Courtesy BANKERS HILL BAR + Restaurant
There?s nothing I love more than finding tasty neighborhood nooks?eateries that, although ensconced in community digs somewhat off the beaten path, are making a notable impact on the local culinary scene nonetheless. One such San Diego locale is BANKERS HILL BAR + Restaurant. While near the city?s famed Gaslamp District, this restaurant sits on the corner of 4th and Ivy duly detached from deep downtown commotion.
While this lively eatery is decidedly unpretentious and unfussy, also giving patrons much bang for the buck, make no mistake that the chef-driven cuisine here is ?craft America cooking? at its finest. Classic favorites are gratifyingly reimagined with a gourmet spin courtesy of Executive Chef Carl Schroeder?a three-time James Beard Award semi-finalist. His ever-changing menu focuses on dishes showcasing locally-sourced products, ?inspired? vegetables and fresh seafood. Inventive craft cocktails, carefully curated wines and local craft beers aptly round out the epicurean experience. The indoor/outdoor layout and industrial-chic vibe are draws all their own. Interestingly, BANKERS HILL is the casual neighborhood counterpart to MARKET Restaurant + Bar in Del Mar, California just a short drive northward. With MARKET having consistently been ranked among the top restaurants in San Diego, earning numerous awards and honors in the process, it?s no surprise this derivative dining spot is on point. Success is also anticipated given Che...