I was in the mood for a new spot that had a casual, but unique vibe. My husband and I really enjoy…read morethe hunt, and I'm so glad I found Finca on Yelp! I made a reservation (just in case) because on a weekend you never know. Luckily, though, we arrived and there was plenty of available seating. My husband and I had our 10 and 5 year old with us and they easily accommodated us. It's a straightforward, but lovely menu that has a little bit for everyone. We enjoyed sharing a few plates and fresh oysters on the half shell. They do not have a kids menu, which was alright with us. Our daughter, who loves a good steak at 5 years old, enjoyed their pub steak and fries and shared a Mexican Coke with her brother. For my husband and I, we enjoyed sharing their beef tartare and to finish it off, a banana split. What we found so whimsical about Finca is their presentation. My husband and I really enjoyed exploring their menu and leaving room for a return visit soon. I couldn't recommend Finca more for anyone looking for a fun and casual dining experience with a lovely staff and unique take on traditional favorites.

Although it is pretty pricey (they should revisit their prices) Everything from the food, service,…read moreand ambiance was great. I would return but would need to save up more money to have a simple side of potatoes (close to $20)

Best little wine bar with the most delicious bread to chat with the girlies…read more I love sitting on the patio and watching the sunset. The service is great!

We came to the Rose for an evening bite to eat and some drinks after hanging out at Mothership down…read morethe street for a bit. It was a comfortable evening, so we sat outside. Our waitress was a total superstar and took great care of us with service and answering questions. We even joked about Star Trek a bit. I ordered the Rose salad and some roasted potatoes (Bravas Rosas). The potatoes were really delicious and well-seasoned with crunchy and soft parts and a nice spicy dipping sauce. I wanted to love the salad because it was large and well-dressed, BUT the lettuce was gritty and could've used a more thorough rinse. I ended up not eating much of it because the texture wasn't good. One of my friends got the Rose Salad Pie which she really enjoyed (basically a pizza with Rose Salad on top) and my other friend got the gazpacho which really liked. I would definitely come back and try some other dishes. If I do, I'll update the review!

I loved the Serrano Pesto Sandwich - it also had some Italian balsamic sauce that made it a little…read moresweet which I loved My friend got the chilaquiles which had a generous portion of eggs on top but it did have a kick to it We came on a Sunday at 1 and had to wait about 15 minutes for a table but we were able to give them our number and walk around while we waited. Overall the service was good

Came back for dinner and got to try more items off their dinner menu. It was all delicious. Came at…read more5:30 and it wasn't busy but filled up by the time we left around 7:30. We got a couple glasses of red wine (Pinot and cab sauv) that were delicious. For food we got the Pan Tumaca (toast with tomato and jamon serrano), gambas, croquetas, patatas bravas, katsu sandwich and arroz negra. The quality of everything was really good and the flavors were all there. Favorite bites were probably the croquetas (perfectly crispy and everything was well balanced with the meat and bechamel) and the arroz negra (rice was PERFECTLY cooked, good flavor, shrimp was well cooked). Service was friendly and attentive. Never felt rushed. I would definitely recommend.

I love Crafted Coupe. You can tell this is an industry bar--the drinks are consistently good, but…read morethe prices are still reasonable, which is getting harder and harder to find these days. Their happy hour is fantastic, and the bartenders are always friendly, chill, and make everyone feel welcome. It's one of my favorite places to stop for a drink before heading out to dinner. The vibe is unpretentious, the cocktails are well made, and it's just an easy place to relax and hang out. I'm genuinely sad to hear they're leaving this location and really hope they're able to reopen in a new space soon. San Diego could use more places like this, not fewer.

Cute cocktail lounge! And the drinks were tasty! I would definitely check this place out if you are…read morein the area! Quick service too!

I stumbled upon it as happy hour started. Emmy was my bartender. She is awesome. I had two espresso…read moretinis - they were the most smooth non-acidic espresso martinis I've ever had. They were topped with lavender cream... what a delicious balanced craft cocktail. Aside from my cocktails, I had a couple of bites, the chicken and the corn ribs. Both were very good. I enjoyed the ambiance. I love the colors of the furniture and the art. It was a lovely way to cap my late Saturday afternoon.

The five stars is solely for the cocktails! The vibe, service, music, and food is also good but I…read morewould 100% come back for their drinks. So damn good. Their take on an espresso martini and carajillo is the best version of an espresso martini I've had in San diego hands down. Do not sleep on it if you are an espresso martini girl. Ugh I was no joke dreaming about it. Food portions are small so definitely the type of place where the cocktails are the main star and food are the supporting actors.

