Candelas Restaurant, San Diego

For tasty Mexican fare, San Diego's Candelas is hard to top. You won't find any low-fat fare here, though, so leave some room to indulge. Candelas also offers a full bar with a variety of beers, wine, and cocktails to complement your meal.

Weekends can get packed, so take advantage of the bar's reservations. No need to put on airs for a trip to Candelas — the dress code and ambience at this bar are totally laid-back. Love the food so much you want to serve it at your next soiree? No problem — Candelas offers catering.

You can easily find street parking near Candelas or pull up curbside and make use of the valet service.

A night out here can be a bit pricey, so prepare to shell out a bit more. Visa, Mastercard, Discover, and American Express are all accepted. The bar serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner, but it's the dinner menu that really draws the crowds.