San Diego restaurants you'll love
Top restaurants in San Diego, California
San Diego is one of California's top tourist destinations. Brimming with attractions like whale watching, The San Diego Zoo, vibrant arts & culture, and a wide selection of cuisines, this beachside city has everything. Just past San Diego University, there are tons of things to do and restaurants to enjoy. No matter what kind of cuisine you’re looking for, you can bet San Diego delivers.
Enjoy food from across the world when you tour the city. Italian, Mexican, Japanese, Korean, and American are all on the menu. Visit Little Italy to taste the authentic flavors or Downtown San Diego for everything from burgers to steak. Visit a local coffee shop for your morning cup of joe and enjoy walking the bustling streets of the city. Enjoy a quick lunch off Broadway or visit a local ramen restaurant. There is so much to see and taste from breakfast to dinner.
Ready for a night out? San Diego is famous for its beer tours and has been labeled “America’s Craft Beer Capital.” If beer isn’t your favorite, there are lovely wineries with tastings and cideries too. No matter how you choose to spend your time, there’s something for everyone in San Diego.
San Diego's top cuisines
Must-try San Diego restaurants
White Rice Bodega
3586 Adams Avenue, San Diego
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PANCIT BIHON | $14.00 |
WOOD EAR MUSHROOMS, GRILLED CABBAGE, TOYOMANSI, PEANUT SALSA MATCHA | |
SOY BRAISED PORK | $16.00 |
Pork Adobo, Boiled Egg, Green Onions, Crispy Garlic and Garlic Rice | |
LUMPIA SHANGHAI (PORK & SHRIMP) | $6.00 |
Pork, Shrimp and Scallions in a Fried Spring Roll Wrap Served with a Sweet and Sour Sawsaw |
The Butchery - Del Mar
3720 Caminito Court, Del Mar
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Turkey Bacon Avocado Cheese | $17.00 |
Schaller and Weber Turkey, Salmon Creek Farms Bacon, Havarti Cheese, Avocado, Lettuce, Tomato, Mayo | |
Classic Italian | $16.00 |
Hot Capicola, Genoa Salami, Molinari Sopresatta Salami, Pecornio Toscano Cheese, L,T,O, Pepperoncini, Pesto, Deli Dressing | |
House Salad | $10.00 |
Spring Mix, Tomatoes, Cucumber, Red Bell Pepper, Avocado, Golden Balsamic Vinaigrette On Side. |
RB Tea San Carlos
8872 Navajo Road #A, San Diego
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Peach Yogurt | $6.15 |
Peach Yogurt (Non-Dairy) | |
Roasted Oolong Milk Tea | $5.95 |
Oolong Tea with Non-Dairy Creamer | |
Avocado Stormy | $6.45 |
Fresh Avocado Slushy lined with Cheese Cream |
Sangucheria PSF
5950 Santo Road, Suite K, San Diego
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INCA KOLA | $2.50 |
Traditional Peruvian soda | |
Asado sandwich | $13.00 |
Roast beef served with its gravy made with a blend of spices and Peruvian chilis. It includes fresh white onion relish | |
Chicharron sandwich | $12.50 |
Slow-braised pork served with sweet potato, fresh red onion relish, and our special Peruvian chili pepper |
Penelopes Mexican Food
7102 EL CAJON BLVD, San Diego
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QUESABIRRIA SPECIAL | $10.49 |
(Cheese, onion,cilantro) | |
ADOBADA BURRITO | $9.99 |
(Guacamole,onion,cilantro) | |
CAMPECHANA FRIES | $12.53 |
(Carne asada, adobada,cheese,guacamole, Sour Cream,onion,cilantro,cotija cheese) |
SANDWICHES • HAMBURGERS
Carnitas' Snack Shack
1004 N Harbor Dr, San Diego
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Crispy Chicken Sandwich | $14.00 |
fried chicken breast, chive aioli, three pepper marmalade, brioche bun (grilled chicken available) | |
Carnitas Queso Fries | $15.00 |
seasoned shack fries, juicy carnitas, spicy queso cheese, pico de gallo | |
Carnitas Tacos (2) | $13.00 |
