Best Open Kitchen Restaurants in Kearny Mesa

8 restaurants available nearby

1. Wormwood

4.8

Exceptional(806)

Price: Very Expensive

• French • North Park

Booked 29 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.

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2. Ironside Fish & Oyster

4.5

Awesome(4553)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Little Italy

Booked 127 times today

Little Italy was built by the fishing industry. Ironside attempts to continue that narrative. It's our contemporary interpretation of the classic fish house and oyster bar. Located in a historic auction house on India St we did a full comprehensive restoration of the building, with three open-air culinary hubs featuring an expansive raw bar, chefs table, and bakery. We tried to be mindful of the past while looking towards the future. A 4% surcharge will be added to all guest checks.Ironside is now taking reservations for patio and dining room seating. We are now offering Happy Hour MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY FROM 3:00PM - 5:00PM.

3. Piatti - La Jolla

4.7

Exceptional(5053)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • La Jolla

Booked 54 times today

Established in 1987, Piatti offers finely crafted fresh Italian cuisine. The soul of the menu is our housemade pasta that we roll, cut and cook by hand everyday. Offering a fresh take on the neighborhood Italian trattoria, Piatti combines a warm, inviting atmosphere, seamless service and an immersive market experience so you can enjoy Piatti at home. Whether dining in or taking home, Piatti brings friends and family together.

4. The Whaling Bar

4.5

Awesome(75)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • La Jolla

Booked 21 times today

Rediscover The Whaling Bar in La Jolla, blending historic charm and modern luxury. Once beloved in the La Valencia hotel, it's back after ten years, mixing its rich legacy with today's elegance. Known for its cozy atmosphere and top-notch service, it's been updated for contemporary tastes without losing its heritage essence. Executive Chef Brian Redzikowski, with a background in America's top kitchens and Iron Chef America, leads the culinary journey, offering a menu that combines classic and innovative approaches. The Whaling Bar invites both old fans and new to enjoy luxury and become part of La Jolla's ongoing story.

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5. Cori Pastificio Trattoria

4.7

Exceptional(618)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • North Park

Booked 25 times today

Acclaimed Sicilian Chef Accursio Lota serves up authentic cuisine in a cozy 60's-style Italian trattoria. Voted San Diego's Best Chef five years in a row, and Barilla’s World Pasta Champion, at Cori Trattoria Chef Lota serves up beautifully bold dishes like Agnolotti with Spring Peas and Beef Bone Marrow, and an unbelievably rich Vegan Parmigiana di Melanzane. The menu melds the flavors of Sicily and Italy with the best of fresh, locally-sourced Southern California ingredients, and is matched by a curated wine list and cocktail program that include indigenous, bio-dynamic varietals from all Italy. The current Spring menu features dishes like Agnolotti with Spring Peas, fava bean, and beef bone marrow, and Cacio e Pepe with sustainably-sourced Petrovich caviar.Enjoy full-service table seating, grab a place at the marble-topped bar, from which you can watch all the action of your meal being prepared in the open kitchen or just order your meal to enjoy at home with your family.

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6. Ambrogio15 Del Mar

4.8

Exceptional(212)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Carmel Valley

Booked 5 times today

Ambrogio15 Del Mar is a more upscale, but still casual version than our Pacific Beach Restaurant. We will have gourmet Pizzas developed by our partnership with Michelin-starred Milanese chef Silvio Salmoiraghi, his partner Choi Cheolhyeok, and gastronome Paolo Tucci. Additionally, we will also offer a five-course gourmet tasting menu for 15-20 diners at a time featuring Italian dishes and global meat and seafood entrees, with a vast menu of natural Italian wines and French Champagnes.

7. Choi's San Diego

new

5.0

Exceptional(2)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary Asian • Downtown

Booked 13 times today

A Story of bringing the East to the West, written by Chef Jiwoo Choi. Choi's is a Contemporary Asian restaurant founded by Choi, who was at the time, 23 years old. Voted as the best Korean restaurant by San Diego Magazine, Choi's brings creativity and intensity by carrying their classic menu as well as a rotating Weekly Menu. Choi's Happy Hour highlights $1.50 Fresh Oysters, $5 Bao Tacos, $7 Specialty Cocktails, $5 Beers, to name a few. With their two hour complimentary parking garage validation in the heart of Downtown, even during Padres Game Days, it is the perfect place for your comforting yet exciting evenings. Please refer our website for our parking validation information.

8. New York West

3.7

Very Good(17)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Downtown

A classy but relaxed sports bar and pizza restaurant awaits when you visit New York West. We feature a diverse menu, fine wines, and a large selection of beers at our sports bar in San Diego, CA, where you can feel at home while visiting with friends and watching the game on one of our many TVs screens, all while enjoying some fine foods made fresh each day in our kitchen.

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FeriVIP
Orange County •18 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Great food at the happy hour on Christmas Day!! Our party had their clam chowder soup, bread, octopus, Japanese sweet potatoes, lobster roll, and broccolini. All delicious!
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Ironside Fish & OysterPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Little Italy
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4.5
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ChristieVIP
Central Kentucky •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Feast of the fishes was excellent and I’m so thankful you provided it this holiday season!!
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Cori Pastificio TrattoriaPrice: Moderate• Italian• North Park
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4.7
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AlejandroVIP
Puerto Vallarta •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Sat at the bar. Xavier the bar tender was phenomenal will for sure be coming back very often.
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The Whaling BarPrice: Expensive• Californian• La Jolla
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4.5
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Karl FlemingVIP
San Diego •18 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Our favorite Italian restaurant for more than 40 years. We like the seafood linguine and veal piccata the best.
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Piatti - La JollaPrice: Moderate• Italian• La Jolla
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4.7
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Brooke
Seattle / Eastern Washington •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
A perfect experience. From the ambiance on the back patio, the great service from Joe, Eduardo, the sommelier and the busser to the amazing food! Everything was amazing. Truly a treat to dine here. Thank you to the whole staff
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WormwoodPrice: Very Expensive• French• North Park
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4.8

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8 restaurants available nearby

1. Wormwood

2. Ironside Fish & Oyster

3. Piatti - La Jolla

4. The Whaling Bar

5. Cori Pastificio Trattoria

6. Ambrogio15 Del Mar

7. Choi's San Diego

8. New York West

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