Best Cozy Restaurants in Bay Park

140 restaurants available nearby

1. La Pastaia

4.2

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Bay Park

Booked 8 times today

Upon stepping into La Pastaia, you’ll be greeted by an inviting ambiance that seamlessly combines modern elegance with rustic charm. The cozy and friendly environment creates an ideal setting for an enchanting culinary experience. From homemade pasta tossed in flavorful sauces to mouthwatering wood-fired pizzas topped with the freshest ingredients, our menu offers a wide range of classic Italian dishes prepared with a contemporary flair. La Pastaia is the brainchild of a dynamic duo whose expertise and love for the culinary

2. Cesarina

4.9

Exceptional(5565)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Ocean Beach

Booked 205 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.

3. C-Level

4.7

Exceptional(4950)

Price: Moderate

• Cocktail Bar • Downtown

Booked 124 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.

4. Coasterra

4.6

Exceptional(7611)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Harbor Island

Booked 102 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.

5. Herb & Wood

4.6

Exceptional(6499)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Little Italy

Booked 89 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.

6. Juniper & Ivy

4.6

Exceptional(8074)

Price: Expensive

• Unspecified • Little Italy

Booked 68 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.

7. Mister A's

4.9

Exceptional(8713)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary French / American • Downtown

Booked 62 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)

8. Wormwood

4.7

Exceptional(814)

Price: Very Expensive

• French • North Park

Booked 28 times today

Wormwood invites you to explore a bygone era when poets, writers, and painters found inspiration in the Green Fairy. Discover fine Absinthes as we share stories of its golden age and guide your palate on a unique journey.Our restaurant blends French elegance with bohemian charm, creating a cozy haven for food lovers. Each dish, from wagyu tartare to fresh oysters, celebrates local flavors and craftsmanship. Experience curated tastes of our coastal region with passion and finesse.We offer French wines and unique cocktails with a twist on classics. Every meal and drink promises adventure and cherished memories. Discover the fusion of past and present where dining is an unparalleled experience.Enjoy our three dining areas: a cozy indoor space with an open kitchen, an enchanting patio for serene outdoor dining, and the Secret Garden, a speakeasy bar with a unique cocktail menu and Green Hour. We also host private events, from dinners to weddings, ensuring every occasion is memorable.

9. Nolita Hall

4.3

Awesome(781)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Italian • Little Italy

Booked 52 times today

Nolita Hall is a cozy spot in Little Italy, San Diego. Reviewers rave about its 'great ambiance,' 'beautiful decor,' and 'fun, eclectic' vibe. They love the 'cool and easy' atmosphere, 'great for a group' and 'perfect for a date night'. The fireplace seating is a 'super fun' feature and the food is 'delicious' and 'beautifully presented'.

10. Madison

4.5

Awesome(3034)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • University Heights

Booked 92 times today

With their stunning design, classic cocktails & highly acclaimed fare, Madison finds itself among San Diego's can't miss restaurants! Serving many of Michelin recognized Chef Mario Cassineri classic dishes, perfect for Date Night of celebrating with friends. ʜᴀᴘᴘʏ ʜᴏᴜʀ - ᴇᴠᴇʀʏᴅᴀʏ 4-6ᴘᴍᴛᴜᴇꜱᴅᴀʏ - ʟɪᴠᴇ ᴊᴀᴢᴢ 7-9ᴘᴍᴡᴇᴅɴᴇꜱᴅᴀʏ - ᴅɪɴɴᴇʀ ᴡɪᴛʜ ᴅᴏɢꜱᴛʜᴜʀꜱᴅᴀʏ - ᴅᴊ ꜱᴘɪɴɴɪɴɢ ᴏʟᴅ ꜱᴄʜᴏᴏʟ ᴠɪɴʏʟꜰʀɪᴅᴀʏ & ꜱᴀᴛᴜʀᴅᴀʏ ɴɪɢʜᴛ - ᴀʟᴡᴀʏꜱ ᴀ ᴘᴀʀᴛʏ ᴡᴇᴇᴋᴇɴᴅ ʙᴏᴏᴢʏ ʙʀᴜɴᴄʜ - ʟɪᴠᴇ ᴅᴊꜱꜱᴜɴᴅᴀʏ ɴɪɢʜᴛ - ʟᴀᴛɪɴ ᴊᴀᴢᴢ 6-8ᴘᴍ

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Theresa
San Diego •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
We were there today to celebrate my birthday with my family. Everything went well as soon as we entered the restaurant until we left. Food, service, ambience was superb. Our server was Melida and she took good care of us. Thank you.
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CoasterraPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Harbor Island
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4.6
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Giovanna
San Antonio •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Incredible. The food and service was excellent. It was so vibey. Can’t wait to go back.
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Herb & WoodPrice: Expensive• Californian• Little Italy
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4.6
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Atis
New Orleans / Louisiana •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 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
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CindyVIP
San Diego •8 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 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
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Marie
San Diego •3 reviews
4.0
Dined on Jan 4, 2025
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La PastaiaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Bay Park
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4.2

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140 restaurants available nearby

1. La Pastaia

2. Cesarina

3. C-Level

4. Coasterra

5. Herb & Wood

6. Juniper & Ivy

7. Mister A's

8. Wormwood

9. Nolita Hall

10. Madison

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