Explore San Diego's best steakhouse — from the classics everyone knows to the neighborhood spots that deserve more attention.
Little Italy
“San Diego's most theatrical steakhouse”
$$$$ · Restaurants · 2.9
Gaslamp Quarter
$ · Steakhouse · 2.4

Carmel Valley
“High-end steakhouse serving prime cuts, seafood & shellfish in an elegant, modern venue.”
$$$$ · Seafood · 2.4

La Jolla
$$ · Seafood · 2.4
Point Loma
“Waterfront restaurant & lounge with modern decor & bay views specializes in Californian cuisine.”
$$$ · Restaurants · 2.4

Bankers Hill
$ · American · 2.4
Gaslamp Quarter
$ · Sushi · 2.4

Bankers Hill
“French specialties & seafood served in a stylish, comfortable setting with a covered sidewalk patio.”
$$ · Seafood · 2.4
Gaslamp Quarter
“Elegant fine-dining chain with a seafood & steak menu, plus a cocktail lounge featuring live jazz”
$$$$ · Seafood · 2.4
East Village
“Rustic-chic decor sets the stage at this chophouse serving standard meat alongside ofal & wild game.”
$$$ · American · 2.4
Gaslamp Quarter
“Smart surf 'n' turf joint known for steakhouse staples & tropical cocktails, plus an outdoor patio.”
$$$ · Steakhouse · 2.4
Gaslamp Quarter
$ · Sushi · 2.4
Gaslamp Quarter
“Upscale chain for aged prime beef, seafood & other traditional steakhouse fare in a clubby space.”
$$$$ · American · 2.3
Gaslamp Quarter
“Upscale Brazilian chain for all-you-can-eat meat carved tableside plus an extensive salad bar.”
$$$ · Steakhouse · 2.3
Gaslamp Quarter
$$$$ · Seafood · 2.3
Gaslamp Quarter
$ · Tacos · 2.3
Gaslamp Quarter
“Sleek restaurant serving creative local dishes, including seafood plates, steak & desserts.”
$$$$ · American · 2.3

La Jolla
“Enduring Italian eatery lures locals with traditional dishes, elegant environs & weekly live jazz.”
$$$ · Italian · 2.3

Solana Beach
$$$ · Steakhouse · 2.3

Mission Beach
$$$ · Steakhouse · 2.3

Carmel Valley
“Outpost of upmarket steakhouse chain known for sizzling, butter-topped beef in an elegant setting”
$$$$ · Seafood · 2.3

Del Mar
“Across from the Del Mar racetrack, this steak & seafood restaurant has large portions & a piano bar.”
$$$ · Seafood · 2.3

Clairemont
“Locals return to this Chicago-style chophouse for simple meat mains inside a refined, retro space.”
$$$ · Steakhouse · 2.3

Clairemont
$$$ · Korean · 2.3

Little Italy
“Argentinean specialties, including empanadas, hearty steaks & Malbecs at this warm, refined eatery.”
$$ · Steakhouse · 2.3

Point Loma
“Casual, clubby seafood chain serving up surf 'n' turf, oysters on the half shell, fish tacos & more.”
$$ · Restaurants · 2.3
San Diego
“This military-themed, airport-adjacent spot serves chophouse mains inside a cozy, replica farmhouse.”
$$ · Restaurants · 2.3

Coronado
“Contemporary ambiance for an old-school steakhouse known for filets, chops & seafood dishes.”
$$$ · Restaurants · 2.3

Bankers Hill
“Veteran eatery delivers old-world elegance with tableside dishes, classic cocktails & a piano bar.”
$$ · Steakhouse · 2.2

Little Italy
“Family-friendly eatery & bar known for a wide American comfort-food menu & Western-themed environs.”
$$ · American
Little Italy
“Outpost of upmarket steakhouse chain known for sizzling, butter-topped beef in an elegant setting”
$$$$ · Seafood

San Diego
“Rustic chophouse with large windows features meat-centric entrees & other standard American fare.”
$$$ · Restaurants

Del Mar
“Mediterranean & Californian dishes plated in a coastal-chic space with shaded outdoor seating.”
$$ · Restaurants

University Heights
“Fashionable restaurant offering specialty steaks & seafood, plus cocktails & happy hours.”
$$$ · Restaurants
Little Italy
$ · Steakhouse

Golden Hill
“Grill-your-own-steak spot for the 21+ crowd with a retro cocktail lounge & kitschy cowboy decor.”
$$ · Restaurants

University City
“Rotating menu of seasonal American dishes alongside international wines in an upscale setting.”
$$ · Seafood
Gaslamp Quarter
“High-end steakhouse chain with aged prime beef & classics such as lobster tails.”
$$$$ · Steakhouse

Mission Valley
“Boisterous Australian-themed chain serving steaks, seafood & other hearty steakhouse fare.”
$$ · Restaurants

Mission Valley
$ · Restaurants

Mission Valley
“Casual venue offering seafood, sandwiches & steakhouse staples, plus sports on TV & weekend brunch.”
$$ · Restaurants

Ocean Beach
“Diverse small plates & sushi are offered with wine & a long list of beers in a warm, funky setting.”
$$ · Restaurants

Coronado
“Housed in a charming converted Victorian house, this romantic bistro serves up classic French fare.”
$$ · Restaurants

Clairemont
“Boisterous Australian-themed chain serving steaks, seafood & other hearty steakhouse fare.”
$$ · American
Gaslamp Quarter
“Fine-dining eatery pairs steak & seafood with an extensive wine list in a smart, multilevel space.”
$$ · Seafood

San Diego
“Surf & turf steakhouse serving a carnivore’s delight of charcuterie, chops & seafood.”
$$$ · Restaurants