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    Cafe Figaro

    4.1 (7 reviews)
    InexpensiveNew American
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    Ali B.

    The young woman working here was really nice and she was Yelp savvy. Her shop was neat and clean but very small. This snack shop is located inside the Hall of Justice and it is very convenient for jurors who don't come prepared to wait hours at a time before being selected or dismissed for the day. I was one of those jurors and I made several trips to her shop. The snacks (various chips, cookies, candy, gum, sodas, ice cream, cup of noodles, etc) cost a little more unfortunately but that's the price you pay when you do not come prepared. Great location for this snack shop.

    In between the Pillars of Justice is where you'll find ... good coffee
    Mike F.

    Stopped by Cafe Figaro while I was on break at the Hall of Justice. It's a normal coffee cart that has what you'd expect from a coffee cart outside a courthouse -- strong, hot coffee of all different kinds. There is a large outdoor seating area where you can sit and enjoy your cup, and there's plenty of good people watching to be done on Broadway. The coffee is really good, I just had a quick regular cup but I saw a bunch of people getting specialty drinks. I don't like to get a specialty drink when there's only one barista and lots of people waiting, plus I just prefer regular coffee. While the coffee is good, this isn't the kind of place you'd make a special trip for, because parking is ridiculously expensive. If you can find metered parking, it's only two hours long. That isn't much time when you're taking about the justice system. But public parking is available just around the corner, at $30 a day.

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    The best desserts in town! You have to try the gelato and turtle cheesecake. Absolutely delicious.

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    You saved me when I was stuck in Jury Duty in the Hall of Justice-Thank you thank you!

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    C Level - C Level patio

    C Level

    4.3(5.5k reviews)
    1.5 mi
    $$

    Such a goooorgeous location! Opted for outside dining with the best views of San Diego! They've got…read moreheat lamps above the tables! Service was great and everyone was kind! Shout out to our server (didn't get his name) but he was amazing and helped us with recommendations. Got the Skirt Steak Salad and they kindly split it! Might I say, the salad was so delicious! Definitely give it a shot! (server recommendation) Lobster n Fotina BLT was stuffed generously and SPECIAL. It was absolutely amazing. The lobster was nice and tasty, and the cheese complimented it so well. Perfect sharing portion since it is HUGE. I see myself coming back! Thank you C Level!

    I booked C-Level for a work dinner to celebrate our top performers and it could not have been a…read morebetter choice. We had a party of 15 and from the planning process to the actual dinner, the restaurant made the entire experience feel special and seamless. Our employees absolutely loved it. The views are honestly second to none. Watching the San Diego skyline and water during dinner created such an incredible atmosphere. The service was outstanding from start to finish and the food completely lived up to the hype. I had the lobster mac and cheese and it was unlike anything I've ever had. Rich, flavorful, and worth every bite. Then dessert happened. Our server insisted I couldn't leave without trying the peanut butter brownie ice cream dessert and now I fully understand why. Unreal. I think I need about seven more of them immediately. Highly recommend for celebrations, group dinners, date nights, or anytime you really want to impress people.

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    Shorebird - Fluffy hotcakes served warm at brunch in San Diego, finished with butter and syrup for a classic start.

    Shorebird

    4.3(142 reviews)
    0.7 mi

    Such a cool spot to have lunch. This was my first time but it won't be my last. The upstairs dining…read moreis awesome and gives you a great view of ocean. Absolutely beautiful. Lets get into it. Food: We had a few options like always. I mean why not right! We started with * Tempura Rock Shrimp - this was crazy good. I did not expect the flavors to punch me in the mouth like it did. Crispy, light batter, the glaze and toppings really made it a phenomenal appetizer. I would highly recommend this dish. It is small in quantity but if feeds 2 people easily. * Crab Cakes - the crab cakes are good they do have a nice crispy texture on the outside but the inside is tender and packed with your normal Crab Cakes flavors. Not a bad choice. It was fresh and the portions are above average. * Balboa Rolll - somehow this roll with so many different flavors and textures went so well together. Cuddos to the chef for this one. The scallions on top changed the entire roll. I really loved this one. Would definitely order it again. Portion size was larger than the average roll. * Overstuffed Bacon & Eggs - this one was crazy!! It's literally a tower of deviled egg yoke with bacon, bits of celery and paprika on top. This was my least favorite only because the amount of yoke compared to the actual egg you get didn't add up. Once the egg is gone you're left with a mountain of egg yoke. It's way to much for my taste. The yoke also seemed a little dry and pasty. For deviled egg lovers this is a dream come true. * Skirt Steak & Eggs - wife said it was really good and the red chimichiri complimented the steak just right. The portions were large, the steak was juicy and cooked perfecrly to her request. With skillet fried smahed potatoes and toasted buttered bread. Very good option for steak lovers. Service: The staff was great from the check-in booth to the waiter everyone did such a great job and was so polite. I couldn't help notice that everyone was smiling and super helpful. This is a great team working at that restaurant. Bar tenders were on top of drinks which was nice to get your drink shortly after ordering. Atmosphere: It's an ocean side restaurant or should I say on the ocean restaurant with wall to wall windows showing the ocean and the beautiful San Diego landscape. Really enjoyed the area and activities. Price: The appitizers were above average prices but hey!! Totally worth it. It ranged from $16-$30 per dish, its really not too bad for the quality of food and service. Location: It's located in Seaport Village which has so many different places to try and plenty of businesses to walk and find some really cool things. Parking: It's a pay to park lot but we found parking fairly easy but it is pricey to park there. I think we paid $24 for a couple of hours.

