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1. The Grass Skirt
4.7
Exceptional(738)
Price: Expensive
• Polynesian • Pacific Beach
Booked 27 times today
From beverage director Eric Johnson love of tiki cocktails, to corporate executive chef Brian Redzikowski’s mastery of southeast asian cuisine, the grass skirt combines the fun, lighthearted, escapist nature of tiki culture, with the creativity and unsurpassed food and beverage quality guests have come to expect from SDCM restaurants.
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2. Firehouse American Eatery and Lounge
4.6
Exceptional(197)
Price: Moderate
• American • Pacific Beach
Booked 7 times today
FIREHOUSE restaurant, at the forefront of upscale-beach dining, sits in the heart of Pacific Beach. Wedged between local Fire Station 21 and Ocean Walk, FIREHOUSE offers an eclectic compilation of classic American dishes and beach side, craft cocktails. FIREHOUSE maintains its iconic patio with the signature fire pit and 4 private seating cabanas. A retractable awning provides shade on hot days and warmth in the winter for all our ocean-view dining tables.
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3. Union Kitchen & Tap Pacific Beach
4.6
Exceptional(5)
Price: Expensive
• American • Pacific Beach
At UNION PB, we proudly declare a "Culinary Revolution." Our menus are meticulously crafted to showcase the quality and purity of each ingredient. Our chefs, devoted to their craft, infuse every dish with innovation. Our creative mixologists serve up classic and progressive cocktails, each balanced with a broad spectrum of specially selected spirits and liqueurs. Our emphasis on interesting and artisanal winemakers, along with our showcase of house-made cocktails and craft beers, adds distinguished appeal to your experience. Just a stones throw from Mission Blvd. UNION is more than a dining experience, it is a place where people come together. Join a community dedicated to crafting unforgettable moments and forging lasting connections. Welcome to the heart of UNION Kitchen & Tap.
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4. 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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5. Beaumont's
4.7
Exceptional(927)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • La Jolla
Booked 16 times today
Established in the heart of La Jolla’s Bird Rock seaside community in 2005, Beaumont’s Neighborhood Eatery has been a central meeting spot for locals to gather for fabulous food, hand-made cocktails, and top-rated entertainment in a casual, yet contemporary atmosphere earning its title as the “heart and soul of Bird Rock”. Nightly happy hour and a fantastic dinner menu are just the beginning, because a full bar and live local music add to the great vibe. You’ll find Beaumont’s weekends a need to be at event for brunch!
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6. 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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7. Waterbar San Diego
4.5
Awesome(399)
Price: Moderate
• American • Pacific Beach
Booked 21 times today
Located alongside the vibrant ocean-front boardwalk in Pacific Beach, Waterbar offers only the best in tantalizing menus, innovative libations, panoramic views, and lively entertainment. Our “social seafood” menu is inspired by East coast, West coast and Baja cuisines, and transforms the freshest flavors through our chef’s unique renditions of coastal classics. Flavor-forward craft cocktails, local micro-brews, national brand favorites, and a diverse wine list are offered across comfortable bar seating, community-table dining, and intimate ocean-side tables. Waterbar’s thriving, energetic environment captures the passion of San Diego’s iconic coastline for an unforgettably satisfying experience.
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8. Oceana Coastal Kitchen
4.5
Awesome(1309)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Pacific Beach
Booked 14 times today
Oceana Coastal Kitchen features chef-driven, California cuisine along with modern, ocean-inspired design. The restaurant offers a memorable bayfront dining experience at an iconic Pacific Beach hideaway.The airy waterfront restaurant includes several distinct dining areas such as a quartz-topped cold bar embedded with mother of pearl and sea glass. The focal point in Oceana Coastal Kitchen's main dining room is an impressive 800-gallon aquarium, while a sliding window fully opens to showcase unobstructed views of Mission Bay.Oceana Coastal Kitchen offers an al fresco experience for guests, complete with sleek booths and tables with sweeping panoramic waterfront views. Led by Executive Chef Paul Arias, favorite menu items include the Oceana House Roll, the Harris Ranch Ribeye, and the Striped Seabass.We are excited to announce that we have been recognized by TripAdvisor as a 2023 Traveler’s Choice Best of the Best award winner, ranking 10th in the country for “Everyday Eats.”
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9. Sea & Sky
4.4
Awesome(238)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • La Jolla
Booked 12 times today
Welcome to Sea & Sky, Hotel La Jolla’s new penthouse dining experience with breathtaking ocean views. Indulge in a meticulously crafted menu that highlights the bounty of coastal California. Feast on the freshest seafood and locally sourced ingredients as Sea & Sky takes you on a culinary journey, where the flavors of the ocean meet the infinite horizon.Sea & Sky will also offer an innovative drink menu with regional California and Valle de Guadalupe wines, as well as handcrafted cocktails with ingredients from around the world. Please join us for Jazz brunch every Sunday. Happy hour offered daily in the bar and lounge from 3PM - 5PM (reservations not accepted). Complimentary self parking. Please note on Mondays we offer a limited menu in our lounge and bar.
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10. Tidal
4.4
Awesome(1158)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • Mission Bay
Booked 20 times today
Join us at our Tidal Waterfront Restaurant for a seafood focused Sothern California dinning experience! Enjoy locally sourced ingredients and beautiful views on our outdoor Tidal Deck or pick up dinner and take it with you back to your bungalow guest room.For parties of 13 or more please visit our website www.tidalsd.com

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