Our second visit to Born & Raised. We came last year for our anniversary and came back this year. Our first visit was at the bar with some apps. This year we made a reservation on the rooftop. The vibe for me was dark deco, think Batman the Animated Series. They say it is hip-hop, rap royalty. The service was amazing. We must have been congratulated 5 times on our anniversary celebration. Friendly attentive server and supporting staff The food and drinks were amazing. We did the wedge (a little small) dirty hash browns (some of the best potatoes I've ever had) and a filet and side of king crab. We got a few cocktails to pair. Dirty martini and tequila sours. Overall a great night from begging to end. Defiantly a great place to go for a special occasion. read more

Born & Raised - Dirty hash browns - Steakhouses Near Me - San Diego, California

I heard a lot of mixed reviews about this place, so I finally went on a Sunday afternoon for my anniversary. For a party of 2 they sat us quickly. The ambience is amazing. However that was the only nice thing about born n raise. The service was very basic, like ordering food at your local denies. No extra care or explanation of the menu. But not bad either. We ordered the steak sampler for 2, Mac n cheese, mushrooms, hash brown bites, and a total of 4 drinks. The steak sampler was a ripoff. For $169 they provide you with 12 oz of steak and they all taste mediocre. The sides were all good. The drinks nothing fancy. For a total of $400 for 2 people. I had wayyyy better. I'm a SD local and had to scratch this restaurant of my list. But I'm definitely not ever going back. You can do way better in SD read more

What a great night . How do they make you feel like you are the only table in a packed restaurant. The manager Jose made sure we had all the touches for our Anniversary . Our waiter Art was impressive from the time we sat down until we said goodbye. The food ! Wow ! Loved it all. The steak sampler was the best and that shrimp cocktail had the best flavor. We will definitely be back , the views, the staff, the bathrooms were even unique . THANK YOU for making our night amazing . read more

Came here as our celebratory dinner before college starts and it did not disappoint! Beautiful classic old school steakhouse interior with classic booths, dark lighting and stunning decor! We were seated quickly and our service was impeccable all evening! Began with some cocktails and their bread and butter service which was perhaps the best anywhere! Warm, soft Parker house roll that was simply perfect, served with garlic butter. For appetizers we had the best crudo we have ever had! It was absolutely perfect with the freshest fish and perfect dressing, we also enjoyed the Uni spaghetti which I loved and I am not the biggest pasta fan and the farmers market fruit salad. I don't eat meat which was fine as they had a pretty spectacular sea bass topped with caviar and served with mint and peas. My husband and daughter enjoyed their steaks with sides of broccolini and a caviar topped hash brown! Though I love dessert, we were simply too full to move. We walked off our dinner having had a spectacular meal! This, so far, is my best meal of 2026!! read more

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Ten stars out of five. We came to Born & Raised for our fourth anniversary, and I had over the top expectations... and they exceed even those. I genuinely cannot think of a single thing I would change about the evening. Daniel, our server, was phenomenal beyond compare. His knowledge of the menu was extraordinary, but what really impressed me was his knowledge of the spirits. Ask a question and he didn't simply have an answer--he understood what he was talking about. Throughout the evening, we felt less like patrons of a restaurant and more like honored guests. The beef tartare was possibly the best I've had since an extraordinary version at Le Cirque in Las Vegas years ago. The filet arrived a perfect medium rare and was so tender you practically could have cut it with a fork. And then there was the Steak Diane. I learned to make Steak Diane from a professional French chef, and it has been one of my specialties for years, so I'm probably more critical of it than most people. This was incomparable. Absolutely over-the-top phenomenal. But what ultimately made the evening wasn't any single dish. It was the way the entire experience felt as though it was about us. We were there celebrating four years together, and Born & Raised somehow made an already important night feel even more special. The room, the food, the cocktails, the service, the attention to detail--everything. There are simply no nits to pick. Five stars because Yelp won't let me give them ten. read more

