Best Eateries To Try In San Diego
San Diego is home to some of the best culinary spots in the country! These San Diego restaurants serve up a variety of award-winning favorites perfect for any occasion. Between the tasty eats and the aesthetic environment, make sure these spots make it to the top of your dining list!
Puesto
It wouldn't be a trip to San Diego if you didn’t get yourself some delicious mexican food, therefore our next stop will be Puesto. This modern and upscale take on mexican food will leave you craving almost immediately. Best known for their tacos, they offer an assortment of unique proteins and flavorful combos such as filet mignon, lobster and chicken verde. They also have great vegetarian options as well!
Insider tip: Ask them about their secret menu tacos, you’re in for a treat!
Price: $$$
Location: 3 locations in San Diego: La Jolla, Downtown, Mission Valley
Harumama/Blue Ocean
They are serving up tasty ramen, noodle dishes and steamed buns! They have locations in both Little Italy and La Jolla, with the La Jolla location offering a larger menu that includes seafood delicacies and sushi galore. Their character buns definitely steal the show with their aesthetic design work, offering characters such as pics, cows, chickens and koalas. Don’t let their adorable look deter you from taking a bite, the satisfying and warm filling is another level of delicious.
Price: $$
Location: Little Italy and La Jolla
Enoteca Adriano
From the moment you enter, you are welcomed with a warm ambience of stuff who make you feel right at home in Italy. This restaurant screams authentic italiano vibes and takes the cake for being a hot spot in the Pacific Beach area. Their menu carries many classic pasta dishes, burrata plates and unique appetizers. Each table is greeted with warm cheese bread with Balsamic and Olive oil upon arrival. They also share classic old films on their outdoor projector nightly. Another bonus, Monday through Wednesday they have no corkage fee so bring all the wine you want!
Price: $$
Location: Pacific Beach
Fig Tree Cafe
Looking for a brunch that both tastes amazing and screams “instagram me”? Then you’re at the right place, Fig Tree is a popular brunch spot with numerous locations throughout San Diego. Their menu boasts everything you could hope for with over 5 variations of eggs benedicts, french toast trios and breakfast sushi…yes, you heard that right. If you are looking for a little day drinking, they have that too! Choose from a selection of flavorful cocktails and of course, classic mimosas..wouldn’t be brunch without it.
Price: $$
Location: Pacific Beach & Liberty Station
King and Queen Cantina
A high energy restaurant in Little Italy that brings a fun flare to your dining experience. They take the cake for delicious mexican food with a creative spin. This place is known to always have a crowd so make sure you give plenty of time to wait for a table or make a reservation in advance. Their large menu adds a special take on classic plates as well some unique dishes to give a try as well. But it doesn’t end there, take a peek at their cocktail menu for a splash of flavor. They are known for their margarita flight and churro cart!
Price: $$
Location: Little Italy
Cannonball
A waterfront dining experience with top-tier seafood and a variety of other well-known plates. Time your dinner with the sunset to make this an unforgettable experience! This restaurant offers all outdoor seating which allows for ocean views from every seat. They are located in Belmont Park which provides numerous options of entertainment before and after your meal. Be sure to give plenty of room for parking as it tends to get very packed, especially in the warmer summer months. Reservations are always encouraged!
Price: $$$
Location: Mission Beach
This post merely touches on a small fragment of incredible spots in San Diego, the list could go on forever! Thank you for reading, I hope these spots make your travel itinerary on your next visit. If you have any questions, please comment below.
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xoxo,
Jess