Madison

"Perhaps better known for its cocktails, this University Heights bar and restaurant also boasts a great selection of natural wine that are all clearly marked on their menu. Get your hands on anything Bichi makes if you can." - Jill Dehnert, Candice Woo

"Madison Locals flock to this restaurant and bar in lively University Heights for innovative cocktails and award-winning design. (The midcentury–inspired design of the 3,000-square-foot space, with an impressive vaulted ceiling and cedar walls decorated with colorful geometric patterns, won an Orchid Award from the San DiegoArchitectural Foundation in 2016.) The Cali-Med menu features simple, well-executed dishes such as a watermelon salad with grilled halloumi cheese and a bone-in pork chop served with broccoli rabe. The bar program shines with a wide selection ofnatural wines and creative cocktails like the Jumping Cholla with mezcal, pineapple, lime, egg-white foam, and Hawaiian black lava salt. Madison’s owner Jeffrey Fink also runs M-Theory Music so the restaurant’s soundtrack is always on point and an artwork strung across the dining room archway is inspired by guitar strings."

"Street-side patio dining is available at Madison on Park, which is offering a Valentine’s Day brunch special from 9:30 a.m. until 2 p.m., while dinner will be served from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. The restaurant recommends making reservations for dine-in, but takeout and delivery will also still be available." - Grace Cassidy

"The cozy neighborhood lounge is currently offering several festive holiday drinks for takeout Tuesday through Sunday from 5pm to 9:30pm. The menu includes staples like the Madison Old Fashioned with 1776 Rye Bourbon, pecan wood smoked maple syrup, and cherry bark vanilla bitters and their take on a Carajillo, made with Licor 43, espresso, and orange peel. Orders can be picked up from the restaurant or placed via Postmates and DoorDash for delivery." - Kelly Bone

"Along with food, Madison on Park added their natural wine list plus cocktails—like their You & Yours London dry gin based Negroni—to their to-go menu. Call ahead for pick up or order delivery through Postmates and DoorDash. Open Tuesday - Sunday." - Kelly Bone