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 Breakfast all day |
1030 North Coast Highway 101 San Diego, CA 92024 United States +1 760 753 8228 |
If you like old-fashioned breakfast in an informal atmosphere, be sure to visit this restaurant. A small section of patio dining is available, right along Pacific Coast Highway. Inside the tiny, rusk-colored building, the breakfast grill is in full view, where traditional, American breakfast is prepared throughout the day. Omelets are likely the top sellers here. Try an Avocado and Cheese or Chili and Cheese Omelette. Pancakes and oatmeal are also popular entrees. The restaurant only accepts cash. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Best Breakfast award winner |
1201 Hotel Circle South San Diego, CA 92108 United States +1 619 291 1103 |
Winner of the San Diego Magazine Best Breakfast Award, this spot is always crowded by locals and businesspeople. If it is breakfast food, it is offered here! But do not expect lunch, because you will not find it. Obviously, as the restaurant name implies, the house specialty is Steak and Eggs. Other highlights include Carne Asada and Eggs, Corn Fritters and Huevos Rancheros. The restaurant also offers breakfast classics such as waffles, pancakes and french toast. It is simple, traditional delicious down-home cooking. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Popular diner |
795 Carlsbad Village Drive San Diego, CA 92008 United States +1 760 729 5448 http://www.alscafecarlsbad.com/ |
This spot is an ultra-popular diner in Carlsbad Village. Inside, one long counter, with vinyl-covered stools, bears the resemblance of a traditional American diner. Guests also have the option to sit outside, with a few umbrella-topped tables set along the street corner. Yet, be forewarned that traffic is busy and the noise level is significant. For breakfast, try one of Al's Omelets. Or choose from Strawberry, Macadamia Nut and Banana-Pecan Waffles. Traditional lunch specials include Meat Loaf and Mashed Potatoes and Liver and Onions. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fifth Avenue flavor |
756 Fifth Ave San Diego, CA 92101 United States +1 619 233 2838 |
This is the perfect stop for fast, delicious Mexican food. Get your mouth set for piping hot, handmade corn tortillas and the best Alambres this side of Mexico City. Everything here is tasty including the tacos, fajitas and all the other Mexican classics. The service is friendly and fast, the vibe good and the room bright. Sit back and enjoy your meal and you are off into the night. Super cheap prices are less than $10. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Down-home diner |
124 Hanes Place San Diego, CA 92084 United States +1 760 726 4433 http://www.allensalleycafe.com/ |
On a one-way street known as Hanes Place (once an alley), the staff at this diner greets regular customers by name. With only six tables and a countertop servicing ten additional customers, the setting is small and familiar. Only breakfast and lunch are served, with breakfast being the more popular meal. Homemade favorites, such as omelets or eggs with home fries, top the menu. Hot sauce is available on every table for those desiring that extra spice on their eggs. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Big helpings and casual atmosphere |
4750 Oceanside Boulevard Suite 23 San Diego, CA 92056 United States +1 760 758 9672 |
This Mexican restaurant features a low-key atmosphere with plentiful servings. Simple black and white tables seat guests, who listen to Spanish selections from the jukebox or watch the local Spanish television station on one of two screens. For breakfast, try Huevos Rancheros or the Ham and Cheese Omelet, served with Rice, Beans and a Tortilla. Later in the day, take advantage of the combination plates, with portions large enough for two. The Chorizo Plate and Carne Asada Plate are particularly popular, both served with rice and beans. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Great for big appetites |
3003 Grape Street San Diego, CA 92102 United States +1 619 234 5789 http://www.bigkitchencafe.com/ |
If you gravitate to a personality place then make a beeline here and put your hunger in the hands of "Judy The Beauty," a one-of-a-kind owner who delights in going overboard in making everyone feel welcome. Trust Judy to satisfy your hunger with delicious homecooked food at tiny prices. Many menu items are named after celebrities and include traditional favorites such as pancakes or bacon and eggs. Credit cards are not accepted. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Casual atmosphere with quick service |
2963 Jamacha Road San Diego, CA 92019 United States +1 619 670 3038 |
