More of San Diego's Standout Tables

Deli serving a long list of sandwiches, burgers, salads & breakfast items beside the San Diego Bay.

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

No-frills Mexican counter-serve joint featuring Tijuana tacos, mulas, loaded fries & more.

Modern, cafeteria-style chain serving area-sourced, globally influenced plates, sandwiches & salads.

Breezy, basic sports bar draws crowds for beer selection, unique pub fare & buzzy beachfront patio.

Storied neighborhood nook & bake shop preparing jumbo cinnamon rolls & other American comfort fare.

Airy locale specializing in Japanese tapas & craft cocktails with dramatic, edgy decor.

Service options: Outdoor seating, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility.

Overlooking a historic park, this Mexican cantina offers outdoor dining in a lovely garden.

Seafood market since 1974 offers just-caught cuts to-go or prepared on a sandwich, taco or salad.

Cheery chain serving all-day breakfast, including Mexican dishes, plus sandwiches & burgers.

Service options: Outdoor seating, Curbside pickup, Delivery, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Fireplace, Sports. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner.

Cozy pub in a renovated bungalow offering creative burgers & many beers from all over the world.

Service options: Curbside pickup, Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Serves local specialty, Sports. Popular for: Lunch.

Upscale chain for aged prime beef, seafood & other traditional steakhouse fare in a clubby space.

Local chain serving Mediterranean food with inventive wraps, bowls, plates & signature sauces.

Go-to for Californian cuisine & craft cocktails, plus occasional live music among a deco design.

This intimate restaurant serves classic Thai dishes such as green curry, spicy basil & tom yum soup.

Casual eatery serving a menu of Japanese-Italian fusion in a simple setting with sidewalk seating.

Deli-cafe featuring breakfast & lunch sandwiches & light fare in casual digs with outdoor seating.

Artisanal burgers, pints & sides in a kitschy, wood-heavy setting with a New Zealand motif.

Casual spot famous for its hefty portions of pancakes, baked omelets & crêpes in a basic setting.

Low-key Mexican fast-food chain featuring a menu of classic eats & a drive-thru.

Cavernous sports bar filled with TVs & lounge areas, plus basic pub grub, Ping-Pong & big beer menu.

LGBT-friendly bar serves quirky cocktails & American comfort food amid female-inspired decor.