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San Diego Opera has partnered with some of the best Downtown restaurants to enhance
your experience with great dining and exclusive offers. For your convenience, we
have provided restaurant pricing, special offers as well as ‘commute time’ to restaurants.
Please plan your evening to include arriving at the theatre 20 minutes prior
to any performance.
San Diego Opera Partner Restaurants
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- Entrees $10 and under
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- Entrees $10 - $30
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- Entrees $25 - $40
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Just Steps Away
These restaurants in this column allow you to park very close to the theatre, take
a short 5 minute walk to dinner and return in time for curtain.
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10 Minute Walk
These restaurants in this column allow you to park at the theatre, walk to dinner
and return in time for curtain. Please allow 10 minute walk time
both ways.
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A Little Further
These restaurants in this column allow you to park at the theatre and, either enjoy
a 20-minute walk, or grab a quick cab ride both ways to return in time for curtain.
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Al Teatro Panini Grill
Information
Cuisine/Atmosphere:
Italian, authentic and fresh in a casual café atmosphere. Delicious freshly made
Panini’s, Salads, Pasta’s and Sauces. Great Italian espresso bar and incredible
homemade pastries and desserts.
Hours:
Daily – 7:00am-8:00pm
(open before all San Diego Opera performances)
Location/Parking:
1254 3rd Ave. San Diego, Ca 92101
Blocks from theatre: 1
Reservations:(619) 230-1485
Promotion
Groups
*parties of 10 or more dining before attending a San Diego Opera performance
Customized Prix Fixe menu with your group in mind
VIP (Very Important Patrons)
*any size party who mentions San Diego Opera when making reservations
is a VIP
Free appetizer (Chef’s Choice) with purchase of glass of wine
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Bandar
Information
Cuisine/Atmosphere:
Experience a world of award winning distinction. Bandar offers exotic Persian cuisine,
meticulously prepared and beautifully presented.
Hours:
Mon-Sat – 11:30am-11:30pm
Sunday – 11:30am-10:00pm
Location/Parking:
825 4th Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 / Parking in Horton Plaza
Blocks from theatre: 3
Reservations: Behrooz Farahani / Kamille Madeira – (619)
238-0101
Promotion
Groups
*parties of 10 or more dining before attending a San Diego Opera performance
Complimentary salad & 10% discount for groups of 10 or more
VIP (Very Important Patrons)
*any size party who mentions San Diego Opera when making reservations
is a VIP
Complimentary salad OR 10% discount
**Reservations for all promotions required. Please mention San Diego Opera when
making reservation. **
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EXY
Information
Cuisine/Atmosphere:
Gaslamp’s newest restaurant and lounge featuring unique Mediterranean cuisine in
a casually elegant atmosphere.
Hours:
Lunch Tuesday - Sunday 11:30am to 2pm
Dinner Tuesday - Saturday beginning at 5pm
Location/Parking:
789 Sixth Avenue, San Diego 92101. Lowest Downtown rates at ACE ‘Park It On Market’
lot on 6th and Market.
Blocks from theatre: 6
Reservations:(619)238-0412
Promotion
VIP & Groups
*any size party who mentions San Diego Opera when making reservations
is a VIP
*parties of 10 or more dining before attending a San Diego Opera performance
$30, three-course, prix-fixe menu for groups of ten or more dining from 5:00PM-6:30PM,
tax and gratuity not included. Reservations only. Customized menus, logo and special
greeting added upon request
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Grant Grill
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Cuisine/Atmosphere:
Contemporary, glamorous ambiance with a nod to historical significance. Guests will
revel in the palate of flavors that is part of our California cuisine.
Hours:
Mon-Fri Lunch – 11:30am to 2:30pm Dinner – 5:30pm to 10:00pm
Fri Dinner – 5:30pm to 10:30pm
Sat Brunch – 11:30am to 2:30pm Dinner – 5:30pm to 10:30pm
Sun Brunch – 11:30am to 2:30pm Dinner – 5:30pm to 10:00pm
Location/Parking:
326 Broadway San Diego, Ca 92101
Complimentary Valet Parking for Lunch and $10 Valet for Dinner
Blocks from theatre: 1.5
Reservations: (619) 744-2077
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Currant American Brasserie
Information
Cuisine/Atmosphere:
A modernized version of a French bistro. Here you will find the essence of French
cuisine combined with American ingenuity and soul. Our mantra here is fresh seasonal
food with uncompromising quality.
