Diners' Choice: Mediterranean restaurants in San Diego

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Updated 05 February 2025

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BoujieMana

4.8

4.8 (178)

$31 to $50

Mediterranean

Serra Mesa

About the restaurant

Voted one of the top ten best ambiance restaurants and the #1 Mediterranean food spot in San Diego, BoujieMana is a secluded gem just a two-minute drive from all the restaurants on Convoy.

With over 100 parking spots, we make dining easy and convenient. Our executive chef and team use the finest ingredients from the Mediterranean or our onsite garden to create delicious and timeless dishes that change with the seasons.

Whether you're enjoying charcuterie and bubbles with friends or savoring a perfectly aged steak, BoujieMana offers an unforgettable dining experience. Visit us and discover the perfect meal in our charming, hidden location.

Please take a moment to make a reservation especially around the holiday season since we often have full campus events where dine in service is limited.

Top review

John

Dined 2 days ago

Wife was happy with service and menu selections. Everything tasted wonderful. It takes a lot for her to be impressed and she said she would return.

Callie Restaurant

4.8

4.8 (327)

$50 and over

Mediterranean

Downtown / Gaslamp

About the restaurant

Callie represents Chef Travis Swikard's debut solo project after spending a decade working alongside the esteemed Chef Daniel Boulud in New York City. The restaurant’s name, "Callie," comes from the Greek word "kallos," meaning "the most beautiful," and embodies its blend of Mediterranean cuisine with local ingredients and terroir, from sea to land from San Diego, Swikard's hometown. In 2022, Callie was acclaimed as one of America's top new restaurants by Esquire and Robb Report, and received both a Bib Gourmand and a Plate from the Michelin Guide. Callie is a dedicated supporter of Feeding San Diego, having contributed over 1 million meals to those in need in San Diego since its launch. Swikard is set to open his second restaurant in La Jolla in 2025.

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Steve

Dined 4 days ago

First time there. Outstanding experience. Indoor parking provided at no cost (important because of downtown location), but also very close to a trolly stop. Vibe inside is upscale industrial. Many many workers, so never a lack of attention or service. Good is smaller portions, exceptional presentations and flavors. This was an experience as much as it was a dinner. And the mixed drinks are unique and incredible. Overall a 5 star experience! Highly recommended.

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Experience

Flavors Of The Sun - Stefano Secchi

The Kitchen at MCASD

4.6

4.6 (70)

$31 to $50

Mediterranean

La Jolla

About the restaurant

The Kitchen @ MCASD
Ocean view dining in the heart of La Jolla.
Menu draws inspiration from the regions of southern Europe, northern Africa, and the Middle East. Including Italy, Greece, Spain, Turkey, Israel, Morocco, and others

located at the newly renovated Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego

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Dorena

Dined on 7 Feb 2025

Gorgeous setting and food. Quiet. Grain bowl was so delicious!

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Experience

fruits de mer: the study of shellfish + fish

Echale Encinitas

4.7

4.7 (139)

$30 and under

Mediterranean

Encinitas

About the restaurant

Nestled in the serene beach town of Encinitas, our California Bistro and Natural Wine Bar offers a mix of traditional Spanish flavors with a modern Mediterranean twist, complemented by an exquisite selection of natural wines. Menu favorites include the Maitake Mushroom toast and tahini "aioli", our Green Chile Burger with gruyere cheese, and our locally sourced blue fin tuna crudo with citrus vinaigrette. We play a mix of Brazilian funk, late 90's hip-hop, and French pop all through our vintage Marantz receiver and JBl speakers. Our dimly lit cozy restaurant is ideal for date nights and post-surf hangs.

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Steven

Dined 2 days ago

Fantastic dining experience! Food was amazing and the ambiance was a nice change with a cozy feel.

Slowly Restaurant & Lounge

4.6

4.6 (75)

$31 to $50

Mediterranean

Pacific Beach

About the restaurant

At Slowly Restaurant & Lounge, we strive to be a gathering place for locals and visitors alike, fostering connections and creating memories over delicious food and drinks. Whether you’re enjoying a meal with loved ones, unwinding with a refreshing libation, or discovering local flavors, our goal is to ensure every moment spent with us is savored, slowly.

We hope you enjoy your experience at Slowly, where the pace is easy, laughter flows freely, and the flavors are fresh.

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Eric

Dined 2 days ago

Great 1st time experience overall. Made my wife and I’s Valentine’s Day one to remember.

Bandar Restaurant

4.6

4.6 (946)

$31 to $50

Mediterranean

Downtown / Gaslamp

About the restaurant

For dining:
Monday - Thursday: 4:00pm to 9:00pm
Friday-Satuday: 4:00pm to 9:30pm
Sunday: 2:00pm to 9:00pm

We are open for Takeout everyday

For more information on parties of over 6 people please reach out directly to the restaurant 619-238-0101.

A 4% surcharge is added to all guest checks.

