Best Casual Restaurants in Mission Valley

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1. Gravity Heights Mission Valley

4.7

Exceptional(192)

Price: Moderate

• American • Mission Valley

Booked 5 times today

We’re not out to take the San Diego beer scene by storm or reinvent the wheel because the truth is, there’s no shortage of good breweries in San Diego. Instead, our aim is to pair that good beer with the same delicious food, exceptional service and genuine hospitality we’re known for so you never have to compromise one for the other again. Situated in Mission Valley, our 9,000 square foot brewpub includes a full service restaurant, an expansive and lush outdoor beer garden, and a pretty stellar team to make sure you always have good food in your mouth and a solid beer in your hand.

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2. North Italia - Fashion Valley

4.7

Exceptional(2616)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Mission Valley

Booked 70 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.

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3. King's Fish House - Mission Valley

4.6

Exceptional(2238)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Mission Valley

Booked 11 times today

Established in 2000, King’s Fish House is San Diego’s choice for seafood. Located in Mission Valley on Camino De La Reina, King’s Fish House features a large selection of fresh oysters, seasonal catches, sushi and live shellfish, including lobster and crab, on a menu that changes daily.We’ve been in restaurants a little while – three generations, to be precise. A long time ago, we embarked on a road trip in search of the ultimate seafood experience. We traveled down highways and byways, pulled up a seat, put on bibs and soaked up the seafood experience: the no-name dishes with unforgettable flavor, the fresh-caught oysters and clams piled high, the hand-lettered specials on ancient chalkboards and the savory simmer of every combination of spices imaginable.Welcome to the House that Seafood Built.Come gather with us, celebrate, relax and enjoy a seafood dining experience of high quality, comfort, service and value.

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4. P.F. Chang's - San Diego

4.5

Awesome(355)

Price: Moderate

• Chinese • Mission Valley

Booked 11 times today

We are an Asian & Chinese restaurant offering dine-in, takeout, to-go, delivery, and catering. Make a reservation online to dine in. Order Asian and Chinese food delivery, takeout, and catering online or through the P.F. Chang's mobile app. Let us cater the perfect feast for you - corporate office catering menus are also available. P.F. Chang's offers a variety of signature Asian, Thai, Korean, Japanese, Mongolian, and Chinese food dishes including Chicken Lettuce Wraps, Chicken Pad Thai, Signature Lo Mein, Fried Rice, Mongolian Beef, Chang's Spicy Chicken, and Pork and Shrimp Dumplings. Order online for sushi delivery and takeout. Many gluten-free and vegetarian menu items are available. Try our seasonal cocktails and seasonal menu items.

5. C-Level

4.7

Exceptional(4863)

Price: Moderate

• Cocktail Bar • Downtown / Gaslamp

Booked 93 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.

6. Barbusa

4.6

Exceptional(4278)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Little Italy

Booked 94 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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7. Benihana - San Diego, CA

4.1

Excellent(7311)

Price: Moderate

• Japanese • Mission Valley

Booked 130 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.

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8. Puesto Mission Valley

4.6

Exceptional(1982)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Mission Valley

Booked 32 times today

Puesto is family-owned and operated by first generation Mexican American brothers Eric, Alan and Alex Adler, alongside their cousins Isidoro and Moy Lombrozo and founding chef and partner Luisteen Gonzalez. With eight locations in California, Puesto provides an innovative and contemporary approach to authentic Mexican cuisine. Sourcing its ingredients locally and regionally, the restaurant has earned national acclaim for its Mexico City-inspired tacos made with non-GMO organic, heirloom Masienda blue corn stone-ground tortillas, crispy melted cheese and scratch salsas.

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9. Ironside Fish & Oyster

4.4

Awesome(4532)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Little Italy

Booked 81 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. 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.

10. MOTHERSHIP

4.8

Exceptional(308)

Price: Moderate

• Tapas / Small Plates • North Park

Booked 56 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.

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Sara
San Diego •1 review
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
Great ambiance and service. Food was just ok, both dishes were burnt a little which really impacted the flavor. The area can get crazy but parking was super easy for me.
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Gravity Heights Mission ValleyPrice: Moderate• American• Mission Valley
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4.7
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Ellynvip
San Diego •37 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Scallops were disappointing but swordfish was excellent! Love this place for any occasion!
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King's Fish House - Mission ValleyPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Mission Valley
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4.6
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Cindy
San Diego •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Two friends flew in from out of town & I suggested we try C Level. Neither had been before. It was a sunny gorgeous day & we sat out on the patio. The service was impeccable and the food was delicious. We ordered the lobster Mac & cheese, fish & chips & shrimp & crab Louie salad. Everything was fresh & flavorful. They loved our lunch & would highly recommend it.
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C-LevelPrice: Moderate• Cocktail Bar• Downtown / Gaslamp
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4.7
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Rachelvip
San Diego •19 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
So much better than my last visit. I chose the Giardino Stromboli, stuffed with lots of cheese and veggies, which was delicious. It was quieter than usual, but it was Tuesday and not crowded. Service was top notch!
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North Italia - Fashion ValleyPrice: Expensive• Italian• Mission Valley
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4.7
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Lauren
Seattle / Eastern Washington •15 reviews
4.0
Dined on 11 Nov 2024
The food, as always, was really great and they had gluten free and vegetarian options for those in our party needing it. This visit, our server did not return to our table to check on us until we were almost done eating and we needed water, drink refills, and condiments. Also for happy hour, you have to ask what they offer and they don't share a menu or offer up the deals even if you order the eligible items.
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P.F. Chang's - San DiegoPrice: Moderate• Chinese• Mission Valley
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4.5

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215 restaurants available nearby

1. Gravity Heights Mission Valley

2. North Italia - Fashion Valley

3. King's Fish House - Mission Valley

4. P.F. Chang's - San Diego

5. C-Level

6. Barbusa

7. Benihana - San Diego, CA

8. Puesto Mission Valley

9. Ironside Fish & Oyster

10. MOTHERSHIP

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