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1. Botanica
4.6
Exceptional(48)
Price: Moderate
• Cocktail Bar • North Park
Booked 2 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.
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2. Seneca
4.7
Exceptional(4353)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Downtown / Gaslamp
Booked 132 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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3. Cowboy Star
4.8
Exceptional(4845)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Downtown / Gaslamp
Booked 48 times today
Located in the heart of the East Village neighborhood of San Diego, Cowboy Star is dedicated to providing an unmatched attention to detail and a level of service that immediately sets us apart. Cowboy Star guests are the number one priority and guest satisfaction is the base upon which our entire concept is built. Our level of service is only matched by our celebration of regional American heirloom recipes offered with genuine neighborly hospitality. We are committed to supporting local and regional farmers, fishers and producers by cooking food that recaptures the simple and pure tastes found in locally grown, natural and organic ingredients. We strive to raise awareness of a more sustainable food future, while helping to restore a sense of community that brings us back to a more homegrown time.The Cowboy Star Menu features the finest in select natural products including Niman Ranch all natural beef from the nation's leading Certified Humane Angus herd.
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4. Callie Restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(342)
Price: Very Expensive
• Mediterranean • Downtown / Gaslamp
Booked 53 times today
Callie represents Chef Travis Swikard's debut solo project after spending a decade working alongside the esteemed Chef Daniel Boulud in New York City. The restaurant’s name, "Callie," comes from the Greek word "kallos," meaning "the most beautiful," and embodies its blend of Mediterranean cuisine with local ingredients and terroir, from sea to land from San Diego, Swikard's hometown. In 2022, Callie was acclaimed as one of America's top new restaurants by Esquire and Robb Report, and received both a Bib Gourmand and a Plate from the Michelin Guide. Callie is a dedicated supporter of Feeding San Diego, having contributed over 1 million meals to those in need in San Diego since its launch. Swikard is set to open his second restaurant in La Jolla in 2025.
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5. insideOUT
4.7
Exceptional(2435)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Hillcrest
Booked 85 times today
insideOUT is Hillcrest's elevated restaurant and lounge, and San Diego's only urban oasis! We are an 18+ venue.Reservations for our upcoming "Sweetheart Experience" are now open! The Experience will be February 5th - 16th!Our menu is curated by Executive Chef Johnny Duran and is updated seasonally to reflect his creative approach to California-Mediterranean inspired fare, using the freshest ingredients provided by our local purveyors.Aside from our impeccable hospitality, insideOUT is known for their over-the-top seasonal experiences. We also provide customized private event planning with venue buyout options. More information can be found on our website.
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6. Animae
4.7
Exceptional(3341)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary Asian • Downtown / Gaslamp
Booked 70 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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7. Nobu San Diego
4.6
Exceptional(3786)
Price: Very Expensive
• Japanese • Downtown / Gaslamp
Booked 85 times today
Nobu San Diego is a hotspot for romantic dinners, with reviews describing the ambience as 'sleek and modern', 'intimate and elegant', and 'upscale'. The exceptional service, exquisite food, and relaxing environment create a perfect setting for a date night. As one reviewer put it, it's 'great for a date night'.
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8. Juniper & Ivy
4.7
Exceptional(8139)
Price: Expensive
• Unspecified • Little Italy
Booked 93 times today
Juniper & Ivy is the perfect spot for a romantic evening. With its cozy, inviting ambiance and excellent service, it creates a warm and welcoming environment for couples. As one reviewer put it, it's 'very good for romantic dinners' and another noted the 'great ambience and very romantic' setting. The high-quality, innovative food and award-winning wine list also contribute to the romantic atmosphere, making it a popular choice for special occasions.
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9. Coasterra
4.6
Exceptional(7688)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Harbor Island
Booked 120 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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10. Herb & Wood
4.7
Exceptional(6572)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Little Italy
Booked 124 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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  • Camille
    San Diego •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Great wait staff!! Focaccia bread a little too soggy after awhile
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    SenecaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Downtown / Gaslamp
    •
    4.7
  • Stephen
    San Diego •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    We loved how the staff encouraged family-style ordering, and the food was outstanding. The service was impeccable, and nothing about this restaurant did not meet expectations. For sure a high recommendation.
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    Callie RestaurantPrice: Very Expensive• Mediterranean• Downtown / Gaslamp
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    4.8
  • Patty
    San Diego •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Excellent restaurant totally recommended Inside Out to everyone. Recently had a big celebration and the managers Tim and Paris were very helpful. Thank you Tim for helping me with the seating arrangements. The customer service is excellent our server Josh was fabulous. The food is super good and drinks are great. The restaurant is fun, energetic and has great decor especially when they decorate it for their authentic experiences . I totally recommend this restaurant. Patty L
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    insideOUTPrice: Expensive• Californian• Hillcrest
    •
    4.7
  • Kyle
    San Diego •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Veronica and Mark were incredibly knowledgeable and helpful! My wife and I come here every anniversary, but it was our first marriage anniversary last night and we went to Cowboy Star - it never disappoints! The food was amazing, she got a Wagyu skirt steak and I had the aged t-bone, both were spectacular and came with green beans and shallots. The customer service was (and always is) above and beyond. We recommend it by word-of-mouth but wanted to leave a review here too.
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    Cowboy StarPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Downtown / Gaslamp
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    4.8
  • LupitaVIP
    San Diego •10 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Feb 16, 2025
    Service was excellent, drinks were absolutely delicious and food was great. The place is kinda of small but very chic.
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    BotanicaPrice: Moderate• Cocktail Bar• North Park
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    4.6

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