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Café 21 – Gaslamp Reviews List

Café 21 – Gaslamp

Cafe21 is a full service eatery - try our always savory, homemade dishes created with fresh, organic produce from local farms. Or cool down after a long day with our farm-to-bar, refreshing infused drinks made with organic vodka. We provide our home made bread sandwiches, fresh organic salads, hearty breakfasts, and wide selection of organic coffees, teas, and much more. Our heart and soul is invested into creating the most satisfying dishes from the finest ingredients straight from the earth.
Stop by and taste what Mother Nature is stirring in our kitchen.
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74 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall 
4.2 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5
(74 Reviews)
Open Ratings Snapshot
Rating Breakdown 74 reviews
5 stars
(30)
4 stars
(34)
3 stars
(8)
2 stars
(1)
1 star
(1)
Food 
4.3 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5
Service 
4.3 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Outstanding) 4 / 5
Noise Level
2.2 / 3
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
  • fit for foodies(46)
  • neighborhood gem(29)
  • great for brunch(24)
  • hot spot(22)
  • good for groups(19)
  • great for lunch(17)
Café 21 – Gaslamp Reviews List
Review 1 for Café 21 – Gaslamp
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great creative foods

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Dined on 5/15/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"terrific food and wonderful service - had a business breakfast meeting with a group - enjoyed it enough to return next day for lunch for another business meeting"
Dined on 5/15/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, hot spot, great for lunch
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Review 2 for Café 21 – Gaslamp
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

TERRIFIC!!

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OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/04/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"This was an unexpected surprise....looking for something near the theatre....The staff was friendly and the food wonderful...My suggestions beet salad and stuffed chicken...."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 3 for Café 21 – Gaslamp
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great food

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Dined on 5/04/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"I usually eat at the cafe 21 on Adams Ave, but this Sat I was went with friends to a play at the Civic Ctr and chose to eat at the Downtown location. I wasnt at all disappointed. The food selection was wonderful. My friends and I enjoyed it tremendously.
There was enough of a selection for everyone and no one was disappointed in their meals. We had a selection of meats, vegetarian dishes and appetizers. All very yummmy.
BTW---The portebello mushroom fires are to die for.
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Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, late-night find, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 4 for Café 21 – Gaslamp
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Delicious sangrias, great

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Delicious sangrias, great happy hour deal on drinks. Tapas are only $5, but are very small. Spinach crepe was delicious. So was squash blossom pizza. One of us liked vegan saute and the other thought it had too much curry. Fun, tasty, lively restaurant overall - one of the best restaurants in the Gaslamp."
Dined on 04/25/2013
 2003
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 5 for Café 21 – Gaslamp
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

What a great place. I have

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"What a great place. I have been to Normal Heights location and enjoy it. Downtown location is great, food was great and the service was great."
Dined on 04/18/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly, hot spot
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Review 6 for Café 21 – Gaslamp
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Need to work on Customer service

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Service was horrible, the host finally asked us if we had even been waited on before our server even noticed. Food was good and atmosphere was nice. Great location downtown. Would come back but need to focus a little more on customer service..."A little goes a long way" and im not that hard to please!"
Dined on 04/12/2013
 2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 7 for Café 21 – Gaslamp
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

This was our third visit to

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"This was our third visit to Cafe 21. We went for dinner with my sister and her family who had come down to visit us from the east coast. All of us loved the food. I was a little disappointed that they were out of my favorite avocado chips and also the fondue. Apart from that, we had a great time together.The food here is excellent!Keep up the great work."
Dined on 04/21/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, kid-friendly
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Review 8 for Café 21 – Gaslamp
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ohh yeahh

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Awesome place for drinks and food!!"
Dined on 04/20/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, hot spot
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Review 9 for Café 21 – Gaslamp
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We happened upon Café 21 over

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"We happened upon Café 21 over a year ago and were so delighted we come back each time we visit San Diego. The menu is always changing and very fresh, drinks creative and plentiful and the wait staff energetic and very knowledgeable! We usually order a large supply of their starters and small bites and share that for dinner. Perfect evening always!"
Dined on 04/20/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, hot spot
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Review 10 for Café 21 – Gaslamp
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The Staff was AMAZING. Such

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The Staff was AMAZING. Such a great experience. We were here with a group of 12 and they could not have paid enough attention to us, were so nice and courteous, and so accommodating! They were amazing and the food was beyond delicious. I recommend the Tiramisu pancakes!!!"
Dined on 04/12/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 11 for Café 21 – Gaslamp
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Cafe 21 is fantastic. The

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Cafe 21 is fantastic. The food is all locally grown, organic, and made to order. It does not disappoint. I tried the prosciutto flatbread and pear salad. Yum!!!"
Dined on 04/13/2013
 2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic
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Review 12 for Café 21 – Gaslamp
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Stick to breakfast.

