The anticipation is palpable; you can feel it, almost taste it… OK, I exaggerate a bit. But, it is only the biggest dining event of the year: San Diego Restaurant Week! And it all kicks off this Sunday, Jan. 15, continuing through the 20th.
Have you made a reservation yet? With over 180 restaurants – from intimate bistros and casual eateries to elegant fine dines – there’s a lot to choose from. If I had to narrow it down, some of my top picks would be on Coronado Island, just a bridge away from downtown San Diego.
Coronado is a diner’s delight with spectacular San Diego Bay and seaside views that accent the delectable dishes, from seafood that’s as fresh as it gets to the finest French, Italian and coastal/Pacific Rim cuisine. Following are my Top 6 picks:
Mistral at Loews Coronado Bay Resort
Dinner – $40
The magnificent Mistral at Loews Coronado Bay Resort is a must-dine with its floor-to-ceiling panoramic views of San Diego Bay and the iconic San Diego-Coronado Bridge – an idyllic backdrop for modern French delicacies prepared by chefs Marc Erhler and Patrick Ponsaty.
Sheerwater
Lunch – $20
The tables are set at the Hotel del Coronado’s two signature restaurants. The refined yet casual, oceanfront Sheerwater features a ”Fish by the Sea” menu of classic bistro-style cuisine with a focus on fresh sustainable seafood. Next door…
1500 Ocean
Dinner – $40
1500 Ocean boasts a warm modern flare with Pacific views and menu by new Chef de Cuisine Aaron Martinez that uses fresh local ingredients, including The Del’s onsite herb garden, to create mouthwatering coastal-inspired dishes.
Dinner – $40
Coronado Boathouse 1887, located on Glorietta Bay across the street from The Del, serves gourmet steaks and seafood. This “diminutive Del” is a favorite with locals and visitors alike!
Peohe’s
Dinner – $30
Situated on San Diego Bay (at Coronado Ferry Landing) with spectacular views of the downtown San Diego skyline, Peohe’s specializes in fresh tropical seafood and Pacific Rim dishes including innovative sushi. Al fresco dining is available on the patio or in a charming dockside courtyard.
Vigilucci’s Ristorante Coronado
Lunch – $15
Dinner – $40
Vigilucci’s Ristorante Coronado serves Italian classics, prime steaks and seafood in a romantic setting enhanced by live music daily from its martini lounge and piano bar.
Bon Appetit from Coronado! 🙂