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Best Restaurants with a Vibrant Bar Scene in Old Town, San Diego

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1. El Agave
4.7
Exceptional(2654)
$$$$
• Mexican • Old Town
Booked 26 times today
Experience the true flavor of Mexico at San Diego’s premier Mexican cuisine destination.Established in 1996, El Agave Restaurant & Tequileria offers its patrons a unique dining setting withinthe largest tequila museum in the United States – with over 3,000 tequilas on display – alsorepeatedly voted the #1 tequila bar in the country. Nestled in historic Old Town, San Diego, it is theperfect place to enjoy a business lunch, romantic date, rehearsal dinner or to simply relax andunwind sipping find tequila with friends.
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2. Starlite
4.8
Exceptional(1462)
$$$$
• Steakhouse • Mission Hills
Booked 155 times today
Starlite: A timeless San Diego icon with a fresh future, helmed by Chef Ted Smith.Please note: Our establishment is 21+
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3. Cloak + Petal
4.7
Exceptional(1202)
$$$$
• Sushi • Little Italy
Booked 34 times today
WELCOME TO CLOAK & PETAL!Where we invite you to journey into a place of both intimacy and companionshipOur concept is drawn from our name. The word “cloak” implies secrecy, inspiring our concept of a social sphere humming beneath the levels of ordinary life. “Petal” alludes to the Japanese tradition of “hanami,” when family and friends gather under blooming cherry blossoms to savor food, drinks and fellowship.Enter our space and travel underground to décor reminiscent of an abandoned Tokyo subway, a stratum of society all its own, an artist’s dream. Cross the threshold into a mystically transformed Japanese social dining lounge which appears to be an outdoor seating area, similar to a waiting platform. Sit beneath a trellis of draping vines and teardrop lights in the intimate space we’ve thoughtfully created, and feast on authentic Japanese sushi, appetizers, small plates and drinks with family and friends.Journey down to Cloak + Petal… and come unwind your soul.
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4. Benihana - San Diego, CA
3.8
Excellent(8322)
$$$$
• Japanese • Mission Valley
Booked 134 times today
Welcome to Benihana, a dining experience unlike any other! Our guests are seated at communal tables in groups, where your personal chef will perform the ancient art of Teppanyaki. Watch as we slice and dice, preparing a meal that will dazzle your eyes as well taste buds, whether you choose mouth-watering steak, tender chicken or succulent seafood. You can also enjoy sushi prepared by a talented sushi chef and indulge in a specialty cocktail.To make your experience even more rewarding, don’t miss out on our new loyalty program, Friends With Benefits! Instantly unlock member status and get a free appetizer reward to enjoy during your next dining visit. Register today by visiting our website or ask your server for more details.
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5. Barbusa
4.7
Exceptional(4759)
$$$$
• Italian • Little Italy
Booked 80 times today
Barbusa Local Modern Sicilian Restaurant.Lively atmosphere with our craft cocktails, handmade pastas, freshest seafood, delicate pizza, and our famous Sicilian Ribeye.Pizza Served from our stone fired oven.Gluten free and Vegan Items AvailableWHILE WE VALUE THE TIME OF ALL OUR LOYAL GUEST AND SMILING FACES, WE KINDLY REQUEST YOU LIMIT THE TIME SPENT AT YOUR TABLE TO 1 HOUR AND 30 MIN DUE TO MANDATED REDUCTION IN CAPACITY. THANK YOU FOR YOUR UNDERSTANDING AND SUPPORT, WE COULDNT BE MORE THRILLED TO HAVE YOU DINE WITH US!
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6. Island Prime
4.6
Exceptional(8873)
$$$$
• Steakhouse • Downtown
Booked 74 times today
Island Prime is a vibrant steakhouse with an exciting bar scene. Reviews highlight the great ambience, beautiful views, and professional service. Customers enjoy the unique menu and the cool vibe. The location on stilts overlooking San Diego Bay adds to the lively atmosphere.
