Best Restaurants for Foodies in Linda Vista

39 restaurants available nearby

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1. True Food Kitchen - San Diego FV

4.5

Awesome(1921)

Price: Moderate

• American • Mission Valley

Booked 42 times today

True Food Kitchen is a chef-driven restaurant and scratch bar that was founded by Dr. Andrew Weil, the pioneer of integrative medicine, to provide food that tastes great and is good for you. At our table, delicious dining and conscious nutrition go hand in hand, without sacrificing flavor, creativity or indulgence. Our expertly trained chefs craft flavor-forward dishes, handcrafted cocktails and freshly pressed refreshers so you can enjoy epic food experiences that aren’t just good for you, but good to you. Join us in san Diego for lunch, dinner, or weekend brunch. Located at San Diego's Fashion Valley, a Simon Mall. Entrance from Friars Road at Avenida De Las Tiendas, use surface lot near Bloomingdale's. New flavors, new combinations, new obsessions. Come see us for something completely new and delicious.

2. Animae

4.8

Exceptional(3241)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary Asian • Downtown

Booked 63 times today

ANIMAE’s eclectic West Coast cuisine, layered with Asian influences, comes to life under Celebrated Chef Brian Malarkey. Applying a California cooking style to ANIMAE’S traditional coal-fired oven and grill, Chef Malarkey’s menu is as thoughtful as it is refined, elevating local produce and seasonal ingredients to create a lively and progressive culinary program.

3. Herb & Wood

4.7

Exceptional(6477)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Little Italy

Booked 121 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.

4. Coasterra

4.6

Exceptional(7577)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Harbor Island

Booked 110 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. Cellar Hand

4.7

Exceptional(111)

Price: Expensive

• Farm-to-table • Hillcrest

Booked 10 times today

Nestled in the heart of Hillcrest, San Diego, Cellar Hand embodies a commitment to sustainability, craftsmanship, and community. Through a farm-to-table approach, our menu showcases hyper-local seasonal fare. Our extensive wine list highlights the diverse terroir of California, serving as an extension of founder’s Pali Wine Co. Santa Barbara County winery. By fostering deep connections with local artisans, farmers, fishers, and stewards, Cellar Hand strives to be a destination where guests can savor the essence of California’s bounty in every bite and sip.Enjoy our exposed kitchen, an indoor-outdoor bar, outdoor fire pits, and artwork by Nick Perr. Opened Wednesday - Sunday with daily happy hour specials and Sunday brunch!

6. Cowboy Star

4.9

Exceptional(4756)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown

Booked 50 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. The Smoking Goat Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(2643)

Price: Moderate

• French American • North Park

Booked 24 times today

The Smoking Goat is an award-winning California-French bistro located in the heart of North Park, San Diego. We have received the Gold Medallion for the best French Bistro in San Diego three years running. Inspired by his European Farm-to-Table up-bringing and culinary training at Le Cordon Bleu Paris, Executive Chef and Owner Fred Piehl, marries classic French cuisine with the bounty of San Diego in a way that is rustic, yet refined, imaginative, yet unpretentious. The dinners served feature in-season local, sustainable and organic ingredients and provide guests with a unique culinary experience, reminiscent of the European countryside. Boasting a carefully selected wine and beer list and chef and bartender attention to select spirits to create craft house cocktails, The Smoking Goat assures there is always the correct pairing available.

8. Nobu San Diego

4.6

Exceptional(3746)

Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • Downtown

Booked 81 times today

Nobu San Diego is a foodie hotspot known for its award-winning 'New Style' Japanese cuisine. As per reviews, the food is consistently and exceptionally delicious, with each dish being a work of art, beautifully presented and bursting with flavor. The ambience is described as sophisticated yet lively, with a warm and inviting atmosphere. It's not just about the food, the service is equally praised, making it a fantastic dining experience.

9. CUCINA urbana

4.7

Exceptional(7107)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Banker's Hill

Booked 50 times today

CUCINA urbana is a foodie haven, offering a unique blend of contemporary art and a country farmhouse ambiance. The reviews rave about its 'exquisite food and ambiance', 'exceptional and exciting food' and 'delicious food options'. It's also noted for its 'excellent service', 'interesting flavors', and 'creative and delicious food options'. The restaurant's wine program, which allows guests to hand-select wines for a minimal corkage fee, adds to the foodie experience.

10. Bleu Boheme

4.8

Exceptional(3549)

Price: Expensive

• French • Kensington

Booked 24 times today

"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.

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Angie
Washington, D.C. Area •4 reviews
5.0
Dined today
An overall great experience! Ambience was outstanding and service was warm and courteous. Food was on the heavier side (grateful that our waitress didn’t pressure us to order more, which seems to happen more often than not at restaurants of this caliber) - we did think the Japanese wagyu was worth it. Not running back only because of the price point.
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AnimaePrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary Asian• Downtown
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4.8
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KELLY
San Diego •16 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Christmas buffet had (5) gluten-free options for desserts!! Awesome!! Wish they used rice flour for the turkey gravy. Service was amazing!
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CoasterraPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Harbor Island
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4.6
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Kathleen
Phoenix / Arizona •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Simply put, one of the best meals I have had the privilege of enjoying! Delightful server, Calvin, was very in tune with the timing of our meal and our needs. The fixed menu was perfect for Christmas Eve, as it kept the meal flowing and decision-making to a minimum. Every course was delectable from the scallop crudo, the creamed mushrooms, and the sea bass, to the date cake with walnut ice cream! Mezcal hibiscus cocktail was creative and tasty, as well! I will definitely be back!
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Herb & WoodPrice: Expensive• Californian• Little Italy
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4.7
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SARAVIP
San Diego •132 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Love True Food! We visit usually every 3 weeks & different locations. The FV and UTC locations are the best. Espresso martinis and Ancient Grain bowls are our favorites. We also love the street tacos and charred califlowwr for appetizers.
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True Food Kitchen - San Diego FVPrice: Moderate• American• Mission Valley
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4.5
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scottVIP
San Diego •5 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 15, 2024
The food was amazingly fresh. Overall a great experience.
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Cellar HandPrice: Expensive• Farm-to-table• Hillcrest
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4.7

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39 restaurants available nearby

1. True Food Kitchen - San Diego FV

2. Animae

3. Herb & Wood

4. Coasterra

5. Cellar Hand

6. Cowboy Star

7. The Smoking Goat Restaurant

8. Nobu San Diego

9. CUCINA urbana

10. Bleu Boheme

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