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 After work relaxation |
8873 Villa La Jolla Dr San Diego, CA 92037 United States +1 858 455 0662 http://www.bjsbrewhouse.com/ |
This is the perfect spot for relaxation after a long day at work. Bring a spouse, friend or co-worker, and order pizza and brew here. Try one of the specialty pizzas, such as Buffalo Chicken or Spinach & Artichoke Pizza. If pizza is not your preference, consider one of the giant stuffed potatoes. The Italian Potato offers homemade meatballs, stuffed in a giant potato with marinara sauce, provolone cheese and Parmesan. Burgers and pasta round out the menu, along with a long list of brews. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Local Flavor |
2171 Avenida de la Playa Between Avenida De La Ribera & Calle De La Plata San Diego, CA 92037 United States +1 858 454 7373 |
This restaurant is a few blocks from the beach and offers sidewalk tables and an enclosed patio with fireplaces. The menu changes daily, but offerings include wood-fired pizza, stone-roasted whole fish, and fritti. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Basic and more |
410, Tenth Avenue East Village San Diego, CA 92101 United States +1 619 531 8869 http://www.barbasic.com/ |
Basic is the place to be when all you want to do is chill out with a bunch of friends. It has a very laid-back atmosphere with its original brick walls, industrial garage doors and high ceilings. The kitchen serves up some of the best pizzas, salads and more. Basic has a variety of drinks to choose from like scotch, whiskey, tequila, rum, gin, vodka, champagne and an exhaustive list of wines. Sit by the cocktail bar or play some pool, have a bite to eat and relax. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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East County Italian |
15244 Olde Highway 80 San Diego, CA 92021 United States +1 619 443 8455 |
This family-friendly restarant is a pleasant stop on the way back from Alpine, Lake Jennings or Julian. Old Highway 80 itself is filled with unusual antique shops and can provide a pleasant afternoon's browsing. The food here, like the Italian trattoria decor, is straightforward and traditonal, with pasta in red sauces predominating. The Cheese Manicotti and Ravioli are special favorites with kids, and there is a large selection of pizzas. Early Bird specials run from 11:30a-6:30p. There is also a full bar serving cocktails, beer and wine. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Homemade pasta and pizza |
1020 West San Marcos Boulevard San Diego, CA 92069 United States +1 760 744 7700 / +1 760 722 7711 |
The Fanelli family, originally from Velletri, Italy, owns and operates this classy restaurant. Guests pass by park benches, greenery and the prominent bar to find an elegant dining area. Homemade pasta dinners top the menu. Choose from Spaghetti, Fettuccini, Rigatoni, Tortellini and scores of other pasta options. These pasta dinners are served with a variety of homemade sauces, as well as salad and garlic bread. Homemade pizzas are also popular. Complete your evening with Sicilian Cannoli or Tiramisu. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Pizza and salad bar |
2216 El Camino Real San Diego, CA 92054 United States +1 760 722 7771 |
This North County restaurant is ideal for lunch during the business day. Locals frequent this establishment for its quick service and mouth-watering cuisine. An extensive pizza menu makes this spot popular for take-out and family dining as well. The dining area features old-fashioned stone pillars, blue tablecloths and a gigantic mural of a Venetian boat scene. On the menu, Meatball Parmigiana is a popular sandwich, while Baked Penne is topped with Ricotta cheese and served with meat or marinara sauce. The Meat Feast Pizza offers Canadian bacon, salami, pepperoni, meatballs and sausage. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fun for the whole family |
3861 Mission Avenue (Suite B-15) San Diego, CA 92054 United States +1 760 439 4997 |
With an innovative and informal atmosphere, this pizza parlor is ideal for families with children. True to its name, this spot features a prehistoric-style decor. Stone walls and greenery surround the tiny dining area. A large dinosaur head hangs from one of the walls. Pizza is generally the food of choice. Select from a variety of toppings (anything from pepperoni to artichokes) for your hand-tossed pie. Cold Hoagies and Hot Hoagies are also popular, with your choice of meat and cheese. Consider a Greek Salad or Caesar Salad on the side. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Bring your appetite |
386 East H Street San Diego, CA 91910 United States +1 619 585 1371 |
Bring your appetite! The food is tasty and the portions are large. This informal restaurant, located in southern San Diego County, serves well known Italian favorites in pasta and pizza. Try some of the specialty pies, such as Barbequed Chicken Pizza or Grilled Vegetable Pizza. Favorite pastas include Chicken Fettuccine or Angelhair Pasta, served with tomatoes and goat cheese. Looking for an entree other than pizza and pasta? The menu offers salads, rotisserie chicken and even chili burgers. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Classic pizza grotto |
3492 Adams Avenue San Diego, CA 92116 United States +1 619 283 3153 |
This family-run Italian restaurant offers a charming atmosphere with red-and-white checkered vinyl tablecloths and cozy booths. A deli counter provides freshly made Italian specialties, including delicious butter cookies. Pizza tops the menu. Vegetarians and non-vegetarians both delight in the Asparagus and Marinated Artichoke Heart Pizza. Meanwhile, pasta is accompanied by gigantic meatballs and fresh tomato sauce. A beer and wine bar is available, as well as outside patio dining. No reservations are accepted; expect a wait on weekends. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Glowingly good |
