Where to Eat
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Welcome, culinary adventurers! San Diegoâs food scene is as diverse as it is delicious. Ours is a buzzing border city, beach town, military hub and cultural melting pot all in one. Those rich identities combine to shape our favorite cuisinesâfrom Coastal Mexican to the Asian offerings of the Convoy Districtâand donât forget the craft beer. Warm up your OpenTable App; letâs make some reservations! First, the basics: Every neighborhood boasts dozens of eateries that celebrate our devotion to fresh, zesty Mexican flavors. Visitors should begin with the quintessential San Diegan dish: The creamy, crunchy, fabulous fish taco. Taste the original at our homegrown chain, Rubioâs or experience an elevated version (with ocean views) at Mitchâs in Point Loma. Speaking of iconic dishes, the French-fry laden California burrito is just as essential. Not sure where to go? Calm your hungry nerves, because every taco shop in town makes a good one. Multicultural influences shine in Little Italy and The Convoy District. The former is a
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walkable, downtown neighborhood, perfect for romantic gnocchi dinners or gelato with friends. The latter is your best bet for swooninducing bao buns, ramen and Boba in a strip mall setting. Both areas are bustling at mealtimes, with limited parking options. So, plan to dine early with little kids. For family-friendly spots and great parking, donât miss our most recent gastronomical developmentâLiberty Station. The converted Naval Training Center in Point Loma boasts wide grassy spaces, a food hall, and a favorite kid-friendly restaurant, Officine Buona Forchettaâa laid back spot for authentic Naples-style pizza with an outdoor playground onsite. For the absolute trendiest eateries in town, head to North Park. Station Tavern and Waypoint Public offer play areas for little kids and exceptional craft beer selections. Visit www.SanDiegoFamily.com for more restaurants with play spaces and a list of kids-eat-free days around the county.