Best Restaurants, Must Try Places in San Diego County

We've collected top 10 mentioned must try restaurants in San Diego County from other articles such as The Zumper Blog, RE/MAX City Real Estate, OpenTable, including seafood, with a view, and different cuisines.

Top Best Restaurants in San Diego County

George's at the Cove
George's at the Cove
4.5 (2696 ratings)
Renowned chef Trey Foshee's New American cuisine served in an elegant setting with ocean views.
1250 Prospect St, La Jolla, CA 92037, USA
Californian restaurantBarNew American restaurantRestaurant
The Marine Room
The Marine Room
4.5 (860 ratings)
Select seafood & French fare in a chic setting with waves crashing against the windows at high tide.
2000 Spindrift Dr, La Jolla, CA 92037, USA
Restaurant
NINE-TEN Restaurant & Bar
NINE-TEN Restaurant & Bar
4.6 (270 ratings)
Inventive takes on seasonal cuisine amongst chic, contemporary decor in the Grande Colonial Hotel.
910 Prospect St, La Jolla, CA 92037, USA
RestaurantBar
Mentioned by Thrillist
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"No dish says more about Nine-Ten Restaurant than its Jamaican jerk pork belly appetizer. This centerpiece pays homage to Executive Chef Jason Knibb’s Jamaican heritage, albeit in elevated form, and the pairing with baby carrots, swiss chard, plantains, and black-eyed peas with sweet potato purée gives it a California feel. It’s a variation on a theme repeated throughout the menu: flavor combinations that make sense, offered in surprising and refined ways."
Mentioned by American Eats
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"Then 9 out of ten chances are you are going to love the Nine-Ten restaurant. To start off, their wine list is one of their best features, and if on a budget, you can visit on Wednesdays when they have half price on selected bottles. Run by Jason Knibb who has worked in the restaurant industry in many countries, the restaurant will deliver the best three and four-course meals in La Jolla."
Mentioned by Eater San Diego
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"Another mainstay of La Jolla’s dining scene is Nine-Ten, which in addition to boasting some of the best fine dining in San Diego also has one of the best wine lists."
Mister A's
Mister A's
4.6 (1295 ratings)
Bay & skyline views draw diners to this elegant eatery, serving French-hued American cooking.
2550 Fifth Ave 12th floor, San Diego, CA 92103, USA
RestaurantAmerican restaurantFrench restaurant
Mentioned by VacationIdea
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"The centrally located, award-winning Bertrand at Mister A’s penthouse restaurant offers fine American cuisine and spectacular views of San Diego, including the skyline, bay, Balboa Park, Coronado, Point Loma, and the zoo. Relish in the amazing flavors of the classic lobster bisque, steak tartare, or gourmet beer-battered fish and chips. French restaurateur, Bertrand Hug, bought Mister A’s in 2000 and invited Chef de Cuisine, Stephane Voitzwinkler, to create simplistic, yet delectable dishes with European influences made from seasonally available, locally-sourced ingredients."
Mentioned by San Diego Explorer
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"Located on the 12th floor in a penthouse setting, the iconic, award-winning Bertrand at Mr. A’s is a special occasion dining venue. For over 50 years, the historic dining establishment has been serving American cuisine at its finest. Despite its sweeping skyline with bay and Pacific views, there’s an absolute thrill of excitement when huge descending jetliners roar past diners, practically at eye level."
Mentioned by GoCar Tours | Sightseeing & Story Telling Car
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"Best for: the viewLocation: 2550 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA 92103Menu. Mister A’s boasts one of the best views in San Diego from their 12th floor restaurant. The restaurant welcomes foodies but photography buffs will also enjoy the expansive vista of the San Diego skyline and the Pacific Ocean."
Duke's La Jolla
Duke's La Jolla
4.5 (2713 ratings)
Airy two-story destination for Hawaiian-inspired fare with outdoor seating & ocean views.
1216 Prospect St, La Jolla, CA 92037, USA
Hawaiian restaurantRestaurant
Urban Solace & Bar Solace
Urban Solace & Bar Solace
4.5 (617 ratings)
Bustling restaurant serves comfort food made with inventive ingredients among dark-wood accents.
3823 30th St, San Diego, CA 92104, USA
American restaurantRestaurant
Mentioned by 10Best
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"Owned and operated by Chef Matt Gordon and his wife, Urban Solace in North Park offers brunch-goers two options. "Blunch" on Saturdays includes breakfast-type items such as Kitchen Sink Biscuits and Gravy, Fried Green Tomato Benny (house biscuit, poached fresh eggs, smoked ancho chili Hollandaise), salads and sandwiches. Bluegrass brunch is only on Sundays, where diners can enjoy live bluegrass music over a larger menu including braised Colorado lamb shoulder hash, butter-pecan french toast and more."
Mentioned by 10Best
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"Owned and operated by Chef Matt Gordon and his wife, Urban Solace in North Park offers brunch-goers two options. "Blunch" on weekdays and Saturdays includes breakfast-type items such as Kitchen Sink Biscuits and Gravy, Wild White Mexican Shrimp 'n' Organic Soft Grits (with peppers and BBQ butter), salads and sandwiches. Bluegrass brunch is only on Sundays, where diners can enjoy live bluegrass music over a larger menu including Butter-Pecan French Toast and more."
Mentioned by Spoon University
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"Sure you could have mac n cheese from the box, but here’s a grown up version brought to you by Urban Solace. Also stop by for creative and decadent takes on brunch classics, like the hanger steak benedict."
Navajo Shopping Center
Navajo Shopping Center
4.2 (1097 ratings)
8650 Lake Murray Blvd, San Diego, CA 92119, USA
Shopping mallGrocery storeRestaurant
Westfield Mission Valley
Westfield Mission Valley
4.3 (11542 ratings)4 (46 ratings)
1640 Camino Del Rio N, San Diego, CA 92108, USA
Shopping mallShoppingClothing storeDepartment storeFashion accessories storeGift shopMen's clothing storeMovie theaterRestaurantShoe storeWomen's clothing store
Village Pizzeria
Village Pizzeria
4.3 (916 ratings)
Beachside outpost of a local chain offers a large menu of Italian favorites, plus a covered patio.
1206 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA 92118, USA
Pizza restaurantItalian restaurantTakeout RestaurantPasta shopPizza deliveryPizza TakeoutRestaurantSandwich shop
Mentioned by Marriott International
Coronado Island Marriott Resort & Spa
"Village Pizzeria has become home to family portions of quality Italian food with a fun, friendly environment. Open for lunch and dinnerDress code: CasualPhone: +1 619-522-0449"
Mentioned by restaurantji.com
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"Happy hour was great, $2.50 for a slice of pizza the size of your head, the worker up front was really relaxed and the pizza there was great, a perfect spot..."
Mentioned by restaurantji.com
Where to Eat Italian Food in Coronado, CA
"I always eat here I'm local and I've been chowing here for over 25 years. I could say the beat pizza in this town. Hit it up if your hungry More reviews"
Tasty Tenders
Tasty Tenders
2707 Boston Ave, San Diego, CA 92113, USA
Restaurant

