Mister A's offers one of the most memorable fine-dining experiences in San Diego. The restaurant's 12th-floor location provides sweeping views of downtown, the bay, Balboa Park, and planes approaching the airport. Booking a table around sunset made the transition from daylight to the city lights especially beautiful. We started with the lobster bisque, which was rich and smooth without feeling overly heavy. The braised short ribs were tender, deeply flavorful, and paired well with the truffle macaroni and cheese. The duck breast was another standout, cooked beautifully and presented with great attention to detail. We finished with the strawberry shortcake Baked Alaska, which was an excellent dessert for sharing. Service was polished and attentive without being intrusive. Our server explained the menu clearly, timed each course well, and made the evening feel relaxed even though the restaurant was busy. The cocktails were also balanced and thoughtfully presented. Mister A's is expensive, but the combination of food, service, and panoramic views makes it an excellent choice for an anniversary, birthday, romantic dinner, or other special occasion. Make a reservation in advance, request a window or patio table if possible, and remember that the restaurant follows a business-casual dress code. read more

We went for 15th anniversary and Mister A's did not disappoint! Highly recommend for special occasions. We ate in dining room with a view of downtown , watching the planes land! Service was impeccable. Cleaned off table, folded napkins when we left table. Cocktails were great! We had Burnt Orange Old Fashioned with a custom ice cub with an A on it! Wife had Holy Spritz I think. Also nice. Appetizer we have Wagyu Tatare and Octopus Escargot style. Great tasting. One complaint; too many chips for Wagyu and not even bread for Octopus. But still great. Dinner. Ordered the Duck and Lamb Loin. Also great. Dessert we received a special chocolate mousse for the occasion. I had espresso and Berries Pavlova. She had peaches and cream Napolean. So good. Highly recommended! read more

Mister A's - Dining room table and the view - New American Near Me - San Diego, California

This was for my BIRTHDAY July 4, 2026 I had never been here but the night was Amazing! The views of the city were breath taking. Especially enjoyed when the planes flew by heading into SD airport. When we made it to evening the lights were incredible all over the city! The USA flag was Brazil and we got pictures to prove it. read more

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Went on a Wednesday evening and it was great. Reservations are easy online. We did find it humorous all the signs about dress code, it really isn't that strict but they keep mentioning it. The view is fantastic and probably the main selling point. The salmon Wellington was an unexpected treat, it seemed so simple but perfectly done. I'm not sure why everyone loved the whipped butter and baguette though, it was nothing special. The tuna crudo and pork belly were delicious, I just wish there was more. Dessert was a bit rich, we got the mousse. The waiter was great, very low key and balanced being helpful with staying out of the way marvelously. Lots of drink options and they came out very fast. Was it worth the $300 for 2 people? Probably not, but it wasn't as far off as I went into it expecting. Besides the bread everything was spot on. Would I go back? I would consider it for special occasions. read more

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I grew up in San Diego, but never checked this spot out. My dad used to love it! We booked for a bday and everything was phenomenal. The hostess, the service, the food, the views!!! It wraps around, there's not a bad view in the place. Loved the sunset over the city. read more

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We had the pleasure of going to Mr. A's for a sunset anniversary celebration for my parents. First, the service was impeccable and went out of their way to make the night special. The venue location itself is gorgeous with amazing views. Keep in mind you're near the airport so you'll see a lot of airplanes. It's actually pretty cool. The food was maybe the best meal I've had in my life. The drinks were really well balanced, and the desserts were astonishing, especially the baked Alaskan. This meal was amazing. What a wonderful time! read more

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DINING AMONGST THE UNWASHED MASSES Even though I have an entourage of assistants who can bring food from the restaurant of my choice at any time, and the option of having my personal chef recreate any dish from any menu, and have the financial wherewithal to buy 10 Manchester Buildings and line them up in my backyard... And even though I generally avoid the gawking-for-celebs energy of a snarky crowd armed with iphones, I do have the singular ability to shut down any restaurant at any time so I can eat there with my gaggle of hangers-on... unbothered by normies. With or without a reservation. Slipping the maître d a few Benjamins helps. So why do I come here? Well, sometimes I just want to be regular and enjoy dinner with the girls. I go out to dinner to participate in idle gossip, be irritated by the rudeness of strangers, and talk about quantum mechanics. Just kidding, talk about skincare, shopping spirals and social media. Duh. On the downside, the group thought they were merely joining a few rich out-of-state tourists sipping cosmos in $900 Christian Louboutin heels. But they found themselves broiling inside the white-hot center of the zeitgeist. This is due to the fact that... I can't leave home without my array of bodyguards, who perch at each corner of the room. In addition to threatening phone-wielding stalkers and walking me to and from the restroom, my security team serves a third purpose: discretely paying the bill with my $5K annual fee Black Card. We ordered the prix-fixe menu and two drinks each. The bill was $4,500, or 5 pair of shoes. The tip was, well I never like to talk about money. The "tea" was free. And the best part was nobody asked for a selfie or an autograph. I guess the memory of seeing me was enough. Pro tip: fine dining with wrap-around patio seating. Unbeatable top-floor views of downtown, San Diego Airport and Balboa Park. Classic 60's charm but modernized. We were there for a retro pre-fixe dinner which included Waldorf salad or lobster bisque, Beef Wellington or Steak Diane, and Cherries Jubilee or Baked Alaska. Food and service were impeccable. read more

