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1. Madison
4.5
Awesome(3023)
Price: Expensive
• Mediterranean • University Heights
Booked 20 times today
With their stunning design, classic cocktails & highly acclaimed fare, Madison finds itself among San Diego's can't miss restaurants! Serving many of Michelin recognized Chef Mario Cassineri classic dishes, perfect for Date Night of celebrating with friends. ʜᴀᴘᴘʏ ʜᴏᴜʀ - ᴇᴠᴇʀʏᴅᴀʏ 4-6ᴘᴍᴛᴜᴇꜱᴅᴀʏ - ʟɪᴠᴇ ᴊᴀᴢᴢ 7-9ᴘᴍᴡᴇᴅɴᴇꜱᴅᴀʏ - ᴅɪɴɴᴇʀ ᴡɪᴛʜ ᴅᴏɢꜱᴛʜᴜʀꜱᴅᴀʏ - ᴅᴊ ꜱᴘɪɴɴɪɴɢ ᴏʟᴅ ꜱᴄʜᴏᴏʟ ᴠɪɴʏʟꜰʀɪᴅᴀʏ & ꜱᴀᴛᴜʀᴅᴀʏ ɴɪɢʜᴛ - ᴀʟᴡᴀʏꜱ ᴀ ᴘᴀʀᴛʏ ᴡᴇᴇᴋᴇɴᴅ ʙᴏᴏᴢʏ ʙʀᴜɴᴄʜ - ʟɪᴠᴇ ᴅᴊꜱꜱᴜɴᴅᴀʏ ɴɪɢʜᴛ - ʟᴀᴛɪɴ ᴊᴀᴢᴢ 6-8ᴘᴍ
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2. Wilma's Carousel Bar
4.7
Exceptional(69)
Price: Expensive
• Cocktail Bar • Little Italy
Booked 18 times today
As one of only two carousel bars in the United States, Wilma’s Carousel Bar offers a truly unique experience.We invite you to immerse yourself in this nostalgic retreat with Executive Corporate Chef Brian Redzikowski’s French-Creole inspired dishes and Beverage Director Eric Johnson’s a selection of cocktails including both innovative spins on traditional favorites and imaginative new concoctions.
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3. Botanica
4.6
Exceptional(28)
Price: Moderate
• Cocktail Bar • North Park
Booked 2 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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4. Lou & Mickey's
4.7
Exceptional(4134)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Downtown
Booked 55 times today
Located at the gates to the historic Gaslamp Quarter in San Diego, Lou & Mickey’s is a timeless American steakhouse serving prime steaks, including in-house, dry-aged steaks, plus choice seafood, classic cocktails and an award-winning wine list, in a relaxing and inviting environment. Private dining capabilities also available.
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5. Craft Bar Kamon
4.8
Exceptional(188)
Price: Expensive
• Japanese • Downtown
Booked 26 times today
"Taisho Roman craft cocktail bar in the heart of East Village San Diego that reflects the period in Japan when traditionalism and modernism first converged. We are committed to offer the unique and best craft cocktails! **To make a reservation for a party of 6 or more, please contact us through email at info@barkamon.com Please refrain from booking multiple tables as we most likely won't be able to accommodate to seat together.**Please be aware that table or bar seating selection is just a request and it is not a confirmation. We will try our best to accommodate but due to limited seating availability, you may be seated to a different section from what you have requested at the reservation.
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6. Coco Maya
4.6
Exceptional(378)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Little Italy
Booked 3 times today
Nestled in the heart of Little Italy and overlooking the Piazza della Famiglia, Coco Maya offers a contemporary twist on classic American dishes. Our diverse menu ranges from light coastal cuisine to robust, flavorful proteins cooked in a traditional Spanish-style coal-fired Josper oven. Additionally, we pay homage to our neighborhood's roots with several Italian-inspired entrees, featuring unique takes on flatbreads and pastas. As part of the Grind & Prosper Hospitality Group, Coco Maya is an evolution of our original concept, Miss B’s Coconut Club in Mission Beach. Since our inception, we've continued to explore new flavors and culinary techniques while broadening our scope and enriching our cocktail program. Coco Maya boasts a diverse mezcal and tequila selection, alongside the delicious tropical and rum-based cocktails that have become synonymous with Miss B’s.Open daily for brunch and dinner, with a weekday Happy Hour from 2-5 pm.
