Best Seasonal Restaurants in Santee

9 restaurants available nearby

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1. Banbu Sushi Bar & Grill

4.5

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • La Mesa

Booked 17 times today

Here at Banbu Sushi Bar & Grill we are committed to providing our customers with an excellent dining experience. Each dish on our menu is prepared using only the freshest and highest quality ingredients. Banbu Sushi Bar & Grill is unique with its classic Japanese design, fused with a modern bistro look combined with earth tones and lighting to create a visual atmosphere one can't forget!

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2. Farmer's Table - La Mesa

4.4

Awesome(2009)

Price: Moderate

• Farm-to-table • La Mesa

Booked 13 times today

Excited to announce that we officially have four locations open in San Diego including Bay Park, Little Italy, La Mesa, and Chula Vista. As a family run operation we believe every good neighborhood deserves an eatery where locals and visitors can enjoy “honest food done right”. Here at Farmers Table, we specialize in farm-to-fork cuisine that focuses on bringing locally sourced organic ingredients together to be savored in an inviting family-friendly atmosphere, where adults and children can enjoy many different food options that are just right for them. If you are looking for a magical brunch this week, come stop by for an unforgettable night.

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3. El Torito - La Mesa

4.7

Exceptional(440)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • La Mesa

Booked 8 times today

The authority in great Mexican food for more than 65 years. Offering a memorable experience to make each guest feel like family.

4. Madi

4.7

Exceptional(414)

Price: Moderate

• Breakfast • Kensington

Booked 23 times today

Bringing all-day brunch and grab-and-go coffee to Normal Heights, Madi is the upcoming daytime counterpart to Madison on Park, the well-established mid-century modern restaurant and bar that opened in University Heights in 2015. Offering a quick-service coffee counter fueled by Heartwork Coffee out of Mission Hills that’ll feature the full range of espresso drinks, specialty beverages, and tea as well as fresh pastries, Madi will also be an anytime option for sit-down breakfasts, mimosa-powered brunches, and casual lunches.Its breakfast menu ranges from waffle churro sticks and breakfast burritos to skirt steak eggs Benedict and a variety of pancakes based on a 60-year-old recipe from Madison co-owner Matthew, whose family runs a century-old breakfast spot in the midwest.Lunch will hinge on build-your-own grain and salad bowls along with lettuce wraps, ceviche, a burger, and a classic Tuna Melt!

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5. Lemon Grove Bistro

4.9

Exceptional(87)

Price: Moderate

• American • Lemon Grove

Booked 6 times today

In addition to offering comforting American favorites, our menu provides a selection of flavors inspired by our chef’s culinary experiences, ranging from classic Spanish fare to Italian favorites. Our menu changes seasonally to feature the freshest ingredients and provide an exciting dining experience throughout the year.The Lemon Grove Bistro is in a historic mission-style building in the heart of Lemon Grove. Since 1912, it’s been a place where locals meet and build connections, whether they were picking up their mail at the Sonka General Store in 1944 or ordering custom cakes at the Grove Pastry Shop in 2012. Come for the food. Stay to experience the inviting ambiance of the historic building and its new garden. Let’s build community--together.

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6. Butcher Shop Steakhouse - San Diego

4.5

Awesome(2573)

Price: Expensive

• Steak • Kearny Mesa

Booked 17 times today

Reminiscent of a classic Chicago-style steakhouse, The Butcher Shop features only the finest quality mid-Reminiscent of a classic Chicago-style steakhouse, the ambiance is sexy, warm and intimate, with rich dark wood paneling, comfortable leather booths, gleaming brass and beautifully etched-glass panels.Indulge in the exquisite flavors of USDA Choice & Prime Midwestern steaks and chops, including our signature Prime Rib, slow-roasted to perfection to preserve its tender juiciness. All our steaks are expertly grilled over oak wood, imparting a delightful charred exterior and a hint of smoky richness. In addition to our stellar steaks, we offer a diverse selection that includes salmon, chicken, lamb, and pasta dishes, ensuring there's something to delight every palate.

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7. Giardino Neighborhood Cucina

4.8

Exceptional(1064)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Lemon Grove

Booked 11 times today

Located in the middle of Lemon Grove’s charming downtown area, Giardino is a welcoming and casual Italian inspired cucina where the neighborhood gathers for fresh and flavorful classic dishes found throughout Italy.Giardino offers an Italian-inspired menu of seasonally-driven dishes that use timeless Italian techniques and fresh ingredients. Guests will find items such as fresh seafood, pastas, pizzas and salads, as well as a variety of elements made in-house.