Best Asian Food Restaurants in San Diego County

Full Moon SD
Full Moon SD
4.4 (461 ratings)
Luxe choice for sushi & Asian-inspired cuisine offers banquet & chef's counter seating.
926 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
Sushi restaurantAsian fusion restaurantAsian restaurantBarJapanese restaurantRestaurantSushi takeawayWine bar
Saffron Thai
Saffron Thai
4.2 (558 ratings)
Thai eatery with a relaxed ambiance offers popular rotisserie chicken & unique sauces.
3731 India St B, San Diego, CA 92103, USA
Thai restaurantAsian restaurantChicken restaurantRestaurantSoutheast Asian restaurant
Flame Broiler
Flame Broiler
4.3 (156 ratings)
Simple fast-food chain preparing Korean-style meat & rice bowls with no dairy, trans-fat or frying.
5618 Mission Center Rd #1003, San Diego, CA 92108, USA
Fast food restaurantAsian restaurantHealth food restaurantKorean restaurantRestaurant

Best Cake Places in San Diego County

Lani Coffee
Lani Coffee
4.5 (293 ratings)
Mainland outpost of Hawaiian coffee stalwart for espresso drinks, tea & smoothies in a cheery space.
101 Market St #100, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
Coffee shopBreakfast restaurantBurrito restaurantCafeCake shopHawaiian restaurantJuice shopTakeout RestaurantPastry shop
Cold Stone Creamery
Cold Stone Creamery
3.6 (32 ratings)
Ice cream chain offering design-your-own creations hand-mixed on a granite slab, plus shakes & more.
2260 Callagan Hwy Bldg 3187A, San Diego, CA 92136, USA
Ice cream shopCake shopDessert restaurantFrozen yogurt shop
Cold Stone Creamery
Cold Stone Creamery
4.3 (89 ratings)
Ice cream chain offering design-your-own creations hand-mixed on a granite slab, plus shakes & more.
909 Prospect St Ste 225, La Jolla, CA 92037, USA
Ice cream shopCake shopDessert restaurantFrozen yogurt shop

Top Best Chinese Restaurants in San Diego County

New Maxim's Palace
New Maxim's Palace
3.9 (227 ratings)
Simple spot offering familiar Chinese dishes, such as chow mein & broccoli beef.
2810 El Cajon Blvd D, San Diego, CA 92104, USA
Chinese restaurantCaterer
Lucky Chinese Food
Lucky Chinese Food
4.5 (531 ratings)
Standard dishes & combination plates turned out in an unassuming counter-serve setting.
9740 Mission Gorge Rd B, Santee, CA 92071, USA
Chinese restaurant
Tasty Noodle House
Tasty Noodle House
4.4 (654 ratings)
Hopping, casual eatery specializing in traditional dishes from Shanghai & China's Sichuan province.
4646 Convoy St, San Diego, CA 92111, USA
Shanghainese restaurantChinese restaurantTaiwanese restaurant

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