Restaurants in San Diego

Located right on the waterfront in Seaport Village, Sally's Restaurant is a friendly place with a lively atmosphere and excellent food. The main focus of the cooking is fresh seafood, and the restaurant's open kitchen allows guests to see the chef in action working his magic with the ingredients. Sally's is famous for its generous portions and for serving the best crab cakes in town.

Laurel Restaurant & Bar in Banker's Hill near Balboa Park has stunning, glamorous interiors that perfectly match the chef's creative interpretations of traditional French and Mediterranean cuisine with Asian accents. The menu is a fascinating list of innovative and flavoursome dishes, and the extensive wine list has won the acclaim of critics. Try the happy hour specials for a less-expensive sampling of the menu's best offerings.

A charming cafe, wine bar and bistro in one, the elegant, European style Café Chloe in Downtown's up-and-coming East Village is a chic and friendly place with award-winning French-inspired dishes on offer. The food is fabulous, from the steak frites to the chicken and wild mushroom vol au vent, and the prices are very reasonable.

Pumpkin and wholegrain waffles, peanut butter French toast and other bountiful breakfasts draw crowds of downtown residents and office workers to this offbeat cafe with a tiny dining room and a few sidewalk tables. The wait for a table is eased by coffee and conversation. The owner is a seasoned restaurant critic and consultant who knows her stuff and nourishes a loyal clientele.

Hash House a Go Go in Hillcrest lives up to its mission statement of keeping the fun in food and maintaining a level of excitement and entertainment during the dining experience. Huge portions of innovative and utterly delicious versions of classic American dishes and a friendly, bustling atmosphere ensure that visitors take enjoyment both from the food and the ambience. Long queues on weekends are proof of the enduring charm of this modern-day diner.

Spectacular coastal scenery and terrific contemporary Californian haute cuisine. The combination is likely to make any visit to this La Jolla standout a memorable experience. The elegant fine dining restaurant is located on the main floor, and the menu is seasonal with a strong emphasis on fresh ingredients and a creative approach to regional cuisine. Upstairs, the rooftop Ocean Terrace offer a more casual menu and breathtaking views of La Jolla Cove.

Ensconced in the highly exclusive enclave of Rancho Santa Fe, Mille Fleurs is one of the San Diego region's very best French restaurants, boasting haute cuisine, elegant décor, top-notch service and an intimate hacienda setting. An exclusive culinary experience.