My. Oh. My. What a find!!…read more From the time Bebe and I walked in, we felt welcomed. Bebe is my service dog, she's been traveling with me for two years now, so we've had a lot of eatery experiences. Despite her being service and us being permitted to sit inside, I requested to sit on the porch, it's such a welcoming vibe! Ross seated me and offered to turn on a deck heater for me, which I gratefully accepted. Lars was helping another table and I asked her to get my waiter, yet she offered to expedite things by taking my order, which I appreciated. Lars was able to recommend a fabulous glass of wine to go with my chicken. It was under $10 per glass and a total hidden gem! First course was the goat cheese salad, which is a fabulous mixed green salad with goat cheese, pickled carrots, and cranberries (craisins?). So yummy! I ordered Mary's chicken while Bebe ordered the puppy bacon. What a fun treat! We'll be back, what a great experience! Fabulous food, service and vibe. Love it!!!

This place is a true gem in OB, especially for wine lovers. They always have a great wine…read moreselection, and the food is consistently delicious. Plus, their happy hour options are great. Easy go-to spot for a relaxed night with good wine and food. If you have a dog , no worries they have a super cute outdoor patio and a dog menu !

Very cute and cozy spot with a gorgeous, comfortable patio on warm days. They do have big umbrellas…read moreif it's too sunny. I started with a lavender latte- delicious. Then I had a steak and blue cheese flatbread. It came with soups or salad, and I had a small cup of French onion soup- good, but not remarkable. The flatbread was accidentally delivered as the blue burger flatbread with hamburger meat instead of steak. It was good, even if not what I expected. It could have used some sort of sauce between the meat and cheese and the bread- or maybe just a layer of melty blue cheese instead of the as crumbles on top? Something to help the toppings stick. My SIL had the tuna nicoise- it looked delicious and she said it was very good. The potatoes are warm- which would be a plus for me! It's a hearty bowl full of veggies including asparagus, salmon, potatoes etc. Several people ordered the shakshuka and said it was very good. It has a bit of spice, and good amount of sausage or bacon. My grandpa said the eggs were hard to find, but I think they were just baked under the sauce and layers of bacon and cheese. Service can be a bit slow- it was more than 30 minutes from when we ordered to when the food was brought out and there were few tables occupied, so be prepared to enjoy a leisurely meal here. Everything is prepared to order- it's worth the wait!

Juno's is a combination coffee hub and wine pub located in a corner suite of the Shelter Island…read moreVillage in Point Loma. Parking in this plaza was not optimal with too few spaces for all of the businesses. The inside setup featured a compact bar with about four spots near the front entrance and several small tables. I believe there was also an outside patio adjacent to a side entrance, but I didn't venture over there to check the layout. For a kitchen of limited size, the menu was rather extensive. The categories on the two pages ranged from starters, sliders, soups, small plates, shareables, salads, flatbread, and desserts. There was also a list of the day's specials that featured eight full size entrees ranging from $22 to $38. I selected the first one from the list which was the Seafood Pasta. Fettucine noodles were cooked in an herbed tomato sauce with shrimp, scallops, salmon, and mussels. The item took about 15 minutes to be prepared. A healthy amount of parmesan cheese was grated on top of the dish. There were roughly two to four pieces of each seafood type. The sauce was light but well-seasoned from the herbs. For the serving size, I thought the $35 price tag was fair compared to upscale Italian restaurants around town. I had no qualms with giving a four star rating for my dinner at Juno's.

We stopped by for happy hour while using the laundromat down the street. The happy hour menu…read moreoffered a nice variety of appetizers, rolls and drinks! Our server was so friendly and brought out menus quickly since it was self seating. The outside seating was the perfect spot for some people watching and generally enjoying the weather. Now in terms of the food.. we enjoyed the little pickle platter. Unfortunately it came out much earlier than the rolls and we were quite hungry so we ate most of them before our rolls came out. They would have been great pairings with the rolls themselves. The kabocha squash roll was so unique and surprisingly tasty. A sweeter creamier roll for sure. The salmon skin roll was a nice savory balance to the squash roll. I'd have to say the salmon skin roll was my favorite. We'll definitely be back to try some of the other rolls!

