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Javier's - La Jolla
Price: Moderate•Mexican•4.6(3,686)La Jolla - 2
Cesarina
Price: Moderate•Italian•4.8(5,720)Ocean Beach - 3
LEILA
Price: Expensive•Middle Eastern•4.7(869)North Park - 4
Duke's La Jolla
Price: Moderate•Hawaii Regional Cuisine•4.5(6,674)La Jolla - 5
Benihana - San Diego, CA
Price: Moderate•Japanese•3.8(7,579)Mission Valley
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STK- San Diego
Price: Expensive•Steakhouse•4.3(3,431)Downtown - 2
insideOUT
Price: Expensive•Californian•4.8(2,452)Hillcrest - 3
Mister A's
Price: Very Expensive•Contemporary French / American•4.8(8,813)Downtown - 4
Alexander's on 30th
Price: Expensive•Italian•4.8(3,152)North Park - 5
Juniper & Ivy
Price: Expensive•Unspecified•4.6(8,162)Little Italy
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Kettner Exchange
Price: Expensive•Contemporary American•4.7(1,428)Little Italy - 2
Madison
Price: Expensive•Mediterranean•4.5(3,096)University Heights - 3
CUCINA urbana
Price: Moderate•Italian•4.7(7,149)Banker's Hill - 4
NINE-TEN
Price: Expensive•Californian•4.8(2,978)La Jolla - 5
Cloak + Petal
Price: Expensive•Sushi•4.6(1,005)Little Italy
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Bleu Boheme
Price: Expensive•French•4.7(3,610)"World travel and its pleasures; items brought back from different places for décors; great stories shared with others; and very importantly, simple, yet delicious recipes from different cultures. Our mission is humble. It is simply for people coming to our restaurant to be transported around the world, and to travel with us for an evening, to a place of well-being and happiness."
Bleu Bohème is designed to create a feeling of France's past generations. It mixes the Bohemian and artistic free spirited left bank of Paris with the roots and tradition of the rural areas. Bleu Bohème is a neighborhood restaurant that serves accessible, affordable and comforting French cuisine.Trattoria Da Sofia
Price: Moderate•Italian•4.6(246)Trattoria da Sofia is a brand new Italian restaurant located in the charming Kensington neighborhood of San Diego. Trattoria da Sofia features delicious, comforting Italian dishes paired with warm Italian hospitality. By day, the Trattoria is your new favorite coffee shop and cafe.
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- JPJPsportsmedSouthwest Florida •18 reviews5.0Dined 2 days agoFood was delicious, service totally professional, ambiance very cool. Excellent overall experienceMore infoJuniper & IvyPrice: Expensive• Unspecified• Little Italy•4.6
- GGuillianSan Diego •1 review5.0Dined 2 days agoTruly a wonderful experience! It was a great way to celebrate my birthday. Great food and service, the ambiance and view was beautiful. We will definitely be back!More infoSenecaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Downtown•4.7
- FfernandoVIPSan Diego •6 reviews5.0Dined 4 days agoexcellent as always thanks for the great meal great serviceMore infoBleu BohemePrice: Expensive• French• Kensington•4.7
- PPaulVIPSan Diego •11 reviews5.0Dined 4 days agoUnbelievable food and outstanding service. Would definitely recommend this restaurant.More infoTrattoria Da SofiaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Kensington•4.6
- JJillSan Diego •14 reviews5.0Dined on Mar 5, 2025Great. Always delicious with good service. Thanks.More infoMadiPrice: Moderate• Breakfast• Kensington•4.7
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Travelers love stopping in Kensington on their way through San Diego. It is well-known for seafood since it's near the coast of California. The clams, lobster, tuna, and other seafood are fresh at marketplaces and restaurants. Fish sandwiches are local favorites, and the fish may be gently seared or fully cooked. It is also served raw in the forms of sushi, sashimi, and ceviche at many fusion restaurants. Kensington is also home to mom and pop stores on the east end. These small eateries have been in business for decades, and they are highly regarded here. This neighborhood has a mix of old and adventurous when it comes to cuisine.
Frequently asked questions
The best reviewed restaurant in Kensington (San Diego) is Madi
The best vegetarian restaurants in Kensington (San Diego) are Bleu Boheme, Trattoria Da Sofia and Madi
The restaurants with the best service in Kensington (San Diego) are Trattoria Da Sofia, Bleu Boheme and Madi
The restaurants with the best ambiance in Kensington (San Diego) are Bleu Boheme, Madi and Trattoria Da Sofia
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