Places to eat in San Diego

San Diego is a mix of global settlers and each region boasts its own experience in the food world. It is a definite melting pot of worldly cuisine with all of the cultures that are here in San Diego. San Diego is home to more than 5,000 food service operations from the different options in the famous Gaslamp Quarter to the Italian eateries in Little Italy to all of the fabulous taco stands that can be found throughout. The easy access to fresh, homegrown foods like veggies from the Imperial Valley and Mexico, along with fresh seafood from the San Diego-based fishing fleets, provides the local restaurants with some of the finest quality food available. There are budget eateries and there are those that can break the bank, but you will not be without options no matter what part where in San Diego you choose to dine. One thing about eating out in San Diego, elegance and casualness go hand in hand. You can dress up or dress down, wear sling backs or flip-flops. There is a general openness to most casual attire at your average eatery in San Diego. 

 

·        Old Town Mexican Café – one of the best chicken verde enchilada’s in town!

·        Anthony’s Fish Grotto – if you want to sit and eat while your kids and your spouse take a tour of the Maritime Museum, then Anthony’s is the place to do just that. Try the mouth-watering crab-stuffed sole or the hand-breaded shrimp.

·        George’s On Top – sit atop this standard in La Jolla for great food and a phenomenal view of the coast!

·        Pacifica– the salmon and the mahi mahi will tempt your taste buds and the view over Del Mar will take your breath away.

·        Rubio’s – get the famous fish taco from its original kitchen!

·        Fish Market – the Embarcadero boasts this fresh fish option…they even have their own fishing boat to ensure quality for their customers.

·        Hennessey’s – delicious entrees including the hot Reuben sandwich at this Gaslamp Quarter standard.

·        Nicolosi’s Italian Restaurant – family recipes that have been around for generations…love that lasagna!

·        Saska Sushi – one of Mission Beach’s best sushi bars…eel, tuna, shrimp and more!

·        The Marine Room – for over half a century, this sophisticated restaurant has been a tradition on the shores of La Jolla. The award-winning creations combined with the breath-taking waterfront location are unsurpassed.