50 Best Salad Restaurants in San Diego

“The food items were delicious, great selection of interesting dishes. The wine list was impressive (we’ve been to major wine areas all over the planet). However, what we were most impressed with was our server Olivia. She knew the menu items very well - could answer any and all questions that we had. She expressed herself very positively. Rather than ask “are you still working on that?”; she asked “are you still enjoying your meal?” Rather than reply to a thank you with “no problem” or “no worries”; Olivia replied with “my pleasure.” When we go back; we’ll make a point of asking for Olivia!!!“

“Food was nothing short of incredible. Tried the Super Beef and a Buffalo Tender Sub. The beef was super tender, sliced very thin, and piled high. The sauce was reminiscent of a bbq sauce but much lighter with a thinner consistency. Sauce was tangy and slightly sweet and works perfect with the flavor of the beef. The tenders were perfect and stayed crispy even when tossed in buffalo. Portions of both were large and absolutely worth the price. Try the tortellini salad! Customer service was great as well!“

“My favorite location! The service, the ambiance and the food is always amazing. The team at this location is wonderful. You are always greeted with a smile and they go above and beyond. You'll always find this location very clean and comfortable, while enjoying a delicious meal.“

“The Lavasanipour’s weren’t looking for a new favorite pizza place but….. If you happen to be, know that Mike’s will definitely impress. As soon as you walk in, welcomed with a warm greeting as if you were family arriving. Can’t say enough good things about this place! Big, HUGE shoutout to Massachusetts Mike’s team. What a fantastic touch to San Diego’s cuisine.“

“Urban Plates is a fantastic dining option for families looking for a healthy and delicious meal. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, making it the perfect spot to gather with loved ones.The menu offers a wide variety of healthy choices, from fresh salads to hearty grain bowls and flavorful proteins. Each dish is made with high-quality ingredients and expertly prepared, ensuring a satisfying and nutritious meal.And let's not forget about dessert - the options are just as delicious as the main courses. From decadent cakes to creamy puddings, there's something to satisfy every sweet tooth.Overall, Urban Plates is a must-visit for anyone looking for a wholesome and enjoyable dining experience. The food is top-notch, the atmosphere is welcoming, and the service is friendly. I can't wait to go back and try more of their delicious offerings.“

“My friend and I went here yesterday for their new brunch service and it was really great! The food was excellent (we had the fruit w/ mascarpone and I had the breakfast sandwich w/ potatoes) and the flavors were perfect. The decor was really cool and everyone that worked there was really lovely. I had no idea what to expect since we kind of found this place by chance, but I highly recommend it. It is in a bit of a random location, but don't be dissuaded by that. As an extra bonus, they have those amazing Japanese toilets in the bathroom, so don't skip that haha.“

“Service is excellent! Food is great. And affordable. We got some burgers and fries and they came with a drink at a very reasonable price. The person who took our order was pleasant and offered options to get our order sooner if we decided to order take out again. We will be back!“

“My niece celebrated her birthday!!OMG the food is a bomb!! so yummy and their service was 6 STARS!!! i kept asking the name of the food and the guy said don't worry when u come back i will take care of your order hahaha lovet! THANK YOU!“

“Maansi - who took my order and checked me out made my day with both professionalism and big Luna grill smile.Thanks Luna always great healthy food and great people.Parking: Plenty of room and the 15 minute parking is easy for take outKid-friendliness: Always kid friendly and easy to pick up mf or bring family in“

“Just had an outstanding time in San Diego at a, confidential name unwrapping, barbecue spot. You haven't truly savored BBQ until Josh served you! His smile made my perfect BBQ plate even better. Seems they know a thing or two not just about top-notch service, but also feast a knockout Big O'Melt sandwich, tantalizing chicken fingers in buffalo sauce, and by the look of their busy dog-friendly patio, even pets have a favourite. They took casual dining a step higher I giving us outstandingly delectable Tim's old-fashioned treats. Perfect for viewing sports on screen. BBQ heaven, here we come! Astonishing setting with music, a mini arcade for extra fun, friendly staff even my kids felt at home the in playground. A vibrant vibe in every bit. Notably, Alejandro, attended to us beyond measure. Now I have well matches face, name and great service! Unbelievable mac n cheese, brisket, and bread pudding offered consistently whipped us into indulgent fancies. The next outing has already been hinted at by my family. The family-style platter was a whirlwind satisfaction for all 12 us. Feisty meal-portions for the win! Now forever we will be their fans!“