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Love using the reservation app and arrived on time but had to wait a good seven minutes before we were seated. I have old eyes, and it was pretty dark in there. My daughter had to read the menu and receipt for me, because I'm too embarrassed to turn on my cellphone light just to read. LOL! Other than that, the interior was entertaining, the food was as expected, we got our steak about five minutes before we got the side dishes, so, I preferred to wait for that. It would have been more ideal to have the side dishes before the steak so, the dining experience could be more pleasant. That's a personal preference, my daughter didn't mind it al all. Overall a very good experience. Warnings about parking was stressed well enough. There was a line of customers after we dined. It looks like a very popular dining spot. Four stars for me. read more

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I cannot even explain how EXCITED I was to finally try Born and Raised. I had heard so much about this place, seen all the pictures, and everything leading up to our reservation made me feel like we were about to have a top-tier steakhouse experience. Unfortunately, the build-up ended up being better than the actual dinner. Save yourself the stress and rideshare. Now, this is where I have mixed feelings because the service before we even arrived was absolutely brilliant. We were celebrating my friend's birthday, and I had a cake delivered through Instacart ahead of our reservation. The restaurant was SO on top of their communication. They even messaged me personally to let me know the cake had been delivered and was there waiting for us. When we arrived, my friend had a personalized birthday menu with their name on it, which I thought was such a thoughtful touch. Between that and the communication about the cake, I was thinking, "Oh yeah, they are ON IT. Tonight is going to be amazing." Unfortunately, that level of service did not continue throughout dinner. Our waitress was nice, but we had to remind her about things multiple times. We waited quite a while for our bread and had to remind her about it. The bread ended up being comped because of the wait, which I appreciated, but later she also completely forgot my margarita. For an upscale steakhouse, the service just wasn't as attentive as I expected it to be. Now let's talk about that bread because PLEASE, please, please get the bread. It came out warm and fluffy, and the butter complemented it perfectly. I had seen pictures of it beforehand, and it absolutely lived up to them. Honestly, it was one of my favorite things we ate. I believe it was around $9, and while I personally think bread should be complimentary at a steakhouse at this price point, I would still order it again because it was THAT good. We skipped appetizers because nothing really jumped out at us and went straight into our steaks. My friend and I split the 20 oz Bone-In Ribeye, and my other friend ordered the 14 oz New York Strip. We asked for both steaks to be sliced, but only the ribeye came sliced. I was also surprised by the size of the 20 oz ribeye. I've ordered 20 oz bone-in steaks at other steakhouses, and this one looked noticeably smaller than what I was expecting. Between the two of us, I think we each got around three slices. For a 20 oz steak that we were sharing, it just didn't feel very substantial. When it came to the sides, though, WE CLEANED UP. We ordered the Mushroom Fricassée with wild mushrooms, garlic and thyme; Dirty Hash Browns with trout roe and crème fraîche; Mac & Cheese with fontina and herbed breadcrumbs; Grilled Asparagus with sauce vert, lemon and amaranth; and the Potato Purée with butter and chives. And this is what makes the entire experience so frustrating: the food was actually delicious! The flavors were there. The sides were good. The steak tasted good. We genuinely enjoyed the taste of what we were eating. But almost everything was COLD. And I don't mean, "Oh, I wish this was a little warmer." I mean our food was cold. We spent around $350 on dinner, and somehow our meal came to the table cold. When they brought our steak out, we were specifically warned, "Be careful, the plate is hot." I remembered the warning at first, but later I went to move the plate with my bare hands and realized...the damn plate wasn't even hot. A manager came over and asked how everything was, and we told her exactly that: the food tasted delicious, but it was cold. She asked if we wanted anything reheated. Reheated?! That response really threw me off. At an upscale steakhouse, after ordering steaks and five different sides, I don't want my dinner reheated. I want it to come out hot the first time. And that really sums up my experience at Born and Raised. I think it was so disappointing because I was SO excited about going. I want to be fair and say this was NOT bad food. The bread was fantastic. The sides had great flavor. The steaks tasted good. The personalized birthday menu was adorable. Their communication before our reservation was excellent, and the way they handled my friend's cake genuinely made me feel like they cared about making the birthday special. That's why I'm so conflicted. Everything leading up to dinner screamed top-tier experience, but once we actually sat down and started eating, everything became very lackluster. Having to repeatedly remind our waitress about things, having my margarita completely forgotten, one of the steaks not being sliced as requested, and then having an expensive spread arrive cold just did not match the level of restaurant Born and Raised presents itself to be. For a roughly $350 dinner at an upscale steakhouse, I don't think expecting attentive service and hot food is asking for too much. I really, REALLY wanted to love Born and Raised. Unfortunately, for me, it just did not live up to the hype. read more