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We were a bit disappointed at the food and sangria. We tried several glasses of sangria and found them very in-inspired. They just tasted like cheap red wine. Our dish of the Heirloom Tomato Salad was quite good. But the flatbread was badly under cooked. The middle was a soggy mess."
Dined on 04/09/2013
 2008
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Review 13 for Café 21 – Gaslamp
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great food! I had the seafood

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Great food! I had the seafood salad fir lunch with fresh brewed tea. It was amazing! I admit I did have good envy from the people eating breakfast next to me though!"
Dined on 04/09/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 14 for Café 21 – Gaslamp
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great food and service

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"This place was easy to find, had great food and very friendly and courteous service. The server got intimately involved in the selection process when we questioned her about what she'd order if she were us. She gave good recommendations and reasons for why she'd choose what she suggested. Everything was high quality and tasty. Very happy I chose this place. Would definitely recommend."
Dined on 04/05/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 15 for Café 21 – Gaslamp
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Our family enjoyed the dinner

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Our family enjoyed the dinner very much, with two vegetarians, 1 omnivore and 1 vegan. Satisfied all our peculiar taste requirements"
Dined on 03/24/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 16 for Café 21 – Gaslamp
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

2nd time through, this time

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"2nd time through, this time with out of town guests. WOW! GREAT value - high quality, unique and fresh flavors, great service all with affordability. Has to be one of the best in the city."
Dined on 03/23/2013
 2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 17 for Café 21 – Gaslamp
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Go to Chain Restaurants Instead!

Food 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Their stuffed french toast didn't have much flavor. The sangria flight was ok. Their pear pineapple sangria was the best. Was not impressed with any San Diego restaurants. I am going to all chain restaurants next time I visit San Diego."
Dined on 03/23/2013
 2011
Special Features: great for outdoor dining
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Review 18 for Café 21 – Gaslamp
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great Find

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Loved the menu. Loved the Sangria. And while all of that was lovely, the think my guests and I are still raving about is the wonderful service. Everyone was so lovely and helpful that it made the evening a delight!"
Dined on 03/18/2013
 2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, hot spot
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Review 19 for Café 21 – Gaslamp
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The food was amazing. Would

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The food was amazing. Would definitely go back again to try more food on the menu. The sangria flights were a must try."
Dined on 03/21/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, romantic
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Review 20 for Café 21 – Gaslamp
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
Special Features: great for brunch, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 21 for Café 21 – Gaslamp
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Quite a few vegetarian options.

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Quite a few vegetarian options. The sangria flight was bomb."
Dined on 03/13/2013
 2010
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Review 22 for Café 21 – Gaslamp
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

I was traveling for work and

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"I was traveling for work and had dinner here on St. Patrick's Day. The waitstaff is very competent and professional. I had the cauliflower gratin, which is quite a large dish for 1 person, but good. I also had the scallops. The curry sauce with it was excellent. It also comes with mashed potatoes, which are good, but very filling. If they put the scallops on a vegetable, like the the cauliflower, that would be amazing."
Dined on 03/16/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups
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Review 23 for Café 21 – Gaslamp
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Super sangria (6 kinds), extremely

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Super sangria (6 kinds), extremely flavorful and delicious food, very warm service,great wine by the glass and cocktail list. Chairs could be more comfortable. Don't know why it took me so long to try this place after recommendations from friends - it may be the best moderately priced restaurant in the Gaslamp. We can't wait to come back to try more things from the menu."
Dined on 03/09/2013
 2003
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies
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Review 24 for Café 21 – Gaslamp
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Fun and funky atmosphere,

