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Diners' Choice: Best Value restaurants in San Diego

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Updated 05 November 2024

Looking for the best value restaurants in San Diego? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyses nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favourite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you book, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!


A photo of LIPS - San Diego restaurant
5.0
5 (31)
$31 to $50
American
North Park
About the restaurant
Lips has been San Diego's ULTIMATE in Drag Dining for 25 years! Dinner, Drinks & fabulous Drag Shows, as well as Brunch on Saturdays & Sundays. Enjoy a great meal & cocktails served up by over-the-top Drag Queens.

DIFFERENT SHOWS WEDNESDAY THRU SUNDAY. Wed: Bithcy Bingo; Thur: Dining with the Divas; Fri: Glitz & Glam Dinner; Sat: 2 Dragalicious Brunches & 2 Glitz & Glam Dinners; Sun: 2 Gospel Brunches & Sunday Nite Showstoppers. ***Prices- Wed/Thur/Sun Dinner: $35.95(shoe & 3-course dinner, drinks additional); Sat/Sun Brunch: $42.95(Show, meal & bottomless Mimosas/Champagne/Bloody Mary; Fri/Sat Nite: $49.95(show & 3-course dinner,drinks additional)

All shows subject to 7.75%sales tax & 20% suggested gratuity; $12 celebration package for Birthdays/Bachelorette/Anniversary/Promotion/Graduation. 16+ to enter; 21+ to Drink. GOVERNMENT ID REQUIRED-ALL IDS CHECKED AT THE DOOR

Top review
Louise
Dined on 31 Oct 2024
Such a fun experience. Food was great. Service was superb! The draq queens were so beautifully dressed and damn can they perform! Great entertainment!
A photo of The Veranda Restaurant restaurant
4.8
4.8 (1495)
$30 and under
Californian
Fallbrook
About the restaurant
While dining at the most atmospheric restaurant in Fallbrook, you can gaze at our sparkling lake and gorgeous grounds while enjoying a delicious meal prepared with seasonal produce from our on-site vegetable and fruit gardens. We offer patio heaters during the winter months and fans during the warmer months. Reservations are recommended. Enjoy a stroll through our many gardens before or after you dine at The Veranda.
Top review
Gina
Dined on 31 Oct 2024
We all enjoyed the good, service & most of all the ambience!
A photo of Tavola Nostra Pizzeria E Cucina restaurant
4.9
4.9 (536)
$30 and under
Italian
Hillcrest
About the restaurant
San Diego, meet Pinsa.
An ancient recipe comes back to life at Our Hillcrest Restaurant.
Tavola Nostra Pizzeria E Cucina is a full-service Italian restaurant and pizzeria bringing a modern touch to family recipes and an ancient style of pizza called, Pinsa.

Tavola Nostra, which means “our table”, is owned and operated by Jeff Oliveri – a first time restaurateur from a family of longtime restaurant owners who hopes to honor his familial heritage and tradition with his Italian dining concept that creates one of the best Hillcrest restaurants.

Top review
Rodolfo
Dined 5 days ago
Tavola is our go-to spot for delicious comfort italian food. Great chill ambiance and also good to take our daughter as she loves the food there as well!
A photo of Tapas & Beers restaurant
4.9
4.9 (485)
$30 and under
French
Downtown / Gaslamp
About the restaurant
Located in Downtown San Diego's historic Spreckels building, Tapas & Beers is a French and Spanish Restaurant.

We offer a large selection of Tapas plates to share between friends & family
but also normal size dishes if you don't want to share !

Our beers on tap selection highlights breweries from San Diego County and our wine selection from all around the world will make any wine lover happy too !

Everything you will eat at Tapas & Beers will be made from scratch to order with fresh and mostly organic ingredients !

Discover why our place isso highly rated !

Cheers!

Top review
Michelle
Dined on 30 Oct 2024
French small plates all excellent. Great red sangria. Would rather low top tables but other than that a great place to eat!
A photo of Jack & Giulio's Italian Restaurant restaurant
4.8
4.8 (1154)
$30 and under
Italian
Old Town
About the restaurant
Jack and Giulio's Italian restaurant has remained a favorite of San Diegans for many years. This popular restaurant, formerly known as Giulio's of Pacific Beach, has proudly served the "Best Scampi" since 1961. In addition to this popular dish, this family-owned and operated restaurant offers many homemade pastas, veal, poultry, beef, and seafood specialties.
Top review
Dennis
Dined today
Always a pleasure and a treat. The food and ambience is exceptional. A good value. Parking can be difficult.
A photo of Black and Blue Steakhouse and Lounge - Valley View Casino restaurant
4.9
4.9 (1741)
$31 to $50
Steakhouse
Valley Center
About the restaurant
Black&Blue is a contemporary American Steakhouse with Las Vegas flair, and a 21 and up dining experience. B&B was recently named San Diego’s “Most Romantic Steakhouse” by the San Diego Union Tribune, and most recently awarded as the Best Steak House Best Seafood by San Diego A-list! At B&B we offer the choicest meats, freshest seafood and most dazzling desserts to delight the mind and body that will transport our guests into a world of indulgence and taste. Unwind with conversation and creative cocktails in our Black&Blue Lounge. Then move into our main room where Chef Nicholas Burgess will impress you with his inventive dishes and innovative takes on classic favorites. The Manager, Chris Scala, will ensure you receive the ultimate in guest service in an atmosphere that’s friendly and fun. To fully enjoy the B&B dining experience, please be prepared to spend an hour and a half with us. Visit us at B&B for a dining experience you’ll never forget.

