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- TTandyvipOrange County •8 reviews5.0Dined 5 days agoWe dined at this charming French restaurant and had a pleasant experience overall. The food was good, though not quite a 10/10. We loved the persimmons salad and the steak as meal—both were highlights of the meal. The fish, however, wasn’t our favorite as it leaned a bit too fishy for our taste. Service was attentive and friendly, and the outdoor seating was cute and inviting. A lovely spot for a relaxed evening!More infoWormwoodPrice: Very Expensive• French• North Park•4.7
- MMelvipSan Diego •9 reviews5.0Dined 7 days agoI was pleasantly surprised by this sushi place. I had no expectations and I loved the hamachi jalapeño bites, the genmaicha tea, my friend had the mount something roll and it was good!! We liked everything- we also had a miso soup and the pork gyozasMore infoBanbu Sushi Bar & GrillPrice: Expensive• Seafood• La Mesa•4.5
- SShaneSan Francisco Bay Area •1 review5.0Dined on Dec 8, 2024An escape to a faraway place. A place where plants are the only food source, and where creativity of cuisine is necessary to survive. The air is breathable by humans and there are plenty of tasty libations. Gravity in the bathroom malfunctioned briefly but other than that, it was a very enjoyable experience. 👽 🚀 🛸More infoMOTHERSHIPPrice: Moderate• Tapas / Small Plates• North Park•4.8
- LlauraSan Diego •4 reviews5.0Dined on Dec 8, 2024Food was excellent! There was a large Christmas party happening when we went so the noise level was really loud, but probably not like that all the time. I would recommend dimming the lighting a bit, ambiance is important and the recessed lighting was very bright. Food was excellent and would definitely recommend!!More infoAromi Italian CuisinePrice: Moderate• Italian• La Mesa•4.7
- AAgustinSan Diego •1 review5.0Dined on Dec 4, 2024We went on a Tuesday night to celebrate a special occasion. Scottie, our server, made sure we had the most amazing service. The food was wonderful and the ambience allowed us to have a meaningful conversation. Definitely a new favorite spot when visiting San Diego.More infoThe Smoking Goat RestaurantPrice: Moderate• French / American• North Park•4.8
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True to its name, the culture of the College Area in San Diego is heavily influenced by its proximity to San Diego State University. The dining options reflect the area's eclectic mix of traditional and contemporary. Local Italian eateries offer hearty and authentic dishes, and the Mexican cuisine has a fresh Baja slant. When you're looking for something beyond college student hot spots, there are more than enough upscale, modern American and French bistros to satisfy a mature palate. Start your day with a classic crepe, or pair your truffle fries with a glass of California burgundy for lunch.
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