3924 West Point Loma Boulevard San Diego, CA 92110 United States +1 619 222 6877 http://www.embersgrilleandbar.... |
Enjoy the cozy interior or the open-air patio at this restaurant, especially nice for lunch on a sunny day. From the certified Angus steaks to the personal gourmet pizzas, everything is wonderfully prepared. Entrees run from a Thick-cut Pork Chop to the Embers Grille Combination, pairing a rosemary chicken breast, a 5-ounce steak and a quarter rack of baby-back barbecue pork ribs. The wine list is a excellent - each selection is described and suggested food pairings are provided. The restaurant also offers sandwiches and lunch specials. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Pizza and Italian grocery items |
1747 India Street San Diego, CA 92101 United States +1 619 232 5094 |
This is one of the most beloved Italian restaurants in San Diego. Its pizza has been highly acclaimed since first being served more than 50 years ago. The front of the restaurant is an Italian shop selling dried pasta, wines, candy, canned goods and olives, and a deli selling Italian sausages and cheese. After passing through this aromatic area, one is led to the restaurant itself. The chefs here dish up all the classics including lasagne, spaghetti and meatballs, ravioli and more. Imported and domestic wine and beer is available. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Old Italian charm |
1125 Rosecrans St San Diego, CA 92106 United States +1 619 223 2553 |
This family-owned restaurant is located in the center of Point Loma. There are two dining rooms decorated in 1950s "family Italian." The setting is old style and so is the service. All dishes are homemade, including the bread. Hot sandwiches include Meatballs Parmigiano, Sausage Parmigiano and Provolone & Peppers. Dinner offers baked macaroni dishes and a variety of veal dinners. Chicken and seafood are also available. The pizza is excellent and delivery is free. 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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Subs and pizza |
1166 Rosecrans Street San Diego, CA 92106 United States +1 619 224 5105 |
The staff at this restaurant believes you should enjoy the "good old days" when food was good and people cared enough to give you friendly service. The dining area is small, but the two levels and outside view make it appear warm and spacious. Outside seating is available. The menu includes 22 different kinds of pizza, hot and cold sandwiches, and Greek and Italian specialties. Everything from the vegetarian pizza to the Greek-style chicken is excellent. Party trays, beer and wine are also available. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Something for Everyone |
7863 Girard Avenue at Wall Street San Diego, CA 92037 United States +1 858 456 8111 http://www.jackslajolla.com/ |
Jack's is more than just a restaurant – in fact it is three distinctive restaurants and four bars in one complex designed to suite every mood and occasion. From a street level sidewalk cafe to an atrium level bar and grill, to fine dining and an upscale wine lounge - renowned chef Tony DiSalvo serves up sophisticated yet accessible California cuisine to suite every palate. Whether it's a quick bite after a day at the beach, happy hour, or an elegant evening out, Jack's fits the bill. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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One block from the ocean |
2975 Carlsbad Boulevard San Diego, CA 92008-2979 United States +1 760 720 9688 |
Just one block from the ocean, this spot combines a casual atmosphere with incredible culinary favorites. Guests may sit at the bar, which covers one wall, or at wooden tables. Pictures of family and friends decorate the inside walls, while the outdoor seating is complemented by greenery and gaslamps. Pizzas, pasta and seafood are the featured entrees. Consider fresh clams, fresh salmon or fresh halibut. Each of these seafood specialties are sauteed with garlic and served over linguini, with red or white wine sauce. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Pizza please |
6755 Mira Mesa Boulevard, No. 119 Plaza Sorrento Shopping Centre San Diego, CA 92121 United States +1 858 678 8545 http://www.knockoutsandiego.com/ |
Are you in the mood for some piping hot pizza? At Knockout Pizzeria, everything is made fresh for you everyday. Buy yourself a gooey pizza pie and soft drinks, or you can opt for a crisp and crunchy salad. Calazones are also available. Hardcore carnivores can try creations like the Meat Bomb and cheese lovers can sink their teeth into the 4 Cheese Pizza. If you don't want an entire pizza, you can also buy it by the slice. The casual eatery also offers catering services. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Pizza in Hillcrest |
3789 Fourth Avenue San Diego, CA 92103 United States +1 619 542 0293 http://www.arrivedercirestoran... |
La Pizzeria Arrivederci provides a creative approach to pizza in the heart of Hillcrest. One of a chain of local restaurants owned by Antonino Mastellone, La Pizzeria Arrivederci serves pizzas named for local landmarks. Customers can sample the Hillcrest, topped with mascarpone cheese, basil, and mozzarella, while they sit on the patio. La Pizzeria's specialty pizza, the University Avenue, consists of walnuts, arugula, mascarpone cheese, and mozzarella. Vegetarians can enjoy the Vegetariana, topped with zucchini, roast bell peppers, eggplant and asparagus. La Pizzeria prepares pizzas for pick up at the restaurant. -Jane Watts 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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Smile back at Mona |
