A FOODIE’S GUIDE TO SAN DIEGO

Nearly perfect weather, gorgeous beaches, and access to some of the freshest seafood, fruits, and vegetables in the country make finding a great culinary experience easier than ever in the beautiful San Diego. From burgers, amazing pizza, loads of craft beer, to some of the best Mexican food this side of the border, you’re sure to find the most delicious and instagram-worthy food around!

GRAB THE MOST DELICIOUS SEAFOOD TACO IN TOWN

There are literally a gazillion taco options in San Diego, but Oscar’s Mexican Seafood is one of the best, in particular for seafood. Start with a cup of ceviche while you’re waiting for tacos- you can’t go wrong with the shrimp, mixed, or yellowfin tuna. And although there are several great taco options, the Taco Especial is the shining star, with smoked fish, shrimp, and scallops, served with cabbage, onion, tomato, cilantro, avocado, and cheese. These tacos are not only delicious but they’re presented beautifully and totally grammable!🌮

SINK YOUR TEETH INTO A JUICY BURGER

If you’re looking for an amazing burger from one of the best San Diego restaurants, look no further than Hodad’s. There are two locations in San Diego but the original spot is in Ocean Beach. This is a down to earth, low key spot with license plates hanging  everywhere and walls graffitied with stickers. Order the bacon cheeseburger to satisfy your juicy burger cravings and make sure and grab a seat at the bar for some of the best people watching in town.

START YOUR MORNING AT LITTLE LION CAFE

Little Lion is known as a quaint neighborhood Cafe for the serene and bright ambiance, but more importantly the food. Come for breakfast before or after a walk near Sunset Cliffs for one of their delicious homemade smoothies and a classic eggs benedict made with Fra’mani ham, hollandaise, La Brea Bakery Sourdough Batard, and a side of Belgian potatoes. It’s definitely a breakfast you’ll remember and want to gram too!📸

WINE AND DINE AT HERB AND WOOD

If you’re looking for one of the best restaurants in San Diego perfect for an anniversary, a special date night out, or simply an elevated, rustic dining experience Herb & Wood is the restaurant for you. Herb & Wood is in Little Italy next to several other favorite San Diego restaurants just off of Kettner & Ivy. You’re going to be smitten by this stunner of a restaurant but the wood-fired menu items will steal your heart even more. Menus change daily so consider dividing and conquering with different sections on the menu including greens, sea, toast, vegetables, entrees, pasta, and pizza!

ENJOY THIS DROOL-WORTHY SPOT

Every great city is required to have a drool-worthy fried chicken spot and The Crack Shack in San Diego is just that.🍗 One of the best restaurants in San Diego no doubt, this fast casual gem has a diverse and creative menu with chicken or eggs in nearly every dish. The Firebird is imperative on your first visit, complete with spicy fried thigh, cool ranch, crispy onions, and pickles on a potato roll. The Senor Croque is the perfect fried chicken breakfast sandwich, and whether you’re here for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, get an order of the mini biscuits and slather them with as much of the miso-maple butter as you can handle.

INDULGE YOUR SWEET TOOTH

Extraordinary Desserts is truly magical, always delivering jaw-dropping presentations and an out-of-this-world dessert selection. These high-end desserts bring crowds from all over southern California and the lineup rotates on the daily. The beloved cake slices are their most popular item, especially the Shangri-La, a white chocolate and guava mousse layered with fresh strawberries and whipped cream, and La Bete Noire, a dark chocolate cake with layers of chocolate mousse, vanilla crème brulée, and chocolate ganache soaked in vanilla bean syrup. Are you drooling yet?🤤

Which one of these places are you dying to try first?!