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Eater: At this beacon of the Normal Heights neighborhood is a quality lineup of beer, house-brewed and otherwise, and a local farm driven-menu of tasty pizzas and salads. [Eater 38 Member]
Eater: Chef-owner Wade Hageman left the fine dining kitchen, but applies the same culinary sensibilities to Blue Ribbon's wood-fired pizza and small plates. [Eater 38 Member]
American Restaurant · North Park · 186 tips and reviews
Eater: 2012's biggest success story, this pork-centric spot from Chef Hanis Cavin is bound to multiply this year, and inspire other chefs to venture out on their own. [Eater 38 Member]
Italian Restaurant · Park West · 173 tips and reviews
Eater: Three years after opening, this is still one of the toughest tables to get in town. The shareable, Italian-inspired menu is modern and accessible. [Eater 38 Member]
Eater: There are many gastropub wannabes but Jayne's is the real deal, boasting a British owner and a well-executed modern pub menu. The wine list is more interesting than most, cocktails too.
5200 Grand del Mar Way (at Del Mar Meadows Road), San Diego, CA
American Restaurant · Carmel Valley · 16 tips and reviews
Eater: One of the few splurge-worthy spots in town. Chef William Bradley's menu combines his French training with local ingredients and contemporary plating.
3702 Via de La Valle (at El Camino Real), Del Mar, CA
New American Restaurant · 36 tips and reviews
Eater: Chef/owner Carl Schroeder has an enviable culinary resume and a solid reputation for his seasonal cuisine and thoughtful cooking style. [Eater 38 Member]
American Restaurant · South Park · 35 tips and reviews
Eater: This community-minded restaurant has garnered affection in the neighborhood and beyond, thanks to chef Ricardo Heredia's eclectic farm-to-table food and their warm service. [Eater 38 Member]
American Restaurant · Little Italy · 85 tips and reviews
Eater: The Little Italy space has been steadily stepping up its culinary game. The cocktails are commendable too, as are the bar bites and brunch. [Eater 38 Member]