50 Best Salad Restaurants in San Diego

“Happy Hour at Artifact is the highlight of my week! I always look forward to those afternoons when I can wrap up an early day at work and walk over to unwind.

Kendra and Kelly are the best—they always greet me warmly and, knowing sparkling rosé is my go-to, pour a glass right after saying hello. The ambience is light and relaxing, and the conversation is consistently pleasant and entertaining—it’s the perfect way to transition from work mode to relaxation.

All of the food here is absolutely delicious, but the ahi crudo and beet salad are my favorites. They’re fresh, flavorful, and never disappoint.

Artifact has mastered the art of creating a welcoming, delicious, and enjoyable happy hour experience. Highly recommend!“

“We absolutely loved our dinner at Monzu in the Gaslamp! From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere was warm and welcoming, and the staff struck the perfect balance of being friendly, attentive, and knowledgeable. We started with the tartare di tonno, which was incredibly fresh and flavorful—an excellent beginning to the meal. The housemade focaccia deserves a special mention: airy, perfectly seasoned, and quite possibly the best I’ve ever had. For the main course, I enjoyed the bucatini all’amatriciana. The pasta was clearly house-made, cooked to perfection, and the sauce had that authentic depth of flavor that only true Southern Italian cooking delivers. We finished with an affogato, which was the ideal ending—simple, rich, and satisfying. Monzu offers authentic Southern Italian fare with genuine hospitality, and everything we tried reflected both freshness and craftsmanship. I would 100% return and highly recommend it to anyone looking for an unforgettable Italian dining experience in San Diego.“

“Good service, good atmosphere, great food“

“Travelling in the San Diego area, and my wife finds this place. After my previous nights dinner arrangement fail, a pig trough would have been an upgrade. This place was great. Greeted with a smile, food came out fast and was excellent. Mongolian beef and steamed pork dumplings. I could have eaten a 100 of those dumplings. Great value, service and experience.“

“yummy Ahi Tuna Salad www.theurbanmenu.com“

“The grilled chicken in any menu item. The chicken wrap is to kill for, according to my better half. The simple rice with grilled chicken kabob is my go-to. At least once a week.“

“An amazing find and shocked I haven’t heard more about this place. We did the 4 course pre fix and chose a variety of items but they even brought a few extra bites in between. The special oysters were amazing I hope they get on the menu full time in summer.“

“Amazing food Amazing service. Food was so fresh and delicious.“

“Small but cozy thai spot! Discovered the place by coincidence and ended up trying some of the dishes with my friends, they’re delicious!!
We tried pad see iw with red pork(?), Chinese broccoli with crispy pork, and one dish i can’t remember the name but it’s crispy pork salad with spicy & sour dressing. All the dishes were really good and worth the money.
Also, we visited on Sunday evening and they weren’t busy so we didn’t have to wait long.“

“ALWAYS ALWAYS FOREVER GOOD!“

“Excellent service!! Extremely comfortable rooms. 24/7 service.“

“Everything about Fernside is great!“

“Good service, fresh and delicious food, and reasonable price Definitely will be back .“

“Great Food! Great Price!Always fresh.“

“These are the best healthy salads in San Diego! I love the protein options as well, and I often get the grilled tofu which is delicious!! I have these salads delivered to me each week. The salads are huge…I can get at least 2 meals out of each one. And they are always made with love & care! :)“

“excelente servicio y súper ricos los platillos“

“It’s a beautiful restaurant in Carmel. It’s delicious. Serving sizes are huge and healthy. I loved all the healthy choices they had. I ended up trying the beat salad. It was amazing!“

“We have came twice from Denver Colorado and we loveeeeee this pizza! Mike is so welcoming as everyone else is please open one in Denver!!!“

“Stopped in for a quick lunch while I was in the area. Wow! I was very pleasantly surprised by the elegant but welcoming atmosphere, professional and friendly service, & excellent food! Their Market Lettuces salad makes the perfect lunch, but the Hummus starter and Bread of the Dead pizza is also highly recommended! I can not wait to come back for dinner and try their infamous octopus (also available at lunch fyi). Will return again and again!“

“When I needed it most, Bistro Europa came through in a way I’ll never forget. They didn’t just serve a sandwich — they served kindness, generosity, and a reminder of the good that still exists in this world. The sandwich? Absolutely the best I’ve ever had. Fresh, flavorful, and made with love — just like everything they do. I’m beyond grateful for this amazing team and their business. Thank you, Bistro Europa, for being there in a moment that truly mattered. We’ll be loyal customers for life! - Dustin Hufnal“

“excelente servicio y súper ricos los platillos“

“Very good the fresas con crema and the elote is bomb“

“We met Jim on the day we found out about him generously donating the proceeds of a fundraiser for Brandon, the late owner of “The Friendly”. They had run out of the “fundraiser special” so I tried the Super Beef. Piled high with rare, tender roast beef on a toasted Sweet Onion bun, I was blown away. It’s so huge that I really should have only eaten half but I couldn’t - stop - eating! The taste of this delicious sandwich, along with the friendly demeanor of Jim and his assistant Asher, will have us coming back over and over!“

“Absolutely love love love sweetgreen! You can customize any salad!! I get this for lunch all the time! Their salads make me so happy! ❤️🥗❤️“

“We had a great lunch and the waiter was very polite and helpful. I highly recommend this place.“

“My friend took me here for the first time. Healthy and delicious WaHt?? Love the decor and the staff was ver nice. The aisian salad I ordered was delish. Yummers! I’ll be back

Vegetarian options: It’s a salad place and there is tofu on the menu“

“Wow. From the moment I stepped in, I felt welcomed, like I just came home. The food is outstanding, service efficient, and atmosphere clean and inviting.

