26 Best Salad Restaurants in San Diego

“We wanted to try this place for a long time but we only had several times drink at here before. Mingei is my favorite museum in SD and a restaurant at here, it is gonna be good! Plus their drinks are pretty nice as I remember. And yes, I’ll say here’s food is worthy to try. We ordered a Vietnamese pork meatball and a choripan burger, they are all fusion style food, which I like - A lot of different culture inspired cuisine. Meatball is flavorful and burger is juicy and tender. I would like more Vietnamese flavor in the meatball like fish sauce I guess, now I feel the Vietnamese flavor is not enough. The service is nice and the atmosphere is great. I’ll definitely recommend you come to try.“

“Great Food! Great Price!Always fresh.“

“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.“

“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!“

“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!!!“

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

“Good service, good atmosphere, great food“

“excelente servicio y súper ricos los platillos“

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

“excelente servicio y súper ricos los platillos“

“yummy Ahi Tuna Salad www.theurbanmenu.com“

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

“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.“

“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.“

“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.“

“Went for Saturday brunch. Three of us had the harissa eggs benedict and all 3 said it was delicious. I had the Shakshuka and it was also delicious. The only downside was they had no decaf coffee, which I found strange. Also, the server got confused on our beverage order. Other than that it was great. I highly recommend.“

“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!“

“Black Radish - Opened the door and walked into an Elegant yet casual interior. The vibe was warm and the staff very kind, accommodating, and friendly. The menu is unique, not the typical items that appear on almost all restaurant menus. First off were the Biscuits. Excellent texture, wonderful flavor and served with a soft herbed butter. Absolutely Amazing. Next up the Coconut soup, Delicious with a hint of spice from thinly sliced Serrano peppers on top and wow! Pure Yum! Following up with the Pappardelle with squash. This dish was perfection. The pasta noodles were cooked perfectly. The flavor of the pasta noodles was delicious and with the sauce and squash it was unbelievably delicious. One of the best pasta dishes I have ever had. The food is amazing and full of delicious flavors. High quality ingredients expertly prepared.
2 criticisms however;
* The portions are ridiculously small with a steep price tag
* The bathroom is part of the main dining room so when one walks into the bathroom those sitting at certain tables can view the interior of the bathroom - I find this distasteful.“

“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!“