Yay-- so happy I found an amazing butcher shop in my neighborhood! They make some DELICIOUS…read moresausages. I wanted to make pizza so I got the spicy Italian & pepperoni sausages for it, and both of them were soooo tasty. Three sausages + the $6 basil pesto totaled a little over $18. Of course $12 for three sausages isn't particularly sustainable for a lot of us, but when it's a special occasion or you're wanting to treat yourself, it's very worth it :) The staff is great, and the place is located in an area a lot of parking and close to balboa. The basil pesto was also really yummy, I added a little lemon to it because I love a little more citrus in mine and it really made all the flavors pop.

High quality meat that is worth the price. Also their sausages and bratwursts are FANTASTIC. Never…read morebuying Johnsonville bratwursts again.

I have been coming here forever. It is not cheap but the quality of everything here is fantastic…read more This is a real butcher shop. There aren't many left in San Diego. Other than its sister store, Iowa Meat Farms, Tip Top Meats in Carlsbad (yes, they have returned), and the Wise Ox, also in Carlsbad, there are hardly any real butcher shops around. But these guys know what they are doing. Try their burgers and meatloaf. They are easy to cook at home. Try their steaks. You can get a legitimately excellent steak here for a fraction of what you would pay at a steakhouse and it will be BETTER than the steakhouse version. Make sure you ask the counter guys to season it for you before they wrap it up. Try their freshly-made sandwiches. Make sure you try their beans behind the deli counter. Their pimento dip in the refrigerated area is legendary and more addictive than crack (or so I have read). They have interesting sodas, craft beers, different mustards, El Indio chips, fresh breads, and a small but very well-curated wine selection. Is there anything they do not do well here? "No," is the answer to that question. They do everything well here. They have their own parking lot but it fills up quickly. There is not much other parking in the area. In the past, I have walked several blocks away in the residential neighborhood to get to the store when there is no parking available. And it was worth it.

I've been a loyal customer of SIESEL'S for many years, and they never disappoint…read more You won't find a butcher shop with such incredible sausages, premium meats, and fresh chicken anywhere else. Their staff is friendly, quick, and always ready to help. Prices are fair, and everything is cut fresh to order every day. With Thanksgiving around the corner, don't forget to reserve your fresh turkey early. If you're a true sausage lover or simply want the best cuts in town, SIESEL'S is the place to go!

A friend and I went early Monday morning and it was very quiet and pleasant. The interior is out of…read morethis world and there's so many cool things to see. The service was quick and easy, and they were very helpful in helping me pick out what drink to have. We ordered the poached eggs and Greek yogurt, breakfast tacos, and mochanut latte. Everything was delicious. Will def be going back!

This is one unique spot and absolutely worth visiting. Came here with a group (which I'd recommend…read moreto try more things) but heads up that there aren't large tables so you'll need to move things around if you're more than 3-4 people. The vibe is wild there- from creepy McDonalds figures to a diner-like bar and decor, it'll feel like no other restaurant or bar you've been to. I had enough sodium for the rest of my week, but man was everything tasty. The Prosciutto Sandwich was so tasty and loaded up with prosciutto. The meatballs were flavorful (and the sauce was great for dipping my sandwich!). The drinks were super cool. I got the freak nasty and it might've been one of the best drinks I've had in a while. Think a cross between a Gin & Tonic and an Italian sandwich. And the pickle beer was very pickle forward! The waitress was very friendly and was able to speak to all the drinks. I'd definitely come here again... just maybe not too frequently given the high sodium levels haha.

We have been anxiously waiting for the reopening. After being released from the hospital we stopped…read morefor dinner at tip top. The food is as great as it has always been as well as the service. It is such delight to know we can have our favorite meat market to go to. Thank you for reopening and God Bless You & Your Family, Marilyn & Tony Granich.

Went there on 4/19 and got 2 prime rib specials. It's to go only and they any au jus. Got 2 ribeye…read moreas well. The ribeye cost a were pricey but so good. Grilled them up at the hotel.

Santa Fe Meats is the place to be..... Not only can you grab some fresh meat from the butcher. You…read morecan also get some produce & a few other basics for your household needs. They now also share their space with Heavy's Smokehouse & The Egg Cart. AMAZING!! Great service and great vibes from everyone.

The liquor selection is a wide selection. The service is excellent. This place is a great place…read morefor everything you need. They have 3 separate places to provide breakfast with Adir and The Egg cart, Heavy with Texas BBQ,, Victor with Chingon Taco's.

Amazing preseasoned tritip and chicken. The quality of the meat is far superior to what you can get…read morein a regular grocery store. Great little market with everything you need for a perfect BBQ. They also sell interesting items that you can't get anywhere else like leaf lard (used in pie crusts) Love this place!

I was preparing my selfie stick to take a photo of me beside the cow figure outside this store…read more Some grumpy employee of this store stares at me, flexing. He's giving me his childish version of evil eye. I don't appreciate some paranoid butcher treating me like a criminal because of a quick photo session OUTSIDE the store. At least he succeeded at showing how unprofessional and disrespectful he is. It's pointless to shop at a store where I'm treated like crap. I'll buy my meat elsewhere. Indeed, the best meat shop in this neighborhood is The Meatery at 6160 Fairmont Ave.

POSTA!!!!! So we came in here for a drink. Mind you...it…read morewas quiet and not too many folks. But...thats why im writing about it!!!!! These places are the POSTA!!!! We were OVER the noise and wanted to go somewhere that we would be seen and or have a good chat. Most places now a days...well...its a show! Service is blah or they just want clicks for social media. This place!!!! Cozy...unique...great hospitality. And....celebrating 20 years!!! If you know ANYTHING about business....THAT IS HUGE! So...GO HERE. GO CHAT with the servers...bartenders. get off the phone and see why...they have been in business for 20 years!!!!!

Sorry no photos. Picked BF up from airport and he had to have PLB. We each had the millense. Me…read morechicken and hilm the beef. With two eggs and an empanada. Soooooo good. And the chimmie churri is Amazing. A great place for a night (or lunch) out.

Chef Dave is excellent. He came out to check on the temperature of my son's steak. Amy served us…read moreand was terrific. Everything about this meal was delicious. They were able to handle a party of six no problem. Our family loves the nostalgic feel of the restaurant along with the music. This is a nice place to take the family or have a romantic dinner for two.

Our group of five wanted to try the advertised special, $45 for a house salad , nice steak, and…read moredesert. We made a reservation on the advertised date 10/28/25. When we arrived the place was empty and they said the special was no longer available. We were all very disappointed. We decided to stay, however they had no baked potatoes, or a couple other dishes that we were interested in. For the amount of money we spent it was a very disappointing experience.

Best pork chop I have had in my life!!!! Bone in Pork Chop done to a true medium rare. Most places…read moredon'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

1/2 Born and Raised is undeniably one of the most stunning…read moredining 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.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​