American Restaurants in San Diego

American Restaurants

Restaurants Overview
Name Price/
Cuisine
Location
 
101 Cafe
A diner dating back to 1928 is both a local hangout and the headquarters...
$
Cuisine, American
Oceanside
 
1500 Ocean
The fine-dining restaurant at Hotel Del Coronado, right on the...

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$$$$
Cuisine, American
Coronado
 
A. R. Valentien
Known for his insistence on in-season, fresh-today produce and...
$$$$
Cuisine, American
La Jolla
 
Anthology
Executive chef Todd Allison seeks to create fare that's as finely...
$$
Cuisine, American
Little Italy
 
The Arches
Set right on the edge of the Borrego Springs Golf Course, this...
$
Cuisine, American
Borrego Springs
 
Argyle Steakhouse
Even if you don't play golf, the Argyle, occupying the Aviara...
$$$$
Cuisine, American
Carlsbad
 
Ave 5
In a brick-walled space that feels a bit like an art gallery...

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$$
Cuisine, American
Bankers Hill
 
Bankers Hill
The living wall of succulents on the front patio hints at Bankers...
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Cuisine, American
Bankers Hill
 
Big Kitchen Cafe
It't got a big heart and big breakfasts, but otherwise this Golden...
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Cuisine, American
Bankers Hill
 
Bistro West
This busy spot, part of the West Inn complex, might be called...

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Cuisine, American
Carlsbad
 
Brockton Villa
One of the few restaurants with a view that's also worth eating...
$$
Cuisine, American
La Jolla
 
Carlee's Bar & Grill
This local watering hole seems to collect characters ranging...
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Cuisine, American
Borrego Springs
 
Cody's La Jolla
Cody's serves up a delicious slice of ocean view along with American...
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Cuisine, American
La Jolla
 
Coronado Brewing Company
The carefully crafted beers, such as the Islander Pale Ale (IPA)...
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Cuisine, American
Coronado
 
D'Carlos
The parking lot in front of D'Carlos is always full, a sure sign...
$$
Cuisine, American
Ramona
 
Elijah's
You don't go to a deli for the atmosphere, you for the food...
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Cuisine, American
La Jolla
 
George's at the Cove
La Jolla's oceanfront destination restaurant includes three dining...
$$$$
Cuisine, American
La Jolla
 
Goldfish Point Cafe
The menu at the Goldfish Point Cafe is very light—limited...
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Cuisine, American
La Jolla
 
Hash House A Go Go
Expect to wait an hour or more for weekend breakfast at this...
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Cuisine, American
Hillcrest
 
Hodad's
No, it's not a flashback. The 1960s live on at this fabulously...
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Cuisine, American
Ocean Beach
 
Island Prime and C Level
This sizable eatery on the shore of Harbor Island is two restaurants...

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$$$$
Cuisine, American
San Diego
 
Jimmy's Famous American Tavern
Jimmy's is a standout in the wave of recent gastropubs, and while...
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Cuisine, American
Point Loma
 
JK Burgers & Hot Dogs
If you're looking for a good messy burger or a hot dog with all...
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Cuisine, American
La Jolla
 
JRDN
With some 300 seats, this ocean-facing restaurant (pronounced...

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$$$
Cuisine, American
Pacific Beach
 
Jsix
Creative and carefully prepared seafood reigns on this menu that...

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$$
Cuisine, American
Gaslamp Quarter
 
Julian Pie Company
The apple pies that made Julian famous come from the Smothers...
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Cuisine, Cafe, American
Julian
 
Kono's Surf Club Café
Kono's in Pacific Beach lures the locals with an outdoor patio...
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Cuisine, American
Pacific Beach
 
Krazy Coyote Bar & Grill/Red Ocotillo
Two popular restaurants provide a nice choice at the Palms at...
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Cuisine, American
Borrego Springs
 
The Linkery
The menu at this earthy farm-to-table-style restaurant reads...
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Cuisine, American
North Park
 
Market Restaurant + Bar
Carl Schroeder, one of California's hottest young chefs, draws...

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Cuisine, American
Del Mar
 
Marketplace Deli
Don't be put off by the retro sign out front, the Marketplace...
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Cuisine, American
Bankers Hill
 
The Mission
With its simple but hearty café food, the Mission is a...
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Cuisine, American
East Village
 
Mr. Peabody's Burgers & Ale
Burgers and beer are an unbeatable combination anywhere, but...
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Cuisine, American
Mission Valley
 
Neighborhood
There's no ketchup in the house—the young owners (inspired...
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Cuisine, American
East Village
 
Nine-Ten
In the sleek, contemporary dining room that occupies the ground...

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$$$$
Cuisine, American
La Jolla
 
Prepkitchen
If you're looking for a less expensive La Jolla option, head...
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Cuisine, American
La Jolla
 
Ricky's Restaurant
Chain restaurants haven't driven out all of San Diego's old-line...
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Cuisine, American
Mission Valley
 
Searsucker
The much-hyped first restaurant from Top Chef finalist Brian...

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$$$
Cuisine, American
Gaslamp Quarter
 
Sessions Public
From the short rib sliders, duck confit Thai summer rolls, and...
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Cuisine, American
Point Loma
 
Sheerwater
This casual but pricey all-day dining room is the primary restaurant...
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Cuisine, American
Coronado
 
Starlite
This trendy 21-and-over establishment attracts a diverse and...

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Cuisine, American
Old Town
 
Tender Greens
"Farm-fresh ingredients served up with little fuss" is the ethos...
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Cuisine, American
Point Loma
 
The Zodiac
Men like to lunch at this elegant room in the luxurious Neiman...
$
Cuisine, American
Mission Valley
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