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1. The Melting Pot - Gaslamp Quarter

4.6

Exceptional(2575)

Price: Very Expensive

• Fondue • Downtown

Booked 26 times today

Welcome to The Melting Pot San Diego Gaslamp. Located on 5th Ave & E St in the historic Gaslamp Plaza Suites, the San Diego - Gaslamp Melting Pot Restaurant brings a truly unique, romantic and interactive four-course fondue dining experience to San Diego's vibrant downtown dining scene!

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2. The US Grant Holiday Celebrations

4.5

Awesome(38)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Downtown

Join us at our annual Thanksgiving Buffet where you and your family can indulge in traditional Thanksgiving fixings and specialty epicurean dishes created by Executive Chef Mark Kropczynski. Treat yourself to an afternoon complete with live music and a glass of sparkling wine on Thursday November 23rd from 12:00 – 3:00 p.m. $135 per adult, $125 per seniors (60+), and $75 per child, ages 4-12 years old. Prices exclude tax & gratuity and reservations are required.

3. Yalla Habibi

4.7

Exceptional(3)

Price: Moderate

• Lebanese • Barrio Logan

Yalla Habibi is all about eating authentically and sitting comfortably in a vibrant mediterranean setting. Come experience Lebanese food differently. This ancient country’s cuisine is rich, timeless and exotic. Let us feed you our way by taking you back in time and showcasing the very best of our Mediterranean heritage. Take a look at our eye popping menu, select any mouth watering dish and leave the rest to us! With that said… Yalla Habibi… (tfadal) تفظل.PS. All our food is halal!

4. Juniper & Ivy

4.6

Exceptional(8024)

Price: Expensive

• Unspecified • Little Italy

Booked 82 times today

Nationally-acclaimed Juniper and Ivy-consistently ranked "Best of the Best" by San Diego Magazine, and recognized as a Michelin Guide Bib Gourmand establishment-is a foodie paradise on the edge of San Diego's Little Italy. The kitchen delivers a constantly rotating, chef-driven menu that uses hand-selected, seasonal ingredients crafted with precision, passion, and creativity. Founded by Owner Michael Rosen, Juniper's kitchen is backed by a supergroup of culinary minds that produce one of the most refined yet imaginative menus in town, paired with an award-winning wine list from the city's top sommeliers.

5. Barbusa

4.6

Exceptional(4295)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Little Italy

Booked 93 times today

Barbusa Local Modern Sicilian Restaurant.Lively atmosphere with our craft cocktails, handmade pastas, freshest seafood, delicate pizza, and our famous Sicilian Ribeye.Pizza Served from our stone fired oven.Gluten free and Vegan Items AvailableWHILE WE VALUE THE TIME OF ALL OUR LOYAL GUEST AND SMILING FACES, WE KINDLY REQUEST YOU LIMIT THE TIME SPENT AT YOUR TABLE TO 1 HOUR AND 30 MIN DUE TO MANDATED REDUCTION IN CAPACITY. THANK YOU FOR YOUR UNDERSTANDING AND SUPPORT, WE COULDNT BE MORE THRILLED TO HAVE YOU DINE WITH US!

6. Roman Wolves

4.6

Exceptional(307)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Italian • Little Italy

Booked 31 times today

"Roman Wolves is more than a bar and restaurant; it's a celebration of epicurean tapestry of what Italians call the Eternal City" said Nino Cusimano. "We've created our own take on the enduring essence of Rome's legacy and it's significant historical, cultural, and culinary impacts on the Italian food scene"

7. Cesarina

4.9

Exceptional(5485)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Ocean Beach

Booked 170 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.

8. Civico 1845

4.4

Awesome(2397)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Little Italy

Booked 20 times today

A new generation of Italian cuisine - fresh, light and authentic. By using proper cooking techniques, our flavors are natural and pure. Our menu is a homage to our region Calabria and southern Italian roots reflecting what is being served in Italy today. You can also find an extensive vegan menu that incorporates many of the best Italian dishes. We have been the first restaurant in the USA to have a full Italian Vegan menu since 2015! We believe in sustainability, both in our food and in the design of our restaurant. While our menu focuses on locally grown and seasonal ingredients, our bar and dining areas were created using reclaimed, natural materials. Nothing goes to waste at Civico 1845!

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9. Vincenzo Cucina & Lounge

4.1

Excellent(220)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Little Italy

Booked 12 times today

Founder and restaurateur, Vincenzo Loverso, invites guests to savor a groundbreaking experience at San Diego’s first ever cheese wheel bar. This unique concept will invite guests to sit at a one of a kind cheese wheel pasta bar (reservation only) in the heart of San Diego.Located on the best corner of Little Italy (India & Date St), step into the modern chic restaurant as the sight and smell of irresistible Italian flavors ignite your senses.

10. Rovino

4.6

Exceptional(1047)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Little Italy

Booked 7 times today

Ciao Amici- We can't wait to see you!AL FRESCO Dining in the Heart of Little Italy! Small indoor restaurant with covered patio and outdoor patio! Rovino, located in San Diego, California, offers Italian cuisine for dinner. Rovino features an extensive wine selection and a knowledgeable staff who can help pair wine with each entrée. We also feature a wonderful creative selection of Craft Cocktails. Try the fried calamari or the saffron rice balls filled with ground beef, peas and mozzarella cheese to start out your meal at Rovino. Choose from dinner entrées like the prosciutto and arugula flatbread or the pasta al sugo. Top off your Italian experience with a cup of specialty coffee and a dessert such as the tiramisu or the cannoli.

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michaelvip
Philadelphia County •42 reviews
4.0
Dined today
Food was delicious Service was nice Food allergy were accommodating to a point Folks seemed to not liking to adapt the menu Was a inconvenience for them to split checks , business folks need separate checks for expenses , seems reasonable
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BarbusaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Little Italy
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4.6
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Craig
Houston •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Low wait time, excellent service, not rushed through dinner. Definitely felt like an event that rocked!
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The Melting Pot - Gaslamp QuarterPrice: Very Expensive• Fondue• Downtown
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4.6
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joycevip
Phoenix / Arizona •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Great clean quality locally sourced food with a fun atmosphere and amazing service. I highly recommended trying Juniper & Ivy.
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Juniper & IvyPrice: Expensive• Unspecified• Little Italy
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4.6
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Kristivip
California Central Coast •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 28, 2024
Food was excellent. Service top notch. Live music a nice touch. Best holiday buffet experience I’ve ever had!
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The US Grant Holiday CelebrationsPrice: Very Expensive• American• Downtown
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4.5
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OpenTable Diner
Las Vegas •8 reviews
4.0
Dined on May 12, 2024
Not too fancy and not many soft drink options but we had a good time. Enjoyed our food!
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Yalla HabibiPrice: Moderate• Lebanese• Barrio Logan
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4.7

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1. The Melting Pot - Gaslamp Quarter

2. The US Grant Holiday Celebrations

3. Yalla Habibi

4. Juniper & Ivy

5. Barbusa

6. Roman Wolves

7. Cesarina

8. Civico 1845

9. Vincenzo Cucina & Lounge

10. Rovino

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