Mister A's - everything's amazing and nobody's happy - New American Near Me - San Diego, California

Mr A's downtown San Diego 12th floor. We had a special dinner here tonight truly a dinner to be remembered. The chef takes great care in making wonderful dishes I had the steak Dianne with mashed potatoes We also had beef Wellington We also had cherries Jubilee, but they didn't flame it up in a pan like we expected. The service here tonight was absolutely fantastic The ambience was nice and quiet for the first hour, but then normally after many people arrive the decibels go up. read more

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Celebrated Father's day here. Great food and great service PS: do remember for their dressi code , otherwise you will get a loaned outfit read more

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Mister A's is a San Diego icon I haven't been here in probably 25 years It was my cousin's birthday so this is where we came to celebrate They gave us a fabulous half round table facing the airport View was spectacular Before the rest of the group arrived, I went to the bar and ordered a drink The view from the bar was facing Ballpark, but was obstructed Still the view to the south was lovely I've been meaning to come and check out the bar for quite some time and I will definitely come back We moved to the dining room and the service was spectacular. Five stars five diamonds whatever you want to call it. They offered to move our tab to the table, but I opted to close out The server carried our drinks to the table for us We had the most fabulous evening The food is amazing The service is top-notch. Nice to know that there still are some amazing servers. The view is spectacular I'm glad I was re-introduced to this place cause I definitely will be back for a special occasion read more

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The view alone is worth the visit, especially if you time your reservation around sunset. Watching the sky change colors while overlooking San Diego makes for such a memorable evening. The staff was attentive, welcoming, and struck the perfect balance of being available without ever feeling intrusive. The cocktails were excellent and crafted really well, and the food was genuinely delicious from start to finish. Every dish was thoughtfully prepared and exceeded our expectations. While the food and drinks were fantastic, what really makes Mr. A's stand out is the complete experience. Between the incredible views, outstanding service, and amazing atmosphere, it's the kind of place that feels special from the moment you arrive. Whether you're celebrating something or just looking for a memorable dinner, it's absolutely worth the visit. read more

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I've been coming to Mr. A's for years, and no matter how much time passes, it never loses its magic. From the moment you walk in, everything about the experience feels elevated: the atmosphere, the service, the incredible food, and of course the breathtaking view that never fails to impress. Whether it's your first visit or your hundredth, Mr. A's always feels like a beautiful escape from everyday life. The food has consistently been outstanding over the years, and the attention to detail in every part of the dining experience is what truly sets this place apart. The owner has done an amazing job creating something that feels both upscale and welcoming at the same time, which is rare to find. One person who made this place especially memorable for me was Jerry, a former employee who sadly passed away. He was the definition of exceptional hospitality and service. Jerry made every guest feel valued, remembered, and genuinely cared for. He represented the kind of professionalism and warmth that turns a great restaurant into a lasting memory. He is deeply missed, and I know many longtime guests will always remember him as part of what made Mr. A's so special. Even today, Mr. A's continues to deliver one of the best dining experiences around. Between the stunning atmosphere, amazing staff, unforgettable views, and consistently incredible food, this place will always hold a special place in my heart. read more

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Valet parking entrance on 4th street. So far so good. Got here at 4pm to enjoy outdoor "Happy Hour" before our 5pm dinner. Thursday is Sips & Dips for $5 each. Had the Cheshire Cat and Caught in the Rain. Service was great. Lots of smiles and patient explaining of drinks and appetizers. Showed us a sampling of Sips & Dips. Will provide a separate review for dinner. read more