This restaurant is ideal for a rushed workday lunch. The restaurant is very casual, more appropriate for a single lunch or take-out meal than for a business dining experience. Guests select entrees from an order counter, with a la carte items already prepared. Popular choices include Broccoli Beef, Hot Szechuan Chicken, Mushroom Chicken and Vegetable Chop Suey. These items may be purchased at a regular size, large size or party tray. In addition to the a la carte selections, guests may request cooked-to-order specialty dishes. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Breakfast panones to midnight lasagnes |
419 F Street San Diego, CA 92101 United States +1 619 238 0114 |
Sit outside on this cafe's sidewalk terrace and watch the world go by while you drink a beer or a glass of wine. Whether it is Panones or pancakes for breakfast to start your day, a large veggie sandwich to keep you going, or an enormous plate of lasagne served with a mixed salad and baguette to start your evening, then this is your rendezvous. Weekend night owls gather here for a chat and a coffee. No credit cards are accepted, but there is an ATM on the premises. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fabulous desserts |
1731 India Street San Diego, CA 92101 United States +1 619 531 1731 http://www.cafezucchero.com/ |
This restaurant's deli front conceals a charming courtyard, which looks like it escaped from a Roman villa. On the menu, Panini sandwiches make a great snack and the selection of gourmet pizzas is enough to share for a light lunch. The Ravioli con Funghi will feed your love for mushrooms, combining cheese with porcinis, garlic and olive oil. The restaurant serves late, making this a perfect retreat after the theater or a concert. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Tiny and informal spot |
3440 Del Lago Boulevard San Diego, CA 92029 United States +1 760 745 0397 |
This taco shop is a tiny, highly informal location that is wildly popular among the locals. It is an ideal stop during your workday or leisure day, for an authentic Mexican lunch. The front of the shop holds an order counter, with the menu posted overhead. Several two-person tables are located inside, with bright blankets and sombreros showcased above each table. Choose from a vast selection of tacos, burritos, tortas and enchiladas. Try the ever-popular Carne Asada or a Guacamole Taco. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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More than coconut and limes |
404 Pier View Way San Diego, CA 92054 United States +1 760 439 4045 |
This restaurant's name means coconut and lime. The informal dining venue offers foods with the distinct flavor of the Mexican region from which it derives its name. Hosting a few booths and one order counter, the local hot spot is casual, with a jukebox playing Latino music and a television showing Spanish telenovelas. For your meal, choose from an expansive variety of burritos, tacos, quesadillas, tortas and combination plates. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Old-fashioned American cuisine |
1450 North Santa Fe Avenue (Suite Y) San Diego, CA 92083 United States +1 760 758 8724 |
Those who prefer the simple menu, rather than modern atmospheres and exotic cuisine, take a look at this place. Three-egg omelets are served with hash browns or home fries for breakfast. Later in the day, consider a Patty Melt or Tuna Melt, both served with fries, soup or salad. Looking for a home-cooked dinner? Nothing beats Pork Chops, complete with potatoes and the vegetable of the day. In accordance with the restaurant's name, coyotes are displayed throughout the establishment. The entrance hosts a glass case with southwestern keepsakes, including miniature coyotes. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Down-home cooking |
2885 Roosevelt Street San Diego, CA 92008 United States +1 760 729 2274 |
This traditional American breakfast diner is popular among Carlsbad locals, so be prepared for extremely large crowds, particularly on weekends. An outdoor area offers patio seating, with white, plastic tables. Meanwhile, the inside restaurant includes a counter with bar stools, several tables and a busy service staff. Traditional breakfast favorites are served. Try biscuits and gravy, Chicken-Fried Steak or the Pecan Waffles. While breakfast is served all day, there are lunch specials offered after 11a. Try the club sandwich, served with your choice of salad. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Home delivery |
5026 Narragansett Avenue San Diego, CA 92107 United States +1 619 316 2472 |
