Redknife,
For steak, I like Terra in Hillcrest. Ordr the filet with the Argentinian Chimichurri. I also like California Cuisine. Especially their duck. Otherwise, you have a lot of good recommendations here to work with.

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...But, really, Mexican food is the best thing to get in San Diego. Ask around to find out what the current faves are, but for a quick, and very no-frills fix, El Indio on India Street (near the airport) is incredible, and less, um, earthy than what you'll find further south.

Good luck!

14 years here and I still haven't found decent Mexican food. El Indio is a good example with what's wrong here--the locals think it's fantastic.

You live in San Diego and haven't found decent Mexican food??? You either don't like Mexican food, or you haven't been looking. El Indio isn't the be all and end all, but it's easy to find, and is always fresh and tasty.

Went to Tucson last month. Ate at a little place on 4th (?) near the campus. Blue away anything here. Even the rice and beans were special.

I will admit that the only other place in the U.S. that rivals Lo. Cal Mexican food is Tucson. Are you talking about Mi Nidito? Mi Nidito has become somewhat of a tourist destination, but even the locals rave about the food there. I spent a week working in Tucson a few years ago, and ate there at least once a day, as it's better than what I can get in Indy.

If you feel like slumming a little, I recommend The Butcher Shop @ 556 Broadway, in Chula Vista.
Kind of a poor-man's Morton's, with an old-time bordello feel. Hey, the steaks are great, and corkage was only $5 last time I was there. And they apologized about that.

SD-Wineaux
I thank you for your kind invitation to join your off-line. Unfortunately I'll be tied up in a bunch of meetings. I hope that I can get a break to try one of the many places recommended here.
Thanks.

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A while back Tim Fish posed a similar question (can't locate the thread anymore) which helped lead to his article. I can't fault Board-O's suggestions, although perhaps I don't know enough to take things all the way to *shudder*. And I'm assuming for steaks you want to avoid the usual chain restaurants like Ruth's Chris and Donovan's.

If you're going to be in town though Sunday afternoon, you might consider joining us for an off-line.

One of the best San Diego restaurants is:

Bertrand at Mister A's
Address: 2550 Fifth Avenue - 12th Floor, San Diego, CA 92105
Telephone: (619) 239-1377
Take the elevator to the top floor and feel as if you are top of the world. You will be amazed at the panoramic city views at this romantic San Diego restaurant. The outdoor balcony wraps around 3 sides of the building. The casual elegance, gourmet food, and great service lets you relax and concentrate on each other.

Dinner entrees range from $26 to $45 and do not include soup or salad. They do offer less expensive patio dining. Another option is to enjoy a cocktail at the bar.

For more recommendations on San Diego restaurants go to: http://www.sandiego-romantics.com/romantic-san-diego-restaurants.html