Great neighborhood butcher, excellent quality at a fair price. Only note to be aware they don't…read moretake credit cards; Venmo or cash

Yay-- so happy I found an amazing butcher shop in my neighborhood! They make some DELICIOUS…read moresausages. I wanted to make pizza so I got the spicy Italian & pepperoni sausages for it, and both of them were soooo tasty. Three sausages + the $6 basil pesto totaled a little over $18. Of course $12 for three sausages isn't particularly sustainable for a lot of us, but when it's a special occasion or you're wanting to treat yourself, it's very worth it :) The staff is great, and the place is located in an area a lot of parking and close to balboa. The basil pesto was also really yummy, I added a little lemon to it because I love a little more citrus in mine and it really made all the flavors pop.

Siesel's Meats is the original location if you love going to Iowa Farms in Mission Valley. These…read moretwo locations will be our go to for getting high quality butchered meats. We typically go to Iowa Farms since it's close to us and we're familiar with the location. We love getting the potato salad and bbq baked beans (prepackaged) sides there when we stop in, but if you're not early on the weekend, they usually run out. So we decided since we'd be in the Bay Park area, we'll check out the original location, Siesel's. Glad we did! I wanted to make a slow cooker brisket one weekend, so it was perfect. Siesel's is a bit larger than Iowa Farms and feels a bit more open. Same great cow awaiting outside the store. But they have a whole deli counter with all the sides plus more! They didn't have any ready made prepackaged bbq baked beans, it was better, made fresh daily and we were able to get as much as we wanted at the deli counter. They also have several different Siesel's signature potato salads and pasta salads that aren't offered prepackaged at Iowa farms, which I absolutely love! My favs are the Asiago pasta and deviled egg potato salad. We also decided to try their Tri-tip sandwich made to order at the deli and it was delicious! Fluffy bun piled high with Tri-tip covered in bbq sauce and have the option to add cheese and anything else. Love it! Staff is always very helpful. Parking lot can get full on the weekends, and they can run out of the pre-prepared meats in the front counter, but make sure to ask if there's any more in the back or they may be able to prepare some for you! We'll definitely be back! Until next time! :) Simply the best! Series: 17 2026: 34

Been going here for years. Great sandwiches and always, always helped by a friendly team!…read more Their sandwiches are our go-to for picnics and beach days. They also have a great selection of potato salads and pasta salads. Love that it's a one-stop shop for our picnics and beach days!

J & Tony's Discount Cured Meats & Negroni Warehouse in East Village is easily one of the best spots…read morein San Diego for a top-tier aperitivo and great vibes. The eccentric, high-energy decor and low-key atmosphere make it a favorite, but the bar service takes it over the top. If you go, ask for Julian--he is genuinely fantastic! Friendly, incredibly knowledgeable, and super welcoming. I ordered a White Negroni , and it was perfection--crisp, impeccably balanced, and easily one of the best drinks I've had in a long time. You can tell Julian takes real care in dialing in the recipe and technique. Whether you're swinging by for a late afternoon drink, grabbing a prosciutto sandwich, or settling in for a full cocktail night, this place delivers. Huge shoutout to Julian for making the experience unforgettable--I'll definitely be back soon!

Always a stop after a Padres game! The Lovely Lex was so helpful and attentive tonight and deserves…read moreALL the tips!

They reopened pretty much next door. Still super delicious…read moreand bona-fide. Crazy good service. Definitely scope it out.

Hopefully it gets better. Order steak and eggs. Ordered my steak medium rare, came out medium well…read more Potatoes were great. But I was here for the steak. Remember your name. Tip Top "Meats " I'll be back when it fully opens.

Great little store with all the basic necessities. Staff is always helpful & friendly. Lots of…read morefood options.

This review is only for the meat market section…read more I've been coming here for literally decades, although it had been a while since my last visit. In the past, this was the place to go if you wanted that old-school butcher shop experience and some of the best carne asada around. Unfortunately, my visit yesterday was disappointing. The meat selection seemed mediocre compared to what I remember. The carne asada was cut into small pieces (around 6 inches across) and was already pre-marinated. Years ago, the cuts were much larger, making them easier to grill and far more visually appealing. Back then, if you wanted it marinated, they would do it fresh for about $1 more per pound. That level of service made a difference. The young man behind the counter also gave me the impression that he really didn't care about my concerns, which only added to the disappointment. After cooking it, the carne asada just wasn't the same. It seemed dry and lacked the flavor and quality I had always associated with this market. I'm willing to give them one more chance in case this was just an off day. But if my next experience is the same, it will unfortunately be my last visit.

I was preparing my selfie stick to take a photo of me beside the cow figure outside this store…read more Some grumpy employee of this store stares at me, flexing. He's giving me his childish version of evil eye. I don't appreciate some paranoid butcher treating me like a criminal because of a quick photo session OUTSIDE the store. At least he succeeded at showing how unprofessional and disrespectful he is. It's pointless to shop at a store where I'm treated like crap. I'll buy my meat elsewhere. Indeed, the best meat shop in this neighborhood is The Meatery at 6160 Fairmont Ave.

