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Dining near Old Town
Popular restaurants both inside and outside the state park tend to be touristy, with waitresses decked out in stereotypical Mexican dresses dodging strolling mariachi musicians. Portions can be huge. Order conservatively, even if you're very hungry.
In the northwest corner of the historic town square, you'll find more restaurants and shops at Plaza del Pasado. Patio dining at Casa de Reyes is pleasant any time of day, and the Mexican food never seems to change even though the name of the place does with some regularity.
Casa Guadalajara
4105 Taylor St
San Diego CA 92110
Phone: (619) 295-5111
Simple and common in design, the Mexican eatery offers a traditional menu, mariachis and patio seating.
Features: Casual dress; cocktails.
Directions: I-8, exit 3 (Taylor St/Hotel Circle), just s; in Old Town State Historic Park. 4105 Taylor St 92110
Parking: on-site.
Hours: 11 am-10 pm, Fri & Sat-11 pm. Closed: 12/25.
Price: Lunch: $8.00 - $15.00, Dinner: $8.00 - $15.00
Credit Cards: AE, CB, DC, DS, MC, VI
Cuisine Type: Mexican
Acapulco
2467 Juan St
San Diego CA 92110
Phone: (619) 260-8124
The patio overlooks Old Town and is great for people-watching. Traditional and "heart-smart" Mexican cuisine is at the heart of the menu.
Features: Smoking available. Casual dress; cocktail lounge; cocktails.
Directions: I-5, exit 19 (Old Town Ave), just e, 0.3 mi n on San Diego Ave, then just e; in Best Western Hacienda Suites-Old Town.
Parking: on-site.
Hours: 6:30 am-9:30 & 11-9 pm, Fri & Sat-10 pm.
Price: Lunch: $10.00 - $17.00, Dinner: $10.00 - $17.00
Credit Cards: AE, DC, JC, MC, VI
Cuisine Type: Mexican
Reservations: suggested.
Cafe Pacifica
2414 San Diego Ave
San Diego CA 92110
Phone: (619) 291-6666
The small, charming restaurant features seafood prepared with a Mediterranean flair. A favorite is griddled mustard catfish.
Features: Casual dress; cocktails.
Directions: I-5, exit 19 (Old Town Ave), just e, then just n. 2414 San Diego Ave 92110
Parking: valet and street.
Hours: 5 pm-9 pm, Sun from 4:30 pm. Closed: Mon.
Price: Dinner: $19.00 - $30.00
Credit Cards: AE, CB, DC, DS, MC, VI
Cuisine Type: Seafood
Reservations: suggested.
Zocalo Grill
2444 San Diego Ave
San Diego CA 92110
Phone: (619) 298-9840
In Old Town, the contemporary restaurant prepares California coastal cuisine. Selections include pepita-crusted mahi mahi, braised Colorado lamb shank, cedar-planked wild salmon and prime flatiron steak. Pasta and pizza is also on the menu. Patio seating is nice in good weather.
Features: Casual dress; cocktail lounge; cocktails.
Directions: I-5, exit 19 (Old Town Ave), just e, then just n. 2444 San Diego Ave 92110
Parking: on-site.
Hours: 11:30 am-9:30 pm, Fri & Sat-10 pm, Sun 10 am-3 & 4-9:30 pm. Closed: 11/22, 12/25.
Price: Lunch: $12.00 - $20.00, Dinner: $19.00 - $32.00
Credit Cards: AE, DS, MC, VI
Cuisine Type: California
Islands Restaurant
2270 Hotel Cir
San Diego CA 92108
Phone: (619) 297-1101
Polynesian and American dishes are served in an attractive South Seas atmosphere. Saturday and Sunday brunches are particularly popular.
Features: Casual dress; cocktail lounge; cocktails; entertainment.
Directions: I-8, exit 3 (Taylor St), just n, then just e; in Red Lion Hanalei Hotel. 2270 Hotel Cir 92108
Parking: on-site (fee).
Hours: 5 pm-10 pm. Closed: Sun & Mon.
Price: Dinner: $12.00 - $20.00
Credit Cards: AE, CB, DC, DS, JC, MC, VI
Cuisine Type: Specialty
Tio Leo's
5302 Napa St
San Diego CA 92110
Phone: (619) 542-1462
Near Old Town, the casual restaurant presents an appealing menu with such items as carne asada, chiles rellenos and crab enchiladas. The large fountain is a calming influence in the otherwise bustling dining room.
Features: Casual dress; cocktail lounge; cocktails.
Directions: I-5, exit SeaWorld Dr, just e, then 0.5 mi s on Morena Blvd. 5302 Napa St 92110
Parking: on-site.
Hours: 1 am-10 pm, Fri & Sat-11 pm, Sun 10 am-9 pm. Closed: 1/1, 11/22, 12/25.
Price: Lunch: $9.00 - $17.00, Dinner: $9.00 - $17.00
Credit Cards: AE, DS, MC, VI
Cuisine Type: Mexican
Reservations: suggested.
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