Lake Havasu Restaurants

Sbicca

Address: 215 15th Street, Del Mar, CA 92014
Sbicca
$$ Special Offer
The seaside city of Del Mar holds an array of charms, but until you’ve experienced a meal at Sbicca, you’ll not know how charming it can be. Owned and run by husband-and-wife team Dan and Susan Sbicca, the seaside restaurant is a quintessential neighborhood bistro. The restaurant proper offers an open, airy setting and comfortable vibe, while a separate bistro bar is a gathering place for locals, with an outstanding wine selection and a renowned happy hour. While Dan manages the front of the house, Susan runs the kitchen, putting together an array of refreshing, modern American cuisine that melds …

Via Lago Trattoria

Address: 866 Eastlake Parkway, Suite 210, Chula Vista, CA 91914
Via Lago Trattoria
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While far from the urban bustle of downtown San Diego, Via Lago exudes cosmopolitan charm. Located at the Village Walk at Eastlake, the restaurant is well worth the short drive from central San Diego, thanks to a modern, elegant atmosphere, spot-on professional service, and a menu of Sicilian favorites that will redefine your notion of Italian cuisine. Overseen by Joe Busalacchi, the kitchen turns out dish after mouthwatering dish using fresh ingredients and inventive combinations, such as Ramigna Alla Contadina, pasta with artichokes, chicken, zucchini, eggplant, tomato, garlic, basil, and ricotta salata, or Pasta Palermitana, rigatoni with spicy Italian sausage, …

Po Pazzo

Address: 1917 India Street, San Diego, CA 92101
Po Pazzo
$$$ Recommended
Po Pazzo may have an Italian name, an Italian owner, and it may be located in Little Italy, but it goes far beyond the Italian concept. At this wildly creative, upscale restaurant, the eclectic menu centers on a steak and chop selection, featuring succulent USDA Prime steaks, milk-fed veal chops, and rack of lamb. But don’t worry, Italy isn’t completely left out of the picture—this is a Busalacchi restaurant. A selection of pasta and entrees features flavorful creations such as Veal Saltimbocca Romano, Osso Buco, and the most enticing Spaghetti and Meatballs around. With live music Thursday through Saturdays and …

Gaslamp Strip Club

Address: 340 Fifth Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101
Gaslamp Strip Club
$$$ Recommended Special Offer
The Gaslamp Strip Club is named after the restaurant's signature "strip steak." This 21-and over steakhouse offers an old-school supper club setting, complete with curved leather booths, dim lighting, and a central grill around which guests cook their own steaks. Grill options include a range of premium steaks and kabobs, as well as poultry, seafood, and vegetarian options. An extensive cocktail selection, late night hours, and a casual vibe amid artwork by the famous "pin up" artist Alberto Vargas makes the Gaslamp Strip Club an ideal destination not only for a meal but for an entire evening.

Whisknladle

Address: 1044 Wall Street, San Diego, CA 92037
Whisknladle
$$ New Special Offer
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 California 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 …

Bully's East

Address: 2401 Camino Del Rio South, San Diego, CA 92108
Bully's East
$$ Recommended New
If you ask the locals where to find the best prime rib in San Diego, they’ll tell you to try Bully’s East. Opened in 1971, this favorite San Diego hotspot is known for their famous Horseradish Crusted Prime Rib, but they also make the grade with their impressive collection of sports memorabilia and classic sports bar ambiance. With a large array of options for brunch, lunch, dinner, and dessert, Bully’s is even open late—a tradition they’ve maintained since their launch 40 years ago. They also feature a full bar, an extensive happy hour menu, and a sports lounge. Bully’s East …

Donovan's of Downtown

Address: 570 K Street, San Diego, CA 92101
Donovan's of Downtown
$$$ Top 10 Recommended New Editor's Pick Special Offer Private Room Gift Certificates
Following the success of its flagship La Jolla location, Donovan’s has opened a new outpost downtown. Now the renowned service, quality, and setting that put Donovan’s of La Jolla on the map can be found just steps away from the convention center, the ballpark, and the Gaslamp Quarter. As with its La Jolla counterpart, the menu showcases a variety of cuts of succulent USDA Prime steak, while offering an array of other options such as Australian rack of lamb and North Atlantic Salmon. Appetizers and salads are available to tantalize the palate before the main course, and potatoes and vegetables …

