Parallel 33
San Diego, CA 92103
Phone: (619) 260-0033
- Price:
- $$
- Cross Street:
- Between Eagle and Falcon streets
- Hours:
- , Mon-Thu 5pm-10pm, Fri-Sat 5:30-11pm
Editorial Review for Parallel 33 – by Amy Eddo
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.
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Insider Tips
Know before you goA popular eatery in San Diego, reservations are recommended at least three days in advance.
Look goodDress to impress at this trendy eatery and nightclub.
The extrasParallel 33 is home to the Blue Lotus Lounge, a sophisticated bar and nightclub in an elegant space to enjoy a decadent meal.
User Reviews for Parallel 33
03/27/2008 Posted by jimangi
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!)
08/12/2007 Posted by bluefooter
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
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