juicy carnitas, guacamole, pico, on a corn tortilla Pro Tip: our beloved staple item! |
Aladdin Hillcrest
1220 Cleveland Ave M101, San Diego
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Half Hummus | $8.36 |
Chickpeas, Tahini (Sesame), Lemon Juice, topped with Olive Oil, Paprika, Parsley | |
Cauliflower Wrap | $14.85 |
Fried Cauliflower, Tomato, Cucumber Pickle, Tahini | |
#7 Lamb Chops Entree | $41.76 |
Basmati White Rice, Hummus |
Lucha Libre - Mission Hills
1810 W. Washington Street, San Diego
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Surfin’ California | $18.00 |
Steak, Shrimp, Fresh Fries, Pico de Gallo, Jack Cheese, Avocado & Secret Chipotle Sauce | |
Ado-Haba Piña California | $15.50 |
Pork Adobada, Grilled Pineapple, Fresh Fries, Sour Cream, Jack Cheese, Pico de Gallo & Pineapple Habanero Sauce | |
Classic California | $15.00 |
Your Choice of Protein, Fresh Fries, Sour Cream, Pico de Gallo & Jack Cheese |
URBN Coal Fired Pizza & Bar - North Park
3085 University Ave, San Diego
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Large Mashed Potato Bacon | $35.00 |
Large white pie, mozz, potato, bacon, fresh mozz | |
Coal Fired Wings | $15.00 |
regular, spicy, bbq, or buffalo | |
Large Marg | $35.00 |
Large red pie, San Marzano tomato, basil, fresh mozz, parm |
Tikka Pizza Kitchen - Miramar - 9272 miramar road #24
9272 miramar road #24, san diego
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Hakka Noodles | $14.00 |
Butter Paneer Pizza | $6.00 |
Butter Chicken Pizza | $6.00 |
Ambrogio15 Little Italy
550 West Date Street, San Diego
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House Salad | $9.50 |
This dish contains mixed greens, heirloom cherry tomatoes, multigrain croutons, shaved Parmigiano Reggiano aged 24 months, and abalsamic dressing. (Vegetarian) | |
Pizza Salamino Piccante | $19.00 |
Your choice of pizza crust served with our signature red sauce, mozzarella (Mozzarella Fiordilatte), spicy Salami from Calabra (Spinata Calabra), fresh rosemary, garlic evoo, and 24 month aged grated parmigiano-reggiano. | |
Pizza Burrata e Prosciutto Crudo | $23.00 |
Your choice of pizza crust served with our signature red sauce, mozzarella (Mozzarella Fiordilatte), imported burrata cheese from Puglia, and 20 month aged prosciutto crudo di Parma (salted and air dried pork). |
SUSHI • CURRY • TAPAS • RAMEN • FRENCH FRIES
Beshock Ramen Carlsbad - Carlsbad
2525 El Camino Real, Carlsbad
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Spicy Miso Ramen | $17.95 |
Spicy tonkotsu miso broth, pork belly chashu, menma, seasoned half egg, green onion,and grilled corn | |
Tan Tan Ramen | $16.95 |
Pork broth with sesame spicy chili base, spicy ground pork, bok choy, green onions and chili strings | |
Vegan Tan Tan Ramen | $17.95 |
Spicy sesame vegetable broth, bok choy, cherry tomatoes, and pan fried spicy ground beyond meat. *Very Spicy!* |
Cross Street Chicken and Beer
4403 Convoy St., San Diego
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Tenders (6PCS) | $20.75 |
6PCS - Fresh, White Breast Meat, Battered and Fried to Perfection- Choose 2 Flavors | |
Beer Battered Fries | $7.25 |
Our Award Winning Crispy, Craft Beer Battered, Thin-cut Fries! Add a Flavor if You're Feeling Extra: Cajun, Garlic Parm, or Lemon Pepper | |
Wings (10PCS) | $20.75 |
10PCS - Fresh Chicken Wings Fried to Perfection! Mix of Flats, Drumettes, and Jumbo Wings - Choose 2 Flavors |
Lucrezia - San Diego - 4301 La Jolla Village Dr suite 1050
4301 La Jolla Village Dr suite 1050, San Diego
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Margherita | $22.00 |
flor di latte, pomodoro, basil | |
Arancinis | $19.00 |