“I've been meaning to write this since Feb (2 mo ago). I was hungry when I Googled "Pizza near me" and Hillcrust Pizza popped up. Santiago took my order. He recommended a pizza and said it was "really good." LIAR!! It was FANTASTIC?!! Santiago so undersold his recommendation. I've been back 3 times (and bragging to all my friends about the spectacular food), trying something new each time. The Meatball Hilly... so beautiful ! Very difficult to pick one as a favorite pizza because they've ALL been amazing!! Most recent orders for our pizza crowd were Golden Hill, Classic Cheese, Downtown, and The Boulevard (White pizza). A wide variety of choices where everyone felt they were a winner! And for those who routinely leave the pizza crust... to leave a Hillcrust Pizza crust uneaten would be a sin.Sorry no pictures. We DEVOURED the food before we realized we had forgotten to take pictures. The posted pictures ? from the menu do NOT truly capture the experience.Thank you, Santiago! Thank you, Hillcrust Pizza! And thank you Google for aligning the universe to connect me to Hillcrust Pizza! ?“

“Talk about great service and food!! Litzy and Emily were amazing. They gave us great recommendations about which foods are delicious and it didn't not disappoint. The loaded fries were bomb dot com!!!!! Thank you Litzy and Emily I'll be coming back in future for sure!“

“Believe them when they say they offer large portions! Every salad option and specialty plate is easily shareable and very fresh and delicious. We dined in and took home considerably more than ate during our visit. Looking forward to trying other menu items and having leftovers for days!“

“I'm a retired Executive Chef moved to 4S Ranch in Dec. I love this Restaurant I bring everyone here to enjoy and savor the flavors and my friends agree. We come for the fresh flavors of The Burma Restaurant. Take very good care of your amazing kitchen staff and Front of the house employees they are what Burma is. Thank You“

“My husband and I had dinner here last night. And WOW! It’s a small place but those are always the best! Authentic Italian food and so yummy! And of course, service was great! Very nice people and AMAZING food! So good. I’m so pleased. We’ll be back for sure.“

“An inviting atmosphere! DELICIOUS & healthy food! Friendly Staff! I am SOOO very glad they came to our neighborhood here in PB! Thank you for the yummy-eat LOADED-Sweet~Potato I have EVER HAD!! (with hand made savory sauce to top it off... :) YUMMY“

“Terry and his wife are amazing. This place is delish. We had the prosciutto and arugula pizza and the burrata appetizer. Both were delicious. At the end of the mealnthey give you these warmed chocolate chip cookies with sea salt! Good prices and a good drink list.“

“Fresh clean and taste delicious!!! Definitely a must. Don't miss out on Chef Boaz’s magic touch everything on Harissa's menus is, precisely seasoned Yummy.(I can't llive without Chef Boaz’s food and not just because he is my husband :)?)“

“Let’s be honest. There’s a LOT of places in San Diego to get Italian food. But Alexander’s is the best.I don’t make the rules. But I’ll explain why.Alexander’s consistently has very tasty dishes (and, admittedly, we’ve eaten here way too many times and have tried a lot of them).The service is always great. Whoever is the hiring manager here, clearly has a magic touch. Every member of staff here is personable, approachable, efficient, and great at what they do.And the vibe here, is really just perfect. We enjoy the back patio most. It’s elegant but not so over the top—and honestly, in a city where every place is trying to be a flashy, in your face “aesthetic,” Alexanders just delivers a beautiful tasteful atmosphere that can honestly handle anything.Need a place to take a date? It’s a great spot for that. Taking a client to dinner? Also great for that. Maybe you’re just wanting to enjoy a nice meal with friends and you want to eat someplace nice but not feel obligated to bust out the formal shoes. Alexanders. Perfect.We’ve been here so many times, the food and service is always consistently great. The selection of movies they have playing in black and white is also a favorite added touch. We absolutely adore this place.And everyone we’ve ever brought here has too.“

