Born & Raised

This place is sexy! So we decided to just come for a few cocktails and we were served by the great “antiMixologist” Chris! He was a gem, great personality and a very very good bartender! Even though it was busy, he stayed attentive to us and made sure to check that we liked our cocktails. We were able to try the Christmas menus “Santa’s Little Helper” which was like a Christmas version of an old fashion and the “Naughty List” which was a Christmas version of an Espresso Martini. We also asked him to make some “Chris Cocktails” and he made us a couple special holiday gifts! Go see him and definitely go see this place, the upstairs bar is waiting for you 😉

I recently dined at this extraordinary steakhouse, and I must say it was an unforgettable experience. The quality of the food was impeccable - every bite was a delight. The staff's dedication to providing exceptional service was evident throughout the meal. The atmosphere was both awesome and adorable, making it the ideal setting for any special occasion. I can't wait to return!

Upscale Steakhouse restaurant in the heart of little Italy. We were downstairs in the main restaurant which is beautifully decorated and low light levels give it an intimate atmosphere but it does get noisy. The other option is the roof top area with views of the City. The Steak Diane was cooked table side and was delicious as was the 8 oz fillet. The mashed potatoes, green beans and mushrooms were tasty sides but got cold quickly. They should look at warmers to help keep everything hot. We also had a shrimp cocktail and snails served on bone marrow. We had a complimentary macaroon for our anniversary which was delicious and highly recommended. All in all a delicious meal and a pleasant experience. Note however that this place is expensive. With tip and a glass of wine each, the bill for 2 was $320.00 which is too much for us to visit again any time soon.

Overall good experience. Had to wait 11 minutes past our reservation time. Tomahawk steak was served raw with an overdone sear that almost was burnt. Seemed like it was rushed to get to the table. The waiter and other drink fillers were nice and helpful. We might be back. The interior decoration and classy/modern vibe is inviting and really sets the mood.

Everything was top notch! Staff were friendly, decor was stylish and clean, drinks were tasty, and the food? Excellent. We started with Jamón Iberico and Burgundy snails and both were so flavorful. This Jamón was the real deal. For the main course, I had a ribeye and my partner had the melt in your mouth Japanese wagu. We shared sides of dirty hash browns and mushrooms, which were prepared in a Parmesan sauce I could not get enough of. And since the weather was great, we sat up top and enjoyed all this delicious food in the open air. I'd be hard pressed to think of a more lovely way to enjoy the evening!

This was the best “fancy” meal I’ve had. My fiancée had been saying that she wanted to try Born and Raised in Little Italy so I made surprise reservations for her birthday. We got the steak, Mac and cheese, broccoli, and some espresso martinis. Everything they brought us was delicious and made to perfection! I had never had an espresso martini and I was impressed. The food was cooked to perfection and everything tasted so good. The ambiance is dark so be advised if you are hard of sight. There’s cute ambiance lighting at each table that can be adjusted but the vide is definitely on the romantic side. The decor looks like many of the other places in San Diego with the retro styling and dark lighting. Apparently the owners own several other big names in SD so this makes sense. Overall if you are looking for a nice place to eat for a special occasion, I think Born and Raised fits the bill. I can’t wait to come back.

It is perfect for a special occasion, wether it’s a date night or a night out with friends and/or family. The staff new we were celebrating a birthday and they delivered a hand written birthday card for the one having her birthday. The food is amazing, and the service is so nice and the food comes out quickly. The terrace is also very nice for drinks

The steak sampler was great! Meat was perfectly cooked and without heavy sauces, instead with just salt. It complemented the carefully cooked steaks. The sides were also amazing, mushrooms are a must! The table side steak tartare is great, the house made chips were a bit stale cause we went on the day of the hurricane, but I'm sure they're usually great. We got a complementary macaron as the desert as we were there celebrating our 10 year anniversary.