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Born and Raised in San Diego was such a great experience! The food was fabulous, everything we ordered was flavorful and beautifully prepared. The drinks were excellent too, and the atmosphere has such a fun, elegant vibe. A special thank you to Fiona, our host, who was amazing! We had an 8:00 PM reservation but arrived much earlier, and she was so friendly and accommodating. She was able to find us a spot at the bar, and we ended up having a wonderful time. Great food, great drinks, beautiful ambiance, and excellent hospitality. Definitely a place I would recommend and visit again! read more

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Ambiance is seductive and unique. Sat at the bar and enjoyed conversation with Sammy, Eve, Philippe, and Jewels. They made my fiancés night very special with birthday celebrations! We loved the filet, crab leg, crudo, meatball and of course, the carrot cake!! Thank you all for a perfect evening! read more

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We had a lovely time dinning at Born & Raised. We sat upstairs in the outdoor lounge and had beautiful views. We started with the Caesar Salad and they were very accommodating to any allergies we had! We got various dishes and they were all so delicious. We came here for our anniversary and they made it so special by writing us a card, giving us a Polaroid picture, and free espresso martini shots with our name on them! Put this on your list becuase you won't want to miss it. read more

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I simply had to return, had no choice, this excellent restaurant is absolutely wonderful. See the photo of the vegetable Risotto ($35). And Tasty. I always choose Lemonade as my go to beverage of choice, here they do it right, very lemony. (Free refills) Making a reservation is so easy call after 3pm. Done. read more

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I had such a special time here. You definitely need a reservation to dine here. The inside is beautiful, dim lighting. I've never been waited on like I have here for fine dining. Out servers were very attentive. We got oysters, some greens, hashbrowns (with an amazing sauce and roe on top), and a steak sampler. I loved that we got to try four different cuts. For desert, the tiramisu cheesecake was heavenly. Parking can be hard since it's Little Italy. read more

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When it comes to ambiance and drinks, this is one of the toughest places to battle with in Little Italy. They did a great job putting this restaurant together. The service is typically solid. Nothing over the top but it is good. The food here is also good. There are dishes that you will really enjoy on this menu. Always a good time when you go into Born and Raised. Cheers! read more

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We came in a couple weeks ago and everything was absolutely amazing! I loved that it was so elegant feeling, with a beautiful atmosphere filled with soft lighting, but also still so lively/fun, and with good music playing. The food and the service were equally outstanding. I really enjoyed all of the entertaining table side menu items they had available to order. Another thing that is always a really big nod to us of great service, is when they treat our kids just as well as us adults. They greeted them, spoke to them, and even ended up creating two mocktails from their personal preferences. We really appreciate that so much! We ended up ordering a variety of things to try for our family of four: the table side Caesar salad, the Steak Sampler, a Filet, Lobster, Mashed Potatoes, Mac and Cheese, and Truffle Fries - we loved it all! Perfectly cooked and everything we wanted it to be! We were so full, but after viewing the dessert cart all night, we had to try some! The most decadent, delicious, chocolate, layered cake was our pick. As we were waiting tho, we saw the table side banana foster dessert being made and had to order that too! No regrets!! It was all perfect!! They also kindly brought us out a really good peanut butter and jelly macron, but the star was that it was topped with a gold dusted Wu Tang emblem on top - LOVE!! PS - even the bathrooms were fun! I really look forward to trying more of their restaurants! read more

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We were in town for a conference. This was by far our favorite place to eat while we were in San Diego. Scott was our waiter. He was everything we expected from a restaurant. He was friendly, attentive and knowledgeable regarding the restaurant and menu. The vibe is so great! Ask to sit on the rooftop. The food was absolutely amazing! The wedge salad was the best we have ever had. The Carrot cake was so yummy! The filet was tender and juicy. Everyone and everything we encountered here was top notch! We will definitely be revisiting in the future! read more

