Best Restaurants for Birthdays in Serra Mesa

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AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodFrenchMexican

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East CountyNorth San DiegoSan Diego

Areas

Banker's HillBarrio LoganCoronadoDel MarDowntownHillcrest

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CharmingDog-friendlyFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasions

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Gender-neutral restroomWheelchair access

99 restaurants available nearby

1. insideOUT

4.7

Exceptional(2421)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Californian • Hillcrest

Booked 41 times today

insideOUT is Hillcrest's elevated restaurant and lounge, and San Diego's only urban oasis! We are an 18+ venue.Reservations for our upcoming "Sweetheart Experience" are now open! The Experience will be February 5th - 16th!Our menu is curated by Executive Chef Johnny Duran and is updated seasonally to reflect his creative approach to California-Mediterranean inspired fare, using the freshest ingredients provided by our local purveyors.Aside from our impeccable hospitality, insideOUT is known for their over-the-top seasonal experiences. We also provide customized private event planning with venue buyout options. More information can be found on our website.

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2. Benihana - San Diego, CA

3.9

Excellent(7539)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Japanese • Mission Valley

Booked 177 times today

Welcome to Benihana, a dining experience unlike any other! Our guests are seated at communal tables in groups, where your personal chef will perform the ancient art of Teppanyaki. Watch as we slice and dice, preparing a meal that will dazzle your eyes as well taste buds, whether you choose mouth-watering steak, tender chicken or succulent seafood. You can also enjoy sushi prepared by a talented sushi chef and indulge in a specialty cocktail.

3. Madison

4.4

Awesome(3072)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • University Heights

Booked 62 times today

With their stunning design, classic cocktails & highly acclaimed fare, Madison finds itself among San Diego's can't miss restaurants! Serving many of Michelin recognized Chef Mario Cassineri classic dishes, perfect for Date Night of celebrating with friends. ʜᴀᴘᴘʏ ʜᴏᴜʀ - ᴇᴠᴇʀʏᴅᴀʏ 4-6ᴘᴍᴛᴜᴇꜱᴅᴀʏ - ʟɪᴠᴇ ᴊᴀᴢᴢ 7-9ᴘᴍᴡᴇᴅɴᴇꜱᴅᴀʏ - ᴅɪɴɴᴇʀ ᴡɪᴛʜ ᴅᴏɢꜱᴛʜᴜʀꜱᴅᴀʏ - ᴅᴊ ꜱᴘɪɴɴɪɴɢ ᴏʟᴅ ꜱᴄʜᴏᴏʟ ᴠɪɴʏʟꜰʀɪᴅᴀʏ & ꜱᴀᴛᴜʀᴅᴀʏ ɴɪɢʜᴛ - ᴀʟᴡᴀʏꜱ ᴀ ᴘᴀʀᴛʏ ᴡᴇᴇᴋᴇɴᴅ ʙᴏᴏᴢʏ ʙʀᴜɴᴄʜ - ʟɪᴠᴇ ᴅᴊꜱꜱᴜɴᴅᴀʏ ɴɪɢʜᴛ - ʟᴀᴛɪɴ ᴊᴀᴢᴢ 6-8ᴘᴍ

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4. North Italia - Fashion Valley

4.7

Exceptional(2698)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Mission Valley

Booked 92 times today

At North, we focus on what we do best: Italian from scratch. Enjoy any of our handmade pastas and pizzas, created with seasonal ingredients and inventive flavors. Or, try a different signature dish, prepared with our fresh flavors from the garden, farm, and sea. We’ve hand crafted seasonal cocktails that pair great with our food, creating a real modern Italia experiences perfect for any occasion.

