San Diego Restaurants You HAVE to Visit

Steakhouses & Upscale Dining

• Born & Raised [Little Italy] – rooftop vibes, Art Deco design, flashy plating.

• Animae [Downtown] – dramatic interiors, Asian fusion menu, modern and moody.

• Herb & Wood [Little Italy] – Mediterranean-inspired, garden chic, great light for photos.

• Mister A’s [Bankers Hill] – rooftop terrace overlooking downtown and the bay, iconic SD view shots.

Cocktail & Nightlife Spots

• False Idol [Little Italy] – tiki speakeasy with fire drinks and crazy interiors.

• Raised by Wolves [UTC/La Jolla] – hidden speakeasy behind a fireplace in a liquor store, very IG-friendly.

• Polite Provisions [North Park] – vintage apothecary-style cocktail bar, photogenic drinks.

• Young Blood [East Village] – intimate speakeasy, velvet and gold accents, every shot looks editorial.

Trendy / Design-Forward Dining

• Seneca Trattoria [Top of Intercontinental Hotel] – Italian coastal, rooftop with ocean + city views.

• Cloak & Petal [Little Italy] – Japanese, cherry blossom tree inside the dining room.

• Morning Glory [Little Italy] – pink velvet booths, quirky brunch cocktails, very photogenic.

• Callie [East Village] – modern Mediterranean, stylish plating, clean design.

Unique & Artsy

• Kettner Exchange [Little Italy] – rooftop cabanas, modern street-chic design.

• Wolfie’s Carousel Bar [Bankers Hill] – actual rotating bar, French bistro style, super IG-friendly.

• Javier’s [La Jolla] – upscale Mexican with bold interiors and dramatic lighting.

• Kingfisher [Golden Hill] – contemporary Vietnamese with moody lighting and modern design.

Beachy / Coastal Vibes

• Herringbone [La Jolla] – indoor trees, coastal chic, natural light.

• The Marine Room [La Jolla] – waves crash against the windows during high tide, dramatic photos.

• Paradisaea [Bird Rock] – mid-century modern design, upscale but beach-casual aesthetic.

• Camino Riviera [Little Italy] – Yucatán inspired, tropical interiors, vibrant colors.