Best Restaurants with a Fireplace in San Diego

43 restaurants available nearby

1. Herb & Wood

4.7

Exceptional(6485)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Little Italy

Booked 39 times today

A timeless, sought-after dining escape, celebrated Chef Brian Malarkey opened Herb & Wood to instant acclaim over four years ago. In that time, the restaurant has become an icon, a dining destination that has helped to propel San Diego's culinary reputation to new heights. By focusing on rustic, wood-fired dishes, Chef Malarkey's menu elevates humble ingredients such as carrots, beets, and chicken, incorporating Mediterranean flavors and a California ethos of seasonality and sustainability.

2. Kettner Exchange

4.7

Exceptional(1365)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Little Italy

Booked 31 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.

3. ARLO San Diego

4.3

Awesome(768)

Price: Moderate

• American • Mission Valley

Booked 21 times today

ARLO is an award-winning restaurant known for its scratch-made dishes, crafted from fresh local ingredients. Serving breakfast, weekend DJ brunch, and dinner, ARLO offers a fun and quirky environment. Highlights include a sweeping outdoor patio, swaying palm trees, and a giant outdoor fireplace. The experience is rounded out by an inventive cocktail program, an extensive wine list, and local craft beers on tap. Recently, ARLO won Best Hotel Restaurant and Best Restaurant for Big Groups in the San Diego Magazine Best of 2024 awards. Free parking is available.

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4. Butcher Shop Steakhouse - San Diego

4.5

Awesome(2579)

Price: Expensive

• Steak • Kearny Mesa

Booked 28 times today

Reminiscent of a classic Chicago-style steakhouse, The Butcher Shop features only the finest quality mid-Reminiscent of a classic Chicago-style steakhouse, the ambiance is sexy, warm and intimate, with rich dark wood paneling, comfortable leather booths, gleaming brass and beautifully etched-glass panels.Indulge in the exquisite flavors of USDA Choice & Prime Midwestern steaks and chops, including our signature Prime Rib, slow-roasted to perfection to preserve its tender juiciness. All our steaks are expertly grilled over oak wood, imparting a delightful charred exterior and a hint of smoky richness. In addition to our stellar steaks, we offer a diverse selection that includes salmon, chicken, lamb, and pasta dishes, ensuring there's something to delight every palate.

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5. True Food Kitchen - San Diego FV

4.5

Awesome(1926)

Price: Moderate

• American • Mission Valley

Booked 39 times today

True Food Kitchen is a chef-driven restaurant and scratch bar that was founded by Dr. Andrew Weil, the pioneer of integrative medicine, to provide food that tastes great and is good for you. At our table, delicious dining and conscious nutrition go hand in hand, without sacrificing flavor, creativity or indulgence. Our expertly trained chefs craft flavor-forward dishes, handcrafted cocktails and freshly pressed refreshers so you can enjoy epic food experiences that aren’t just good for you, but good to you. Join us in san Diego for lunch, dinner, or weekend brunch. Located at San Diego's Fashion Valley, a Simon Mall. Entrance from Friars Road at Avenida De Las Tiendas, use surface lot near Bloomingdale's. New flavors, new combinations, new obsessions. Come see us for something completely new and delicious.

6. Elvira

4.9

Exceptional(417)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Ocean Beach

Booked 38 times today

Benvenuti Nella Mia Cucina, Belli De Nonna! Before we dive into the delicious feast prepared for you, let me give you a little taste of my vita. I was born in the heart of Rome, and I've been cooking up a storm my entire life! My cucina has always been the center of the universe for my 3 daughters, 5 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren, their friends, loved ones, and acquaintances – everyone was always Benvenuto!Now, we've brought that same love and flavor right here to San Diego. My beloved grandson, Niccolo', and his amore, Cesarina, are opening the doors of my Cucina with the same warm heart and passion.Wondering how I made it to 95? Well, it's simple: I ate everything that's served here and filled my life with amore! So, Benvenuti! Don't hesitate to indulge in "Scarpetta" - dip that bread into the sauce, just like my grandchildren used to do at the stove when they thought I wasn't looking.Here, Belli De Nonna, it’s all about food, family, and creating beautiful memories!

