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Contemporary rooms in an upscale hotel offering an Italian restaurant & a cafe, plus a gym. Set in Little Italy, this polished hotel is a mile from the vibrant Gaslamp Quarter, 3 miles from the San Diego Zoo and 4 miles from Old Town San Diego State Historic Park. Featuring high-thread-count linens and vintage photographs, the snug, modern rooms offer Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and minifridges. There's a trendy Italian restaurant with a courtyard, and a relaxed cafe. Other amenities include a gym, and a sleek lobby lounge with a fireplace. Spa treatments & continental breakfast are available.

The Taco Stand serves up fresh, made-to-order Mexican delights like flavorful tacos and hefty burritos in a lively, casual setting that's a local favorite.

Creative rolls & carefully sourced Japanese fare paired with an extensive sake menu in modern digs.

Step into the vintage glam of this 1940s North Park hotel, where retro rooms meet luxe amenities and a lively bar scene, perfect for festive gatherings.

Humble strip-mall venue offering Mediterranean kabobs & plates at the counter in a plain interior.

Seasonal dishes & cocktails are served in this glamorous restaurant with a terrace.

Bright, modern Japanese eatery featuring ramen & an assortment of small plates & snacks.

This midcentury brick warehouse serves up market-fresh sushi and entrees, delighting seafood lovers with its inviting outdoor patio and attentive service.

The Crack Shack is a vibrant chicken haven with stylish outdoor seating, a full bar, and fun games like bocce and cornhole, serving exceptional comfort food.

Italian cafe fare such as panini, gelato & coffee are served in charming digs with a patio.