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 Old-fashioned food and fun |
2215 Main Street San Diego, CA 92036 United States +1 760 765 3757 |
This spot is a landmark in Julian, offering great food and lively entertainment on weekend nights. Special events are occasionally scheduled back in the 'barn', where music prevails over food. Meat lovers adore this restaurant, whereas the diet-conscious or vegetarian will be better off elsewhere. Pork ribs are served as both appetizers and entrees, along with 'Borgs' (Polish or Louisiana hot sausages). Wash it all down with your choice of beer, wine, cocktails or local non-alcoholic Julian cider, served hot or cold by the mug or pitcher. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Latte in La Jolla |
1235 Coast Blvd San Diego, CA 92037 United States +1 858 454 7393 http://www.brocktonvilla.com/ |
Known locally as a great place to have coffee and dessert while planning the day, this restaurant also has a beautiful outdoor setting for lunch or dinner while visiting La Jolla. For meals, the latest in California cuisine is served with the freshest ingredients. Luncheon salads and chicken dishes are reasonably priced by La Jolla standards. The Risotto with Scallops and Chicken Curry are two favorites. A full bar is available. Do not miss the fresh-brewed coffee and desserts! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Buffalo burgers |
Third and B Street P.O. Box 1987 San Diego, CA 92036 United States +1 760 765 1560 |
This unpretentious diner is a favorite with Julian locals and tourists, usually with a long line of waiting customers trailing down the steep stairs. The building itself is old, lined with a narrow veranda. The inside has minimal diner decor, with seating in vinyl booths or at tiny tables. For lunch, try the famous Buffalo Burger. The Mountain Man plate is the best value, providing a half-pound Buffalo Burger with cheese, grilled onions and seasoned french fries. Sandwiches are also available and of course, there is apple pie for dessert. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Wily Coyotes dine here |
2461 San Diego Avenue San Diego, CA 92110 United States +1 619 291 4695 http://www.cafecoyoteoldtown.com/ |
A sturdy, spicy meal offered here is the Chimichange de Pollo, a deep-fried flour tortilla wrapped around chicken and topped with melted cheese, chile sauce and tomatillo-jalapeno salsa. Not sure about spicy Mexican food? A good compromise is the Carne Asada Plate, flavorful sirloin steak quick-seared and served with refried beans, Mexican rice and guacamole. Ten different beers on draft, a full bar and appetizers are available in the Coyote Cantina or served to your table. Patio dining puts you in the middle of Old Town shoppers and gawkers. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Big on portions |
5500 Grossmont Center Drive San Diego, CA 91942 United States +1 619 469 3927 |
This big restaurant is filled with memorabilia from California's wild Gold Rush days, and just staring at the walls can be entertaining. The food is served in piles on the plate, and it is definitely a place to bring your appetite. Ribs are the best bet, and the Country Fried Steak is renowned. The restaurant also offers a delicious Hot Turkey Sandwich made with freshly cooked real turkey breast - not a pressed turkey roll as at many restaurants. Desserts are big and tasty. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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High Class Steak and Wine |
8970, University Center Lane San Diego, CA 92122 United States +1 858 259 9966 http://www.flemingssteakhouse.... |
Owner Paul Fleming, known otherwise for his restaurant PF Changs, is famous for his high standards in food preparation and presentation. It is true that meals here tend to be pricey, but guests can expect an award winning breadth of wine, optional private dining rooms, and of course, famous steak. Depending on the occasion, Fleming's is suitable for a family dinner, romantic date, or a business meeting. Just be sure to try a glass of wine; there are over 100 types to choose from! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Tasty Alpine treat |
2506 Alpine Boulevard San Diego, CA 91901 United States +1 619 659 3874 |
The rustic atmosphere sets off the big, meaty meals found here. Craving venison or buffalo? You can have them for breakfast, lunch and dinner! A half-pound Buffalo patty and eggs will get you started, or go in the opposite direction and enjoy a veggie-friendly Tree Hugger breakfast consisting of a granola-encrusted piece of French Toast. Lunch offers an array of unusual hamburgers and salads. Things get serious at dinner, with bigger hamburgers and gigantic slabs of meat. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Enlightened Vegetarian Cuisine |
3351, Adams Avenue San Diego, CA 92116 United States +1 619 282 4116 http://www.jyotibihanga.com/ |
This small corner restaurant in the heart of Normal Heights is anything but normal – it's extraordinary. A mainstay for locals for years, under its airy high blue-painted ceiling it offers delicious vegetarian and vegan cuisine prepared and served by followers of Sri Chinmoy, a prolific spiritual poet and teacher who runs marathons in his spare time. The chili, when available, is fantastic and is a great choice for any non-vegetarian in the group – they won't miss the meat. A Saturday buffet is offered several times a month – call for this month's schedule. -de Traci Regula Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Genuinely Mexican |
978 Garnet Avenue San Diego, CA 92109 United States +1 858 605 0093 http://www.mexicantaco.com/ |
Delicious food, casual and peppy ambiance is what makes up LIMONZ Rostizados. This Mexican restaurant serves great Mexican food with an innovative twist, opened in 2006, it has become one of the best restaurants in Pacific beach. LIMONZ Rostizados is open late on weekends and the 'Nite Bites' out here is a must try. A special feature of this place is that the food is prepared right in front of you, hence there are no waiters here. 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 |
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Take the Brew Tour |
401 G Street San Diego, CA 92101 United States +1 619 231 7000 http://www.rockbottom.com |
Visitors to this trendy restaurant and brewery will be hitting one of the highlights in the downtown scene. Offering contemporary styling inside, this sidewalk restaurant is best enjoyed by dining al fresco. Lunches feature salads, burgers and appetizers (try the Titan Toothpicks, rolled tortillas stuffed with smoked chicken, jack cheese and seasonings). Dinner includes many of the same items plus specialty pastas such as Southwestern Shrimp and Chicken Pasta. Be sure to tour the brewery and partake of the beer sample. 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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Local success story |
770 Fourth Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 United States +1 619 230 8888 http://www.sammyspizza.com/ |
A San Diego success story, Sammy started with one location that soon had lines around the block. Now with 11 locations, people are still clamoring for a taste of his trademarks: casual relaxed settings and pizzas and pastas with a California twist. From Chicken Tequila Fettuccini to the widely acclaimed and copied woodfired pizzas, the portions are so generous you must make an effort to save room for the sumptious gooey Messy Sundae. Beer and wine only. 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 |
