30 Best Restaurants in Chula Vista

Are you looking for a good Italian restaurant in your area? Searching for an ideal spot to dine with friends and family? You'll find the top restaurants in Chula Vista, CA on this page. To help you find the best restaurants located near you in Chula Vista, we put together our own list Top Restaurants in Chula Vista, California, as recommended by experts & visitors.

Chula Vista’s Best Restaurants:

The top rated restaurants in Chula Vista, CA are:

Mmm...Cakes – Located at 310 3rd Ave Suite C4, rated 4.9 by 55 people
The Balboa South – Located at 290 3rd Ave, rated 4.7 by 227 people
Italianissimo Trattoria – Located at 323 3rd Ave, rated 4.6 by 833 people
Italgo Pasta Bar – Located at 635 Broadway, rated 4.6 by 486 people
San Diego Kabob Shack – Located at 200 Broadway, rated 4.6 by 162 people
El Cruce + 241 – Located at 241 3rd Ave c, rated 4.6 by 152 people
Frutas 100% Natural – Located at 616 Broadway, rated 4.5 by 1,170 people
El Pollo Grill - Bonita – Located at 3041 Bonita Rd Ste 105, rated 4.5 by 943 people
Pho Vinh Vietnamese Noodle House – Located at 349 Broadway, rated 4.5 by 309 people
Yingli Restaurant Chula Vista – Located at 1660 Broadway, rated 4.5 by 308 people
Jochi Resto Grill – Located at 289 E Orange Ave, rated 4.5 by 299 people
Mrs Rice's Oriental Restaurant – Located at 1355 Broadway J, rated 4.5 by 107 people
Danny Boy's Mexican Brunch – Located at 664 E St, rated 4.5 by 101 people
Ahan Lao – Located at 212 Broadway Suite 1, rated 4.5 by 65 people
Taquería Revolución – Located at 3001 Bonita Rd, rated 4.4 by 1,399 people
Talavera Azul – Located at 365 3rd Ave, rated 4.4 by 1,267 people
Kanpai Restaurant – Located at 301 Palomar St, rated 4.4 by 559 people
Los Cuates Seafood and Bar – Located at 217 3rd Ave, rated 4.4 by 424 people
Panda Imperial Restaurant – Located at 1208 3rd Ave, rated 4.4 by 415 people
Mexipino Craft – Located at 1660 Broadway #14, rated 4.4 by 201 people
Roberto's Taco Shop – Located at 444 Broadway, rated 4.3 by 1,896 people
Chili's Grill & Bar – Located at 800 Paseo del Rey, rated 4.3 by 1,888 people
Galley At the Marina – Located at 550 Marina Pkwy, rated 4.3 by 1,628 people
La Quinta Grill Restaurante – Located at 625 E St, rated 4.3 by 1,175 people
Canada Steak Burger – Located at 409 Telegraph Canyon Rd, rated 4.3 by 874 people
Vanessa Deli – Located at 600 F St #F, rated 4.3 by 515 people
TJ Oyster Bar – Located at 601 E Palomar St, rated 4.3 by 210 people
Taquería El Poblano – Located at 1655 Broadway, rated 4.3 by 32 people
Applebee's Grill + Bar – Located at 610 Palomar St, rated 4.2 by 1,488 people
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21. Roberto's Taco Shop

Veteran Chain For Casual Mexican Eats

Enduring counter-serve chain restaurant with a menu of down-home Mexican plates. Roberto's Taco Shop, the 1st restaurant in our best restaurants list, received a score of 4.3 from 1,896 reviews. This Mexican restaurant is located at 444 Broadway and is currently open.

Products/Services:Mexican restaurant, Fast food restaurant and Restaurant

REVIEWS:

86% like it (1896 votes)

Roberto's Taco Shop location:

Address: 444 Broadway Chula Vista, CA 91910 United States Map, Directions
Phone: 619-425-0444
Website: Visit Website

OPENING HOURS:

Roberto's Taco Shop open since 00:00. It will close at 24:00

Day	Hours
Monday	00:00-24:00
Tuesday	00:00-24:00
Wednesday	00:00-24:00
Thursday	00:00-24:00
Friday	00:00-24:00
Saturday	00:00-24:00
Sunday	00:00-24:00

FEATURES:

Ambience:

✓ Casual

Amenities:

✓ Toilets
✓ Good for kids

Accepted Payments:

✓ NFC mobile payments

Favored for:

