Casual Californian fare & drinks served indoors or on an outdoor deck at the San Diego Zoo. Based on 681 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.2 stars. Price $$
✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Takeout ✔️ No delivery
Address:
2920 Zoo Dr, San Diego, CA 92101
Phone: (619) 685-3200
Hours
| Friday | 11 AM–7 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–8 PM |
| Sunday | 10 AM–8 PM |
| Monday
(Labor Day)
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11 AM–7 PM
Hours might differ
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| Tuesday | 11 AM–7 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM–7 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM–7 PM |
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Reviews
Bernice Olaes
Gorgeous tucked away restaurant at the World Famous San Diego Zoo. We came on a Friday morning and were able to get a reservation right at opening. We were seated inside and ordered the steak, fries, and tomato basil soup. Our server, Madison was not only kind but so attentive! She was quick to bring anything extra that we needed and definitely enhanced our experience with her service. The soup was AMAZING. I asked for the salmon to be more medium rare than well done and the chef(s) cooked it to perfection! The veggies were soft and cauliflower puree was so delicious I had to ask for more!
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Amy Kay
Lovely place to eat while visiting this Zoo! We came on a Thursday and there was no wait. Love how they made this restaurant inside the habitat that used to belong to Albert . We sat outside by the waterfall which made for a beautiful experience! The wait staff was amazing by accommodating our order. We shared a tomato bisque and the chicken sandwich which was plenty for my husband and I. The nice waitress had the kitchen split both of them to serve us our own. Everything was delicious, everyone was kind, and the atmosphere was memorable. Oh, and do order from their signature cocktails! Their vodka strawberry lemonade and their Tequila cucumber drinks were great
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Felicia Millen
Enjoy sitting in the patio, while a lovely breeze and beautiful waterfall create a relaxing atmosphere for you. The only sit down restaurant in the park. Great food, fast & friendly service. You can call ahead for reservations, handicap accessible too… Elevator available close by.
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Andrew de Bernardo
Only sit down option at San Diego Zoo. Arrived at 315pm reservation and not busy. Was an unusually hot day in San Diego and the waterfall next to our table had a calming and cooling effect. Food was fine, nothing particularly memorable (although one of the kids had the chicken wings and they were tender and had a nice but not overwhelming heat). Service was top notch. No need to go out of your way, but it was enjoyable.
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Emerald C.
We ordered cheesy garlic bread as an appetizer and got their salmon, chicken burger, and chicken Cesar salad. Although we waited about 25 minutes, it was definitely worth it. The food was good and service was great., a bit in the pricy side, but don’t compromise on good taste. We sat outside where there was a waterfall.
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Stephen Weessies
You really need reservations here if you don’t want to wait hours. The food is good but not a ton of options. Kids menu seemed good for kids but the flavors were more for grownups. The quesadillas were made with corn and fried crispy something most kids aren’t as adjusted to. Service was also a little hard to get as they seem to be running low on staff and overworking them. Poor employees looked like they were working hard but just not enough help.
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Christian Lund
This was a very nice place to eat. The staff is much friendlier and more attentive here than at other food locations in the zoo. The waterfall out back provides a lovely ambiance whilst dining on some tasty food. I would recommend this restaurant because you get better food, better service, and a nice air conditioned environment. And if you have a souvenir sipper they’ll refill it there for free if you have the receipt! Excellent experience!
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Laura Saffron
Great place inside the San Diego zoo, romantic and fun. Food is mediocre. Salmon was overcooked, steak undercooked, wedge salad was soggy, brussel sprouts too sweet.
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Maxwell Myers
Stellar. Quality of the food is excellent which is a relief for the price you pay. Service was awesome as well. Everything we got was on par with quality we would find at Disneyland restaurants. If you’re willing to spend about $50/person with drinks, I’d hit this up.
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Emily “Nikki” Brown
This place is a hidden gem in the San Diego zoo! Every time I’ve been they’ve had something new and fun on the menu. Highly recommend the chicken sandwich (their fries are amazing) and the brussel sprouts.
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