Tired of the usual take-out options? Enjoy gourmet entrees brought to your front door from this innovative establishment in downtown San Diego. Chef Jessica Leibovich and her associates prepare culinary treats, cooked to order, then package and deliver the food to your doorstep. Customers may place orders for large parties, but the chef suggests calling two days in advance for these events. Popular entrees include Chicken Pesto Pockets with Red Pepper Chardonnay Sauce and Fettuccine with Blue Cheese Artichoke Sauce. Chesapeake Bay Crab Cakes are another top seller. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Food with a view |
2803 Emerson Street San Diego, CA 92106 United States +1 619 224 1134 |
The food is great and so are the boat and people watching. This "little" place is located on the boardwalk next to H&M Landing, one of the busiest sport-fishing docks on the West Coast. Seating consists of five outside stools that overlook the sport-fishing boats. If you are late catching your boat, order the Grab & Go sub. If time permits, enjoy fresh soup, salad, cold beer or a glass of wine. Other items are grilled Panini subs, breakfast sandwiches, malts, shakes and smoothies. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Wide sandwich selection |
3357 Rosecrans San Diego, CA 92110-4226 United States +1 619 523 0590 |
This little restaurant offers an excellent menu and free delivery to many locations, including hotels and motels. Thirty-two different sandwiches offer something for everyone's taste. There are freshly made salads and desserts, including several varieties of outstanding locally prepared cheesecake. The freshly brewed Shangri-La iced tea will fill up anyone's brown bag. It is a casual, inexpensive alternative to big meals at expensive restaurants, near many motels. Credit cards are not accepted. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Good seafood without the frills |
276 South Harbor Drive San Diego, CA 92054 United States +1 760 722 4977 |
This family-operated spot is not known for fancy decor or fine dining amenities. But, if you are looking to relax on the Oceanside docks and munch on fish or chowder, then this venue is your place. Pictures of early fishermen, along with their catch, line the walls. Most guests prefer to dine on the outdoor picnic tables. The simple menu offers long-time seafood favorites. Be sure to try the Clam Chowder. Better yet, consider the Sampler Plate, which offers fish, shrimp, coleslaw, fries and chowder. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Bigger is better |
1486 Encinitas Boulevard San Diego, CA 92024 United States +1 760 942 9655 / +1 888 656 3354 (Toll Free) http://www.hershelsdeli.com/ |
The bigger your appetite the better you are going to feel when you have a meal at this straightforward, generous-to-a-fault deli. Order up a Pastrami Sandwich and it could last several days. Other popular sandwiches include the Monte Cristo and Triple Decker Club. With bright red signs on the outside, and a casual ambience once inside, this spot is popular among locals and tourists alike. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Relax for hours |
623 South Coast Highway 101 San Diego, CA 92024 United States +1 760 942 5433 |
It is common to find locals dining at this bistro in the morning, reading the newspaper and relaxing for hours. Breakfast is served all day. Consider the Three Cheese Omelette, combining Swiss, Cheddar and Mozzarella. The Smoked Salmon Scrambler offers eggs, Smoked Salmon, Cream Cheese, tomatoes, red onions and Capers. From the sandwich menu, the Veggie Wrap includes cream cheese, carrots, red cabbage, tomatoes, sprouts, avocado and bell pepper, wrapped in a soft flour tortilla, then cut into pieces and served with soup or salad. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Great for night people |
3871 Fourth Avenue San Diego, CA 92103 United States +1 619 291 9449 |
Got a craving for Chicken Chow Mein in the wee small hours of the morning? Or maybe you just have to taste an order of Pork Fried Rice? Whatever the reason, this place fits the bill with good, down-to-earth, tasty, unpretentious fare at fair prices. Recently remodeled, regulars think they took out some of the charm, but the food remains delicious. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Burgers and fine spirits |
7637 Balboa Avenue San Diego, CA 92111 United States +1 858 569 8866 http://www.islandsrestaurant.com/ |
This popular dining venue is loud, bright and cheerful. Everything is tropical, from the ceramic birds and fish to the greenery, tiki torches and surfboard tables. The atmosphere is casual, and kids are very welcome. On the menu, this spot is famous for huge burgers, with several different toppings. Try a giant basket of fries or onion rings for a great complement. The bar is full service with dozens of specialty tropical concoctions. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Breakfast's Up, Dude |
