San Diego's 4 best spots to splurge on New American food

Photo: Mister A's/Yelp

In search of a new favorite New American spot?

Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the best high-end New American restaurants around San Diego, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of where to satisfy your cravings.

1. Mister A's

Topping the list is Mister A's. Located at 2550 Fifth Ave., Floor 12 (between Laurel and Maple streets) in Park West. The cocktail bar, New American and breakfast and brunch spot is the most popular high-end New American restaurant in San Diego, boasting four stars out of 2,025 reviews on Yelp.

Yelper Dollyrose V. shared a review, "If you are looking to bring your lover to a nice dinner or celebrate a nice family occasion and have the extra cash to splurge, Mister A's is definitely the place to go."

2. JRDN Restaurant

Next up is Pacific Beach's JRDN Restaurant, situated at 723 Felspar St. (between Ocean Boulevard). With four stars out of 1,217 reviews on Yelp, the bar, New American and breakfast and brunch spot has proven to be a local favorite.

Yelper Till W. wrote, "I love this place so much! When I think of my most favorite restaurant and place to have a drink at night, I think of JRDN of Tower 23 Hotel."

3. California Modern at George's at the Cove

The La Jolla's California Modern at George's at the Cove, located at 1250 Prospect St., is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the fancy venues and event space and New American spot four stars out of 437 reviews.

Yelper Joe V noted, "It's a San Diego institution for a reason — the setting is upscale but very approachable. "

4. A.R. Valentien

A.R. Valentien, a New American spot that offers salads and more in Torrey Pines, is another pricey go-to, with four stars out of 241 Yelp reviews. Head over to The Lodge At Torrey Pines, 11480 North Torrey Pines Rd. to see for yourself.

Yelper Lisa W. wrote, "We came for their artisan table chef series. If you are going to eat here, go on the lodge's website and check out the chef's series artisan table. Yes, it's $160 per person, but totally worth it."

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