Urge Gastropub is one of The 13 Best Places for Chef Special in San Diego.

1. Urge Gastropub

8.8
16761 Bernardo Center Dr, San Diego, CA
Gastropub · Rancho Bernardo · 87 tips and reviews

Mark R.Mark Richards: Their burgers are always a solid choice, and they also have a rotating chef’s special corner that usually has something really good.

Dan B.Dan Brown: One of my favorite spots in all of San Diego. Great food, good staff and one of the best tap selections. Get one of the burgers and order a few beers.

MattersOfGrey.comMattersOfGrey.com: They have an extensive amount of beers on tap and bottle. If you are undecided, it's hard to go wrong with the unibroue beers. Try the Fin Du Monde.

Ichiban is one of The 13 Best Places for Chef Special in San Diego.

2. Ichiban

7.5
1449 University Ave (btwn Richmond & Herbert St), San Diego, CA
Sushi Restaurant · Hillcrest · 48 tips and reviews

Luis AlbertoLuis Alberto: Having the chef special and a philadelphia roll with an iced tea!

Jacob G.Jacob Gonzales: Get the crunchy roll AND the spicy California roll. The mixture of the two is amazing.

Terry G.Terry Grossman: The Miso soup is very good too!

Lotus Thai Cuisine is one of The 13 Best Places for Chef Special in San Diego.

3. Lotus Thai Cuisine

8.6
3761 6th Ave (btwn Robinson & Evans Pl), San Diego, CA
Thai Restaurant · Hillcrest · 29 tips and reviews

Tamara H.Tamara Harrison: The ratio of cheap to delicious here is unreal. Way good food, low prices, and a cool atmosphere.

MattersOfGrey.comMattersOfGrey.com: Everything here is great. Best Thai in San Diego!

MarvinMarvin: Take advantage of their great lunch specials. Quick, delicious, and inexpensive.

Eda Mami (Tierrasanta) is one of The 13 Best Places for Chef Special in San Diego.

4. Eda Mami (Tierrasanta)

8.2
5950 Santo Rd, San Diego, CA
Sushi Restaurant · Tierrasanta · 21 tips and reviews

Tanvir H.Tanvir Hannan: Go there for Happy Hour 5-7PM, great prices, beautiful view of Torrey Pines Reserve

Lyn P.Lyn P: 50% when you order 3 sushi rolls. plus 99 cent sake with any beer purchase for you sake bomb lovers.

Lindsay M.Lindsay Mannion: Wonderful sushi place! Some of there sushi is 50% off.

Plumeria is one of The 13 Best Places for Chef Special in San Diego.

5. Plumeria

8.9
4661 Park Blvd, San Diego, CA
Vegan and Vegetarian Restaurant · University Heights · 46 tips and reviews

Timothy H.Timothy Hong: Definitely go for the mock duck. I had it with the green curry and it was seriously one of the best I've ever had. I'll definitely be back. Skip the garlic broccoli entree.

Roger M.Roger Ma: Go for their flower cups!! It's delicious!!

Aireen D.Aireen De Leon: Started off with Tom yum and chicken satay. The spicy noodle with shrimp and Rama with duck were delicious! Ended the meal with chocolate lava cake with vegan vanilla ice cream!

Cesar's Cigar and Wine Bar is one of The 13 Best Places for Chef Special in San Diego.

6. Cesar's Cigar and Wine Bar

7.6
503 5th Ave (at Island Ave), San Diego, CA
Lounge · Gaslamp · 5 tips and reviews

Mark B.Mark B: Great local Cigar Bar & Lounge in the Gaslamp District. Indoor and outdoor seating available although it’s not huge. Decent selection of sticks although at California prices. Very friendly Staff.

Hannibal S.Hannibal Smith: Watch out for bob

Biz T.Biz Traveldude: Bobby at the bar is the best

Royal India is one of The 13 Best Places for Chef Special in San Diego.

