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    Devilicious

    3.8 (361 reviews)
    Closed 11:30 am - 1:30 pm, 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM

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    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating

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    BBBLT (Bacon, Bacon, Bacon and more Bacon, Lettuce & Tomato with fried egg and melted cheddar cheese)
    James K.

    My first time and I'm sure I'll be back. I just pulled into home when I saw this truck out in front of an apartment complex across the street. I was hungry and thought this might be a good option to anything I would cook this evening. Quick check of their Yelp page and based on all the good reviews I figured how could I go wrong. Everything on the menu sounds amazing but the vast majority of the reviews I read all mentioned the BBBLT (Bacon, Bacon, Bacon and more Bacon, Lettuce and Tomato) sandwich. In addition to being a traditional BLT with an abundance of Bacon, it's served on fresh sourdough bread with melted cheddar & jack cheeses and a fried egg. I figured I would play it safe and order this sandwich everyone was raving about and I had a side of their regular fries. They take credit cards so it was very convenient to pay. They made the sandwich fresh along with the fries and it wasn't a very long wait. I went back to my house to enjoy the meal. The sandwich came with a small salad with a balsamic dressing. The sandwich looks amazing with several thicker than average slices of bacon hanging out of either end of the sandwich. I parted it and the cheese was still melted and stringy. There was just a trace of the egg yolk dripping down. The sandwich literally looked too good to eat!!! I've seen pictures of food like this but rarely ever get a chance to actually taste something that looks this amazing. Well, looks were not deceiving! The bacon was amazing along with the fresh sourdough bread, perfectly cooked fried egg and incredible cheeses! Absolutely one of the best sandwiches I've ever had. They have a website and fortunately, on the website they list all the locations their food truck will be throughout the week. I STRONGLY recommend you check out this list and if they are going to be in your neighborhood, you must try their food! I can't wait until they return to my neighborhood because I plan to try some of the other incredibly delicious sounding sandwiches on their menu! So, why not five stars if I'm raving so much about the food? Styrofoam to-go containers. Sorry 'Devilicious' but you cannot recycle Styrofoam here in San Diego County. There is one facility down near the border but I'm not driving all the way down there and the city will not pick up Styrofoam for recycling. Furthermore, there are SO many companies, here in San Diego, that make recyclable to-go containers. And I've personally priced it and compared to the Styrofoam containers, it might cost you an extra 8 cents per item which is a cost you could certainly pass along in the prices for your food. I would gladly pay a few cents more for you to use recyclable containers. Since they are San Diego companies, I'm sure you could get a better price than what I got off the internet. Anyway, just a thought but please get rid of the non-recyclable Styrofoam containers.

    Duck Confir melt
    Alex J.

    Devilicious was parked at WonderCon 2014 today, and they were one of the few I seemed to be attracted to for the unique menu and good prices! (other truck being The Tasting Spoon) today i was stuck between the duck confit grilled cheese and the pork belly melt! i was highly considering getting mix, like the duck confit melt with some pork belly, BUT for it being my first time, I decided to go with their regular offering to get the true taste of their menu! so the duck confit melt was chosen, along with some truffle parmesan french fries! All together about $16, not too bad for the amount of food, but keep reading for the minor improvement I wish for! (Don't worry still 5 stars! the melt was delicious!! the duck was tender, juicy, shredded nicely and had a good sear and flavor to it! not too strong but a very wowing taste! there were also slices of caramelized onions, sharp and crunchy, and ooey gooey mozzarella cheese and gruyere cheese! the bread was not too thick, crispy, and soaked up all the delicious flavor! ONLY downside was for the price, i wish there was more meat! the truffle parm fries were amazingly delicious! some of the crispiest french fries i have ever had! a big bowl of them, with black truffle oil and some grated truffles as well, at first it doesn't seem to have truffles but once you start eating holy moly are these amazing!! on top were a mound of sliced/grated parmesan cheese! mmm sharp and salty! the only downside to this was the saltiness and wish the cheese had been mixed in more so the hot fries can melt it away! Overall, still a 5 star service! great service, fast ordering/food receiving and delicious food!

    At US Sand Sculpting Challenge & 3D Art Expo
    Michael S.

