George's California Modern was recently named in the OAD 2015 U.S. Top 100 Restaurants Poll saying "Located in the heart of La Jolla Village, the combination of solid food and an exceptional view make it the best restaurant between Los Angeles and the Mexican border."
DiningOut San Diego: Flavors of Fall
Executive Pastry Chef, Lori Sauer's swoon-worthy spin on this classic cake is easy to love. Two towers of cake are adorned with citrus segments, raisins macerated in lavender syrup, brown butter dust, and all things carrot. Dig in!
December 17, 2013
George's Facelift Unveiled
You may have noticed our building at 1250 Prospect Street undergoing a major renovation this year. After nine months behind the scaffolding, we're excited to announce that the work is finally complete. The green and red awnings are gone, making way for a modern facade with new George's at the Cove signage.
August 3, 2016
California Modern Voted one of USA's Top 100 Restaurants
George's California Modern was recently named #96 in the Opinionated About Dining (OAD) 2016 U.S. Top 100 Restaurants Poll. The OAD survey, founded in 2008 by former music industry executive Steve Plotnicki, was originally devised as an alternative to the Michelin Guide.
June 8, 2016
George's Ocean Terrace Named Top 100 Outdoor Dining Restaurant in America for 2016
Determined by more than 5 million reviews submitted by verified OpenTable diners over the last year, the 2016 Best Outdoor Dining list honorees each bested more than 20,000 restaurants.
May 31, 2016
Did you see Amanda Cohen's Article on Eater?
New York City chef and restaurant owner Amanda Cohen observes a sense of mistrust that seems to have invaded America's restaurant industry, particularly in the age of social media. Take a look at what she had to say and share your thoughts on the subject.
October 27, 2014
Review: Wild Simplicity at TBL3
"TBL3’s beauty is in its simplicity, there are restaurants in the world that prepare more elaborate cuisine — employing science, trickery, and hordes of unpaid stagiaires — but perfecting the salad, as does George’s with TBL3, is true magic."
June 14, 2014
George's Takes Top Honors in San Diego Magazine's 2014 Best Restaurants Poll
We're excited to announce that George’s was named "Best of the Best" in the Fancy Restaurant category by San Diego Magazine readers this year, as well as awarded for having the “Best Service” in San Diego.
May 24, 2014
Jon Bautista Named Eater Young Guns Semi-Finalist for 2014
Jon Bautista, the new Chef de Cuisine in California Modern, was recently named #4 on Eater National's list of 50 Eater Young Guns Semi-Finalists for 2014, referred to as the "brightest and most promising up-and-coming under-30 talent in the United States' restaurant industry."
May 6, 2014
San Diego Union-Tribune: San Diego's Top 25 Desserts
Executive Pastry Chef, Lori Sauer's infamous doughnuts & dips made the San Diego Union Tribune's "Top 25 Desserts in San Diego" list. See what food writers are saying about these tasty pleasures.
April 10, 2014
