50 Best American Restaurants in San Diego

“Excellent food and very good service. Everything was delicious and the portions were huge. It was expensive for breakfast, but great for a special occasion.“

“Delicious malts and delicious food! Homemade French fries and home made ranch dressing“

“Service and ambiance, exceptional service and night life… live dj, good musical and still able to have conversation“

“Gorgeous view and atmosphere“

“This place is just great. Come here every once in a while for lunch on the weekdays, but today, they had Chilaquiles with Carnitas. Totopos were really good, salsa was AMAZING & the Carnitas... Anyway, I really hope they have them more often!!!“

“The only downside is the hired help, Ryan Bradford telling people they deserve to be killed (lynched, was his exact words) when he's posting on social media.“

“Very friendly and professional staff . Five star ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️“

“Really enjoyed our first visit to Parkhouse. Definitely coming back. Food and drinks were delicious. The service was exceptional“

“We are from “the beef capital” of Australia and discovered The Lion’s Share during SDCC 2023. My husband has very high standards when it comes to meat (his family owned a cattle property) and he could not fault a single dish. We tried camel sausage for the first time and were amazed at the flavor. Every dish was delicious, and make sure you try the brussel sprouts. A restaurant that specializes under exotic meats that can make brussel sprouts that delicious is doing something right! It is our must visit restaurant when we visit San Diego“

“The food came out fast. We love their fries. I had customizations on my steak Mac n cheese, and it didn't come out exactly right. The staff made it right immediately after they know about it. My 2 toddlers had a good time here, too. 5 stars for this visit.“

“We visited Hoorah Cafe for brunch right after our son’s graduation, and it turned out to be the perfect choice. Even though they don’t take reservations and the place was absolutely packed with graduates and their families, the wait for a table wasn’t bad at all. It honestly felt like the team anticipated the rush — they were organized, calm, and ready for the day.

Once seated, our food took about 20–30 minutes, which was completely understandable given the huge crowd that arrived all at once. What impressed us most was how smoothly the staff handled everything. Service was warm, attentive, and genuinely friendly, even under pressure.

The food itself was delicious — fresh, flavorful, and worth the wait. They also have a great coffee bar, which made the experience even better. We enjoyed some really yummy coffee while waiting, and it made the whole morning feel relaxed and enjoyable rather than rushed.

Overall, we had a wonderful time and left extremely happy. Highly recommend Hoorah Cafe, especially for brunch, and we’re already looking forward to returning soon.“

“I had dinner here last night with my wife and 2 kids. The service was amazing. The guy was passionate about beer and made sure we got drinks that we liked. The tacos were very very good, the pesto pasta was good. Selecting beer by the oz was cool. It allowed us to sample things we might not usually try.
After we ate we moved out to the patio and the guy running the place turned on the fire pit for us while we enjoyed a few more drinks. 10/10“

“Just spent five nights at the Wyndham Baysidd and had breakfast every morning at Hazelwoods. Great food, fabulous staff. Highly recommend them. Ann & Steve from NJ“

“Im gonna start with great service, delicious drinks and the food was on point. I enjoyed the lamb it was amazing. Oh please if you are over 21 please order the cold brew martini!!! The best dessert for me!“

“Excellent steaks, great service and wonderful atmosphere!!!“

“Great place! Excellent service! Delicious food!“

“Take a date! Take a friend! Hell, go alone if you want!

This place is the most perfect convergence of awesome things all mingled into one: A lounge, a bar, an awesome restaurant, a relaxing poolside hangout, a motel, a theater, a California-to-the-core vibe, a wonderfully comfy and swanky mid-century gem, suitable for young and old alike. And best of all. it's NOT pretentious!

To me, this is the sort of place that truly gives San Diego its well warranted identity.“

“Fabulous oysters! Definitely worth the wait!“

“Really pleasant staff and a great menu selection. I didn't take any photos because I dove right into the meal but it was delightful. Prices about average for San Diego area breakfasts.“

“We are from out of town and decided to stop by since it’s close to our rental. I cannot recommend this place enough. The food is so good and the service is amazing. I ordered “To The Bitter End” that was created by our bartender, Janeli. That drink is fantastic and she (Janeli) took great care of us. My husband had been traveling all day and was so hungry. We are so glad we stopped in. Thank you so much!“

“We had a lovely time. The food is soso good!“

“Soft toasted Bagel with Cream cheese, Orange juice. Hot Coffee with honey sugar tow . Honey Sparkling Water. Daniel Smith.“

“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!“

“This place was delicious I had the normal melt with bacon the chef Atoy did a great job cooking our burgers timely and to the right temp
One thing to note is it doesn’t automatically come with tomato or lettuce but you can add them in for free“

“Very impressed with the service here!!! The girl working the host stand was super nice and our server went above and beyond checking in on us and just being such a sweet heart!!!! We just got drinks this time (they were amazing) and we'll be back to try the food next time!!! Make sure to check this place out!“