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7. Fifth and Rose at Pendry San Diego
4.5
Awesome(37)
Price: Moderate
• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Downtown
Booked 5 times today
A sophisticated watering hole with elevated bare fare. The Pendry San Diego hotel bar, Fifth & Rose, is a classic cocktail bar in an elegant, chic, and comfortable room. A classic setting for a fitting drink, it is a place to engage in conversation, enjoy bar fare, and linger over the perfect cocktail. Rich stone stands out amidst a black and white palette with crimson details, while candles and fresh roses accent tables. Fifth & Rose is inspired by a host’s living room: comfortable, always welcoming, a place you never want to leave.
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8. Full Moon Sushi Kitchen Bar and Lounge
4.5
Awesome(399)
Price: Expensive
• Sushi • Downtown
Booked 4 times today
Refined under the tutelage of master sushi luminaries, Chef Sung’s Full Moon will be uniquely on display in the Gaslamp District, where it will debut as the first Kaizen sushi restaurant in San Diego. With him is a brigade of talented cooks and a staff with an unwavering dedication to quality and service.
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9. NOLA on 5th
4.2
Awesome(82)
Price: Moderate
• Creole / Cajun / Southern • Hillcrest
Booked 1 time today
NOLA on 5th brings the flavors and spirit of New Orleans dining to San Diego. You will find a casual bar and outdoor patio downstairs, with a more upscale experience in our upstairs room overlooking bustling 5th Avenue in San Diego's famous Hillcrest neighborhood. We've been featured on Food Network's Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives, as well as on A&E and The Travel Channel.Chef Andrew Boyer, a long-time New Orleans resident, has left no detail untouched in our food, from ingredients to presentation. You will find all of the traditional NOLA favorites here like jambalaya, gumbo, po'boys, red beans and rice, and more. We fly our bread in from Leidenheimer's bakery in Louisiana, and we'd love to serve you a delicious Abita beer with your meal. And while they are in season, be sure to stop by for one of our Louisiana crawfish boils, which are some of our busiest and most fun days of the year.
A photo of Marina Kitchen - San Diego Marriott Marquis & Marina restaurant
10. Marina Kitchen - San Diego Marriott Marquis & Marina
4.4
Awesome(415)
Price: Expensive
• Comfort Food • Downtown
Booked 11 times today
Marina Kitchen is a dynamic, chic and comfortable San Diego dining venue where people go to relax, socialize and take in the sights and sounds of a rhythmic and vibrant atmosphere. Enjoy panoramic views of the San Diego coastline from our bay restaurant.

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From verified diners like you
  • JimVIP
    San Diego •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    We were so pleased that Madison has brought back their delicious jambalaya! Having grown up in New Orleans, I can say that Madison‘s jambalaya is some of the best around! Also loved the live jazz, friendly staff, and good vibe of the place!
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    MadisonPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• University Heights
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    4.5
  • teenaVIP
    San Diego •9 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    Loved our time at Wilma’s! From our time at the bar to our experience at the table. Everyone was so kind and thoughtful for our birthday celebration! Highly recommend! Food and drinks were great as well!
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    Wilma's Carousel BarPrice: Expensive• Cocktail Bar• Little Italy
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    4.7
  • MeridithVIP
    Las Vegas •28 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    Truly a fantastic meal. The service was exceptional. Our waiter, Issa, took plenty of time to explain the menu and provide recommendations. And all through the meal, he anticipated our needs. The steaks were all delicious and perfectly cooked with lovely char on the outside and medium rare. The sides were great. The bread was great and came with a delicious goat cheese and a butter as well. The atmosphere was quintessential steakhouse. We will definitely be back.
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    Lou & Mickey'sPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Downtown
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    4.7
  • John
    Washington, D.C. Area •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Dec 16, 2024
    The visit was 20/10!!! Yes, that great! Armadeaus was an incredible host and server who made the time wonderful. I had already been there twice, but it was great to introduce 11 of my friends to it and they LOVED it! The food and drinks were top notch. I also had to change details of the reservation twice and the restaurant was prompt in their response to make it happen. There was no better way to celebrate two friends’ birthdays than our time there!
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    Craft Bar KamonPrice: Expensive• Japanese• Downtown
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    4.8
  • MIchael
    San Diego •10 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Dec 11, 2024
    Great spot for a craft cocktail. Tuesdays are Tini Tuesdays with a large selection of specials!
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    BotanicaPrice: Moderate• Cocktail Bar• North Park
    •
    4.6

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