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insideOUT

4.7 (3396)
$31 to $50
Californian
1642 University Ave, Suite 100, San Diego, CA 92103

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insideOUT

4.7
$31 to $50
Californian
Hillcrest

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 94 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
STRICTLY 18+ VENUE.
We are thrilled to invite you to experience the return of Spring Oasis, an immersive dining event running from March 4th through May 31st at InsideOUT!
Step into a breathtaking transformation of our restaurant, where you'll find yourself beneath a canopy of life-size, lush cherry blossom trees. Our space has been completely reimagined to capture the ethereal beauty of a spring garden, offering a truly stunning and unique atmosphere for your next meal.
The experience extends far beyond the decor. Executive Chef has meticulously crafted a new menu, featuring inspired culinary creations that celebrate the fresh flavors of the season. Each dish is designed to be a vibrant counterpart to the blooming ambiance.To perfectly complement your dining journey, our mixologists have created an array of amazing themed cocktails, each designed to fit the serene, vibrant vibe of the Spring Oasis. Sip on refreshing, artfully prepared drinks as you soak in the beauty around you.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Californian, Mediterranean, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00–15:00 Bar Tue–Thu 16:00–22:30 Fri 16:00–00:00 Sat 10:00–23:45 Dinner Tue–Thu 16:00–21:30 Fri 16:00–22:00 Sat 17:00–22:00
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Johnny Duran
  • Private party facilities
    insideOUT® features unique indoor and outdoor semi-private event spaces, as well as a full venue buyout option. It all starts with an idea! Let our Private Events Manager, Christine Kerns, elevate it for you. Please contact christine@insideoutsd.com for more details and walk-throughs.
  • Area
    Hillcrest
  • Cross street
    Centre Street
  • Parking Details
    Street Parking
  • Public transport
    https://accesshillcrest.com/
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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    If you haven’t had the chance to check out the Holiday Oasis at @insideoutsd it’s not too late! The fabulous decor and nightly snowfall happens now through January 6, so head over for some craft cocktails, delicious food and incredible holiday experience. 📍 1642 University Ave #100 San Diego _ — _ _ _ _ _ _ _ #sandiegoliving #sandiegorestaurants #holidayseason #sandiego #hillcrest #stayhungry #letseat

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Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at insideOUT.

4.7

4.7
(3396)
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.4Value

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Review summary

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InsideOUT offers a whimsical dining experience with "fantastic service" and "delicious food." The decor is described as "magical," creating a vibrant, enchanting atmosphere perfect for any celebration. Guests rave about the creative cocktails and attentive staff. While parking can be challenging, the overall experience is "memorable" and highly recommended.
3,396 Reviews
  1. William

    San Diego2 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was just okay. The ambience is incredible. Service was good.

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  2. Donald Gold

    San Diego3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great setting/decor. Service excellent. Food was very good. A bit of a limited menu though.

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  3. Melissa

    Orange County2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a magical experience this place was! Amazing food, great service and beautiful decor! Highly recommend!

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  4. Sanaia

    San Francisco Bay Area3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 31 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved the whole experience and the food was really good I got the chilaquiles and it was delicious

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  5. Oscar

    San Diego1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 31 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Whimsical and better than I imagined. Definitely a once upon a time opportunity

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  6. Jackie Gold

    San Diego19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 31 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was great! Just as advertised. It would have been neat to see Halloween fall decorations before Christmas goes up on November 1.

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  7. Carey Gold

    San Diego8 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 30 October 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved this place. Food was fantastic. I will return

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  8. marshall Gold

    San Diego9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 30 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    our server was fantastic. Had good dining information, didn't hover but provided quick service. The birthday slice of cake was nice too as well as the extra drink

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  9. Randa

    San Diego2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 30 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything about our dining experience was AMAZING! This was a special way to celebrate a friend's milestone birthday!

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  10. Markee Gold

    San Diego19 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 29 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience our server and host were so nice and friendly. Food drinks are always good here as well. I love their alice wonderful fanstasy land vibe 🍄💫✨

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Californian, Mediterranean, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00–15:00 Bar Tue–Thu 16:00–22:30 Fri 16:00–00:00 Sat 10:00–23:45 Dinner Tue–Thu 16:00–21:30 Fri 16:00–22:00 Sat 17:00–22:00
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Johnny Duran
  • Private party facilities
    insideOUT® features unique indoor and outdoor semi-private event spaces, as well as a full venue buyout option. It all starts with an idea! Let our Private Events Manager, Christine Kerns, elevate it for you. Please contact christine@insideoutsd.com for more details and walk-throughs.
  • Area
    Hillcrest
  • Cross street
    Centre Street
  • Parking Details
    Street Parking
  • Public transport
    https://accesshillcrest.com/
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

Weekend brunch is the highlight, insideOUT serves brunch Saturday and Sunday from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm, and guests repeatedly praise the brunch vibe and dishes.

Yes, insideOUT allows private parties, and guests frequently book the space for birthdays and group celebrations.

Yes, insideOUT’s cherry‑blossom patio and immersive decor make it a popular choice for anniversaries and romantic evenings, with multiple guests describing anniversary and date‑night visits.

InsideOUT feels like a whimsical urban oasis, seasonal cherry-blossom canopies, a central pond and water features, layered seating nooks, and immersive themed light shows create a dramatic, photo-ready setting with lively music.

Smart casual is the guide at insideOUT, polished but relaxed attire works well, and many guests mention dressing up a touch for anniversaries and special celebrations.

insideOUT really shines at weekend brunch, Saturday or Sunday mornings into early afternoon, guests repeatedly praise the brunch atmosphere, seasonal decor, and more approachable brunch pricing.

Yes, families and children are commonly welcomed here; guests report bringing kids for birthdays and family dinners, and staff frequently accommodate celebratory family visits.

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4.7
$31 to $50
Californian
Hillcrest

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 94 times today
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