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4.7
Exceptional(4979)
Price: Moderate
• Cocktail Bar • Downtown / Gaslamp
Booked 83 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.
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4.7
Exceptional(4334)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Little Italy
Booked 83 times today
Barbusa Local Modern Sicilian Restaurant.Lively atmosphere with our craft cocktails, handmade pastas, freshest seafood, delicate pizza, and our famous Sicilian Ribeye.Pizza Served from our stone fired oven.Gluten free and Vegan Items AvailableWHILE WE VALUE THE TIME OF ALL OUR LOYAL GUEST AND SMILING FACES, WE KINDLY REQUEST YOU LIMIT THE TIME SPENT AT YOUR TABLE TO 1 HOUR AND 30 MIN DUE TO MANDATED REDUCTION IN CAPACITY. THANK YOU FOR YOUR UNDERSTANDING AND SUPPORT, WE COULDNT BE MORE THRILLED TO HAVE YOU DINE WITH US!
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4.7
Exceptional(432)
Price: Moderate
• Breakfast • Kensington
Booked 38 times today
Bringing all-day brunch and grab-and-go coffee to Normal Heights, Madi is the upcoming daytime counterpart to Madison on Park, the well-established mid-century modern restaurant and bar that opened in University Heights in 2015. Offering a quick-service coffee counter fueled by Heartwork Coffee out of Mission Hills that’ll feature the full range of espresso drinks, specialty beverages, and tea as well as fresh pastries, Madi will also be an anytime option for sit-down breakfasts, mimosa-powered brunches, and casual lunches.Its breakfast menu ranges from waffle churro sticks and breakfast burritos to skirt steak eggs Benedict and a variety of pancakes based on a 60-year-old recipe from Madison co-owner Matthew, whose family runs a century-old breakfast spot in the midwest.Lunch will hinge on build-your-own grain and salad bowls along with lettuce wraps, ceviche, a burger, and a classic Tuna Melt!
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4.7
Exceptional(367)
Price: Moderate
• Tapas / Small Plates • North Park
Booked 40 times today
Tropical space adventure in South Park! Exotic cocktails. Interplanetary fusion small plates. Named Best Bars In America by Esquire Magazine. Reservations offer 90-minute experience like no other, venturing towards the outer limits of the tropical flavor galaxy! WALK INS WELCOME - Walk-in tables are available daily. Early arrival is encouraged and there is a paging system in the event of a waitlist.
A photo of Botanica restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(39)
Price: Moderate
• Cocktail Bar • North Park
Booked 14 times today
Botanica is a craft cocktail bar offering an exquisite selection of unique cocktails inspired by classic paintings. Our sexy and inviting space is perfect for enjoying artfully crafted drinks paired with delectable small bites. Step into our lounge and experience a fusion of artistic elegance and sophisticated flavors.
A photo of Siamo Napoli restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(1336)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • North Park
Booked 29 times today
Specializing in Napolitano style pizza and pasta. We focus on clean fresh ingredients that thrive in our home land and make simple foods the star. We have a full bar with hand crafted drinks and a range of wines from Napoli and beyond.
A photo of Et Voilà! French Bistro - San Diego restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(2570)
Price: Moderate
• French • North Park
Booked 25 times today
Et Voilà! is a vibrant neighborhood bistro, located along the North Park corridor. Et Voilà! French Bistro showcases Chef Vincent Viale’s talents, mixing French classics with a modern accent. Find local and seasonal products building upon French recipes from various regions, such as Steak Frites, Coquilles St. Jacques, and soufflés. Explore the diverse regions of France through a curated wine list, and taste a variety of distinct local ingredients with our crafted cocktails. Et Voila! French Bistro is the destination for those looking for a vibrant dining experience, or even for those looking for a simple glass of wine and informal bite at the bar. No reservations accepted for happy hour Please be on time to your reservation. Note that your allocated time slot starts at the time of your reservation and NOT when your party is complete. (1.30 hours for 2, 1.45pm for 3/4 people) We likely will not be able to extend your time if you are running late . Thank you for
A photo of Ironside Fish & Oyster restaurant
4.5
Awesome(4592)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Little Italy
Booked 75 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. Groups of 6 or more will be charged an automatic 20% gratuity. 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 Benihana - San Diego, CA restaurant
4.0
Excellent(7462)
Price: Moderate
• Japanese • Mission Valley
Booked 162 times today
Welcome to Benihana, a dining experience unlike any other! Our guests are seated at communal tables in groups, where your personal chef will perform the ancient art of Teppanyaki. Watch as we slice and dice, preparing a meal that will dazzle your eyes as well taste buds, whether you choose mouth-watering steak, tender chicken or succulent seafood. You can also enjoy sushi prepared by a talented sushi chef and indulge in a specialty cocktail.
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4.6
Exceptional(349)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary Italian • Little Italy
Booked 49 times today
"Roman Wolves is more than a bar and restaurant; it's a celebration of epicurean tapestry of what Italians call the Eternal City" said Nino Cusimano. "We've created our own take on the enduring essence of Rome's legacy and it's significant historical, cultural, and culinary impacts on the Italian food scene"

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  • Don
    San Francisco Bay Area •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined today
    Mothership exceeded expectations for the quality of food, drinks and service. Our bartender, aside from being able to make 14 drinks at a time and carry on a conversation, was super chill and very nice. The interior decor is very cool and the quality of drinks will keep you coming back after the first time.
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    MOTHERSHIPPrice: Moderate• Tapas / Small Plates• North Park
    4.7
  • Christina
    Las Vegas •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Creative cocktails and delicious small bites. We had a wonderful time.
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    BotanicaPrice: Moderate• Cocktail Bar• North Park
    4.6
  • Wendy
    San Diego •1 review
    4.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    First time here, was very busy waitress was busy but it was fine. Very noisy thought. Food was really delicious though -have been looking for a great burger and I think we found it!!! Tasty and the thin fries were just the way I like them. Made my day
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    MadiPrice: Moderate• Breakfast• Kensington
    4.7
  • SteveVIP
    San Diego •10 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    we had the most magical experience at sea level restaurant on Harbor Island in San Diego. What a beautiful day it must’ve been 80° with a clear sky overlooking the San Diego skyline. We were so fortunate to have my favorite waitress, Bernadette she has the best smile and the best attitude of any server, waitress waiter I know in all of San Diego county. And having gone there so many times in the past 10 or 12 years, we got to know the best assistant to server, his name was Jimmy attention to detail is unbelievable and he’s so pleasant and he recognizes us every time we come there we had a great experience and the food was incredible and I don’t want to say this out loud but my wife and I split the fish and chips and for an extra three dollars you get four pieces of fish instead of three love this place you can’t do better than an afternoon outside at C level.
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    C-LevelPrice: Moderate• Cocktail Bar• Downtown / Gaslamp
    4.7
  • Chan
    San Diego •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    This place never disappoints! Rosanna was the nicest server and took care of us perfectly. The service and the food was wonderful like always. We couldn’t have picked a better place to spend our anniversary.
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    BarbusaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Little Italy
    4.7
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