Best Restaurants for Anniversaries in University Heights

11 restaurants available nearby

1. Animae

4.8

Exceptional(3184)

Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary Asian • Downtown / Gaslamp

Booked 78 times today

ANIMAE’s eclectic West Coast cuisine, layered with Asian influences, comes to life under Celebrated Chef Brian Malarkey. Applying a California cooking style to ANIMAE’S traditional coal-fired oven and grill, Chef Malarkey’s menu is as thoughtful as it is refined, elevating local produce and seasonal ingredients to create a lively and progressive culinary program.

2. Buona Forchetta

4.6

Exceptional(843)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • South Park

Booked 52 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.

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3. Roy's San Diego Waterfront

4.4

Awesome(3637)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Downtown / Gaslamp

Booked 18 times today

Blending classic techniques with adventurous Pacific Rim flavors, culinary pioneer Roy Yamaguchi created an entirely new approach to fine dining. The first Roy's opened in Honolulu in 1988 and we've spread our warm hospitality and passion for innovative and creative cuisine around the world ever since. Indulge in one of our spectacular cocktails or choose a glass from our award-winning wine list while you discover the fresh ingredients and outstanding seafood, expertly prepared by our local chefs that made us famous. We invite you to join us at Roy's Downtown San Diego located on the water at the Marriott Hotel and Marina, featuring a dining room overlooking the marina, or patio dining just steps from the water.

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4. Ruth's Chris Steak House - San Diego

4.8

Exceptional(4960)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown / Gaslamp

Booked 55 times today

Now Open: We look forward to serving you soon.Ruth's Chris Steak House in San Diego, CA serves the finest USDA Prime beef available, broiled at 1,800° and served on 500° plates, so your steak stays hot, juicy and delicious from first bite to last. Enjoy our New Orleans-inspired appetizers, USDA Prime steaks, fresh seafood, signature side dishes and homemade desserts. All this while you enjoy our warm, inviting atmosphere and Ruth’s Chris’ genuine hospitality. So whether you’re a regular or have just been wondering what all the buzz is about, Ruth's Chris is the perfect excuse to enjoy the perfect night out. Dinner is served nightly, reservations are suggested and private dining and offsite catering may be arranged.

5. Bleu Boheme

4.8

Exceptional(3530)

Price: Expensive

• French • Kensington

Booked 18 times today

Bleu Boheme is a favorite spot for special occasions like anniversaries. As reviews highlight, couples consistently return to celebrate their wedding anniversaries, appreciating the French country vibe, romantic ambience, and excellent service. The restaurant goes the extra mile, offering complimentary desserts and personalized anniversary cards. The French cuisine is also highly praised for its simplicity and deliciousness.

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6. Ristorante Illando

4.6

Exceptional(805)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Little Italy

Booked 15 times today

From the owner Leonardo Landini "When I decided to open Ristorante Illando, I had a vision in my head...my cozy house back in Firenze, Italy; my family dining table filled with the food I grew up with. Now I can surround you with the warmth of my Italian home and an authentic Italian meal here at Illando. Benvenuti e buon appetito a tutti!!"

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7. Baci Restaurant - San Diego

4.9

Exceptional(1889)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Old Town

Booked 16 times today

Baci Ristorante offers diners a hint of old world Italian charm, with plush booths, white tablecloths, and gracious servers clad in tuxedos. While the decor is subtly modern, the menu is classic, celebrating Northern and Southern Italian cuisine. Specialties include classic pasta dishes, veal, and fresh seafood, with especially tempting daily specials offered by Executive Chef Domenico Alioto. In addition to the cuisine, the restaurant's charming and welcoming features--include an extensive wine list, elegant patio setting, and romantic main dining room--have made Baci a consistent favorite among locals for over 30 years.