deep fried arborio rice, arrabbiata | |
San Daniele | $29.00 |
prosciutto, arugula, parmigiano reggiano, pomodoro, mozzarella |
Stella Jean's Ice Cream - University Heights
4404 Park Blvd, San Diego
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NOLA Float (gf) | $12.00 |
A play on the ever popular New Orleans Ice Coffee at Pop Pie Co., this ice cream is made by steeping ground coffee and chicory root into our 16% butterfat sweet cream base. Chicory derives from a naturally sweet, perennial plant. This robust flavor comes from the vibrant Creole and French culture in New Orleans, Louisiana aka NOLA. We marble this with a condensed milk ice cream base to craft a creamy, caffeinated treat that transports your tastebuds straight to the French Quarter. | |
Pumpkin Spice Latte (v+gf) - Pint | $12.00 |
Crafted with velvety pumpkin puree, a blend of our signature house pumpkin spices, the richness of Madagascar vanilla, the essence of invigorating espresso, and the creaminess of coconut and oat milk, this indulgence is the perfect embodiment of cozy fall vibes while capturing the essence of a comforting latte in frozen perfection. One pint | |
Salted Maple Banana Pudding - Pint | $12.00 |
We've blended creamy banana pudding with the rich sweetness of salted maple, folded in chunks of vanilla wafers, all enveloped in a velvety sweet cream base. Each scoop is a nostalgic journey through the comforting embrace of homemade banana pudding, elevated by the irresistible allure of salted maple. One pint. |
Beshock Ramen - East Village
1288 Market Street, San Diego
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Spicy Miso | $17.95 |
Pork broth with spicy miso base. Pork chashu, seasoned half egg, corn, menma, green onion | |
Chicken Ramen | $15.95 |
Chicken broth with shio base, whole wheat noodles. Chiciken chashu, seasoned half egg, menma, spinach and green onion | |
Vegan Ramen | $15.95 |
Soy base vegetable broth top with sesame and chili oil. Tofu, veggies (cherry tomatoes, asparagus, cauliflower, broccoli, grilled corn) |
White Rice - Linda Vista
5299 Linda Vista Road #B, San Diego
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TOFU BICOL EXPRESS (VEGAN) | $13.00 |
TOFU BICOL EXPRESS, LONG BEANS, SPICY COCONUT CREAM, SHITAKE XO SAUCE | |
LUMPIA SHANGHAI (PORK + SHRIMP) | $6.00 |
Pork, Shrimp and Scallions in a Fried Spring Roll Wrap Served with a Sweet and Sour Sawsaw | |
MUSHROOM + TOFU SISIG (VEGAN) | $14.00 |
Wood Ear Mushroom, Crispy Tofu, Boonie Peppers, Onions, Pickled Shallot with Garlic Rice |
Paradise Biryani Pointe - San Diego
8995 Mira Mesa Blvd Ste A, San Diego
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BONELESS CHICKEN BIRYANI FAMILY PACK | $35.99 |
Jumbo BONELESS CHICKEN Dum Biryani Pack + comes with your choice of Appetizer (Gobi65/ Gobi Machuria / Chicken 65 / Chilli Chicken / Chicken Manchurian ) | |
BUTTER CHICKEN | $13.99 |
Boneless pieces of chicken cooked in rich tomato sauce and sweetened by honey and topped with cream and butter | |
GONGURA MUTTON | $14.99 |
A simple south delicacy, Mutton with sorreal leaves infused with traditional Indian Spieces |
PB Sushi - 1203 Garnet Ave
1203 Garnet Ave, San Diego
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Creamy Crunchy Roll | $14.00 |
6-8 Pieces | |
X-Girl Friend Roll | $16.00 |
6-8 Pieces | |
Pokie Roll | $14.00 |
6-8 Pieces |
FRENCH FRIES
Barleymash
600 5th Ave, San Diego
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SALAMI | $19.75 |
artisan salamis and pepperonis, roasted tomato-ale sauce, mozzarella, roasted garlic cloves | |
ALL IN | $18.75 |
applewood-smoked bacon, chili-braised short rib, ale-braised pork shoulder, pepper jack beer-cheese sauce, fresh chilis | |
