The best american in Gaslamp Quarter, according to people who actually live here.
The Gaslamp wears two faces—daylight seriousness with coffee roasters and breakfast lines, then midnight chaos with rooftop crowds and adobada smoke.
Gaslamp Quarter
$ · American · 2.5
Gaslamp Quarter
“Elegant fine-dining chain with a seafood & steak menu, plus a cocktail lounge featuring live jazz”
$$$$ · Seafood · 2.4
Gaslamp Quarter
“Rollicking no-cover destination offers American comfort grub, mixed drinks & nightly specials.”
$ · American · 2.4
Gaslamp Quarter
“Quirky daytime joint serves inventive spins on American comfort classics, including pumpkin waffles.”
$$ · American · 2.4
Gaslamp Quarter
$ · Restaurants · 2.4
Gaslamp Quarter
“Intimate, moody bar pairing handcrafted drinks with New American plates featuring exotic meats.”
$$ · American · 2.4
Gaslamp Quarter
$ · American · 2.4
Gaslamp Quarter
“Inside the Pendry hotel but doesn't feel hotel-restaurant generic. The brunch is the reason to come — pastry program is serious.”
$$$ · Restaurants · 2.3
Gaslamp Quarter
“Sleek, counter-serve chain known for its grilled cheese, burgers, mac & cheese & fries.”
$$ · American · 2.3
Gaslamp Quarter
“Mainland outpost of Hawaiian coffee stalwart for espresso drinks, tea & smoothies in a cheery space.”
$ · American · 2.3
Gaslamp Quarter
“Rooftop club at the Andaz Hotel, catering to the velvet-rope crowd & offering VIP bottle service.”
$$$ · American · 2.3
Gaslamp Quarter
“Cheerful quick-serve eatery offering custom poke bowls & burritos near Seaport Village.”
$ · Seafood · 2.3
Gaslamp Quarter
“Upscale chain for aged prime beef, seafood & other traditional steakhouse fare in a clubby space.”
$$$$ · American · 2.3
Gaslamp Quarter
“Sustainable seafood at this elegant waterfront eatery with a patio.”
$$$ · Seafood · 2.3
Gaslamp Quarter
“Modern rooftop destination featuring local, seasonal cuisine & craft cocktails in stylish surrounds.”
$$ · American · 2.3
Gaslamp Quarter
“A rotating menu of craft beers paired with New American small plates in a modern-yet-rustic setting.”
$$ · American · 2.3
Gaslamp Quarter
“Sleek restaurant serving creative local dishes, including seafood plates, steak & desserts.”
$$$$ · American · 2.3
Gaslamp Quarter
“Elevated comfort eats & whiskey served in a stately space with leather booths & a fireplace.”
$$$ · American · 2.3
Gaslamp Quarter
“Long-standing upscale eatery known for a welcoming vibe & Californian fare with Continental touches.”
$$$ · Italian · 2.3
Gaslamp Quarter
“Mardi Gras-themed hangout offering BBQ & Cajun-style mains, plus cocktails & waterfront seating.”
$$ · Seafood · 2.3

Gaslamp Quarter
“The U.S. Grant Hotel's storied eatery boasts opulent decor & seasonal Californian fare with a twist.”
$$$ · American · 2.3
Gaslamp Quarter
$$$$ · Seafood · 2.3
Gaslamp Quarter
“Long-standing haunt serving basic beers & bar bites in welcoming, unpretentious digs.”
$ · American · 2.3
Gaslamp Quarter
“Sports TV & DJs accompany visits to this mod spot, known for craft beer, bourbon & flatbread pizzas.”
$$ · American · 2.3
Gaslamp Quarter
“Simple counter-serve eatery with sidewalk seats doling out organic, pasture-raised beef burgers.”
$$ · American · 2.2
Gaslamp Quarter
“Buzzy, sleek diner in Hard Rock Hotel serves creative comfort eats & is open late-night on weekends.”
$$ · American · 2.2
Gaslamp Quarter
“Casual burger joint offering beef, chicken, veggie & seasonal patties, plus a kids' menu & a patio.”
$$ · American · 2.2
Gaslamp Quarter
“House-smoked meats and slow-cooked ribs served with a full bar in rustic tavern digs with TVs.”
$$ · American · 2.2
Gaslamp Quarter
“Festive pub offering casual bites such as pizza, wings & tacos, plus beer, cocktails & games on TV.”
$$ · Pizza · 2.2
Gaslamp Quarter
“Casual pizzeria offering pies, panini & pasta plus burgers & fried chicken in stylish digs.”
$ · Pizza · 2.2

Gaslamp Quarter
$ · American · 2.1
Gaslamp Quarter
$ · American · 1.6
Gaslamp Quarter
“Fine-dining eatery pairs steak & seafood with an extensive wine list in a smart, multilevel space.”
$$ · Seafood
Gaslamp Quarter
“Buzzy joint in a historic building, offering burgers, ribs, pizzas, and happy hour deals.”
$$ · American

Gaslamp Quarter
“New American restaurant & lounge at the Marriott resort featuring a patio with bay views.”
$ · Restaurants