Marine Room

Address: 2000 Spindrift Drive, La Jolla, CA 92037
Marine Room
$$$$
The Marine Room’s artistic cuisine is only matched by the natural beauty of the surrounding surf. Open for over 70 years, the La Jolla landmark offers world cuisine with an emphasis on seasonal ingredients and French techniques. Renowned for its fresh, local, and exotic seafood, savor the finest steak or indulge in their other creative fare. Enjoy Executive Chef Bernard Guillas’ pairing of delicate Maine Lobster tail and Lemon Verbena with sweet and spicy Mango-Habeñero Sausage finished with rich ginger liqueur butter. Experience elegant relaxation at the bar and lounge before or after your meal. Special bar offerings include select …

Beach House

Address: 2530 S. Coast Highway 101, Cardiff-by-the-Sea, CA 92007
Beach House
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Is this a movie set or restaurant? While dining at The Beach House in Cardiff, the shore is just inches from you. Dine on abundant seafood, steak or chops. The wine list is extensive, cocktails priced reasonably, and happy hour is every day. Diners of all ages fill this restaurant because the menu offers new twists on classics, contemporary flavors and fresh ingredients. Dine on dishes like Herb Roasted Half Chicken, Lobster Tail & Filet Mignon, Pacific Mahi Mahi, or Baby Back Ribs. They also feature small plates, a children's menu, home made desserts, and a weekend champagne brunch. But …

Humphreys

Address: 2241 Shelter Island Drive, San Diego, CA 92106
Humphreys
$$$ Top 10 Recommended Special Offer Private Room View
Step into the main dining room of Humphreys Restaurant and understand how opulence is mastered. The large multileveled room is bathed in soft light and flowing panels of pale gray and ice blue upholstery. Juxtaposed against the whimsical softness of the colors are massive exposed beams that lend an anchor to a bay-side view that threatens to draw you in completely. The menu is thoughtful and inventive in the way it continues this balance between the ethereal and masculine – the Mirin Sesame Shrimp appetizer positions two large shrimp atop a bed of mango-mint relish that is refreshingly cool against …

Greystone the Steakhouse

Address: 658 5th Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101
Greystone the Steakhouse
$$$$ Editor's Pick Special Offer
From the traditional Italian oregano to soy sauce and tropical mango, Greystone the Steakhouse on 5th Avenue in downtown San Diego displays a variety of flavors which will please the simple diner as well as the food connoisseur. Great steaks, exotic game, hearty fish and home-made pasta are prepared fresh and skillfully. They even have an award winning wine list awaiting you at this fine restaurant. Come for the food and stay for the warm family style of service in an atmosphere that retains the charm of the old theatre in which the restaurant was built.

Boat House

Address: 2040 Harbor Island Drive, San Diego, CA 92101
Boat House
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The Boathouse offers a waterfront setting on Harbor Island, overlooking the San Diego bay and marina. The menu offers quality steaks, seafood, and pasta dishes, with entrees such as Stuffed Salmon, Filet Mignon and Lobster duo, and Southwestern Chicken Pasta. Specialty cocktails, a weekday happy hour, and weekly specials are all reasons to keep returning to the Boathouse, as is the friendly service, comfortable atmosphere, and magnificent view. Their elegant yet cozy atmosphere is inviting for anyone, and with a menu and cocktail list as extensive as it is, any eater can feel welcome to dine with ease at the …

Fiddler's Green

Address: 2760 Shelter Island Drive, San Diego, CA 92106
Fiddler's Green
$$$
Fiddler's Green on Shelter Island is a great place for steaks, fresh seafood, and pasta due to the wide variety of selections available. All are offered nightly in one of the world's most renowned sailing ports. Surrounded by model boats, the eclectic charm of Fiddler’s Green is family-friendly and warrants long stays to absorb its allure and atmosphere. The restaurant serves a wide selection of fresh catches and features its house specialty Coconut Tempura Prawns and Calamari Steaks. The cocktail lounge and outdoor terrace offer a special menu with lighter fare where anyone can take in the views of Shelter …