    Devilicious is the only San Diego food truck I've been to multiple times and it is one of very few local trucks I know by name. This time we found it at the 2013 U.S. Sand Sculpting Challenge & 3D Art Expo at the 'B' Street Cruise Ship Terminal Pier. I had the Lobster Grilled Cheese, with caramelized onions, tomatoes and jack and cheddar cheeses. I liked it but wasn't amazed - the savory tomato base overpowered any intrinsic richness there may have been in the lobster. Maybe I'm a purist and might have preferred just a traditional lobster roll, straight up, which I realize would have taken more lobster and a higher price. Still, the Lobster Grilled Cheese was a solid sandwich even if it didn't communicate the rich decadence I expected from its lobster base. My wife had the Duck Confit Grilled Cheese, with caramelized red onions, gruyere, mozzarella, and a "port honey sauce". She loved it. I tried it too - very good. I love duck. The kiddos had a plain grilled cheese, which was rich, buttery and also very well received.

    Buffalo chicken melt.
    Marcus F.

    One of the better food trucks that frequent the UTC area. I found the truck parked in front of ProFlowers and decided to buy some lunch. After looking at the menu I saw the Buffalo Chicken Melt. I thought this was a pretty funky grilled cheese sandwich so I said what the hell. The sandwich came with a salad (mixed greens) with a lightly dressed vinaigrette. The sandwich to my surprise was on a roll, not a grilled cheese type thing that I was expecting. No problem. This roll was generously loaded with chicken, onions, buffalo sauce. So much so that I was able to pick out some of the insides with a fork before I was able to use my hands and eat it. The chicken was a bit dry and some was pretty burnt but I appreciate the fact they use real chicken not the fake processed chicken strips that some places use. Overall the sandwich really delivered on what I was looking for. While I may not order this particular sandwich again, there is enough here to try Devilicious again. Recommended.

    Maria C.

    Well it's about time!!! It's a hit and miss when Devilicious is at the Mira Mesa Food Truck event. We opted to try the following: -Butter Poached Lobster Grilled Cheese ($12): Comes with a side of balsamic greens, which were OK. I like the crispness of the bread and the ooey gooey cheese. Unfortunately, there were only 4 pieces of lobster in the sandwich - 2 of which were on my side of the sandwich. -All Crab Cake ($8): Also comes with a side of balsamic greens. Again, liked the crispness of the toasted bread. It was OK. I wanted more since we split it and I felt I didn't have enough to actually taste the crab. -Strawberry Cheesecakewich ($4): Wanted to try something different and different it was! I actually didn't care for it and wished we could have swapped it out for the truffle fries. I left full, but not satisfied. Their standalone, 'Wich Addiction, is soooo much better!!!!!!!

    Butter poached lobster grilled cheese
    James B.

    I came here when there were a bunch of food trucks set up a mile from the convention center during Comic Con. I was excited to check out what food trucks San Diego has to offer. I'd have to say that I wasn't all that impressed with this truck. I was disappointed because I heard so much about the butter poached lobster grilled cheese. With the word devil in its name, you would think the food here would be a guilty pleasure or tempting, but all i felt afterwards was guilt for paying this much for such mediocre grilled cheese that I can make at home. Butter Poached Lobster Grilled Cheese - $12 for a grilled cheese sandwich?!?! I understand there are pieces of lobster in there, but there is no way that I'll ever pay for this again. The flavor of the lobster was very bland when I tried to lobster on its own. The cheese was too overpowering to get any taste from anything else. The texture of the lobster felt as if it wasn't fresh. OVERRATED and OVERPRICED. http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/lnuQkZ6du_RLEY8zCcXW5Q?select=ZUTgNxEsdlgDkQyl3P3jRw#HreA98zKmj3mnXeJnUYTOQ

    Live and in person!
    Steven H.

    Great fresh food, my wife enjoyed her lobster grilled cheese, I had a BBBLT, it was delicious, bacon tasted like bacon and the other ingredients were fresh and tasty. This food truck is a worthy stop.

    LOBSTER grilled cheese!
    Shanda B.

    Lobster grilled cheese...say what?!?! Yah, I had to have one! Found this truck at the Boomers Food Truck event. Was in line for the Lobsta Truck when I ended up near the Devilicous truck so I checked out their menu. I couldn't believe what my eyes were reading, "lobster grilled cheese"! The grilled cheese was ooey-gooey with two types of cheese and a good amount of lobster. The grilled cheese bread was buttery and grilled just right!

    Partial menu
    Jim L.

