39 Best Salad Restaurants in San Diego

“My adult son and I attended the Romanian dinner and it was FABULOUS! Four course delicious and innovative! We will return:) Artifact is mot to be missed. I've enjoyed several lunches before theatre and last night's Romanian themed dinner. One of my fave restaurants:) thanks you and see you soon.“

“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“

“yummy Ahi Tuna Salad www.theurbanmenu.com“

“Visitors from Texas: We went for breakfast, and the food was simply delicious and the prices were reasonable. But the best part was the service: We lost some documents, and we thought we'd left them there. The entire staff was cooperative and friendly. They even gave us a follow-up call. Unfortunately, we couldn't find them (we lost them in the parking lot), but we were very grateful for the staff's support. If you go to San Diego, be sure to visit this delicious restaurant!! We will definitely return!“

“This is excellent Thai street food. We’ve been coming to this location for quite a while. They’ve refreshed the menu, but the same favorites are still there. We had Tom Yum soup, an order of gyoza, and two vegetable delights. It was quiet, service was great and the food is excellent. Even if you want to try Thai this is a great place to start.“

“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.“

“The food was exceptionally good. I would eat the French toast weekly if I lived near by. The coffee cake was also exceptional. Ever member of my party enjoyed everything. The ambiance is fun. The impromptu snow storm gave us a smile, even if our table didn't get umbrellas. I will say, the bathroom experience is... Interesting and not for the modest (windows looking out to the farmers market). Also make sure to ask to be in the atrium or you miss a good part of the experience.“

“Came on a whim with my wife and son for lunch. So glad we did! We got the soup dumplings, pork buns, fried dumplings, and scallion pancakes, all of which were excellent. The staff was very friendly and welcoming. Definitely will be coming back!“

“Everything about Fernside is great!“

“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.“

“ALWAYS ALWAYS FOREVER GOOD!“

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

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

“Great Food! Great Price!Always fresh.“

“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“

“Best salads ever! Extremely fresh and wonderful customer service!“

“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!!!“

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

“excelente servicio y súper ricos los platillos“

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

“Small place but great food if you like the Hawaiian vibe. The Katsu's are tasty and super crispy! Reminds me of places I've been in Hawaii and Japan. They have some fun selections for beverages and dessert. It can get crazy busy but worth the wait.“

“excelente servicio y súper ricos los platillos“

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

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

“I love this place and their food. The owner is very welcoming and kind This place is authentic, cozy and I enjoy the Art work displayed on the walls that are painted by the owner.
The food is also amazing , I enjoy my visits every time and I always recommend it to my friends.“

“We had a great dining experience at Urban Plates in Long Beach. Mariana explained the menu choices in a very unrushed manner, and we decided on the steak. I ordered the Chimichurri grass-fed steak with balsamic brussel sprouts and herb-roasted potatoes. All of it was delicious ( and healthy too!). The deserts were absolutely killer too. We will definitely eat here again next time we're in Long Beach.“

“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.“

“We definitely enjoyed our lunch at BougieMana. Very delicious food, small shareable plates, which we enjoy and good wine list. Our server Diana was terrific as was the hostess, both very personable and friendly, as were all the other staff that served us.“

“I had the mango salad with chicken. It had a wide variety of lettuces giving it nice texture and flavor. We had a side of the consistently tasty curried couscous. The atmosphere with its turf and play area was nice for families, especially those with young children and those like us with our Collie and Golden Retriever in tow. The service was efficient but not intrusive. We opted to eat outside there.“

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

“I had a great experience at Luna grill. The grilled chicken and hummus were especially delicious. The service made the visit even better Melanie and Elizabeth were both so friendly, attentive, and made sure everything was perfect from start to finish. Definitely recommend this location for anyone looking for great Mediterranean food.“

“Everything they have is good! Seeing Taylor and Melissa at the Poway Farmers Market every Saturday, and picking up two more containers of their delicious greens is the highlight of my week!“

“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.“

“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!“

“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!“