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1. Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - San Diego, CA | Scripps Ranch

4.5

Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Scripps Ranch

Booked 12 times today

Founded in Tokyo in 1996, Gyu-Kaku has become the world’s #1 Japanese BBQ brand! Thanks to our devoted fans we have reached over 700 locations worldwide. Each day, hundreds of thousands of people gather around the table-top smokeless grill, a centerpiece of our dining concept, enjoying selections of premium meats, just off the grill, and other freshly prepared foods from our kitchens, inspiring laughter, conversation, and a magical dining experience.Our authentic yakiniku (grilled barbeque) dining experience crowns you the chef. Share a variety of delicious appetizers and premium cooked meats over a flaming grill, paired with Japanese sake, frosty cold beers, or other alcoholic and non-alcoholic options of your choice. We're the perfect spot to enjoy time with friends and family, organize an office party, or to spend quality time with your significant other! Before you go, don't forget to taste our best-seller Harami Skirt Steak or Prime Kalbi Short Rib among other must-try dishes!

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2. Buca di Beppo - Mira Mesa

4.0

Excellent(863)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Mira Mesa

Booked 18 times today

Just off the Interstate 15 Express, near the Legacy Apartment Homes, in the Mira Mesa Market Center, your Mira Mesa, CA Buca is ready to serve you all your favorite Italian specialties for lunch or dinner all week long. Our chefs create delicious, authentic Italian pastas, entrees, and pizzas and our attentive staff serves them up family style.

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3. Ballast Point Brewing Company

4.6

Exceptional(1190)

Price: Moderate

• Pub • La Jolla

Booked 2 times today

Get ready to spend the day with us! A must-see in San Diego, our restaurant is an impressive sight, featuring a sprawling indoor/outdoor dining area, a patio complete with a fire pit, patio games, and a merchandise area. We look forward to welcoming you! Starting January 1st we will be offering full service dining starting at 5pm Tuesday-Saturday, QR and counter service will be available all day! Our tasting room bar area offers open seating, so drop by and join us for our full menu available throughout the restaurant, and our kitchen closes 1 hour prior to our closing time.

4. Public House 131

4.9

Exceptional(38)

Price: Moderate

• American • Scripps Ranch

Booked 9 times today

Welcome to Public House 131 our Chef Shahob Pourteymoor has designed a menu full of your pub favorites all made from scratch in house and sourced locally whenever possible or when seasons allow. We are located in beautiful Scripps Ranch and offer a wonderful outdoor dining experience. Our Craft cocktails are our specialty and our tap list includes close to 20 local San Diego beers.

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5. Harney Sushi Poway

4.8

Exceptional(49)

Price: Moderate

• Sushi • Poway / Rancho Bernardo

Experience the taste of high quality sushi with a trendy Neo-Asian inspired décor. Harney stands as the top sushi bar and dining destination in San Diego. It's as fresh and innovative as you desire. Here, the spirit of experimentation mingles with joyful revelry, where top-notch dining expertise meets vibrant charm and flair. Our establishment features a private VIP area and an array of over 30 specialty rolls crafted and named by devoted fans. It's a symphony for your taste buds, nourishment for your soul. Since 2001, we take pride in presenting our award-winning, sustainable sushi cuisine rooted in Southern California.

6. Brigantine Poway

4.6

Exceptional(1245)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Poway / Rancho Bernardo

Booked 10 times today

In keeping with the Brigantine tradition of excellence, The Poway Brigantine features a generous assortment of appetizers on their widely popular "Share" menu. An abundant selection of fresh seafood and grilled meats round out the rest of the offerings.Newly redesigned at the end of 2006, The Poway Brigantine boasts a lively and contemporary atmosphere, unlike anything else in the area. Whether you're joining us for lunch, dinner, or happy hour, The Brig's casual and unpretentious atmosphere makes it the perfect everyday restaurant.With separate areas for private dining, The Brigantine is also an ideal place to make business connections, or celebrate special occasions with family and friends.Start your own community tradition and Meet Me at The Brig.

