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A photo of Seasons 52 - San Diego - UTC restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(5309)
$$$$
• American • University City/Golden Triangle
Booked 43 times today
I was pleasantly surprised by the overall experience with Seasons 52. My initial thought was "well how good could a mall restaurant really be". The reality is, pretty darn good. The ambiance was warm and elevated. The staff was attentive. The food was good and service was quick. Lastly, the price was reasonable. I will be coming back.
A photo of Eddie V's - La Jolla restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(6524)
$$$$
• Seafood • La Jolla
Booked 62 times today
We love going to Eddie V's in La Jolla. It is a beautiful location and the service is always excellent, catering to the customer's wants and desires for the evening. We requested our favorite server, Gustavo, and we are never disappointed in his attentiveness and efforts to make us comfortable. We return every time we are in La Jolla.
A photo of Piatti - La Jolla restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(5532)
$$$$
• Italian • La Jolla
Booked 43 times today
All good, great service. We enjoyed our lunch and appreciated the tiramisu we received as a gift in recognition of our anniversary. We look forwarding to returning.
A photo of Barbusa restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(4899)
$$$$
• Italian • Little Italy
Booked 61 times today
We had an amazing experience, everyone from the owner to the entire staff was incredible. We highly recommend Barbusa.
A photo of Pacific Coast Grill - Cardiff restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(10640)
$$$$
• Seafood • Cardiff By The Sea
Booked 121 times today
View, service & food spectacular! Hosts & Valet crew awesome.
A photo of Benihana - San Diego, CA restaurant
4.3
Awesome(8421)
$$$$
• Japanese • Mission Valley
Booked 97 times today
Chef Paul is amazing & always attentive & such a wonderful chef. Food was delicious as always ❤️ Isabel was our server & she was on top of our drinks and excellent service . Thank you. We are planning our next trip soon.
A photo of Cloak + Petal restaurant
4.5
Awesome(1254)
$$$$
• Sushi • Little Italy
Booked 24 times today
We had a wonderful anniversary celebration! The food was fantastic, the nonalcoholic drinks were tasty, and they brought out an ice cream to share with a sparkler in it in celebration of our day. It was very nice, and the service was impeccable! Thank you for a lovely evening!
A photo of World Famous restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(1357)
$$$$
• Californian • Pacific Beach
Booked 37 times today
We sat at a table with large open window facing the beach. Food was great. They served food items that I haven’t seen anywhere else. Service was awesome.
A photo of Pacifica Del Mar restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(5054)
$$$$
• Seafood • Del Mar
Booked 25 times today
Hurry! This is an amazing spot for lunch or dinner! Amazing view and the best seafood around!
A photo of Alexander's on 30th restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(3491)
$$$$
• Italian • North Park
Booked 36 times today
Thank you staff at Alexanders! Everything was perfect!The food is consistently amazing and the service is attentive and friendly! Highly recommend the black mussels and the pink penne pasta!

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  • Randy
    San Diego •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    We sat at a table with large open window facing the beach. Food was great. They served food items that I haven’t seen anywhere else. Service was awesome.
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    World Famous$$$$• Californian• Pacific Beach
    •
    4.6
  • RJGold
    San Diego •26 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    I was pleasantly surprised by the overall experience with Seasons 52. My initial thought was "well how good could a mall restaurant really be". The reality is, pretty darn good. The ambiance was warm and elevated. The staff was attentive. The food was good and service was quick. Lastly, the price was reasonable. I will be coming back.
    More info
    Seasons 52 - San Diego - UTC$$$$• American• University City/Golden Triangle
    •
    4.8
  • Leticia
    Chicago / Illinois •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    All good, great service. We enjoyed our lunch and appreciated the tiramisu we received as a gift in recognition of our anniversary. We look forwarding to returning.
    More info
    Piatti - La Jolla$$$$• Italian• La Jolla
    •
    4.7
  • Jolene
    San Diego •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    We had a wonderful lunch here on the patio with our dog. Our server, Jose, was absolutely a joy. He made us laugh, we had fun conversation, he had great suggestions and was super accommodating. Our food was delicious. We will definitely come back!
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    Pacific Coast Grill - Cardiff$$$$• Seafood• Cardiff By The Sea
    •
    4.7
  • SelmaGold
    San Diego •12 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    We love going to Eddie V's in La Jolla. It is a beautiful location and the service is always excellent, catering to the customer's wants and desires for the evening. We requested our favorite server, Gustavo, and we are never disappointed in his attentiveness and efforts to make us comfortable. We return every time we are in La Jolla.
    More info
    Eddie V's - La Jolla$$$$• Seafood• La Jolla
    •
    4.8
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