Top review
JOSEPHvip
Dined today
If you believe that you deserve an amazing dinner while also being treated like you’re a somebody, then you have to go to B&B! B&B Manager Chris and his team are simply the best people! On the visit we were helped by Ellie and Victoria (new to the team), and as always, we enjoyed our time! My wife had the Chilean sea bass which was so moist and flavorful and I had the prime rib which was perfectly cooked and delicious. Thanks again B&B, we’ll see you soon!
A photo of Rancho Santa Fe Bistro restaurant
4.7
4.7 (333)
$30 and under
American
Rancho Santa Fe
About the restaurant
Welcome to The Rancho Santa Fe Bistro located in the heart of the beautiful downtown Rancho Santa Fe, CA. Our unique bistro offers an amazing menu and a superior wine selection for any lunch or dinner occasion.

Owner / Chef Mozy Jahanguiri, who has run restaurants in Chicago, Minneapolis, and Dallas, has opened The Rancho Santa Fe Bistro in the space formerly occupied by The Pantry on Paseo Delicias. Mozy has prepared a menu that offers a wide variety of healthy and stylish fresh grill and more offering a balanced approach to food and wine along with bistro favorites including Oysters Rockefeller, traditional escargots, baked brie with grapes and honey and more for starters. Entrees to satisfy any taste of carefully sourced meats, seafood and much more. Be sure to check out Bistro's beautiful wood wine cellar, housing an extensive collection that spans an impressive 100 years (1897-1997) at a variety of price points.

Top review
Robert
Dined on 23 Oct 2024
What a wonderful bistro. Dishes were superb, dish plates “licked@ clean. A true gem
A photo of Collette’s restaurant
4.9
4.9 (1332)
$50 and over
Farm-to-table
Escondido
About the restaurant
Hunsakers is moving forward to COLLETTE'S!

COLLETTE is a name that I love. It has been in my family for generations. It means "Victory of the People". The perfect embodiment of my intentions to collaborate with local farmers to do food well for the community that I am thrilled to be a part of.

The owner, chef and location remain the same with a reimagined notion of fine dining:
COLLABORATIVE COLLECTIVE CUISINE
Join us for date nights, special occasions with family and friends, and on evenings when you would rather open a menu instead of the refrigerator.
We would love to cook for you.

We are in this together, this is OUR victory!

Thank you for dining with us soon and often ~ Jeannette & Chef Hunsaker

Join us for the unveiling of COLLETTE'S ~ by invitation only and you are invited!

Wednesday October 9th 6:00 seating
Thursday, October 10th 6:00 seating
Friday, October 11th 5:30 or 8:00 seating
Saturday, October 12th 5:30 or 8:00 seating
Reserve today, make history with us!

Top review
DougEvip
Dined on 25 Oct 2024
This weekend, we visited Collette's for the first time. We opted for a tasting menu, as we heard that was their focus for their opening week. Honestly speaking, we were more than impressed. We were blown away. Let me try to give a few details. After ordering our drinks (try the High on the Hog!), we were brought a little starter that had something called dragon thumb beans in a spicy tomato jam. This was served with a house made hummus. This dish was very different but fantastic. We then were served the crab toast that was small and delicate and wonderful. You could taste every ingredient. It was served with little poached crab and a meringue egg. This dish was my wife's favorite. Next, we had the slow roasted carrots. This dish was so complex that I haven't figured out exactly what was it in besides pomegranate seeds, some eatable flowers and a cream sauce under the very sweet carrots that had some sort of mild Indian spice. I could have eaten this as an entree. We then were served the aged New york steak and the Asian inspired chicken. Both were great and filling.  For desert, we were served a pomegranate sorbet,  a bit-sized tres leches cheese cake, and a small piece of the basil / lime curd cake. Each of these was so different and fantastic that it was hard to pick a favorite. As you can tell,  we had a great evening.  We were not rushed, which let us really enjoy such a special meal. We truly appreciate the farm to table approach and Chef Hunsakers amazing talent. We will certainly be back.
A photo of Arrivederci restaurant
4.7
4.7 (78)
$31 to $50
Italian
Hillcrest
About the restaurant
Arrivederci Ristorante is an authentic Italian restaurant. Arrivederci means hello. The restaurant's name refers to Italian hospitality offered here. It has a decent semi-formal ambiance. The walls are decorated with paintings gathered from different parts of Europe. Antique lamps are hung from the ceilings to add a rustic appeal. Arrivederci specializes in preparing all dishes with authentic Italian recipes and ingredients. Grigliata vegetariana is prepared with a variety of assorted grilled vegetables. Rigatoni amatriciana is prepared with tabular pasta soaked in rich sauce, prepared with tomatoes and romano cheese. Italian bacon topping enhances the flavor. Pollo al funghi is the traditional chicken meal. The boneless breast of chicken is topped with mushrooms. The ingredients are cooked in wine sauce. Arrivederci serves Italian wines and beers.
Top review
Guyvip
Dined 3 days ago
Simply the best Italian food in San Diego, maybe the best anywhere.
A photo of Baci Restaurant - San Diego restaurant
4.9
4.9 (1878)
$31 to $50
Italian
Old Town
About the restaurant
Baci Ristorante offers diners a hint of old world Italian charm, with plush booths, white tablecloths, and gracious servers clad in tuxedos. While the decor is subtly modern, the menu is classic, celebrating Northern and Southern Italian cuisine. Specialties include classic pasta dishes, veal, and fresh seafood, with especially tempting daily specials offered by Executive Chef Domenico Alioto. In addition to the cuisine, the restaurant's charming and welcoming features--include an extensive wine list, elegant patio setting, and romantic main dining room--have made Baci a consistent favorite among locals for over 30 years.
Top review
Ruben
Dined on 30 Oct 2024
Great experience Thank you Benjamin for the service Thank you Tony for the kindness I loved the crème brûlée
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