704 Garnet Avenue (at the Crystal Pier Entrance to Pacific Beach) San Diego, CA 92109-2408 United States +1 858 483 1669 |
Kono's serves up a beach breakfast that's popular with locals and tourists alike, which can lead to an intimidating line- but it moves quickly and there are surf videos to watch and quotes of the week to laugh about. If customers choose to walk outside (burgers and other lunch foods are available, and breakfast is served all day), their meal comes with a view: the ocean and all the characters strolling by. Kono's is as casual as the beach, and plates are big and inexpensive. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Landmark cafe |
738 Fifth Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 United States +1 619 239 1621 |
This is a tiny been-there-forever, hole-in-the-wall Chinese-American diner, with startlingly low prices inscribed on the hand-written sign in the window. It has a low comfort quotient, but may be fun with kids or those wanting to eat very cheaply - especially at breakfast. The food is old-time Cantonese combined with diner-style American food. Sometimes the two cuisines are even served on the same plate. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Inside dining, catering, and delivery |
4204 Voltaire Street San Diego, CA 92107 United States +1 619 225 9900 |
This recently remodeled dining room is clean, bright, and a typical pizza place. It serves a wide variety of pizzas, chicken dishes and pasta. Pizzas range from the vegetarian feast to the 'Special Works'. The restaurant also offers Vegetarian Lasagne with Spinach, Torpedo Sandwiches and Minestrone Soup, served with garlic bread. You can also try the "Sicilian Feast For Two". It also delivers beer and wine with orders. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Cuisine for surfing fanatics |
228 North Coast Highway San Diego, CA 92054 United States +1 760 721 6776 |
Dedicated surfers have a dining home here. Enjoy typical American cuisine, while basking in this restaurant's surfing theme. One wall is entirely covered in a bright, beach scene mural. The Longboarder AM is the top breakfast specialty. This meal includes pancakes or French toast, bacon or sausage, two eggs and fruit. Later in the day, consider the Longboarder PM (a sandwich with turkey, lettuce, tomatoes, onions, sprouts, avocado and pepper cheese). Served with your choice of sides, this entree is sufficient for two people. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Traditional home-style favorites |
307 North Coast Highway San Diego, CA 92054 United States +1 760 722 3052 |
Located along the famous Pacific Coast Highway, this Oceanside restaurant serves home-style meals in a casual environment. A few umbrella-topped tables line the outside patio. Inside, pictures of ocean scenes cover the walls. Expect to find a crowded, yet comfortable atmosphere. Traditional breakfast favorites, such as Sausage and Eggs or Biscuits and Gravy, are served early each morning. For lunch, try the Hot Meatloaf Sandwich or a Patty Melt. The dinner menu offers Pork Chops and Top Sirloin, served with vegetables, potatoes, a dinner roll and dessert. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Casual dining along the coast |
615 South Coast Highway 101 San Diego, CA 92024 United States +1 760 753 6451 |
This Japanese restaurant, located just one block from the coast, is quite informal, best suited for casual family occasions, take-out or dining alone. The restaurant's decor is a flashback to the American 70s era. Wood paneling covers the walls, while booths feature gold upholstery. Chicken Teriyaki is a popular dish, served with rice, soup and salad. For a bit larger entree, try the Salmon Teriyaki Combination, including rice, salad, soup and six California Rolls. Sushi rolls are also sold on an individual basis and vegetarian dishes are available. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Slices, Pints & More |
425 S Melrose Drive San Diego, CA 92081 United States +1 760 295 3851 http://www.oggis.com/ |
Oggi's (pronounced "oh jeez") is a beloved regional chain of pizzerias, many with an in-house brewery. The Vista location is the cream of the crop, famous for signature brews like Hop Juice. In addition to beer, they make a decent pizza, as well as a number of other pub-grub staples. There is a booth-heavy dining area that is positively family friendly, and the bar area has its own cluster of tables and booths, from which you can watch any of more than a dozen television screens, showing sporting events from all over the world. There is a full bar, so even if beer isn't your thing, you can get loaded and cheer your favorite team with the best of 'em. See website for menus and other locations. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Greek and Persian cuisine |
