Power Plays: Where San Diegans Seal the Deal Over Lunch
Updated: June 29, 2009
From suit-and-tie fine dining to quick Friday-casual bites, we've uncovered San Diego's top power lunch destinations.
San Diego Power Plays
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Dakota's
Read Reviews901 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101 (map)
With sheep head chandeliers, rustic wood paneling, and John Wayne-style portraits onthe walls, Dakota's draws an old-school crowd of power players and local politicos at lunchtime.
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Dobson's Bar & Restaurant
Read Reviews956 Broadway Cir, San Diego, CA 92101 (map)
This storied downtown haunt home to power lunches by day and theatergoers by night stands the test of time south of Broadway. Look for the simple green awning, and be sure to say hi to proprieter Paul Dobson, who still often works the room during lunch.
Fish Market
Read Reviews750 N Harbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92101 (map)
With unobstructed views of the bay, the freshest seafood in town, and a great old-school oyster bar, Fish Market (and Top of the Market upstairs) is among the most popular places to hold a business lunch or after-work drinks session. For out-of-town clients looking for a taste and a sight of San Diego, this is the perfect choice.
Rainwaters on Kettner
Read Reviews1202 Kettner Blvd, San Diego, CA 92101 (map)
One of downtown's original steakhouses continues to draw businessmen and local politicians to it's clubby dining room with plush leather booths, dim lighting and an a la carte steakhouse menu.
Cafe Chloe
Read Reviews721 Ninth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101 (map)
Consider this the next generation of high-powered lunch destinations. Young up-and-comers already frequent it during the week.
Harry's Bar & American Grill
Write a review4370 La Jolla Village Dr Ste 150, San Diego, CA 92122 (map)
A staple among La Jolla's power lunching set.
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