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San Diego is a foodie favorite — with amazing craft beer and fine local wines, too

San Diego's secret is out: San Diego has an amazing food scene! This beautiful beach town is also a dining paradise, and when it comes to news on the latest local restaurants and culinary honors, foodies worldwide are eating it up. As just a sampler plate of accolades: Tripadvisor’s Travelers’ Choice Awards has named San Diego the No. 10 food destination in the United States, while Food & Wine Magazine likewise picked San Diego among the nation's Top 10 cities for dining. And Thrillist Travel has called San Diego one of the Best New Foodie Cities in America.

Prestigious global awards have followed suit: San Diego now boasts five restaurants that have been awarded Michelin stars, the most coveted dining honor worldwide. And numerous other local restaurants also have achieved Michelin’s Bib Gourmand distinction for great food at a good value.

But beyond the accolades, San Diego simply offers an amazing range of great dining and places to enjoy it — from fabled neighborhood taco favorites to great food with a waterfront view to creative outdoor and beachside cuisine to hot new dining finds. And to top it off, San Diego is one of the top craft-brew destinations in the nation, and boasts a thriving local wine region. The San Diego food scene is quite unique, filled with local businesses and different vibes and flavors.

Explore the links below to discover San Diego food and drink — and where to do it — after a day of lounging by the sea or enjoying a fun-packed afternoon exploring everything San Diego has to offer.

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Food a drinks at the Marine Room in La Jolla

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Join us for a delicious tour of San Diego's foodie scene that will tantalize the taste buds, feed your curiosity, and have you craving more at every turn.

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Wine Tasting in San Diego

Locally-made Boutique Wines

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Liberty Public Market - Point Loma

Open daily, this public market offer great food, craft beer and wine and arts and crafts from around the region. 

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Behind the Scenes at San Diego Breweries

National and international award-winning beers

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Epicurean Adventures in Little Italy

San Diego’s culinary epicenter is home to celebrity chefs and high-design eateries along with old-world treasures and traditions.

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Valentine's Premier Brunch Cruise

Feb 15, 2025

Panoramic views are the picture-perfect backdrop to a spectacular Valentine’s Day celebration on our Premier San Diego Valentine’s Day Brunch Cruise. Treat your special someone to a chef-prepared buffet meal featuring savory and sweet classics, bottomless mimosas, delicious cocktails, top-notch service, and music entertainment. You’ll soak in sweeping views San Diego's famous landmarks, such as Coronado Bay Bridge and USS Midway from the comfort of our warm and cozy indoor spaces or the open-air decks. This Valentine's Day, a memorable celebration awaits on the bay!

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Tequila, Tacos, and Tombstones -Old Town Food Tour

Oct 22, 2024 - ongoing

Tequila, Tacos, and Tombstones combines food and history into a one of a kind, unforgettable experience. Travel back in time with us as we explore the Birthplace of California and the events and people who have transformed Old Town San Diego into the cultural destination it is today. Come with us on one of the most in-depth tours of Old Town as your knowledgeable tour guide takes you on a journey through the historical eras, from the early Spanish settlements to the establishment of Mexican Independence to the California Gold Rush. Join us for a night of authentic food tastings, traditional cocktail samplings, and fun!

Old Town is known as the "Birthplace of California"
Learn about the early Spanish missionaries
Eat some amazing Mexican food at 3 local restaurants
Enjoy haunted tales and mariachi music

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Cow by Bear Dinner Party

Jun 3, 2024 - ongoing

20 guests | 1 communal table | 5 course tasting menu | fine wines + craft cocktails

Join Chef Bear and his human hosts while they bring you a dining experience you'll never forget. Menus are crafted seasonally with the freshest and most unique flavors. Fine wines from around the world are pulled directly from Bear's personal wine cellar.
Hosted at one of Bear's secret locations in Little Italy, Address will be emailed approximately 24 hours before your reservation.

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San Diego Restaurant Week at Dockside 1953

Jan 26 - Feb 2, 2025

Every foodie's favorite time of year is here, and the waterfront restaurant Dockside 1953 on Mission Bay is making a big splash. Reserve your table for a delicious three-course meal during this year’s San Diego Restaurant Week. Don’t miss it!

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Wine Tasting in San Diego

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Liberty Public Market - Point Loma

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Behind the Scenes at San Diego Breweries

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Epicurean Adventures in Little Italy

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Valentine's Premier Brunch Cruise

Feb 15, 2025
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Tequila, Tacos, and Tombstones -Old Town Food Tour

Oct 22, 2024 - ongoing
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Cow by Bear Dinner Party

Jun 3, 2024 - ongoing
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San Diego Restaurant Week at Dockside 1953

Jan 26 - Feb 2, 2025
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San Diego Beer, Wine & Spirits Tours
Valid: Oct 8, 2024 - ongoing

Looking for the perfect gift that will leave a lasting impression? Elevate the gifting experience with our Winery Tour Gift Cards – the passport to a grape-infused adventure that promises to...

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HAPPY HOUR AT ALLEGRO

Allegro Restaurant and Bar
Valid: Apr 18, 2024 - ongoing

Join us at Allegro for our Happy Hour Specials! Available Sunday - Thursday from 4-6pm. $6 House Wine by the Glass, $8 Well Drinks, Oysters and more!   See why we've been rated one of Little...

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The Best Date Night Downtown!

Osteria Panevino
Valid: Apr 18, 2024 - ongoing

Experience the ultimate date night in downtown San Diego at Osteria Panevino!  Our new couples menu features cheese wheel pastas starting at just $79 per couple plus a delightful appetizer, and a...

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