Best Restaurants for Outdoor Dining in Encanto

61 restaurants available nearby

A photo of The Prado at Balboa Park restaurant

1. The Prado at Balboa Park

4.6

Exceptional(7900)

Price: Moderate

• Californian • Downtown

Booked 67 times today

Located in San Diego's Balboa Park, in the Historic House of Hospitality, The Prado offers historic charm and California cuisine.

2. Buona Forchetta

4.6

Exceptional(853)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • South Park

Booked 75 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.

3. CUCINA urbana

4.7

Exceptional(7102)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Banker's Hill

Booked 41 times today

We are a wine shop inside of a restaurant | Dining and design form the perfect union at San Diego's highly acclaimed CUCINA urbana, a California-inspired Italian kitchen and wine shop, located in the heart of Bankers Hill since 2009. The restaurant boasts comfort and familiarity, welcoming diners to a country farmhouse with the added whimsy of a contemporary art installation.CUCINA urbana is the originator of the CUCINA retail wine program where each dedicated shop allows guests to hand select wines at a retail price, either to enjoy with their meal for a minimal corkage fee or for purchase to-go. The wine list is comprised of many familiar labels as well as rare and small-batch gems, with an emphasis on Italian varietals.

4. Wormwood

4.8

Exceptional(803)

Price: Very Expensive

• French • North Park

Booked 9 times today

Wormwood invites you to explore a bygone era when poets, writers, and painters found inspiration in the Green Fairy. Discover fine Absinthes as we share stories of its golden age and guide your palate on a unique journey.Our restaurant blends French elegance with bohemian charm, creating a cozy haven for food lovers. Each dish, from wagyu tartare to fresh oysters, celebrates local flavors and craftsmanship. Experience curated tastes of our coastal region with passion and finesse.We offer French wines and unique cocktails with a twist on classics. Every meal and drink promises adventure and cherished memories. Discover the fusion of past and present where dining is an unparalleled experience.Enjoy our three dining areas: a cozy indoor space with an open kitchen, an enchanting patio for serene outdoor dining, and the Secret Garden, a speakeasy bar with a unique cocktail menu and Green Hour. We also host private events, from dinners to weddings, ensuring every occasion is memorable.

5. KINDRED

4.7

Exceptional(211)

Price: Expensive

• Vegetarian / Vegan • South Park

Booked 30 times today

Equal parts evil lair and Victorian cocktail salon, KINDRED has transfixed and beguiledall who step into its portal, with whimsical eccentricity, world class vegan dishes, and ambitiously inventive cocktails.Since opening its doors in late 2015 in the enchanting neighborhood of South Park, SanDiego, KINDRED has garnered recognition which transcends its plant-based credo,heralded as one of the city's premier dining institutions. It has been named EATER SanDiego's and San Diego Magazine's Restaurant Of The Year, topped Zagat San Diego'sMost Important Restaurant Openings, and earned an Orchid Award for interiordesign from the San Diego Architectural Foundation. KINDRED was also named within the Food Network's list of the best vegan restaurants in the country, was voted the Best Vegan Bar in the U.S. by VegNews magazine, and received regional honors from the Tales Of The Cocktail Foundation for Best Restaurant Bar in the West.

6. Ciccia Osteria

4.7

Exceptional(177)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Barrio Logan

Booked 28 times today

Nestled in Barrio Logan, San Diego, Ciccia Osteria is a charming Italian restaurant that invites guests on a culinary journey through Italy. With its warm ambiance, attentive service, and exquisite cuisine, Ciccia Osteria is a beloved destination. Notably, it has won the Michelin Guide Bib Gourmand award in 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024Entering Ciccia Osteria, guests are transported to Italy's bustling trattorias. The cozy interior, with small tables, exposed brick walls, and soft lighting, creates an intimate atmosphere perfect for any occasion.Committed to the finest ingredients and traditional techniques, Ciccia Osteria offers handmade pastas, succulent seafood, and tender meats, ensuring an unforgettable dining experience. The curated wine list features Italian and California wines to pair with the menu.Under Chef Mario Cassineri's guidance, Ciccia Osteria is more than a restaurant—it's a destination where guests can savor authentic Italian cuisine and create lasting memories.

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7. Alexander's on 30th

4.8

Exceptional(3084)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • North Park

Booked 39 times today

Neighborhood gem located in the heart of the Historic North Park District, adjoining Balboa Park and the world famous San Diego Zoo. Specializing in homestyle Italian with Gourmet Flair. Hand made Pastas, Award Winning Pizza and Voted Best of Restaurants by San Diego Magazine "Most Romantic". Listed as Top 25 Places to Eat in San Diego "Before You Die" by San Diego Union Tribune. Make memorable celebrations on our beautiful patio, the perfect ambiance for any occasion. Remember to try our diners favorites, The Theodore's Fix Pizza and Baked Vodka Bolognese.Look forward to serving you soon!