The Joint has a really nice atmosphere both indoors and out. We order off the Happy Hour menu as…read morewell as the regular menu. We are doing tastings at 4 Restaurants in Ocean Beach. And this review is after that experience, so we can compare and contrast things like pricing and quality. When you come here you must bring a loaded wallet. To try a sour beer or any of their Russian River beers, (which was a surprise to us that there even was beer coming out of Russian River, a place I love for wine) .... is $19 for a bottle. And if you've never tried a sour beer and no one likes it, there are no returns. You pay your money and you take your chances. They are creative at The Joint. I mean an eel roll with macadamia nuts is a brilliant twist on sushi. The second thing we try is their soft shell crab roll. Delicious. Everyone at the table 'seconds' these comments. I ask someone on the way in, seated at a table eating sushi if it is good. He says: "I'll let you know". Later, he comes back to our table to let me yes! It's really good". So is this a good place to go for Sushi? The answer is yes. Is it a little confusing as an asian fusion place to have so many diverse choices? The answer is yes, but I also admit I do like all the options. Again, they call their Happy Hour food 'Tapas'. Is that Spanish, or is it just me? Japanese fried chicken or an arugula salad or oysters? lol Your taste buds must travel all over the place and that's hard on the palate and my headspace of 'what am I eating'? Is it overpriced? The answer is yes! And if I'm being honest, it surprises me that no one else on yelp is mentioning this. If money is not an issue and you want good sushi, our group recommends trying The Joint. Just don't count on happy hour having happy prices. $4 for an oyster is not happy! It's regular priced. Maybe even over priced for a happy hour menu where oysters come in at $1 and $2 for happy hour. And today, they are all out of oysters. lol We usually just tell you what to order when you go to a restaurant. This is the first time we have felt the need to let you know what you're in for, price wise. Sorry to the wonderful staff and great chef. No idea why they need to represent themselves as 'happy hour noon - 6pm every day', leading me to believe there is good pricing. But it's not my zoo, not my monkeys. With garlic, gusto and gratitude,  Chef Marian  San Diego Foodies Carlsbad Foodies

Love this place for their massive outdoor area and their quaint indoor bar. I've been here a few…read moretimes and even hosted a small event of 20 people before. This time around, it was just the 3 of us, to chat over some wine and apps. Had their April featured Pinot, which was amazing (had 2 glasses). It's good to keep in mind that they only sell their flatbreads on certain days and unfortunately, they didn't serve it when we went. So, instead we had the crostinis, which is perfect if you want a little bit of everything, but not sure what to get. My friend got the chicken Caesar wrap, and it was a lot bigger than expected. As far as the ambience, there's seating all around the bar that's located in the middle. So it's convenient to just walk up to the bar to place your order. Servers and bartenders were friendly and quick. Overall this is a great laid-back place for small or large groups.

I wanted to update my review, as I have been back several times through the years. Since my…read moreinitial review, there have been several changes.... some better than others. First, I still really enjoy the Carruth Wine Garden. It is nice to have an outdoor space to drink wine right in the center of the city. In general there plenty of parking ,and it is dog friendly. As far as the wine, it is very good. I like some more than others. More recently, I have enjoyed the Unicorn Red Blend ( a longtime favorite) and the Syrah. I love that it is dog friendly, inside and out. My dog loves going there and she makes friends each time. A change that they made recently is that the main garden area is now child-free, which was a positive change in my options, as it had gotten a bit chaotic in the past with children not being very well supervised. The still have a family-friendly outdoor space. In the past, there was always live music when I came. I was there most recently on a Saturday evening and was disappointed that there was no music. Also, the prices have gone up ($18 per glass). Unfortunately, I found the pours to be somewhat inadequate, though it depended which staff member was pouring the wine. They do not allow for outside food, and only make certain dishes certain days of the week, which unfortunately doesn't allow for many options if you are hungry. Water is readily available inside and outside. All in all, it is a lovely place with good wine to come with friends and your 4-legged friends. It has gotten a bit pricey, and I do wish we could bring out own snacks, but I still enjoy going and am sure that I will be back.

What a nice restaurant to enjoy a really lovely dinner at in Ocean Beach! Walking up with my…read moredaughter and my doodle , we asked if there was room on their patio and there was a lovely table with umbrella on the corner. It had turf underneath all tables along the street side and was shaded well for both hoomans and dog! The server quickly wiped the table and was friendly in asking about drinks , while we immersed in the menu - much inspired by New Zealand. She was great the entire time we were there. She came by just enough to check in to get the "nodding yes with our our heads as mouths full " affirmation she needed that all was well. So- I had the Blazin' Ahi and it was absolutely delicious! The ahi , a fave of mine anyway but with the seared with panko covering it and the wasabi mayo and peas and cucumbers? Chef's kiss! Will go next time we are there in late summer and highly recommend!

We arrived at around noon on Saturday, torn between breakfast & lunch, and with our dog in tow. We…read moresat at a cute little two top outside with room for the dog to spread out without infringing any other guests. The setting continues to be cute and comfortable. M. ordered the Wagyu burger with matchstick fries & I got the New Zealand Classic breakfast with chicken sausage. Waters were brought out quickly for us, including Cali. I later ordered a mimosa & it came out quickly as well. There's a special on mimosas on Saturday & Sunday from 10-2. They start at $1 at 10am and the price goes up incrementally until 2pm when they're $9. (My mimosa was $6.) The food took a bit longer, about twenty minutes, to be delivered. I liked my breakfast very much. Everything was tasty & I enjoyed having little bits of different things to nosh on. M. said his burger was very good, he only wished that it was a bit bigger for the price. Service was fine & friendly. Overall, this was a pleasant experience. Great people watching and great weather helped to enhance this brunch even more. Peace.

