Kettner Exchange is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in San Diego.

1. Kettner Exchange

9.0
2001 Kettner Blvd (Grape St.), San Diego, CA
American Restaurant · Little Italy · 53 tips and reviews

Luke W.Luke Wang: Go there for a light dinner or appetizers and drinks. Fantastic cocktails and a great environment.

Roger M.Roger Ma: Get their ahi tuna pizza

Eric B.Eric Bloomberg: All the apps are amazing

Nate's Garden Grill is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in San Diego.

2. Nate's Garden Grill

9.0
3120 Euclid Ave, San Diego, CA
American Restaurant · City Heights · 27 tips and reviews

David T.David Torres: Love the pulled pork hash and beer-mosas for brunch. Live music outdoors! Great beer selection.

San Diego ReaderSan Diego Reader: "Oh, and the corn is crisp, nicely burned, but squelchy, too. The steaming. The butter. And sweet? Perfect." - Ed Bedford, San Diego Reader

Tim P.Tim Pyles: Always visit the nursery next door...

Mister A's is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in San Diego.

3. Mister A's

8.9
2550 Fifth Ave (at Laurel St.), San Diego, CA
American Restaurant · Park West · 69 tips and reviews

Brad H.Brad Hager: AMAZING!! The BEST restaurant in San Diego. Gorgeous views, GREAT steaks, foie gras is incredible. Everything is good, awesome desserts, martinis & wine. Wonderful staff. This place is a MUST!

Athena R.Athena Rodriguez: Honestly, the best views of downtown! Swanky place with great hh prices. What more could you ask for...oh, perhaps just a San Diego sunset too?!

Serious EatsSerious Eats: The happy hour specials at this fine dining spot are surprisingly affordable, and come with the same great views.

Addison is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in San Diego.

4. Addison

8.9
5200 Grand del Mar Way (at Del Mar Meadows Road), San Diego, CA
American Restaurant · Carmel Valley · 16 tips and reviews

EaterEater: One of the few splurge-worthy spots in town. Chef William Bradley's menu combines his French training with local ingredients and contemporary plating.

EaterEater: A splurge-worthy spot, Addison is the signature restaurant at the Grand Del Mar. William Bradley's menu combines his French training with local ingredients and contemporary plating. [Eater 38 Member]

Marie P.Marie Patino: The seven-course Carte Blanche menu is the only way to go. Read more.

The Cheesecake Factory is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in San Diego.

5. The Cheesecake Factory

8.8
7067 Friars Rd First Level (at W Fashion Valley), San Diego, CA
American Restaurant · 140 tips and reviews

Jayme P.Jayme Pontious: The fried macaroni cheese balls, buffalo blasts, shrimp and bacon club, miso salmon, farfalle with chicken and roasted garlic and banana cheesecake are delicious!

Russell C.Russell C: Is a 45 minute wait worth it for this place? Be prepared to wait!

delindadelinda: Lovely place, but crowded. Especially sundays and evenings. Good food, lots of choices and the staff is very service minded

The Cheesecake Factory is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in San Diego.

6. The Cheesecake Factory

8.6
789 W Harbor Dr Ste 132, San Diego, CA
American Restaurant · Marina · 65 tips and reviews

Alina S.Alina S.: Still the best at one thing: CHEESECAKE ;)

Wanda J.Wanda Jones: Service is great. Large portions.

KyleKyle: The service is good, and they validate parking if you ask.

Yard House is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in San Diego.

7. Yard House

9.0
1640 Camino Del Rio North, San Diego, CA
American Restaurant · Mission Valley East · 16 tips and reviews

Oscar N.Oscar N: A good place to get a pint and an appetizer while waiting for a movie!

TolgaTolga: I really dont understand places try to Sit you down to worst table ! Here is kind of those places ! Hamburger and onion soup are below average! Only good things there are many type of beers. 6,3/10

Berry's Modern Bathroom T.Berry's Modern Bathroom Trendings: Yummy Food!

Farmer's Bottega is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in San Diego.

