Downtown Restaurants
Mission Brewery
And then prohibition shut it down. Re-established in 2007, we are honored to say that four months and four beers in, Mission was awarded two national medals at the Great American Beer Festival. Fast forward to 2010 our plunder of precious beer medals has gown considerably. Three Gold, three Silver and two Bronze medals now fill our bounty. A dream come true for long-time die-hard home brewers. From modest beginnings to a state of the art custom made brewery in the historic Wonderbread building just east of San Diego’s baseball stadium Petco Park at 1441 L. St (corner of 14th & L) . We are brewing beer and our tasting bar is now open to the public. There’s nothing more enjoyable than a pint while watching the beer you’re drinking being made a few feet from where you’re sitting. No catchy gimmicks. No national campaigns. Just great handcrafted beer made in San Diego! Visit the Mission Brewery Website Location
Buca di Beppo
Buca di Beppo is a collection of neighborhood restaurants with a lively atmosphere and authentic Italian menu for all to enjoy. In the spirit of Italian culture, our dishes are meant to be shared and served family-style, perfect for passing around the table. Dishes enjoyed for generations in villages throughout Italy inspire our menu, giving Buca its authentic Italian fare. We continue to innovate and create recipes beyond our traditional style by adding new menu items inspired by Northern and Southern Italian cuisine. Visit the Buca di Beppo Website Location
Lou and Mickey's
This story begins in the cold landscape of Northern Minnesota, a region abundant with fine beef, dairy and produce. In the 1930s and early 1940s Samuel King ran a small trucking business distributing meat, produce and other goods. Of his five children, his eldest son Lou, and youngest son Mickey, helped their father deliver goods from the Canadian border down to Minneapolis and back to Duluth, all the while developing a discerning eye for quality. World War II put the boys on the move. Mickey was serving as an Army officer when Lou moved his family across the country to California to enlist. Fortunately, the war ended and Lou was never inducted. Instead, Lou found an opportunity to purchase a restaurant and bar in Huntington Park. Brother Mickey returned from the war and joined Lou. Together, they built a successful string of King’s restaurants based on their knowledge of quality meat, seafood, produce and service. Visit the Low and Mickey's Website Location
Donovan's Steak and Chop House
Donovan's sets the standards in fine dining excellence. A stylish, lively atmosphere. Cordially friendly. We like to think of Donovan's as your own special place. A place where you can celebrate with friends, family and associates. USDA Prime Steaks reign supreme. Delectable market seafood for those non-steak moments. Mouth-watering steakhouse fare. A depth of wine variety that has earned the prestigious Best of Award of Excellence from Wine Spectator. Uniquely designed private dining rooms for business events and personal celebrations. Sit-down dining or cocktail gatherings with delightful appetizers. Your personal host will help you plan a most memorable occasion. You and your guests are always VIP. Visit the Donovan's Steak and Chop House Website Location
Croce’s Restaurant & Jazz Bar
Croce’s is full of contrasts that meld and combine for a gratifying result, from the sweet and savory blends throughout the menu to the elegant dining room flanked by the cozy jazz bar. Here, Ingrid Croce’s vision of creating a space to celebrate her late husband Jim Croce’s memory has been fully realized, since the restaurant was opened in 1985. She has managed to combine her passions of food and music, while lending her warmth and generous spirit, to offer a sensory experience for patrons focusing on delectable dishes and a harmony of flavor and sound. Diners are treated to a Contemporary American menu featuring deliciously creative and unique twists on classic dishes, while Jim’s music memorabilia, photos, and platinum records line the walls and music rocks the attached jazz bar nightly. The lounge also draws a crowd for their champagne jazz brunch Saturday and Sunday from 10am-2:30pm. Visit the Croce's Restaurant and Jazz Bar Website Location
Bub's at the Ballpark
Bub's at the Ballpark is our addition to the historical honors of downtown San Diego, East Village and PetCo Park. Embracing both history and the growing traditions of America's Finest City, Bub's was constructed using various architectural salvage from throughout the West coast, including reclaimed wood, scrap metal, and reused brick. Bub's is a place where locals and visitors alike enjoy one-of-a-kind entertainment and food. Watch the game on our vast array of plasmas and projectors or take shots on our in-house basketball court in between games of shuffleboard. Relax and sip drinks at one of the community tables or our giant circle bar. Or indulge in some of our famous Lunch Lady Tater Tots or Steaky Steakums at the old school lunch counter or outside on our expansive wooden deck. Born in 1996, "Another Man's Stupid Idea of fun" has evolved into Pacific Beach's and now downtown's go-to spot for food and fun. Git in here and enjoy, my friends! Visit the Bub's at the Ballpark Website Location
Hodad's
Hodad’s has been recognized as one of the top 5 burger joints in the country by CNN with Hodad’s being the only West Coast restaurant to get recognized. Located in Downtown San Diego, Hodad's offers some of the West Coast's biggest hamburgers. According to Forbes Traveler, the most popular menu item, the double, weighs in at well over half a pound and is piled with lettuce, tomato, onion, pickle, mayonnaise, mustard and ketchup. Hodad's famously messy burgers come wrapped in wax paper, which owner Mike Hardin half-jokingly calls a "burger trough." Do as the locals do and order a double bacon cheeseburger with fries and a shake. Lesser appetites can order an "unburger"--all of the toppings, none of the burger. Visit the Hodad's Website Location
Vin De Syrah
Inspired by the eclectic lounges of New York’s “meatpacking district” and the warm brasseries of turn of the century Paris, Vin De Syrah is complemented by amazing cheeses, desserts, and a friendly wine list. this subterranean yet organic space pays respect to the old but embraces the new world with a contemporary style all its own. A much needed “breath of fresh air” for the Gaslamp Quarter, Vin De Syrah offers spirits, unique beer and of course, an array of beautiful wines by the glass. if it’s a dirty martini, a frosty Chimay, or a smooth glass of Bordeaux, this is the chill out parlor for you. Visit the Vin De Syrah Website Location
The Palm
At The Palm, our philosophy is simple: Treat guests like family, serve great food, and always exceed expectations. That philosophy was born in 1926, when Pio Bozzi and John Ganzi opened the first Palm in New York City. From day one, Pio and John shared their commitment to quality and generosity of spirit with every guest who walked through their doors. What began as a restaurant became a legend – a place to not only enjoy an excellent meal but also catch up with old friends, meet new ones, close business deals, and celebrate family milestones. Visit The Palm Website Location
Bootlegger
Built on a locals-oriented foundation, Bootlegger strives to provide a friendly, comfortable atmosphere in which you’ll always be treated like family. Sprung from the minds of local industry experts, Bootlegger takes the comfort of your best friend’s living room and pairs it with the allure of a 1920’s speakeasy. Dine on modern versions of comfort food classics as you enjoy all the quality entertainment the San Diego nightlife scene has to offer. Bootlegger: Where a drink and a smile never go out of style. Visit the Bootlegger Website Location
Rock Bottom
Located minutes from the San Diego Zoo, San Diego International Airport and picturesque San Diego Bay, this unique Rock Bottom shares architecture with other structures in the historic Gaslamp Quarter of downtown San Diego. Enjoy hand-crafted beers and ales on Rock Bottom San Diego's signature Starlight Loft, an open-air patio with accomodations for 75 diners or 110 cocktail-partiers. Also available for private dining and special events. Visit the Rock Bottom Website Location
