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1. insideOUT
4.8
Exceptional(2299)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Hillcrest
Booked 52 times today
insideOUT is Hillcrest's elevated restaurant and lounge, and San Diego's only urban oasis! We are an 18+ venue.We are excited to announce our highly anticipated Holiday Oasis Experience beginning Thursday, November 7th! Visit our website for additional information under "Happenings."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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2. MOTHERSHIP
4.8
Exceptional(318)
Price: Moderate
• Tapas / Small Plates • North Park
Booked 37 times today
Tropical space adventure in South Park! Exotic cocktails. Interplanetary fusion small plates. Named Best Bars In America by Esquire Magazine. Reservations offer 90-minute experience like no other, venturing towards the outer limits of the tropical flavor galaxy! WALK INS WELCOME - Walk-in tables are available daily. Early arrival is encouraged and there is a paging system in the event of a waitlist.
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3. Callie Restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(204)
Price: Very Expensive
• Mediterranean • Downtown
Booked 79 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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4. Buona Forchetta
4.6
Exceptional(847)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • South Park
Booked 52 times today
Buona Forchetta started in 2011 as a craving of Matteo’s to bring some of his native Italy to our adopted home of South Park. We found the perfect corner and built the perfect oven. Since then, we’ve strived to deliver an exceptional and authentic Italian experience to our customers keeping our focus on the simple recipes that Matteo grew up on. We owe a huge “grazie” to our neighbors who have joined us on this awesome journey, and we hope that you will continue to be part of our story.
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5. Cowboy Star
4.9
Exceptional(4741)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Downtown
Booked 51 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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6. The Prado at Balboa Park
4.6
Exceptional(7864)
Price: Moderate
• Californian • Downtown
Booked 73 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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7. The Smoking Goat Restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(2639)
Price: Moderate
• French American • North Park
Booked 26 times today
The Smoking Goat is an award-winning California-French bistro located in the heart of North Park, San Diego. We have received the Gold Medallion for the best French Bistro in San Diego three years running. Inspired by his European Farm-to-Table up-bringing and culinary training at Le Cordon Bleu Paris, Executive Chef and Owner Fred Piehl, marries classic French cuisine with the bounty of San Diego in a way that is rustic, yet refined, imaginative, yet unpretentious. The dinners served feature in-season local, sustainable and organic ingredients and provide guests with a unique culinary experience, reminiscent of the European countryside. Boasting a carefully selected wine and beer list and chef and bartender attention to select spirits to create craft house cocktails, The Smoking Goat assures there is always the correct pairing available.
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8. Water Grill - San Diego
4.7
Exceptional(3593)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Downtown
Booked 33 times today
Located steps away from Petco Park and the San Diego Convention Center in the heart of Gaslamp District in downtown San Diego, Water Grill San Diego is an iconic seafood destination to enjoy the first catch of the season and a deep variety of fish, lobsters, crabs, oysters and shellfish on a robust menu that changes daily. New product arrives from boat-to-table in a matter of hours from our exclusive seafood distribution company and our chef’s preparations allow the high-quality product to shine. Consistently rated as one of San Diego’s top seafood restaurants, Water Grill San Diego also offers multiple, customizable private dining options for business meetings and special events.
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9. Botanica
4.6
Exceptional(27)
Price: Moderate
• Cocktail Bar • North Park
Booked 10 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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10. Provisional Restaurant at Pendry San Diego
4.7
Exceptional(957)
Price: Expensive
• American • Downtown
Booked 19 times today
Provisional Kitchen, Café & Mercantile, open for daily for brunch and select evenings for dinner. Provisional is a sprawling, sunlit communal dining space featuring a Vittoria Coffee espresso bar, bistro tables, and a retail space set within a greenhouse, where guests can shop a curated collection of homeware, ceramics, apothecary items, pantry staples, and jewelry.Provisional serves some of the best cuisine in the city, featuring favorites such as housemade pasta, woodfire-oven baked pizza and Italian-inspired entrées; our lively brunch features bottomless mimosas and seasonal creations.

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  • Stanvip
    San Francisco Bay Area •48 reviews
    5.0
    Dined today
    Wonderful date night dinner! The sea bass and veggies is excellent! Great value with a bottle of wine! Lovely Christmas decorations in the Prado to boot!!
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    The Prado at Balboa ParkPrice: Moderate• Californian• Downtown
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    4.6
  • Liahvip
    Orange County •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined today
    Loved experiencing the holiday oasis. Food was good, drinks were great, our waiter was so attentive and it snowed.
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    insideOUTPrice: Expensive• Californian• Hillcrest
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    4.8
  • Georgiavip
    Greater Boston •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    An all around high end solid experience from beginning to end. Perfection personified with extreme attention to high level service accompsnied by exceptional quality. Waitstaff was knowledgeable, helpful and kind. Food was exceptional. Great wine and cocktail list. Only unfortunate situation was I ordered the duck after in being recommended by our waiter only to discover later that it was sold out. Our waiter more than made up for this. A great evening and a very memorable and enjoyable experience.
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    Cowboy StarPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Downtown
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    4.9
  • Shane
    San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    An 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. 👽 🚀 🛸
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    MOTHERSHIPPrice: Moderate• Tapas / Small Plates• North Park
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    4.8
  • Arlenevip
    San Diego •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    Callie is unlike any other restaurant in San Diego. The food is delicious, different and exciting. I always order the Tasting Menu and am thrilled with the quality and variety of perfectly prepared courses. 5 Stars!!
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    Callie RestaurantPrice: Very Expensive• Mediterranean• Downtown
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    4.8

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