Best San Diego Restaurants

Situated in Southern California, is the beautiful city of San Diego, California. It is known for its wide variety of attractions including several theme parks, museums, the zoo, the famous wild animal park, the San Diego Harbor filled with exciting activities, a multitude of shops, fine arts, beaches and many tasty eateries. Some of the best restaurants in the state of California, are located in this culturally diverse city. Reviewed below are some of the best in all of San Diego, and not to be missed by those who are visiting the are.

The Fish Market-Downtown

Situated in downtown San Diego, on North Harbor Drive. is The Fish Market-Downtown restaurant. First opened in 1976, this fresh seafood restaurant is known for preparing and serving the highest in quality seafood available. It literally sits over the waterfront as it is situated atop a dock that hangs out over the bay. Views from this location are quite breathtaking of the sea beyond. The menu features appetizer favorites such as Ginger Lime Prawns, Calamari Fritte, Smoked Trout Quesadilla and Oysters Rockefeller. The main menu offers favorites such as Poached Scottish Salmon, Mediterranean Prawns, Pacific White Sea Bass, Alaskan King Crab Legs and Australian Rock Lobster Tail. A variety of desserts like Cheesecake, Chocolate Seduction, Ice Cream and Coffee Dessert Drinks are available as well.

The Fish Market-Downtown
750 North Harbor Drive
San Diego, CA 92101
619-232-3474

Cucina Urbana

Sitting in the heart of Bunker's Hill, is the Cucina Urbana, a San Diego restaurant that is not to be missed. This restaurant is one of the best quality Italian eateries in town. Located just two blocks from the famous Balboa Park, this restaurant offers an elegant ambiance with excellent and prompt service in a pleasant atmosphere. Although the food is first class in quality, the prices are surprisingly reasonable. The Cubina Urbana is open for both lunch and supper, offering menu items such as Barbecue Octopus, Stone Baked Black Mussels, Sweet Corn Risotto, Whole Roasted Brook Trout, Eggplant Parmigiana and Pan Seared Atlantic Cod. The dessert menu features Gelato, Bread Pudding, Roasted Strawberry Fregolata and more. A kids menu is available as well.

Cucina Urbana
505 Laurel Street
San Diego, CA 92101
619-239-2222

George's At The Cove

Located in the heart of the San Diego suburban village of La Jolla , and within walking distance of multiple boutiques, galleries and museums, is George's At The Cove Restaurant. This restaurant offers spectacular views of the ocean, while enjoying a meal in the elegantly decorated dining areas. Three separate dining areas are available including the rooftop, the bar and grill area and the indoor more elegant setting of the downstairs. Menu favorites include Grilled Octopus, Pacific Oysters, Dungeness Crab-Sea Urchin Spaghetti, Swordfish, Maine Lobster Seafood Stew, Salmon, Braised Colorado Lamb Shank, and much more. A full bar with beer, fine wine and mixed drinks are available in all of the three dining areas. Be sure not to pass up the dessert menu, as it changes every week.

George's At The Cove
1250 Prospect Street
La Jolla, CA 92037
858-454-4244

References and Resources:

http://www.thefishmarket.com/menus.aspx?categoryid=17

http://www.cucinaurbana.com/

http://www.georgesatthecove.com/restaurants/california-modern