Top rated American restaurants in San Diego

Experience the best that San Diego has to offer with our curated list of top-rated places. Sorted by average review scores from venues boasting over 30 reviews, these establishments promise exceptional quality and experiences to elevate your visit in the city. This list contains 303 places from American restaurant category.

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Midway Classic Malt Shop
American restaurant
Hamburgers, hot dogs & milkshakes served up in a kitschy spot with a checkboard floor & red vinyl booths.
$ $$$
4.90 (1K reviews)
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Tommy Bahama Marlin Bar & Store
Bar
Casual clothing store featuring men's & women's apparel, plus shoes & accessories.
$$$ $
4.80 (761 reviews)
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Konito's Cafe
Breakfast restaurant
Hearty breakfast & lunch options in a relaxed diner with a surf-themed interior.
$ $$$
4.80 (485 reviews)
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Blue Water Seafood Market & Grill
Seafood restaurant
Authentic Mexican-style seafood tacos with special sauce, served on housemade tortillas.
$$ $$
4.70 (4.1K reviews)
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Urban Plates
New American restaurant
Chef-driven restaurant serving scratch-made plates, salads, sandwiches & bowls, dine-in or to-go.
$$ $$
4.70 (3.2K reviews)
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In-N-Out Burger
Hamburger restaurant
Classic burger chain serving customizable burgers, hand-cut fries & shakes.
$ $$$
4.70 (1.6K reviews)
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The Lion's Share
Eclectic restaurant
Intimate, moody bar pairing handcrafted drinks with New American plates featuring exotic meats.
$$ $$
4.70 (1.5K reviews)
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Parkhouse Eatery
American restaurant
Cozy eatery serving modern American comfort cuisine inside a converted house with fireplace & patio.
$$ $$
4.70 (1.2K reviews)
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Antique Row Cafe
Restaurant
Antiques-laden spot for homestyle American food, known for its generously portioned breakfasts.
$$ $$
4.70 (964 reviews)
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The Promiscuous Fork
New American restaurant
Trendy eatery offering hip foodies an innovative menu along with wine & craft beer.
$$ $$
4.70 (616 reviews)
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Sisters Pizza
Pizza restaurant
👍👍 We just stopped here for a quick drink but the atmosphere was great and the food from nearby tables looked and smelled amazing! I’ll be back for a meal soon!
$$ $$
4.70 (540 reviews)
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Taste of Chicago Grill
American restaurant
👍👍 Uhhh, this place is sooo good! The prices are great for the quality and proportions you get! The food is amazinggg! The guy that work there is super nice and the atmosphere is great! Also their Chicago dog was one of the best I’ve ever had! Their burgers are huge and delicious! The cheese steak was...
$ $$$
4.70 (496 reviews)
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Rosemarie's Burgers
Hamburger restaurant
$$ $$
4.70 (262 reviews)
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The Melt - Del Mar Highlands
American restaurant
Sleek, counter-serve chain known for its grilled cheese, burgers, mac & cheese & fries.
$$ $$
4.70 (92 reviews)
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&bar Hillcrest
Bar
👍👍 OMG huge fan! Nice friendly bar. Go through the freezer door and you find a hallway. You enter another room. It's a speakeasy! Named the Boardroom. Warm colors, friendly staff. Great food and specialty drinks. Really fun place! I highly recommend you to come and see for yourself.
4.70 (34 reviews)
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In-N-Out Burger
Hamburger restaurant
Classic burger chain serving customizable burgers, hand-cut fries & shakes.
$ $$$
4.60 (9.1K reviews)
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In-N-Out Burger
Hamburger restaurant
Classic burger chain serving customizable burgers, hand-cut fries & shakes.
$ $$$
4.60 (5.9K reviews)
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In-N-Out Burger
Hamburger restaurant
Classic burger chain serving customizable burgers, hand-cut fries & shakes.
$ $$$
4.60 (5.7K reviews)
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D Z Akin's
Deli
Bustling, long-running New York-style Jewish deli offering oversized sandwiches & housemade pickles.
$$ $$
4.60 (5.1K reviews)
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Hash House A Go Go
American restaurant
Hip chain serving creative, market-fresh American brunch & dinner fare, plus signature Bloody Marys.
$$ $$
4.60 (4.5K reviews)
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