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A dear friend indulged us with a birthday treat at this premiere San Diego restaurant. We arrived early for our Brunch reservation. That enabled us to explore the interior and exterior of Mr A's at our leisure. Staff was very accommodating as we took photos, etc. The jazz band had already set up and were entertaining . The music was sultry and smooth - loud enough to tickle the senses but low enough for pleasant conversations with our friends. Wonderful staff. Loved the attentiveness, willingness to point out menu items that were popular among guests as well as themselves. We made most of our selection based on our server's enthusiastic endorsements of particular items. We made great selections based on their recommendations. I'm pretty sure it was the manager who also checked in on us, kept up with the status of our orders and, along with our server, insured that each item met our specific dietary requests. Beautiful service. Beautiful views of San Diego from every vantage point. High end dining at its finest. Those pastries were exquisite, buttery, melt in your mouth heaven. One of specials of the day was dirty rice with kale, duck, etc. After the wonderfully vivid description of this menu item, I had to try it - my way. Asked - and received - the egg topping cooked the way I wanted. So delicious. It was wonderful and so plentiful, I needed a takeout box for the leftovers. read more

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My husband and I tried Mr. A's for the first time last night and it was a good spot to dine in if you enjoy good views. The food was ok it was on the smaller portion and flavor was just okay, nothing that wowed me and him , I was a bit disappointed but not discouraged . We understood the hype the views are amazing and drinks were not bad at all. I would not dine in again , however I would recommending to others for the views they are breathtaking overall 4 out of 5 stars.... read more

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This is such a gorgeous spot. I came here with my partner just to have a nice weekend getaway without kids. This restaurant has been around since the 60s but they've managed to keep the ambiance up to date and very beautiful. Our server was so fantastic, always on top of the table and ready to jump in to make every request possible. The food was really good too. We came here for brunch and I went with our server's recommendation of the classic omlette. It was tasty and just a standard omlette, but somehow tasted so much better. My partner ended up going with the Croque Madame at the server's recommendation. This dish was fabulous. I could have eaten the entire dish! It was filling but worth the carbs. Overall, this was a must stop. So excited to come back. read more

Mr. A's has always been a top choice for me when out of town guests are visiting. The views are pretty great and it's a nicer upscale restaurants with true San Diego classy charm. This was my first time back since their remodel a couple years ago and found it to have the same ambiance. I went for dinner to celebrate a birthday and had a great table right at the window. They had just celebrated their 60th anniversary and had some nice stemware announcing that. The wait staff were all very cordial but feel that since my last visit, the service wasn't quite up to par especially for a fine dining restaurant. The extensive wine list is impressive and the food choices are made to fit every preference. As for me, I ordered the Alaskan Black cod that melted in your mouth and had the most perfectly crisp skin Accompanying the fish were two small shrimp, fennel, and potatoes. While I enjoyed it, maybe a few more shrimp would've been nice. For dessert, the mint ice cream baked Alaska can only be described as decadent. As a huge fan of mint chocolate and brownies this was a perfect dessert for me. Presentation was spot on too. A last comment would be that while they acknowledged the birthday at the beginning there was nothing special done. Perhaps a birthday candle in our dessert at the least would've been nice. In all, another good dining experience with lovely views at Mr. A's that impressed my out of town guests. read more

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Came here for a Valentine's Day brunch with my husband. It was great fine dining experience. Our waitress was helpful and service was attentive. She gave me a great wine suggestion. The views are beautiful! It's on 5th near balboa park a top floor with a rooftop patio. The interior design felt luxury and set a nice ambiance. I enjoyed how it didn't get too loud in there, even on a busy day. Food was amazing! It was a 3 course meal with complimentary pastries to start. I had the French onion soup as a starter and my husband had French toast. For the main course I had a chicken roulade with butternut squash risotto. It was so delicious, I need to learn to make it at home! My husband had steak, cooked perfectly at medium. To finish off the meal we had a chocolate fondue with an array of sweets. After checking out they gave us a couple truffle chocolates to take home. I will definitely consider coming here again! read more

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Visited here for drinks only on their lovely patio that boasts 360 views of downtown SD ,the Coronado bay and the airport runway Views are pretty cool with a tasty cocktail in hand Standard prices- didn't try any of the food so can't comment on that Service was fine Definitely a place to bring out of town guests read more