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Went to Born and Raised for post-dinner drinks and had the best espresso martini I've ever had. I got it with tequila and it came with cold foam on top SO GOOD!! Our bartender was super sweet and helped guide me through the drink menu. read more

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We came on a Friday night, it was packed. My father is elderly and the staff was very accommodating and we very much appreciated that. The food was phenomenal, we ordered the tomahawk (our least favorite to be honest, it could have been seasoned a little better...it was cooked well but just not as flavorful as I would have expected), the classic steak sampler which I HIGHLY recommend...delicious, we ordered the dirty hashbrowns which I was a little worried about because of the trout roe but omg, so good, and then we also got the pomme de terre (twice baked potato) which I ate later because it was too much food but it was good even the next day. The bathrooms are upstairs but the restaurant does have a lift if needed. It's fairly loud but a very cool setting overall. Would be a great date night or girls night out spot. read more

Our bartender Charlie is amazing. He made the best marguerites for happy hour. We enjoyed a couple happy hour appetizers: shitty chef driven sliders and new york skewers which were absolutely delicious. The ambiance is beautiful. I love this venue. read more

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Beautiful place! We sat upstairs on the roof. Omg the views are amazing and I love the decor. The food was great, our server was very sweet and helpful, overall we had a great time. We will be back for date night! read more

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Me and my husband had an amazing experience celebrating our anniversary dinner here! Our server, Packston, was exceptional friendly, attentive, and made our evening even more special. We dined on the rooftop, and the atmosphere was elegant, romantic, and absolutely beautiful. The food was a 10/10! We highly recommend the American Wagyu, it literally melted in our mouths. Everything we ordered was delicious. The Caesar salad was prepared tableside, which was such a fun touch, and it was incredibly flavorful. For dessert, we had the 7-Layer Carrot Cake, and it was the perfect way to end our meal. One of the sweetest surprises was that they took a picture of my husband and me and placed it in a keepsake card. It was such a thoughtful gesture that made our anniversary feel even more special. Even the restrooms were beautiful and upscale, showing the attention to detail throughout the entire restaurant. From the outstanding service to the incredible food and memorable atmosphere, this was truly a wonderful experience. We can't wait to come back! Highly recommend! read more

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The design of Born and Raised is absolutely gorgeous. Every detail of the restaurant feels thoughtfully designed, from the stylish dining rooms to the impressive bar. The atmosphere is especially beautiful in the evening and definitely adds to the overall experience. The biggest disappointment for me was the steak. It looked great, but the flavor was just average and didn't match the high expectations or the price. I've had much better steaks at other steakhouses. If you're looking for a beautiful restaurant with a luxurious atmosphere, this is a great choice. Just don't expect the steak to be the highlight of the evening. read more

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Came here to celebrate my wedding anniversary. It was really posh. Ambiance was warm and intimate. Tables can be a little too close. Seats were very firm. Staff was nice and knowledgeable to the menu, dessert and drinks. Food was great. I enjoyed the steak. Perfectly cooked. The surprising dish was their fresh Caesar salad made in front of you. I really enjoyed the dressing. The Mac and cheese had a different taste than what I'm used to. Maybe more sophisticated lol. More like a sharp, horseradishy tangy taste. Bread crumbs were a good touch. The dessert was lovely, had the bananas foster, and the tiramisu cheesecake. I preferred the bananas foster but would have preferred no actual flame. It charred the layer of meringue a bit. But everything else was divine. read more

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My first visit to Born & Raised was after making an advance reservation, which proved worthwhile since tables are difficult to secure on short notice. Upon arrival for our 5:30 PM reservation, we were warmly welcomed and asked to wait briefly while our table was prepared. After about 15 minutes, we were seated upstairs in the outdoor dining area. The table was located along the edge of the building, offering a pleasant breeze despite the warm weather. We started with the escargot and fruit salad, both beautifully presented and very flavorful. For our entrée, we ordered the steak sampler platter, served on a hot cast-iron plate with Béarnaise sauce and a side of mushrooms. The steaks were cooked perfectly to medium-rare, just as requested, and everything was excellent. The service was attentive throughout the meal, with our server checking on us regularly and keeping our wine glasses filled. I highly recommend this steakhouse. They also offer a happy hour from 3:00 PM to 4:30 PM featuring drinks and appetizers. read more

