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1. Cesarina
4.9
Exceptional(5564)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Ocean Beach
Booked 198 times today
Cesarina is a grandmother, a mother, a daughter—our personification of a nurturer who feeds and cares for her community. From meticulous attention to detail and fresh ingredients to the warm and inviting atmosphere, this restaurant is a celebration of the power of food and family.
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2. Cannonball
4.5
Awesome(1154)
Price: Moderate
• Sushi • Mission Bay
Booked 48 times today
Refreshing craft cocktails, seriously tasty sushi, and California cuisine are just the start of what you’ll savor at Cannonball. Whether you choose to get cozy within our intimate cocktail lounge or out on the rooftop terrace, you’ll be treated to truly spectacular Mission Beach views every bite and sip. Dive into culinary creativity at Cannonball—there’s nothing quite like it!For larger parties, please contact us directly at info@cannonballsd.com
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3. C-Level
4.7
Exceptional(4949)
Price: Moderate
• Cocktail Bar • Downtown
Booked 129 times today
Resting on stilts atop San Diego By C Level Lounge, is an upscale-casual lounge on the waterfront overlooking the city skyline and Coronado.
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4. Coasterra
4.6
Exceptional(7608)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Harbor Island
Booked 112 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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5. Dockside 1953
4.5
Awesome(616)
Price: Moderate
• Californian • Mission Beach
Booked 8 times today
With its spectacular waterfront setting on Mission Bay, nautical-inspired design, and a menu of mouthwatering dishes, Dockside 1953 is a favorite restaurant for hotel guests and locals alike. Aptly named for its marina-facing locale at the Bahia Resort Hotel and the year the resort opened, Dockside 1953 is a stunning standout in San Diego’s dining scene. Fresh, coastal-inspired, and locally sourced — the eclectic menu of California fare features dishes to satisfy all palates. With a dedication to high-quality ingredients, menu highlights include classic sweet and savory options for breakfast; salads, bowls, and flatbreads for lunch; sharable starters and fresh seafood entrées for dinner; and a thoughtful wine and cocktail menu. The extensive outdoor patio features cozy fire pits, gorgeous Mission Bay views, and a covered trellis to shade guests.
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6. 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.
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7. Elvira
4.9
Exceptional(427)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Ocean Beach
Booked 55 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!
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8. Juniper & Ivy
4.6
Exceptional(8074)
Price: Expensive
• Unspecified • Little Italy
Booked 88 times today
Juniper & Ivy is cozy and comfortable according to multiple reviews. The decor and ambiance are praised, with one reviewer stating it was 'beautiful and welcoming'. The 'fun vibe' and 'warm and inviting ambiance' are also mentioned. The restaurant seems to provide a unique, innovative, and cozy dining experience.
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9. Moe's
4.7
Exceptional(566)
Price: Moderate
• Steakhouse • Mission Bay
Booked 16 times today
Moe's is bringing the timeless steakhouse restaurant back to Mission Beach. Paying homage to our iconic home, guests will love the see this San Diego staple brought back to her former glory ... with a few surprises, of course.Moe's in Mission Beach is now open for dinner 7 days a week. Reservations strongly recommended. Open seating in the bar.
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10. The Grass Skirt
4.7
Exceptional(722)
Price: Expensive
• Polynesian • Pacific Beach
Booked 57 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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  • Radi
    Chicago / Illinois •1 review
    5.0
    Dined today
    Best customer service. Best sea bass I’ve ever tried. 12/10
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    Dockside 1953Price: Moderate• Californian• Mission Beach
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    4.5
  • Amanda
    San Diego •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    First time at Coasterra. The drinks are delicious, the food was incredible, and the service was top notch! The view of the downtown skyline is breathtaking. There is ample parking. Definitely will be coming back here!
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    CoasterraPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Harbor Island
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    4.6
  • Atis
    New Orleans / Louisiana •6 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Starting with the welcoming greeting at the door, we had a fantastic experience. Our waiter was very knowledgeable about the food and wine. Great team work at delivering food. Everything cooked perfectly. The presentation and taste of the tiramisu was such a treat. The outdoor seating was comfy, with lots of heaters. Dogs welcome and our waiter brought our dog a bowl of water. The music was a touch louder than we’d like, but really not a problem. We highly recommend this restaurant and will return!
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    CesarinaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Ocean Beach
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    4.9
  • CindyVIP
    San Diego •8 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Amazing celebration after our wedding. The food is always great and our server, Jessie was cheerful, appreciative of our celebration, brought a mud pie as a wedding cake and genuinely joined in to make our experience so festive and joyful! The bay was beautiful with clear blue skies. It could not have been better. Thank you for helping us celebrate the day.
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    C-LevelPrice: Moderate• Cocktail Bar• Downtown
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    4.7
  • Michael
    San Diego •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on Jan 1, 2025
    Amazing food, service and sea view Thank you for making my wife's birthday unforgettable experience. Thank you Michael
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    CannonballPrice: Moderate• Sushi• Mission Bay
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    4.5

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