Hours:
Breakfast Mon - Fri 7:30am – 9:30am
Lunch Mon - Fri 11:30am – 2:30pm
Dinner Daily 5:30pm – 10:00pm
Location/Parking:
140 West Broadway; San Diego, CA 92101; (Inside The Sofia Hotel) Street parking
or Valet on corner of Front & Broadway ($10 for 3 hours with validation from Currant)
Blocks from theatre: 4
Reservations: Liz Odle (619) 234-9200 x101
Promotion
Groups
*parties of 10 or more dining before attending a San Diego Opera performance
Currant is proud to offer group patrons of the San Diego Opera a chef’s-designed
three-course dinner for $35 per guest, not including tax or service. This offer
includes starter, main and dessert courses, one glass of complimentary house red
or white wine and coffee with dessert. Reservations and menu arrangements must be
made a minimum of 24 hours in advance with a restaurant manager.
VIP (Very Important Patrons)
*any size party who mentions San Diego Opera when making reservations
is a VIP
Currant is proud to offer San Diego Opera VIP (Very Important Patrons) a $15 credit
toward the purchase of food when a minimum of two dinner entrees are purchased.
This offer does not apply to tax, tip or alcoholic beverages.
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Greystone
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Cuisine/Atmosphere:
Situated in the heart of San Diego’s Gaslamp Quarter, in an historic theatre, resides
one of southern California’s premiere independently owned and operated steakhouses.
Greystone the Steakhouse has been the destination for aged meats, fresh seafood,
and delectable pastas for the past decade. All entrees are prepared with the finest
ingredients from the culinary traditions of Europe, America, and the Pacific Rim.
Hours:
Dinner daily
Sun – Thu: 5-10pm
Fri & Sat: 5-11pm
Location/Parking:
658 Fifth Avenue – San Diego – CA 92101
Valet Parking – discount in price with restaurant validation (street parking available
as well)
Blocks from theatre: 6
Reservations:
Please mention San Diego Opera when making your reservations in order to receive
promotion.
(619) 232-0225
Promotion
Groups
*parties of 10 or more dining before attending a San Diego Opera performance
Prix Fixe Menu with 10% off on final tab before tax and gratuity.
*Please mention San Diego Opera when making your reservations in order to receive
promotion.
VIP (Very Important Patrons)
*any size party who mentions San Diego Opera when making reservations
is a VIP
Free Appetizer of the Day (Chef’s selection, not for parties w/
Prix Fixe menus and limited one per table only.)
*Please mention San Diego Opera when making your reservations in order to receive
promotion.
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Le Fontainbleu
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Cuisine/Atmosphere:
Contemporary California Cuisine, perfected. Its blend of contemporary French
cuisine and impeccable service make it the perfect location for friends and family
to dine. Whether you are hosting a family gathering, a private party, celebrating
a special occasion, or having an intimate dinner for two, this is the place to be.
Hours: Daily 5:00pm - 9:00pm
Location/Parking:
1055 Second Ave
San Diego, Ca 92101
Valet Parking entrance on 2nd St. $3 per hour with validation
Blocks from theatre: Only steps away from the Civic Theatre
Reservations:(619) 557-3655
Promotion
Groups
*parties of 10 or more dining before attending a San Diego Opera performance
$40, three course, prix-fixe menu for groups of 10 or more dining from 5p-6:30 pm,
tax and gratuity not included. Reservations only.
VIP (Very Important Patrons)
*any size party who mentions San Diego Opera when making reservations
is a VIP
Enjoy a complimentary glass of wine with the purchase of an entrée…just show your
opera ticket.
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Dobson's Bar & Restaurant
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Cuisine/Atmosphere:
Dobson's Bar and Restaurant is a hidden treasure in the heart of Downtown San Diego/Gaslamp
Quarter. The food is California cuisine with a touch of Italian, French, Spanish
and Asian cuisine. One thing that both local San Diegans and Zagat can agree on
is that this is one of the top restaurants in San Diego. Due to the limited seating
and popularity, reservations are highly recommended.