Came back to try the full menu on mother's day! It was AMAZING. The uni pasta had to have been the highlight of the hot starters. I went with the Dry Aged 20oz bone in ribeye, man, it was delicious! We also opted for a side of dirty hashbrowns and king crab. These were a delight to eat aside of our steaks. The bananas foster baked Alaska was to die for! We wish we had more! Service is also top notch, they are attentive and really ensure your service is going as planned. Thank you for making mother's day dinner great! read more

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Came here for my birthday. They ask if there's anything you're celebrating and really cater to the occasion. Special menu with my name on it and my espresso martini also said happy birthday. Super pretty inside and the seats were comfortable. We had a small table for two and shared the beef tartare. Also got the steak sampler for two with mushrooms, broccolini and Mac and cheese. Everything was delicious. Would definitely come back again! read more

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Make a reservation (on the top floor, if you can) so you don't miss out if they're fully booked. Amazing customer service, friendly and professional. Ordered New York strip, ribeye, dirty hash browns, and broccolini everything was fresh, flavorful, and delicious. Bars on both floors and restrooms only on top floor. Stunning views (top floor) of the city and fresh air while you eat. read more

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My partner and I had a 7 pm reservation and arrived about five minutes early, but we still had to wait around 20 minutes to be seated. What made it a little confusing was that once we were seated, the section had multiple open tables already available. Fortunately, the night improved from there. The restaurant is pretty dimly lit, so keep that in mind, but it creates a relaxing atmosphere. The music was also something you wouldn't typically expect from a steakhouse, and I actually appreciated that since it matched the vibe of the restaurant well. We started with the "tableside" Caesar, which, unfortunately, was not prepared tableside, but it was still good. For our mains, we both ordered the NY strip, and both steaks were cooked perfectly. To go alongside them, we ordered the broccolini, dirty hash browns, and truffle fries. All of the sides were solid, but the dirty hash browns were definitely my favorite of the three. We also got to try all of the steak sauces they offered, which was a nice bonus to the meal. read more

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We had been really wanting to come to this restaurant for dinner since every time we have visited San Diego Diego they have been booked and we have not been able to get a reservation. This time we were celebrating our anniversary and were able to plan ahead and make a reservation. The ambience is upscale darker and very clean. The lady at the podium was very friendly and checked us in. Once checked in, we were suggested to wait at the bar which we pleasantly did. We didn't have to wait long before we got sat. I will say that their cocktails are amazing and we decided to go with cocktails for the night. Every single cocktail we tried, we loved. They also have a wide variety of brands on different liquors. My boyfriend likes bread, so we decided to order their bread and I love steak tartar so we ordered that as appetisers. We like to start with a salad so we decided to share a Caesar salad specially after we saw them preparing it to the table next to us. The Caesar salad is definitely a must and it was our favourite. I had never had a Caesar salad that actually used anchovies and I loved it. The steak tartar was good, but not the best I've had. I did like that it included the yolk on the top and the chips were good and it had a good flavour but it just seemed a little too salty for me. We had a ribeye steak to share that was perfectly cooked medium rare and the butter was delicious for the sides. We had the truffle fries and we had the onions on red wine. The onions were my favourite part of the sides. I could not leave without the dessert and we decided to go with a banana foster. They do a table side show that was amazing and it was a delicious dessert. Service throughout the night was great. Overall, I will say that I will be back for Drinks and if we decide to have a meal here, I would definitely get the Caesar salad the onion on red wine side and the banana foster. The steak was good, just not great I would be willing to try a different cut or protein. For the pricetag, I would've expected everything to be great, which is why four. read more