5156 Waring Road San Diego, CA 92120 United States +1 619 286 2242 |
This long-established Italian restaurant has been feeding San Diegans for more than thirty years. Enjoy big pizzas, tasty lasagna and antipasto salads. Pastas come with a choice of a hearty meat sauce, lighter marinara or a bright pesto sauce. The full line of pizzas is available to go. Delivery is available in a limited area. For those who dine in the restaurant, the decor borders on the kitschy, but it is pleasant and comfortable. Families are courted here; Tuesday night features tableside entertainment from K.C. the Clown. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Pizza and Vibes |
619 National City Boulevard San Diego, CA 91950 United States +1 619 474 2888 |
This long-running pizza house in National City may seem a little gritty at times, but that's all in keeping with its history. Legendary gravelly-voiced musician Tom Waits toiled here as a teenager serving pizza to sailors, motorcyclists and other colorful southern California characters. If you stop in, you can also get cheap pasta and pitchers of beer, and join in on the people-watching. 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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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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Pasta perfection, meaty delights |
5202 Bonita Road San Diego, CA 91902 United States +1 619 267 7708 |
This cottage-style restaurant in beautiful Bonita offers good taste all around. Palumbo has been a name to be reckoned with in Italian dining in San Diego for four decades. This latest venture proudly holds up the family honor with bright, modern takes on classic dishes. If you are looking for pizza, try the Saporita, a tasty blend of artichoke hearts and prosciutto on a thin crust. If your palate is primed for pasta, consider the Penne Puttanesca. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Pizza and more |
2650 Via De La Valle (Suite 210) San Diego, CA 92014-1969 United States +1 858 481 7171 |
Located in downtown Del Mar, this informal spot is popular among locals and tourists. The dining room is casual and lively, perfect for family dining. The menu offers more than 20 kinds of pizza, all of them delicious. From basic cheese to gourmet shrimp toppings, the vast selection offers something for everyone in the family. In addition, pasta dishes are available, as well as traditional Italian entrees like Eggplant Parmigiana and Chicken Parmigiana. 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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Not your ordinary pizza |
5120 North Harbor Drive San Diego, CA 92106 United States +1 619 226 0268 http://www.pizzanova.net |
If you love pizza, but you are tired of the usual toppings, this will undoubtedly become your pizzeria of choice. Its wood-fired gourmet toppings are absolutely delicious and original sauces include barbecue, Thai and Santa Fe. A hands-down favorite is the Thai Shrimp or the Thai linguini. There is also a full menu of tasty pasta dishes. If you call ahead the staff will save you a table overlooking the marina. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Pizza & Handcrafted Brews |
571 Carlsbad Village Drive San Diego, CA 92008 United States +1 760 720 7007 http://www.pizzaport.com/ |
Downtown Carlsbad combines three attractions at this restaurant: original pizza preparations, handcrafted brews, and a clambake atmosphere. Surfboards are suspended overhead throughout the restaurant. Surfing pictures plaster the walls while televisions show surfing footage. Seating is available at long, wooden picnic-style tables or at the bar. Try the hometown Pizza Carlsbad, which offers toppings of pesto, chicken, artichoke hearts, feta and sun dried tomatoes. Top off your meal with one of Port Brewing's award-winning, world-famous handcrafted brews. Two popular choices are the California Honey and Sharkbite Red. Opt for the Wipeout IPA if you're feeling up to it. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Home of Handcrafted Brews |
135 North Highway 101 San Diego, CA 92075-1128 United States +1 858 481 7332 http://www.pizzaport.com/ |
Established in 1987, this original pizzeria has been a favorite among locals for years. The atmosphere is casual, located seconds from the Pacific coastline. Surfboards are suspended overhead, while arcade games hold a spot in the back. Popular menu items include the BBQ Chicken Pizza, as well as the hometown favorite, Pizza Solana. With homemade pizza and award-winning handcrafted beer brewed on the premises, this spot has a favorable reputation among locals. Beer, clothing and other souvenirs are avilable in the gift shop. See website for menu, calendar of events, and locations in Carlsbad and San Clemente. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Informal pizzeria |
2212 Carmel Valley Road San Diego, CA 92014 United States +1 858 755 6779 |
This establishment, advertised as a, 'family restaurant,' is ideal for a quick lunch stop or informal dinner with the kids. Inside, wooden tables are accompanied by a large television in the corner. Outside, several patio tables are surrounded by bushes and colorful flowers. The menu includes pizza, pasta, salads and sandwiches. Sam's Special Pizza combines pepperoni, sausage, mushrooms, olives, onions and bell peppers. Meanwhile, popular pasta favorites include Gourmet Lasagne and Cheese Ravioli. From the sandwich menu, consider Pastrami or Veal Parmesan. Review © 2007, Wcities |