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1. Tom Hams Lighthouse
4.6
Exceptional(6639)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Downtown
Booked 37 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 a 100% responsibly resourced seafood menu & award winning Sunday Champagne Brunch, we are a must when it comes to the San Diego food scene. The dining room, purposely shaped like the state of California, allows for groups as grand as 50 yet private enough for a couple’s night out. Holiday brunches have been long time family traditions for many San Diegans. Start your family’s tradition this next holiday. With the best views of the Downtown City Skyline, Coronado & San Diego Bay, Tom Ham's is & remains a San Diego tradition in dining excellence since 1971.
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2. insideOUT
4.7
Exceptional(2247)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Hillcrest
Booked 83 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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3. Kettner Exchange
4.7
Exceptional(1325)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Little Italy
Booked 55 times today
Kettner Exchange boasts two levels of indoor/outdoor drinking and dining and Little Italy’s only rooftop patio with spanning harbor views. We feature Progressive American cuisine from critically acclaimed Executive Chef Brian Redzikowski. In 2019, Kettner Exchange was named to Michelin Guide's prestigious Bib Gourmand list. Kettner Exchange has proudly maintained this award every year thereafter. Originally introduced in 1997, the Bib Gourmand category highlights restaurants that serve high-quality meals which include two courses and a glass of wine or dessert for $40 or less.
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4. Bali Hai Restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(5952)
Price: Expensive
• Polynesian • Shelter Island / San Diego Bay
Booked 35 times today
Exotic Pacific dining on an enchanted tiki island.The Bali Hai Restaurant has been a favorite in San Diego for over fifty years. Our spectacular views of the San Diego bay and the downtown skyline make us the perfect location for any special event. Along with our dining room upstairs, our premise possesses three different and versatile private rooms. The flexibility of multiple private facilities allows us to accommodate any type of party. We host weddings, class reunions, birthdays, anniversaries, concerts, memorials, festivals, fundraisers, business meetings, seminars, and corporate events.
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5. Island Prime
4.6
Exceptional(8308)
Price: Moderate
• Steakhouse • Downtown
Booked 62 times today
Resting on stilts atop San Diego Bay, Island Prime overlooks the city skyline and Coronado.
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6. Brigantine at Portside Pier
4.7
Exceptional(4178)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Downtown
Booked 96 times today
The Brigantine is more than just home to some of San Diego’s finest seafood. It’s a place where locals and visitors alike come to share a lively atmosphere and authentic sense of community. The Morton family opened the first Brigantine on Shelter Island in 1969, with a vision that embraced the beach town lifestyle, a dedication to flavorful food, and a passion for friendly service. Today, we’re known far and wide for our San Diego-style surf and turf. From our award-winning fish tacos and freshly shucked oysters, to classic filet mignon or our perpetually best-selling marinated grilled swordfish. Always prepared to exceed expectations, and served with a smile. You can stop in at any neighborhood Brigantine and get a taste of the local flavor, from regionally inspired specials, to custom cocktails and home town craft beers. At the Brigantine we make first timers feel like regulars, and consider regulars part of the family. So come by often, and share our taste for life.
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7. The Henry - Coronado
4.8
Exceptional(2396)
Price: Moderate
• American • Coronado
Booked 123 times today
The Henry - Coronado is a fantastic spot for brunch. The menu boasts a variety of delicious dishes like Rancheros Breakfast Bowl and Flower Child Scramble. It's also praised for its signature spritzes and mimosas. Reviews are glowing, with many customers calling it one of the best brunch spots they've dined at, and highlighting the excellent food and service.
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8. Officine Buona Forchetta
4.7
Exceptional(486)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Point Loma
Booked 53 times today
Located in the heart of the historic Liberty Station neighborhood, Officine Buona Forchetta blends award winning Neapolitan-style pies and Northern Italian upscale entrees in a family-friendly, approachable space.
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9. Little Frenchie
4.7
Exceptional(1415)
Price: Moderate
• French • Coronado
Booked 22 times today
Little Frenchie is a chef-driven approachable bistro modeled after Parisian neighborhood cafes. Enjoy our rotating menu of Provencal classics, our immense selection of unique cheeses imported from France and our extensive wine collection from both France and California. We take pride in the imported and local ingredients we use; our produce is sourced from regional farmers, and our seafood from local area fisherman.
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10. Saint James French Diner
4.5
Awesome(222)
Price: Expensive
• French American • Downtown
Booked 18 times today
This American diner meets elegant French bistro is open Monday–Friday for Breakfast and Lunch, every day for Dinner and Happy Hour, and on the weekends for Brunch. With a full bar and an approachable menu, locals and travelers can indulge in a variety of French-inspired classics, from shared mussels to ratatouille and burgers.
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  • Sean
    San Diego •1 review
    4.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Overall a great experience. I was entertaining some colleagues and a business partner in town for a conference as a local and they thoroughly enjoyed the meal. Several of our dishes were great. Most notably the hot oil seared salmon that our server recommended and spicy garlic noodles. I wasnt really a fan of the meatball and spicy shrimp plates (but I may be biased having had similar dishes in the past) We arrived almost 30 minutes and the host Erika was exceptionally welcoming and got us seated promptly which was awesome. Definitely would come back, great for a date night or entertaining guests.
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    Kettner ExchangePrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Little Italy
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    4.7
  • Linda
    San Diego •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Superb experience, foodie speaking…food, service, ambiance, all top notch! Thank you Seth!!
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    Island PrimePrice: Moderate• Steakhouse• Downtown
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    4.6
  • Kimberly
    San Diego •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Christmas Magic Our dining experience was golden. The atmosphere was over the top, literally with giant snowflakes, golden ornaments sparkling everywhere. We had a smile on our face the whole evening. Our food was delicious. I had the filet again because it's that good. My friends had the salmon. I tried the 1/2 Caesar salad, the best I’ve had in years. We got a side of crispy red potatoes and garlic bread with dipping au jus. Everything was cooked to perfection and tasted great. They give you umbrellas to use because every hour on the hour Christmas music starts to play and it snows!!!! So much fun. To top it all off we had the Baked Alaska flambé. Our waiter poured a flaming blue caramel sauce over our dessert. What a show! My only regret was we shared it and I didn’t get my own. LOL!! Excellent place for a date night, but a must see for everyone to get in the Christmas spirit. PS We loved our waiter Michael he gave us exceptional service .
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    insideOUTPrice: Expensive• Californian• Hillcrest
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    4.7
  • Ronvip
    San Diego •9 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    One of the best bay views available. Food is excellent quality and underpriced for the combination of location and food quality. Ron Mix
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    Tom Hams LighthousePrice: Expensive• Seafood• Downtown
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    4.6
  • Kenneth
    San Diego •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Window view was spectacular and the food was awesome! Was my wife’s birthday and had a slice of their cake. Wasn’t overpowering that wanted eat it slowly to savor the taste. Will definitely come again
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    Bali Hai RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Polynesian• Shelter Island / San Diego Bay
    •
    4.6

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