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8. Bali Hai Restaurant

4.6

Exceptional(5957)

Price: Expensive

• Polynesian • Shelter Island / San Diego Bay

Booked 38 times today

Exotic Pacific dining on an enchanted tiki island.The Bali Hai Restaurant has been a favorite in San Diego for over fifty years. Our spectacular views of the San Diego bay and the downtown skyline make us the perfect location for any special event. Along with our dining room upstairs, our premise possesses three different and versatile private rooms. The flexibility of multiple private facilities allows us to accommodate any type of party. We host weddings, class reunions, birthdays, anniversaries, concerts, memorials, festivals, fundraisers, business meetings, seminars, and corporate events.

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9. The Shores Restaurant - La Jolla Shores Hotel

4.4

Awesome(2429)

Price: Moderate

• American • La Jolla

Booked 15 times today

Welcome to beach dining – La Jolla style. Walk straight from the sand into The Shores Restaurant, where you’ll enjoy fantastic ocean views, our open-air patio, a casual ambiance with warm hospitality, and a family-friendly menu meant to please any kind of taste. A big part of the California lifestyle is beach-style dining. The Shores Restaurant is a perfect example with dishes designed by Executive Chef Michael Vaughn. Serving breakfast, lunch, dinner, and beachside cocktails, the delicious fare is complimented by unparalleled views of the Pacific Ocean just outside the floor-to-ceiling windows.

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10. Manhattan of La Jolla

4.8

Exceptional(1726)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • La Jolla

Booked 10 times today

Manhattan of La Jolla transports you to the best of New York via the cozy, upscale village of La Jolla. Located in the Empress Hotel on Fay Avenue, it is an elegant, casual and classy place where you would expect to see Old Blue Eyes or Danny Ocean romancing a beautiful woman while she sips her Cosmo over dinner. With quality Italian charm, Manhattan offers classic cocktails that get you into that New York swing--and the entrees are as good as it gets. Liberal olive oil, garlic, lemon and pepper complement the Zagat Award winning veal chop, steaks and seafood. Signature scampi, classic cannelloni, pasta al dente, and other succulent dishes, plus professional service and decor make this a terrific spot for a romantic dinner or mixing business and pleasure. Manhattan in La Jolla gets you the best of both worlds. Manhattan is an award winning La Jolla favorite, celebrating its 36th year.

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Jorge
Baja California •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Waitress Leo was exceptional, and the food was excellent, but the price is worth mentioning is not economic, high end.
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Ruth's Chris Steak House - San DiegoPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Downtown / Gaslamp
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4.8
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Sharon
San Diego •9 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Food was excellent as were the cocktails. Service was great. Best value is lunch and their every day Aloha happy hour. Nice outside bar with music. Great view of the boats in the marina.
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Roy's San Diego WaterfrontPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Downtown / Gaslamp
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4.4
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Saravip
Coastal Georgia •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
The restaurant itself is gorgeous- the olive velvet banquets are super elegant. My waiter was Austin and he provided excellent service. I ordered the beet salad, the steamed buns and the duck. All the dishes were plated beautifully and they were delicious. The steamed buns were rich and comforting and the duck was fork tender and melted in my mouth. For dessert I tried the chocolate cremeaux- it was so decadent! I would highly recommend having dinner at Animae.
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AnimaePrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary Asian• Downtown / Gaslamp
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4.8
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Hana
San Diego •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Great place for dinner and service is was really impressive. We had mussels and fries and two appetizers which were yummy!
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Bleu BohemePrice: Expensive• French• Kensington
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4.8
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Danielvip
San Diego •11 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
charming place with consistently excellent food at reasonable prices.
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Buona ForchettaPrice: Moderate• Italian• South Park
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4.6

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11 restaurants available nearby

1. Animae

2. Buona Forchetta

3. Roy's San Diego Waterfront

4. Ruth's Chris Steak House - San Diego

5. Bleu Boheme

6. Ristorante Illando

7. Baci Restaurant - San Diego

8. Bali Hai Restaurant

9. The Shores Restaurant - La Jolla Shores Hotel

10. Manhattan of La Jolla

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