    I'd heard so much about Devilicious' Lobster Grilled Cheese Sandwich, I finally got the opportunity to give it a try. Unfortunately the hype was better than the experience itself and giving three stars is generous for what was offered on food alone. The actual bites of the sandwich that had lobster were to die for however the problem was, as other have claimed, the bites of lobster were limited. It was essentially an overpriced grilled cheese with caramelized onions. Yes, the cheese and caramelized onions are a great combination but not a great $12 combination. The sandwich was served with a small salad lightly topped with balsamic vinegar. Fortunately, there are a few things that are working for Devilicious: 1) notoriety from being on a nationally televised competition, 2) plenty of additional menu items so they do not have to live on the lobster grilled cheese alone and 3) the staff was very friendly and the service was excellent!! I was hoping to be blown away but unfortunately the only thing that blew away was the lobster in my sandwich. Perhaps next time......

    Fiendishly Good
    Conrad R.

    Devilicious participated in the Gathering of Food Trucks at Fifty Seven Degrees [http://www.yelp.com/biz/mobile-food-gathering-fifty-seven-degrees-san-diego#hrid:RK8VMNyh1luQbUgaNFC56g, even though the weather wasn't cooperating. They didn't punk out on the event and that's solid on my street cred scorecard. I thought I had arrived early enough this evening to sink my teeth into their Lobster Grilled Cheese, but it was not available. I was so disappointed and apparently not the only one because a couple of other hopefuls jumped out of line when they heard the bad news. Oh well, I'll try another item...or two. Perhaps something deep fried would console my broken heart, or at least warm me up on this cold, rainy night. I went with the $4 Truffle Tots and some ($4 for 3 or $6 for 6) Fried Yumminess. The scratch made Truffle Tots were tasty little tater nuggets. The Yumminess were equally delicious croquettes with asparagus, pancetta, and risotto. This may need clarification, so Message me if an ingredient *edit is needed. I especially enjoyed the crunch from the breading as a contrast to the smooth, creamy fillings. These would be fun to share with friends [http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/N103v2SyEGkq_keIu42xlg?select=uo2dy_U4OyX5T_WXLfqj_w]. I unfortunately got a cold surprise at the uncooked center of one of the Yumminess bites, but the smaller sized tots were all cooked through properly as they were piping hot as we ate them at our table inside the wine bar. Customer service is very friendly and prompt. The truck's menu layout is bright and readable, however, a lot of people (including myself) asked about the Fried Yumminess because it isn't spelled out [http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/N103v2SyEGkq_keIu42xlg?select=-40Wy_7xnbDeQ4-k8hd2AA]. I dig the cute name and maybe the ingredients will rotate, but it's helpful to read about what's what. If Devilicious was parked near my 'hood again, I'd give them another try. I'm still curious about the indulgent lobster sando and other savory sandwiches. I'm also a fan of their baby logo. Deviliciously cute.

    SOFT-SHELLED CRAB CLUB sandwich
    Scott T.

    caught up with DEVILICIOUS at the FOOD TRUCKS and FUN event at BOOMER's in VISTA. love their logo and paint job -- very clever. ordered the SOFT-SHELLED CRAB CLUB, a combination BLT and GRILLED CHEESE sandwich. took a while to get our food out and i would argue that's much to the credit of KRISTINA REPP and her crew. it's hard not to give in to temptation (especially with a name like DEVILICIOUS) and hurry your food when lots and lots of anxious people are loitering at your doorstep clamoring to be fed. but some things can't be rushed. it takes time and patience (food of love, baby) to perfectly toast a grilled cheese until the outside's toasty, crispy and the inside's melty and mine was done perfectly. on the downside, not sure the SOFT-SHELLED CRAB added much besides a crunchy texture and some upscale gestalt. i'm afraid those bad boys always seem better in theory than they turn out in practice. the spicy house sauce (a sriracha mayo would be my guess) was more sweet than spicy but the BLT and grilled cheese elements of the CLUB sandwich were grubbin' great !!!

    Jack M.

