Best Restaurants for Foodies in Encanto

28 restaurants available nearby

1. Cowboy Star

4.9

Exceptional(4773)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown

Booked 82 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.

2. Nobu San Diego

4.6

Exceptional(3753)

Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • Downtown

Booked 71 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.

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3. The Smoking Goat Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(2646)

Price: Moderate

• French American • North Park

Booked 32 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.

4. Cellar Hand

4.6

Exceptional(116)

Price: Expensive

• Farm-to-table • Hillcrest

Booked 21 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!

5. Bleu Boheme

4.8

Exceptional(3555)

Price: Expensive

• French • Kensington

Booked 27 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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6. Provisional Restaurant at Pendry San Diego

4.7

Exceptional(975)

Price: Expensive

• American • Downtown

Booked 48 times today

Provisional Kitchen, Café & Mercantile, open for daily for brunch and select evenings for dinner. Provisional is a sprawling, sunlit communal dining space featuring a Vittoria Coffee espresso bar, bistro tables, and a retail space set within a greenhouse, where guests can shop a curated collection of homeware, ceramics, apothecary items, pantry staples, and jewelry.Provisional serves some of the best cuisine in the city, featuring favorites such as housemade pasta, woodfire-oven baked pizza and Italian-inspired entrées; our lively brunch features bottomless mimosas and seasonal creations.

7. KINDRED

4.7

Exceptional(215)

Price: Expensive

• Vegetarian / Vegan • South Park

Booked 44 times today

Equal parts evil lair and Victorian cocktail salon, KINDRED has transfixed and beguiledall who step into its portal, with whimsical eccentricity, world class vegan dishes, and ambitiously inventive cocktails.Since opening its doors in late 2015 in the enchanting neighborhood of South Park, SanDiego, KINDRED has garnered recognition which transcends its plant-based credo,heralded as one of the city's premier dining institutions. It has been named EATER SanDiego's and San Diego Magazine's Restaurant Of The Year, topped Zagat San Diego'sMost Important Restaurant Openings, and earned an Orchid Award for interiordesign from the San Diego Architectural Foundation. KINDRED was also named within the Food Network's list of the best vegan restaurants in the country, was voted the Best Vegan Bar in the U.S. by VegNews magazine, and received regional honors from the Tales Of The Cocktail Foundation for Best Restaurant Bar in the West.

8. One Door North

4.6

Exceptional(507)

Price: Moderate

• American • North Park

Booked 26 times today

At One Door North we host a New American Bar and Eatery that pays homage to the outdoors with the spirit of adventure, serving only fresh farm to table cuisine. Come enjoy the adventure with us, we look forward to serving you.

9. CUCINA urbana

4.8

Exceptional(7120)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Banker's Hill

Booked 54 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.

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10. Lionfish Restaurant at Pendry San Diego

4.6

Exceptional(1740)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Downtown

Booked 39 times today

Lionfish, located in the Pendry San Diego, is a modern, cutting edge sushi and seafood restaurant located on 5th Avenue that features fresh-catch cuisine and seasonal ingredients, all prepared with innovative twists by homegrown San Diego chef JoJo Ruiz.

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San Francisco Bay Area •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Great food, refined wine selection...what else does one need? Had a great time.
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Cellar HandPrice: Expensive• Farm-to-table• Hillcrest
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4.6
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Carol
Washington, D.C. Area •109 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
We had the chef's tasting menu, and every selection was beyond delicious. The sake and wine selections suggested by our server created the perfect pairings for a magnificent dinner. Nobu is THE BEST!!!!
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Nobu San DiegoPrice: Very Expensive• Japanese• Downtown
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4.6
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kelsey
San Diego •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Fantastic experience! The food was great and even on a Wednesday they had a full staff to ensure a great experience.
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Cowboy StarPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Downtown
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4.9
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JPVIP
San Diego •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Had a great dinner with friends last night at Blue Boheme! I made the reservation through this app on the same day and the only option at the time was outdoor sitting. The server (sorry I forgot her name) made the dining experience wonderful! She was very attentive and gave great food and wine recommendations. After we finished our La Planche appetizer, we asked if there’s an available table indoor (as it was getting chilly outdoors). The server went in and checked. A couple of minutes later she came out and told us the good news! So we moved inside and had our main course. Everyone loved their picks (I got the pork chop - so good! The rest got the duck, scallops, and a chicken dish). The indoor ambience was lovely, and the entire staff was amazing. It was my second time dining at Bleu Boheme and definitely will not be the last.
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Bleu BohemePrice: Expensive• French• Kensington
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4.8
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Liza
San Diego •19 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
One of my favorite restaurants! I love the food, everything is delicious, especially the mussels. The service is great and ambience is super nice
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The Smoking Goat RestaurantPrice: Moderate• French American• North Park
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4.7

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28 restaurants available nearby

1. Cowboy Star

2. Nobu San Diego

3. The Smoking Goat Restaurant

4. Cellar Hand

5. Bleu Boheme

6. Provisional Restaurant at Pendry San Diego

7. KINDRED

8. One Door North

9. CUCINA urbana

10. Lionfish Restaurant at Pendry San Diego

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