Pluses: hard to find items, high quality meats, super friendly staff…read moreMinuses: nothing Lot parking. Limited hours, so make sure you look them up before you go. Bonus on the weekend they have a barbecue or a smoker place that sells plates

We had a party of six at Puerto La Boca in Little Italy celebrating two birthdays, and we had a…read moregreat experience! The food was fresh, flavorful, and authentic, and the drinks were excellent. The staff really made our celebration enjoyable. Everyone was enthusiastic, engaging, and attentive to our group, and they created a fun and welcoming atmosphere for both birthdays. The only downside was that it was extremely hot inside the restaurant. It definitely made things a little uncomfortable and better A/C or airflow would have made the experience even better. Overall, we had a great time celebrating. The combination of authentic food, great drinks, and an awesome staff made it a memorable birthday dinner. We'll definitely be back!

What a better time to find this place than during the World Cup. We came here with the intention of…read morewatching the Argentina v Algeria match and we did not have a reservation. We got there and the hostess told us we could sit outside and that if a table opened up we would move insight. Totally cool we could see inside to the TVs. We had ordered some drinks and bread but a tabled opened up so we got to move which was great!! To eat, we ordered some morcilla and chorizo. For our main, 3 of us shared the parillada which was plenty of food. We also tried an empanada which was pretty good. The fries with the steak was amazing and overall very delicious. No good meal is complete without dessert so we got the milhojas to finish the meal. Yum. Everything at this place was amazing and the staff was just as great which made the experience even better. 10/10

We came for their $65 special that is posted on their web site and we got an e-mail for. Our server…read moredidn't know of the special so went to ask the chef. He came back saying the chef said the special had expired. We explained, we got the e-mail only a few days earlier and the special is posted on their web site. Our server said the only side was mashed potatoes. We pointed out the ad clearly states 2 sides not one side. The server also said the only steak option was a ribeye and that it would be a 16oz cut in half. As you can see from the picture, what we got is very different. This made for a rather uncomfortable dining experience. We've never had to justify our meal before. This was a bad dining experience.

Cons: Inattentive. Neglectful. Worst customer service experience ever. Walked out after ~30 mins…read morewithout receiving any greeting from a server, waiter, host, bus person, no one... no water, no bread, no preparation for our arrival, no drink order, no "hello," no "be right with you," no service, no apology, and no accountability. We were traveling and being impressed by reviews, we secured a RESERVATION days prior to our arrival!!! You'd think someone in the building would've been expecting us! No excuse for not being greeted, and not even getting the bare minimum treatment expected from any random 24/7 diner, let alone a premium steakhouse. Dining experience was disappointing (or nonexistent), and the private Yelp messages from the owner were extremely telling. Can't improve if you don't take care to acknowledge and address areas for opportunity. Customer service is a glaring one. Pro: Convenient parking. Spacious booths Wish we could give an opinion of the food, but we left.

Came here as our celebratory dinner before college starts and it did not disappoint!…read more Beautiful classic old school steakhouse interior with classic booths, dark lighting and stunning decor! We were seated quickly and our service was impeccable all evening! Began with some cocktails and their bread and butter service which was perhaps the best anywhere! Warm, soft Parker house roll that was simply perfect, served with garlic butter. For appetizers we had the best crudo we have ever had! It was absolutely perfect with the freshest fish and perfect dressing, we also enjoyed the Uni spaghetti which I loved and I am not the biggest pasta fan and the farmers market fruit salad. I don't eat meat which was fine as they had a pretty spectacular sea bass topped with caviar and served with mint and peas. My husband and daughter enjoyed their steaks with sides of broccolini and a caviar topped hash brown! Though I love dessert, we were simply too full to move. We walked off our dinner having had a spectacular meal! This, so far, is my best meal of 2026!!

My first visit to Born & Raised was after making an advance reservation, which proved worthwhile…read moresince tables are difficult to secure on short notice. Upon arrival for our 5:30 PM reservation, we were warmly welcomed and asked to wait briefly while our table was prepared. After about 15 minutes, we were seated upstairs in the outdoor dining area. The table was located along the edge of the building, offering a pleasant breeze despite the warm weather. We started with the escargot and fruit salad, both beautifully presented and very flavorful. For our entrée, we ordered the steak sampler platter, served on a hot cast-iron plate with Béarnaise sauce and a side of mushrooms. The steaks were cooked perfectly to medium-rare, just as requested, and everything was excellent. The service was attentive throughout the meal, with our server checking on us regularly and keeping our wine glasses filled. I highly recommend this steakhouse. They also offer a happy hour from 3:00 PM to 4:30 PM featuring drinks and appetizers.