Best Casual Restaurants in South Park

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East CountySan Diego

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Banker's HillBarrio LoganBay ParkChula Vista / BonitaCollege AreaCoronado

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Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

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1. Buona Forchetta

4.7

Exceptional(896)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • South Park

Booked 96 times today

Buona Forchetta started in 2011 as a craving of Matteo’s to bring some of his native Italy to our adopted home of South Park. We found the perfect corner and built the perfect oven. Since then, we’ve strived to deliver an exceptional and authentic Italian experience to our customers keeping our focus on the simple recipes that Matteo grew up on. We owe a huge “grazie” to our neighbors who have joined us on this awesome journey, and we hope that you will continue to be part of our story.

2. MOTHERSHIP

4.7

Exceptional(409)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Tapas / Small Plates • North Park

Booked 54 times today

Tropical space adventure in South Park! Exotic cocktails. Interplanetary fusion small plates. Named Best Bars In America by Esquire Magazine. Reservations offer 90-minute experience like no other, venturing towards the outer limits of the tropical flavor galaxy! WALK INS WELCOME - Walk-in tables are available daily. Early arrival is encouraged and there is a paging system in the event of a waitlist.

3. C-Level

4.7

Exceptional(5100)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Cocktail Bar • Downtown

Booked 102 times today

Resting on stilts atop San Diego By C Level Lounge, is an upscale-casual lounge on the waterfront overlooking the city skyline and Coronado.

4. Barbusa

4.6

Exceptional(4381)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Little Italy

Booked 86 times today

Barbusa Local Modern Sicilian Restaurant.Lively atmosphere with our craft cocktails, handmade pastas, freshest seafood, delicate pizza, and our famous Sicilian Ribeye.Pizza Served from our stone fired oven.Gluten free and Vegan Items AvailableWHILE WE VALUE THE TIME OF ALL OUR LOYAL GUEST AND SMILING FACES, WE KINDLY REQUEST YOU LIMIT THE TIME SPENT AT YOUR TABLE TO 1 HOUR AND 30 MIN DUE TO MANDATED REDUCTION IN CAPACITY. THANK YOU FOR YOUR UNDERSTANDING AND SUPPORT, WE COULDNT BE MORE THRILLED TO HAVE YOU DINE WITH US!

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5. Ironside Fish & Oyster

4.6

Exceptional(4642)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Little Italy

Booked 85 times today

Little Italy was built by the fishing industry. Ironside attempts to continue that narrative. It's our contemporary interpretation of the classic fish house and oyster bar. Located in a historic auction house on India St we did a full comprehensive restoration of the building, with three open-air culinary hubs featuring an expansive raw bar, chefs table, and bakery. We tried to be mindful of the past while looking towards the future. Groups of 6 or more will be charged an automatic 20% gratuity. A 4% surcharge will be added to all guest checks.Ironside is now taking reservations for patio and dining room seating. We are now offering Happy Hour MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY FROM 3:00PM - 5:00PM.

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6. The Henry - Coronado

4.8

Exceptional(2607)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Coronado

Booked 131 times today

Welcome to the greatest neighborhood restaurant, a place where you can always count on a warm welcome from baristas, servers and bartenders who know your order by heart. A fusion of industrial and classical influences, our open dining spaces are bursting with charm and energy. Come and go with ease for your morning coffee, enjoy lunch with a colleague, gather the family together for dinner, or treat yourself to a post-work drink at the bar. For craveable eats and downright delicious cocktails, look no further than a place where you'll always be among friends, a place that feels like home: The Henry.

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7. Vincenzo Cucina & Lounge

4.0

Excellent(305)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Little Italy

Booked 19 times today

Founder and restaurateur, Vincenzo Loverso, invites guests to savor a groundbreaking experience at San Diego’s first ever cheese wheel bar. This unique concept will invite guests to sit at a one of a kind cheese wheel pasta bar (reservation only) in the heart of San Diego.Located on the best corner of Little Italy (India & Date St), step into the modern chic restaurant as the sight and smell of irresistible Italian flavors ignite your senses.

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8. Water Grill - San Diego

4.7

Exceptional(3669)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Downtown

Booked 88 times today

Located steps away from Petco Park and the San Diego Convention Center in the heart of Gaslamp District in downtown San Diego, Water Grill San Diego is an iconic seafood destination to enjoy the first catch of the season and a deep variety of fish, lobsters, crabs, oysters and shellfish on a robust menu that changes daily. New product arrives from boat-to-table in a matter of hours from our exclusive seafood distribution company and our chef’s preparations allow the high-quality product to shine. Consistently rated as one of San Diego’s top seafood restaurants, Water Grill San Diego also offers multiple, customizable private dining options for business meetings and special events.

9. Roman Wolves

4.5

Awesome(385)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Italian • Little Italy

Booked 61 times today

"Roman Wolves is more than a bar and restaurant; it's a celebration of epicurean tapestry of what Italians call the Eternal City" said Nino Cusimano. "We've created our own take on the enduring essence of Rome's legacy and it's significant historical, cultural, and culinary impacts on the Italian food scene"

10. Botanica

4.6

Exceptional(51)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Cocktail Bar • North Park

Booked 10 times today

Botanica is a craft cocktail bar offering an exquisite selection of unique cocktails inspired by classic paintings. Our sexy and inviting space is perfect for enjoying artfully crafted drinks paired with delectable small bites. Step into our lounge and experience a fusion of artistic elegance and sophisticated flavors.

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HebaVIP
San Diego •2 reviews
5.0
Dined today
Love the place and food. Music is bit loud though
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BarbusaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Little Italy
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4.6
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MelindaVIP
Seattle / Eastern Washington •4 reviews
5.0
Dined today
pretty cool place. mostly a bar but had good vegetarian food and good drinks
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MOTHERSHIPPrice: Moderate• Tapas / Small Plates• North Park
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4.7
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SheriVIP
Virginia •6 reviews
5.0
Dined today
Amazing Views of the City and Coronado Bridge. Food was Delicious. Service Outstanding!
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C-LevelPrice: Expensive• Cocktail Bar• Downtown
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4.7
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KaraVIP
Las Vegas •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Amazing food! Focaccia and Eva pizza were excellent. Also, their salads are so fresh a nd tasty as a starter or side! Our friends had gnocchi with their Buona Forchetta sauce and would recommend. My kids also love, love, love their fresh fettuccini noodle with butter. Simple but delicious! 😆 Such a warm, cozy experience and great service!
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Buona ForchettaPrice: Moderate• Italian• South Park
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4.7
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RichardVIP
Charlotte •92 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Wonderful place to relax and enjoy great seafood and drink, in an otherwise busy and crowded area.
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Ironside Fish & OysterPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Little Italy
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4.6

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