San Diego Gay Restaurants

On top of its active nightlife, gay San Diego is host to an assortment of popular LGBT-friendly restaurants. With its proximity to the border and ocean, the city serves some of the country’s best authentic Mexican grub, as well as fresh seafood. Visitors will also be delighted to find traditional Italian cuisine in the Little Italy neighborhood.



Fiesta Cantina surprises visitors with some of the biggest and most colorful Margaritas they’ve ever seen. This beachy joint serves tasty Mexican food with a lively atmosphere and – like it’s sister restaurant in Los Angeles – has incredibly handsome waiters.



For filing late-night snacks and sinful bar food, Urban MO’s Bar and Grill is the city’s best. The restaurant is festive and buzzes all night long with a full bar, heavy with tequilas and an energetic dance floor. During the day the venue offers free shuttle service to another restaurant under the same ownership called Gossip Grill. It focuses on classic American comfort food but elevates the experience with whimsical cocktails served by an efficient staff. The lip sync nights are great for those looking for a show while they dine and drink.



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When it’s time for Sunday brunch, make sure to beat the line at Snooze A.M, an eatery that dishes up creative twists on your favorite breakfast classics. The upscale diner has the best morning cocktails, Benedicts, and innovative sweets, like red velvet pancakes.



San Diego has hundreds of breweries, but only one is completely gay-run. Hillcrest Brewery compliments their flights of beer from blonde ales to dark porters (and everything in between) with simple bites that make the brewery a popular jaunt for those that prefer hops to cocktails.

Martinis Above Fourth pours 9oz Martinis that will leave you weak at the knees. The supper club also offers an assortment of cabaret shows that will entertain you while you feast on the extensive menu of mixed bistros.



Finally, when it’s time for dessert, head to Babycakes for gourmet cupcakes, tarts, and cheesecakes. The venue also has a sweet sampling of cocktails for the perfect nightcap!