“On food alone I would give 5 stars. Our first visit we were greeted with very rude front counter. Really started our dining experience on a sour note. However, we decided to assume that the server was just having a bad day. Glad we did, the food was delicious. We came back the next day for more.“

“Amazing food and amazing staff! My husband and I went for breakfast and ordered the meatloaf Benedict and the chicken and waffles tower. They were huge portions but so so delicious! The staff was super friendly and were very happy to be at work. Highly recommend!“

“So pleasantly surprised by this place! We got the both XLB flavors, a couple of the dumplings, orange chicken and chicken chow mein. The noodles in the chow mein were slightly overcooked but that didn't take away from the flavor. All the dumplings were delicious and the orange chicken was some of the best I've had. Crispy and sweet but not overly sweet. We have picky kids and all of them devoured the food. Prices were fair and we are looking forward to returning! Service was great, waitstaff were nice and food came out quick!“

“Great service, not the best looking location, but some pretty darn good food! I’m petty picky about my pad Thai and they made it just right. Location isn’t the best looking but that’s not what we fatties are here for right!!!? Highly recommend :)“

“Cowabunga dudes and dudettes! If you're cruising for some righteous eats after catching some totally tubular waves, then make sure to hang ten into the Surf Side Deli in Point Loma. Located in a funky little strip mall full of fishing shops, this bodacious deli serves up some gnarly grub that will leave your tastebuds hanging five. Scoring a parking spot can be a bit of a bummer with all the switched-on surfers filling up the lot, but it's well worth maneuvering into a tight spot to soak up the heavenly aromas wafting from this hip hole-in-the-wall. One whiff of the fresh baked bread, veggie crispers and premium deli meats and you'll be amped to snag a table. I bellied up and ordered the Admiral's Avocado Delight sandwich - which may just be the most epic thing ever assembled between two slices of bread! Layers of creamy avocado, veggies galore and thinly sliced meats dripping with flavor all came together into the most mouthwatering meal since I paddled out at Pipeline. This glorious sandwich was a totally tubular taste treat! I washed it all down with an Arnold Palmer, which was a tasty mix of lemonade and iced tea. But as stoked as I was on the eats, I was majorly bummed that this bodacious deli closes up shop at 5pm. With my day gig keeping me hanging ten in the office late into the evenings, their early close makes scoring a handcrafted sandwich a bit tricky. So if you're looking to get pitted on some awesome eats, be sure to carve out some time before five and make the epic journey to the Surf Side Deli in Point Loma. Cowabunga! This shoreline shack serves up the sickest sandwiches in town - but you gotta get there fast before they shut it all down. A shore thing for good times and great food!“

“Their BBQ chicken and rice bowl is delicious! Bee is amazing and keeps everything moving smoothly. Actually, the entire crew is great. The decor is stylish and welcoming. The prices are good and the service is also! Thai Joint gets 11 out of 10 stars from me.“

“This is one of the coziest spots in SD. They even asked if they could put our jackets on the coat rack. It’s small and feels warm and friendly and inviting. Food was superb too and I highly recommend the wine pairing! Came here for an anniversary dinner and our favorite course was the salad and soup.“

“Best Gyro's. Stuffed with lots of meat, diced veggies. A little of everything with every bite. Very, very fresh.Always feel welcomed with every visit. If there are any slight issues with anything, they go the extra mile to make it just right. This place is Awesome and of course, so is the food.Also LOVE, LOVE the beet salads!“