BRUSSELS NO MAC | $14.25 |
fried brussel sprouts, caramelized onions, bacon, shredded parmesan and jager- balsamic drizzle |
The Taco Stand - North Park
3000 Upas St suite 105, San Diego
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CHIPS & GUACAMOLE | $5.49 |
FRESH MADE CHIPS WITH GUACAMOLE | |
MAR Y TIERRA BURRITO | $9.89 |
GRILLED SHRIMP WITH ANGUS STEAK, MELTED CHEESE, AVOCADO, CABBAGE, TOMATO, CHIPOTLE SALSA | |
CALIFORNIA BURRITO | $8.89 |
FLAME GRILLED ANGUS STEAK (100% CERTIFIED ANGUS BEEF), MELTED CHEESE, TOMATO, FRIES, GUACAMOLE, SALSA MILD, SOUR CREAM |
Taco*Centro - 539 Island Avenue
539 Island Avenue, San Diego
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BURRITO BIRRIA | $14.50 |
Slow-Cooked Tender Pulled Beef, Pinto Beans, Rice, Cilantro & Onions | |
MEXICAN STREET CORN | $5.50 |
Grilled Corn Served With Mayonnaise, Cotija Cheese & Chili Powder | |
QUESADILLA AL PASTOR | $12.90 |
On a Flour Tortilla, Melted Cheese, Thinly Sliced Rotisserie Marinated Pork, Side of Guacamole, Sour Cream and Pico |
Gravity Heights
9920 Pacific Heights Blvd, San Diego
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Roasted Veggies | $5.00 |
single side with salt, pepper, and butter. | |
WNL Burger | $21.00 |
american cheese, lettuce, pasilla peppers, pickles, bacon, dirty sauce | |
Butter Noodles | $5.00 |
single side |
Tandoori Guys Point Loma - 3555 Rosecrans St 111
3555 Rosecrans St 111, San Diego
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Raita | $4.00 |
Butter | $0.00 |
Lunch Special | $12.00 |
Not Not Tacos
550 W Date St Suite B, San Diego
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The Trio Bundle | $14.95 |
choice of three tacos. | |
Shrimp Po'boy Taco | $6.00 |
Fried Shrimp| Remoulade | Lettuce | Tomato | |
Asian Salmon Taco | $7.50 |
spicy garlic hoisin | japanese mayo | jicama | togarashi spice | green onion | micro cilantro |
La Doña
1852 Bacon Street, San Diego
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TAMPIQUENA | $24.00 |
Citrus onion and garlic marinated 7oz steak topped with a mix of sautéed peppers and onions. Served with a guajillo queso enchilada, panela cheese, grilled chile guerito, spring onion, guacamole, and rice and beans. | |
TRES LECHES | $13.25 |
A delicious sponge cake soaked in vanilla tres leches. Topped with vanilla cream, canela, and berries. | |
CHURROS | $13.25 |
Crispy fried pastry dusted in cinnamon sugar. Served with vanilla cream for dipping. |
Armonía Kitchen - 1422 Garnet Ave
1422 Garnet Ave, San Diego
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Recovery | $9.75 |
Cacao, hemp protein (14g protein), avocado, flax seeds, almond butter, banana, dates, maca, cacao nibs. | |
Recharge Bowl | $13.49 |
Blue Spirulina Chia Pudding, açaí, strawberry, raspberry, black berry, granola, banana, hemp seeds, unsweetened coconut flakes, almond butter, cacao nibs, goji berries. | |
Machaca Burritos | $15.95 |
Machaca - a family recipe and tradition. Tomato, onion, mayocoba beans. |
Shisan Sushi and Chinese food - 332 J st
332 J st, San Diego
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Shisan Fan Roll 拾叁番 | $23.75 |
IN: snowcrab, tempura shrimp, asparagus, takuan TOP: halibut, lemon, garlic aioli, seared, yuzuponzu, eel sauce, chef’s blend & black tobiko | |
Orange Chicken | $16.75 |
Caterpillar roll | $15.75 |
Pauly's pizza joint - 6780 Miramar Rd #105
6780 Miramar Rd #10, San Diego
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16" Ranch | $26.25 |
chicken, bacon, ranch (no sauce) | |
18" TKO | $34.00 |
pepperoni, sausage, meatball, bacon (red pie) | |
16" Pesty | $26.25 |
whitecaps, chicken, basil pesto (no sauce) |