From Street Food to Fine Dining, Three Local-Centric Restaurants to Try Right Now in San Diego

Last Updated April 25, 2019
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Brunch is a thing of beauty at Fort Oak in Mission Hills

Three newcomers to the San Diego County food scene share a passion for local ingredients.

It seems like a new restaurant opens every week here in San Diego County, and we're not complaining. But, that can make it overwhelming when it comes time to pick our next breakfast, lunch, or dinner excurison. We were particularly impressed with the dedication to responsible sourcing at three new spots, ranging from the most casual of venues to a decidedly splurge-worthy destination. Stop by a fast-casual lunch spot in North Park for hand-made, locally-sourced sausage flatbreads and bowls. Go check out the chefs-turned street food vendors who are elevating ingredients from neighboring farms at the La Jolla Open Aire Market. And plan your next date night at an inventive, ingredient-obsessed new spot in Mission Hills.

Now Open: Fort Oak in Mission Hills Celebrates Local Ingredients in Playfully Elevated Plates

Fort Oak, the brainchild of the team behind TRUST and Hundred Proof, is now open in Mission Hills offering fusion-inspired dishes crafted with locally sourced ingredients.

Now Open: Medina Brings SoCal Sensibility and North African Flavor to North Park

Medina Restaurant in North Park offers light Southern California-style tacos and bowls infused with the bold flavors of North Africa.

Now Open: Alma Elevates Local Seafood and Produce at the La Jolla Open Aire Market

Two chefs moved to San Diego from New York for the region’s produce and locally caught seafood.
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