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First time here and it was a great experience. Right in the heart of Little Italy as well! I did ask for the rooftop but they could not fit me in even though I requested via Open Table. I probably reserved too late maybe. Regardless, the atmosphere was excellent and LOVED the 80s/90s urban music aesthetic especially since I grew up on all the artists associated with the restaurant! The service and staff were EXCELLENT and went above and beyond! My child had a nosebleed and since they didnt have paper napkins they went to get me a toilet paper roll. Lol. They saved the day!! My only criticism is that the steak had no flavor at all. I got the NY Strip and a Filet and really didnt wow me since it didnt have taste. However I liked the parmesan Mac n cheese that paired with it which made everything enjoyable with each bite. read more

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Great ambiance, good, and service all around. Personable to your occasion in small and meaningful ways, was great for our anniversary dinner. Had a reservation and got seated almost right away. The parking is a nightmare but there is a 15 min grace period to make it to your reservation. One downside was that at about 10pm and they stopped table side services which we were looking forward to having so if you are coming later, might not be available. It was also my birthday, in which they provided a complimentary macaroon. Very cute. Pricey but worth the experience. read more

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Been here a few times, but this was my first time during Happy Hour, which is seated upstairs only. HH runs weekdays from 3:00-4:30 PM. We had an incredible server, Clint, who was genuinely one of the main reasons I'd come back. He was attentive, friendly, and knowledgeable without ever being pushy, a rare and much-appreciated balance. We ordered a good mix from the menu: $9 Dirty Tots $9 Charcoal-roasted oysters $4 "shitty" chef-driven slider $5 Philly cheesesteak $10 New York skewers $29.99 Cava & caviar Standouts for me were the oysters, dirty tots, and sliders all excellent and absolutely worth re-ordering. Portions are on the smaller side, but everything is beautifully presented, so plan on ordering multiple plates if you're sharing or hungry. As expected with CH projects, the space itself is stunning stylish, well designed, and a great atmosphere for happy hour. read more

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1/2 Born and Raised is undeniably one of the most stunning dining rooms in San Diego, the atmosphere alone is worth the visit. We felt it from the moment we walked in. We kicked things off with dirty martinis, which were delicious but poured a little light. For starters, we tried the Petite King Crab with bonito mayo and chive oil, and the Caesar salad. The king crab had a slightly fishy edge, though the lemon gelée did a nice job cutting through it. The Caesar was fine, visually striking with the whole lettuce leaves, but honestly I'd prefer it chopped. The trend feels more aesthetic than practical. For mains, we split the NYC strip and the ribeye. Both were cooked well and enjoyable, but neither hit that "wow" moment you hope for at a steakhouse of this caliber. The real showstopper? The Dirty Hashbrowns with trout roe and crème fraîche. Absolutely unhinged in the best way, fun, decadent, different, and completely stole the show. We paired dinner with a smooth California Cab that was a perfect complement. Bottom line: the food is solid but a bit inconsistent in show stopping. The vibes, however, are a 10/10. If you're going for atmosphere and a memorable night out, Born and Raised delivers. Just order the hashbrowns. Non-negotiable.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ read more

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Best pork chop I have had in my life!!!! Bone in Pork Chop done to a true medium rare. Most places don't offer and a lot of people scared of undercooked pork but there's nothing else like it. If you do it with high quality pork and a place that knows what they're doing. Bone In Ribeye was amazing as well. Cooked perfectly. Horseradish sauce was good but I would prefer it a bit more spicy. They had a bone in New York which you don't see too often so would try next time. Dirty hash is def worth it. Brocollini really good as well. Fries good hut you can get that anywhere so pass for next time. Appetizers were oysters, steak tartare and Caesar salad. Past reviews say steak tartare was table side. This one was not. All were OK but will try snails next time and order an extra side. Ambiance very nice. We had table on rooftop. Service was very good but a little slow for me. Overall this is probably favorite steakhouse now and def must go when in SD read more

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Came for drinks only. Later in the evening but plenty of space at the bar for a walk in. Restaurant was very busy inside. Definitely a high end steakhouse vibe spot. Gorgeous interior, dimly lit. Friendly service. Opted for a negroni which was well balanced. Heard the food is good so might have to try next time. Definitely a cool and vibey spot to pull up to for drinks though. read more