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8. Albert's Restaurant - San Diego Zoo

4.6

Exceptional(2687)

Price: Expensive

• International • North Park

Booked 59 times today

Located in the heart of the San Diego Zoo, Albert’s offers full-service dining where you can enjoy deck seating with the ambiance of a tropical waterfall. Patio seating not guaranteed!The menu features a variety of unique dishes including seafood specialties, a variety of entrees, salads, sandwiches, and children’s options. Join us for Weekend Brunch on Saturdays and Sundays from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm.Valid San Diego Zoo Membership or admission ticket is required to dine in Alberts Restaurant.18% Gratuity charge to be added to checks for parties of 7 or more. Due to spacing restrictions, we cannot accommodate strollers inside the restaurant or on our patio, stroller parking is located right outside of Albert's Restaurant.

9. Bleu Boheme

4.8

Exceptional(3547)

Price: Expensive

• French • Kensington

Booked 9 times today

"World travel and its pleasures; items brought back from different places for décors; great stories shared with others; and very importantly, simple, yet delicious recipes from different cultures. Our mission is humble. It is simply for people coming to our restaurant to be transported around the world, and to travel with us for an evening, to a place of well-being and happiness."Bleu Bohème is designed to create a feeling of France's past generations. It mixes the Bohemian and artistic free spirited left bank of Paris with the roots and tradition of the rural areas. Bleu Bohème is a neighborhood restaurant that serves accessible, affordable and comforting French cuisine.

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10. Giardino Neighborhood Cucina

4.8

Exceptional(1065)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Lemon Grove

Booked 15 times today

Located in the middle of Lemon Grove’s charming downtown area, Giardino is a welcoming and casual Italian inspired cucina where the neighborhood gathers for fresh and flavorful classic dishes found throughout Italy.Giardino offers an Italian-inspired menu of seasonally-driven dishes that use timeless Italian techniques and fresh ingredients. Guests will find items such as fresh seafood, pastas, pizzas and salads, as well as a variety of elements made in-house.

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ErikVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Wonderful food and mocktails. Everything was amazing AND vegan/alcohol free. It did not feel like depriving of an experience at all. I enjoy every time I come here. This evening featured the hot potato’s, charred remains, the abba burger (Swedish meatball inspired) as well as the warlock. Everything was tasty and fresh tasting and the cocktails were so much more than juice and bubbly water. They were fantastically balanced and flavorful and what I was missing.
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KINDREDPrice: Expensive• Vegetarian / Vegan• South Park
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4.7
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Brooke
Seattle / Eastern Washington •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
A perfect experience. From the ambiance on the back patio, the great service from Joe, Eduardo, the sommelier and the busser to the amazing food! Everything was amazing. Truly a treat to dine here. Thank you to the whole staff
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WormwoodPrice: Very Expensive• French• North Park
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4.8
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Shea
San Diego •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Server was super nice and sociable, gave great recommendations for both food and places to visit after our meal. Ambience was wonderful, not too loud but didn’t feel empty either. Great food and experience overall. Would recommended the fried layered potato.
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The Prado at Balboa ParkPrice: Moderate• Californian• Downtown
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4.6
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LynnVIP
Pittsburgh / Western PA •21 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
One of my favorite places in San Diego that remains at the top Of its game after many years. The wine marketplace has great selections as does the wine menu. Food is exquisite- from the squash blossom appetizer, beet, persimmon and burrata salad to our entrees- wild mushroom ravioli and whole branzino. Service is impeccable. It can get a bit noisy but love the vibe
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CUCINA urbanaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Banker's Hill
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4.7
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Melissa
Washington, D.C. Area •3 reviews
4.0
Dined on 12 Dec 2024
Love the food here! Sat at the enclosed outdoor patio. Lost a star due to multiple servers forgetting to provide the complimentary bread despite being asked. Good spot for families
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Buona ForchettaPrice: Moderate• Italian• South Park
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4.6

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61 restaurants available nearby

1. The Prado at Balboa Park

2. Buona Forchetta

3. CUCINA urbana

4. Wormwood

5. KINDRED

6. Ciccia Osteria

7. Alexander's on 30th

8. Albert's Restaurant - San Diego Zoo

9. Bleu Boheme

10. Giardino Neighborhood Cucina

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