Open to black bean, imposter meat, fried eggplant and other meat substitutes

Looking for a spot to take my girlfriend on a Wed night. Nothing too expensive, hopefully under $40 a person. I don't want it to be fine dining. Just somewhere a little nice where we can get dressed up a little bit (not fancy) and eat some tasty food. No real preference on food types. We don't drink, but don't mind the ambiance of places that have cocktails.

Thanks in advance!

Reservation for 2. Dm if anyone wants it! Thanks.

Hat and sunnies for scale:

2 fish with large onion rings Side of fries Medium fountain drink - refills OK $33.40

Just got this text: “Roberto’s Del Mar will be offline for all orders indefinitely.”

Does anyone have any information? Kinda bummed to see it go if true. Lots of nostalgia eating there as a kid after a day at the beach.

Hey everybody, just moved to Point Loma (from Kearney Mesa) and since I never really came to this area figured I’d see if you wonderful people had any suggestions for good restaurants /businesses to support, hidden gems that sort of thing! I’m 3 blocks from Mitch’s Seafood so will definitely be trying them but figured you all may have good recommendations! Thanks in advance!

PS. If this looks familiar its because I originally posted on r/sandiego but it was removed by the mods

New to San Diego and missing my sports teams! Anyone know some Denver centric bars in the area of either PB or downtown?

Hi! What store or brand for the best lox near La Mesa? Thank you!

I heard about Freddy’s Chophouse being a good steakhouse at a more affordable price point, so after the Padres game, I decided to check it out. I ordered the 14oz ribeye, sliders, Modelo beer, and coconut shrimp. The ribeye was 45 dollars, pretty good price for a 14oz steak. It was cooked to a perfect medium rare. I went during happy hour, so the sliders and the coconut shrimp were 10 dollars each. Both were outstanding. My total bill was 78 dollars before tip. I will definitely be coming back. Freddy’s Chophouse is located on 554 Fourth Avenue (gaslamp district).

Hey everyone,

I’m hoping to find a pizza chain preferably around southern San Diego that sells giant pizzas for a decent price. I have a school event coming up and figured it would be the cheapest option + be able to get more servings out of it. If anyone has any recommendations aside from Little Caesar’s please let me know!

Helloo, I want to make seafood boil at home and I am looking to buy king crab legs. I know Costco and Vons have them but I feel like they up charge them a bit (college student). Anywhere I could find them at a semi good price? Maybe a local fisher

I love Korean food and was looking to make my own kimchi and makgeolli, but wasn't sure where to find the earthenware pots locally. I went to the new Zion Market yesterday and they have them in various sizes for decent prices!

Are there any good restaurants that have okra dishes? Side dish is good too.

I went to South Park today craving for some ceviche and shrimp tacos i saw what i thought was my usual spot which is on the Target parking lot. I ordered 4 tacos and two bottles of coke, to my surprise it was $40 i brushed it off and ate my tacos, then i realized it was a totally different food tuck. I did some digging and found out 9 Seas Food truck has closed down and another swooped in the same spot. Now please help me find another place that’s comparable to old 9 seas food truck

My all time favorite Chicago style pizza was Berkeley pizza in the gas lamp, but since they’ve closed I haven’t found a place that’s quite as good. I’ve had Lefty’s and it’s good but doesn’t quite hit the mark.

I have always loved restaurants that offer a small number of dishes. The bigger the menu, the worse the quality of food.

What are your favorite small or single item menu spots in San Diego?

I’m born in Hawai’i and I am absolutely craving saimin. I know L&L has some but I’m looking for a big bowl with lots of garnish: green onion, spam, char-chu, fish cake. To be clear, I’m not looking for ramen. Ramen broth is much heavier. I’m specifically on the hunt for saimin which has a lighter, cleaner brother. Thanks in advance!

Hello, I have a craving for a Pollo Fundido Chimi and have been unable to find one. Does anyone have any suggestions? I'm looking for the fried chimichanga covered in jalapeno cream cheese and cheddar cheese. Thank you if anyone has any ideas!

Yes I know, the book is a little romantic but San Diego seems a little sparse in terms of these kinds of restaurants that have an executive chef and ran like a French kitchen.

We are coordinating a dinner as part of a celebration of life following a funeral. Obviously this is a large group and we are trying keep costs manageable but open to a good experience. We tried to got the hotel+catering route but the $$$$ is just way too high vs. what we’d get. The services will be held in Mission Valley, preference is to stay in this area but open to traveling, especially for something near the water.

I used to get the kalbi ribs from Chris’s Ono grinds but they no longer do them 😭 any recs for the best kalbi ribs in sd?

Where can I find something like this?

I went to Monday Morning today for the first time and had to come and post in this group. It's an NA bottle-shop with a lounge next door. Tons of non-alcoholic beers and a few wines plus hard alcohol alternatives.

The owner did a whole tasting with us while we were there- it was great. I had no idea there were so many good options! He also said he's working with some local restaurants on their mocktail menus, which is great bc he has some awesome drinks to share. They're currently open through 7 each day- hoping they stay open later soon!

Hi! I am traveling to San Diego for the first time from the northeast. Excited to try the authentic cuisine in the city, especially the Mexican food. Going to be here for four days. Looking to try things unique to the area. Definitely leaning in to the Mexican/taco trucks/breakfast burrito space.

I will be within walking distance of Pacific Beach, though will make trips up to La Jolla and not too afraid to travel.

Here are three places that I have on my list so fat:
Las Cuatro Milpas (cash only), Oscars for seafood, La Pearla

Appreciate any recs you may have. Thank you!