We arrived just at our reservation at 9pm and got seated right away. We did not get our meals until 10:30pm! 1.5 hours later. The table-side Caesar salad was NOT table side. When I asked the waitress about it, she said the carts were out of service so it was not table-side that evening. I mean come on, when a guest orders the table-side Caesar salad, and it's not table side for whatever reason, you should probably let them know. I would not have ordered it if I had known as I wanted the experience of watching the Caesar be made! The high cost includes the experience in my opinion. Was the food good? Sure. Was it worth 1.5 hour wait. Definitely not. Was the Caesar salad worth it without the table-side experience? Not at all. With? Probably not to be honest. read more

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I love it here. Hands down, one of the best happy hours and always delicious bites. Service with the server last night was slow re: drinks and food - he also tried to get us to order more for the table unnecessarily. A little ick. But my other experiences have been great so I'll chuck last night up to poor service from just one particular guy. The table side martini is a super fun experience. Recommend! read more

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We celebrated our anniversary here, and the entire experience was unforgettable. From the moment we arrived, the staff went above and beyond to make us feel special. They were incredibly attentive, thoughtful, and made our celebration one to remember. The service was just as impressive as the food! And it's such a good vibe. We sat at the rooftop right before sunset. Beautiful! read more

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Tried Born & Raised for my first Michelin-star experience, and overall it was such a good time. We had a reservation and were seated inside, but unfortunately our table was right where there was a sun glare. I did ask if we could move, and they said everything was booked, but no one ended up being seated next to us the entire time, which was a little disappointing... That being said, the food definitely lived up to the experience. We shared the tomahawk steak and it was cooked to perfection, sooo good. I also tried the beef tartare for the first time and loved it, such a fun new experience, the extra potato chips were the perfect touch. The sides are à la carte and everything we tried was amazing, but the potatoes were my favorite. And not to mention the layered carrot cake... if I could come back just for that, I would. Easily one of the best carrot cakes I've ever had. Our server was also really funny and made the whole experience even better. The ambiance is dark and really nice, creating a calm, intimate environment, such a perfect date night spot. Overall, a really memorable first Michelin-star experience with amazing food, even if there were a couple small hiccups. Definitely worth trying at least once read more

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I brought my parents here to give this steakhouse a try. Overall I don't think our experience was bad, but the food is also a bit overhyped. For appetizers, we ordered the bread with sea salt, charcuterie tower, and shrimp toast. The shrimp toast was overly salty and was pretty disappointing. I enjoyed the bread, but my dad thought that the bread was a bit too salty as well. The charcuterie tower was a hit and came with A LOT of food already. Looking back, I think just ordering the charcuterie tower by itself should be good enough for appetizers. I also ordered farmer's market fruit salad. It was okay. Unfortunately there was way too much arugula and the bitterness overwhelmed whatever other flavors that was part of the salad. Again, very average experience and not justified by the high price. For the actual entree, I ordered a bone-in dry aged rib eye, my dad ordered the petit filet NY strip, and my mom had catch of the day, which happened to be the sea bass for $38. I didn't think my rib eye was bad, but it wasn't overly amazing either. The NY strip was awesome and wish I had ordered that instead. The sea bass was also cooked to perfection. Sadly, seems like my main dish was the only one that was off. For the side dishes, I do highly recommend the potato puree. The roasted mushroom is again, overly salted. For dessert, we ordered coffee and a tiramisu cheesecake. Amazing amazing cheesecake and excellent coffee. When I asked where the coffee was from, the server actually gave us a free bag of coffee beans since they actually don't sell the coffee at the roaster, so I really appreciated this gesture. Overall, I think the quality of the food here is somewhat inconsistent. Some dishes we had were great and others were off. But the excellent service here (and the fact they gave us free bag of coffee) warrants an extra star, which is why I'm giving this place a 4/5. Would I come back to this place again though? Probably not given how expensive the food is and the inconsistently quality, but it was nice that I gave this place a try in San Diego. read more

The food and drinks were delicious. The ambiance wasn't really anything special though, and the service was just average. Expect to pay a lot if you're getting even a few things, but the food was worth it. read more