restaurants
a full bar make Cafe Eleven a classic. Lucky Buck’s is not your typical burger joint. It’s fun
and energetic with great tasting food. A true San
CItY DelI Diego must see and do! They use only the highest
535 University Ave. 619.295.2747 quality ingredients and offer a full bar with great
This long-standing Hillcrest eatery prides itself on daily specials.
food made from scratch. From real mashed pota-
toes, homemade salad dressings, custom-made mARBle Room
extra lean deli meats, to cakes and pastries baked 535 Fifth Ave. 619.702.5595
on-site by staff bakers, the food at City Deli is always An innovative menu with fresh and adventurous
fresh and delicious! selections make this one of the Gaslamp Quarter’s
premier destination for small plates cuisine. The
CowBoY StAR Marble room is a stylish and classy restaurant with
640 Tenth Ave. 619.450.5880 a sophisticated ambiance.
A restaurant, bar and butcher shop offering a dining
experience that combines contemporary American mARtInIS ABove fouRtH
cuisine with a western flare, all within a laid-back 3940 Fourth Ave., Suite 200 619.400.4500
and cozy old west style atmosphere. A swanky retro cabaret lounge, in the heart of
Hillcrest, that serves up some of the best martinis
DISH At unIveRSAl around from its extensive and innovative list.
1220 University Ave. 619.296.3474 Martinis Above Fourth also offers succulent dinner
Gathering the freshest organic ingredients from all dishe s and t as t y appe tizer s.
over San Diego, Dish offers a higher level of multi-
origin cuisine and vivid scenery. Thursday nights olD mIll CAfÉ
showcase “Dish Unplugged.” Take in the city’s finest 3949 Ohio St. 619.294.3804
local talent, enhanced by the superior acoustics in A classic American-style diner, the Old Mill Cafe’
the Garden while savoring each invigorating sip and serves a wide variety of delicious dishes, from
RestauRants BIte every delectable bite. breakfast to dinner, all in a relaxed and comfortable
1417 University Ave. 619.299.2483 atmosphere.
BABY BACK JACK’S BBQ This “modern California bistro and wine bar” offers HAwtHoRn’S
1290 University Ave. 619.574.1644 more than just another snack. Prepare for a mouth- 2895 University Ave. 619.295.1688 PIZZA fuSIon
Baby Back Jack’s brings to the Hillcrest neighborhood watering ride with an enjoyable variety of “tapas.” Located on the street-front lobby level of the 3827 Fifth Ave. 619.278.0057
a “we aim to please” attitude and slow-cooked racks The modern sake bar and daily champagne happy restored North Park Theatre, this North Park jem Gourmet pizza in its purest form - untainted by
of ribs slathered in the house’s proprietary sauce. hour perfectly complement the menu, which has offers diners delicious food served in two historically artificial additives, like preservatives, growth hor-
Other specailties include roasted chicken, pasta been thoughtfully compiled by Chris K. Walsh. And designed dining rooms, or in the swanky bar area. mones, pesticides, nitrates and trans fats. The 75%
salad, baskets of fries, burgers and a chopped pork make sure to leave room for dessert! organic menu features an eclectic variety of gourmet
sandwich covered in barbecue sauce.
Inn At tHe PARK
sandwiches, salads, desserts, beer and wine.
BRIAn’S AmeRICAn eAteRY
3167 Fifth Ave. 619.296.0057
BAJA BettY’S
A restaurant featuring continental cuisine serving
1451 Washington St. 619.296.8268
up some of San Diego’s finest seafoods, steaks,
tHe meD gRIll
1421 University Ave. 619.269.8510 For hefty portions, tasty favorites and a kitschy
pastas and salads in a romantic and relaxed
1263 University Ave. 619.683.2233
Unlike its sister burger joint down the street, Baja mid-mod ambiance, Brian’s American Eatery mixes setting. Get a taste of the Mediterranean at this Hillcrest
Betty’s is less about social hour and more about charming ‘60s-inspired décor with a massive menu of dining establishment that features classic Mediterra-
winding down with friends after a long day in the classic dishes like your mother used to prepare. Open
lIPS
nean fusion inspired cuisine. Extensive international
office. Baja Betty’s instantly feels like home. until midnight on Friday and Saturday, finish a night 3036 El Cajon Blvd. 619.295.7900 wine list.
at the bar with a great helping of true comfort food. This North Park restaurant and nightclub offers
BAmBoo lounge entertainment and fine dining for those looking vivA PAStA
1475 University Ave. 619.291.8221.
CAfÉ eleven
for something out-of the-ordinary. Cross-dressing 646 University Ave. 619.665.6806
Much more than just a wine bar, Bamboo Lounge of- 1440 University Ave. 619.260.8023 waiters perform nightly, lip-synching to racy hits Casual yet elegant, this sandwich and pasta shop in
fers many appealing appetizers to accent your wine Gourmet all the way, but without the attitude. Cafe from today’s greatest divas. the heart of Hillcrest adds a hip, innovative element
and beer as well as a delightful weekend brunch all Eleven has been a Hillcrest favorite since 1985 and the culinary offerings on University Ave. without
within a sophisticated ambiance. features indoor as well as casual patio dining with its luCKY BuCK’S sacrificing flavors or quality. Mix and match your
own special menu. Very creative entrees along with 1459 University Ave. 619.297.0660 own ingredients for the perfect personalized meal.
98 RAGE monthly | APRIL 2009
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