Suggestions for Dining and Drinking near San Diego

Margot M. • June 29, 2016Vegan dreamland! Such a fun place, and excellent drinks. The menu is a blast, super inspired. Get a shirt—they're the softest <3

Peter M. • July 26, 2021Such an authentic & delicious tacos they have been served. Great shop management. Perfect place for tasty handmade food. Clean space & comfortable seating area. I had really enjoyed here. Nice staff.

Dominic R. • December 29, 2019The upstairs bar gets very crowded but offers an excellent view of Little Italy and the SD skyline!

Stefanie S. • September 8, 2014Fabulous coffee, cool space, and friendly people. The only place I've found so far in SD that rivals Bird Rock Coffee Roasters

Jase W. • December 19, 2019Amazing ice cream; worth the wait. They employ so many people, the line moves pretty fast, and you can get a taste of everything.

Justin G. • April 4, 2018Fresh, local seafood in an upscale, trendy atmosphere in the heart of Little Italy. Come for $1 oyster happy hour and deals on local drafts. Connecticut-style Maine lobster roll is incredible. 🍺🐟

Michelle E. • February 12, 2012You need to try their uni - so tasty & fresh! This is where I get my uni fix!

Kevin P. • August 20, 2014The 24-hour cold brew is the Fillip Rally blend. The longer distilling accentuates the complex mix of fruit and earthy, herbal tones in this multi-region five bean blend. Bold, dark & strong;

Nicole L. • July 22, 2010THIS IS MY FAV PLACE IN THE COUNTRY. It all works, knowledgeable staff, ambiance...food! Must order: Polenta of the day, chicken liver pate, short rib pappardelle, bittersweet chocolate budino, yum!

Luke W. • June 26, 2016Go there for a light dinner or appetizers and drinks. Fantastic cocktails and a great environment.

Diana H. • March 20, 2018Awesome underground lounge! It turned into a night club after 10pm and the music was popping! I definitely would recommend this place to people and The service is great too!

Fernando M. • January 28, 2016Inspired taste on classic dishes. Don't miss!

Michael T • May 22, 2012Try the Fernet - Craft cocktail of Fernet Branca, Scotch, Aperol, Carpano and lemon bitters

Chris L. • September 28, 2013Best handmade flour tortillas! Call in advance to reserve them by the dozen. They always sell out!

Nilay C. • October 23, 2018Great menu. I ordered the branzino and buratta&tomato salad, both delicious. Margarita was also pretty good. I can’t say enough about the view, and the live music. Pricy but worth it.

Megan G. • January 2, 2017Best coffee in Little Italy. They have almond milk and don't oversteam their milk like most places-perfect latte or cappuccino. They serve Copa Vida-best roast in town!

Josh N. • September 25, 2016Best gelato and best espresso/coffee you'll find in the city. One location in hillcrest and also in little Italy. Often you'll find Italians there, very authentic. My very favorite coffee shop!!!

Kelly • January 13, 2015Great service and even more amazing food! Have to try the Blazin Ahi burger and their porta bella fries! They also have a great selection of beers on draft!

Mafer R. • June 28, 2015Great place! Real Italian style, up to the waiters. Try the polenta, calamari and braseola! And don't forget the chocolate mousse! Delicious!

Dennise A. • July 4, 2015Ambiance is amazing tacos were all fantastic we had 1 of each and the craft beer selection was super!

Meah B. • August 5, 2015The whiskey selection here is top notch. Even the beer selection is impressive. Great place to unwind at the end of Comic Con.

Nina M. • June 4, 2011The salmon belly was to die for!! The fatty toro was also amazing! Really fresh sushi.. Also did the hamachi with ponzu, threesome, and the double double spicy tuna. All sooo good!

Baba G. • July 31, 2016Best NY style pizza in all of San Diego!

Kevin P. • July 12, 2015Monkey Bite, a blend of El Salvador, Guatemala and Ethiopia beans, is an espresso roast and the summer cold brew. There is a smoke edge to the body and up notes of plum and hazelnut.

Sarah G. • September 22, 2017Great happy hour on taco tuesday and right next to the airport if you need to catch a flight!

Anthony H. • July 26, 2010In my humble opinion, Counterpoint is the best local watering hole around those parts (and many other parts as well). Friendly and fast service paired with great beer, wine, and a light fare menu mak

Brad H. • August 15, 2016AMAZING!! The BEST restaurant in San Diego. Gorgeous views, GREAT steaks, foie gras is incredible. Everything is good, awesome desserts, martinis & wine. Wonderful staff. This place is a MUST!

Jess • August 30, 2014Apple pancake and Dutch baby were delicious! Highly recommend. Line does get long but moves quickly!

Kenn B. • December 14, 2010Best sandwiches in Little Italy hands down. Try a #8!

Kate M. • November 12, 2015Awesome new addition to the neighborhood! Outdoor seating is dog and kid friendly, and 3 TVs at the bar + bomb fried chicken will make this my new hungover Sunday football go-to. Two thumbs up!