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1. Seneca
4.7
Exceptional(4120)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Downtown / Gaslamp
Booked 113 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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2. Animae
4.8
Exceptional(3183)
Price: Very Expensive
• Contemporary Asian • Downtown / Gaslamp
Booked 74 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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3. Topside Terrace
4.2
Awesome(385)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Downtown / Gaslamp
Booked 3 times today
A quintessential San Diego open-air terrace, Topside Terrace takes advantage of the San Diego climate while marrying the sites and sounds of downtown. Inspired by coastal living, we specialize in evening fare and weekend brunch serving Baja California and Classic American Fare paired with contemporary cocktails and draft beer.Happy hour every Sunday-Thursday from 4pm to 6pm!Live Music every Wednesday night 6pm-8pm & Sunday Brunch 11am-1pm!
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4. Del Frisco’s Double Eagle Steakhouse - San Diego
4.5
Awesome(2326)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Downtown / Gaslamp
Booked 26 times today
Del Frisco's Double Eagle Steakhouse embodies the rich tradition of the classic American steakhouse, serving USDA Prime Beef, fresh seafood and premium wines from our award-winning wine selection in a breathtaking atmosphere.
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5. King & Queen Cantina - San Diego
4.5
Awesome(1173)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Little Italy
Booked 14 times today
*WALK-INS ALWAYS WELCOME*King and Queen Cantina brings Latin flavor to San Diego from creative founder and owner MR.TEMPO. Come for the atmosphere, but stay for the food. You will find all of your favorite Latin dishes infused with Asian flavors. Join us Happy Hour everyday, Weekend Brunch or Taco Tuesday for a dining experience like you’ve never experienced before! #MASCHINGON
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6. Vinarius
4.9
Exceptional(371)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Downtown / Gaslamp
Booked 9 times today
Vinarius is an Italian Restaurant & Wine Bar in Little Italy San Diego. We offer an extensive wine list with wines coming from different regions of the world; the best meat and cheese board with Italian cured meats and different cheeses to pair with our wines. Our chef Alex makes homemade pasta enriched with our homemade sauces, entrees, pizza, different appetizers to choose from, and desserts that pair well with our port wines and after-dinner drinks. You definitely have to try our daily specials! Our cozy full bar is also the perfect place to enjoy your drink and food while watching some sports!
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7. Gaslamp Fish House
4.0
Excellent(1229)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Downtown / Gaslamp
Booked 3 times today
Gaslamp Fish House is opened. Our Guests and employee's safety is our main concern. We are taking extra action to keep everyone safe.We are offering a unique fusion of Mediterranean and American Cuisine. Our Oyster bar, Fresh Fish and Seafood, as well as all our Black Angus Grass Fed Beef are sourced locally from sustainable San Diego Fisheries and California Farms. Come to check us, seat and relax, our Team will do the rest. Our Address is : 411 Broadway - San Diego, CA 92101Across of the Grant Hotel - on the corner of 4th Street and Broadway
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8. Isola Little Italy
4.6
Exceptional(747)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Little Italy
Booked 6 times today
My Nonna's name was Isola, a wonderful cook who gave me a passion for food and fresh, simple ingredients.I have vivid memories of my grandmother turning plain bread into amazing desserts, simple apples into incredible fritters sprinkled with a little sugar and honey, and even treating my sunburns with olive oil. Thirty years later, I still savor every meal and moment.Isola is proud to serve the finest local ingredients, dalla vite, from the vine. I hope you enjoy every bite, plucked from my family tree for your table. Buon appetito!
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9. Petrini's
4.5
Awesome(424)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Little Italy
Booked 2 times today
Petrini's, in the heart of San Diego's Little Italy neighborhood, serves homemade Italian dishes with a traditional authentic dishes. If you go to Music box, stop by for a dinner and a cup of wine before the show. We offer Brunch, Lunch and Dinner menus 7 days a week.The diablo shrimp in spicy wing sauce with lemon and cream, served with garlic cheese bread makes the perfect starter to your meal. Some of Petrini's' specialty entrée dishes include the smoked salmon alfredo sautéed with tomatoes and basil, garlic and rosemary served with spaghetti with tangy Pomodoro sauce and the baked white fish coated in seasoned bread crumbs in wine, butter and garlic sauce with Tuscan vegetables. Handhelds, such as the classic meatball hoagie, the vegetarian caponata sandwich with tomato-stewed eggplant and the craft-your-own pizzas, are other diner favorites.For a sweet end to your meal at Petrini's, enjoy a homemade classic Italian dessert, the layered tiramisu cake.
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10. Above Ash
4.2
Awesome(149)
Price: Moderate
• Global, International • Little Italy
Booked 1 time today
Race You to the Rooftop! Above Ash Social is an intimate, welcoming rooftop bar on the 16th floor and rooftop of Carte Hotel. With glorious sunset views of San Diego cityscapes, relax near one of our fire pits and enjoy local focused beverages of every kind, from beer and wine to craft cocktails.Sign off a great day with a hand-crafted cocktail and delectable shared bites. Offering daily Happy Hour from 4pm to 6pm with discounted drinks and shareables. Age Policy: Above Ash welcomes guests 21+ only after 10pm. All ages are welcome at our lobby restaurant, Watercolors, located on the first floor.

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  • Mike
    Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined today
    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
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    4.7
  • Emily
    Las Vegas •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 3 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
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    4.8
  • Gigivip
    Las Vegas •67 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Nov 13, 2024
    Love this place. The be e food is great and we’re going back again this same trip.
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    Petrini'sPrice: Moderate• Italian• Little Italy
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    4.5
  • Maryana
    San Diego •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Oct 12, 2024
    Really nice during the day, drinks are really good
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    Topside TerracePrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Downtown / Gaslamp
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    4.2
  • Mark Vincentvip
    San Diego •76 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Jul 9, 2024
    Above Ash, a rooftop restaurant in downtown San Diego, offers a dining experience that is as elevated as its location. With stunning panoramic views of the city, this spot creates the perfect setting for any occasion. The atmosphere is a seamless blend of sophistication and comfort, making it an ideal place to unwind. The menu is thoughtfully curated, featuring fresh, local ingredients in dishes that cater to various tastes. Each plate is beautifully presented and full of flavor. Service at Above Ash is attentive and knowledgeable, ensuring a dining experience that feels both special and relaxed. Whether you’re there for the views, the food, or the ambiance, Above Ash delivers on all fronts, making it a must-visit in San Diego.
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    Above AshPrice: Moderate• Global, International• Little Italy
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    4.2

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