24/7 San Diego: Where to Feast After Midnight

by Erin Chambers - Citysearch Editor - 9,287 Reviews - 164 Lists

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Updated: September 28, 2009

Hungry after midnight? Craving a burrito at 4am? From North Park taco shops to Downtown pizzerias, we uncovered a host of after-hours eats in San Diego.

San Diego Restaurants Open Late

  1. 1 3 Star Rating: Average Ciros Pizzaria
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    534 Market St, San Diego, CA 92101 (map)

    It's where the Gaslamp club goers wait in line for $2 slices after the bar scene fizzles at 1:30am. It's also the perfect "if we get separated at the club" meetup spot for out-of-towners or those not so familiar with the Fifth Ave scene.

  2. 2 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended Golden Dragon
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    414 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92103 (map)

    Not into greasy Mexican food? Pizza not your thing? Try the former Golden Dragon in Hillcrest for a Asian-infused feast until 3am.

  3. 3 2.5 Star Rating: Below Average Nick's At The Beach
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    809 Thomas Ave, San Diego, CA 92109 (map)

    Famous for freshly grilled burgers and fries after 2am, Nick's is the go-to spot in PB for late-night eats. Be sure to bring your patience with you, as there's often quite a crowd after 1am.

  4. 4 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Saguaro's Mexican Food
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    3753 30th St, San Diego, CA 92104 (map)

    30th Street's go-to greasy Mexican food shop that's open 24 hours is a popular fourth meal destination for North Park's eclectic set of bar flies.

  5. 5 3.5 Star Rating: Average Studio Diner
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    4701 Ruffin Rd, San Diego, CA 92123 (map)

    This 24-hour diner tucked away in Kearny Mesa serves a bustling lunch-hour crowd by day and hungry night-crawlers after hours.

  6. 6 4 Star Rating: Recommended La Posta De Acapulco's
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    3980 3rd Ave, San Diego, CA 92103 (map)

    While serving executives and Mercy hospital employees by day, La Posta's best business comes at night when San Diego's post-party entourages wait haphazardly in line for the stand's solid Mexican grub. The 24-hour, taco shop offers all the staples of a popular late-night spot: Authentic food with low prices, no-frills décor, and double the staff during the wee hours of the morning to keep crowds under control.