    Well done Devilicious Food Truck Peeps. You gotta love that name.... I meet up with this food truck at the La Mesa Food Fest Gathering and tried their Pork Belly Melt with grilled Brussels, caramelized red onions, and cheese for $9.00 (http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/devilicious-san-diego?select=dpYIjD3jyitLl2QkovY-nQ#uhtTNl39iDJTe2UxX1QEAg). The melt was quite excellent and came a golden crust and with a side lightly dressed salad greens. (http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/devilicious-san-diego?select=dpYIjD3jyitLl2QkovY-nQ#VY7at-2cLtyqEevYhbdP9g) The pork belly was very well prepared with light crispy exterior and tender center. Between the two, it had great texture. (http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/devilicious-san-diego?select=dpYIjD3jyitLl2QkovY-nQ#NB1kF-uhKCe4TTqd7JbqFg) Its flavor was quite amazing and had a great grilled taste with hint of smoke. The Gruyere and Mozzarella cheese were well melted and were a great choice for the melt. (http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/devilicious-san-diego?select=dpYIjD3jyitLl2QkovY-nQ#1j88AbCauyiYPfDNZB7T3w) The Brussels sprouts were very tender and also had developed that great char flavor from the cooking process (http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/devilicious-san-diego?select=dpYIjD3jyitLl2QkovY-nQ#3BD6FoYJk7AAqgkqVbNedQ). The onions were sweet and the fig base glaze brought this baby together well. It was a very enjoyable melt... The staff, the gentlemen and young lady who were running the truck were great. They all were in great spirits and had good senses of humor. I am always amazed with the quality of food that comes out of these trucks. How can you fail with a great pork belly melt...

    Bacon, jalapeno, and cream cheese burger.  Best thing I ever ate!
    Alan B.

    Never thought I'd say this but I found something possibly better than the lobster grilled cheese. I KNOW!!! It's blasphemous to even think it but the jalapeno, bacon, and cream cheese burger tasted so good I cried and had a cigarette afterward. I do kinda like how it's not always on the menu so when it pops up it's like meeting your soulmate all over again.

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    Our waiter learned it was our first visit to the eatery, and recommended we try their…read more"off-the-menu" tasting menu. "2 dishes per person," he promised--we were game. He mentioned they'd course the dishes out, 2 at a time, ensuring each of the dishes were paired intentionally. Beet Salad From someone who's not easily impressed with vegetable-led dishes, this was delicious. This dish was visually vibrant, and the flavor mirrored that vibrancy. The beets themselves were stunningly soft, even juicy I'd say. It's root-y flavor was ever-present, but it never became unwelcome on the dish. "Fragrant" is another word we all used to describe the plate, with the fresh mint and succulent citrus fruit widening each our eyes. Sweet, savory, fresh and...creamy. This salad sat on top of a delightful carrot labneh, which provided a creamy element further elevating the dish. It brought a bit of tang to the salad that I appreciated. Finally, there was a crunchy detail (which we know I love) from intelligently included pieces of pastelli--a Greek treat made from sesame seeds and honey, and that sweet crunch fostered the table's excitement. Trust was firing on cylinders early, strong start. Hamachi Crudo Insane. I'm a big fan of the amount of flavor that's packed in such a delicate dish. Off rip, you're met with a visually exciting dish. Red, green, and purple from the thinly sliced pepper, cucumber, and radish pop right off the dish. Bright colors and exquisite execution, placed in a circle to match the shape of the dish, had each of us salivating. With the first taste, the crisp bite of fresh cucumber catches your senses immediately, and then subtly spicy, cream sauce. It was aguachile blanco--my first time having the blanco variant. The flavor was stupid, I struggled to describe it's uniqueness. The Mexican flavor profile was proliferated by fresh cilantro and thinly sliced radish, followed with a textured salsa seca. The light nature of the dish paired pristinely with the beet salad. Now, these next two dishes were an exciting 1-2 punch in showing you exactly what Chef is all about--that signature wood fire Wood Grilled Cauliflower I always eat my vegetables, but I rarely enjoy them. They're two for two in accomplishing that feat. In a bowl lined with curry, they served up a healthy helping of cauliflower that showcases its smokiness first. With that first bite, you taste the fire quickly, but what surprised me most was how soft each piece of the veg was. The curry and smoky flavor from the wood fire paired deliciously. Though, my favorite aspect of this delivery was the inclusion of raisins and fresh mint. This was a new combo for me, and it delivered. The sourness from the raisins and the cool, herbaceous qualities of the mint cut right through the charred flavor. A beautiful contrast. As we continued to dismantle the plate, there was a familiar flavor that we all recognized but couldn't identify. Maybe it was the serrano aioli or the black lentils. Either way, we all enjoyed this one. Wood Grilled Octopus This was a favorite of mine, but I was alone in that regard. While nobody disliked the dish, the table had mixed reviews. For me, this was perfectly cooked. The texture of the octopus was ridiculous with a cooking technique that created a crispy exterior while maintaining a tender bite. The smokiness didn't shy away here either. I mean damn. Most weren't a fan of the pepperoni, but fresh, ground meat added a rustic flavor pop that satiated my palate. It held that beloved pepperoni flavor, but this style allowed for it's flavor to spread across each bite. What made this dish unique from any other octopus I've had was the addition of castelvetrano olives and legumes. They both brought an interesting flavor and texture element that surprised me. Lastly, the salsa verde served as a perfect sauce, providing an element of moisture that complimented the charred features. Well done. After round two is when shit got real. Crab Fried Rice OH SHIT. WTF. One of the best rice dishes I've ever had. This is one we all wished was much much bigger. Despite the name, this dish includes chunks of incredibly juicy, wood-roasted lobster that there was never going to be enough of. The crab was shredded and could be found in each bite of plump rice, providing a pleasing flavor. Both a lemongrass emulsion and Thai chili were included, offering a wonderful duality of zest and spice. I thoroughly enjoyed the basil and cashew elements as they created some extra variety in flavor and texture. Not much else is needed for me to say, it's a must order. Char Sui Glazed Brisket OH SHIT. Back to back hitters, and they paired... There's sadly a character limit, but tap in and read the rest of my review for free on my Substack: Still Chewing https://stillchewing.substack.com/p/herb-and-sea

