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(619) 260-0033

741 W Washington St (At Falcon, Mission Hills, Hillcrest/Uptown)
San Diego, CA 92103 32.7498 -117.169927

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Neighborhoods: Hillcrest, Western, Western San Diego

parallel33sd.com

Hours:

Tues-Thurs 5:30-10pm

Fri-Sat 5:30-11pm

Price:

$$

Last updated 5.10.11

Category:

Restaurants

Payment Methods:

American Express, Visa, Discover, MasterCard

Restaurant Special Features:

People Watching, Business Dining, Romantic Dining, Date Spot, Notable Wine List

Cuisine:

Californian

What People Are Saying About Parallel 33

Featured Review

Amy Eddo

Contributor

In Short – Geography buffs might recognize the connection between San Diego, Morocco, Lebanon, India, China and Japan: they all lie on the earth's 33rd parallel. This commonality between countries translates to a global-inspired cuisine fusing the exotic flavors native to each region. The dining space also reflects a mélange of cultures in its ornate detail and vibrant color. Globe trot to India for elegantly plated pan-seared shrimp curry with coconut basmati rice and crispy shallots. – – –

Editor's Tips

Know before you go:
A popular eatery in San Diego, reservations are recommended at least three days in advance.
Look good:
Dress to impress at this trendy eatery and nightclub.
The extras:
Parallel 33 is home to the Blue Lotus Lounge, a sophisticated bar and nightclub in an elegant space to enjoy a decadent meal.
ambiance
100.0% positive
  1. great place for a romantic date.
  2. The setting of the restaurant is very beautiful and has a nice realxing atmosphere to it.
food quality
93.33000183105469% positive
  1. great food, a little pricey but worth it
  2. my friend got the shrimp curry which she said was the best meal she has had in a while.
  3. went with 5 other friends and we all throught our meals were absolutely delicious!
  4. The curried calamari wasn't bad although the server neglected to bring out the mango salsa mentioned on the menu.
  5. the fish itself was cooked to perfection and everything that came on the side was delicious.
menu variety
100.0% positive
  1. The curried calamari wasn't bad although the server neglected to bring out the mango salsa mentioned on the menu.
  2. Our waitress was very friendly and helpful with the menu.
overall
100.0% positive
  1. great place for a romantic date.
service
100.0% positive
  1. The curried calamari wasn't bad although the server neglected to bring out the mango salsa mentioned on the menu.
  2. Our waitress was very friendly and helpful with the menu.
value
58.33000183105469% positive
  1. great food, a little pricey but worth it
  2. the entrees are a bit overpriced but they were so good that i didnt mind.
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

10/07/08

great food, a little pricey but worth it

by geckogal at Citysearch

not sure why citysearch mentions you need a reservation at least 3 days in advance because i made one for sat night the same day and the place was empty. and also not so sure its trendy or a night club. however, the food was spectacular and the service very attentive. the entrees are a bit overpriced but they were so good that i didnt mind. i got the halibut which is the best i have ever had. the fish itself was cooked to perfection and everything that came on the side was delicious. my friend got the shrimp curry which she said was the best meal she has had in a while. you should definitely try it out if you get the chance. you will end up paying ~$50 a head, though.

5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

03/27/08

Love it!

by jimangi at Citysearch

The setting of the restaurant is very beautiful and has a nice realxing atmosphere to it. The service was spectacular. Our waitress was very friendly and helpful with the menu. She really gave great descriptions on how all the meals were prepared and what they consisted off. A very creative menu I must say. I went with 5 other friends and we all throught our meals were absolutely delicious! We kept putting bits of food on each others plates saying "you have to try this!" It was a lot of fun. Well worth the price you pay, I will definately recommend this to others in the future.

  • Pros: Something different!
  • Cons: A little pricey (but worth it!)
3 Star Rating: Average

08/12/07

Missed the mark

by bluefooter at Citysearch

While the concept is brilliant, foods from around the world on the same latitude as San Diego, the execution falls short. We started our meal with the Asian Duck Confit salad with grapefruit, jicama and candied pecans. I know duck is best rare, but this was dangerously undercooked and the fat from the duck coated the vegetables rendering them a soggy mess. The curried calamari wasn't bad although the server neglected to bring out the mango salsa mentioned on the menu. For an entree I had the pan seared halibut and cous cous. It wasn't bad mind you, but the fish was really underseasoned. for thirty bucks a plate, i'd expect a little more.

the exotic menu really gets your taste buds going, but the food just doesn't live up to the hype.

  • Pros: Atmosphere, wine list
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

04/08/07

Wonderful, Ecclectic Food

by goldenhillgirl at Citysearch

Located in a trendy block of Mission Hills. The duck with gnocchi was perfectly cooked and the zataar Chicken was moist and favorful. I definitely recommend reservations. A great place for a romantic date.

  • Pros: Food and service were great
  • Cons: Parking can be hard on the weekends

The Details on Parallel 33

Place Categories:

  • pricey great food
  • absolutely delicious meal
  • overpriced entrees
  • nice realxing atmosphere
  • very beautiful setting
  • delicious fish
  • definitely recommend reservations
  • great place
  • not bad curried calamari
  • best halibut
  • helpful waitress
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