Restaurants near Emerald Hills Park

65 restaurants available nearby

1. insideOUT

4.8

Exceptional(2357)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Hillcrest

Booked 70 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.

2. MOTHERSHIP

4.8

Exceptional(347)

Price: Moderate

• Tapas / Small Plates • North Park

Booked 70 times today

Tropical space adventure in South Park! Exotic cocktails. Interplanetary fusion small plates. Named Best Bars In America by Esquire Magazine. Reservations offer 90-minute experience like no other, venturing towards the outer limits of the tropical flavor galaxy! WALK INS WELCOME - Walk-in tables are available daily. Early arrival is encouraged and there is a paging system in the event of a waitlist.

3. Buona Forchetta

4.6

Exceptional(866)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • South Park

Booked 70 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.

4. Callie Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(255)

Price: Very Expensive

• Mediterranean • Downtown

Booked 75 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.

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5. Woodstock's Pizza - San Diego

4.4

Awesome(14)

Price: Moderate

• Pizzeria • College Area

Legendary taste meets the party scene at Woodstock’s Pizza near SDSU. Woodstock's offers a fast casual dining experience with counter ordering and delivery to your table.Bring your friends for award-winning pies, sides and suds. Your choices are endlessly customizable; we have options for most dietary restrictions, including gluten-free, vegetarian, vegan, and lactose-intolerant. Try our signature wheat crust and exclusive extra zesty sauce, and watch us load on the freshest, highest-quality toppings.Woodstock's has 18 taps serving some of the most innovative craft beers, along with a selection of bottled beers and wines. We specialize in groups of all sizes, with flexible seating and a pet-friendly heated patio. Join the fun at our weekly Trivia and Pint Nights. We're open from lunch to late night, and we deliver throughout San Diego.

6. Cowboy Star

4.9

Exceptional(4773)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown

Booked 76 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.

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7. Lemon Grove Bistro

4.9

Exceptional(92)

Price: Moderate

• American • Lemon Grove

Booked 2 times today

In addition to offering comforting American favorites, our menu provides a selection of flavors inspired by our chef’s culinary experiences, ranging from classic Spanish fare to Italian favorites. Our menu changes seasonally to feature the freshest ingredients and provide an exciting dining experience throughout the year.The Lemon Grove Bistro is in a historic mission-style building in the heart of Lemon Grove. Since 1912, it’s been a place where locals meet and build connections, whether they were picking up their mail at the Sonka General Store in 1944 or ordering custom cakes at the Grove Pastry Shop in 2012. Come for the food. Stay to experience the inviting ambiance of the historic building and its new garden. Let’s build community--together.

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8. Alexander's on 30th

4.8

Exceptional(3103)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • North Park

Booked 37 times today

Neighborhood gem located in the heart of the Historic North Park District, adjoining Balboa Park and the world famous San Diego Zoo. Specializing in homestyle Italian with Gourmet Flair. Hand made Pastas, Award Winning Pizza and Voted Best of Restaurants by San Diego Magazine "Most Romantic". Listed as Top 25 Places to Eat in San Diego "Before You Die" by San Diego Union Tribune. Make memorable celebrations on our beautiful patio, the perfect ambiance for any occasion. Remember to try our diners favorites, The Theodore's Fix Pizza and Baked Vodka Bolognese.Look forward to serving you soon!

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9. Cori Pastificio Trattoria

4.7

Exceptional(625)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • North Park

Booked 28 times today

Acclaimed Sicilian Chef Accursio Lota serves up authentic cuisine in a cozy 60's-style Italian trattoria. Voted San Diego's Best Chef five years in a row, and Barilla’s World Pasta Champion, at Cori Trattoria Chef Lota serves up beautifully bold dishes like Agnolotti with Spring Peas and Beef Bone Marrow, and an unbelievably rich Vegan Parmigiana di Melanzane. The menu melds the flavors of Sicily and Italy with the best of fresh, locally-sourced Southern California ingredients, and is matched by a curated wine list and cocktail program that include indigenous, bio-dynamic varietals from all Italy. The current Spring menu features dishes like Agnolotti with Spring Peas, fava bean, and beef bone marrow, and Cacio e Pepe with sustainably-sourced Petrovich caviar.Enjoy full-service table seating, grab a place at the marble-topped bar, from which you can watch all the action of your meal being prepared in the open kitchen or just order your meal to enjoy at home with your family.

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10. The Prado at Balboa Park

4.6

Exceptional(7928)

Price: Moderate

• Californian • Downtown

Booked 51 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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Najaree
San Diego •1 review
5.0
Dined today
It was a bit loud but it was perfect. Fast service they kept our water refilled , I have an onion allergy and they were very quick to get me a new meal with no problems they were very kind and attentive . Just amazing customer service over all I recommend this place to anyone who is in San Diego . Don’t walk , RUN !
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insideOUTPrice: Expensive• Californian• Hillcrest
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4.8
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Kathryn
San Diego •1 review
5.0
Dined today
2nd visit and I still enjoyiled it as much as the first. The drinks are amazing and ambiance is out of this world.
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MOTHERSHIPPrice: Moderate• Tapas / Small Plates• North Park
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4.8
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Nancy
San Diego •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
It was so much more than the exquisite meal - it was an experience. Callie’s servers are the most knowledgable, best trained, most service oriented team we’ve ever experienced. We had the tasting menu which was EXTRAORDINARY and - for the brave - the delicious Kook Juice from the bar. Our favorite place to dine in San Diego!
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Callie RestaurantPrice: Very Expensive• Mediterranean• Downtown
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4.8
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kelsey
San Diego •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Fantastic experience! The food was great and even on a Wednesday they had a full staff to ensure a great experience.
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Cowboy StarPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Downtown
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4.9
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Patrick
Dallas - Fort Worth •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Had a wonderful experience with our server Shada. Yes it’s a little high end but overall a good value for quality and amount of food. Very clean facility and very friendly and professional staff. Good choices and many options - highly recommend
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The Prado at Balboa ParkPrice: Moderate• Californian• Downtown
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4.6

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65 restaurants available nearby

1. insideOUT

2. MOTHERSHIP

3. Buona Forchetta

4. Callie Restaurant

5. Woodstock's Pizza - San Diego

6. Cowboy Star

7. Lemon Grove Bistro

8. Alexander's on 30th

9. Cori Pastificio Trattoria

10. The Prado at Balboa Park

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