RESOURCES restaurants
scratch. From real mashed potatoes, homemade salad dressings, custom-made extra lean deli meats, to cakes and pastries baked on-site by staff bakers, the food at City Deli is always fresh and delicious!
EDEN RESTAURANT 1220 University Ave—619.269.3336 A restaurant that is sensual, eclectic and adaptable. Eden is a gastronomic Utopia where all vices are virtu- ous. Customers will surely titillate their taste buds with the fine selection of dining options offered. Ask them about their “Tots,” they’re to die for!
EMPIREHOUSE 127 University Avenue— 619.688.9283 A premier brunch, lunch and dinner destination, Serves familiar comfort food and drinks in a uniquely urban environment.
RESTAURANTS
BABYCAKES 3766 5th Avenue—619.296.4173 Lovin’ from the Oven 10am-10pm! Hot Sexy Wings, Mac & Cheese, Pork Sliders, Lasagna, Paninis, Soups & Salads. Two patios plus an indoor Bar/Lounge. Brunch every Saturday & Sunday 9am-3pm, Red Velvet Hot Cakes, Skinny Bitch Omelet & Chunky Monkey French Toast! End with a delish Cupcake- YUM in your TUM!
BAJA BETTY’S 1421 University Ave—619.269.8510 Unlike its sister burger joint down the street, Baja Betty’s is less about social hour and more about winding down with friends after a long day in the office. Baja Betty’s instantly feels like home.
BAMBOO LOUNGE 1475 University Ave—619.291.8221. This sushi and wine bar is a must-visit when in Hillcrest. If sushi and wine aren’t your thing they offer a variety of other tasty appetizers and beer. The ambiance is one you would find in a cool, eclectic place in the Far East with an amazing garden patio. Closed Mondays.
BOURBON STREET 4612 Park Boulevard—619.291.4043 A longtime favorite New Orleans-reminiscent bistro, they have everything from andouille mac n’ cheese to
chicken po-boys. A killer happy hour from 5-7 with food and drink specials galore.
BRIAN’S AMERICAN EATERY 1451 Washington St—619.296.8268 For hefty portions, tasty favorites and a kitschy mid-mod ambiance, Brian’s American Eatery mixes charming ‘60s-inspired décor with a massive menu of classic dishes like your mother used to prepare. Open until midnight on Friday and Saturday, finish a night at the bar with a great helping of true comfort food.
BUONISSIMO 2 1027 University Ave—619.704.1067 The word Buonissimo in Italian means “Very Good” and everyone that leaves this establishment can only say “I’ll be back soon.” Mamma Calo and her daughters keep their numerous family secret recipes for you to enjoy seven days a week —Lunch & Dinner. Enjoy!
BURGER LOUNGE Fourth and University Ave—
burgerlounge.com “Elevating the Burger to an Art Form” is their motto. With locations in Kensington, Coronado, La Jolla and Little Italy and now in Hillcrest. All Burger Lounge establishments are also “Certifed Green” with all environmental guidelines.
CITY DELI 535 University Ave—619.295.2747 This Hillcrest eatery prides itself on food made from
FIESTA CANTINA 142 University Ave—619.298.2500 Fiesta Cantina offers a California take on south-of-the- border cuisine—as well as unbeatable ways to cool off with a laid-back tropical ambiance of a beach shack and incredible happy hour deals that emphasize “happy!” Start the day off right or go for a “hangover” cure with a festive brunchtime visit or wind down after work with a breezy two-for-one cocktail!
GOSSIP GRILL 1440 University Ave—619.260.8023 The appetizers here are sensual finger foods while The Flaming Cowgirl will get you a juicy steak. Then there are the array of spicy flatbreads described on the menu as “orgasmic.” The extended happy hour in the bar boasts drink specials and half-off most appetizers.
INN AT THE PARK 3167 Fifth Ave—619.296.0057
A restaurant featuring continental cuisine serving up some of San Diego’s finest seafoods, steaks, pastas and salads in a romantic and relaxed setting.
LEI LOUNGE 4622 Park Blvd—619. 813.2272 For a touch of tropical paradise and tantalizing exotic cuisine with an American flair, Lei Lounge is your destina- tion. A full bar, fire pits and cabanas for outside dining under the stars as well as seating inside await at this hip and trendy University Heights hot spot.
LIPS 3036 El Cajon Blvd—619.295.7900 This North Park restaurant and nightclub offers en- tertainment and fine dining for those looking for something out-of the-ordinary. Cross-dressing waiters perform nightly, lip-synching to racy hits from today’s greatest divas.
LOTUS THAI 3761 Sixth Ave—619.299.8272 (Hillcrest) 906 Market St—619.595.0115 (Downtown) The flavors of modern Thai cuisine unfold at this award-winning restaurant and bar. Lotus Thai presents a menu of regional recipes from Bangkok, Chiang Mai, and Southern Thailand. Open for lunch and dinner with take-out and delivery. Happy Hour is Monday-Thursday from 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
MARTINIS ABOVE FOURTH 3940 Fourth Ave, Ste 200—619.400.4500 A swanky retro cabaret lounge, in the heart of Hillcrest, that serves up some of the best martinis around from its extensive and innovative list. Martinis Above Fourth also offers succulent dinner dishes and tasty appetizers.
OLD MILL CAFÉ 3949 Ohio St—619.294.3804 A classic American-style diner, the Old Mill Cafe serves a wide variety of delicious dishes, from breakfast to dinner, all in a relaxed and comfortable atmosphere.
ORTEGA’S 141 University Ave, Ste 4—619.692.4200 A gourmet Mexican-style restaurant, Ortega’s: A Mexi- can Bistro serves a wide variety of delicious dishes from enchiladas and tacos to Baja California-style lobsters.
SAIGON ON FIFTH 3900 5th Avenue—619.220.8828 This “Adventure in Fine Vietnamese Cuisine” comes ready to serve us our favorite Polynesian fare with inventive technique and presentation. Look no further for fantastic phở!
TRES PORCELLINI 1417 University Ave—619.294.9201 A restaurant and wine bar serving authentic Italian cui- sine with a modern twist—where pasta is made from scratch daily, most servers speak Italian and the chef from Sicily adds a creative touch to his childhood recipes. Modern Three Little Pigs (Tre Porcellini) have built their house of brick on the firm foundation of delicious food.
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