Tapas Restaurants in San Diego, CA

“This is a cozy place that offers excellent food. Everything we had was excellent. The Sweet Corn and Pinion Soup, Patatas Bravas, Pork Adovada, and the New Mexico Mini Burger were all delicious. The dessert was out of this world. Chocolate Pots de Creme. Highly recommend making a reservation as this cozy place is very busy, but worth it.“

“I attended Juniper & Ivy for a small post-wedding reception. The space was nice and sectioned off from the rest of the restaurant, although it was loud at times because it’s separated by a curtain. It did still feel private, which was great. Although I was the photographer at this wedding, the staff was still super nice and was able to get me a vegetarian meal. They also let the couple bring in their own cakes, which was great! I’d recommend this spot for a smaller reception for sure.“

“So good! I visited solo on a Friday night and was immediately seated at the bar. Went for the tasting menu which was a very healthy amount of food - 7 small dishes total, served in 4 courses. Everything down to the salad was amazing, and the main course included an excellent grilled swordfish and maybe the best patatas bravas I've ever had.

Service was excellent, started out with a cocktail and moved on to a really nice vinho verde to pair with the main course. All in all one of the highlights of my time in San Diego - would absolutely return if I'm ever back in town!“

“They have a white sangria that the wife just LOVES. Have to stop in every once in a while and grab a glass“

“The best dining event in a long while. Food is terrific and the beer is literally ice cold. The owner is delightful! Please visit cause it is a treat.“

“I attended an event at Meraki last night and absolutely loved the space! It’s beautifully clean, open, and so versatile—you can really make it your own. The food was delicious A++ (my favorite was the Fettuccine Alfredo) and the service was truly top notch. Such a great experience from start to finish. Highly recommend!“

“Love this place! I got the MAKE Breakfast Sandwich and it was soooo good. Huge fan of the biz baz sauce they serve with it. I also grabbed a Spiced Cold Brew Latte on my way out which was really tasty, I appreciate that they make it with oat milk.

I loved sitting in the garden near the raised vegetable beds. It was calm, quiet and easy for a Saturday lunch. Such a fun addition to Normal Heights!“

“All good dudes hang out at Clem’s.“

“Food are delicious. Good customer service.“

“our first time was really good, we ordered ramen. husbad said we will go back for sure. i want to try the bento ❤“

“Esteban made our trip to San Diego complete, great service, great jokes, great recs. Food was inspired and different for a Florida snot like myself. Pair this happy hour with other happy hours and you are in serious business! This guy only works 3 days a week, but he should work 11.5! Extend the week for Esteban!“

“The food was delicious overall, especially the grilled meat—it was definitely the highlight of the meal! The meat was incredibly tender and smooth, with a rich, natural beef flavor that really stood out.
The Tonkotsu ramen was also very good. The broth was flavorful and delicious, and the pork was tender, juicy, and not chewy at all.
However, the service could definitely be improved. The service felt a bit unorganized, and the staff didn’t seem to pay much attention to the customers. We had to keep calling someone over whenever we needed something.
Overall, the food was great, but the service experience could have been much better.“

“Absolutely fantastic experience at Osteria Cotto e Mangiato! The service from Andrea (owner) was warm, attentive, and genuinely welcoming. Every dish we ordered was incredible-from the rich, comforting Carbonara w/anchovies to the Captain's Treasure chest is unexplainable good, everything was cooked to perfection. You can really taste the quality and care in each bite. This place is a gem in San Diego for anyone craving authentic Italian cuisine. Oh, by the way, did I mention the Tiramisu... WOW!! Can’t wait to come back!“

“Eaten here numerous times. Excellent quality food, and service. Equivalent to San Francisco Bay Area Japanese restaurants..which are outstanding.“

“Delicious food and good portions:) Great service“

“Great service! Jas and Deanna were so nice and friendly. Gotta try the Brussel sprouts.“

“I’ve been here quite a few times, both on weekdays and weekends, and it’s easily my favorite cocktail bar in North Park. On my most recent visit, I ended up third-wheeling my friends’ date night 😅 after they invited me along. Since it was a weekday, the place was surprisingly quiet. I’m so used to seeing long waits and packed crowds here that it almost felt like a different bar. We started with a few shots and then moved on to cocktails. The Misa Misa was okay, and the Spirited Away was good, but my absolute favorite was the Heads Will Roll. It was delicious and probably one of the better cocktails I’ve had here. One thing I really appreciate about this place is how much thought goes into their signature drinks. The presentation, the flavors, even the glassware all feel intentional and unique. This was also the first time I tried their food. The truffle fries were absolutely delicious and paired perfectly with the drinks. We also ordered the vegetable gyoza, which was pretty good. My friends got the disco fries and seemed to really enjoy them. The only miss for us was the yakitori both the vegetable and New York strip skewers were both way too salty and ended up being our least favorite dishes of the night. Overall, I’d still give this place a solid 5/5 for cocktails and around a 4/5 for food. The drinks alone keep me coming back.“

“We hosted our small family baby shower here earlier this year and it was perfect. The space was intimate and charming, and the food was fantastic. A huge thank you to Renato and staff, who helped organize everything and carried out the day without a single flaw. He made the whole event feel effortless. Highly recommend!“

“Wonderful atmosphere, great service!“

“My first visit to Monkey Bar was a great experience. We ordered the chicken wings, crispy Brussels sprouts, and pretzels, enjoyed a few drinks, and relaxed around the fire pit. The atmosphere was inviting, making it the perfect spot to unwind and enjoy good food with great company. There was also a DJ.“

“Food was fantastic and the bartender was very nice and helpful! Highly recommend!“

“el mejor lugar para bailar un exelente ambiente y muy buenas bebidas el mejor club“

“George, the manager of top notch and very hospitable. The food is second to none with an amazing view at the bay. I highly recommend the calamari strips in the macadamia mahi. 🤤🐙🐟🐟“

“The shrimp tacos legitimately blew me away wow, I could have eaten 5 more right there! Super fresh food and a beautiful view of the golf course as well. The staff were also the nicest people ever and so helpful. Would definitely recommend getting the brownie sundae as a desert even if you feel full, it was that good.“

“A wonderful tapas experience with fresh, flavorful seafood and a fantastic atmosphere. The crudo was absolutely delicious, and the squid ink seafood rice was rich, savory, and packed with flavor. Beyond the food, the ambience really stood out—great speakers and an impressive collection of vinyl records made the dining experience even more enjoyable. It’s the kind of place where you can savor delicious food while relaxing to great music. Highly recommended for both the food and the vibe!“