3440 Del Lago Boulevard, Suite I San Diego, CA 92029 United States +1 760 739 7677 |
A low-key, casual atmosphere and attentive service make this restaurant a favorite among North County locals. The restaurant is particularly ideal for lunchtime, between business or leisure ventures. A patio dining area offers small wooden tables, which are located along the sidewalk of the shopping center. From the Persian section of the menu, try the Kabob Barg, which includes a marinated steak served with rice. Meanwhile, the Gyros Plate tops the Greek menu. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A buffet to boast about |
240 East Via Rancho Parkway No. A1 North County Fair San Diego, CA 92025 United States +1 760 738 7522 http://www.o-nami.com/ |
This is a sushi-lovers paradise, especially if you love raw fish but lament about the small portions sometimes served in traditional bars. Here, you enjoy an all-you-can-eat buffet of an incredible array of sushi offerings both tasty and pleasingly presented. Try the Tuna Rolls, California Rolls or Sashimi options. Salads are also offered, as well as a hot buffet with teriyaki dishes and fried rice. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Come for the Garbage Pizza |
860 Garnet Ave San Diego, CA 92109 United States +1 858 272 4745 http://www.pbbarandgrill.com |
Located in Pacific Beach, this restaurant offers superb pizza. Try the Garbage Pizza or the Mexican Pizza, which substitutes layered flour tortillas for pizza dough. Other tasty treats include coconut-covered shrimp, pasta, sandwiches, burgers, gyros, prime rib and a large selection of "south of the border" dishes like tacos and fajitas. For those with late-night pizza cravings, this spot stays open nightly until 1:45a. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Delicious Chinese food |
506 Horton Plaza (Horton Plaza Shopping Center) San Diego, CA 91107 United States +1 619 233 7800 http://www.pandainn.com/ |
This popular venue, offering mouth-watering Chinese food, is a quiet place on the rooftop of Horton Plaza. Featuring red and black decor, the contemporary restaurant is popular among local business professionals and shoppers. The Mandarin and Szechuan menu items include fresh seafood and vegetable dishes. Some of the specials include Orange Flavored Chicken and Sweet and Pungent Shrimp. The talented chefs claim to follow the four tenants of Chinese food preparation: color, fragrance, taste and completeness. And they definitely succeed! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Ideal lunch spot |
3440 Del Lago Boulevard, Suite H San Diego, CA 92029 United States +1 760 738 9105 |
If you are working or visiting North County, this Chinese restaurant with popular Mandarin dishes is ideal for your lunch stop. Local business folks frequent this spot that offers phone-in and pick-up orders. The restaurant is small, hosting just a dozen tables for guests who wish to dine on the premises. The a la carte menu is particularly popular among take-out customers. Consider Orange Flavored Chicken or Sweet and Sour Chicken. Special orders are also available. Ask the chef to prepare Broccoli Shrimp or Kung Pao Scallops. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Modern-style cuisine |
4574 Park Boulevard San Diego, CA 92116 United States +1 619 295 7275 http://www.parkhouseeatery.sig... |
This restaurant is so familiar to many local diners that they use a nickname for one of the dining rooms - it is known as 'The Hearth Room'. The building that houses this restaurant was formerly a thrift shop, but has been renovated into a lively local cafe. Available seating areas include an outdoor garden patio (with a large clock, green umbrellas and tall trees), the front dining room, as well as the Hearth Room, hosting a wood-burning fireplace. The menu is vast and rather unusual. Try the Pan-Fried Pork Dumplings or Pan-Roasted Mussels. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A fun, family restaurant |
12045 Carmel Mountain Rd San Diego, CA 92128 United States +1 858 592 0222 http://www.patandoscars.com |
This is a friendly, casual restaurant where you order at the register and seat yourself. The owners pride themselves on the speed of service, delivering food in about 10 minutes. Menu items (all of which are served in heaping portions) include the famous hand-rolled garlic breadsticks, baby back ribs, barbecue chicken, award-winning pizzas, salads and oven-baked potatoes. The chefs make their own salad dressings and tomato sauces. It also offers catering services, including set packages and custom menus. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Award-winning take out |