Bandar Restaurant serves Mediterranean food with unique Persian spices flown to San Diego and served in original recipes. Chefs Behrooz and Shokooh create simple preparations to showcase them, alongside an exotic variety of oven-roasted eggplant, charbroiled chicken, seafood and flavorful prime steaks. Look for signature classics such as Nadari, Barg and Soltani. Bandar Restaurant is award-winning since 1996. The restaurant has a unique energy, sitting right in the heart of Gaslamp Quarter in Downtown San Diego.

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Eric

Dined 2 days ago

Food was amazing we are definetly going back for seconds 😁😁😁

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Veranda Fireside Lounge & Restaurant

4.7

4.7 (2610)

$30 and under

Mediterranean

Poway / Rancho Bernardo

About the restaurant

With its breathtaking golf course views and award-winning resort service, Veranda at Rancho Bernardo Inn is the perfect place to meet for a quick bite, dine under the stars, or gather around the fire with a cocktail. The olive trees, gardens, and villas that line the Mediterranean coast inform dishes that are made with locally-sourced ingredients and the freshest proteins and given a Southern California twist.

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Dennis

Dined 2 days ago

My wife's knife had dried water streaks; her wine glass was dirty on the bottom. Food was quite good.

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Pinnacle Restaurant - Falkner Winery

4.7

4.7 (1287)

$30 and under

Mediterranean

Temecula

About the restaurant

WE ARE OPEN 7 DAYS!!
We would like to welcome you to the Pinnacle Restaurant!
Come enjoy a delicious lunch and amazing views.

Located in beautiful Temecula Valley Wine Country, The Pinnacle Restaurant at Falkner Winery offers breathtaking panoramic views from its hilltop setting. Dine indoors in their glass enclosed dining room overlooking the vineyard. Experience the great American-Mediterranean Style cuisine prepared by Executive Chef Ever Fuentes and the high-quality, award-winning Falkner wines.

NOTE: If you need to make a reservation for a party larger than 6 people, please call the restaurant at 951-676-8231 Option 4.

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Justin

Dined 3 days ago

One of the best steaks I have ever had, this restaraunt was perfect for a nice Valentin’s Day date. The service was great, drinks were delicious and the views of the Wineries was really nice backdrop. Definitely recommend.

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Experience

Valentine's Lunch Special

Seréa

4.5

4.5 (2316)

$31 to $50

Mediterranean

Coronado

About the restaurant

Serẽa is proud to bring an exquisite sea-to-table dining experience to San Diego in a comfortable yet sophisticated setting.
Located just steps from the beach in the legendary Hotel del Coronado, the restaurant's key focus is the bounty of the sea. The menu focuses on sustainable seafood, with a coastal cuisine menu that spotlights the best of the region's oceans, farms and fields, ranging from the California Coast down to the Baja Peninsula.
Creative cuisine with a global flair is prepared by San Diego's own Chef Jojo Ruiz, who creates elegant, fresh dishes with just a hint of Mediterranean flair.

*Serea & The Hotel Del Coronado are currently undergoing a once in a century transformation, after 100 years, we felt a facelift was in order!
We wish you to be aware there will be evolving changes to the way we are able to serve you during this period as Serea and The Hotel Del Coronado are reimagined for generations to come.*

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Brian

Dined 5 days ago

Amy tended to our every need with jovial energy and a lovely smile all evening! The presentations and the dishes were outstanding from appetizer to dessert. Drinks were wonderful with no skimping on presentation or strength! Su chefs delivered our dishes and the manager visited our table several times to make sure our 36th Anniversary dinner experience was going smoothly. Seréa is absolutely worth every penny!!! The king salmon, filet mignon, jumbo shrimp, and scallops were fantastically flavored and prepared! Vegetables were cooked to perfection and dessert was unreal cheesecake and strawberries in a white chocolate conch shell! Top notch and literally one of the best dining experiences we've ever had! Thank you Amy and Seréa for a wonderful evening!

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Popular dish

CHARCOAL GRILLED OCTOPUS

Mimoza Mediterranean Restaurant

4.5

4.5 (91)

$31 to $50

Mediterranean

Downtown / Gaslamp

About the restaurant

Mimoza Restaurant brings the taste of Mediterranean lifestyle to Southern California, particularly with its authentic food, warm welcome, and festive ambiance. We welcome you to join us at our home, Mimoza, to experience the Mediterranean-style home cooking that defines us.

Park at Horton Plaza for a $12 flat fee, when you dine at Mimoza

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JohnVIP

Dined on 7 Feb 2025

I'm not one to be overly effusive in my review of restaurants, but Mimoza was surprising good on many fronts. Chosen for its proximity to the Balboa Theatre, we ordered the combination grilled platter, which was very generous in the number of meats included. The hot pita bread was a great accompaniment to the house made baba ghanoush. What stood out most was the attentive and kind service provided by the servers. We will definitely be going back again when we next visit the Balboa for a show.

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