Great staff, cheerful and helpful with suggestions if you just aren't sure in what to get. The wine…read moreis good, the red is not your typical dark red it is very light and almost reminds me more of a rose color. Different but tasty and refreshing. Their sangria is really good I think I of my favorites. Location is great, fun to grab a glass and enjoy some live music!

Audish wine is the coolest winery in all of San Diego because they are biodynamic wines with…read moreminimal intervention that are all organic and all grown here! Other San Diego wine clubs focus on things like Spanish and French wines, fancy bubbly wines, Santa Barbara or Santa Rita.... This is truly San Diego. Oddish also has some of the craziest wines I've ever seen. For example, they had one called the hybrid that mixed wine, Mead, and cider. If you're looking to have fun and try a wine that is not full of itself but instead full of character, this is what you want. Also, I have a lot of friends who say that drinking wine makes them feel sick and that they never feel sick when they drink Oddish wines. Must be the way that they produce it and just how natural it really is. It's inside of a space called The Garten which is also such a must-see spot. They have Mead, beer, and a pizza truck? Pizza, outdoor oven type thing haha. And a stage that sometimes has live music. You order your drinks, sit on picnic tables with others, and enjoy the beautiful San Diego Sunshine

Great food and great service! It was a wonderful experience with family! The pasta is all made…read morefresh, and the table side tiramisu was amazing!

We enjoyed our lunch at Cesarina in Point Loma, CA…read more This was our first time dining at Cesarina and it won't be our last. The owners are from Rome, Italy and opened restaurant in 2019, sharing many delicious authentic recipes from Italy. Cesarina is an award-winning Italian restaurant in San Diego known for its fresh, handmade pasta, vibrant atmosphere, and "build-your-own" pasta options. The restaurant is recognized by the Michelin Guide with a Bib Gourmand for good value and quality. We enjoyed the following and recommend trying: *Mozzarella Milanese appetizer *Build-your-own: Gnocchi pasta in Tartufona sauce with bone marrow *Lasagna allá bolognese *Their famous tableside tiramisu *Affogato ice cream with espresso *complimentary focaccia bread All of these dishes, desserts, atmosphere and excellent customer service from our server Jake and management get 5/5 stars!! We made reservations on Open Table. There's indoor and outdoor seating with limited parking across the street on building 4160. Give this place a try! Happy Yelping :)

They were the cocktail vendors at my niece's wedding! They don't have many options for mocktails,…read morebut they were quick at making drinks!

Came for happy hour and saw they had a good seasonal menu, but ordered the espresso martini. Really…read moregood (dairy free) espresso martini! Good blend of flavors not too sweet or tasting too much of the spirit . I've had other espresso martini's that were too sweet and that is not not for me. With this one you can appreciate the coffee and the liquor (not too much so this can be a dangerous drink). Only had time for one cocktail, but next time I'm coming prepared for at least two lol. Bartender was great and answered all my questions. Loved that he took his time to make the drink taste and look good.

I feel like this place gives hidden gem vibes. We were over at harland and wanted food so we popped…read moreover here. It wasn't too busy on a Fri night. You order at the counter and they bring your food/drinks out. We got a couple rounds of drinks and two pizzas. For drinks I tried the negroni and the ocean water. Both well made and tasty. The pizzas really surprised us! We got the hot honey and the BBQ chicken. Toppings were quality but the DOUGH. Perfectly chewy and really flavorful. I would say it's a bit on the pricey end at $23 each but it tastes really good.

I was meeting up with some friends at Harland Brewery next door and we decided to hop over next…read moredoor to try Poseidon Project! They had some pretty interesting cocktails. I got their tropical old fashion and. I was okay with the tropical old fashion. I felt like the pineapple liquor didnt match that well They also had pizzas. We got the hot Honey pepperoni pizza and BBQ chicken pizza. Both were very good! The dough had a nice chew and the ingredients all were very fresh. You had to order at the counter which we didnt mind and service was very fast! The whole restaurant was dog friendly! Which is always a plus for us. Will definitely be back and highly recommend!

Ate at the bar tops and the bartenders were very helpful and they went above and beyond to…read moreaccommodate my food allergies. The vibe was chill and the drinks and service were great. PRO TIP: Just be aware that there are no servers at the bar tops, and you have to go over to the bar to order. It wasn't obvious so we waited a bit before we figured that out and others around us also seemed confused by that too. I recommend that the host tells people as they go to the bar. Might help with the negative reviews here.

We got an amazing table at the front of the bar, facing the sea. We were just here for a couple of…read moredrinks, and so the lack of vegan options didn't frustrate us. I was happy to find that they had 3 sours on rotation and the sour the server recommended was great. My husband got a orange flavored Hefeweizen and that was pretty good too! We also got a side of fries which were OK. I hope to see more vegan items here someday.