5. Botanica

4.6

Exceptional(46)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Cocktail Bar • North Park

Booked 12 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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6. Alexander's on 30th

4.8

Exceptional(3131)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • North Park

Booked 109 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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7. The Smoking Goat Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(2679)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• French American • North Park

Booked 28 times today

The Smoking Goat is an award-winning California-French bistro located in the heart of North Park, San Diego. We have received the Gold Medallion for the best French Bistro in San Diego three years running. Inspired by his European Farm-to-Table up-bringing and culinary training at Le Cordon Bleu Paris, Executive Chef and Owner Fred Piehl, marries classic French cuisine with the bounty of San Diego in a way that is rustic, yet refined, imaginative, yet unpretentious. The dinners served feature in-season local, sustainable and organic ingredients and provide guests with a unique culinary experience, reminiscent of the European countryside. Boasting a carefully selected wine and beer list and chef and bartender attention to select spirits to create craft house cocktails, The Smoking Goat assures there is always the correct pairing available.

8. Bleu Boheme

4.7

Exceptional(3600)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• French • Kensington

Booked 3 times today

Bleu Boheme is a favorite spot for birthday celebrations. Reviewers rave about the 'excellent service and ambiance' and the 'delicious food'. The staff even goes the extra mile with birthday cards and chocolate mousse. The ambiance is described as 'romantic' and 'great for any occasion'. So, if you're looking for a restaurant to celebrate a special day, this is the place to be!

9. RustiCucina

4.6

Exceptional(1194)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Italian • Hillcrest

Booked 48 times today

Welcome to Rusticucina, where locally sourced ingredients, seasonal dishes and a warm ambiance reign supreme. We are named to reflect the merging of two cultures; American and Sicilian, since our owners are straight out of a small town in Sicily. We invite neighborhood dwellers and visitors to experience our farm-to-neighborhood restaurant unlike any other. Aperitivo, a traditional Italian-style happy hour, leads the way—think sensational small bites, Aperol Spritzes, Negronis and Limoncello. We also offer a full bar and carefully curated craft cocktails, along with an impressive beer and wine list. Our food menu, boasts hearty, rustic cuisine, with pasta made in-house, from scratch, as well palate-pleasing entrees and a slate of pizzas and flat breads. Our tableside service offers a one-of-a-kind, dedicated experience, and their outdoor space is the perfect landing spot for dog lovers and sun worshipers. We even offer a pet menu for furry guests.

10. One Door North

4.4

Awesome(526)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • North Park

Booked 18 times today

At One Door North we host a New American Bar and Eatery that pays homage to the outdoors with the spirit of adventure, serving only fresh farm to table cuisine. Come enjoy the adventure with us, we look forward to serving you.

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BethannVIP
San Diego •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Always an amazing time. Such fun at inside out. The ambience the staff the good excellent, never a bad time when we come. Thank you for all you do. One request is to bring back the bolognese. So so good. :)
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insideOUTPrice: Expensive• Californian• Hillcrest
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4.7
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LupitaVIP
San Diego •10 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Service was excellent, drinks were absolutely delicious and food was great. The place is kinda of small but very chic.
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BotanicaPrice: Moderate• Cocktail Bar• North Park
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4.6
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Oscar
Baja California •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Pretty pricey, just about $300 for 2 appetizers, 2 main dishes and 2 drinks with tax and tip. The food and service were great though and the place is beautiful.
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MadisonPrice: Expensive• Mediterranean• University Heights
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4.4
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Tessa
San Diego •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We enjoyed our Valentines Day dinner. I had red wine poached pears with burrata and arugula for my starter and the bolognese. Both were delicious!
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North Italia - Fashion ValleyPrice: Expensive• Italian• Mission Valley
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4.7
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ClaudiaVIP
San Diego •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Waitress Erin and Chef Jesse are a dynamic duo who made our dinner experience at Benihana the best we’ve ever had! Erin was so attentive to us all, even on one of the busiest days of the year, Valentine's Day. Chef Jesse was a great entertainer, and his food was delicious! This was the first time my kiddo had no leftovers. We had the best time ever, and the food was terrific! Thank you, Erin and Jesse; you guys are the best!
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Benihana - San Diego, CAPrice: Moderate• Japanese• Mission Valley
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3.9

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