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Ordered 2 meat plate with cornbread and Texas toast. The cornbread was nice my Texas toast came out…read moresmooshed but was still tasty. I got pulled pork and the smoked meatloaf. The pulled pork was delicious and the smoked meatloaf had just the right amount of smoke. For sides, I got the bacon, potato salad and the Street corn. I've had both of these sides before and they hit just right each time. I also ordered the bourbon pecan pie to go. This is the first time having the bourbon pecan pie. I did find some shelves in it, which were a little unpleasant, but at least I know that it's real pecans. It does have a strong bourbon flavor so it may not be the best for kids. To drink, I got the guava lemonade. I arrived with my pup and we sat outside. Everybody was super dog friendly. They brought a nice bowl of water for my guy. I ended up taking 2/3 of my meal home because the portions are big enough for two.

i'd give it 5 stars bc the good was fire, i had the pulled…read morepork with sides of beans, potato salad and texas toast it was 10/10, our server was super friendly as well as we sat at the bar. the only thing that made want to leave was the general manager Sabrina, she was yelling super loudly and being very obnoxious to the staff and some costumers she was "greeting" she really made the ambiance awkward as we could see the staff was being treated poorly in front of all the costumers. the tension in the air was so bad. i really wish that wasn't the case bc i really loved the food but id hesitate to come back.

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The best mac & cheese

Key & Cleaver

4.8(280 reviews)

0.8 mi•City Heights

Locally owned & operated

Free WiFi

Best burger I've had in a looong time, maybe ever?! I got…read morethe mushroom Swiss burger because I really couldn't decide, so I asked the nice server over the phone what his favorite was. Great recommendation! Absolutely delicious!!! I felt reallly good after eating it, and I am sensitive to certain breads and cheese. Knowing me I'll probably make the 35 min drive sometime again this week. And I got a Shirley temple to go from the bar and they don't use regular grenadine, but some other delicious syrup that is so much more flavorful and not full of red dye 40. Only thing I would suggest for anyone coming is to know the sign on the building is hard to see, so you will see the Chinese restaurant sign, that is basically where you are looking to go. The sign is flat against the building and I didn't see it while driving.

We recently tried Key & Cleaver and had a pretty good experience overall. We ordered the Greek…read moreburger, BBQ bacon burger, and two kids' basic cheeseburgers. The BBQ bacon burger was good, but the bacon wasn't crispy--it was very thick and more like a slice of ham. It was okay, but I would have preferred traditional crispy bacon. The Greek burger was also good, but not quite great. However, the boys' basic cheeseburgers were amazing! We would definitely come back just for a basic burger. The fries were also amazing--definitely a highlight of the meal. They have a great selection of beer and alcohol, and I tried the watermelon drink, which had a spicy kick and was absolutely delicious. Overall, a solid spot with great fries, drinks, and burgers. We'll definitely be back for those basic cheeseburgers!

3.1 mi•University Heights, North Park

Best burger in San Diego

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Inside view of tables & bar

The Hangout

4.4(62 reviews)

10000/100000! So delicious! Their happy hour is totally worth it! The vibes are chill…read more Service was super fast. We ate their chicken & beef sliders! GET THEM. So flavorful and juicy. Their wings... the LEMON PEPPER! If you're a lemon zesty person, these are the wings for you. Check them out. Our first time was memorable.

I made a reservation for my parents who came down from OC!…read more Pros: - Easy reservation through Yelp! It looks like they have more seating outside than inside. - There's a variety of brunch items that are not your typical brunch items! We ordered shrimp corncake and short rib omelet. The omelet came in a little personal skillet. Very cute food presentation! - Service was nothing to write about, but not in a bad way! We didn't really interact with our server much. Cons: - The ceiling fan was crazy intense. Pretty fair considering it was hot, but I kind of wished that we were seated inside instead with AC. - Shrimp corncake needed some crunch IMO. I'm curious to try to try the other food items and it seems that people like this place for HH.

