Best Restaurants and Bars to Try on Convoy Street in Kearny Mesa | Eater San Diego

"Gaining entry to the secret bar, Realm of the 52 Remedies, hidden in the popular Common Theory pub, is well worth the trouble. Near the front door of the restaurant, look for a bright white door. Beyond it is a small, white apothecary room with jars of Chinese herbs on shelves. Patrons feel like they’re time-traveling to another era or paying a visit to a doctor specializing in Eastern medicine. After all, the Realm of the 52 Remedies aims to heal ailments with elixirs and herbs in exquisite cocktails. Try drinks like the Black Place Green cocktail, made with olive oil-washed gin, vermouth, and stinging nettles. A separate menu from Common Theory features larger dishes, such as grilled prime flat iron steak and dry-aged duck, as well as smaller plates like oko fries, black garlic onion dip with both curry and turmeric, and taro wonton chips." - Helen I. Hwang