7. The Grass Skirt

4.7

Exceptional(719)

Price: Expensive

• Polynesian • Pacific Beach

Booked 20 times today

From beverage director Eric Johnson love of tiki cocktails, to corporate executive chef Brian Redzikowski’s mastery of southeast asian cuisine, the grass skirt combines the fun, lighthearted, escapist nature of tiki culture, with the creativity and unsurpassed food and beverage quality guests have come to expect from SDCM restaurants.

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8. La Gran Terraza - University of San Diego

4.7

Exceptional(1128)

Price: Moderate

• Californian • Mission Valley

The Grand Dining Room is open for lunch Monday - Friday from 11:30am-1:30pm.La Gran Terraza is a California bistro featuring farm-to-table lunch and dinner. The Grand Dining Room and terrace have fantastic views of Tecolote Canyon and Mission Bay. OTooles offers small bites, nightly happy hour, a cozy fireplace, local craft beers and an excellent wine list.Visit our website for a calendar of special events.

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9. Covewood - Mission Bay Resort

4.2

Awesome(540)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Mission Bay

Booked 10 times today

California Coastal CuisinePacific breezes and fire features create an intimate indoor/outdoor atmosphere for indulging in the local bounty at Covewood. Fresh seafood and wood-grilled vegetables are paired with local wines and food-friendly cocktails while tactile elements of leather and linen convey an understated luxury, translating our barefoot-chic ethos into an exceptional dining experience.

10. Barrel & Board Social

4.8

Exceptional(326)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Hillcrest

Booked 8 times today

A New Woman-Forward Intimate Cocktail & Food Experience is Here!Welcome to Hillcrest’s chicest spot for craft cocktails, barrel-aged potables, and chef-inspired shareable boards. An upscale LGBTQ+ bar, restaurant & event space brought to you by the Mo’s Universe Group! Named San Diego's Top 10 Hottest Cocktail spots by EATER, as well as Open Table's Top 10 DINERS CHOICE Winner!

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Melanie
San Diego •1 review
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Food was excellent. A lot of great dishes for their buffet. Wide variety of proteins, veggies, seafood and desserts to select from. Atmosphere was relaxed with a sense of refinement. Attentive service all the way around. And parking was easy and validated. Great place!
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ARLO San DiegoPrice: Moderate• American• Mission Valley
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4.3
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RickVIP
San Diego •120 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Dry-aged Delmonico was the best steak I've ever had. We raised Angus beef in Indiana and in the 66 years I have walked this earth, there is no finer steak.
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Butcher Shop Steakhouse - San DiegoPrice: Expensive• Steak• Kearny Mesa
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4.5
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Kathleen
Phoenix / Arizona •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Simply put, one of the best meals I have had the privilege of enjoying! Delightful server, Calvin, was very in tune with the timing of our meal and our needs. The fixed menu was perfect for Christmas Eve, as it kept the meal flowing and decision-making to a minimum. Every course was delectable from the scallop crudo, the creamed mushrooms, and the sea bass, to the date cake with walnut ice cream! Mezcal hibiscus cocktail was creative and tasty, as well! I will definitely be back!
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Herb & WoodPrice: Expensive• Californian• Little Italy
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4.7
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jim
San Diego •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 24, 2024
The small plates are entirely original, owing more to Asian and other fusion than to Spanish tapas. The cocktails were original and enhanced the meal. Ambience was great
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Kettner ExchangePrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Little Italy
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4.7
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SARAVIP
San Diego •134 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 23, 2024
Love True Food! We visit usually every 3 weeks & different locations. The FV and UTC locations are the best. Espresso martinis and Ancient Grain bowls are our favorites. We also love the street tacos and charred califlowwr for appetizers.
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True Food Kitchen - San Diego FVPrice: Moderate• American• Mission Valley
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4.5

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43 restaurants available nearby

1. Herb & Wood

2. Kettner Exchange

3. ARLO San Diego

4. Butcher Shop Steakhouse - San Diego

5. True Food Kitchen - San Diego FV

6. Elvira

7. The Grass Skirt

8. La Gran Terraza - University of San Diego

9. Covewood - Mission Bay Resort

10. Barrel & Board Social

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