Best Dinner Places to Eat in Lake Murray

"Nine-Ten is all about California style, from the contemporary detailing of the dining room to the creative menu. Every plate is vibrant with fresh produce from small local farms which means that the menu is seasonal, though favorites like Jamaican Jerk Pork Belly (the chef's mother's recipe), braised short ribs and half-baked chocolate cake remain almost year-round. Chef Jason Knibb, who trained under masters such as Wolfgang Puck, has a deft hand with sous-vide cooking."

"910 Prospect St, La Jolla, CA 92037(858) 964-5400Make Your Reservations Here$$ | Seasonal Cuisine. In the Grande Colonial Hotel, there is a Michelin reviewed restaurant named Nine-Ten. They interestingly don’t have a set style of cuisine."

"Accolades continue to roll in for executive chef Jason Knibb—winner of an award of excellence by Wine Spectator in 2018—whose seasonal menus...Read More"

"A's just might be one of the best places to enjoy a skyline view of downtown San Diego, Coronado, Balboa Park and Point Loma, with the occasional plane landing or taking off from the airport. The sunsets are spectacular and part of the reason why this restaurant is perpetually voted one of the most romantic places to eat in the city. Modern American cuisine is on the menu though dishes change based on seasonality of locally-sourced ingredients."

"Where: 2550 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA 92103 You'll indulge on sophisticated cuisine and panoramic views of downtown and San Diego Bay from the 12th floor patio of the iconic Mister A's. Located next to Balboa Park, the restaurant is one of San Diego's cherished and formal culinary landmarks and is the perfect setting for a special occasion or date."

"Is it a coincidence that celebrating marriage proposals, wedding anniversaries and Valentine’s Day in this swoon-inducing setting is practically the law in San Diego?. If you have to ask, you’ve never sat at tables 50 or 52, where your view of the city skyline and landing planes makes you feel up in the clouds."

"The buzz: A multifaceted culinary experience in one of San Diego's fanciest neighborhoods.The food: Fort Oak is conveniently situated in the new mixed-use building The Fort, and in normal times offers disjointed bars and dining rooms that provide a variety of experiences, including the main dining room, a separate bar, and a chef’s table section with a grill and intimate seating. The menu at Fort Oak zeroes in on wood-fired cooking with surprising and creative twists like hearth-roasted carrots with quinoa, Humboldt fog, pickled fennel, and smoky yogurt; and garlicky hearth-grilled prawns with elote aioli and shishito relish. The quirky cocktail menu features separate sections for martinis and low-ABV drinks, ensuring something for everyone.The cost: Shareable starters are $7-24, chilled raw seafood and towers run $16-138, entrees cost $34-99, cocktails are $12-15 while beer and by the glass wine are $12-18.How to book: Make a reservation for indoor or patio dining via Tock."

"Inspired by a former Ford car dealership that once sat on the site in upscale Mission Hills, Fort Oak’s interior mixes old and new; hexagonal tiles and brass accents give the space a vintage feel, while a black oak communal table and plank..."

"1011 Fort Stockton Dr, San Diego, CA 92103(619) 722-3398Set Up Your Reservations Here$$$$ | Surf & Turf. This is where rustic meets elegance. At Fort Oak, everything that can be made from scratch is made from scratch with prime ingredients."

"Fish tacos, shrimp tacos, carne asada and shrimp torta, fisherman's stew at Oscar's Mexican Seafood|© T.Tseng/Flickr. Founded in 2011 by Juan Montes de Oca, Oscar’s Mexican Seafood specialises in Mexican cuisine with an emphasis on seafood. Popular with tourists and locals alike, this eatery now has a total of three locations in which diners can savour tacos, ceviche and fish stew."

"While 2020 and the COVID-19 pandemic attempted to beat our restaurant industry down with repeated lockdowns, ever-changing operating protocols, and expensive build outs to accommodate outdoor dining, they’ve stood tall through every challenge like the champions they are. They’ve sacrificed so much to keep us well-fed, all the while cooking up amazing, creative fare and serving it to us in ingenious new formats from streetside dining and cook-at-home meals to family-sized bundles and cocktail kits. Whether you’re comfortable with indoor and patio dining or prefer to take your dinner home to enjoy, there are dozens of delicious options for safely supporting our restaurant community."

"Treat your partner to a really special evening and reserve a table at Avant. This upscale eatery opens up onto sweeping views of the lovely green veranda at the Rancho Bernardo Inn. You’ll enjoy an inviting setting defined by creative design."

"AVANT Restaurant at Rancho Bernardo Inn is the Rancho Bernardo suburb, is one of the most elegant restaurants in town - and one of the most famous restaurants in San Diego!"

"Pop into the Spanish Village Art Center so your kids can get a look at a working artist’s studio in a charming Spanish town square. Small adobe studios painted with blue walls and yellow trims host a variety of artists and even offer art classes, glass blowing lessons and even more to explore your creative side. From the studios to the flowers, this place bursts with color and reflective energy."

"The Spanish Village Art Center offers a sensational collection of art. For starters, it has a constant rotation of artists who work with felt, paint, metal, beads, photos, glass and clay. There’s always something new to see even if you’ve visited before, so the locals of San Diego enjoy it just as much as the tourists."