Hours:
Dinner daily
Mon – Fri: 4:00-11:00pm
Sat: 5-11pm
Sun: Closed
Location/Parking:
956 Broadway Circle – San Diego – CA 92101
Across from the NBC Building
Street parking/ Horton Plaza
Blocks from theatre: 2
Reservations: Please mention San Diego Opera when making your reservations
in order to receive promotion. Paul Dobson – (619) 231-6771
Promotion
Groups
*parties of 10 or more dining before attending a San Diego Opera performance
10% off on final tab before tax and gratuity.
*Please mention San Diego Opera when making your reservations in order to receive
promotion.
VIP (Very Important Patrons)
*any size party who mentions San Diego Opera when making reservations
is a VIP
Free mussel bisque en croûte (with any entrée purchase)
*Please mention San Diego Opera when making your reservations in order to receive
promotion
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Napa Valley Grille
Information
Cuisine/Atmosphere:
Seasonal cuisine from California’s wine region with a menu and chef driven menu.
Sweeping views of the city. Extensive wine list with hard-to-find varietals.
Hours:
Mon - Thu 11am - 9:30pm
Fri - Sat 11am – 10pm
Sun 11am - 9pm
Location/Parking:
502 Horton Plaza, San Diego 92101; Atop Horton Plaza, Level 5. Four hours free parking
with validation.
Blocks from theatre: 2.5
Reservations: (619) 238-5440
Promotion
VIP (Very Important Patrons)
*any size party who mentions San Diego Opera when making reservations
is a VIP
Receive one complimentary Warm Crusted Brie and Roasted Colossal Garlic appetizer.
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Le Grand Cafe
Information
Cuisine/Atmosphere:
Impeccable food and casual dining. Featuring a unique Continental-California menu,
the favorites include the freshest produce, game, seafood —all prepared with simple
flair and presented in a contemporary manner.
Hours:
Lunch – 11:30am to 4:30pm Daily
Dinner – 4:30pm to 9:00pm (last seating) Daily
Location/Parking:
1055 Second Ave
San Diego, Ca 92101
Valet Parking entrance on 2nd St. $3 per hour with validation
Blocks from theatre: Only steps away from the Civic Theatre
Reservations: (619) 557-3650
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La Gran Tapa
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Cuisine/Atmosphere:
Reminiscent of romantic bistros of the late 1800s featuring fine wines, regional
European gourmet and organic tapas, liqueurs and delicious desserts.
Hours:
Lunch Mon - Sat 11:30am - 2pm
Dinner Mon - Wed 4:30pm - 9pm
Dinner Thu - Sat 4:30pm - Midnight
Location/Parking:
611 “B” Street, San Diego 92101
Blocks from theatre: 3
Reservations: (619) 234-8272
Promotion
Groups
*parties of 10 or more dining before attending a San Diego Opera performance
$25 prix fixe tapas menu for groups of ten or more (one glass of wine per person
included), tax and 15% service charge not included, no tips accepted. Requires 24
hour advance reservations online at LaGranTapa.com.
VIP (Very Important Patrons)
*any size party who mentions San Diego Opera when making reservations
is a VIP
$10 tapas special from 4:30PM to 7:00PM, includes glass of wine or beer and two
tapas. Mention San Diego Opera when ordering; Bar service only (includes tax and
service charge, no tips accepted)
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Panda Inn
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Cuisine/Atmosphere:
Gourmet Mandarin cuisine in the tradition of the Chinese art of balancing taste
with texture.
Hours: Mon - Thu 11:00am - 10:00pm
Fri - Sat 11:00am – 10:30 pm
Sun 11:00am – 10:00pm
Location/Parking:
506 Horton Plaza San Diego, Ca 92101 Horton Plaza, Level 5. Four hours free parking
with validation.*Regular parking fees apply beyond the four free (with validation)
hours. You must validate parking previous to 9:00pm.
