The gourmand’s guide to San Diego, featuring Addison, Tribute Pizza, The Lafayette Hotel and more.

On this episode of The LA Food Podcast, we're heading south to explore San Diego’s rising food scene. Known for craft beer and beaches, San Diego is now a serious player in the California fine dining landscape. From creative tasting menus to casual neighborhood gems, we spent 48 hours eating our way through the city—and we're sharing every bite.

Highlights include:

🍽️ A full San Diego restaurant guide with picks for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and late-night bites

🍷 The best cocktail bar in San Diego

🌟 Our in-depth review of William Bradley’s Addison, Southern California’s only 3-Michelin Star restaurant, and why it sparked a fierce debate between Father Sal and me

🏨 Where to stay for the perfect foodie weekend getaway

We also tackle this week’s Chef’s Kiss / Big Miss lightning round, featuring:

• The new New York Times food critics

• Esquire’s best bars in America

• Our feelings ahead of the Top Chef Season Finale
  

Whether you're into high-end tasting menus, restaurant reviews, bar guides, or just great conversation about California’s best food, this episode has something for you.

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Helpful Links:

The Lafayette

Wildflour Delicatessen

Cellar Hand Hillcrest

Roma Norte

Puesto

ADDISON

Tribute Pizza

Heritage BBQ    

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