As Philippe Beltran explained here, we believe the future of San Diego dining lies in our unique neighborhood districts. 

North Park is a growing community known for vibrant art galleries, boutiques and restaurants. Local dining enthusiasts may first thing of Gaslamp or La Jolla for esteemed restaurants, but North Park has emerged as a staple district for fun dining, inventive spirits and edgy atmosphere. From Urban Solace to Sea Rocket Bistro, Apertivo Italian Tapas, Zensei Sushi and Splash Wine Bar, North Park is home to several restaurants and bars that should be on your radar.

Taste of North Park is your pass to the best of neighborhood dining. On Saturday, October 3, from 1 – 5pm, enjoy tastes and sips from 30 North Park restaurants and bars, while 21 galleries and boutiques show their best style on the urban streets.

Participating restaurants and bars include:
Apertivo Italian Tapas & Wine Bar
Heaven Sent Desserts
Mosaic Wine Bar
Ranchos Mexican and Vegetarian Cuisine
Sea Rocket Bistro
True North Tavern
U-31 Bar & Lounge
Urban Solace Restaurant
Zensei Sushi

Participating galleries and boutiques include:
Disconnected Salon
Kate Ross Boutique
Mesh Boutique
Planet Rooth Studios Gallery
Sharp Studio Gallery

Taste of North Park is on Saturday, October 3 from 1-5pm. Discover 30 restaurants and bars and 21 galleries and boutiques with your all-access Taste pass. Tickets are $30 in advance and $35 day of event. For tickets, details and a complete list of participating North Park businesses, visit TasteNorthPark.com.

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