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7. Tom Hams Lighthouse
4.6
Exceptional(6974)
$$$$
• Seafood • Downtown
Booked 89 times today
Tom Ham’s Lighthouse was built in 1971 by a man who was not afraid to put his name on his product. Rooted in warm welcomes & excellent food, Tom Ham made his lifelong dream a reality. Tom Ham’s Lighthouse is the only restaurant in the US to have a USCG operated & maintained Lighthouse attached to it. You can locate us on any modern nautical map as Beacon #9. Featuring the best views of the Downtown Skyline, Coronado & San Diego Bay, as well as award winning Sunday Brunch, we are a must when it comes to the San Diego food scene. Tom Ham's is & remains a San Diego tradition in dining excellence since 1971. Cancellation Policy: Tom Ham's requires a credit card to secure all Sunday Brunch, Holiday reservations, and large groups. All credit card information will be processed securely. Changes to reservations can be made online through OpenTable up until 24 hours before the reservation. No-shows or cancellations less than 24 hours in advance may be subject to a charge of $25 per person.
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8. The Prado at Balboa Park
4.7
Exceptional(8307)
$$$$
• Californian • Downtown
Booked 35 times today
Located in San Diego's Balboa Park, in the Historic House of Hospitality, The Prado offers historic charm and California cuisine.
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9. Solare Ristorante Lounge
4.6
Exceptional(2792)
$$$$
• Italian • Point Loma
Booked 27 times today
Family-owned and operated, Randy Smerik and his team are dedicated to providing an amazing dining experience for you. Our authentic Italian cuisine features a focus on fresh and locally sourced ingredients ... including fresh pasta made each morning and organic produce, wild fish, and hormone free meat.
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10. Alexander's on 30th
4.8
Exceptional(3427)
$$$$
• Italian • North Park
Booked 26 times today
Neighborhood gem located in the heart of the Historic North Park District, adjoining Balboa Park and the world famous San Diego Zoo. Specializing in homestyle Italian with Gourmet Flair. Hand made Pastas, Award Winning Pizza and Voted Best of Restaurants by San Diego Magazine "Most Romantic". Listed as Top 25 Places to Eat in San Diego "Before You Die" by San Diego Union Tribune. Make memorable celebrations on our beautiful patio, the perfect ambiance for any occasion. Remember to try our diners favorites, The Theodore's Fix Pizza and Baked Vodka Bolognese.Look forward to serving you soon!
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  • Jhonaly
    San Diego •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined today
    We came to celebrate my friend Andrea’s birthday and we had a great time! We started at the bar with a round of drinks, by the time they arrived our table was ready and Donovan was so kind to take them to our table. Cristina was our server and she was great as well! In the middle of the dinner we got a round of shots and they said they were from Donovan! That was great and we really enjoyed them! This was a great place for a celebration, the food was great, the cocktails were great and service was wonderful! Surely we will be back
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    Starlite$$$$• Steakhouse• Mission Hills
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    4.8
  • Melissa
    New York City •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Super fun night with a very friendly chef and waiter who made sure we had the best time celebrating our daughter’s birthday!
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    Benihana - San Diego, CA$$$$• Japanese• Mission Valley
    •
    3.8
  • Terri
    Orange County •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Excellent all around! Wonderful dining experience!
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    Barbusa$$$$• Italian• Little Italy
    •
    4.7
  • Gordon
    San Diego •13 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Four Dishes, Four winners. Mole Poblano Don Julio, Mole Enchaladas, Short Rib Poblano, and Sopeitos. The Nopales Salad was crispy and fresh; really excellent. We been going there for a couple decades.
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    El Agave$$$$• Mexican• Old Town
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    4.7
  • Amanda
    San Diego •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    My husband and I did a date night! While the parking is always a nightmare in Little Italy, Cloak + Petal was delicious! Great service. Lovely environment. Highly recommend.
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    Cloak + Petal$$$$• Sushi• Little Italy
    •
    4.7

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