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| Buster's Beach House—Entrees range from simple, down home cooking of juicy hamburgers and surfboard-shaped pizzas to Wok-Seared Scallops, Hawaiian Pork Luau and Jamaican Jerk Chicken. Specialties feature American comfort food infused with spices and marinades like ginger, jasmine, sesame, soy, citrus, Hawaiian chutney and Hoisin Sauce to create dishes that are unique and flavorfull. 807 W. Harbor Drive, San Diego. 619.233.4300 www.bustersbeachhouse.com
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| Asia-Vous—Executive chef Riko Bartolome combines pan-Asian and French cuisine with fresh, local produce. Scrumptious flavors and superb service. L Tues.–Fri.; D Tues.–Sat. All major credit cards except DC. 417 W. Grand Ave., Escondido, 760.747.5000. $$$ Map B3
Bistro D'Asia—Innovative blending of flavors and ingredients from Beijing, Bangkok and Saigon. With sushi bar. L, D daily. All major credit cards, except DS, DC. 1301 Orange Ave., Coronado, 619.437.6677. $$ Map L10 Cantina Panaderia—A cool, casual spot with Latin and Asian-influenced fare, ranging from tamales to udon noodles. B, L, D daily. AE, V, MC. 966 Felspar St., Pacific Beach, 858.272.8400. $$ Map H7 Chive—This supercool, award-winning restaurant offers international flavors in an industrial setting. D nightly. All major credit cards. 558 Fourth Ave., downtown (Gaslamp area), 619.232.4483. $$$ Map Q16 Galileo 101 Ristorante & Bar—European fusion menu, including fish, poultry and pasta. Across the street from the Convention Center. D nightly. All major credit cards. 201 J St., Suite 101, downtown, 619.702.7101. $$$ Map Q15 Hawthorn’s—”Cosmopolitan fare” includes salads, fresh fish, meats and pasta. Located inside the North Park Theatre. D nightly. All major credit cards. 2895 University Ave., North Park, 619.544.0940. $$ Map N18 Heat—Serving an eclectic menu of “millennium fusion,” this multi-level space has the feel of a swanky San Francisco loft. Apres dinner, head downstairs to the dance floor, or upstairs to chill out in a cozy space. D Thurs.–Sat. All major credit cards. 762 Fifth Ave., Gaslamp Quarter, 619.398.9340. $$$ Map Q16 Indigo Grill—Award-winning chef Deborah Scott explores her love of the spicy and sweet, focusing on Mexican, Native American and Native Alaskan ingredients. L Mon.– Fri.; D nightly. All major credit cards. 1536 India St., Little Italy, 619.234.6802. $$ Map P15 |
Kemo Sabe—Award-winning chef Deborah Scott continues to thrill with her specialties of Southwestern cuisine heavily infused with Asian and Native American elements. D nightly. All major credit cards. 3958 Fifth Ave., Hillcrest, 619.220.6802. $$ Map N16 Mister Tiki Mai Tai Lounge—Hawaiian-Pan Asian fare in fun, tropical tiki atmosphere. Poke and sushi bar, BBQ “Polehu” ribs, crab-crusted mahi-mahi and specialty rum drinks. D nightly. All major credit cards. 801 Fifth Ave., Gaslamp Quarter, 619.233.1183. $$ Map Q16 New Leaf—Located in the Hilton Gaslamp Hotel, this “world cuisine” restaurant shares the hotel’s artsy, cool décor and atmosphere. Featuring fresh seasonal dishes with international accents. B, L, D daily; Sun. brunch. All major credit cards. 401 K St., Gaslamp Quarter, 619.231.4040. $$ Map Q16 Parallel 33—Chef/owner Amiko Gubbins has blended the cuisine of regions on the 33rd parallel, from Asia to Morocco to San Diego. D Mon.–Sat. All major credit cards except DC. 741 W. Washington St., Mission Hills, 619.260.0033. $$ Map N15 Rice—Executive chef AJ Voytko blends flavors from around the world for a playful and adventurous contemporary cuisine in a sexy atmosphere. B, L, D daily. All major credit cards. 421 W. B St., W Hotel, downtown, 619.398.3082. $$$ Map P15 |
Terra—American cuisine with influences from the Americas. Featured items include coconut-dusted blue crab cakes and seafood sauté. L Mon.-Fri.; D daily; Brunch Sat.-Sun. All major credit cards. Uptown District Shopping Center, Vermont Street and University Avenue, Hillcrest, 619.293.7088. $$ Map N17 Yard House—American fusion cuisine including orange peel chicken and pan-seared ahi. Extensive children’s menu, late-night dining, classic rock upstairs, lounge deejays downstairs. 130 beers on tap. L, D daily. All major credit cards. 1023 Fourth Ave., downtown, 619.233.9273. $$ Map P16 |
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American • Brew Pubs • California Cuisine • Chinese • Continental • Desserts • Eclectic • French • International • Italian • Japanese • Mediterranean • Mexican • Seafood • Steak • Thai • Vegetarian • Wine Bars
Crudo—Contemporary fusion of sushi and Italian fare. D daily. Nightclub 10 p.m.–2 a.m., Weds.–Sat. All major credit cards. 1953 India St., Little Italy, 619.398.2974. $$$ Map P15
Roppongi—A cutting-edge eatery with a spectacular décor of wall-sized aquarium, sushi bar and outdoor patio with fireplace. Chef Stephen Window’s list of Pacific Rim–style tapas is as extensive as it is excellent. L, D, daily. All major credit cards. 875 Prospect St., La Jolla, 858.551.5252. $$$ Map W19
oy’s—RRoy Yamaguchi’s Hawaiian Fusion Cuisine blends fresh local ingredients with European sauces and bold Asian spices, always with a focus on seafood. Each evening you’ll find a tantalizing range of appetizers, entrées, fresh fish dishes and desserts. 8670 Genesee Ave., La Jolla, (858) 455-1616, Map T21