San Diego, California Restaurants

San Diego, California Restaurants
After a long day of hiking along the lush trails in San Diego or surfing in some of the best beaches in the world, you'll want to treat yourself to some of the best food the city has to offer. Luckily, in addition to being beautiful, San Diego boasts some incredible cuisine, largely due its diverse population.

Truluck's

Although Truluck's is a chain (located mostly in the southeast), it has been voted SanDiegoRestaurants.com's best restaurant by over 230,000 voters. Located in gorgeous La Jolla, you'll be able to take in some beautiful scenery as you dine on delectable seafood. If seafood's not your thing, you can also enjoy perfectly cooked steak. Open only for dinner at the La Jolla location, you can enjoy a date night special that includes an entree, soup or salad and a dessert, or order a la carte. The restaurant is open from 5pm-10pm daily.

Truluck's
8990 University Center Lane
San Diego, California 92122
(858) 453-2583
http://trulucks.com/pages/la-jolla-california

Bertrand at Mister A's

Owned by a master chef from the south of France, Bertrand at Mister A's blends classic American dishes with French and Mediterranean fare. Offering one of the best views in San Diego, Bertrand at Mister A's was voted Open Table Diner's Choice in 2009 for Best Scenic View and featured in Gayot.com as one of the Top 10 Best Scenic Restaurants in the United States. The restaurant also offers a lunch special dubbed "Lunch for $20 in Under $20 Minutes" if you're in a rush to get to the next hike or bike ride. Dinner entrees are served overlooking the twinkling lights of the city. Reservations can be made over the phone or online.

Bertrand at Mister A's
2550 Fifth Avenue Twelfth Floor,
San Diego, California 92103
(619) 239-1377
www.bertrandatmisteras.com

Baci Ristorante

Baci Ristorante offers award-winning Italian cuisine (winner of the AAA diamond award 11 times to date). The restaurant was opened in the late 1960s and remains a local favorite. The interior offers a simple bar and a welcoming, old-world Italian atmosphere.

Baci Ristorante
1955 West Morena Boulevard
San Diego, California 92110
(619) 275-2094
www.sandiegobaci.com

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