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A photo of The Shop - Ocean Beach restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(14)
Price: Moderate
• Pizza Bar • Ocean Beach
THE SHOP PIZZA + WINE is a family owned and operated restaurant in Ocean Beach, specializing in west coast deep-dish and traditional crust pizza, served with a range of fresh salads, appetizers, and sandwiches -- all made from scratch daily. Our menu is simple but well-executed, with a focus on local, organic, and sustainable ingredients. Our signature crust isn’t New York…it isn’t Chicago.. it is West Coast Deep Dish. Come check it out for yourself!Not feeling like pizza? Our selection of fresh salads, pastas, sandwiches, or appetizers will satisfy any mood! All made from scratch… right here.We offer a thoughtful selection of wine and beer, focused on small and ecologically conscientious producers. Explore our wine program and find unique varietals, expressions, and styles that you perhaps haven't enjoyed before! All wines are available by the glass, flight, bottle, or to go.
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4.9
Exceptional(5452)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Ocean Beach
Booked 169 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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4.7
Exceptional(4120)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Downtown / Gaslamp
Booked 104 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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4.5
Awesome(7532)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Harbor Island
Booked 52 times today
Coasterra is San Diego's premier bay front dining destination! We are an innovative and modern restaurant, lounge and floating event center, featuring Mexican cuisine.
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4.5
Awesome(121)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Little Italy
Booked 29 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 Ironside Fish & Oyster restaurant
4.4
Awesome(4533)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Little Italy
Booked 80 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.
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4.7
Exceptional(6429)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Little Italy
Booked 78 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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4.8
Exceptional(399)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Ocean Beach
Booked 47 times today
Benvenuti Nella Mia Cucina, Belli De Nonna! Before we dive into the delicious feast prepared for you, let me give you a little taste of my vita. I was born in the heart of Rome, and I've been cooking up a storm my entire life! My cucina has always been the center of the universe for my 3 daughters, 5 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren, their friends, loved ones, and acquaintances – everyone was always Benvenuto!Now, we've brought that same love and flavor right here to San Diego. My beloved grandson, Niccolo', and his amore, Cesarina, are opening the doors of my Cucina with the same warm heart and passion.Wondering how I made it to 95? Well, it's simple: I ate everything that's served here and filled my life with amore! So, Benvenuti! Don't hesitate to indulge in "Scarpetta" - dip that bread into the sauce, just like my grandchildren used to do at the stove when they thought I wasn't looking.Here, Belli De Nonna, it’s all about food, family, and creating beautiful memories!
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4.8
Exceptional(3183)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary Asian • Downtown / Gaslamp
Booked 78 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.
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4.7
Exceptional(4863)
Price: Moderate
• Cocktail Bar • Downtown / Gaslamp
Booked 85 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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  • Vincentvip
    Washington, D.C. Area •69 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    We chose Cesarina because they make their own pasta in-house as well as their sauces and everything else. Wow - what a great meal! We waited at the bar overlooking the pasta being made so when we were seated, we decided to start with a ravioli and separately, carpaccio. Both were outstanding with some type of truffle oil over the tender carpaccio making it fantastic! We had the Norma sauce (with eggplant) with pasta and the meaty Mafalde al Sugo Napoletano with ribs and sausage and it was made perfectly! We were too stuffed for dessert and boxed up the leftover but will definitely return.
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    CesarinaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Ocean Beach
    4.9
  • Mike
    Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    The service was top notch and the food was great. The view was fabulous. We went for my 34 year anniversary and it was fantastic. I highly recommend it.
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    SenecaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Downtown / Gaslamp
    4.7
  • Emily
    Las Vegas •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Amazing food and staff. It was so cool to see elevated Filipino food, and it was my girlfriend’s first time trying A5 Wagyu, she said “it was the best thing I’ve ever put in my mouth”. Will be back in 6 months for my birthday!
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    AnimaePrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary Asian• Downtown / Gaslamp
    4.8
  • Stephanie
    San Diego •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Food and service was amazing as always! Chelsea was amazing at keeping us happy and making sure we were satisfied with the recent menu changes. Never had a meal I didn’t enjoy here.
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    CoasterraPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Harbor Island
    4.5
  • Anne
    San Diego •30 reviews
    4.0
    Dined on Aug 15, 2024
    We went on a day the OB Farmers Market was going on and I'm glad we did. This establishment is very small and doesn't have room for many eat in customers. That said, our server was great in spite of the fact that she was the server and cook- basically running the place by herself. There were a couple of other customers but she handled everything with grace and aplomb. The pizzas we ordered were very tasty and we took advantage of the 50% off a couple bottles of wine and were happy with the selections. All in all we were very happy with our dinner. The only fly in the ointment was the presence of a lot of house flies- no doubt due to the propped open front door. They came in for the food too apparently. Despite that we will be going back as we liked the food and server/cook.
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    The Shop - Ocean BeachPrice: Moderate• Pizza Bar• Ocean Beach
    4.6
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