“Mi novio y yo visitamos el lugar y tiene una excelente atención al cliente, nos dieron a probar sopas y fueron muy amables. La comida es deliciosa, fresca, sana con muy buenas porciones y una comida completa y balanceada. Muchas felicidades por su concepto!. Que sigan cumpliendo mas años“

“My co-review writer (my 13 year old little dude) and I wish we could give ZoZo's a 10 star review. This place is AWESOME. The staff was all so friendly and kind, and the place is clean and the food is AWESOME.We popped in for an easy lunch, and each got a single slice of pepperoni. The slices are well sized and the flavor was awesome. We grabbed a soda off the drink wall and sat outside. We were both super happy with this experience.There are tables inside & out, and wow, what a positive change from how this restaurant used to look. We will definately be stopping by here again during our stay! Great Job ZoZo!“

“Let me start off by saying that Jill is amazing. My family came in hungry and happy - ready to eat. She welcomed us with a smile and the service didn't stop there. Once our food came she checked on us several times to make sure we had everything we needed. The food was great and the ambiance was perfect.“

“My husband found this place based on the reviews and he was right, really good spot! Don’t be fooled when parking. The restaurant is colorful, the staff super friendly, and the food was delicious. I also noticed how busy the waiting room got, so I’m glad we got here early “

“Great food, fair pricing, good portions, and VERY clean! We (family of 5)ordered 2 chicken BBQ plates, and a Smack’n Combo and still had a good amount of leftovers to enjoy later. Christian, the owner, was very friendly. My family loved our meal and the kids gave it 5 stars!“

“Came and ate here and had a few slushies. I had the Mexican Firing Squad, my husband had the Ube Colada. Both were delightful! To eat I had the Shrimp Fried Rice and my husband had the Fancy Grilled Cheese and added chicken. The food was delicious! Especially the SFR! It was a very large portion. A friend of ours had the wedge salad and it was huge and looked ? delicious. I will be ordering one next time. They had great music going on amd the staff were all super friendly and welcoming. I will definitely be back!“

“Great dining experience! I met there with a friend shortly after opening. It was quiet, and our server displayed was the great balance of patience and attentiveness as my friend and I did 10 years of catching up! I would definitely come here again.“

“Be prepared- if you order the cheese board, it's a full meal! Absolutely delicious with fresh bread and fruit. I halved the burger with a friend, and it was outstanding as well. The cocktails are amazing and beautiful to look at. The service was fantastic. Highly, highly recommend! Would done again“

“Nostalgia Coffee Roasters might be my new go-to spot. Immediately when I walked in, I was greeted with a warm welcome. The staff member at the register was SO kind and answered all of my questions about the menu. The lattes were all yummy, with a good balance of espresso flavor to sweetness. They added fruits and nuts to my oatmeal without charge!! The wraps were fresh, flavorful, and affordable ($8 and $12) for the quality. The vibe of the shop was friendly and warm.“

“insideOUT is a wonderful place right in the heart of Hillcrest. We were seated the moment we arrived. The place is gorgeous and something different for people who are bored with an ordinary restaurant. The staff were all so kind. And the food is sublime! *chef's kiss* We will be back very soon. But getting an outdoor reservation... now THAT'S the hard part.“

“We have ordered Kebabs before here, we recently ordered a meal kit that was all rice and hardly any meat, I mean it was a joke, its a $30 meal. I messaged them because we have ordered several times before and thought maybe they would try to make it right but they never replied. This was 2 weeks ago. We will never buy food here again! The servings are very small and there are tons of other places to eat or order take out around here if they want to be jerks about it! The food is average really, we order out frequently so as not to have to cook and live in the area. We got about $1 worth of rice and lettuce for a $30 meal plate, what a joke!“

“Very modern and attractive open air setting. The patio on the water is great and design quite successfully brings the outdoors inside on a cool spring evening. We loved on our first visit which will definitely not be our last.Service was excellent too on a quiet Monday evening without a reservation.I normally have a fish entree and the oysters were tempting. But for some reason I chose the burger. It was delicious.They have a pretty good selection of wines by the glass, including a red blend called Pessimist which I buy by the bottle for home when it's available. Do try it. It is excellent!“

