in your furry friends and check out the doggy menu! The outdoor bar is a fantastic spot to enjoy the San Diego sun, whether you are here for the weekend or live down the street. Freds newly renovated Fiesta Cantina is the perfect place to watch your favorite sporting events. The Cantina also offers daily specials that will keep your tummies, glasses and pockets full. Thanks Amigo!
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9. Old Town Tequila Factory Restaurant & Cantina
4.2
Awesome(1151)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Old Town
Booked 10 times today
Welcome to Old Town Tequila Factory Restaurant & Cantina, a hillside retreat in San Diego offering authentic Mexican food, refreshing margaritas, and breathtaking views from Old Town to Mission Bay. Enjoy fresh tortillas and churros, live music, and rooftop patio dining. Plus, free parking! Located atop the Best Western Plus Hacienda Hotel, we're right across the street from Heritage Park on Juan Street. Bring your friends and family for an All American Breakfast Buffet, dive into our Taco & Tostada Lunch Buffet, or sit down for a plated Dinner. On Sundays, enjoy our Bottomless Brunch Buffet, or stop by after work for Happy Hour on the Tequila Terrace. Whether you're here for a meal, a special event, or just to sip on our famous margaritas, we can't wait to welcome you.
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10. Cosmopolitan Restaurant
4.0
Excellent(341)
Price: Moderate
• American • Old Town
Don't miss this an opportunity to join us at The Cosmopolitan Restaurant & Hotel. Currently, we are open for Special Events & Holidays, only. The Cosmopolitan Hotel & Restaurant is a Victorian style boutique hotel in the heart of Old Town, San Diego. The Hotel boasts a beautiful outdoor garden restaurant setting and is equipped with 1800's Victorian style indoor Sala's. We look forward to hosting you on your next event and hope you will join us for one of our beautiful Holiday dining experiences.

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  • robert
    Orange County •24 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Valley high is our family San Diego go to restaurant and has been for the last 15 years, possibly longer. What keeps us coming back is the great food and the best mai tai this side of Dukes in Hawaii, paired with spectacular views of the San Diego skyline and Coronado Bay, and great service and affordable prices. The ambience is a wonderful, kitschy throwback to very best that mid-century Tiki has to offer. OpenTable always makes it so much easier, so long as you plan ahead. We’ll be back there again sometime soon! You can count on that!!
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    Bali Hai RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Polynesian• Shelter Island / San Diego Bay
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    4.6
  • NicoleVIP
    California Central Coast •12 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    This place is a must try. The quality and taste is amazing. The staff is also very friendly and attentive. Would definitely come back.
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    El SueñoPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Old Town
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    4.1
  • Sonu
    Seattle / Eastern Washington •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    We were traveling from Seattle and Chicago. As vegan, we highly appreciated this restaurant had options for us that were not just salad. Food tasted good, portion size was good. Nice views. Overall, a great experience!
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    TakoPrice: Expensive• Sushi• Old Town
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    4.1
  • JanetVIP
    San Diego •65 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Great service, amazing food and very attentive. We loved the pizza, salad, appetizer and pasta. Outside is cold and not many seats inside
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    Officine Buona ForchettaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Point Loma
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    4.5
  • SamanthaVIP
    London •28 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Great decor, food quality and interesting preparations.
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    ParadisaeaPrice: Very Expensive• Californian• La Jolla
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    4.7

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