“Everything about that place! Just AMAZING!“

“Service 💯 Food 💯 Drinks 💯“

“I stopped in recently and was blown away by both the food and the atmosphere. Their burgers are an incredible deal at only $11–$12, but the quality is on the level of places that charge twice as much. Every bite tastes like something crafted with real care.
I ordered the OK Burger, and WOW, this smash burger was loaded with perfectly grilled onions and just the right amount of garlic. Super flavorful, juicy, and cooked to perfection. They also offer a great selection of cold cut sandwiches, which is perfect if you're craving something different but still want the same level of quality.
I also tried one of their cocktails made with cucumber and Empress gin, and it was fantastic. It was refreshing, smooth, and beautifully balanced. It paired perfectly with the meal.
Friendly service, great vibe, fantastic food, and standout drinks! What more could you ask for? I’ll definitely be back!“

“Beautiful outdoor seating overlooking the marina. Plenty of seats for a weekday breakfast. Food is absolutely delicious! Perfect portion size for those with a big appetite. Breakfast smash was flavorful and pairs well with a cold brew. Breakfast burrito was huge(!!!) And easily shareable (which we absolutely LOVED). GREAT little breakfast/brunch spot for a family!“

“We attended the 20th annual Celebrate the Craft. It was fantastic and we thoroughly enjoyed the event. The waitstaff at the bar was friendly and provided excellent service.“

“I had an excellent experience with Alan. His service was incredibly fast and efficient, and he was very friendly throughout the process.“

“So many delicious options 😋 , fast and friendly service“

“I happened to find this cidery through National Cider month this year. I was so excited to try their cider that I signed up for their monthly cider club, sadly to find out that they don't ship to Minnesota. They worked with me on sending a few of their ciders though and I was hooked!

Fast forward a few months and I happen to be in San Diego so we decided to stop in. The atmosphere was amazing! It was like finding a piece of the woods in the middle of busy San Diego. The staff was fantastic to interact with, the food was so delicious, and the cider is fabulous! I have a huge love for dry ciders and their ciders check those boxes. Even the non-dry ciders are not overly sweet. Definitely will be back and hoping one day I can get their cider back here in Minnesota.“

“You guys are the real MVPs Not having a special menu goes the extra mile to show that you’re willing to show gratitude to veterans. Now I’m a regular after eating here. Shout out for the flank steak last night. Our server Belle was great as well.“

“My first time I California and this was the best place! I tried a couple places and this pace had the best food and drinks! And the crew was amazing!“

“Friendly and courteous staff, high quality and delicious food! Love their drinks and desserts as well. The menu is not overwhelming for me to choose! Lovely atmosphere!“

“decent seafood views are qorth the prices“

“Awesome deli! We stayed at hotel by here and they gave voucher for each night of our stay. Honestly, we don’t usually use these incentives, because I’m not a breakfast person. My husband used it the first morning for breakfast sandwich. He raved about how delicious the sandwich was and it looked great. We’ve been back the 2nd & 3rd days to have lunch each time. They have an extensive menu and everything we’ve had has been delicious. Sandwiches are on delicious bread and with plenty of meat and cheese. Highly recommend this place for food choice, quality, and great friendly service!!!“

“Dining and sight-seeing... Delicious and Beautiful“

“2 Sundays a month guaranteed! We love an old school diner that gives back to the community.“

“So FRESH! So DELISH! Isabel was our servir. She anticipated our every need.“

“Love eating here! Great customer service, delicious food, and a perfect ambiance. Immediately a new favorite and looking forward to our next visit!“

“good hospitality and service an the prices are reasonable an the food is very good an the place is nice an clean , really like an enjoy eating their , may God bless them an their families 😎“

“A true Philly Cheesesteak. Best I’ve had in awhile and one of the more memorable dishes I’ve eaten while on my trip to the west coast. 10 out of 10 recommend.“

“Very good food and healthy choices“

“Fabulous as always 😀 thank you“

“If you ever thought of taking a cruise but haven't yet? Visit The Gaylord Pacific it feel like your on a cruise 🛳Iiner. It's not too busy. We ate at Treo. Several had the Wagyu Burgers and garlic fries, loved them. I tried the pasta with delicious toppings and was very impressed with how flavorful it was with great presentation. Excellent experience.“

“If you want a spot to watch a Philly game, this is very clearly the place to be in San Diego. I've watched Birds, Flyers, and Phillies games here. It's absolutely packed for Eagles games, with the crowd spread between two indoor spaces and a large outdoor area. IMO, the IPA choices here have been comparatively weak when San Diego has so many great IPAs to offer, especially at both nearby North Park and Pure Project, but there is a decent selection of other styles. However, the pretzel is the real selling point. Whether on its own or as the bread of a sandwich (the Spicy Turkey was recommended to me and it is quite delicious!), the soft pretzels are the real deal. I saw lots of people coming in just to eat, and I can't blame them.“

“todo está muy rico,lo que pidan estoy segura que les gustará!!“