Blocks from theatre: 2.5
Reservations: (619) 233-7800
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Osetra Watergrill
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Cuisine/Atmosphere:
Osetra Watergrill (formerly known as Osetra the Fish House) has undergone extensive
renovation to become San Diego’s premiere destination for fresh, gourmet seafood,
aged meats, and handmade pastas. When guests walk in the door they are awestruck
by the showcase three-story wine tower which houses our award-winning selection
of wines retrieved by “Wine Angels” flying through the air.
Hours:
Dinner daily
Sun – Thu: 5-10pm
Fri & Sat: 5-11pm
Location/Parking:
904 Fifth Avenue - San Diego – CA 92101
Valet Parking – available across the street non-validated (street parking available
as well)
Blocks from theatre: 4
Reservations:
*Please mention San Diego Opera when making your reservations in order to receive
promotion.
(619) 239-1800
Promotion
Groups
*parties of 10 or more dining before attending a San Diego Opera performance
Prix Fixe Menu with 10% off on final tab before tax and gratuity.
*Please mention San Diego Opera when making your reservations in order to receive
promotion.
VIP (Very Important Patrons)
*any size party who mentions San Diego Opera when making reservations
is a VIP
Free Appetizer of the Day (Chef’s selection, not for parties w/
Prix Fixe menus and limited one per table only.)
*Please mention San Diego Opera when making your reservations in order to receive
promotion.
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Osteria Panevino
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Cuisine/Atmosphere:
Authentic Tuscan cooking and old-world charm has made Osteria Panevino a San Diego
favorite for Italian cuisine in the historic Gaslamp Quarter for over 15 years.
An in-house pastry chef prepares all the breads, pastas, and desserts fresh daily.
Panevino brings the atmosphere of the small trattorias and osterias you find in
the hill towns of Firenze and all around the Tuscan region.
Hours:
Lunch:
Daily – 11am-4pm
Dinner:
Sun-Thu – 5pm – 11pm
Fri & Sat – 5pm - midnight
Location/Parking:
722 Fifth Avenue – San Diego – CA 92101
Valet Parking available – discount in price with validation at the restaurant
Blocks from theatre: 4
Reservations:
*Please mention San Diego Opera when making your reservations in order to receive
promotion.
(619) 595-7959
Promotion
Groups
*parties of 10 or more dining before attending a San Diego Opera performance
Prix Fixe Menu with 10% off on final tab before tax and gratuity.
*Please mention San Diego Opera when making your reservations in order to receive
promotion.
VIP (Very Important Patrons)
*any size party who mentions San Diego Opera when making reservations
is a VIP
Free Appetizer of the Day (Chef’s selection, not for parties w/
Prix Fixe menus and limited one per table only.)
*Please mention San Diego Opera when making your reservations in order to receive
promotion.
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Opera Caffe
Information
Cuisine/Atmosphere:
Authentic Tuscan cuisine. A reputation for excellent cuisine and the freshest of ingredients paired with an elegant yet casually rustic atmosphere are the reasons we are so proud of our new restaurant!
Hours:
Lunch: Mon-Sat 11:00 am to 3:00 pm
Dinner: Mon-Sat 3:00 pm to 10:30 or 11:00 pm
Sun 5:00 pm to 10:30 or 11:00 pm
Location/Parking:
835 4th Ave San Diego, Ca 92101
We suggest parking in the Horton Plaza parking lot. Be sure to get your 3 hours free at a validation station. (regular parking fees apply beyond the 3 hours free)
Blocks from theatre: 3
Reservations: (619)234-6538
For large parties call Kika (619)850-4569
Promotion
Groups
*parties of 10 or more dining before attending a San Diego Opera performance
Customized Pre-Fixe menu with 10% off before tax and gratuity.
VIP (Very Important Patrons)
*any size party who mentions San Diego Opera when making reservations is a VIP
Complimentary house salad or dessert and 10% off entire check before tax and gratuity
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Gaslamp Quarter
San Diego’s Civic Theatre is just a few short blocks from the “Gaslamp Quarter”
– a district alive with diverse restaurants.
Visit their site for addresses and links to a wide variety of restaurants.
Groups
For more information on groups, click here
or call our Group Sales Department at (619) 533-7000
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