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8. Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - San Diego, CA | Scripps Ranch

4.5

Awesome(990)

Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Scripps Ranch

Founded in Tokyo in 1996, Gyu-Kaku has become the world’s #1 Japanese BBQ brand! Thanks to our devoted fans we have reached over 700 locations worldwide. Each day, hundreds of thousands of people gather around the table-top smokeless grill, a centerpiece of our dining concept, enjoying selections of premium meats, just off the grill, and other freshly prepared foods from our kitchens, inspiring laughter, conversation, and a magical dining experience.Our authentic yakiniku (grilled barbeque) dining experience crowns you the chef. Share a variety of delicious appetizers and premium cooked meats over a flaming grill, paired with Japanese sake, frosty cold beers, or other alcoholic and non-alcoholic options of your choice. We're the perfect spot to enjoy time with friends and family, organize an office party, or to spend quality time with your significant other! Before you go, don't forget to taste our best-seller Harami Skirt Steak or Prime Kalbi Short Rib among other must-try dishes!

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9. Press Box Restaurant + Bar

4.3

Awesome(13)

Price: Moderate

• American • Rancho San Diego

Booked 1 time today

An East County neighborhood community gem for over 15 years, Press Box Restaurant & Bar offers a refreshing take on all-American classic cuisine. Featuring a wide selection of local beers on tap, original cocktails, and a whiskey lovers dream, Press Box's menu highlights creative bar staples like "Mediterranean Chicken Skewers" and "Beef Cheek Nachos," alongside more classic dishes like the "Ribeye with Seasonal Potatoes and Vegetables" and "Smash Burger Sliders." Owned and operated by Executive Chef Joseph "Papa Joe" Salem, the same mastermind behind the restaurant "Sahara of the Middle East," Press Box incorporates a Mediterranean flare into both the menu and design. Items are sourced fresh on a daily basis, and chef's specials can be found as a constant addition. Opened daily for lunch, happy hour, dinner and weekend brunch, the restaurant also features a large selection of TVs to highlight the upcoming game of the season.

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Stephanie
San Diego •1 review
5.0
Dined today
We come here for all our birthdays and the food quality never disappoints! Ordered the Mushroom Ravioli today, but we’ve had the Paella, Pasta, and Veef plate with mashed potatoes and we want to kiss the chef every time.
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Lemon Grove BistroPrice: Moderate• American• Lemon Grove
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4.9
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Lori
Orange County •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We loved this fun breakfast place! The food is yummy and the lattes are delicious. Servers are all friendly. I highly recommend reservations - we got there at 10 (and we had reservations). They took us in right away but there were many people waiting for tables. Also, parking is tough in the area - it is all street parking and the area is very very busy.
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MadiPrice: Moderate• Breakfast• Kensington
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4.7
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Williamvip
San Diego •14 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Service was slow we were told people didn’t show up for work. Orders were not received correctly due to waiter being distracted with other customers calling him. Requested a Caesar salad and I had to remind the waiter my salad was not delivered. Requested no onions or peppers on the quesadillas and there were onions and peppers in the quesadillas. Did I mention service was slow
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El Torito - La MesaPrice: Moderate• Mexican• La Mesa
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4.7
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Maria
San Diego •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
The food was excellent as well as the service. Loved the look inside the restaurant.
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Farmer's Table - La MesaPrice: Moderate• Farm-to-table• La Mesa
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4.4
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Melvip
San Diego •9 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
I was pleasantly surprised by this sushi place. I had no expectations and I loved the hamachi jalapeño bites, the genmaicha tea, my friend had the mount something roll and it was good!! We liked everything- we also had a miso soup and the pork gyozas
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Banbu Sushi Bar & GrillPrice: Expensive• Seafood• La Mesa
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4.5

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9 restaurants available nearby

1. Banbu Sushi Bar & Grill

2. Farmer's Table - La Mesa

3. El Torito - La Mesa

4. Madi

5. Lemon Grove Bistro

6. Butcher Shop Steakhouse - San Diego

7. Giardino Neighborhood Cucina

8. Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - San Diego, CA | Scripps Ranch

9. Press Box Restaurant + Bar

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