Best Date Night Restaurants in Encanto

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1. insideOUT

4.8

Exceptional(2356)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Hillcrest

Booked 63 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. Callie Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(254)

Price: Very Expensive

• Mediterranean • Downtown

Booked 80 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.

3. MOTHERSHIP

4.8

Exceptional(347)

Price: Moderate

• Tapas / Small Plates • North Park

Booked 69 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.

4. Huntress

4.5

Awesome(814)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown

Booked 29 times today

Huntress is the most adventurous and energetic modern steakhouse in downtown San Diego, offering the finest cuts of meat, one of the largest collections of Japanese whisky brands in California, and a contemporary, lively atmosphere where music elevates every dish.

5. Books + Records

4.7

Exceptional(386)

Price: Expensive

• American • Banker's Hill

Booked 27 times today

Global inspired American cuisine, craft cocktails, and weekend brunch in an upbeat atmosphere, with live music.Chef Ryan Stickel is serving up San Diego's freshest food takes in an art deco meets mid-century mod warehouse space. With a tenured run on both Eater's Heat Map and list of San Diego's Hottest Cocktail Bars, the food and drinks are both guaranteed to delight your senses.

6. Cowboy Star

4.9

Exceptional(4773)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown

Booked 79 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.

7. Craft Bar Kamon

4.9

Exceptional(196)

Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Downtown

Booked 21 times today

"Taisho Roman craft cocktail bar in the heart of East Village San Diego that reflects the period in Japan when traditionalism and modernism first converged. We are committed to offer the unique and best craft cocktails! **To make a reservation for a party of 6 or more, please contact us through email at info@barkamon.com Please refrain from booking multiple tables as we most likely won't be able to accommodate to seat together.**Please be aware that table or bar seating selection is just a request and it is not a confirmation. We will try our best to accommodate but due to limited seating availability, you may be seated to a different section from what you have requested at the reservation.

8. Nobu San Diego

4.6

Exceptional(3753)

Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • Downtown

Booked 57 times today

Nobu San Diego is a fantastic choice for a date night. The reviews are filled with praise for the upscale ambiance, exceptional service, and exquisite food. As one reviewer put it, 'Great ambiance for date night!' The unique blend of Japanese cuisine and excellent cocktails add to the experience. It's a perfect place to make your date night memorable.

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9. The Prado at Balboa Park

4.6

Exceptional(7928)

Price: Moderate

• Californian • Downtown

Booked 54 times today

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

10. Buona Forchetta

4.6

Exceptional(866)

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.

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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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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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Edgar
Las Vegas •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Amazing experience! This was our second time and it was fantastic! From service to the food was amazing! Defiantly recommend 10-10! Can’t wait to come back!
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HuntressPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Downtown
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4.5
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shaniqua
San Diego •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
I am beyond satisfied with my experience. I had been waiting for a year for the chance to have this experience. So when I randomly caught an open reservation I had to take it. The food was amazing, the beef short rib was amazingly tender. I was honestly drawn to the ambience and was blown away. The snow falling at the top of the hour was a great addition. We walked the venue and took lots of pictures as well.
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insideOUTPrice: Expensive• Californian• Hillcrest
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4.8

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189 restaurants available nearby

1. insideOUT

2. Callie Restaurant

3. MOTHERSHIP

4. Huntress

5. Books + Records

6. Cowboy Star

7. Craft Bar Kamon

8. Nobu San Diego

9. The Prado at Balboa Park

10. Buona Forchetta

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