I booked this lovely winery for a memorial celebration for my husband and I had zero regrets…read more Morgan and her staff were amazing the food she cooked was outstanding and plentiful (Cuban bocadillos menu) Bartender Keith was super friendly and pours a mean drink. Our group was heavy witwine lovers and the responses from our guests was overwhelmingly positive! Charged were more than reasonable and facilities were provided for AV and they was accommodating with our schedule. I couldn't have asked for more from any venue. Thank you so much for making the somber occasion so much more fun! Everyone who came said the occasion was exactly what my late husband would have enjoyed as much as they did.

1st time we made it in. The owners were behind the bar which made for a great experience hearing…read moreabout their journey in the business. So much passion for the wine they are making! The space is cozy and artistic. Every Thursday night is Jazz Jam night. The band that performed that night had 6 talented instrumentalists + a singer who crooned many wonderful jazz standards. No cover charge, so support your local small business with a bottle of wine and enjoy the joys of life. And do yourself a favor, treat yourself to a slice of their cheesecake. It was divine! Fingers crossed this is the business to keep this storefront on the main drag in Hillcrest lit up and thriving! We will definitely be back lending our support!

First time at Mabel's Gone Fishing and I will definitely be back soon! It was busy, but absolutely…read moreworth it. Everything we tried was delicious and incredibly flavorful. You could taste every ingredient, and it really felt like there was intention behind every dish. I'm not normally a gin drinker, but the gin cocktails completely surprised me. They were so refreshing! The London Dry Gin & Tonic and the Gimlet were especially good -- perfectly balanced, and you could actually taste every part of the drink. The wait staff was also amazing -- friendly, extremely knowledgeable about the food and drinks, and checked on us regularly without being overbearing. Such a great first experience. Amazing food, fantastic cocktails, and wonderful service. Can't wait to come back!

Food delicious 4 stars Portion tiny (even for the share…read moreitems) 2 stars Drinks/cocktails 3 stars Service 4 stars

We have a cat now…read more Beware, this could happen to you too. Our unintended furry feline friend following us home aside, this was our second visit be because it's wonderful. The cats are very well cared for. The food is *delicious*. And the decor is the most soothing and stylish zen experience. Highly recommend.

They keep their groups small which allows for more kitty time. Beautiful environment for cats,…read morespacious, well ventilated. This was my second time and I'll be back!

We went to this beautiful Italian pasta bar for my son's birthday. Our tradition now is that the…read morebirthday person gets to pick out the "fancy" restaurant they want to try. My son always chooses restaurants with hearty meals. Always delicious. I had the and I can't say any in Italian, the squid ink pasta with seafood. As you can see in the pictures we each chose an appetizer to try. Lovely service and a delicious meal. I highly recommend Cori for a special occasion when you are craving Italian.

Went here for the first time and tried the restaurant week menu. I had high hopes because it had…read moregood reviews and the appetizers were unique but that where it stopped. The entrees and dessert was just blah. I had the sausage pasta which was decent and sauce was different...something that is not offered in other Italian restaurants...but it worth $55: restaurant menu price...I don't think so. Positives- bruschetta was unique...never thought strawberries would go well with tomatoes. I thought that it could use more balsamic vinegarette reduction. The squash pistachio Stracciatella cheese appetizer was the highlight of all the dishes we ordered Neutrals - the gnocchi was ok but had too much tomatoes and eggplant and less of the gnocchi. The gnocchi was not billowy. The shorbet was good but nothing extraordinary. Negatives - the other dessert Ruota Menfitana was less desirable. No free bread like most Italian restaurants would offer at the beginning of the dinner service. Also no freshly grated parmesan cheese offered when we got our entrees

We absolutely love popping into Cork & Stem when we're in Hillcrest. Love a good glass of wine, and…read morethe concept here is beautiful, you can grab wine or beer, and also build your own floral bouquet to take home (hence the name). Such a unique little idea. The space itself is comfortable, bright, and airy, and everyone is so friendly. It's the kind of spot where you see locals chatting with each other while visitors like us feel just as welcome. Great energy all around. Food-wise, the snacks are a highlight. We had olives marinated with rosemary, a flavor combo we never would've thought of, but it was fantastic. Could've eaten those all day. We also had the brie, which was delicious (didn't try it with the hot honey this time, but that's an option too). We started at the counter with a couple glasses of wine and ended up cozied up on their comfy couch. Cozy, airy, and a spot we make sure to stop into every time we're in town. Highly recommend.

Came here for my friend's engagement party and it was a very cute place!…read more Service was excellent.