“Always love it there. Just went there last night and I was so frazzled from a bad day and both the man who worked there and the woman at the register were so nice to me. I was being that annoying customer not able to decide on the menu. I was between curry and pad Thai and she gave me such a great recommendation to get the khao soi which is egg noodle with curry base so I kinda get both. I never had it before and I loved it and will now be part of my usual order when I want Thai.“

“Cannot stress how good the food is at this place! The Burrata and Mortadella sandwich is easily in the top 3 sandwiches I’ve ever eaten, and quite possibly #1.Everything from the sandwich, to the side salad, to the cucumber lemonade was top notch. Will definitely be back.“

“So good! My new favorite pizza place. The quality is amazing and the pizza is delicious. You also can't beat the $7.99 carry-out deal. My favorite pizza is the Canadian bacon and pineapple. I can easily eat the entire pizza in one sitting, even though I shouldn't. My only complaint is the inconsistency with toppings! I've ordered a few times and noticed I get fewer toppings sometimes“

“I went to Urban Cafe and I just wanted to say that they have very delicious food and their service is very good.The people there are very nice and respectful plus, their food is healthy and delicious. Their management is great and everything is clean and tidy. I simply love it!“

“A lovely steakhouse on the high end side. Beautiful restaurant! It used to be the old Hunters many years ago. The bar is very nice. Food was excellent. Loved the lamp light on the tables. You can actually change the light from low to high dim by touching it. (Yes, it was cool to have that so I can read my menu when it can be dark in the rooms). Typical fancy resraurants. :) Overall fantastic staff, service, and location.“

“This place has such yummy acai bowls!! The service was fast and the worker was so nice. I was really happy about the portion size here. A good amount of acai, plus ample amounts of strawberry, banana, some blueberries and blackberries, plus some granola, shredded coconut, and a bit of honey. There was no one in the store when I went, which is such a shame - this place is a hidden gem, I guess (despite being literally right next to El Cajon blvd). There is seating inside in case you'd like to dine-in. I will be sure to return!“

“Freshly prepared food! The food is exceptional! Very tasty and well prepared and you can chose among many menu options. I love the service at the place and the chef is so friendly with the guests and always takes care to offer the best quality! I highly recommend this place.“

“I tried the Kebab shop location in Ventura and have loved it ever since, so when I was getting into San Diego after a long work week I was craving the freshness and cleanliness feel of the Kebab Shop food. I had the San Diego wrap previously which was fantastic and turned me onto this place in the first place. This time I had a bowl on greens with chicken and added rice and hummus. They have the greatest mixture of flavors with their ingredients and the classic garlic yogurt sauce brings it all together. Love this place and have tried to make my own version at home but just doesn't compare.“

“Que Sazon is a very small Mexican Torta restaurant which is perfect for takeaway or a quick snack. They have a very small patio area with just 5 seats so unless you get lucky plan on takeaway. I had the Mango Tostada with fish which was a reasonable size, lots of mango chunk, very tasty but a little to spicy for a lightweight like me. The Agua Fresca was very tasty and refreshing and helped counter the spicy serrano sauce.“

“I pass by Big Front Door often heading to work. Decided to stop in and give it a try this afternoon. I got their Cobbler salad and my friend got the chicken parmesan sandwich. The portion sizes are very generous, I asked for extra dressing with my salad and didn't really need it as there was a decent amount left. The food tasted great and was served up without much of a wait time. The star of the show was the gentleman that helped us though! I wish I had taken the time to get his name to give him proper credit. He greeted us, made small talk while my friend and I decided what to have and as we were leaving he offered to clear our table for us. Very polite and friendly! I will definitely be adding this to my list of regular places to go.“

“Great ambiance, delicious food. I ordered the chef's pesto salad and added the chicken for extra protein. The portion was fairly large, dressing was on the healthier side and yummy. For sure I’ll go back to try the rest of the menu.“