2508 El Camino Real San Diego, CA 92009 United States +1 760 720 6252 http://www.pickupstix.com/ |
The readers of San Diego Magazine selected this place as the 'best take out' restaurant in San Diego County. The favorite Chinese restaurant holds a broad menu, with its specialty lean cuisine and spicy entrees. In addition to take-out, catering and delivery are available. On the menu, the house specialty is Chow Mein. Another customer favorite is the Garlic Shrimp, including broccoli, zucchini, mushrooms, onions and water chestnuts. All entrees are served with steamed rice and a fortune cookie. The restaurant serves non-alcoholic beverages only. You need to call for delivery information. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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The best fish taco |
901 4th Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 United States +1 619 231 7731 |
No visit to San Diego would be complete without sampling that delightful regional specialty: the Fish Taco. This fast-food spot offers the best and most authentic Baja-style Fish Tacos north of the border. Beyond the Fish Taco, other specialties include the Shrimp Burrito and Lobster Taco, not to mention the sinful Chocolate Ice Cream Taco. Those unenamored of seafood will find Carne Asada (grilled steak), chargrilled chicken entrees, burritos galore and a HealthMex menu. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Dining done right |
2900 El Cajon Boulevard San Diego, CA 92104 United States +1 619 282 8423 http://www.rudfords.com/ |
This classic, genuine diner is a magnet for locals and an inexpensive 24-hour surprise for travelers. It offers plain yet authentic diner decor, complete with the traditional diner counter. The venue offers standard American fare, with inexpensive daily specials for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Look for classic hamburgers and all the dishes newer diners try to master. This spot has been cooking traditional specialties the way Mom did for decades. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Exotic Persian Cuisine |
828 Fifth Ave San Diego, CA 92101 United States +1 619 338 0008 http://www.sadafrestaurants.com |
The spicy aroma wafting out the door only hints at the delicious taste of the Persian food inside—and it is all the more enjoyable being low in fat and cholesterol. Here, the hands-down favorite is the Sadaf Special, which includes tender chunks of filet mignon, chicken and white fish on a bed of rice or saffron. The dinner prices are modest for the bustling Gaslamp location. It is an ideal spot for informal business or leisure dining. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Japan in San Diego |
933 Fourth Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 United States +1 619 237 0546 |
Inexpensive Japanese specialties plus a Sushi Bar make up this downtown gem of a restaurant. Any order totalling more than $4.25 receives a free soft drink or other non-alcoholic beverage. Most lunch items (available all day) are about $5.95 including teriyaki dishes and other Japanese specialties. The restaurant also offers "Bento" boxes, combining items like broiled salmon, Sashimi, seafood and Shumai dumplings. The decor is bright and plain, with most of the atmosphere contributed from the busy crowd that always fills this venue. Credit cards are not accepted. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Finger food |
2229 Micro Place San Diego, CA 92029-1010 United States +1 760 480 2722 http://www.sandcrabcafe.com/ |
If you do not mind the thought of a pile of crabs dumped on the table right in front of you, then visit this unusual restaurant. That is exactly how this crab-happy venue presents its shellfish. Meanwhile, sea-related decor and a live lobster tank enhance the jolly atmosphere. The establishment definitely has a loyal clientele who appreciates the next-to-nothing prices and the generous portions. Try the fish and chips. A children's menu is also available. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Tasty grab-a-bite |
3515 Fifth Avenue San Diego, CA 92103 United States +1 619 299 6080 |
Before spending the evening at the Old Globe or other downtown attractions, you want to grab a quick bite. An Italian place with good food and fast service sounds appealing. This long-standing San Diego favorite offers all of the above, and as a bonus, serves homemade dishes made with only the freshest ingredients in town. The prices are inexpensive, ranging from USD7-15. After a quick and satisfying meal here, you are ready to enjoy a night on the town! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Casual downtown dining |
1165 Sixth Avenue (corner of Sixth and B) San Diego, CA 92101 United States +1 619 239 4194 http://www.sixthavenuebistro.com/ |
