The Best Restaurants and Dining in the Gaslamp, Old Town, La Jolla and throughout San Diego, Ca.

Dining in San Diego -- Your Guide to San Diego's Best Restaurants

Our San Diego restaurant guide showcases the best restaurants in San Diego County. These restaurants are the favorites of visitors & locals alike for their food, ambience, & overall dining experience. From Steakhouses to Sushi or casual bistros to fine dining we continuously update our list of the top restaurants in San Diego for your dining pleasure. For more information on San Diego dining, please contact our office.

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Gaslamp Quarter, Little Italy, Coronado & Shelter Island

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Afghan

www.chopahnrestaurant.com - Chopahn is a wonderful marriage of authentic Afghan cuisine and upscale dining in the Gaslamp Quarter. With everything from succulent kabobs to tasty challaws, Chopahn's offers exotic, yet refined dining. Come experience the only authentic Afghan restaurant in downtown San Diego. 750 6th Ave San Diego, CA 92101 (619) 236-9236

Chinese

www.redpearlkitchen.com - Red Pearl Kitchen brings a new twist on traditional Pan-Asian Cuisine, Red Pearl is great for individual or family-style dining; guests can select from a wide array of Dim Sum, Salad, Hot Pot,Curry, Noodle, Wok-Fired, and Vegetable dishes. The menu, combined with the full bar and overall design gives it a vibe that is glamorous, exotic and sexy.440 J Street San Diego, CA 92101 (619) 231-1100

Deli

www.ez-js.com - EZ-J's Sandwiches wants to give your body the best, so they use the healthiest & freshest sandwich ingredients. EZ-J's sandwiches are the best in town because they are made with back East style & California freshness. 1350 6th Ave San Diego, CA 92101 (619) 237-0123

Irish

www.thefield.com - The Field Irish Pub is San Diego's most Authentic Irish Pub and Restaurant. Visit the turn of the century Irish pub shipped literally piece by piece from Ireland and relocated in the heart of San Diego's Historic Gaslamp Quarter. 544 5th Ave San Diego, CA 92101 (619) 232-9840

Italian
www.astisandiego.com - Asti Ristorante brings mouth watering cuisine from Northern Italy to San Diego's famous 5th Ave. Full bar, Large selection of California & Italian wines, and the best Northern Italian fare this side of the Atlantic. 728 5th Ave San Diego, CA 92101 (619) 232-8844

www.bellalunasandiego.com - Bella Luna offers authentic regional Italian fare in a warm and inviting atmosphere in the heart of the Gaslamp Quarter. This family owned restaurant is famous for its delicious food and exceptionally friendly service. 748 5th Ave, San Diego, CA, 92101, (619) 239-3222

www.diningonfifth.com - Chianti is known for its light & healthy regional Italian cuisine. Chianti uses the freshest ingredients to bring the finest tastes of Italy to its guests. 644 5th Ave San Diego, CA 92101 235-8144

www.G101.com - Galileo 101 Ristorante and Bar brings progressive Italian Cuisine to Downtown San Diego. It is the perfect compliment of exquisite dining and elegant nightlife. 201 J Street, Suite 101 San Diego, CA 92101 (619) 702-7101

Mama Gucci's serves up great homestyle Italian cuisine. Featuring delicious pastas, salads, sandwiches & pizzas. Open daily for lunch. 1157 6th Ave San Diego, CA 92101 (619) 338-0400.

www.thepalm.com - The Palm specializes in cuisine from the founders' native Parma, Italy. The Palm is been renowned not only for its authentic Italian food, steaks & seafood, but also for its saloon-like atmosphere and the trademark walls covered with the classic cartoons and the light hearted caricature portraits of national celebrity regulars and the local elite of business, sports, society and politics. 615 J Street San Diego, CA 92101 (619) 702-6500

Mexican

www.candelas-sd.com - Candelas-Alta Cocina blends "Mexico City" flavors, sophisticated Mexican cuisine and an ultra romantic ambience to make for an unbelievable fine dining experience. 416 3rd Ave San Diego, CA 92101 (619) 232-4242

www.diningonfifth.com - La Fiesta has fantastic Mexican fare influenced by many of the diverse Mexican regions. Featuring traditional dishes and contemporary flavors that will impress the most discerning palette. Fresh seafood, full bar, specialty margaritas & a wonderful atmosphere make La Fiesta a "can't miss" experience. 628 5th Ave San Diego, CA 92101 (619) 232-4242

Spanish

www.olemadrid.com - Ole Madrid is famous for its amazing Spanish & Mediterranean cuisine. Start your evening with dinner, catch the flamenco show, & stay for dancing at the nightclub. 755 5th Ave San Diego, CA 92101 (619) 557-0146

Seafood

www.aquabluseafood.com - Aqua Blu Seafood marries fresh seafood and Pacifc Rim flavors to create delicious fusion cuisine. This "fusion seafood bistro" mixes seasonal ingredients, Asian flavors and the daily catch to bring unique and delectable cuisine. 734 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101 (619) 544-6456

www.diningonfifth.com - Ocean Room-Oyster Bar & Lounge brings extraordinary seafood to downtown San Diego. With a reputation for the freshest seafood around, the Ocean Room has become a locals' favorite. A large variety of specialty oysters, pan roasts & signature dishes, set in the Historic Gaslamp Quarter. 630 5th Ave San Diego, CA 92101

www.osetrafishhouse.com - Osetra the Fishouse is a unique San Diego dining expeience, offering the finest fresh seafood & caviar, oyster bar, & prime aged steaks. Guests love the food, but are amazed with the extensive wine collection. Osetra's 3 story wine rack tower is serviced by one of a kind "wine fairies" that "fly" up and down retrieve bottles. 904 5th Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 (619) 239-1800

Steakhouses

www.greystonethesteakhouse.com - Greystone the Steakhouse is the Gaslamp Quarter's premier restaurant for delicious USDA prime aged steaks, fresh seafood and pasta. A fantastic wine selection and elegant atmosphere make this a must for even the most discerning diner. 658 5th Ave San Diego, CA 92101 (619) 232-0225

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