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Best Romantic Restaurants SAN DIEGO


Whether you're celebrating a milestone with someone special in the San Diego area or looking for the best date restaurants that are sure to impress, a romantic setting can set the mood for a night to remember. We've selected the best romantic restaurants in San Diego to share a memorable meal with your sweetheart.

View our lists of the Top 10 Romantic Restaurants in San Diego and
San Diego Valentines Restaurants.


 

Addison French
17/20
Dining Room at Addison, San Diego, CA The Grand Del Mar
5200 Grand Del Mar Way
San Diego, CA 92130
858-314-1900 | Photo | Video
Exceptional, seasonal haute cuisine in a lavish European-style setting at The Grand Del Mar resort. More...

Amaya California
14/20
Dining Room at Amaya, San Diego, CA The Grand Del Mar
5300 Grand Del Mar Ct.
San Diego, CA 92130
858-314-2727 | Menu
Amaya may be the resort’s more casual dining room, but the Mediterranean-inspired California cuisine is truly refined. More...

A.R. Valentien California
15/20
Dining Room at A.R. Valentien, La Jolla, CA The Lodge at Torrey Pines
11480 N. Torrey Pines Rd.
La Jolla, CA 92037
858-777-6635 | Menu
Sophisticated dining at The Lodge at Torrey Pines with views of the famous golf course. More...

Bertrand at Mister A's French
14/20
Dining Room at Bertrand at Mister A 2550 Fifth Ave.
San Diego, CA 92103
619-239-1377 | Menu
Enjoy the unbeatable view and delicious food courtesy of chef Stéphane Voitzwinkler. More...

Candelas Mexican
13/20
416 Third Ave.
San Diego, CA 92101
619-702-4455 | Menu
Candelas breaks the Mexican restaurant mold with sophisticated cuisine in a romantic, sexy setting. More...

George's California Modern California
15/20
Dining Room at George 1250 Prospect St.
La Jolla, CA 92037
858-454-4244 | Menu
Chef Trey Foshee continues to impress with his ingredient-driven California cuisine in a seaside setting. More...

JRDN Restaurant Steakhouse
14/20
Dining Room at JRDN Restaurant, San Diego, CA Tower23 Hotel
723 Felspar St.
San Diego, CA 92109
858-270-5736 | Menu
A sassy hotel hot-spot with an eclectic menu, raw bar and great ocean views. More...

La Dolce Vita Italian
12/20
1237 Prospect St., Ste. P
La Jolla, CA 92037
858-454-2524 | Menu
Owner-chef Enzo Castiglione and his wife Elizabeth have carved a nice little niche for themselves in the local dining scene with their cozy ristorante. More...

Mille Fleurs French
15/20
Dining Room at Mille Fleurs, Rancho Santa Fe, CA 6009 Paseo Delicias
Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067
858-756-3085 | Menu
An elegant Rancho Santa Fe establishment that favors farm-fresh French California cuisine complemented by a notable wine list. More...

Mistral French
15/20
Dining Room at Mistral, Coronado, CA Loews Coronado Bay Resort
4000 Coronado Bay Rd.
Coronado, CA 92118
619-424-4000 | Menu
French chef Patrick Ponsaty deftly takes the reins at Mistral, which also has one of the best views in San Diego. More...

Mustangs & Burros California
13/20
Estancia La Jolla Hotel & Spa
9700 N. Torrey Pines Rd.
La Jolla, CA 92037
858-550-1000 | Menu
Enjoy creative Cal Mex cuisine on the cozy patio with a roaring fire year round. More...

Old Venice Italian
13/20
2910 Cañon St.
San Diego, CA 92106
619-222-5888 | Menu
Enjoy Mediterranean cuisine, al fresco dining and a romantic setting at this Point Loma destination. More...

Thee Bungalow Continental
12/20
4996 W. Point Loma Blvd.
San Diego, CA 92107
619-224-2884 | Menu
Although now part of the Cohn family restaurant empire, this cozy charmer has maintained its intimate atmosphere and comfort food. More...

Trattoria Ponte Vecchio Italian
13/20
Dining Room at Trattoria Ponte Vecchio, Del Mar, CA 2334 Carmel Valley Rd.
Del Mar, CA 92014
858-259-9063 | Menu
Cozy trattoria with authentic Northern Italian cuisine. More...

Vivace Italian
14/20
Dining Room at Vivace, Carlsbad, CA Park Hyatt Aviara Resort
7100 Aviara Resort Dr.
Carlsbad, CA 92011
760-448-1234 | Menu
Interpretive regional Italian fare in one of the county’s most romantic settings. More...

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