    My friend and I loved being able to sit out on the patio to enjoy our food and champagne on such a…read morebeautiful day. The server was awesome and even brought my pup a bowl of water. We got champagne and did their Honeydew Lemongrass Limeade as the mixer, which I highly recommend! My friend got the Egg White Scramble and I ended up getting the Fried Rice. I was pretty disappointed in the basically non-existent bok choy in my dish since they chop it up and add it to the rice. It's a waste of bok choy honestly and the dish would be better with full bok choy pieces between the rice and egg. They couldn't even provide me with a side of bok choy because they pre-chop everything. As our dessert, we ended up splitting the Ultimate Sticky Bun. It is unfair how delicious this was! Condensed milk, strawberries, and lavender ice cream. Soo happy we decided to set one aside for dessert. There's a reason these sell out quickly!

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    Trust - Interior

    Interior

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    Bacon chop

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    ARLO - Souffle Pancakes

    ARLO

    4.0(480 reviews)
    3.0 km
    $$

    This restaurant had been on our radar ever since the T&C Resort's $90 million renovation in 2020…read more We finally tried ARLO on the strong recommendation of friends, and it turned out to be one of the best outdoor patio dining experiences we've had in quite some time. Our San Diego evening weather was absolutely perfect for dining al fresco! Our party of six was seated at the restaurant's best table, located at the northeast corner of their covered patio. We were greeted by George, the GM, and served by Patrick. The outdoor ambiance here is very chill. We enjoyed a comfortable breeze, and the nearby pool activity did not affect our dining experience at all. Our dishes included their delicious sourdough bread, rack of lamb, ribeye steak, seared scallops, salmon, branzino, wedge salad, s'mores, and blueberry cobbler. Everything was delicious! The portions are generous, and everything was nicely plated. For us, the highlights were the warm sourdough bread, rack of lamb appetizer, blueberry cobbler, and ribeye steak with a side of mushrooms--probably because those were the dishes my wife and I shared. Patrick was also kind enough to bring us a few s'mores desserts as we were celebrating an early birthday as well as our courting anniversary at the table. It was a very thoughtful touch. The restaurant also validates parking for guests who dine here, which is a nice convenience. Overall, we were impressed with the menu selection, food quality, service, and outdoor dining atmosphere. We would definitely return and highly recommend ARLO to anyone looking for a nice place to dine in the Mission Valley area, especially if you're seeking a great outdoor dining experience.

    Went here with a party of six and unfortunately everyone agreed the best thing we ate was the…read morebread. I wasn't feeling like an entree so just got two sides -- roasted veggies and mashed potatoes -- but I could not finish either of them. The mashed potatoes had so much butter or oil I felt legitimately nauseous halfway through eating them. The veggies were smoky but also a bit oily. For $10 per side, I was very disappointed. Those that got the Caesar salads said they were too fishy, and that the anchovy taste was too strong and needed lemon to balance it out. I was told the Mac and cheese was low on sauce and generally flavorless, tasting store-bought if anything. The Arlo Bolognese though two of my party members said was ok. The single waiter likely had too many tables to serve as it took him a little while to get back to us each time. The restaurant's decor and ambiance seemed elegant, but the food experience for the very extensive price we paid was abysmal.

