Best Restaurants with a Tasting Menu in Hillcrest

31 restaurants available nearby

1. La Bonne Table

4.9

Exceptional(1409)

Price: Moderate

• French • Hillcrest

Booked 7 times today

LA BONNE TABLE is a cozy and intimate restaurant in the heart of the bustling neighborhood of Hillcrest. We serve country french food in a bistro fashion. Our menu consists of classic french dishes, a modest but excellent selection that will change with the seasons. We offer a romantic atmosphere and elegant setting, full bar and french beer on tap. Reservations are recommended as seating is very limited in this exclusive restaurant. Bon Appetit!

2. Callie Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(202)

Price: Very Expensive

• Mediterranean • Downtown / Gaslamp

Booked 103 times today

Callie represents Chef Travis Swikard's debut solo project after spending a decade working alongside the esteemed Chef Daniel Boulud in New York City. The restaurant’s name, "Callie," comes from the Greek word "kallos," meaning "the most beautiful," and embodies its blend of Mediterranean cuisine with local ingredients and terroir, from sea to land from San Diego, Swikard's hometown. In 2022, Callie was acclaimed as one of America's top new restaurants by Esquire and Robb Report, and received both a Bib Gourmand and a Plate from the Michelin Guide. Callie is a dedicated supporter of Feeding San Diego, having contributed over 1 million meals to those in need in San Diego since its launch. Swikard is set to open his second restaurant in La Jolla in 2025.

3. Juniper & Ivy

4.6

Exceptional(8023)

Price: Expensive

• Unspecified • Little Italy

Booked 82 times today

Nationally-acclaimed Juniper and Ivy-consistently ranked "Best of the Best" by San Diego Magazine, and recognized as a Michelin Guide Bib Gourmand establishment-is a foodie paradise on the edge of San Diego's Little Italy. The kitchen delivers a constantly rotating, chef-driven menu that uses hand-selected, seasonal ingredients crafted with precision, passion, and creativity. Founded by Owner Michael Rosen, Juniper's kitchen is backed by a supergroup of culinary minds that produce one of the most refined yet imaginative menus in town, paired with an award-winning wine list from the city's top sommeliers.

4. Herb & Wood

4.7

Exceptional(6452)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Little Italy

Booked 112 times today

A timeless, sought-after dining escape, celebrated Chef Brian Malarkey opened Herb & Wood to instant acclaim over four years ago. In that time, the restaurant has become an icon, a dining destination that has helped to propel San Diego's culinary reputation to new heights. By focusing on rustic, wood-fired dishes, Chef Malarkey's menu elevates humble ingredients such as carrots, beets, and chicken, incorporating Mediterranean flavors and a California ethos of seasonality and sustainability.

5. Kettner Exchange

4.7

Exceptional(1346)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Little Italy

Booked 68 times today

Kettner Exchange boasts two levels of indoor/outdoor drinking and dining and Little Italy’s only rooftop patio with spanning harbor views. We feature Progressive American cuisine from critically acclaimed Executive Chef Brian Redzikowski. In 2019, Kettner Exchange was named to Michelin Guide's prestigious Bib Gourmand list. Kettner Exchange has proudly maintained this award every year thereafter. Originally introduced in 1997, the Bib Gourmand category highlights restaurants that serve high-quality meals which include two courses and a glass of wine or dessert for $40 or less.

6. Madison

4.5

Awesome(3009)

Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • University Heights

Booked 50 times today

With their stunning design, classic cocktails & highly acclaimed fare, Madison finds itself among San Diego's can't miss restaurants! Serving many of Michelin recognized Chef Mario Cassineri classic dishes, perfect for Date Night of celebrating with friends. ʜᴀᴘᴘʏ ʜᴏᴜʀ - ᴇᴠᴇʀʏᴅᴀʏ 4-6ᴘᴍᴛᴜᴇꜱᴅᴀʏ - ʟɪᴠᴇ ᴊᴀᴢᴢ 7-9ᴘᴍᴡᴇᴅɴᴇꜱᴅᴀʏ - ᴅɪɴɴᴇʀ ᴡɪᴛʜ ᴅᴏɢꜱᴛʜᴜʀꜱᴅᴀʏ - ᴅᴊ ꜱᴘɪɴɴɪɴɢ ᴏʟᴅ ꜱᴄʜᴏᴏʟ ᴠɪɴʏʟꜰʀɪᴅᴀʏ & ꜱᴀᴛᴜʀᴅᴀʏ ɴɪɢʜᴛ - ᴀʟᴡᴀʏꜱ ᴀ ᴘᴀʀᴛʏ ᴡᴇᴇᴋᴇɴᴅ ʙᴏᴏᴢʏ ʙʀᴜɴᴄʜ - ʟɪᴠᴇ ᴅᴊꜱꜱᴜɴᴅᴀʏ ɴɪɢʜᴛ - ʟᴀᴛɪɴ ᴊᴀᴢᴢ 6-8ᴘᴍ

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7. The Prado at Balboa Park

4.6

Exceptional(7862)

Price: Moderate

• Californian • Downtown / Gaslamp

Booked 63 times today

Located in San Diego's Balboa Park, in the Historic House of Hospitality, The Prado offers historic charm and California cuisine.

