San Diego is fast becoming the culinary capital of California, with its wide assortment of restaurants and bars offering an array of cuisine to suit any taste. Some of Southern California's finest cuisine can be found right outside EC San Diego in La Jolla. The diverse restaurants cater for a wide variety of tastes. Within a few blocks you can savour Mexican, German, Thai, and Indian cuisine, or enjoy a wide choice of casual dining options-hamburgers, waffles, seafood, and pizza. The warm climate allows for you to enjoy your meal at one of the many outdoor, restaurant patios while enjoying spectacular sea-views. Being a coastal town so close to the border, it's no surprise that San Diego is known for fresh Mexican dishes and exceptional seafood. Try California's take on Mexican food with Californian Style Mexican.
High-end, award-winning restaurants include George's at the Cove (1250 Prospect St, La Jolla) for when you want to treat yourself. California has a very strong wine industry. Be sure to enjoy a glass (or bottle) of California Cabernet Sauvignon.
For simple, fresh, affordable no-se quiches, soups and sandwiches, plus daily hot plate specials try Girard Gourmet (7837 Girard Ave). Other popular La Jolla restaurants include, Rappongi, Trattoria, The Marine Room and Jack's La Jolla.
The obligatory Hard Rock Café can be found at 909 Prospect Street plus another one in Downtown.
Fitness is a way of life in California so you will always be able to find a healthy, low-fat option or something vegetarian. Alternatively, you could put your diet on hold because America is the true home of deliciously unhealthy fast-food! For cheaper eats and snacks, there are plenty of delis, pizza places, sandwich bars, fast-food restaurants and diners. Careful! They all have those wonderfully big American portions!
Downtown
The Gaslamp Quarter is the place to head for a good evening meal after lessons before you hit a bar or nightclub. Here you will find restaurants specialising in international cuisine - Italian, Thai, Indian, Persian, Spanish and Mexican eateries all rub shoulders here. There are restaurants to suit any taste and budget. Popular Downtown restaurants include, Top of the Market, Bombay and Ruth Chris Steak House