BJ's

Address: 5500 Grossmont Center Drive, La Mesa, CA 91941
BJ's
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BJ's Restaurant & Brew House serves a menu of American Classics alongside fresh, handcrafted beers in a casual, lively atmosphere. One of many BJ's locations nation-wide, the restaurant follows in the traditions of the first BJ's, which opened in 1978 as a Chicago Pizzaria in Santa Ana California. Their menu features options for pasta dishes, pizza, burgers, salads, soup, sandwiches, not to mention beer, wine, and cocktails. They even feature a gluten-free menu, curbside takeout, and online ordering options. As for their hand crafted beers, BJ's is known for their unique brews they serve in house, such as BJ's Brewhouse …

Red Tracton's

Address: 550 Via De La Valle, Solana Beach, CA 92075
Red Tracton's
$$$ Special Offer
Red Tracton’s is a delightful return to the vintage class and swanky sophistication of an iconic American steakhouse. The restaurant draws on the romance and nostalgia of the neighboring Del Mar Racetrack, with maroon walls, horse prints, and dark, moody lighting recalling Gatsby-era frivolity and luxury. Portions are similarly hedonistic, with thick cut steaks, such as the Del Mar Cut— a 25 oz. Prime Rib that is sure to be tomorrow’s lunch. Offering colossal baked potatoes dripping with sour cream and butter, giant lobster tails, and jumbo shrimp on ice, diners should be prepared to bring their appetite! An evening …

JP's Pub

Address: 10436 Clairemont Mesa Blvd., San Diego, CA 92124
JP's Pub
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JP's is a classic American pub equipped with pool tables, a jukebox, and karaoke every night of the week. Locals know JP’s as an easy-going, casual place to enjoy a drink and have a good time. Each weekend they offer live music and valet parking. With a vast selection of draft beers and cocktails, a full menu of simple bar food, plus weekday happy hours, JP’s Pub is a laid-back neighborhood bar with something for everyone.

PB Bar and Grill

Address: 860 Garnet Avenue, San Diego, CA 92109
PB Bar and Grill
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If you’re looking for a great night in San Diego, look no further than PB Bar & Grill. This venue reflects Pacific Beach’s laid back attitude and hosts a happy hour nightly. It is known as a favorite hangout among San Diego locals and mainly plays host to the college age crowd. PB Bar & Grill has a great selection of beer and cocktails to choose from in addition to their full bar. Their menu consists of typical bar fare and quick bites. It is part indoor restaurant, outdoor patio, and dance floor all of which combined with music results …

Cafe Japengo

Address: 8960 University Center Lane, La Jolla, CA 92122
Cafe Japengo
$$$ Special Offer
While hidden from the road in the La Jolla UTC area, Cafe Japengo should not be missed. The upscale restaurant offers what is consistently dubbed the best sushi in San Diego as well as inventive Pacific Rim Cuisine. Executive Chef Jay Payne excels in crafting fresh, often exotic ingredients in innovative ways, with tantalizing dishes that almost threaten to overshadow the sushi. However, with Sushi Chef Jerry Warner’s 17-year tenure, and unrivaled creativity, the fresh, inspired sushi offerings more than hold their own. Guests looking for an especially unique experience should sit at the sushi bar, where Chef Warner crafts …

Hard Rock Cafe

Address: 801 4th Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101
Hard Rock Cafe
$ Special Offer
What started off with an Eric Clapton Fender guitar being hung up in a quirky London bar to “hold” his table, turned into a world-wide phenomenon where food, memorabilia and music mix. Downtown in the heart of the Gaslamp District, the Hard Rock Café covers its walls in clothing from Elvis Presley, Stevie Nicks and Gwen Stefani while whisking out American fare from the kitchen. Familiar rock acoustics are pumped out of the reasonably priced restaurant’s speaker system and the exceptional appetizers are a good lead into classic entrees. The openers at the Café are Hickory Smoked Chicken Wings, Potato …

De Medici

Address: 815 5th Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101
De Medici
$$$ Top 10 Recommended Special Offer Private Room Gift Certificates Outdoor Seating
Beyond the heavy glass doors of De Medici lies a wonderland of delight and extravagance. Once inside, wrapped in the cozy embrace of one of the booths, guests are welcomed to linger over an amazing meal and absorb an evening of tantalizing experiences. Under the insistence of owner Salavatore Vitale, many of the signature dishes are still created table-side. The soft rosy glow and intimate ambiance of the dining room is punctuated by the bright flashes of flambéing Bananas Foster and Steak Diane. Specializing in both Northern and Southern Italian cuisine, Chef Ricardo Macias charms the palates of many with …