8. Farmer's Bottega

8.7
860 W Washington St, San Diego, CA
American Restaurant · Hillcrest · 16 tips and reviews

Peter H.Peter Harders: I loved the squid ink risotto. Not too heavy, perfectly salty, delicious.

G h a i t hG h a i t h: Brunch here 💯

Dominic R.Dominic Rios: Great farm-to-table menu. You can’t go wrong with any of their daily specials.

Tender Greens is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in San Diego.

9. Tender Greens

8.8
1640 Camino del Rio North, Suite FS-7, San Diego, CA
American Restaurant · Mission Valley East · 13 tips and reviews

Sean M.Sean Miller: Great salads with fresh ingredients and protein. Love the salt and pepper chicken.

Henry C.Henry Carrillo: Never ate there before sorry 😐

HalaH A.HalaH A: Chef specials never disappoint!

Bankers Hill Bar & Restaurant is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in San Diego.

10. Bankers Hill Bar & Restaurant

9.0
2202 4th Ave (btwn Ivy & Juniper St), San Diego, CA
American Restaurant · Park West · 56 tips and reviews

Melonie G.Melonie Gallegos: The truffle fries are amazing. Make it lactose free and skip the Parmesan. The dip is just mayo.

Yuri V.Yuri Victor: Tommy, Joe and Max are the best bartenders around.

CrysDCrysD: The Glass Menagerie is awesome if your a "spice" fan... Ask for extra Serrano chilies a float... Tommy created this drink and makes a great one!

Great Maple is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in San Diego.

11. Great Maple

8.7
1451 Washington St (btwn Lincoln & Cleveland Ave), San Diego, CA
American Restaurant · University Heights · 129 tips and reviews

Kate M.Kate McCormley: Honey Bear Mule is delish. Recommend ordering it with half regular vodka for a less sweet version.

Will W.Will Walters: The doughnuts were delicious. I don't usually write reviews, but I don't eat doughnuts and these were amazing. I'm not a huge fan of most breakfast, but I'll be back to try lunch.

EaterEater: A longstanding diner gets a swanky mid-century modern makeover from Johnny Rivera (Hash House, The Tractor Room). The desserts and homemade pies are standouts.

Ketch Grill and Taps is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in San Diego.

12. Ketch Grill and Taps

8.5
2614 Shelter Island Dr (Anchorage Ln), San Diego, CA
American Restaurant · La Playa · 5 tips and reviews

Daniel C.Daniel Cabana: Great beer selection, nice people and unique fantastic food... keep up the great work

Robert L.Robert Lyall: Breakfast Burrito is brilliant!

Poole B.Poole Buoy: The view, the beer and the breakfast croissant

The Grill at Torrey Pines is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in San Diego.

13. The Grill at Torrey Pines

8.7
11480 N Torrey Pines Rd, La Jolla, CA
American Restaurant · 11 tips and reviews

Andy W.Andy Wang: Great porchetta and dessert. Great way to end a round of golf

Nick H.Nick Hill: The burger is legit and the local craft beer flight shouldn't be missed.

Troy S.Troy Sechrist: Uh, thank you. Thank u very much. Salmon is great. Ahi salad as well. Ask to be seated outside. Unbelievable views.

OB Surf Lodge is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in San Diego.

14. OB Surf Lodge

8.4
5083 Santa Monica Ave (Abbott St), San Diego, CA
American Restaurant · Ocean Beach · 2 tips and reviews

Alex M.Alex M: Loved my crab cake benny! The hollandaise sauce was perfect and I couldn’t stop eating the potatoes on the side. Will be back!

Rebecca K.Rebecca Keyt: Good breakfast spot. Nice view of the beach!

Garden Kitchen is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in San Diego.

15. Garden Kitchen

8.4
4204 Rolando Blvd, San Diego, CA
American Restaurant · Rolando · 4 tips and reviews

Lisa M.Lisa McCollom: Great atmosphere....food was delicious! Menu changes daily depending on what's fresh and local. Dog friendly!

Mercy B.Mercy Baron: Amazing farm fresh very homemade food. Every dish is a delight!

Alex T.Alex Trecha: The cheese and salami board, the beer and my wife's chicken entree!