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#51
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Pacific Beach AleHouse

San Diego, California

American restaurant

2-story beachfront pub popular with locals for house-brewed beer, pub grub & patio people-watching.

86.5
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#52
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Bushfire Kitchen - Del Mar

San Diego, California

American restaurant

Service options: Outdoor seating, No-contact delivery, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great beer selection.

86.5
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#53
Moody restaurant interior with polished service

Caliente Mexican Food

San Diego, California

Mexican restaurant

Stylish destination for Mexican fare like carnitas tacos & camarones a la diablo with patio seating.

86.5
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#54
Chef-led tasting counter framed in warm wood

Islands

San Diego, California

American restaurant

Beachy gourmet burger chain also serving beer & tropical drinks in laid-back surroundings.

86.4
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#55
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Birdseye Rooftop Restaurant and Bar

San Diego, California

Restaurant

Service options: Outdoor seating, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Great wine list.

86.4
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#56
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Kensington Cafe

San Diego, California

American restaurant

Easygoing American restaurant with a dog-friendly patio serving classic American eats.

86.3
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#57
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Denny's Restaurant

San Diego, California

Restaurant

Casual diner chain dishing up classic American comfort fare, including all-day breakfast favorites.

86.3
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#58
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Lou & Mickey's

San Diego, California

Steak house

Smart surf 'n' turf joint known for steakhouse staples & tropical cocktails, plus an outdoor patio.

86.3
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#59
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The Promiscuous Fork

San Diego, California

New American restaurant

Trendy eatery offering hip foodies an innovative menu along with wine & craft beer.

86.3
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#60
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WaBa Grill

San Diego, California

Asian fusion restaurant

Teriyaki bowls with chicken, steak, shrimp & vegetables star at this relaxed, counter-serve cafe.

86.3
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#61
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Osteria Panevino

San Diego, California

Italian restaurant

Warm brick-lined locals' spot pairs refined Italian fare with a vast wine list, plus a patio.

86.3
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#62
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Mama Cella's

San Diego, California

Italian restaurant

Casual, family-owned kitchen offering thin-crust pizzas, red-sauce pastas & hand-rolled meatballs.

86.2
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#63
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Bull's Smokin' BBQ

San Diego, California

Barbecue restaurant

Acclaimed for hefty portions of slow-cooked BBQ & homestyle sides in a Western-style saloon setting.

86.2
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#64
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Wonderland Ocean Pub

San Diego, California

Bar & grill

This relaxed bar with lots of windows features ocean views, sports on TV & a full food menu.

86.2
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#65
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BoujieMana

San Diego, California

Mediterranean restaurant

Service options: Outdoor seating, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great cocktails, Great coffee, Great dessert, Great wine list.

86.2
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#66
Chef-led tasting counter framed in warm wood

Sandwich Emporium

San Diego, California

Sandwich shop

Brick-lined eatery with a wide selection of sandwiches, wraps & breakfast dishes.

86.2
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#67
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Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar

San Diego, California

Fine dining restaurant

High-end steakhouse chain with aged prime beef & classics such as lobster tails.

86.1
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#68
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The Corner Drafthouse

San Diego, California

Bar & grill

Cozy local hangout with a wraparound patio serving gastropub fare & Southern California brews.

86.1
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#69
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GARAGE Kitchen + Bar

San Diego, California

American restaurant

Buzzy joint in a historic building, offering burgers, ribs, pizzas, and happy hour deals.

86.0
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#70
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Panama 66

San Diego, California

Bar & grill

This casual American eatery situated within Balboa Park serves up hot & cold sandwiches plus beer.

86.0
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#71
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Operacaffe

San Diego, California

Italian restaurant

Tuscan & Florentine cooking by a husband-wife team at this warm eatery with sidewalk seating.

86.0
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#72
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Pacific Beach Fish Shop

San Diego, California

Seafood restaurant

Cheery restaurant serving fresh fish & seafood in tacos, sandwiches & salads, with local microbrews.

85.9
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#73
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Georgia's Greek Cuisine

San Diego, California

Greek restaurant

Classic Greek fare such as kebabs & moussaka served with Greek & California wines in a cheery space.

85.9
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#74
Refined sushi or chef counter interior

Burger Deck

San Diego, California

Restaurant

Service options: Outdoor seating, Curbside pickup, No-contact delivery, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service. Popular for.

85.8
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#75
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Bombay Coast Indian Cuisine

San Diego, California

Indian restaurant

Snug but popular standby inside a strip mall has basic Indian dishes & a selection of combo plates.

85.8
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