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San Diego: The Prado at Balboa Park

1549 El Prado , Phone: 1-619-557-9441
www.cohnrestaurants.com/restaurants/theprado/
Closing day: Dinner on Mondays

Reviewed by: teaberry from PA, review #3429

When: 2010

Set in beautiful Balboa Park, this gem of a restaurant offers delicious food and ambiance, and good service.

grilled portabello panini with homemade taro chips, photo by teaberry

Four of us enjoyed an alfresco lunch at El Prado's tranquil arbor and vine-covered veranda that overlooks the beautiful Balboa park setting. Service was prompt and attentive. The food - delicious.

We enjoyed fresh and often organic ingredients at reasonable prices, a lovely wine list, and all different sized bites for all appetites. We each sampled from each others' plates: Prado's pressed salad, grilled portabello salad, organic mixed baby greens salad, baby beet salad, balsamic grilled portabello panini sandwich, and grilled skirt steak. There were also very tasty sides, including homemade taro chips, grilled veggie salads, and a yummy broccoli/mandarin orange salad.

Indoor dining is also available, and the space is inviting.

This is an A+ spot to enjoy lunch (or dinner) when visiting Balboa Park. Thanks to Shannon for the spot-on recommendation!

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