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7. Vittorio's Italian Restaurant- San Diego

4.8

Exceptional(646)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Carmel Valley

Booked 11 times today

Vittorio's Italian Restaurant is a fun place to be with its welcoming ambience and fabulous food. Reviews consistently mention the excellent service, extensive menu, and great value. Customers enjoy the friendly and family-style atmosphere, and many plan to return. One reviewer even called it 'a great vibe for Family gatherings or Date night.'

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8. Addison By William Bradley

4.8

Exceptional(1884)

Price: Very Expensive

• Californian • Del Mar

Booked 17 times today

Addison Restaurant is an absolute treat, providing an experience beyond just dining. It's a feast for all senses with its Californian gastronomy, blending Japanese, French, and Mexican influences. Reviewers rave about the 'edible art', 'beautiful ballet' of service, and 'incredible' food, highlighting its 'impeccable' and 'friendly' service. This three-star Michelin restaurant is not just a meal, but an experience that leaves you in awe.

9. Barbarella

4.3

Awesome(839)

Price: Moderate

• European • La Jolla

Booked 30 times today

Barbarella is a fun and vibrant restaurant that's perfect for a special occasion or a casual get-together. Reviewers rave about the festive ambiance, unique cocktails, and excellent food. The outdoor seating is a hit too. One review mentioned the decorations and seating were 'fun', while another loved the 'al fresco dining at its most fun'. It's definitely a place where you can enjoy a yummy meal and a great atmosphere.

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10. Javier's - La Jolla

4.6

Exceptional(3539)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • La Jolla

Booked 109 times today

Javier's in La Jolla is a super fun place! It's not just about the food, which reviewers rave is 'delicious', 'excellent' and 'made with love'. It's about the vibe too. The restaurant has an 'inviting yet sophisticated atmosphere' and is 'hip and has a cool vibe'. It's the kind of place where you can 'dress up or dress down'. The service is also praised for being 'attentive', 'knowledgeable', and 'excellent'. So, it's not just the food, it's the whole experience that's enjoyable at Javier's!

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Aaron
San Diego •14 reviews
4.0
Dined 3 days ago
This was our second visit and we'll keep coming back. I had the loco moco, which may be my favorite entree. It's simply delicious. My wife had a burger - I don't recall which one - but she enjoyed it and she is very particular about burgers. There are several other entrees I'd like to try on future visits. The hostess greeted us warmly and our server took great care of us. This is a good place to watch sports if that's your thing.
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Public House 131Price: Moderate• American• Scripps Ranch
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4.9
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CindyVIP
San Diego •11 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
We went for Xmas dinner. Love everything about this eatery! Meat selection was quality and generous. Service was fast and attentive. Highly recommend making reservations so there’s no wait. We were seated right away. I would come again and again.
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Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - San Diego, CA | Scripps RanchPrice: Expensive• Japanese• Scripps Ranch
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4.5
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Linda
Los Angeles •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
We love making reservations for the holidays. Great ambiance, good food, and always excellent service. The staff is very attentive and friendly! Our chicken dish needed to be crispy but we declined on getting another dish. The waiter brought a new one anyway. And we got to keep the other dish, which was just fine at no charge. I always tip big to give the server a smile on their face. They remember me when I come back.
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Buca di Beppo - Mira MesaPrice: Moderate• Italian• Mira Mesa
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4
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Suzanne
San Diego •13 reviews
5.0
Dined on 14 Dec 2024
So yummy! I love that it wasn’t slammed & the servers weren’t hurried.
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Harney Sushi PowayPrice: Moderate• Sushi• Poway / Rancho Bernardo
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4.8
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In-Sung
San Diego •1 review
5.0
Dined on 26 Nov 2024
Food was exceptional! Planning to come back with entire family.
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Ballast Point Brewing CompanyPrice: Moderate• Pub• La Jolla
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4.6

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1. Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - San Diego, CA | Scripps Ranch

2. Buca di Beppo - Mira Mesa

3. Ballast Point Brewing Company

4. Public House 131

5. Harney Sushi Poway

6. Brigantine Poway

7. Vittorio's Italian Restaurant- San Diego

8. Addison By William Bradley

9. Barbarella

10. Javier's - La Jolla

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