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1. The Fishery
4.7
Exceptional(3078)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Pacific Beach
Booked 49 times today
BEHIND EVERY GREAT SEAFOOD RESTAURANT IS A WAREHOUSE STOCKED WITH FRESH SEAFOOD. The Fishery Restaurant & Market is located just a few blocks from the ocean in North Pacific Beach. The restaurant menu reflects ‘coastal cuisine’ with a simple yet serious focus on the best our coastal fisheries and local farms have to offer. The passion that drives Chef Mike Reidy is evidenced by flavors that can only be achieved using ingredients at their peak of seasonality and freshness. The Fishery was awarded the prestigious Award of Excellence for its Wine List from Wine Spectator in 2018- Present. Our wine list is inspired by the great wines of Europe and their American counterparts and we strive to showcase real, natural, food friendly-wines with a sense of place.The Fishery Market showcases fresh fish, prepared seafood, salads, sauces and marinades.
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2. Eddie V's - La Jolla
4.9
Exceptional(5661)
Price: Very Expensive
• Seafood • La Jolla
Booked 121 times today
Eddie V's Prime Seafood is a luxury dining destination known for the seafood flown in from pristine waters around the world, as well as its premium hand-carved steaks. Dishes are artistically prepared and feature an ever-changing array of seasonal seafood, along with critically acclaimed prime center-cut steaks broiled to perfection. The restaurant's award-wining wine list, which has been recognized by Wine Spectator, has more than 300 wines curated by Eddie V's very own Advanced Sommelier. In the V Lounge, guests can sip classic creative cocktails and enjoy signature appetizers.
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3. Mediterranean Room - La Valencia Hotel
4.3
Awesome(1719)
Price: Expensive
• American • La Jolla
Booked 29 times today
La Valencia Hotel's premier ocean view dining destination, the Mediterranean Room, is a nod to the property's transportive Mediterranean-inspired look and feel. Formerly The Med, the reimagined space celebrates an all new menu inspired by the California coast and seasonally-driven, locally-sourced ingredients. Dine in the reimagined ocean view dining room, the transformed patio under the palms or the ocean view terrace. Enjoy your favorites daily for breakfast, lunch and dinner and enjoy brunch every Saturday and Sunday. Reservations highly encouraged. Ocean View Terrace seating IS NOT GUARANTEED and will be given to GUESTS PRESENT for their reservation based on what is AVAILABLE AT THE TIME. Bring your four-legged friend to enjoy our dog menu available on our dog-friendly patio.
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4. Sea & Sky
4.3
Awesome(220)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • La Jolla
Booked 8 times today
Welcome to Sea & Sky, Hotel La Jolla’s new penthouse dining experience with breathtaking ocean views. Indulge in a meticulously crafted menu that highlights the bounty of coastal California. Feast on the freshest seafood and locally sourced ingredients as Sea & Sky takes you on a culinary journey, where the flavors of the ocean meet the infinite horizon.Sea & Sky will also offer an innovative drink menu with regional California and Valle de Guadalupe wines, as well as handcrafted cocktails with ingredients from around the world. Please join us for Jazz brunch every Sunday. Happy hour offered daily in the bar and lounge from 3PM - 5PM (reservations not accepted). Please note on Mondays we offer a limited menu in our lounge and bar.
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5. NINE-TEN
4.7
Exceptional(2939)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • La Jolla
Booked 29 times today
NINE-TEN is a foodie haven, known for its exquisite, locally-sourced Californian cuisine. With a focus on seasonal ingredients, the menu is consistently high-quality and creative. Reviewers rave about the 'imaginative flavor combinations', 'exceptional execution and presentation', and the 'inventive and delicious' food. The service is also frequently lauded, with many noting the 'perfect balance' of attentiveness and space. With a Michelin star to boot, it's no wonder it's a favourite among foodies.
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6. Catania
4.8
Exceptional(2075)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • La Jolla
Booked 43 times today
Inspired by an Italy road-trip Chef Ryan and I (Arturo) took back in 2008, we’re pleased to introduce Catania, the newest member of the Whisknladle Hospitality family. Here, we’ll be featuring simple, seasonal and authentic Italian Coastal Cuisine (None of the Italian version of TexMex you see most other places). Our commitment to authenticity will be evident in our use of wood burning ovens and grills, an all Italian wine list as well as an exclusively craft Italian Beer program. (Yes, Italy has an amazing craft beer movement nobody’s heard about.)
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7. Barbarella
4.3
Awesome(842)
Price: Moderate
• European • La Jolla
Booked 19 times today
Barbarella is a restaurant and full bar located on Avenida De La Playa in La Jolla Shores. Adorned with an eclectic mix of art and boasting plenty of outdoor seating, Barbarella a one-of-a-kind culinary gem with executive Chef Lynn Crawford!
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8. Solare Ristorante Lounge
4.7
Exceptional(2447)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Point Loma
Booked 27 times today
Family-owned and operated, Randy Smerik and his team are dedicated to providing an amazing dining experience for you. Our authentic Italian cuisine features a focus on fresh and locally sourced ingredients. including fresh pasta made each morning and organic produce, wild fish, and hormone free meat.
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9. El Agave
4.7
Exceptional(2482)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Old Town
Booked 26 times today
Experience the true flavor of Mexico at San Diego’s premier Mexican cuisine destination.Established in 1996, El Agave Restaurant & Tequileria offers its patrons a unique dining setting withinthe largest tequila museum in the United States – with over 3,000 tequilas on display – alsorepeatedly voted the #1 tequila bar in the country. Nestled in historic Old Town, San Diego, it is theperfect place to enjoy a business lunch, romantic date, rehearsal dinner or to simply relax andunwind sipping find tequila with friends.
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10. The Smoking Goat Restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(2646)
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.