✓ Dinner
✓ Solo dining
✓ Lunch
✓ Breakfast

Highlights:

✓ Fast service

Offerings:

✓ Comfort food
✓ Late-night food
✓ Small plates
✓ Quick bite

Options for dining:

✓ Dinner
✓ Lunch
✓ Breakfast

Service possibilities:

x Delivery
✓ Takeaway
✓ Dine-in
✓ Outdoor seating
✓ Drive-through

Kind of Crowd:

✓ Groups
✓ Tourists
✓ University students

Accessibility:

✓ Wheelchair-accessible car park
✓ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
✓ Wheelchair-accessible seating
✓ Wheelchair-accessible toilet

22. Chili's Grill & Bar

Lively Chain For Tex-Mex & American Eats

Family-friendly chain serving classic Tex-Mex & American fare in a Southwestern-style setting. Chili's Grill & Bar, the 2nd restaurant in our best restaurants list, received a score of 4.3 from 1,888 reviews. This Tex-Mex restaurant is located at 800 Paseo del Rey and is currently open.

Products/Services:Tex-Mex restaurant, American restaurant, Bar, Bar & grill, Family restaurant, Hamburger restaurant, Mexican restaurant and Restaurant

REVIEWS:

86% like it (1888 votes)

Chili's Grill & Bar location:

Address: 800 Paseo del Rey Chula Vista, CA 91910 United States Map, Directions
Phone: 619-656-2910
Website: Visit Website

OPENING HOURS:

Chili's Grill & Bar open since 11:00. It will close at 22:00

Day	Hours
Monday	11:00-22:00
Tuesday	11:00-22:00
Wednesday	11:00-22:00
Thursday	11:00-22:00
Friday	11:00-23:00
Saturday	11:00-23:00
Sunday	11:00-22:00

FEATURES:

Ambience:

✓ Cosy
✓ Casual

Amenities:

✓ Bar on site
✓ High chairs
✓ Toilets
✓ Good for kids

Accepted Payments:

✓ Debit cards
✓ NFC mobile payments

Favored for:

✓ Dinner
✓ Lunch
✓ Solo dining

Highlights:

✓ Great dessert
✓ Great cocktails
✓ Fast service
✓ Sport

Offerings:

✓ Alcohol
✓ Beer
✓ Cocktails
✓ Coffee
✓ Comfort food
✓ Late-night food
✓ Spirits
✓ Happy-hour drinks
✓ Happy-hour food
✓ Healthy options
✓ Kids' menu
✓ Small plates
✓ Quick bite

Options for dining:

✓ Dinner
✓ Dessert
✓ Lunch
✓ Catering
✓ Seating

Plan your visit:

✓ Usually a wait
✓ Accepts reservations

Service possibilities:

✓ Kerbside pickup
✓ Delivery
✓ Takeaway
✓ Dine-in
✓ Drive-through

Kind of Crowd:

✓ Groups
✓ Tourists
✓ Family friendly
✓ LGBTQ+ friendly
✓ University students

Accessibility:

✓ Wheelchair-accessible car park
✓ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
✓ Wheelchair-accessible seating
✓ Wheelchair-accessible toilet

23. Galley At The Marina

Festive Bayside Spot For Seafood & Music

Eatery/bar with bayside patio has seafood, fish 'n' chips, pasta, happy hour, live music & dancing. Galley At The Marina, the 3rd restaurant in our best restaurants list, received a score of 4.3 from 1,628 reviews. This Restaurant is located at 550 Marina Pkwy and is currently open.

Products/Services:Restaurant, American restaurant, Bar, Bar & grill, Breakfast restaurant, Hamburger restaurant and Live music venue

REVIEWS:

86% like it (1628 votes)

Galley At the Marina location:

Address: 550 Marina Pkwy Chula Vista, CA 91910 United States Map, Directions
Phone: 619-422-5714
Website: Visit Website

OPENING HOURS:

Galley At The Marina open since 11:00. It will close at 21:00

Day	Hours
Monday	11:00-21:00
Tuesday	11:00-21:00
Wednesday	11:00-21:00
Thursday	11:00-21:00
Friday	11:00-00:00
Saturday	09:00-00:00
Sunday	09:00-22:00

FEATURES:

Ambience:

✓ Cosy
✓ Casual

Amenities:

✓ Bar on site
✓ High chairs
✓ Toilets
✓ Good for kids

Accepted Payments:

✓ Debit cards

Favored for:

✓ Breakfast
✓ Dinner
✓ Lunch
✓ Solo dining

Highlights:

✓ Great coffee
✓ Great dessert
✓ Live music
✓ Great cocktails
✓ Sport
✓ Fireplace
✓ Great beer selection
✓ Great wine list

Offerings:

✓ Alcohol
✓ Beer
✓ Cocktails
✓ Coffee
✓ Comfort food
✓ Late-night food
✓ Spirits
✓ Wine
✓ Happy-hour drinks
✓ Happy-hour food
✓ Healthy options
✓ Kids' menu
✓ Small plates
✓ Quick bite

Options for dining:

✓ Dinner
✓ Dessert
✓ Lunch
✓ Brunch
✓ Breakfast

Plan your visit:

✓ Accepts reservations
✓ Dinner reservations recommended

Service possibilities:

✓ Delivery
✓ Takeaway
✓ Dine-in
✓ Outdoor seating

Kind of Crowd:

✓ Groups
✓ Tourists
✓ Family friendly
✓ LGBTQ+ friendly

Accessibility:

✓ Wheelchair-accessible car park
✓ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
✓ Wheelchair-accessible seating
✓ Wheelchair-accessible toilet

24. La Quinta Grill Restaurante

Mexican Fare & Margaritas In Casual Digs

Roomy Mexican restaurant & bar with familiar dishes & margaritas, plus occasional mariachi music. La Quinta Grill Restaurante, the 4th restaurant in our best restaurants list, received a score of 4.3 from 1,175 reviews. This Tex-Mex restaurant is located at 625 E St and is currently open.

Products/Services:Tex-Mex restaurant, Mexican restaurant and Restaurant

REVIEWS:

86% like it (1175 votes)

La Quinta Grill Restaurante location:

Address: 625 E St Chula Vista, CA 91910 United States Map, Directions
Phone: 619-476-7610
Website: Visit Website

OPENING HOURS:

La Quinta Grill Restaurante open since 08:00. It will close at 02:00

Day	Hours
Monday	08:00-00:00
Tuesday	08:00-00:00
Wednesday	08:00-02:00
Thursday	08:00-02:00
Friday	08:00-02:00
Saturday	08:00-02:00
Sunday	08:00-02:00

FEATURES:

Ambience:

✓ Cosy
✓ Casual

Amenities:

✓ Bar on site
✓ High chairs
✓ Toilets
✓ Good for kids

Accepted Payments:

✓ NFC mobile payments

Favored for:

✓ Dinner
✓ Lunch
✓ Solo dining

Highlights:

✓ Great dessert
✓ Live music
✓ Sport

Offerings:

✓ Alcohol
✓ Beer
✓ Cocktails
✓ Coffee
✓ Comfort food
✓ Late-night food
✓ Happy-hour drinks
✓ Happy-hour food
✓ Healthy options
✓ Kids' menu
✓ Small plates
✓ Quick bite

Options for dining:

✓ Dinner
✓ Dessert
✓ Lunch
✓ Brunch
✓ Breakfast

Plan your visit:

✓ Accepts reservations

Service possibilities:

✓ Delivery
✓ Takeaway
✓ Dine-in

Kind of Crowd:

✓ Groups
✓ Tourists
✓ Family friendly

Accessibility:

✓ Wheelchair-accessible car park
✓ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
✓ Wheelchair-accessible seating
✓ Wheelchair-accessible toilet

25. Canada Steak Burger

Simple, Family-Run American Grill

American grill offering made-to-order hamburgers, kebabs & sandwiches in a no-frills space. Canada Steak Burger, the 5th restaurant in our best restaurants list, received a score of 4.3 from 874 reviews. This Hamburger restaurant is located at 409 Telegraph Canyon Rd and is currently open.

Products/Services:Hamburger restaurant, American restaurant, Fast food restaurant, Greek restaurant and Restaurant

REVIEWS:

86% like it (874 votes)

Canada Steak Burger location:

Address: 409 Telegraph Canyon Rd Chula Vista, CA 91910 United States Map, Directions
Phone: 619-420-1300
Website: Visit Website

OPENING HOURS:

Canada Steak Burger open since 10:00. It will close at 22:00

Day	Hours
Monday	10:00-22:00
Tuesday	10:00-22:00
Wednesday	10:00-22:00
Thursday	10:00-22:00
Friday	10:00-23:00
Saturday	10:00-23:00
Sunday	10:00-22:00

FEATURES:

Ambience:

✓ Casual

Amenities:

✓ High chairs
✓ Toilets
✓ Good for kids

Accepted Payments:

✓ NFC mobile payments

Favored for:

✓ Dinner
✓ Solo dining
✓ Lunch

Offerings:

✓ Comfort food
✓ Late-night food
✓ Kids' menu
✓ Small plates
✓ Quick bite

Options for dining:

✓ Dinner
✓ Dessert
✓ Lunch

Service possibilities:

✓ No-contact delivery
✓ Delivery
✓ Takeaway
✓ Dine-in

Kind of Crowd:

✓ Groups
✓ Tourists
✓ University students

Accessibility:

✓ Wheelchair-accessible car park
✓ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
✓ Wheelchair-accessible seating
✓ Wheelchair-accessible toilet

26. Vanessa Deli

Sixth Best Restaurant in Chula Vista

Vanessa Deli, the 6th restaurant in our best restaurants list, received a score of 4.3 from 515 reviews. This Restaurant is located at 600 F St #F and is currently open.

Products/Services:Restaurant and Mexican restaurant

REVIEWS:

86% like it (515 votes)

Vanessa Deli location:

Address: 600 F St #F Chula Vista, CA 91910 United States Map, Directions
Phone: 619-585-8102
Website: Visit Website

OPENING HOURS:

Vanessa Deli open since 09:00. It will close at 19:00

Day	Hours
Monday	09:00-19:00
Tuesday	09:00-19:00
Wednesday	09:00-19:00
Thursday	09:00-19:00
Friday	09:00-19:00
Saturday	09:00-19:00
Sunday	09:00-18:00

FEATURES:

Ambience:

✓ Cosy
✓ Casual

Amenities:

✓ Good for kids

Accepted Payments:

✓ NFC mobile payments

Favored for:

✓ Dinner
✓ Solo dining
✓ Lunch
✓ Breakfast

Offerings:

✓ Coffee
✓ Comfort food
✓ Healthy options
✓ Small plates
✓ Quick bite

Options for dining:

✓ Dinner
✓ Dessert
✓ Lunch
✓ Breakfast

Service possibilities:

✓ Delivery
✓ Takeaway
✓ Dine-in

Kind of Crowd:

✓ Groups

Accessibility:

✓ Wheelchair-accessible car park
✓ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
✓ Wheelchair-accessible seating

27. TJ Oyster Bar

Seventh Best Restaurant in Chula Vista

Tj Oyster Bar, the 7th restaurant in our best restaurants list, received a score of 4.3 from 210 reviews. This Seafood restaurant is located at 601 E Palomar St and is currently open.

Products/Services:Seafood restaurant, Oyster bar restaurant, Restaurant and Taco restaurant

REVIEWS:

86% like it (210 votes)

TJ Oyster Bar location:

Address: 601 E Palomar St Chula Vista, CA 91911 United States Map, Directions
Phone: 619-421-4787
Website: Visit Website

OPENING HOURS:

Tj Oyster Bar open since 11:00. It will close at 21:00

Day	Hours
Monday	11:00-21:00
Tuesday	11:00-21:00
Wednesday	11:00-21:00
Thursday	11:00-21:00
Friday	11:00-21:00
Saturday	11:00-21:00
Sunday	11:00-19:00

FEATURES:

Ambience:

✓ Cosy
✓ Casual

Amenities:

✓ High chairs
✓ Toilets
✓ Good for kids

Accepted Payments:

✓ NFC mobile payments

Favored for:

✓ Dinner
✓ Solo dining
✓ Lunch

Highlights:

✓ Fast service

Offerings:

✓ Comfort food
✓ Happy-hour food
✓ Healthy options
✓ Kids' menu
✓ Small plates
✓ Quick bite

Options for dining:

✓ Dinner
✓ Lunch

Service possibilities:

✓ No-contact delivery
✓ Delivery
✓ Takeaway
✓ Dine-in
✓ Outdoor seating

Kind of Crowd:

✓ Groups
✓ University students

Accessibility:

✓ Wheelchair-accessible car park
✓ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
✓ Wheelchair-accessible seating
✓ Wheelchair-accessible toilet

28. Taquería El Poblano

Eighth Best Restaurant in Chula Vista

Taquería El Poblano, the 8th restaurant in our best restaurants list, received a score of 4.3 from 32 reviews. This Restaurant is located at 1655 Broadway and is currently open.

