Curryosity

Casual spot with a variety of New York and Detroit-style pies, plus vegan and gluten-free options.

Local bar with laid-back house party vibe features regular events such as game nights, bands & DJs.

Supposedly haunted, this museum in an 1850s house offers day & night tours, plus a cafe.

Chinese restaurant chain with signature hot pots served in a trendy atmosphere.

Straightforward Asian restaurant with a bar & TV screens specializing in dim sum & Chinese classics.

Tucked away in a compact spot, this Michelin-starred gem serves up exquisite traditional sushi and omakase, complemented by a cozy vibe and attentive service.

Luxe rooms & suites with balconies & marble bathrooms, plus fine dining & a rooftop pool. Set in the Gaslamp Quarter adjacent to Horton Plaza, this refined hotel is a 3-minute walk from the San Diego Civic Theatre. Elegant rooms (some with Downtown views) feature imported furniture, designer linens, marble bathrooms, flat-screen TVs with DVD players, balconies and Wi-Fi. Suites offer additional living spaces. Amenities include a rooftop pool, a fitness center and meeting facilities. Dining options range from a piano bar serving craft cocktails to an ornate on-site restaurant with afternoon tea on weekends. In-room spa treatments are available, as is valet parking.

Modern Japanese storefront eatery specializing in yakitori & ramen paired with beer, sake & soju.

Locals head to this adults-only, casual sports bar offering pints & made-to-order burgers & fries.

Step into Ponce's, a lively Kensington gem serving up homey Mexican classics like killer cheese enchiladas and fresh guacamole amidst a retro vibe.