In addition to our love of downtown San Diego Real Estate, we are also lovers of great food and new restaurants to try. Over the past few months, many new restaurants/bars have opened… and here are the top 5 that we recommend!

1. Bottega Americano  |  Located at 1195 Island Avenue  |  Bottega Americano is a unique dining experience that combines the culinary artistry of fine dining, the freshest locally-sourced ingredients and the casual atmosphere and practicality of a European marketplace. Their pastas are handmade, they have a yummy brunch, and they have a marketplace to buy freshly prepared food to take home.

2. Double Standard  |  695 Sixth Avenue  |  Just opened on December 1st! Double Standard combines San Diego Americana cuisine and Italian specialties like Neapolitan pizza and fresh pasta with a comfortable, yet modern open-air concept that includes an outdoor, grass sidewalk cafe that wraps around the entire restaurant. Expect a guest-centric food playground where innovative fare, high-style service and design meet a casual vibe at an approachable price point; the Double Standard.

3.  Kettner Exchange  |  2001 Kettner Blvd  |  Features progressive American cuisine and a unique menu of craft cocktails, with daily live music!  They have a rooftop patio, where you can sip, eat & mingle. Additionally on the rooftop, there are cabanas equipped with it’s own keg.

4. Ironside Fish & Oyster  |  1654 India Street  |  Located in the old Ironside Metal Supply, featuring fresh seafood. The venue is spacious and has nautical design accents.  The oysters are “Mild, Sweet with a touch of Brine and a fantastic smooth finish.” Try the chowder fries and the lobster roll as well.

5. Juniper & Ivy  |  2228 Kettner Blvd  |  Juniper and Ivy offer “Refined American food with left coast edge”. Chef Richard Blais creates delicious culinary creations! Make sure to save room for dessert – try the Yodel.

If you haven’t tried any of these yet, you should check them out soon! Which one is your favorite? Enjoy!!