American Cuisine: 101 Restaurants Found
Whisknladle
Address: 1044 Wall Street, San Diego, CA 92037 (Map)
Whisknladle is the ultimate destination when in need of some culinary comfort. Boasting eclectic ingredients and bold flavors, patrons will be hard pressed to try only one dish. With Mediterranean comfort food that eases your mind and uplifts your spirit, Whisknladle is the place to recuperate and excite your taste buds. With inventive dishes like Charred Bone Marrow and Crispy Sweetbreads, there is plenty of variety to challenge and delight the palate. Cooking dishes that are Satisfying to the core, it is no surprise that the Chefs at Whisknladle take their ingredients very seriously. The executive chef even visits local farms daily to ensure that his kitchen has the freshest produce available. Located in gorgeous La Jolla, the rustic décor and laid back atmosphere makes Whisknladle stand apart from the mundane dining experience. Quality ingredients, friendly service, and great atmosphere- who could ask for more!
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Flavor Del Mar
Address: 1555 Camino Del Mar, Del Mar, CA 92014 (Map)
Inspired by the seemingly endless combinations of tastes and smells that combine to create flavors we love, Flavor Del Mar captures the essence of uncomplicated cuisine that prizes quality and simplicity above the overwrought styling of presentation and taste that is found all too often these days. Chef Jason Maitland expresses his keen eye for detail, and artful enthusiasm, on every plate; specialties like the Crispy Pork Belly and the Basil Crusted Local Bass introduce guests to newly interpreted flavor components that complement familiar elements on the plate. And with the stunning Del Mar coastline as a backdrop, guests are sure to gain a unique appreciation for the Flavor dining experience.
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Terra American Bistro
Address: 7091 El Cajon Blvd., San Diego, CA 92115 (Map)
Terra calls the East College District of La Mesa home. Chef and Owner Jeff Rossman brings quality to the table (literally) by stocking the Terra kitchen, bar, and menu with locally sourced and sustainable produce and ingredients. Brunch, lunch, dinner, and drinks reflect the best the seasons have to offer, and often highlight the rich bounty of San Diego and Riverside County agriculture. From the fresh fruit-infused libations to the “New American Cuisine” menu featuring preparation styles unique to the Americas, Terra serves up a thoughtful dining experience that celebrates the joy of community and communal eating.
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Restaurant at The Pearl
Address: 1410 Rosecrans Street, San Diego, 5 92106 (Map)
A contemporary, uber-cool interior and décor mirror a chic California-coastal inspired kitchen in Point Loma at the Restaurant at The Pearl. Chef Jaison Burke allows his passion for local ingredients to peruse your palate with a slight French flair. Eclectic dishes come from a variety of regions across the U.S including a magnificent Mac & Cheese made with Spring Hill Cheddar to start while the Grilled Pork Chop with potatoes, apple chutney and fresh farmers market veggies would be a solid main course. Whether you’re dining inside or by the pool, in a cabana or beach chair, weekly movies are shown outside on a 10-foot by 13-foot screen from The Pearl’s private collection. Seating is first come, first serve so make sure to get there early for happy hour and for the movies and enjoy wonderful wines and specialty cocktails. Dinner is served 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. daily and drinks are poured until 11 p.m. during the week and midnight on Friday and Saturday night. Whether it’s for a meal or a movie, the Restaurant at The Pearl is the place to be.
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Serenity Restaurant and Lounge
Address: 201 J St, San Diego, CA 92101 (Map)
Serenity Restaurant and Lounge offers patrons an exciting take on Asian Fusion cuisine in a contemporary environment, marrying chic décor and notes from modern architecture to create a swanky setting new to the Marina District of Downtown San Diego. Executive Chef Josh Hernandez has created a menu that not only showcases contemporary Asian dishes, but adds his own exclusive flare while utilizing California based ingredients and the freshest seafood. Guests will surely be enticed by dishes like Scallops with Julienne Vegetables topped with spicy mint dressing and crispy shallots or Kurobuta Pork Loin with quince grits, apple fennel kimchi and a pomegranate sauce that catapults Hernandez’s play on sweet and savory. Guests can imbibe on Serenity’s several handcrafted cocktails and “Serenitini’s” that caters to different palates, from a single malt whiskey creation called the Samurai Sazerac to a sweet and subtle sake based concoction titled Japanese Courage. Whether you’re in the area looking for a lounge to whet your palate or looking to venture to a new location that offers a new perspective on Asian dining, Serenity Restaurant and Lounge in the Marina District will take care of your needs, all day and throughout the night.
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