Old Town Mexican Cafe and Cantina, 2489 San Diego Ave., Old Town (619-297-4330) [oldtownmexcafe.com]. Open Sun.–Thurs., 7 a.m.–11 p.m.; Fri.–Sat., 7 a.m.–midnight ($8–$15). Happy hour Mon.–Fri., 3 p.m.–7 p.m. and 10 p.m. till closing. Bar is open daily till 1 a.m. And their popular Taco Tuesdays run all day long. This year is their 36th… Read more »
Soon after Juan Bandini built his thatch-roofed adobe family home, 1827–29, it became the social center of San Diego. Bandini himself was often seen waltzing gracefully and elegantly across the parlor floor. In 1869, after Bandini’s death, stage master Albert Seeley purchased Bandini’s home and converted it into his family home and a hotel. When… Read more »
This Festive Mexican Cantina and Restaurant, which is in the heart of historic Old Town State Park is a real find. Not only is the Mexican food delicious, but the restaurant and its name are of historical significance. The site and the restaurant’s name date back to the 1800’s when there was a restaurant… Read more »
At Fred’s, you’ll not only get the best tasting Mexican cuisine, but it’s also a great place to have fun, fun, fun. Their dining room incorporates funny themes like the Boom Boom Room and Fred’s Chop Shop. The most popular drinks are the frosty margaritas with salt on the rim. Great tasting entrées are the… Read more »
This is a restaurant with a 45-year reputation for excellence and a loyal following. It has a tradition of wonderful Italian cuisine. Homemade pastas, sauces and soups are only the beginning. For a meal to remember try their fabulous filet mignon in cognac and scampi alla Giulio. They serve the best scampi in town, and… Read more »
Gelato Vero Caffe Ice Cream Shop Is In International Restaurant Row Gelato Vero Caffe, & Ice Cream Shop at 3753 India st. is located at the corner of India Street and University Avenue in Middle Town’s International Restaurant Row is as close to being Local Royalty as anyone can be. Why? based on being a… Read more »
Casa Guadalajara Mexican Restaurant (31) has won the Gold Medallion Award for the Best Mexican Dinner House, many times and for good reason. For great San Diego Restaurants, it’s at the top of the list. It’s an excellent Mexican restaurant, which is popular with locals and out-of-towners alike. Ask for a seat on one… Read more »
This restaurant is a hidden gem in Old Town San San Diego State Historic Park. Located in a lush garden setting on a patio, the atmosphere is warm and festive and the food is delicious. At night you’ll dine under the stars. An added plus is that it also features live Mexican music while you… Read more »
Cafe Coyote at 2461 San Diego Ave in Old Town *619-291-4695) is one of the best San Diego Restaurants in San Diego, and is an award winner to prove it.. In fact, it’s been selected as the top Mexican Restaurant in San Diego by the San Diego Restaurant Association for 2005, 2006, 2008, 2009 and… Read more »
From the moment you walk into this trendy Japanese restaurant, you’ll see what makes Harney Sushi so unique. The stylish decor and DJ playing hip music make this the perfect place for a night out. They feature more than 40 sakes, 25 award-winning wines, microbrews from local breweries, a private VIP booth and more than… Read more »
El Indio Mexican Restaurant is World Famous Yes, it’s true El Indio Mexican Food & Tortilla Factory Since 1948 is the repeat winner of the California Restaurant Association’s Gold Medallion Award for Best Casual Mexican Restaurant again and again and has been featured on the Travel Channel’s Mexican Food Paradise, the Food Network’s Diners, as-well-as… Read more »
Rubicon Deli (33) is well-known for their loaves of bread baked fresh daily making a HUGE difference in how delicious a sandwich can really taste! The end result is their sandwiches taste better than either Subway or Jersey Mikes. Daily baked bread makes a HUGE difference in the taste! Of course, everybody has their favorites… Read more »
