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1. Cowboy Star
4.8
Exceptional(4904)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Downtown
Booked 49 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.
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2. The Smoking Goat Restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(2703)
Price: Moderate
• French American • North Park
Booked 35 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.
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3. Cori Pastificio Trattoria
4.8
Exceptional(696)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • North Park
Booked 28 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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4. New York West
3.7
Very Good(19)
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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5. Patisserie Melanie
4.7
Exceptional(51)
Price: Expensive
• French • North Park
Pâtisserie Mélanie offers a taste of Paris in our little corner in North Park. Helmed by Le Cordon Bleu Paris graduate Chef Melanie Dunn, we offer a wide variety of French pastries, coffees drinks, teas, brunch and lunch. At night, join us for elevated bistro fare and a curated selection of French wines, beer and cider.
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6. Marisi
4.6
Exceptional(1218)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • La Jolla
Booked 96 times today
Discovering Italy by way of La Jolla, Marisi focuses on Italian hearth cooking with an emphasis on handmade pastas, fine wine and classic cocktails. The menu celebrates the rich diversity of cuisine from across Italy, fashioned in a time-honored tradition of handmade all day, every day. A dream that lives between the Italian and La Jolla coasts, suspended between tides instead of time — a mood more than a plot. A visit that feels a lot like coming home, if home was a warm, charming villa off the Amalfi coast. Marisi is a taste of something you want to remember. We hope you love it.
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7. Paradisaea
4.7
Exceptional(625)
Price: Very Expensive
• Californian • La Jolla
Booked 33 times today
A celebration of food, cocktails, art, and warm hospitality. Housed in the historic Piano Building, in the heart of the vibrant community of Bird Rock, Paradisaea is a destination restaurant and bar, that San Diegans frequent for crave-able, accessible fare, executed at the highest level.
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8. The Whaling Bar
4.7
Exceptional(115)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • La Jolla
Booked 36 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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  • andrea
    San Diego •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Mark and Eduardo made my birthday dinner so special! Best service ever
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    Cowboy StarPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Downtown
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    4.8
  • Rachel
    Virginia •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Lovely place for a truly authentic meal. Appetizers, dinner, drinks and dessert were perfect portions and flavorful. The kids devoured the meatballs. Our servers were so lovely and happy to answer all questions and help guide us with our orders. Have the Paloma, try the Lasagna, and enjoy yourselves.
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    Cori Pastificio TrattoriaPrice: Moderate• Italian• North Park
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    4.8
  • CharlesVIP
    Los Angeles •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on Apr 18, 2025
    Very cool eatery with a solid well balanced menu . Some authentic classic French dishes which were well executed and delicious. Great personable and attentive staff Overall absolutely worth the visit here in San Diego for a reasonably priced , excellent dining experience.
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    The Smoking Goat RestaurantPrice: Moderate• French American• North Park
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    4.7
  • Felix
    San Diego •5 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Feb 8, 2025
    We had a great time. We enjoyed the live music. Service was great
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    New York WestPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Downtown
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    3.7
  • OpenTable Diner
    Washington, D.C. Area •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on Jun 21, 2024
    North Park’s best kept secret: this fine patisserie serves dinner, transforming the minimalist patisserie decor with tables, white tableclothes, candles, fresh flowers and so forth into a venue for fine dining. And the dining is memorable. My wife and I agree, this was the finest restaurant meal we’ve had since we moved to SD four years ago. Chef Brad is a gem. Waitstaff is knowledgeable, efficient, friendly, and professional. Don’t be afraid to try anything. Every bite was delicious. Just go and enjoy! Ruth and Ron
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    Patisserie MelaniePrice: Expensive• French• North Park
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    4.7

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