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Nate's Garden Grill

4.4(707 reviews)

1.5 mi•City Heights

The best BLT on fresh bread and pineapple upside down cake this side of the Mississippi -…read more The food is as fresh as the beautiful plants sold at the adjoining nursery- The hippi ambiance is perfect with the music- 5 Stars!

We frequent Nate's at LEAST monthly for their impeccable vibe, delicious eats, and awesome staff…read more We've recommended Nate's to multiple out-of-town friends, and usually bring friends or family with us when we visit. The ONLY reason I'm giving 4 stars instead of 5 (and I'm usually a 5-star/1-star girlie) is that we haven't seen Cari, one of our favorite servers, in either of our last couple of visits. Over a year ago now, Cari stepped UP when I became faint and almost passed out on Nate's front deck. It was a hot day, I am BAD at drinking water but great at sweating; and as I stood up, I turned paper white and the world got fuzzy. Cari swooped in the moment she saw what was happening - making sure I was safely lying down, getting me hand sanitizer for my forehead and a wet cloth for the back of my neck (rapid cooling!), and orange juice for my fluid imbalance. I'm so SO glad Cari was there to take better care of me than I take of myself. I miss our nerdy conversations, and hope she'll be back soon!

3.4 mi•South Park, North Park

Menu inside 10-26-24

1/2 spicey burger with kale salad

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Interior seating.

Carbon Angela’s Kitchen

4.7(288 reviews)

Family-owned & operated

Established in 2023

The food is delicious here and the place is cute, however, they are consistently understaffed and…read moreit's a problem. If you need a job waiting tables maybe hit them up. If this were the first time, we might understand, things happen and sometimes you have to work shorthanded, but this wasn't the first time, more like 4th or 5th time over a period of several months and every time we come they are clearly understaffed and this place gets packed so it's not like they don't need more people. An entire restaurant is run by 2 servers, seems like maybe the owner and her son, and we could only see 2 kitchen staff working their asses off behind the glassed in kitchen, which likely means no breaks for any staff and everything takes forever. If you don't mind sitting and waiting for your food and drinks, by all means go here. The first time we were almost late for a show because dinner for 4 of us took almost 2 hours. We hope this review might inspire them to expand their staff because the food is delish and we want to keep coming back!

This is probably the longest overdue review I have ever written, but at this point, not writing it…read morealmost feels selfish because I would very much like to always be able to get a table here. But alas, Carbon Angela's Kitchen deserves every flower, every reservation, every "you have to try this place" text thread, and every bit of love. This place has become one of my absolute favorite hidden gems in San Diego. Easily top five for me, and as someone who dines out a lot for a living, that is not a casual statement. There are places you like, places you recommend, and then there are places that start to feel woven into your actual life. Carbon Angela's Kitchen is that for me. Angela is truly the heart of this place. She has this way of making you feel like you are not just coming in for dinner, but being welcomed into something she deeply cares about. And Emanuele is absolutely part of that magic too. Together, they have built something that feels warm, generous, soulful, and so special. They feel like long-lost friends and family now, and I am honestly just so proud of them and all they are creating. The food is the kind that makes you want to order with the whole table in mind. The griglia mista is hands down one of the best investments you can make if you are dining with a group. It is the meat platter, it is the moment, and it is absolutely worth ordering. Four to five people can split it, especially if you are also doing appetizers, salad, wine, and a few extra things for the table. It is such a perfect nod to what Carbon was before Angela took over, when the space leaned more BBQ, but now it feels beautifully married with Angela's warmth, Italian influence, and the kind of hospitality that makes the whole meal feel like an experience. And please do not sleep on the rest of the menu. The short rib is fire. The arancino trio is always a yes. The eggplant croquette? Obsessed. The crespelle? So good. The Everything Salad is my favorite salad on the menu, and the street corn should never, under any circumstances, be skipped. I said what I said. The wine selection is top tier, the appetizers are memorable, and the whole place has that rare magic of feeling cozy, intentional, and completely unpretentious. You can come for a low-key dinner, a girls' night, a celebration, or one of those "we just need a really good meal and a really good glass of wine" kind of evenings. And the back patio? Perfect for an evening under twinkling lights. It is one of those spaces that just begs for a long table, good conversation, clinking glasses, and the kind of night that accidentally turns into a core memory. They also have catering menus available, which is very important information to keep in your back pocket if you are hosting anything soon. What Angela has built is honestly something to behold. One of the hardest-working restaurateurs doing the dang thing in a city like San Diego, and now opening Bedda across the way too? I am in awe and wonder watching it all unfold. It takes so much courage, grit, taste, excellence, and heart to build what they are building, and you can feel all of it in the room. Carbon Angela's Kitchen is a true labor of love, a hidden gem, and one of those places I will keep cheering for again and again. Go hungry. Order the griglia mista. Get the Everything Salad. Do not skip the street corn. Share Share Share, so you can try a little bit of everything and do a tried and true family style meal, you won't regret it.

