Best Restaurants for Special Occasions in South Park

91 restaurants available nearby

1. Buona Forchetta

4.6

Exceptional(867)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • South Park

Booked 67 times today

Buona Forchetta started in 2011 as a craving of Matteo’s to bring some of his native Italy to our adopted home of South Park. We found the perfect corner and built the perfect oven. Since then, we’ve strived to deliver an exceptional and authentic Italian experience to our customers keeping our focus on the simple recipes that Matteo grew up on. We owe a huge “grazie” to our neighbors who have joined us on this awesome journey, and we hope that you will continue to be part of our story.

2. KINDRED

4.7

Exceptional(215)

Price: Expensive

• Vegetarian / Vegan • South Park

Booked 44 times today

Equal parts evil lair and Victorian cocktail salon, KINDRED has transfixed and beguiledall who step into its portal, with whimsical eccentricity, world class vegan dishes, and ambitiously inventive cocktails.Since opening its doors in late 2015 in the enchanting neighborhood of South Park, SanDiego, KINDRED has garnered recognition which transcends its plant-based credo,heralded as one of the city's premier dining institutions. It has been named EATER SanDiego's and San Diego Magazine's Restaurant Of The Year, topped Zagat San Diego'sMost Important Restaurant Openings, and earned an Orchid Award for interiordesign from the San Diego Architectural Foundation. KINDRED was also named within the Food Network's list of the best vegan restaurants in the country, was voted the Best Vegan Bar in the U.S. by VegNews magazine, and received regional honors from the Tales Of The Cocktail Foundation for Best Restaurant Bar in the West.

3. insideOUT

4.8

Exceptional(2360)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Hillcrest

Booked 79 times today

insideOUT is Hillcrest's elevated restaurant and lounge, and San Diego's only urban oasis! We are an 18+ venue.Reservations for our upcoming "Sweetheart Experience" are now open! The Experience will be February 5th - 16th!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.

4. Mister A's

4.9

Exceptional(8712)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary French / American • Downtown

Booked 74 times today

Mister A's is the penthouse, fine-dining destination of San Diego, and has been for over 50 years. Located just a few minutes from downtown, you will take the elevator to the top floor and look back out over jetliners sweeping past at eye level, the San Diego skyline, bay and Pacific, while enjoying Modern American cuisine, hand-crafted cocktails, and one of Wine Spectator's top-rated wine lists in the country. The culinary staff hand-selects local farm produce and the highest quality ingredients in every category to offer you selections that are made from scratch in house for brunch, lunch, dinner.. or simply the finest rooftop drinks and appetizers in town.Please visit our website for specific dress code guidelines: https://www.asrestaurant.com/contact/(Guests not in dress code will be turned away)

5. Cowboy Star

4.9

Exceptional(4773)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown

Booked 74 times today

Located in the heart of the East Village neighborhood of San Diego, Cowboy Star is dedicated to providing an unmatched attention to detail and a level of service that immediately sets us apart. Cowboy Star guests are the number one priority and guest satisfaction is the base upon which our entire concept is built. Our level of service is only matched by our celebration of regional American heirloom recipes offered with genuine neighborly hospitality. We are committed to supporting local and regional farmers, fishers and producers by cooking food that recaptures the simple and pure tastes found in locally grown, natural and organic ingredients. We strive to raise awareness of a more sustainable food future, while helping to restore a sense of community that brings us back to a more homegrown time.The Cowboy Star Menu features the finest in select natural products including Niman Ranch all natural beef from the nation's leading Certified Humane Angus herd.

6. Callie Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(257)

Price: Very Expensive

• Mediterranean • Downtown

Booked 72 times today

Callie represents Chef Travis Swikard's debut solo project after spending a decade working alongside the esteemed Chef Daniel Boulud in New York City. The restaurant’s name, "Callie," comes from the Greek word "kallos," meaning "the most beautiful," and embodies its blend of Mediterranean cuisine with local ingredients and terroir, from sea to land from San Diego, Swikard's hometown. In 2022, Callie was acclaimed as one of America's top new restaurants by Esquire and Robb Report, and received both a Bib Gourmand and a Plate from the Michelin Guide. Callie is a dedicated supporter of Feeding San Diego, having contributed over 1 million meals to those in need in San Diego since its launch. Swikard is set to open his second restaurant in La Jolla in 2025.

7. Juniper & Ivy

4.6

Exceptional(8074)

Price: Expensive

• Unspecified • Little Italy

Booked 85 times today

Juniper & Ivy is a go-to place for special occasions. With its unique, creative, and delicious menu, it's a perfect spot for birthdays, anniversaries, and any other celebrations. The reviews are glowing with praises for the outstanding service, wonderful ambiance, and unforgettable dining experience. One reviewer even mentioned a special menu for their anniversary and a champagne toast. With its top-notch service, locally sourced food, and award-winning wine list, Juniper & Ivy makes any celebration truly memorable.

8. Herb & Wood

4.6

Exceptional(6499)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Little Italy

Booked 83 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.

9. Coasterra

4.6

Exceptional(7608)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Harbor Island

Booked 114 times today

Coasterra is San Diego's premier bay front dining destination! We are an innovative and modern restaurant, lounge and floating event center, featuring Mexican cuisine.

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10. The Prado at Balboa Park

4.6

Exceptional(7931)

Price: Moderate

• Californian • Downtown

Booked 70 times today

Located in San Diego's Balboa Park, in the Historic House of Hospitality, The Prado offers historic charm and California cuisine.

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Jovanni
San Diego •1 review
5.0
Dined today
Great food and really quick service! Surprised my girlfriend with custom menus and birthday dessert! Highly recommend.
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Cowboy StarPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Downtown
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4.9
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Yasmin
San Diego •1 review
5.0
Dined today
Food was absolutely amazing. Never had such tasty Italian food in sd
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Buona ForchettaPrice: Moderate• Italian• South Park
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4.6
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Ian
San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
We really loved the space! It had a great, almost club like atmosphere. I ordered the filet mignon, which I had to cook table side. It was brought to me on a hot stone. It came with rustic potatoes, best potatoes I ever had. My fiance ordered the chicken breast, the chicken was very bland and dry, he was pretty disappointed. Over all great experience, staff was very friendly, will come back.
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insideOUTPrice: Expensive• Californian• Hillcrest
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4.8
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Dwayne
Dallas - Fort Worth •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Mister A’s is a constant in fine dining. The level of attentiveness is extraordinary and is experienced with every interaction. And you can’t beat a burnt orange old fashion.
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Mister A'sPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary French / American• Downtown
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4.9
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Elizabeth
London •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jan 3, 2025
Amazing food & atmosphere! Loved it so much we went two nights in a row before flying home to the U.K! Thank you Kindred💚
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KINDREDPrice: Expensive• Vegetarian / Vegan• South Park
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4.7

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1. Buona Forchetta

2. KINDRED

3. insideOUT

4. Mister A's

5. Cowboy Star

6. Callie Restaurant

7. Juniper & Ivy

8. Herb & Wood

9. Coasterra

10. The Prado at Balboa Park

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