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Javier's - La Jolla
Price: Moderate•Mexican•4.6(3,572)La Jolla - 2
Cesarina
Price: Moderate•Italian•4.9(5,572)Ocean Beach - 3
Steak 48 - Del Mar
Price: Very Expensive•Steakhouse•4.9(1,577)Del Mar - 4
LEILA
Price: Expensive•Middle Eastern•4.7(653)North Park - 5
The Henry - Coronado
Price: Moderate•American•4.8(2,518)Coronado
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STK- San Diego
Price: Expensive•Steakhouse•4.4(3,361)Downtown - 2
The Marine Room
Price: Very Expensive•Seafood•4.6(8,257)La Jolla - 3
insideOUT
Price: Expensive•Californian•4.8(2,369)Hillcrest - 4
Mister A's
Price: Very Expensive•Contemporary French / American•4.9(8,716)Downtown - 5
Animae
Price: Very Expensive•Contemporary Asian•4.7(3,271)Downtown
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Herb & Wood
Price: Expensive•Californian•4.6(6,504)Little Italy - 2
Coasterra
Price: Moderate•Mexican•4.6(7,620)Harbor Island - 3
CUCINA urbana
Price: Moderate•Italian•4.8(7,121)Banker's Hill - 4
Great Maple San Diego
Price: Moderate•American•4.8(4,415)Hillcrest - 5
Catania
Price: Expensive•Italian•4.8(2,084)La Jolla
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- PPaulaVIPSan Diego •14 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoMike once again provided excellent service. The food was delicious. We had the Filet Mignon and NY steak entrees with the chipotle crema option. We shared the chocolate lava cake for dessert.More infoRED O Taste of Mexico - La JollaPrice: Expensive• Contemporary Mexican• La Jolla•4.4
- DDylanGreater Boston •1 review5.0Dined 4 days agoWe were treated like royalty, I couldn’t recommend this place more. Although it’s a busy UTC mall and hard to find at first it is worth it. Incredible service and staff and amazing food too. Ambiance was on point, the decorations make you feel like you’re in a fancy mansion for dinner. Overall, amazing spot for a date night.More infoLucreziaPrice: Expensive• Italian• La Jolla•4.5
- NNidiaSan Diego •3 reviews5.0Dined 5 days agoBest shrimp with poblano rajas. Food was flavorful, delicious cocktails. Service was wonderful, kind, helpful, friendly, knowledgeable. Including the person assisting in the women’s restroom, she was very helpful and respectful.More infoJavier's - La JollaPrice: Moderate• Mexican• La Jolla•4.6
- JJuddVIPSan Diego •6 reviews5.0Dined on Dec 26, 2024A delicious experience. Had a cobb salad with salmon, done to perfection.More infoBazille - Nordstrom University Town CenterPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• La Jolla•4.7
- RRebeccaVIPSan Diego •12 reviews5.0Dined on Dec 20, 2024Always a great experience at Queenstown! Great burgers, friendly service and a lovely indoor/outdoor environment, all in the middle of beautiful UTC. We look forward to next time!More infoQueenstown Bistro - UTCPrice: Moderate• New Zealand• University City/Golden Triangle•4.8
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Bordered by La Jolla, North Claremont, and Sorrento Valley, San Diego's Golden Triangle is an upscale neighborhood populated by dozens of health and wellness centers. The local emphasis on health carries over to University City and Golden Triangle restaurants as well; many of the eateries serve light, organic, and locally sourced foods. If you want something international, you can find fusion sushi, Mediterranean bistros, and upscale Italian cuisine. Make sure you don't leave San Diego without trying the Mexican food. The Golden Triangle area is home to fish tacos, ceviche, and carne asada crafted with some of the freshest ingredients grown in fertile California. Local wines like San Pasqual Valley, Rancho Bernardo, or Julian would make a great addition to your meal.
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The best reviewed restaurant in University City/Golden Triangle is Seasons 52 - San Diego - UTC
The restaurants with the best service in University City/Golden Triangle are Queenstown Bistro - UTC, Seasons 52 - San Diego - UTC and The Amalfi Llama - San Diego
The restaurants with the best ambiance in University City/Golden Triangle are Seasons 52 - San Diego - UTC, The Amalfi Llama - San Diego and Queenstown Bistro - UTC
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