San Diego

All three levels of this seaside showplace afford views of La lolla Cove, whether inside the formal dining room or out on the rooftop terrace, under canvas market umbrellas. — Michelin Guide

San Diego's only Forbes five-star and AAA five-diamond rated restaurant...a favorite destination for special occasioners and foodies willing to dig deep for a consummate dining experience. — Frommer's

Adjacent to the Grande Colonial Hotel in La Jolla, this elegant restaurant showcases the season's finest ingredients. — Gayot

With Chef Jeff Jackson at the helm, the restaurant aims to use the best seasonal and local produce to create its own masterpieces. — Where

There's buzz, delicious food, and plenty of cocktails at this sit-down restaurant for a banner night out (as long as you don't mind a little noise). — Condé Nast Traveler

"Unlike anything else in San Diego", this "swinging" Bankers Hill Italian by restaurateur Tracy Borkum is "where the cool people go" for "reliable, innovative" entrees. — Zagat

Authentic Japanese food and sushi from respected chef Ota in a sleepy part of Pacific Beach. — Gayot

A favorite of fisherman and locals cruising the docks, this market/restaurant has a wide assortment of fresh seafood that you can have cooked right there or packaged for you to enjoy at home. — On the Grid

Modern Cali-American menu loaded with artisanal dishes—from raw seafood, pastas and small plates, to mains such as prime strip loin and local chicken served with English pea gnocchi. — Where

"Bringing real Italian to Little Italy", Emilia Romagna–born chef Fabrizio Cavallini offers an "affordable" menu of "housemade everything" with a "cutting-edge" twist. — Zagat

A Michelin-starred chef works his magic with seafood. — Condé Nast Traveler

Everything “looks fancy and tastes delicious” at these “busy” dessert spots famed for their “out-of-this-world” sweets, “great variety of coffee and teas”, plus a menu of savory options. — Zagat

The seasonal menu is modern American with a French/Mediterranean twist (think veal medallions, bouillabaisse, and Maine lobster strudel). — Frommer's

Seafood, steaks and ocean views at Tower23 Hotel. — Gayot

This San Diego mainstay offers views of the city skyline and bay. — Gayot

Ocean Beach burger joint that’s been rockin’ it for more than 40 years. — Gayot

On the top floor of the Hotel La Jolla, Cusp offers breathtaking ocean views and a Mediterranean-inspired menu from Chef Donald Lockhart. — Where