Best Restaurants with Bar Seating in Kensington

18 restaurants available nearby

A photo of Wilma's Carousel Bar restaurant

1. Wilma's Carousel Bar

4.7

Exceptional(70)

Price: Expensive

• Cocktail Bar • Little Italy

Booked 42 times today

As one of only two carousel bars in the United States, Wilma’s Carousel Bar offers a truly unique experience.We invite you to immerse yourself in this nostalgic retreat with Executive Corporate Chef Brian Redzikowski’s French-Creole inspired dishes and Beverage Director Eric Johnson’s a selection of cocktails including both innovative spins on traditional favorites and imaginative new concoctions.

2. Lou & Mickey's

4.7

Exceptional(4137)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown / Gaslamp

Booked 61 times today

Located at the gates to the historic Gaslamp Quarter in San Diego, Lou & Mickey’s is a timeless American steakhouse serving prime steaks, including in-house, dry-aged steaks, plus choice seafood, classic cocktails and an award-winning wine list, in a relaxing and inviting environment. Private dining capabilities also available.

3. Craft Bar Kamon

4.8

Exceptional(189)

Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Downtown / Gaslamp

Booked 36 times today

"Taisho Roman craft cocktail bar in the heart of East Village San Diego that reflects the period in Japan when traditionalism and modernism first converged. We are committed to offer the unique and best craft cocktails! **To make a reservation for a party of 6 or more, please contact us through email at info@barkamon.com Please refrain from booking multiple tables as we most likely won't be able to accommodate to seat together.**Please be aware that table or bar seating selection is just a request and it is not a confirmation. We will try our best to accommodate but due to limited seating availability, you may be seated to a different section from what you have requested at the reservation.

4. Madison

4.5

Awesome(3024)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • University Heights

Booked 102 times today

With their stunning design, classic cocktails & highly acclaimed fare, Madison finds itself among San Diego's can't miss restaurants! Serving many of Michelin recognized Chef Mario Cassineri classic dishes, perfect for Date Night of celebrating with friends. ʜᴀᴘᴘʏ ʜᴏᴜʀ - ᴇᴠᴇʀʏᴅᴀʏ 4-6ᴘᴍᴛᴜᴇꜱᴅᴀʏ - ʟɪᴠᴇ ᴊᴀᴢᴢ 7-9ᴘᴍᴡᴇᴅɴᴇꜱᴅᴀʏ - ᴅɪɴɴᴇʀ ᴡɪᴛʜ ᴅᴏɢꜱᴛʜᴜʀꜱᴅᴀʏ - ᴅᴊ ꜱᴘɪɴɴɪɴɢ ᴏʟᴅ ꜱᴄʜᴏᴏʟ ᴠɪɴʏʟꜰʀɪᴅᴀʏ & ꜱᴀᴛᴜʀᴅᴀʏ ɴɪɢʜᴛ - ᴀʟᴡᴀʏꜱ ᴀ ᴘᴀʀᴛʏ ᴡᴇᴇᴋᴇɴᴅ ʙᴏᴏᴢʏ ʙʀᴜɴᴄʜ - ʟɪᴠᴇ ᴅᴊꜱꜱᴜɴᴅᴀʏ ɴɪɢʜᴛ - ʟᴀᴛɪɴ ᴊᴀᴢᴢ 6-8ᴘᴍ

5. Botanica

4.7

Exceptional(30)

Price: Moderate

• Japanese • North Park

Booked 23 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.

6. Coco Maya

4.6

Exceptional(378)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Little Italy

Booked 7 times today

Nestled in the heart of Little Italy and overlooking the Piazza della Famiglia, Coco Maya offers a contemporary twist on classic American dishes. Our diverse menu ranges from light coastal cuisine to robust, flavorful proteins cooked in a traditional Spanish-style coal-fired Josper oven. Additionally, we pay homage to our neighborhood's roots with several Italian-inspired entrees, featuring unique takes on flatbreads and pastas. As part of the Grind & Prosper Hospitality Group, Coco Maya is an evolution of our original concept, Miss B’s Coconut Club in Mission Beach. Since our inception, we've continued to explore new flavors and culinary techniques while broadening our scope and enriching our cocktail program. Coco Maya boasts a diverse mezcal and tequila selection, alongside the delicious tropical and rum-based cocktails that have become synonymous with Miss B’s.Open daily for brunch and dinner, with a weekday Happy Hour from 2-5 pm.

A photo of Fifth and Rose at Pendry San Diego restaurant

7. Fifth and Rose at Pendry San Diego

4.5

Awesome(37)

Price: Moderate

• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Downtown / Gaslamp

Booked 5 times today

A sophisticated watering hole with elevated bare fare. The Pendry San Diego hotel bar, Fifth & Rose, is a classic cocktail bar in an elegant, chic, and comfortable room. A classic setting for a fitting drink, it is a place to engage in conversation, enjoy bar fare, and linger over the perfect cocktail. Rich stone stands out amidst a black and white palette with crimson details, while candles and fresh roses accent tables. Fifth & Rose is inspired by a host’s living room: comfortable, always welcoming, a place you never want to leave.