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It was my first time dining here in all my years of living in San Diego and I would definitely go again. People like to complain about the cost of going here, but don't understand you're paying a premium for the experience, which in my opinion is well worth it. Booked a dinner on the patio 30 minutes before sunset and the view was amazing. Even better was our server, Ty, who I'd highly recommend people request as he made our dining experience 10x better. Really personable guy, gave great food recommendations, and went above and beyond to make our first experience worth it. The food itself was solid. Again, it's pricey, but tbh with how much other more upscale places that have been recently opening up in SD have been charging, I actually don't think the prices are that absurd. The food itself was solid. We ordered the octopus "escargot style" and pork belly appetizers, the short rib and duck breast entrees, the mac and cheese side, and the honey cake and strawberry shortcake baked alaska for dessert. Of what we ordered, I'd order the octopus, honey cake and mac and cheese again. The mac and cheese especially was insane, I'd highly recommend it. Lastly, parking was easy to find on a Saturday evening. We parked in one of the many paid parking/metered spots in the area. They also offer valet parking for $20. The entrance for this place was a bit tough for us to find at first. The easiest way (imo) would be to follow the signs for the valet parking garage (entrance on fourth ave) and take the elevator from there up to the 12th floor. read more

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This place has been on our list for forever. Finally came here to celebrate a special occasion! Ambiance: Classy, elegant, formal. 10/10 views of the San Diego skyline and the airport - you can even see the runway! People love to sit on the patio and watch planes. They have a dress code but they emphasize it multiple times on their website and if you make a reservation, so it's hard to miss. Great if you're looking for a romantic, dimly lit, elevated atmosphere. If you're the kind of person who loves your flip-flops and is turned off by formal restaurants with stuffy pretentious atmospheres though, this place is not for you. Food: This is definitely the kind of place where you're paying for the ambiance/views as opposed to the food itself. Pretty standard fancy restaurant kind of menu and prices. Of everything we ordered, the tuna crudo was probably my favorite - nice unique bite-sized burst of flavor and super fresh. We weren't the biggest fans of the duck breast entree and would rather have our good ol' Peking duck instead. Salmon wellington was solid but not super memorable. They have rotating flavors for the baked Alaska by season, we got the apple pie but I thought it was a bit too sweet! Overall still worth it to come here overall for the lovely ambiance and views. Parking is street parking and the restaurant is at the top floor of what appears to be a corporate complex, make sure to check the instructions on the website before you go. read more

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Food: 12oz Ribeye was honestly the best steak I've had in a long time. I'm not the type to exaggerate, but it was textbook medium-rare, seasoned humbly so as to let the meat do the heavy lifting on the taste (as it should be), and very filling. The Carbonara Mac & Cheese was amazing, to the point that it fill you up very quickly. The Crispy Brussel Sprouts were my favorite side; excellent crunch but not too dry either. Both sides are pretty big, so plan to share sides (there were 3 of us sharing the 2, and we still couldn't finish them). The Old-Fashioned and Espresso Mask were both solid choices. Service: Kristin was outstanding and very professional. She juggled a busy night, but kept her poise the entire time, checking on us regularly but not too often either. She gave us very helpful and honest advice (especially about portion sizes regarding the sides). My table's unanimous compliments to Kristin! Dress Code/Conduct: Business Casual is enforced. People have gotten denied entry, even with a reservation, so definitely don't show up in flip-flops/tanktops/other casual wear. They will email you a reminder about this. Don't be the table that's too loud or belligerent. Stay classy, or you will get kicked out (we watched a lady that had one too many get asked to leave politely (rightfully so)). Vibe: Views are absolutely incredible, especially at night. Christmas decor really set the holiday mood despite an odd 80 degrees in December. Definitely coming back here. Parking: Borderline non-existent in the area. I recommend getting an Uber/Lyft. read more

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The service and ambiance here is above all others in San Diego. Watching the planes take off and ships pull in and out of the harbor is worth every penny. The food is okay (pretty pricey in my opinion for the taste) but that's not why we go - you are paying for the experience. We still always go back and try new things. Tried the lamb dish one time and that was my favorite out of all of them. read more

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Amazing service, delicious drinks. Didn't get food but most definitely want to go back to try. The views were incredible, fancy and formal vibe. Lovely spot! read more

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Great experience and excellent food at Mister A's! My boyfriend and I came in for our anniversary and had a great meal with a great view! Our server was excellent and attentive. We shared a citrus salad to start which was fresh and delicious. The short ribs were excellent and the salmon Wellington was perfect! The Brussels sprouts were a great side. The turtle cheesecake was so good! What a great place to go for a special occasion, we loved watching the planes land and were able to catch a great sunset. 6:15pm reservation was a perfect time. Can't wait to go back! read more