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    Baked Alaskan

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    Fort Oak

    Fort Oak

    4.2(783 reviews)
    3.0 kmMission Hills
    $$$

    Ok wait I loveeeed a lot of the dishes that we ordered here!! They are super accommodating with any…read moredietary restrictions (one person in our party is allergic to dairy and doesn't eat pork, and they were able to tailor dishes accordingly). Definitely on the pricier end for certain dishes but many of them are well worth it! - sourdough bread: good but also why are we spending $16 here. can't say it's worth - ahi tartare: no notes, everything hit, would come back for this alone - steamed clam and mussels: these were some meaty af mussels. delicious! the clams were tiny & pathetic tho and can't say I loved having the chorizo in there - charred broccolini: honestly don't remember this well but i had no complaints - grilled oysters: another fav of mine!!! a must get - hearth roasted carrots: the yogurt & pesto were on the side (due to dairy restrictions) but the pesto was SO. GOOD. paired beautifully with the carrots!!!!! I'm dying to know how to make this at home myself - branzino: good but would skip. I do typically like fish entrees but this wasn't overly impressive. could've used more sauce - NY strip: our favorite entree!!!! paired SO with the bone marrow - duck: super tender and fell right off the bone!!! our second fav entree - almond joy: incredible dessert, every bite I felt like I was getting a little something new. vanilla ice cream in the middle. LOVEEED this as our ending to dinner

    Came for happy hour (wed-sun 4-6) in the bar ONLY.The bar is located in a separate room than the…read moredining area. Happy hour seating is walk ins only, no reservations. There is a "happy hour" on Monday but it's called Ouster Monday, oysters are $1 and they have different specials that are not offered on the normal happy hour. Got the crispy chicken wings, Wagyu longaniza, and burger The chicken wings were very crispy and came topped with a jalapeño relish. The relish had a citrusy taste to it or maybe it was the liquid from the pickled jalapeños. I liked the crispness of the chicken but I think the relish was too acidic for me. The Wagyu longaniza was my favorite, very strong beefy flavor. It came on top of salsa matcha which i thought was very tasty so much that I dipped the wings and burger in the sauce. The slice of radish on top gave it a nice texture and crunch. I see the Wagyu hotdog is offered on the oyster Monday special so I'm gonna have to come back and try that for sure. The burger was cooked nicely, medium as requested. It came topped with an egg, truffled onion jam, and cheddar cheese. The bun was nicely toasted and the egg and cheese added a nice rich element to it but I didn't care for the onion jam, it gave the burger an overall sweet profile. I'd simply ask for it without next time. Over all a solid burger, maybe I'd add bacon too. I also had a margarita which was on happy hour special. I asked for it to be spicy and they added a tajin rim which was nice. Spicy and refreshing! Parking is all on the street so I had to part a few blocks away. Overall a solid happy hour. I'll be back on Oyster Monday for the hot dog and fish collars.

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    C Level - C Level patio

    C Level

    4.3(5.6k reviews)
    4.7 km
    $$

    C level will always be one of my favorite restaurants to celebrate occasions…read more - Amazing views of the San Diego skyline - Delicious Food -Great service! - fancy enough for all types of groups The location is the number one place why I love this place. You get the San Diego vibe all the while treating yourself to a delicious meal. Note: If you have a long layover in sd. Definitely try this place! It's across the SAN airport.

    5 stars would recommend! Came here for my solo birthday dinner and I plan to come back tomorrow for…read morelunch/happy hour! Atmosphere, service, drinks, foooooddd!!! I didn't take pictures because I was too busy inhaling everything. Ceviche verde had the perfect amount of spiciness and shrimp, I was only upset that my chips kept breaking while I was trying to devour (enjoy) it. Lobster bisque chefs kiss, one of the best I've had. Seafood fettuccine, was well worth it! They jam packed it with the seafood instead of being stingy. Key lime pie for dessert I had to take to go because I was trying to be ladylike after eating all the other food. First time here coming from Vegas and I'm glad I chose C Level for my birthday dinner. Thank you to Avery and my waiter who took over. Thank you to who I think was the manager with red hair who came over and even the hostess who gave me the best indoor seat view! Everyone made me feel very special

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    C Level - Skyline views

    Skyline views

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    Hawaiian Ahi & Salmon Poke

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