Arugula Salad

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Working Class

4.4(986 reviews)

2.8 mi•North Park

I stop here from time to time to watch a football or hockey game, but typically enjoy brunch…read more I was sad yesterday when I was told they were out of the pickle beer I normally get with my michelada. Luckily, Hayley was super helpful and suggested the strawberry blonde fruited lager instead of a michelada. It was pretty tasty!

With so much turnover in the North Park neighborhood, I would consider Working Class as one of the…read moreolder establishments along 30th St. It's an extremely canine friendly business with a section on the menu featuring edibles for dogs. There's a covered front patio, a bar with countertop seating and several high-top tables inside, and then a back patio. I recently came for breakfast as they open at 9 am daily which is not that common for a bar and grill. Paper menus used to be available, however like many eateries, they have moved to a QR code provided at each table to scan and view the online version. Breakfast fare was served until 2 pm. What caught my attention was the Shrimp and Cheddar Grits ($17). The dish consisted of two eggs any style, chili-rub shrimp, diced bacon, and tomato in a bed of cheddar laced grits. I asked for the eggs to be scrambled. The bowl came with a decent serving of the above contents. I liked the addition of the bacon and tomato that gave a salty and acidic flavor profile, respectively. The disappointment was only three medium sized shrimp were included. I had expected double that number because shrimp was the first word in the name of the item so it should have been featured more. The service from the waitress was pleasant. I gave a 3.5 rating for this visit to Working Class.

Baja Fish Burrito

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Mini corn dog appetizer

Clem’s Station

4.8(111 reviews)

0.7 mi

This is a popular Talmadge neighborhood hangout. They have a huge beer selection and a full bar…read more The food is fresh, well prepared with large portions. The staff is very friendly, accommodating and well trained. Taco Tues specials are popular. A great place to catch the World Cup or a Padres game.

Great spot. Beautiful cool decor. Sarah was the best server. The owner, Tony, came by several times…read moreto check on us. Let's go Aztec students. They offer a student discount. Tell them Mike sent you from The Movement.

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Chicken wings are juicy

Happy Medium

4.4(145 reviews)

2.9 mi•North Park

Best server EVER... We found a 1 top on the patio. She stopped by within 2 minutes on a busy…read moreSunday, got us set with menus and described the Sunday smashburher specials. We opted for a chopped cheese and the Caesar salad wrap. Both were delicious and LARGE (bought the second half home!!) We completed it with the fries (heads up they are the coated French freis..I'm not a fan bit they were seasoned well) We enjoyed the bubble, a perfectly dry Cava! We look forward to going back and working our way throigh the sandwiches (made by neighboring Loi's Deli)

Located next to Lou's Deli (in partnership with). Street parking only, some metered. Located across…read morefrom Saigon coffee. Lots of seating inside and out. Sat at the bar so service was quick. Tried their breakfast hoagie - Tots were good but egg mix was meh. I wouldn't recommend this one. The drink I ordered was super bitter.