8. Books + Records

4.7

Exceptional(371)

Price: Expensive

• American • Banker's Hill

Booked 13 times today

Global inspired American cuisine, craft cocktails, and weekend brunch in an upbeat atmosphere, with live music.Chef Ryan Stickel is serving up San Diego's freshest food takes in an art deco meets mid-century mod warehouse space. With a tenured run on both Eater's Heat Map and list of San Diego's Hottest Cocktail Bars, the food and drinks are both guaranteed to delight your senses.

9. Nobu San Diego

4.6

Exceptional(3735)

Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • Downtown / Gaslamp

Booked 72 times today

World renowned for its award winning "New Style" Japanese cuisine, Nobu continues to offer savvy diners across the globe a culinary adventure. Our San Diego location is yet another canvas for Chef Nobu Matsuhisa to display his legendary dishes, such as the Black Cod Miso and Yellowtail Sashimi with Jalapeno. The restaurant which is nestled in the perennially hip and centrally located Hard Rock Hotel also features unique creations by Executive Chef David Meade who has honed his skill at Nobu locations in Miami and New York. Nobu San Diego delivers equally on food, impeccable service and ambiance that is sophisticated yet lively.

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10. ARTIFACT at Mingei

4.8

Exceptional(856)

Price: Expensive

• International • Downtown / Gaslamp

Booked 12 times today

ARTIFACT is a full-service restaurant featuring craft cooking inspired by ancient methods, spices and botanicals located inside the beautiful Mingei Museum at Balboa Park . Offering indoor, outdoor courtyard, and bar seating for lunch Tuesday-Saturday.Crafted by Tim Kolanko, Executive Chef, Urban Kitchen Group, and Tony Coito, ARTIFACT’s Chef de Cuisine, will be a nod to Mingei’s changing international exhibitions in an environment filled with functional, innovative art and design by Jennifer Luce, Founder and Principal of LUCE et studio, who led the design and renovation project. ARTIFACT and CRAFT CAFE at Mingei-the latest additions to restaurateur Tracy Borkum and Executive Chef Tim Kolanko’s CUCINA family of restaurants. An Urban Kitchen Group Concept. CUCINA urbana, enoteca, sorella, UKG Catering, Urban Kitchen at The Ready Shell at Jacobs ParkFollow the journey on social media @Dine.Mingei

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Rodolfovip
San Diego •18 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
The wife and I had an amazing dinner to celebrate our anniversary! All the food was delicious and the setting was great and intimate. Will definitely be back to La Bonne Table for other date nights.
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La Bonne TablePrice: Moderate• French• Hillcrest
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4.9
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Davidvip
London •8 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Our first time here was a pleasure. Very cool place, open and spacious with fabulously attractive and attentive staff. We chose Branzino that was wrapped in crispy speck ham with olive tapenade - simply delicious especially with the white Spanish Grenache! We also had the papadelle with mussels in a creamy sauce, again delicious…
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Herb & WoodPrice: Expensive• Californian• Little Italy
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4.7
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Arlenevip
San Diego •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Callie is unlike any other restaurant in San Diego. The food is delicious, different and exciting. I always order the Tasting Menu and am thrilled with the quality and variety of perfectly prepared courses. 5 Stars!!
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Callie RestaurantPrice: Very Expensive• Mediterranean• Downtown / Gaslamp
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4.8
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joycevip
Phoenix / Arizona •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Great clean quality locally sourced food with a fun atmosphere and amazing service. I highly recommended trying Juniper & Ivy.
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Juniper & IvyPrice: Expensive• Unspecified• Little Italy
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4.6
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Olgavip
San Francisco Bay Area •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
What makes great food even better? Great service and that is what you get here. Plus a wonderful ambience and excellent cocktails.
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Kettner ExchangePrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Little Italy
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4.7

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31 restaurants available nearby

1. La Bonne Table

2. Callie Restaurant

3. Juniper & Ivy

4. Herb & Wood

5. Kettner Exchange

6. Madison

7. The Prado at Balboa Park

8. Books + Records

9. Nobu San Diego

10. ARTIFACT at Mingei

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