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Fun and funky atmosphere, tasty food."
Dined on 03/09/2013
 2011
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 25 for Café 21 – Gaslamp
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Sangria Sampler!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Good spot!! Try the sangria sampler if u like sangria!!"
Dined on 03/08/2013
 2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 26 for Café 21 – Gaslamp
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great 'In Flight' Service

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"My wife and I were in from out of town. This place was conveniently in the Gaslamp (where we were staying) and easy to find. Our server, CJ, was awesome. He was there when you needed him and no where to be seen when we didn't need him. The food was good with new flavor combinations to me which made it exciting. Not to mention the 6-sangria flight was perfect. We'll be back for sure."
Dined on 03/02/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list
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Review 27 for Café 21 – Gaslamp
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

I love the food! We go to

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"I love the food! We go to their Adams location and tried this place for a change. It was a bit loud, which is my only compliant of their other location.
The only issue we had was that they didn't accept my Synergy card although the Adams street place did! I ended up with a big charge on my credit card I hadn't expected!"
Dined on 03/04/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 28 for Café 21 – Gaslamp
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Quirky spot in the Gaslamp

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Quirky spot in the Gaslamp district with an eclectic menu. Main draw for me - vegan options! Yeah! Everyone was delighted with their choices. Service was attentive. Food took a bit too long to come from the kitchen. Will definitely come back again, tho."
Dined on 03/03/2013
 2008
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Review 29 for Café 21 – Gaslamp
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Been coming to Cafe 21 a lot

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Been coming to Cafe 21 a lot lately as their menu is eclectic and absolutely delicious. Everything is unique and innovative and we've never had a bad meal here. From their breakfast/brunch menu to the dinner menu, you will find everything to suit anyone, even the pickiest eater.
Their pancakes are the best I've ever had and I don't even like pancakes! Dinner, my favorite is the grilled whole sea bass. Their specials of the evening are always worth trying!
We love everything about this place! They have an impressive bar and the sangrias which change every week are definitely worth it!"
Dined on 03/02/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 30 for Café 21 – Gaslamp
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great selection of sangrias!

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Great selection of sangrias! Flight! =)"
Dined on 02/14/2013
 2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 31 for Café 21 – Gaslamp
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Quality and quantity of food

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Quality and quantity of food was spot on.
Sangria bar was fun.
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Dined on 02/15/2013
 2013
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Review 32 for Café 21 – Gaslamp
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great food, and really cool

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Great food, and really cool decor. We really enjoyed our meal there. Services was pretty slow - not that they wait staff wasn't hustling, they just were overwhelmed. It certainly looked like they need to have a couple more people on staff. Same is true for bar staff..15-20 minute lead time on any drink order, even a draft beer."
Dined on 02/16/2013
 2006
Special Features: hot spot
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Review 33 for Café 21 – Gaslamp
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Good food,generous portions,

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Good food,generous portions, and a very friendly staff. The lamb sausage is outrageous! I've been there a few times for both dinner and breakfast and can recommend both"
Dined on 01/31/2013
 2004
Special Features: great for brunch
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Review 34 for Café 21 – Gaslamp
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Love the decor and small touches

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Love the decor and small touches all over the restaurant, this place would thrive just as well in the Bay Area as it does in San Diego. Some of the dishes really push it with accoutrements, but it's all delicious, so I made peace with the fact that I splurged on the calories for brunch. We came back for dinner since we won't be in town again for a while, so the menu is interesting enough (and good enough) for many return visits. The service is outstanding. I'm not sure why everyone is so happy at work, but it's infectious! Everyone we talked to was friendly, funny, and interested in talking, it was really memorable all around."
Dined on 01/27/2013
 2003
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 35 for Café 21 – Gaslamp
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We were celebrating a colleagues

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We were celebrating a colleagues award. I called multiple times to change the reservation from 8 to 12 to 14 to 16 people from 8pm to 9:15pm and then to 8:15pm. I know this was excessive, but each time I called they were friendly helpful and accommodating! We had a diverse group and everyone LOVED their meal and experience!! It was truly an awesome night and really exceeded all our expectations!"
Dined on 01/22/2013
 2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Café 21 – Gaslamp
Based on the average of (39) ratings-only reviews
Overall 
4.1 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5
5 out of 5 recommend this product
Food 
4.2 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5
Service 
4.2 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Outstanding) 4 / 5
Noise Level
2.1 / 3
Energetic