7. Royal India

7.7
3860 Valley Centre Dr Ste 402, San Diego, CA
Indian Restaurant · Carmel Valley · 12 tips and reviews

Athonia C.Athonia Cappelli: Fiery vegan & vegetarian friendly buffet. Wow! Beans Masala, fried onions, Dal & some curries🌶 confirmed vegan. Achar (pickled veggie) appears vegan too. Request Roti instead of naan upon arrival‼️

Temi H.Temi Hason: The lentil soup is great! They have $20 Open Buffet on Monday nights!

Brian K.Brian Kurlan: The quality of food for the expensive price is unjustified. I would avoid this place.

Todo Sushi is one of The 13 Best Places for Chef Special in San Diego.

8. Todo Sushi

8.1
9823 Carroll Canyon Rd, San Diego, CA
Sushi Restaurant · Scripps Ranch · 39 tips and reviews

Matthew R.Matthew Ratanasanophol: 50% off all the time on most sushi and nigiri.

Vicky T.Vicky Tseng: 50% off

AlenaAlena: Stuffed Jalapeño Roll :) here with Erik!

Golden Dragon: The Asian Bistro is one of The 13 Best Places for Chef Special in San Diego.

9. Golden Dragon: The Asian Bistro

8.3
414 University Ave (btwn 4th & 5th Ave), San Diego, CA
Chinese Restaurant · Hillcrest · 67 tips and reviews

Shelly M.Shelly Matthews: Love peanut sauce. This is THE DISH! Have to try the "Rama". Absolutely delicious.

Leah L.Leah Lombos: Try the chicken pad thai! It's delicious :)

Marc O.Marc Organo: Roast Duck Noodle soup is theee best! And so is the Honey Walnut Shrimp!

Bronx Pizza is one of The 13 Best Places for Chef Special in San Diego.

10. Bronx Pizza

9.3
111 Washington St (btwn 1st & 3rd Ave), San Diego, CA
Pizzeria · Hillcrest · 136 tips and reviews

Kat S.Kat S.: A little slice of NY in San Diego! Try the pepperoni or anything with ricotta. Hands down the best pizzeria in town!

Mark C.Mark C: Love the special. Get 2 of your favs and a drink.

Sean M.Sean Monzet: Take the crust from your first slice and fold your second slice around it. Best slice in Diego.

Niban Japanese Cuisine is one of The 13 Best Places for Chef Special in San Diego.

11. Niban Japanese Cuisine

7.6
7081 Clairemont Mesa Blvd (at Shawline St), San Diego, CA
Sushi Restaurant · Kearny Mesa · 36 tips and reviews

Bree M.Bree Mize: The Orange Blossom Roll is delicious, our go-to favorite!

Christine G.Christine Guaglianone: Crunchy roll. Yum.

Timothy I.Timothy Imasa: Try their Fried Calamari Roll.

Saigon On Fifth is one of The 13 Best Places for Chef Special in San Diego.

12. Saigon On Fifth

7.7
3900 5th Ave (at University Ave), San Diego, CA
Vietnamese Restaurant · Hillcrest · 53 tips and reviews

Roger M.Roger Ma: Get their shaken beef (bo luc lac)!

Bort R.Bort R: The background music is amazing.

Jennifer D.Jennifer Davies: If you like beef, tendon, and tripe in your pho, ask for the Special Pho. It isn't on the menu.

Cusp Dining & Drinks is one of The 13 Best Places for Chef Special in San Diego.

13. Cusp Dining & Drinks

7.1
7955 La Jolla Shores Dr, La Jolla, CA
Mediterranean Restaurant · La Jolla Shores · 17 tips and reviews

Jenn S.Jenn Stivers: Breathtaking ocean view . You can catch an awesome sunset. The food is very good.

Armi L.Armi L.: The crispy pork belly with honey sriracha glaze was tasty and cooked perfectly.

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