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I have lived in San Diego all of my life and this was my first eating here. It was well worth the wait! The views are amazing. You can see the entire San Diego skyline. Our server was Mark and he was an absolute superstar! He went above and beyond to make our dinner enjoyable. The drinks were delicious and the food was fantastic! Those caviar tater tots gave me my life. I definitely recommend going here at least once for the experience. read more

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First of all, the food, service and ambiance here is exquisite. Five stars! It truly is. We came to celebrate my birthday right ON my birthday and were so looking forward to it. We made a reservation weeks in advance for an outside table out of the sun. However, we had called earlier in the day and asked if there were any tables outside that were indeed out of the sun (I have an eye condition). We were told no, so we moved our reservation via the hostess who answered the phone to an "inside table out of the sun but along the window." Great. But when we arrived, they started seating us in the outside patio in the sun. We told the hostess we had called earlier to change it to inside and out of the sun. She didn't seem know anything about it and proceeded to seat us inside, but in direct sun and away from the window! I am normally not fussy about where I sit, but I had an eye condition that was impacted by sunlight and we REALLY wanted a window seat for this special birthday. So I asked again if we could move to one of the empty tables along the south side of the restaurant that was not in direct sun. She didn't think so and was not too friendly about it. We finally were moved, but not to a window seat. So that was not ideal for a big birthday celebration that we were both looking forward to as we love a view! However, everything else at the restaurant went smoothly and our waitress and the service couldn't have been better. The food was absolutely yummy. We had the ribs appetizer, the Salmon Wellington, the Short Ribs for dinner, two sides (the carrots are wonderful and so are the mushrooms!), and the key lime custard for dessert. All scrumptious! The food was great. The service was great, except the hostess and reservation area and whoever we talked to on the phone, and we didn't get the window seat that we requested for this special occasion, so it was a mixed bag. Still, the food is fab and you can't beat the view. I still recommend it to friends and everyone I know. Mister A's is THE BEST. read more

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Prime rib was yummy. Filet mignon taste was strange but both meat was extremely tender and cooked perfectly. I ordered a mocktail cheshire cat. It's great for anyone who enjoys cranberry. I loved it! Service is amazing and everyone is very attentive. I love the ambiance. The view at night outside is beautiful read more

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Went with a friend right after Christmas. Everything we ordered was done well. Service was fantastic. Even on a rainy night we had a nice view of the city. Good spot for a special occasion. read more

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Beautiful and delicious food . They are having their 61st anniversary. Service was excellent . Ambience is the best in San Diego. The view of the city and surrounding. Lovely evening altogether with my party. read more

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I'd rate the service a 4/5 star.... Good, friendly, attentive, but not what I'd consider a 5 for the this type of establishment . No complaints though. The views were beautiful. We had great seating. The food however was disappointing 2.5 While the presentation was solid the flavor was lacking terribly. I asked the waiter for salt but honestly my plate needed more than salt. We had been wanting to try this place for years and we were very disappointed with the food. We even ordered a side of Brussels sprouts and they came out far too charred and dry. read more

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Top notch service by Matthew P. He was kind and prompt, and everything came out quickly. He was so nice to my daughter who had treated me for my birthday. Professional. I for sure would recommend him. 5 star Truffles fries while waiting were excellent. Lemon aioli (I believe. So yummy! ) enough for 4 ppl to share. Ask for extra aioli. My daughter and I loved these before we were seated to dinner. Mushroom soup was hot and well flavored good depth of flavor with a hint of spices. Perfect on a cold night. The bread is a must. Crusty outside soft inside. Delicious butter canele and herb oil on piping hot bread! Cesar salad was good. Slightly over dressed. Comes with an anchovy on top. We split our ribeye. It was cooked to a perfect medium rare that we asked for. It came with a fried potato hash brown which lacked seasoning and became a bit soggy with the slaw. I would ask for something other than the potato. We ordered a risotto dinner as a side. The risotto was huge. It was good, moist. The toppings were unique. Better to share than have as a meal. I ordered the Holy Spritz as my drink it was bright and delicious I would order it again. The dark chocolate mouse with raspberry stole the show! I will go back for that easily. The pralines on top had the perfect crunch. Best dessert I have had in years! They brought out a birthday cake which was so nice. We went this past Sunday evening at 7:30. Dining room was pretty full. Nice romantic and dim lit atmosphere. Of course amazing views. I recommend sunset dining which is earlier this time of year. We found metered parking around the corner. They do have valet. Heaters outside are nice bring a coat. Matthew took several pictures of us which was super kind and took us outside for more photos! Super appreciated! Made for a memorable night in my daughter's first time! Take elevator to the top! Please bring back the escargot to the menu. read more