Products/Services:Restaurant

REVIEWS:

86% like it (32 votes)

Taquería El Poblano location:

Address: 1655 Broadway Chula Vista, CA 91911 United States Map, Directions
Phone: 619-500-5803

OPENING HOURS:

Taquería El Poblano open since 10:00. It will close at 21:00

Day	Hours
Monday	10:00-21:00
Tuesday	10:00-21:00
Wednesday	10:00-21:00
Thursday	10:00-21:00
Friday	09:00-22:00
Saturday	09:00-22:00
Sunday	09:00-21:00

FEATURES:

Ambience:

✓ Casual

Amenities:

✓ Bar on site
✓ High chairs
✓ Toilets
✓ Good for kids
✓ Gender-neutral toilets

Accepted Payments:

✓ Debit cards
✓ NFC mobile payments
✓ Cash only

Favored for:

✓ Dinner
✓ Solo dining
✓ Lunch

Highlights:

✓ Rooftop seating

Offerings:

✓ Comfort food
✓ Small plates
✓ Quick bite

Options for dining:

✓ Dinner
✓ Lunch
✓ Brunch
✓ Breakfast

Service possibilities:

✓ Delivery
✓ Takeaway
✓ Dine-in
✓ Outdoor seating

Kind of Crowd:

✓ Groups
✓ Family friendly

Accessibility:

✓ Wheelchair-accessible car park
✓ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
✓ Wheelchair-accessible seating
✓ Wheelchair-accessible toilet

29. Applebee's Grill + Bar

Casual American Bar & Grill Chain

Full-service chain bar & grill providing hearty American eats in an informal setting. Applebee's Grill + Bar, the 9th restaurant in our best restaurants list, received a score of 4.2 from 1,488 reviews. This Restaurant is located at 610 Palomar St and is currently open.

Products/Services:Restaurant, American restaurant, Bar & grill, Diner, Family restaurant, Hamburger restaurant, Steak house and Traditional American restaurant

REVIEWS:

84% like it (1488 votes)

Applebee's Grill + Bar location:

Address: 610 Palomar St Chula Vista, CA 91911 United States Map, Directions
Phone: 619-585-4753
Website: Visit Website

OPENING HOURS:

Applebee's Grill + Bar open since 11:00. It will close at 00:00

Day	Hours
Monday	11:00-00:00
Tuesday	11:00-00:00
Wednesday	11:00-00:00
Thursday	11:00-00:00
Friday	11:00-01:00
Saturday	11:00-01:00
Sunday	11:00-00:00

FEATURES:

Ambience:

✓ Cosy
✓ Casual

Amenities:

✓ Bar on site
✓ High chairs
✓ Toilets
✓ Good for kids

Accepted Payments:

✓ Debit cards

Favored for:

✓ Dinner
✓ Lunch
✓ Solo dining

Highlights:

✓ Great coffee
✓ Great dessert
✓ Great cocktails
✓ Sport
✓ Great beer selection
✓ Great wine list

Offerings:

✓ Alcohol
✓ Beer
✓ Coffee
✓ Comfort food
✓ Late-night food
✓ Spirits
✓ Vegetarian options
✓ Wine
✓ Happy-hour food
✓ Healthy options
✓ Kids' menu
✓ Small plates
✓ Organic dishes
✓ Quick bite

Options for dining:

✓ Dinner
✓ Dessert
✓ Lunch
✓ Catering
✓ Seating
✓ Brunch

Plan your visit:

✓ Accepts reservations

Service possibilities:

✓ Kerbside pickup
✓ Delivery
✓ Takeaway
✓ Dine-in
✓ Drive-through

Kind of Crowd:

✓ Groups
✓ Tourists
✓ Family friendly
✓ LGBTQ+ friendly
✓ University students
✓ Transgender safe space

Accessibility:

✓ Wheelchair-accessible car park
✓ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
✓ Wheelchair-accessible seating
✓ Wheelchair-accessible toilet

Restaurants in Chula Vista, CA (30) Thai restaurants in Chula Vista, CA (4)

Roberto's Taco Shop 1 Chili's Grill & Bar 2 Galley At the Marina 3 La Quinta Grill Restaurante 4 Canada Steak Burger 5 Vanessa Deli 6 TJ Oyster Bar 7 Taquería El Poblano 8 Applebee's Grill + Bar 9 Next Page (10/30)

30 Best Restaurants in Chula Vista

Chula Vista’s Best Restaurants:

21. Roberto's Taco Shop

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28. Taquería El Poblano

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29. Applebee's Grill + Bar

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