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Check out the top 5 spots in San Diego's Gaslamp

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Published on June 28, 2019
Check out the top 5 spots in San Diego's GaslampPhoto: Greystone Prime Steakhouse & Seafood/Yelp

Visiting the Gaslamp, or just looking to better appreciate what it has to offer? Get to know this high-profile San Diego neighborhood by browsing its most popular local businesses, from a steakhouse to a dessert destination.

Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top places to visit in the Gaslamp, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of neighborhood businesses. Read on for the results.

1. Greystone Prime Steakhouse & Seafood

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Topping the list is Greystone Prime Steakhouse & Seafood. Located at 658 Fifth Ave. (between G and Market streets), it's the most popular business in the neighborhood, boasting 4.5 stars out of 1,724 reviews on Yelp. Situated in a historic building that, over the years, housed city offices, a police station and a movie theater, the steakhouse offers USDA prime and choice cuts, as well as waygu. Seafood options include Maine lobster and Chilean sea bass. (View the full menu here.)

2. Werewolf American Bar

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Next up is Werewolf American Bar, a pub that serves burgers and more at 627 Fourth Ave. (between G and Market streets). With 4.5 stars out of 3,377 reviews on Yelp, it's proven to be a local favorite. The eatery has brunch, dinner and late-night menus — the latter is especially helpful to those who need to fuel their singing on karaoke nights, which are offered Tuesday through Saturday.

3. Cafe 21 Gaslamp

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Music venue and eatery Cafe 21 Gaslamp is another top choice. Yelpers give the business, located at 802 Fifth Ave. (between East and F streets), four stars out of 3,647 reviews. This high-ceilinged venue features farm-to-table brunch and dinner menus, as well as craft cocktails and nightly live music. 

4. Searsucker

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Searsucker, a cocktail bar and New American restaurant is another high-traffic neighborhood go-to, with four stars out of 3,467 Yelp reviews. Inspired by the relaxed vibe of seersucker fabric, this eatery's environment features open and glass-enclosed kitchens, lounge spaces with comfortable seating and lively bar areas. On weekends, the eatery features a brunch menu with bottomless mimosas. Head over to 611 Fifth Ave. (between G and Market streets) to see for yourself. 

5. Le Parfait Paris

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Finally, check out Le Parfait Paris, which has earned 4.5 stars out of 1,035 reviews on Yelp. You can find the French breakfast and brunch spot, which offers desserts and more, at 555 G St. (between 6th Ave and Fifth Avenue). Its offerings include cakes, macarons, gelato and baked goods, along with brunch and lunch items.

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