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From the archives: December 11, 2007
If you could only eat or drink at one place for every letter of the alphabet in San Diego, which local restaurants and bars would make your list? See who landed a coveted spot on ours (S was definitely the toughest letter of all to narrow down to just one) and let us know what we you think.
On this page:A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H, I, J, K, L, M, N, O, P, Q, R, S, T, U, V, W, X, Y, Z.
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Arrivederci Italian Restaurant
Read Reviews3845 Fourth Ave, San Diego, CA 92103 (map)
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Anthology
Read Reviews1337 India St, San Diego, CA 92101 (map)
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Bondi
Read Reviews333 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101 (map)
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Baja Betty's
Read Reviews1421 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92103 (map)
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Cabrillo National Monument
Read Reviews1800 Cabrillo Memorial Dr, San Diego, CA 92106 (map)
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Cafe Chloe
Read Reviews721 Ninth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101 (map)
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Dobson's Bar & Restaurant
Read Reviews956 Broadway Cir, San Diego, CA 92101 (map)
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Extraordinary Desserts
Read Reviews2929 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA 92103 (map)
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El Agave
Read Reviews2304 San Diego Ave Ste B, San Diego, CA 92110 (map)
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Fred's Mexican Cafe
Read Reviews527 5TH Ave, San Diego, CA 92101 (map)
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Norte Mexican Food & Cocktail
Read Reviews3003 Carlsbad Blvd, Carlsbad, CA 92008 (map)
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Gulf Coast Grill
Read Reviews4130 Park Blvd, San Diego, CA 92103 (map)
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Gelato Vero Caffe
Read Reviews3753 India St, San Diego, CA 92103 (map)
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Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
Read Reviews207 5TH Ave, San Diego, CA 92101 (map)
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Habana
Read Reviews7777 University Ave, La Mesa, CA 91941 (map)
The 'burbs of La Mesa hide this savory Cuban menu, live music, salsa dancing and even a cigar bar.
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Iowa Meat Farms
Read Reviews6041 Mission Gorge Rd, San Diego, CA 92120 (map)
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In Cahoots
Read Reviews5373 Mission Center Rd, San Diego, CA 92108 (map)
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Juanitas Taco Shop
Read Reviews290 N Coast Highway 101, Encinitas, CA 92024 (map)
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Karl Strauss Brewing Co
Read Reviews9675 Scranton Road, San Diego, CA 92121 (map)
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Kaito
Write a review1476 Encinitas Blvd, Encinitas, CA 92024 (map)
Sushi, teriyaki and even spaghetti make for eclectic eats at this North County spot.
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L Bar and Grill
Write a review2223 El Cajon Boulevard, San Diego, CA 92104 (map)
Pop a quarter in the jukebox, grab a drink and sit poolside at the Lafayette Hotel's lobby bar.
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Lahaina Beach Club
Read Reviews710 Oliver Ave, San Diego, CA 92109 (map)
There isn't a better outdoor patio in San Diego than Lahaina's, which is an arm's length from the boardwalk.
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Lafayette Hotel & Suites
Read Reviews2223 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego, CA 92104 (map)
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Market Restaurant and Bar
Read Reviews3702 Via De La Valle, Del Mar, CA 92014 (map)
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Mamma Mia Restaurante
Read Reviews1932 Balboa Ave, San Diego, CA 92109 (map)
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NINE-TEN
Read Reviews910 Prospect St, La Jolla, CA 92037 (map)
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Niederfrank's Ice Cream
Write a review726 A Ave, National City, CA 91950 (map)
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Ortega's A Mexican Bistro
Write a review141 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92103 (map)
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OB People's Market
Read Reviews4765 Voltaire St, San Diego, CA 92107 (map)
San Diego's only community-owned, co-op grocery store stocks organic produce and dry goods in OB and offers classes and workshops in organic living.
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Portugalia
Read Reviews4839 Newport Ave, San Diego, CA 92107 (map)
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Lefty's Pizza
Read Reviews4030 Goldfinch St, San Diego, CA 92103 (map)
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Quarter Kitchen
Read Reviews600 F St, San Diego, CA 92101 (map)
From the menu to the sleek decor to patrons' designer ensembles, everything's expensive at The Ivy's new see-and-be-seen restaurant.
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Rainwaters on Kettner
Read Reviews1202 Kettner Blvd, San Diego, CA 92101 (map)
Downtown steakhouse continues to pack special occasion crowds with luxurious atmosphere and familiar menu
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Red Pearl Kitchen - Gaslamp
Read Reviews440 J St Ste 108, San Diego, CA 92101 (map)
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Red Fox Steak House
Read Reviews2223 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego, CA 92104 (map)
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Sushi Ota
Read Reviews4529 Mission Bay Dr, San Diego, CA 92109 (map)
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Savory
Read Reviews267 N El Camino Real Ste A-B, Encinitas, CA 92024 (map)
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The 3rd Corner
Read Reviews2265 Bacon St, San Diego, CA 92107 (map)
Ocean Beach wine shop also houses a comfortable, casual-chic restaurant and wine bar backed by bigtime San Diego foodies.
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Tacos El Gordo De Tijuana
Read Reviews689 H St, Chula Vista, CA 91910 (map)
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Urban Mo's
Read Reviews308 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92103 (map)
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Valentine's Taco Shop
Write a review665 H St Ste A, Chula Vista, CA 91910 (map)
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Vagabond Restaurant
Read Reviews2310 30th Street, San Diego, CA 92104 (map)
South Park eatery embodies the flavors and hospitality of the owners' travels with an eclectic menu and friendly, warm ambiance.
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Whistle Stop Bar
Read Reviews2236 Fern St, San Diego, CA 92104 (map)
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Whaling Bar & Grill
Read Reviews1132 Prospect St, LA Jolla, CA 92037 (map)
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Zagarella
Write a review1655 India Street, San Diego, CA 92101 (map)
Family-owned eatery features made-from-scratch Sicilian and Northern Italian cuisine with indoor and outdoor seating.
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Yogurt Palace
Write a review130 S Main Ave, Fallbrook, CA 92028 (map)
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Yogi's Sports Bar Restaurant
Read Reviews2005 San Elijo Ave, Cardiff By The Sea, CA 92007 (map)
Unwind after work with a beer, a game and an ocean view.
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Zenbu Sushi Bar & Restaurant
Read Reviews7660 Fay Ave, La Jolla, CA 92037 (map)
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ZANZIBAR CAFE
Read Reviews707 G Street, San Diego, CA 92101 (map)
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