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  • OpenTable Diner
    San Diego •1 review
    5.0
    Dined today
    We had an amazing experience here. Everything from the food, service, and special requests was perfect. Thank you for making our birthday/ post engagement special!
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    Eddie V's - La JollaPrice: Very Expensive• Seafood• La Jolla
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    4.9
  • Jose RobertoVIP
    Monterrey •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Everything was great 100% recommended. I recommend the aguachile and the macadamia crusted halibut
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    The FisheryPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Pacific Beach
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    4.7
  • Rex & Catherine
    San Diego •8 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    My husband and I went to La Valencia on New Year’s Day for lunch and it was perfect! Our waiter, Michael, was amazing and provided the best service!  the food was just what we wanted and so delicious! This is why we love to go to La Valencia. It’s a beautiful hotel with wonderful service. 💗🌹
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    Mediterranean Room - La Valencia HotelPrice: Expensive• American• La Jolla
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    4.3
  • Susan
    San Francisco Bay Area •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    We were led to believe this was an upscale restaurant, country club casual. We expected this atmosphere. Next to us was a a husbands, donned in a baseball cap, his wife and two children. The children were loud, obnoxious, and continued with antics sprawling about there space. Other diners were shouting for attention at their tables, the noise level was over the top. I wanted to stand up but I’d have to scream, Quiet Down…. It was deafening, unbearable.
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    NINE-TENPrice: Expensive• Californian• La Jolla
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    4.7
  • SandraVIP
    Dallas - Fort Worth •10 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 28 Dec 2024
    Had a nice private room for our party of 7. Our server Steven was excellent & informative As usual. Food was very good & creative. Good wine list & view.
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    Sea & SkyPrice: Expensive• Californian• La Jolla
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    4.3

Discover best foodies restaurants in Pacific Beach

Discover the vibrant dining scene in Pacific Beach, San Diego, where foodies can indulge in a diverse array of culinary experiences. The restaurants in this area cater to all tastes, offering everything from fresh, sustainable seafood to authentic gourmet pizzas with high-quality Italian ingredients. Each establishment prides itself on using only the freshest and most flavorful ingredients, ensuring a delightful dining experience for every guest. The atmosphere in these eateries ranges from intimate and charming to lively and modern, with options to suit any mood or occasion. Patrons consistently praise the exceptional service, unique and tasty dishes, and the overall dining ambiance. Whether you're craving innovative Baja cuisine or the best sushi in town, Pacific Beach offers a foodie paradise that promises memorable meals and exceptional flavors. This destination truly embodies a food lover’s haven, making it a must-visit for locals and tourists alike.

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