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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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Your Guides to San Diego Restaurants, Wineries, Breweries and Distilleries.

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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The Office Trivia

Apr 22, 2025

📝 Bears. Beets. Battlestar Galactica. Gear up for The Office Trivia Night at Liberty Public Market on April 22nd from 6pm–8pm on the Main Patio! ☕

🏆 Put your Dundie-worthy knowledge to the test and compete for prizes for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place!

👔 Think you’ve got the best Office look? Show up in costume for a chance to win a special prize—whether you’re rocking full-on Prison Mike or a low-effort Three Hole Punch Jim, we want to see it.

⚠️ Free event! Arrive early to claim a spot and fuel up with food and drinks from the market before the trivia chaos begins.

📄 That’s what she said! Don’t miss out—rally your trivia dream team and join us for a night of laughs, nostalgia, and questionable HR violations.

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Brothels, Bites and Booze - Gaslamp Food Tour

Oct 22, 2024 - ongoing

Brothels, Bites, and Booze is a fun and innovative tour that lets you explore the Gaslamp Quarter, the heart of America’s finest city. Experience what makes this city one of the top destinations for dining, shopping, and nightlife. Learn the secrets behind the district’s historic buildings as you to travel back in time to the post-Gold Rush era as thousands arrived in the port town of San Diego. This popular Gaslamp Quarter food tour will not only satisfy your taste buds, but your curiosity, too!

A walking history tour of San Diego’s thriving New Town
Indulge your senses and taste original flavors from favorite restaurants.
Listen to stories about the scandals of the Stingaree District.
Learn some of the history that they don't teach you in a classroom!

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Daring Greatly

Jun 20, 2025

Ticket Price: $18 ga / $21 DOS / $32 reserved loft seating (available over the phone or in person at out box office)

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FRIDA FIESTA @ CINCO DE MAYO SD | MAY 2, 3 & 5

May 2, 2025

Hola & bienvenido to the Gaslamp Quarter, official HQ of Cinco de Mayo, the most celebrated Mexican holiday in San Diego, California!

With the city's proximity to Tijuana, SD is SoCal's #1 destination for the best street tacos, tequila & mezcal bars, reggaeton-salsa music scene and all things Viva Mexico!

 

CincoDeMayoSD.com is San Diego's #1 Cinco de Mayo Nightlife & Dining Celebration, if you love #FridaKahlo like we do, you will love this Fiesta!

One ticket includes access to Gaslamp Quarter's top 30+ bars, restaurants & nightclubs, 15+ Welcome Shots, Exclusive Drink & Dining Deals, Immersive Art Exhibition, DJs, Dancing & More!

 

Event Dates/Hours

Fri. May 2, 2025, 6pm - 2am

Sat. May 3, 2025, 3pm - 2am

Mon. May 5, 2025, 6pm - 12am

 

Opening Party/Will Call Location

Toro Nightclub

672 Fifth Ave, San Diego CA 92101

 

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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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The Office Trivia

Apr 22, 2025
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Brothels, Bites and Booze - Gaslamp Food Tour

Oct 22, 2024 - ongoing
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Daring Greatly

Jun 20, 2025
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FRIDA FIESTA @ CINCO DE MAYO SD | MAY 2, 3 & 5

May 2, 2025
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Restaurants

Show Your Badge & Save at Camino Riviera

Camino Riviera
Valid: Apr 17 - ongoing

Present your same-day Convention Center Badge and receive 10% off your bill at Camino Riviera. Offer valid Tuesday-Thursdays for groups of 6 and under. Not Valid for offers or promotions.

Wineries

$10 off-Chauffeured Vineyards Adventure

San Diego Beer, Wine & Spirits Tours
Valid: Jan 9 - ongoing

Call 858.551.5115 and get $10 off your booking. Or booking online and enter promo code: 24SDTA5 Join us on the Chauffeured Vineyards Adventure  for award-winning wine tastings and wine...

Restaurants

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Bronze Bird - The Westin San Diego Gaslamp Quarter
Valid: Jan 24 - ongoing

Make it a memorable night of culinary and performing arts!  Enjoy 20% off food and non-alcoholic drinks for pre or post show dining at Bronze Bird, located only 1 block to the Balboa...

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