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Issue № 141 · rebuilt Monday, September 14
Best for group dinners with attentive tableside service.
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№ 1: Intazza Mug & Grub · 11 rooms
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№ 1: Adrian's Surf N' Turf Grill · 12 rooms
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№ 1: Eat Crispy Burger Encinitas · 12 rooms
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№ 1: Werewolf · 12 rooms
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№ 1: Craft and Taco Lounge · 11 rooms
Best Burgers in San Diego (2026)
№ 1: Eat Crispy Burger Encinitas · 11 rooms
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№ 1: Werewolf · 12 rooms
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№ 1: Blue Mug Coffee & Tea · 12 rooms
Best Italian Restaurants in San Diego (2026)
№ 1: Eugenio Italian Ristorante · 12 rooms
Best BBQ in San Diego (2026)
№ 1: Coop's West Texas BBQ · 12 rooms
Best Fried Chicken in San Diego (2026)
№ 1: Surf & Soul Spot · 11 rooms
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