When you want to eat at home, these restaurants in San Diego are the best for takeout.
A selection of nigiri from Azuki Sushi; PHOTO BY SHIHOMI BORILLO
The modern atmosphere of Bankers Hill’s Azuki Sushi draws guests in left and right, but sometimes, you just want to grab a roll to go! Offering pickup orders nightly, Azuki ensures you’re only moments away from black sesame spicy tuna crispy rice, shrimp tempura or a chef’s selection of 12 pieces of sashimi on its takeout menu. Opt to feed the whole family with an omakase or specialty roll platter.
Del Mar and La Jolla's Beeside Balcony exudes elegance from its cuisine to its interiors and stunning upper-level views. If you choose not to dine in with executive chef Christophe Cevasco, consider placing a pick-up order (Del Mar location) and experience fare from braised Spanish octopus to a Mediterranean-style gyro plate.
Sake and ramen always make for a cozy dinner from home. At BESHOCK Ramen, with locations in both the East Village and Carlsbad, take home a soulful bowl of pork, chicken or even vegetarian ramen with housemade noodles, a side of spicy edamame, a roll or two and a bottle of sake (East Village only) to complete the occasion. To place an order for the East Village location, click here. For Carlsbad, click here.
Located in Fashion Valley and Coronado, this hot spot for fresh and modern Mexican food can be ordered online and taken home for an easy weeknight meal or to host an exciting get-together. Grilled Mexican sweet corn, cheese crisps, crunchy taco salads and decadent Tuscon chimichangas will be hits among your group—and don’t forget to order margaritas to go!
From Tuesday to Saturday, fine French fare is available for takeout at Bleu Bohème, so you can indulge in old-school escargot, charcuterie, fresh moule frites and a crunchy baguette from wherever you choose. Grab your to-go order and head out on an evening picnic or dinner à la maison!
Cesarina's wild boar pappardelle; PHOTO BY ARLENE IBARRA
Bring the convivial spirit and Italian trattoria cooking home with you with online pickup ordering from Cesarina. Rich plates of wild boar pappardelle, seafood spaghetti and paccheri vodka scampi keep their integrity from the kitchen to your table. Bottles of wine are also an ordering option for an easy date night at home.
At this family-friendly neighborhood barbecue joint, expect nothing less than slow-roasted, flavor-forward prime brisket, pork burgers, baby back ribs and all the fixings. Executive chef Tim Eylens’ low-and-slow cooking method makes for a mouthwatering meal that everyone in your party will love. Place your online orders here, available for delivery and pick-up.
From early-bird breakfast to happy hour, Joya Kitchen serves delicious quick bites, from acai bowls and burgers to salads and wraps. Order into the office or pick up dinner on the way home. Another efficient option is the ability to order ahead for dine-in, so your favorites are available upon arrival.
With two separate locations in San Diego—one in Fashion Valley and the other in La Jolla’s Westfield UTC—True Food Kitchen offers inventive dishes with an emphasis on healthy eating. True Food features a little bit of everything, such as creamy soups, grass-fed burgers, butternut squash pizza and a wide range of delicious desserts. Place your pickup and delivery orders here.
Thai food is a takeout staple, and luckily, La Jolla has a great spot for pad Thai, chicken satay, curry and more. Order online and bring home plates of authentic Thai cuisine to share with family, friends or just for yourself!
Photography by: SHIHOMI BORILLO