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8. Full Moon Sushi Kitchen Bar and Lounge

4.4

Awesome(399)

Price: Expensive

• Sushi • Downtown / Gaslamp

Booked 28 times today

Refined under the tutelage of master sushi luminaries, Chef Sung’s Full Moon will be uniquely on display in the Gaslamp District, where it will debut as the first Kaizen sushi restaurant in San Diego. With him is a brigade of talented cooks and a staff with an unwavering dedication to quality and service.

A photo of ARTIFACT at Mingei restaurant

9. ARTIFACT at Mingei

4.8

Exceptional(861)

Price: Expensive

• International • Downtown / Gaslamp

Booked 37 times today

ARTIFACT is a full-service restaurant featuring craft cooking inspired by ancient methods, spices and botanicals located inside the beautiful Mingei Museum at Balboa Park . Offering indoor, outdoor courtyard, and bar seating for lunch Tuesday-Saturday.Crafted by Tim Kolanko, Executive Chef, Urban Kitchen Group, and Tony Coito, ARTIFACT’s Chef de Cuisine, will be a nod to Mingei’s changing international exhibitions in an environment filled with functional, innovative art and design by Jennifer Luce, Founder and Principal of LUCE et studio, who led the design and renovation project. ARTIFACT and CRAFT CAFE at Mingei-the latest additions to restaurateur Tracy Borkum and Executive Chef Tim Kolanko’s CUCINA family of restaurants. An Urban Kitchen Group Concept. CUCINA urbana, enoteca, sorella, UKG Catering, Urban Kitchen at The Ready Shell at Jacobs ParkFollow the journey on social media @Dine.Mingei

10. NOLA on 5th

4.2

Awesome(82)

Price: Moderate

• Creole / Cajun / Southern • Hillcrest

Booked 8 times today

NOLA on 5th brings the flavors and spirit of New Orleans dining to San Diego. You will find a casual bar and outdoor patio downstairs, with a more upscale experience in our upstairs room overlooking bustling 5th Avenue in San Diego's famous Hillcrest neighborhood. We've been featured on Food Network's Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives, as well as on A&E and The Travel Channel.Chef Andrew Boyer, a long-time New Orleans resident, has left no detail untouched in our food, from ingredients to presentation. You will find all of the traditional NOLA favorites here like jambalaya, gumbo, po'boys, red beans and rice, and more. We fly our bread in from Leidenheimer's bakery in Louisiana, and we'd love to serve you a delicious Abita beer with your meal. And while they are in season, be sure to stop by for one of our Louisiana crawfish boils, which are some of our busiest and most fun days of the year.

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Gabrielle
San Diego •1 review
5.0
Dined today
It was my 23rd birthday and my first time at Wilma’s Carousel Bar. I absolutely loved it! I didn’t get the name of our waitress but she was so sweet and very attentive. There was also a live band who sounded amazing. The food and drinks were delish. Overall, my experience was great and you should definitely go!
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Wilma's Carousel BarPrice: Expensive• Cocktail Bar• Little Italy
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4.7
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KaliyaniVIP
San Diego •12 reviews
5.0
Dined today
Incredible 5 course meal experience. Our server was very knowledgeable on the menu and offered excellent choices for drinks to pair well with the dishes. This was my first visit and I’ll definitely return! 10/10
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BotanicaPrice: Moderate• Japanese• North Park
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4.7
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Debbie
San Diego •25 reviews
4.0
Dined today
Sat at a table in the bar. Friendly & very good service. Good cocktails - really enjoyed the Queen of Crowns drink with the tarot card - fun presentation & a nice balanced cocktail. Loved the sliders & fries!! Fun evening.
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MadisonPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• University Heights
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4.5
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Jannah June
Las Vegas •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
The service was amazing! The host, Amadeus, was so friendly and easy to talk to! He was very attentive as well as the bartenders. The drinks and food were also very delicious
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Craft Bar KamonPrice: Expensive• Japanese• Downtown / Gaslamp
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4.8
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DanVIP
San Diego •94 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
My wife and I decided to have a good Christmas Eve dinner after church and chose L & M. First off, they used the regular menu, which was great. The service was outstanding and as always the food was fantastic.
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Lou & Mickey'sPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Downtown / Gaslamp
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4.7

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18 restaurants available nearby

1. Wilma's Carousel Bar

2. Lou & Mickey's

3. Craft Bar Kamon

4. Madison

5. Botanica

6. Coco Maya

7. Fifth and Rose at Pendry San Diego

8. Full Moon Sushi Kitchen Bar and Lounge

9. ARTIFACT at Mingei

10. NOLA on 5th

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