Popular with local business people working in the high-rise towers of downtown San Diego, this eatery focuses on sandwiches, salads and a few Southern-influenced entrees. The menu here reflects the fact that the restaurant is busiest at breakfast and lunch, and closes too early to be a serious contender for dinner. The best bet for a sandwich is the unusual Cocoa Beach Shrimp Po-Boy, featuring Florida rock shrimp in a New Orleans-style remoulade sauce cradled on a fresh French baguette. It is big, high-calorie and worth every penny. Full service catering and complete bar service is offered. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Relaxing atmosphere |
1010 I Street Highway 101 San Diego, CA 92024 United States +1 760 753 5411 |
This is the type of restaurant where you may read the newspaper and relax for hours, while dining on homemade breakfast favorites. Begin your day with an entree from the "Great Starts" section of the menu. The Ham Scramble is a popular choice. For those diners who prefer a lighter meal, consider the Fresh Fruit Bowl, which offers seasonal fruit with nuts and raisins. Sandwiches are served later in the day, with Avocado & Swiss and the Tuna Melt reigning as customer favorites. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Three-Level Nightclub Deluxe |
454 6th Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 United States +1 619 544 9500 http://www.stingsandiego.com/ |
Stingaree is a Goliath of a night spot. The ground floor is a proper restaurant/nightclub, replete with a full dinner menu and a full dance floor. The bar is famous for its extensive wine list and specialty cocktails (including the "Berry Manilow"). The food menu is awash in French, Italian and Mediterranean influences, all served with a dash of Californian flair, and always full of the freshest local and seasonal ingredients. Choose from small plates like the seafood "Menage a Trois," or no-nonsense entrees like Lobster Linguine. Up one flight of stairs is the Mezzanine, a more intimate lounge-style area where revelers can sip drinks and survey the action down below. Keep heading skyward and you'll find yourself on the Rooftop Oasis with a fire pit by your side and a cool breeze in your hair. See website for menus, wine list, happy hour info, event calendar, online reservations and more. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Everybody Must Get Stoned! |
1999 Citracado Parkway (between Andreasan Drive & Vineyard Avenue) San Diego, CA 92029 United States +1 760 471 4999 http://www.stoneworldbistro.com/ |
Perched high on a hill in the industrial outskirts of Escondido, Stone World Bistro is quite literally a desert oasis. The cavernous dining room is adorned with slabs of granite, beams of steel and a 30-foot bamboo tree. The bar sits in one corner, in the shadow of the brewery's series of two-story brew kettles (which you can see up close and personal on the free daily brewery tour). Across the way, airplane-hangar-like doors open onto the facility's centerpiece, a beautifully manicured patio and garden about the size of a city block. Pathways snake past lawns, fountains, a creek, and a fire pit. Pick a spot and down a pint or two of the award-winning homemade beer (including rarities like Oaked Arrogant Bastard). The food menu is a cut above your average pub grub, focusing on locally raised seasonal ingredients and exotic preparations. The on-site gift shop features everything from Arrogant Bastard hoodies to freshly jugged beer to go. See website for full menu, beer info, event calendar, online shopping, tour schedule and more. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Serving sushi and sushi |
828 Broadway San Diego, CA 92101 United States +1 619 231 9597 |
Located in downtown San Diego, this sushi bar is frequented by business people and locals. Japanese entrees, such as Sesame Chicken and Tempura, are available. Yet, the primary item on the menu is sushi. With numerous sushi combos (serving a medley of different rolls), this establishment has become a favorite among the downtown crowd. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Informal sushi bar |
1101 Camino Del Mar San Diego, CA 92014 United States +1 858 755 2969 |
This restaurant advertises, 'no fancy rolls,' which means basic, traditional sushi is the dominant fare here. The restaurant includes a few tiny tables, but the sushi bar monopolizes most of the space and attention. While novices are welcome at the sushi bar, most of this restaurant's patrons are experienced sushi pros. If you are a bit uneasy about sea life culinary adventures, just be sure to obtain the menu with full translation, lest you order an Anago Roll, not realizing it is an eel. Review © 2007, Wcities |