
Where to eat in San Diego
Our hand-selected list of recommended restaurants|breweries|bars
We think of food as an integral part of the travel experience. It's the #1 asked question from our guests - where is a good place to eat? - and we are happy to oblige in answering that question. Below is our most recommended places to eat, drink, and enjoy.
Asian Food

Best Dumplings: Dumpling Inn
Casual Chinese food with a great bar. Chinese favorites like chow fun, salt and pepper chicken wings and fried rice are really great. If the line is too long, you can skip the line and sit at the bar for the full menu. Note: Shanghai Saloon is the bar located inside Dumpling Inn. You can order from the full menu at the bar and enjoy their signature cocktails.

Best Japanese: Taisho
Specialty yakitori place with barely 10 seats. You must put your name down outside and wait until you are invited in by the wait staff. However, the wait is well worth it as you will get expertly grilled morsels of meat and veggies brushed with house sauces. Highly recommend if you want to experience an authentic yakitori experience.
Fine Dining
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Italian Food

Best Pasta: Cucina Sorella/Urbana
It's a group of family restaurants. In San Diego, they have a couple of locations (Banker's Hill, Kensington). The pasta is really what shines here - handmade and really fresh. There will be a line on the weekend, so either call ahead for reservations or sit at the bar to skip the line. I've tried both locations and they are equally great. The one in Kensington (Sorella) has a more family feel to it.
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Mexican Food

Best Street Tacos: Los Reyes