restaurants
CitY DeLi premier destination for small plates cuisine. The
535 University Ave. 619.295.2747 Marble room is a stylish and classy restaurant with
This long-standing Hillcrest eatery prides itself on a sophisticated ambiance.
food made from scratch. From real mashed pota-
toes, homemade salad dressings, custom-made MARtiNiS ABOve fOURtH
extra lean deli meats, to cakes and pastries baked 3940 Fourth Ave., Suite 200 619.400.4500
on-site by staff bakers, the food at City Deli is always A swanky retro cabaret lounge, in the heart of
fresh and delicious! Hillcrest, that serves up some of the best martinis
around from its extensive and innovative list.
COwBOY StAR Martinis Above Fourth also offers succulent dinner
640 Tenth Ave. 619.450.5880 dishe s and t as t y appe tizer s.
A restaurant, bar and butcher shop offering a dining
experience that combines contemporary American OLD MiLL CAfÉ
cuisine with a western flare, all within a laid-back 3949 Ohio St. 619.294.3804
and cozy old west style atmosphere. A classic American-style diner, the Old Mill Cafe’
serves a wide variety of delicious dishes, from
DiSH At UNiveRSAL breakfast to dinner, all in a relaxed and comfortable
1220 University Ave. 619.296.3474 atmosphere.
Gathering the freshest organic ingredients from all
over San Diego, Dish offers a higher level of multi- ORteGA’S
origin cuisine and vivid scenery. Thursday nights 141 University Avenue Suite 4. 619.692.4200
showcase “Dish Unplugged.” Take in the city’s finest A gourmet Mexican-style restaurant, Ortega’s: A
local talent, enhanced by the superior acoustics in Mexican Bistro serves a wide variety of delicious
the Garden while savoring each invigorating sip and dishes from enchiladas and tacos to Baja California-
every delectable bite. style lobsters.
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1417 University Ave. 619.299.2483
3167 Fifth Ave. 619.296.0057
3827 Fifth Ave. 619.278.0057
BABY BACK JACK’S BBQ
A restaurant featuring continental cuisine serving
This “modern California bistro and wine bar” offers Gourmet pizza in its purest form - untainted by
up some of San Diego’s finest seafoods, steaks,
1290 University Ave. 619.574.1644 more than just another snack. Prepare for a mouth-
pastas and salads in a romantic and relaxed
artificial additives, like preservatives, growth hor-
Baby Back Jack’s brings to the Hillcrest neighborhood watering ride with an enjoyable variety of “tapas.” setting. mones, pesticides, nitrates and trans fats. The 75%
a “we aim to please” attitude and slow-cooked racks The modern sake bar and daily champagne happy organic menu features an eclectic variety of gourmet
of ribs slathered in the house’s proprietary sauce. hour perfectly complement the menu, which has
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sandwiches, salads, desserts, beer and wine.
Other specailties include roasted chicken, pasta been thoughtfully compiled by Chris K. Walsh. And 3036 El Cajon Blvd. 619.295.7900
salad, baskets of fries, burgers and a chopped pork make sure to leave room for dessert! This North Park restaurant and nightclub offers fieStA CANtiNA
sandwich covered in barbecue sauce. entertainment and fine dining for those looking 142 University Ave. 619.298.2500
BRiAN’S AMeRiCAN eAteRY for something out-of the-ordinary. Cross-dressing Having arrived just in time, this casual new kid on the
BAJA BettY’S 1451 Washington St. 619.296.8268 waiters perform nightly, lip-synching to racy hits block offers a California take on south-of-the-border
1421 University Ave. 619.269.8510 For hefty portions, tasty favorites and a kitschy from today’s greatest divas. cuisine—as well as unbeatable ways to cool off
Unlike its sister burger joint down the street, Baja mid-mod ambiance, Brian’s American Eatery mixes with a laid-back tropical ambiance and incred-
Betty’s is less about social hour and more about charming ‘60s-inspired décor with a massive menu of LUCKY BUCK’S ible happy hour deals that emphasize “happy!” Cure
winding down with friends after a long day in the classic dishes like your mother used to prepare. Open 1459 University Ave. 619.297.0660 those hangovers with a festive brunchtime visit or
office. Baja Betty’s instantly feels like home. until midnight on Friday and Saturday, finish a night Lucky Buck’s is not your typical burger joint. It’s fun wind down after work with a breezy two-for-one
at the bar with a great helping of true comfort food. and energetic with great tasting food. A true San cocktail!
BAMBOO LOUNGe Diego must see and do! They use only the highest
1475 University Ave. 619.291.8221.
CAfÉ eLeveN
quality ingredients and offer a full bar with great vO’S CAfe
Much more than just a wine bar, Bamboo Lounge of- 1440 University Ave. 619.260.8023 daily specials. 2632 University Ave . 619.546.8777
fers many appealing appetizers to accent your wine Gourmet all the way, but without the attitude. Cafe Quaint Vietnamese eatery in North Park offering
and beer as well as a delightful weekend brunch all Eleven has been a Hillcrest favorite since 1985 and MARBLe ROOM delicious traditional homemade dishes along with
within a sophisticated ambiance. features indoor as well as casual patio dining with its 535 Fifth Ave. 619.702.5595 fast and friendly service. Dining is available on large
own special menu. Very creative entrees along with An innovative menu with fresh and adventurous outdoor patio in rear of restaurant.
a full bar make Cafe Eleven a classic. selections make this one of the Gaslamp Quarter’s
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