    As a marina district local, I'm so glad this spot opened!! I've taken anyone who visits me here for…read morea meal and/or drink since August. The staff is all so friendly and fun which is a huge plus. The view is also spectacular for the cherry on top. My go-to dish is the chicken sandwich, but when I'm feeling fancy the Seabass is always delicious. Don't sleep on this spot! Shorebird rules!

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    Shorebird - Shorebird located in Seaport Village in San Diego offering coastal cuisine in a modern, airy setting with views of the ocean....

    Shorebird located in Seaport Village in San Diego offering coastal cuisine in a modern, airy setting with views of the ocean....

    Shorebird - Hotcakes fresh off the griddle, stacked high and ready to be served during brunch service.

    Hotcakes fresh off the griddle, stacked high and ready to be served during brunch service.

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    Juniper and Ivy

    Juniper and Ivy

    4.1(3.6k reviews)
    0.8 miLittle Italy
    $$$
    Wheelchair accessible
    Private events

    My wife and I had a wonderful dinner at Juniper and Ivy. Delicious food impeccably presented with…read moreoutstanding service. Truly, our service was what one always hopes for in fine dining for but so rarely receives these days. Our primary did an excellent job helping us select our meal. She was attentive, supportive and a pleasure to talk with, yet also discreet. Plates were well-timed. Our water glasses always seemed to be full although I rarely noticed it happening. All of our entrees were delicious. Favorites? Probably, first, the Hokkaido Scallop starter. The scallops themselves were huge, perfectly cooked with a crusted chili crunch topping and served with a delicious miso butter sauce. Not overly spicy, the flavors meshed perfectly. I also loved the Miso Black Cod (especially because it's a dish one can rarely find near the East Coast where we live.) Any misses? Not really, although the Pâté de Campagne was prepared as very rustic. It was tasty but I found it difficult to eat with the bread, Overall, I recommend Juniper and Ivy as a great place to celebrate an event, enjoy a date, or just have an excellent evening dinner away from the house.

    1/2 Juniper & Ivy is…read morethe kind of restaurant that reminds you why you seek out places like this, the food is genuinely exceptional. It's just a shame the experience came with a few caveats. We requested the patio, drawn in by descriptions of a vibrant, lively porch. What we got was four tables, a persistent wind tunnel, and a front-row seat to the San Diego flight path, meaning every few minutes, conversation came to a full stop for a low-flying plane. No warning from the restaurant, which felt like a miss. Inside next time, without question. The menu itself was a little overwhelming at first, but our server stepped in with confident suggestions that completely redeemed the experience. And then the food arrived. The house sourdough with Mikolich Farm honey butter was the kind of bread course that makes you reconsider every other bread course. The shio tang oysters with mojito foam and cucumber relish were playful and precise. The three cheese tortellini, wild porcini, english peas, aged parm brodo, was the standout of the night: rich, deeply layered, and deeply comforting. The saffron bigoli and miso black cod were both beautifully executed. We paired everything with a Russian River Valley Pinot that was an ideal match for the table. Bottom line: the kitchen is firing on all cylinders. Sit inside, trust your server, and order the tortellini. You won't regret it.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

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    Fort Oak

    Fort Oak

    4.2(773 reviews)
    2.4 miMission Hills
    $$$

    Lots of hype about Fort Oak. Seemed to be busy when we were in the area. Menu is pinch…read moreoff-putting. Wasn't tooooo much looking forward to it, but it fit all the Birthday Dinner check marks and you can't down talk a place if you haven't been there. First. Listen. Everyone's using open table. But Fort Oak, tell Open Table to chill. I used open table to reserve about 4 days in advance, but still got a TON of emails, and a ton of notifications. Including one that, if I didn't respond to it, would cancel my reservation. Then 3 follow ups asking me to review Fort Oak. Haysuse on a pogo stick, that was almost a detractor from the actual dinner. Is this dinner or a past due bill sent to collection agency? I digress. First, our waiter Johny E, phenomenal. Dude knows wine in ways that are supernatural. Spot on recommendations. Second. Put on your Pulp Fiction "5 dollar shake" face about a 50 dollar pork chop. A FIFTY DOLLAR PORK CHOP. Waiter, who had already proven he know WTF was what, simply said "we're known for it, you will probably enjoy, people rave about it". So, I mean, when in Rome. Johny wasn't lying. It's a pretty @#$#ing good pork chop. Color me amazed. You can be skeptical. You might say I was just trying to justify having spent 50 on a pork chop. Try it. Stunning. I don't know if it's the best I ever had, but I can't remember a better one. Over all, they nail the experience, the food, and wrap it up in a bow. It is always busy, so a reservation is best (I'd call vice using that @#$# open table app, I swear). Shout out about Johny - in fact, ask for him to be your waiter, he a star.

    Easily the best meal I've had in a while! We had a reservation at 7 pm and were seated right away…read more Reservations seem like they would be your best bet here, as the restaurant was very lively and crowded. However, we were seated on the outdoor patio which was spacious enough (and dog friendly). The decor was also beautiful! Now for what we ordered: - Ahi Tartare: we weren't planning to get this, but the server recommended. This was fantastic. The crispy shallot added a good amount of crunch, and the brioche it was served with was buttered and toasted to perfection. A standout dish for us - Little Gem Salad: not a must get, but delicious nonetheless. I loved the whipped feta and ranch in this - Goat Milk Cavatelli: soooo good. The sausage in this is really yummy and nicely paired with the charred broccoli. I'd recommend this one - Branzino: delicious. Comes de-boned which is appreciated, and is deliciously flaky. Get this! - NY Strip: ok I know I've said "get this" for basically everything....but seriously get this one. The presentation is beautiful and the squash, bone marrow, and everything else on top were very tasty. This was our favorite dish!

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