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.

went to Negociant for trivia night and it was so cute and fun. really mellow and low key…read moreenvironment, and the staff was lovely. the cab sav was delicious. we had the bruschetta and an order of fries which were incredible. the only thing we didn't love was the ketchup was house made and it was too tomatoey, I know that's what ketchup is but it felt like there was too much tomato paste in it maybe. otherwise loved it!!

Absolutely loved it. Our server Carter was exceptional, guiding us thru the menu and just a joy to…read morebe around!!! Do NOT SKIP THE MUSSELS!!!!!!! Or the chocolate mousse dessert!!! Those were our fave bites. Loved the music and vibe. Drink menu fun and funky, house made tonic. Fun wine list too.

This was my third, possibly fourth, visit to Mabel's Gone Fishing. I've returned because there is a…read morelot to like here: the quality of the ingredients, the Spanish-Mediterranean flavors, the wine, and especially the G&Ts. We specifically came for the anniversary night after seeing the special tapas and celebration promoted on Instagram. Unfortunately, that experience seemed largely nonexistent for regular patrons. There were plenty of industry people in the room receiving special attention and dishes that weren't on the menu, but for us there was no celebratory amuse-bouche, no special G&T, and none of the anniversary tapas we had expected from the promotion. It felt less like we were attending an anniversary celebration and more like we were outsiders watching an industry party. And about those G&Ts: Mabel's makes its own quinine water, and normally it makes the drink fantastic--the kind where you immediately want another. Tonight, however, the mixture had so much citric acid that it was difficult to enjoy. The food also missed the mark tonight. The pan and tomate was far too thick. When grated tomato is salted and slowly drained, that reserved tomato water is important. As the tomato sits, it becomes dense and almost gelatinous. Adding a little of that reserved liquid back, along with good olive oil and a pinch of salt, would give it back its freshness and texture. Tonight's version was dense, under-seasoned and needed olive oil. The patatas bravas were even more problematic. You're starting with a naturally very dry potato, then frying it, letting it sit and frying it again. The result tonight was dry, over-fried and tough. The skins were also too thick for the preparation. Either peel them or consider a different potato. They would have needed a vat of brava sauce just to bring them back. Finally, the Gilda--one of my favorite starters anywhere--simply had too much going on. Five anchovies (two white and three traditional), one olive and pieces of cut guindilla overwhelmed rather than complemented one another. A simpler combination--perhaps a piece of white tuna, one anchovy, one olive and a whole guindilla--would bring back the balance that makes a Gilda so good. As usual, the wine was great. Our server was nice, and we tipped her in cash for her effort, but the service itself felt almost robotic rather than warm or celebratory. Three stars for effort and ambiance, and because I know from previous visits that Mabel's can do much better than what we experienced tonight. The biggest disappointment wasn't simply the food--it was coming specifically for a publicly promoted anniversary celebration and leaving feeling like the actual celebration was reserved for the industry crowd.

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.

Had a great experience at whiskers and Wine bar! We had a 7pm reservation and all the kitties were…read moreawake and lively. The cat shaped ice cubes used for the cocktails are a great touch! I really appreciate how caring and careful the staff are to make sure the cats are not overwhelmed and that they have a clean and safe space to call home ( until they can find a forever home!) I only wish I could have taken Romeo home with me!

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 restaurant week and I must say I was very disappointed. $55 for less than mediocre…read morefood. If this was what they offered for restaurant week (where is think they would place their best dishes) I wouldn't come back. The gnocchi was just ok. It seems like there was more tomatoes and other stuff vs actually gnocchi. Which was a bit hard and not billowey. The brushetta was pretty good. Loved the strawberries in it. The ruota was not too flavorful. The waffle crust thingy tasted a little stale and it just wasn't good. The zucca was probably the best dish. The cream and burrata was delicious but not enough to go back for. I won't be back and would avoid this place. I generally like to give places a second chance but since this I would think was their best dishes for restaurant week I don't really have a desire to go back.

I've had the pleasure of going to Cork & Stem on several occasions over the past few years and I…read morelove it every time. I've attended Yelp events, birthdays and other special events here and it's always so much fun. I love how they walk you through the process of creating a bouquet and it's so interesting to see how everyone comes up with their own creation. The food and wine here are perfect for snacking and sipping while you create your arrangement. I love the charcuterie board in particular.

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.