Celeb-rated: Tony DiSalvo
By Erin Chambers, San Diego Editor
Where do the top chefs go when they’re not in the kitchen? Chef Tony DiSalvo, whose wildly successful Jack’s La Jolla landed at No. 1 on our Top 10 New Restaurants of 2006 list, recently revealed his top picks both locally and across the county.
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Nine-Ten
910 Prospect St, La Jolla, CA
"I really enjoy the laid-back sophistication of Jason Knibb's food. It is approachable, but interesting and delicious without trying too hard." -
Vivace at The Four Seasons
7100 Four Seasons, Carlsbad, CA
"Bruce Logue has brought a new level to the area. Forget everything you know about Italian food." -
Sushi Ota
4529 Mission Bay Dr, San Diego, CA
"Mr Ota is a true master, and his omakase is the ultimate indulgence. Easily the best sushi in town."
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Frontera Grill & Topolobampo
445 N Clark St, Chicago, IL
"I love everything about Rick Bayless' restaurants, from the cocktails to the guacamole to the way he treats and educates his staff." -
Babbo
110 Waverly Pl, New York, NY
"Mario Batali has created an institution here. It is incredibly consisitent and always has just outstanding pastas." -
Megu
62 Thomas St, New York, NY
"Art and incredible food. Some of the most interesting meals I have ever had."
