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Carne & Hueso

4.8 (152)
$31 to $50
Contemporary Mexican
3140 University Ave suite 102, San Diego, CA 92104

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Carne & Hueso

4.8
$31 to $50
Contemporary Mexican
North Park

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 9 times today

About this restaurant

  • Innovative
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Neighborhood gem
An intimate, design-driven restaurant and bar celebrating, the artistry and soul of modern Mexican cuisine. We welcome large parties. For groups of 9 or more, please call the restaurant directly to arrange your reservation. contact@carneandhueso.com

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Mexican, Breakfast, Mexican
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sun 10:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Catering
    We welcome large parties. For groups of 9 or more, please call the restaurant directly to arrange your reservation. contact@carneandhueso.com
  • Neighborhood
    North Park
  • Cross street
    Corner of University Ave & Iowa St
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Gender Neutral Restroom, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch

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Reviews

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4.8

4.8
(152)
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.6Value

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Review summary

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Carne & Hueso offers a delightful dining experience with "amazing food" and "outstanding service." Guests rave about the "unique flavors" and "creative, fresh dishes," all served in a "gorgeous ambiance." The attentive staff and "thoughtfully crafted cocktails" elevate every visit. Highly recommended for both brunch and dinner.
152 Reviews
  1. Jeremy

    Portland6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing tasting menu, so many vibrant flavors! Would love to dine here again someday!

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  2. Angela

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined on October 27, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our waiter Jose and Luis were the best and so kind and made the experience super comfortable!

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  3. Desdemona Gold

    Seattle38 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 24, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Gorgeous place and decor was perfect. Food and service was outstanding and the drinks were delish. We ordered mock cocktails and they were perfectly refreshing. We finished every dish and did a happy bath with each bite.

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  4. Mark Gold

    Washington DC6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 22, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and drinks, great service. The hoja negroni was literally the best Negroni I've ever had. The oysters were outstanding as well.

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  5. Melissa

    San Diego1 review

    5.0

    Dined on October 11, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great service and amazing food we were a party of four and we all loved our dishes.

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  6. Xochilt Gold

    San Diego3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 11, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and outstanding service! Everything was delicious, and the staff was friendly, attentive, and welcoming. We had a wonderful experience and truly enjoyed our visit. Highly recommend this restaurant, and we look forward to coming back again.

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  7. Bernice Gold

    Orange County3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 4, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Second time here and we LOVE IT! The food is amazing, and the service is great as well. The waiters are super friendly and take the time to explain everything in detail. We’ll definitely be back!

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  8. Susan

    San Diego13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 3, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great for a date night! The food was excellent and the service fantastic

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on September 30, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Quite spectacular! The decor is gorgeous: calming, classy and very chic. Our server was terrific and very knowledgable and attentive. The food was really exceptional and we tried a lot of things. From the menu design to the coupe glasses and drink presentations, the whole experience was really exceptional. Highly recommend for a classy night out!

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  10. Richard Gold

    New York City19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on September 24, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had the Octopus Tostada, Huitlacoche Tetela, Kurobuta en Mixe. All the dishes were excellent. Octopus was a stand out. The seasoning and cook on the mushroom on the tetela were great. The crispy/crunchy lentils in the kurobuta was a great textual element. For me portion sizes were much bigger than expected and were great value at their price point. Went home very full. I even think the tostada and tetela could be even smaller so I can try more variety. Great decor and vibes. Shocked at how empty the restaurant was but I guess it was a random Wednesday night.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Mexican, Breakfast, Mexican
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sun 10:00 am–4:00 pm Dinner Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Catering
    We welcome large parties. For groups of 9 or more, please call the restaurant directly to arrange your reservation. contact@carneandhueso.com
  • Neighborhood
    North Park
  • Cross street
    Corner of University Ave & Iowa St
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Gender Neutral Restroom, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch

FAQs

For a bright, relaxed visit try Carne & Hueso's Sunday brunch (Sun 9:00 am–3:00 pm), guests repeatedly praise the brunch; for a calmer dinner, an early reservation around opening (about 5pm) finds fewer people, while later evenings shift into more of a night-out vibe.

Yes, Carne & Hueso is frequently recommended for special evenings, with guests reporting memorable date nights and even Valentine’s Day multi-course experiences in an intimate, design-forward setting.

Smart casual is the guide, think polished but relaxed; many guests treat Carne & Hueso as a spot for date nights, celebrations, and slightly dressed-up evenings.

Yes, guests report bringing children to Carne & Hueso, especially for Sunday brunch, and describe being warmly greeted and seated quickly for family visits.

Carne & Hueso’s menu is presented as small plates/tapas designed for sharing, with many guests describing the food as meant to be enjoyed across several shared dishes.

The Bone Marrow Sopes are a standout, featured on the dinner menu and repeatedly praised by guests.

Carne & Hueso is an intimate, design-driven, mostly white room, bright and sunlit for brunch around a disco ball, then shifts into a bold, music-forward evening vibe.

Sunday brunch is a guest favorite, Carne & Hueso’s Sunday brunch (9:00 am–3:00 pm) draws repeated praise for dishes like chilaquiles and pancakes.

Private dining isn't part of Carne & Hueso's offering, the restaurant focuses on its open dining room, though it welcomes large parties and asks groups of nine or more to call to arrange a reservation.

Yes, the drinks program features crafted cocktails (for example Pulpa Dulce, Hoja Negroni, Manguito, Paloma Rosa, Mezcalita Brava, Last Night's Dream, Rib-Eye Old Fashioned) alongside non-alcoholic options, and guests frequently praise the cocktails and clarified-drink craft.

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Carne & Hueso

4.8
$31 to $50
Contemporary Mexican
North Park

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 9 times today
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