Indoor / bar seating

CHICKEN MILANESE SANDWICH

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Large marg

Encontro North Park

4.3(2.4k reviews)

2.9 mi•North Park

We had planned to eat at a French restaurant across the street, but its menu didn't appeal to us…read more My husband spotted Encontro and suggested we try it instead. What an excellent surprise! The hostess welcomed us with a big smile and even handed us a "Pup Menu" for our dog, Benzi. She showed us to the bar, where Katie gave us another warm welcome. We had a few questions about the dishes, and she knew the menu well. I ordered the bottomless mimosas, which came with several juice choices. My husband had an Almanac Hefeweizen and said it was one of the best beers he'd ever had--cold and delicious. We shared avocado toast and a plate-sized banana waffle with homemade whipped cream and a side of crisp bacon. The toast came with a generous amount of avocado, and my soft-scrambled eggs were cooked exactly as I'd asked. The waffle was warm and crispy. Encontro has a bright, relaxed atmosphere, with wood accents, green plants, and an open layout. The manager, Kanya (I hope I've spelled that correctly), checked on us several times and made sure we were happy with our meal. Katie and Kanya made our visit especially enjoyable. We highly recommend Encontro, especially if you're bringing your dog. Thanks, ladies, AWESOME Service!!!!

Encontro is a busy gastropub sitting right on the corner of 30th & University in North Park. I love…read morecoming here specifically for their happy hour specials -- the plates are the perfect size, the drink deals are solid, and it's an easy spot to pop into after walking around the neighborhood. The entrée menu is decent -- nothing too out of the ordinary -- and pricing runs a little high in my opinion. But the atmosphere is lively, they're dog‑friendly, and the patio area is a nice place to sit if you want something casual and comfortable. Overall, a decent option if you're looking for a sit‑down American restaurant in North Park with good happy hour bites and a fun, busy vibe.

Great Indoor Seating Area W/ Open Bay Windows!

Churro Ice Cream Sandwich

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Fried pickles

Kinchana

4.8(66 reviews)

0.5 mi•Rolando

Burger is really tasty I had the gothic topic melted in my mouth on the first bite, my wife had the…read moreHighland burger with cream cheese another great burger. We also ordered one order of fries and they where not stingy at all, great portions, Hands down 10/10.

The relaxed and friendly atmosphere coupled with retro video games and a comfy couch corner made me…read morefeel at home at Kinchana. I appreciated the ability to customize my menu items based on wide dietary preferences, which I took advantage of by subbing the pork bacon for veggie bacon on my Goth Burger. While waiting for our food, offspring and I played some Fox v Link on the N64, which was a great way to pass the time. Food came fast, and we were generously comped an order of Horchata cream filled churro bites--they were the ideal final sweet morsel to end the meal. Burgers are slim, creative smashburgers, with lots of fun Mexican and Asian influences. The only item that fell slightly flat for me was the Mexican poutine, as the mole wasn't my favorite, but I'm a bit of a mole snob so quickly fixed things by dipping the yummy crinkle fries into ketchup instead. If you like fun retro vibes and delicious, creative smashburgers, then come on over to support this local small biz!

GOTH TOPIC

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Curry fries

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Mark W.

254

7 years ago

As you enter you see a large spacious room with tons of 9-foot pool tables. They also have 3 Snooker tables and 5 Billiards tables. They have an upstairs room that can be rented for parties and birthdays. I love the level tables that are in great shape. Pool balls roll so smooth you think you are a better player. The answer is it's just good equipment that is well maintained. I always enjoy a Cheeseburger and fries before I play. The prices are better than anywhere else in San Diego and they have the lowest price on beer of anyone in town. You will love playing there. read more

Amanda F.

10 years ago

So far it's the best place I have seen to play pool. The place is very clean, the prices are also reasonable, and the Jbox has a great selection of music. I really recommend the place. read more

David I. T.

829

185

2 years ago

This lady threatened me with calling the police and was trying to grab my phone. She was really horrible with me. I don't know her name. Bad business practices. read more

Yeika P.

10 years ago

The place is great they have great pool tables and a great selection of food and the workers are very kind, I would go there again.

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