Downtown

Acqua al 2
322 5th Avenue
+1 619 230-0382

A pleasant Italian restaurant somewhat removed from the heaviest congestion of downtown with an outdoor dining patio.

The Mission
1250 J Street
+1 619 232-7662

Third and newest of the popular locally owned breakfast restaurant. Avoid the lines at the North Park and Mission Beach locations by coming here. Vegetarian offerings for the diet conscious. Only open for breakfast and lunch from 8 am - 3 pm.

The Oceanaire
400 J Street

Great seafood. Can be a little pricey. Food is fresh and flavorful. The Australian rock lobster is fantastic. Also, try the Oysters.

Anthony's Fish Grotto
1360 N. Harbor Drive
+1 619 232-5103
Daily 11AM-10PM

Anthony's Fish Grotto is co-located with Anthony's Fishette, a quick and informal outdoor eatery. Seems to be especially frequented by tourists to the nearby Maritime Museum and senior citizens. Lunch in the Grotto is some version of fried fish with a choice of sides from $10-12. The main entree/fish menu is priced from $15-20+. Beer is $5 and up. Try the Anthony's Amber Ale.

Café Chloe
721 9th Avenue #1
+1 619 232-3242
Mo-Fr 7:30AM-10:30PM; Sa 8:30AM-10:30PM; Su 8:30AM-9:30PM

Very cozy wine bar/restaurant. Prices are more on the expensive side, however quality is excellent.

Mona Lisa Restaurant & Deli
2059 India Street
+1 619 239-5367

Enjoy Sicilian style favorites and some of the best pizza in town at this family oriented restaurant. Deli has largest selection of Italian imports.