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Mr. A's is a classic staple in San Diego. Over the years, it has been a prime place for a special occasion, business meetings or a place to bring out of town guests. They have a beautiful view and the service is always great. A few things we ate this last time around: Red top pork belly- I enjoyed it. It's a fun twist to pork belly app. Shared the rib eye was a good portion of 2 people My husband had the salmon Wellington and he loved it. read more

Another lovely experience at Mister A's on the seat-yourself portion of the patio! There's a few couches to lounge on and have cocktails with a short list of snacks to eat out there. Big recommendation for reservations: Patio reservations are usually BOOKED out far in advance (makes sense, it's gorgeous out there any time of day), so even if you write in the notes to request the patio, you will be seated inside. Ensure that it is an option on the list when you book! Anyways, the chips and dip were fabulous, and as always their burnt orange old fashioned is perfectly crafted-- we'll always come back for this drink. read more

Mister A's - Chips & Dip - New American Near Me - San Diego, California

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This is one of the most stunning - if not the most stunning views you can get in SD. On top of a Bankers Hill financial building, you get an awesome 360 view of downtown, Balboa park, Hillcrest etc. Usually places with a view like this, the food does not match but Mister A's definitely has the food to match. We got the salad with citrus, fries, brussels, and scallops. Everything was so so good and fresh; the brussels definitely stood out. We noticed the servers trying to upsell us at every turn but that's kind of what you expect with this kind of place. It was nice that they also brought out a chocolate dessert for birthdays! read more

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Mister A's was an amazing experience! We came here for our anniversary, and our view was beautiful. Benjamin was fantastic, He had great recommendations and even better service. Now food wise, I would genuinely go back and reorder every single thing we got. For our appetizers, we got a caesar salad and the focaccia bread which was the perfect start to our meal. We ended off with the red top pork belly and the braised short rib. The flavor in both of these dishes was absolutely amazing, I was speechless. Our drinks were refreshing and delicious as well! Highly recommend :) read more

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Celebrated my son's birthday and the service was impecable! Our server, Matthew, was very attentive from start to finish. Food was delicious. Can't wait to return. read more

Service and ambience are amazing here -- it was a lovely spring atmosphere and golden hour was beautiful. We also enjoyed watching the planes fly by. That is what you're paying for when you come here, because unfortunately, the food was subpar. The bread appetizer was so good and fresh, but other than that, we didn't rate anything above a 7.5. The truffle fries were also pretty good. We were here for an anniversary and they did bring out a dessert at the end which was very nice. read more

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I had dinner with a friend last weekend. We ordered the caviar tator tots and braised octopus carpaccio appetizers to share. He ordered the braised short ribs and I had the halibut. We also ordered a bread basket. The caviar tater tots were good, as expected. You can't really go wrong with tater tots and caviar... We were both really impressed with the braised octopus carpaccio. We've both had octopus prepared many different ways, but this was the first time that either of us had it served like this. It was a really amazing dish. I had a bite of his short ribs and thought it was just OK. It tasted very heavy to me. My halibut entrée was very rich as well. I don't know if it was cooked with butter, but I tasted butter. It was missing a grilled lemon wedge or some kind of citrus to lighten/brighten the dish. For dessert, we shared the Yuzu opera cake. We both agreed the dinner was decent, but the dessert fell short. It was overly sweet and there was barely any matcha, yuzu, or black sesame flavor. All I tasted was sugar and the thick sweet icing. For a high end restaurant, I was rather disappointed that my water glass was not refilled. Our wine glasses were refilled but the water glasses were not. Overall, I had higher expectations and was somewhat disappointed. I had met the manager at the Best of San Diego Magazine Party at Liberty Station a few days prior. He took down my name and reservation information, and said to expect a fabulous experience. My experience wasn't fabulous and nothing stood out, except for the octopus appetizer. The ambiance was very nice. Towards the end of dinner, we could see fireworks in the background. read more

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Mister A's is one of our favorite restaurants in San Diego. The food and service are always top notch. The view is also spectacular. If you love seeing planes fly into SD, this is a place to be. Everything I've tried here has been delicious but if you like seafood, I love the scallops. For appetizers, during our last visit, I really enjoyed the mussels and beef tartare. For dessert, we ordered a few to share with the group and the favorite was the pistachio cheesecake. If you come here for dinner, I would recommend making reservations. read more

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