Urbanist Guide


Burgers, Sandwiches & Salads

BAREBACK GRILL 624 E St
This surf and rugby-themed sports bar gets our vote for best downtown burger. "Lunch bucket" = burger, fries, beer $11!
BURGER LOUNGE 4116 Adams Avenue
Tasty, fast burgers in a trendy setting? It's like In-N-Out for modern city folks, minus the drive-thru.
HODADS 945 Broadway Ave
The biggest, messiest burger in town. Perfect for a pre ballgame dinner and brew, watch out for the line. Try the Blue Jay.
INFLUX 1948 Broadway
Artists, lawyers, and all in between flock to this mod café for delicious breakfast/lunch and freshly baked treats.
MONA LISA 2061 India S
The deli here was voted best lunch in SD by URBANIST interviewees. Go with the prosciutto sandwich.
O'BROTHERS 188 Horton Plaza
Veg, vegan, and carnivores unite under 100% organic burgers stacked with California farmers’ finest.
STATION TAVERN 2204 Fern St.
Conductor, please stop at Station for juicy burgers, tater tots, craft brews, a full bar and outdoor, family friendly seating.