We ordered the tabouli salad, baba ganoush, fava bean dish, and gyros entree. Everything was so fresh and tasty - I could savor the authentic spices and flavors! Homemade hot sauce to top everything off was delicious. Their lemonade with rose water is refreshing!

With many colorful artworks on the wall and poems on the tables, you can feel the heartbeat of this place. The owner is so kind and shares his story with us. We will be back! 10/10 recommended!“

“Amazing program!!!! My son is so happy here and is learning so many valuable skills. I have never seen him so happy and proud with the dishes he is preparing. He texts me every day to show us his creations. He loves the teachers and has finally found his passion.“

“My wife and I have been visiting this location since it originally opened. We have never been disappointed. The food is fantastic and the Tzatziki sauce is my wife's favorite. The staff is always friendly and sincerely happy to see you. Sebastian at the front counter greets you as if your are a close friend. He will help you in any way he can to make your visit an enjoyable experience. Sometimes the music is a little loud, however, just ask them to turn it down. Also, now that the management has understood and addressed the issue they had with the unruly High Tech High students in and around the restaurant it has been a pleasure to sit inside or out side in the two patios. I would recommend the Koobideh Pita wrap with the Tzatziki sauce. The meat and spice mixture is wonderful, the French fries are always hot and crispy. Try dipping your fries into the Tzatziki you will not be disappointed. I also would like to mention the great kitchen staff. You can tell they enjoy being there. They are always busy, chit chat conversations between all staff are never observed. The manager is always ready to help if you have any issues.“

“I got the plate lunch with spicy garlic butter shrimp, Mac salad, and rice. Also tried a malasada, spam musubi, and a dirty soda. This was so good! You have to try their food. You will not be disappointed. I don't even want to leave - I just want to order more food lol“

“I recommend you bring back lamb on the menu.“

“Hey I just want to say the Luna grill down in Carmel valley was amazing and I want to give a special thank you to Athena for helping me out with my order she was polite and made sure i got everything I needed I recommend anyone that loves Mediterranean food check out this location 2 thumbs up will be back“

“Great meal had by all 7 of us. We were all more than happy with our meal and drinks. This place offers a great variety of choices making it hard to chose. The waiters and staff are very pleasant also. This was our second time there but it won’t be our last.“

“It was my first time there food was amazing!“

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I absolutely love Urban Plates! From the moment I walked in, I was greeted by a warm and inviting atmosphere that made me feel right at home. The menu offers a fantastic variety of fresh, seasonal ingredients, and every dish I’ve tried has been bursting with flavor. What really sets Urban Plates apart is their commitment to quality. The salads are vibrant and crisp, the proteins are cooked to perfection, and I can always count on their delicious, house-made sauces to elevate each meal. The option to customize my plate allows me to explore new flavors while sticking to my dietary preferences. The staff is incredibly friendly and attentive, always ready to recommend their favorites. Plus, the commitment to sustainability and using local ingredients makes me feel good about my choices. Whether I’m dining in or grabbing a meal to go, Urban Plates never disappoints. It’s truly one of my favorite spots to enjoy fresh, wholesome food!“

“Best customer service I’ve ever seen very nice, genuine, and fast when it came to putting pizza out. Extremely tasty overall great experience“

“I come here often. Nice place. The staff in this restaurant is a real team, they get along well with each other and are very attentive to customers. The food is healthy and tasty. Special thanks to Stephanie for giving me and everyone around me positivity and a good mood.“

“Delicious and can have healthy and/or indulgent selections“

“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!“

“The pizza is absolutely phenomenal here! The crust is crispy, chewy, and thin but sturdy enough to support whatever you choose to top it with. The Caesar salad was refreshing and perfectly dressed. The service has been fast and friendly every time we’ve stopped by - once we tried it we were hooked! Love that everything is halal, take all your friends here❤️“

“Enjoy the atmosphere and great food.“

“Mark the Bartender is the BEST“

“Everything at so saap is good! Papaya salad, laap was awesome! I visited twice in a week as I live in another state. I will be back one day.“

“I asked my friends to send me a photo of everything we ordered, none of us were able to take a snapshot of the mouth watering food that was placed in front of us. The French fries were perfect, shawarma wrap was perfect, burger PERFECT. I wish LA had a spot with shawarma as juicy and flavorful as Harissa’s“

“Can’t go wrong stopping at this gem! Excellent food(brisket is super-solid), creative/stylish menu, music/ambiance is on point, healthy drink options, and the best part: the peeps that operate it! Thank you to Justin & John for a great 1st experience! I’ll be back...🌞“

“Breakfast is so good. We highly recommend it 💯. We’ve been coming here for the last 3yrs.“

“It was very delicious very tasty & big portions! The service was alright it seemed like I was inconveniencing the young man at the counter by ordering lol *everyone has their days)😅 However it wasn't rude & it wasn't great either. However, the highlight of my trip was the food! It's very fresh & very tasty! The portions were very generous I was satisfied and had more left over! They are generous with their sauce station! And they all add great flavor! The restaurant was spotless & very chill to hang out in while I ate and took my time! I'll be back“

“Great place! Lots of options“

“I got to enjoy his pizza today at a popup at the Loma Club in liberty station. Words can not express how delicious the pizza is truly one of the best pizzas I've ever had. would be phenomenonal for weddings or events once we can have events again. I hope you get a chance to try this pizza.“

“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!“