Steal away for a taste of Cuba at San Diego’s coolest Havana cuisine and cocktails spot. Located on 5th Avenue just south of Market Street in the Gaslamp Quarter, Havana 1920 is simultaneously a step into the past and the best of today. With an atmosphere and aesthetic inspired by Prohibition-Era Cuba, stepping through the door is like taking a trip to Hemingway’s haven. Enjoy an authentic menu featuring a full array of courses from tropical ceviche and Cubanos to Havana steak topped with chimichurri alongside Caribbean cocktails starring 150 varieties of Cuban rum, mint, and sugarcane by the pitcher or the glass! Open 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. daily with Happy Hour 2-6 p.m. Monday-Friday and live music on Friday/Saturday nights. havana1920.com
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Behold bold reds, light whites and sweet and dry rosés at this picturesque venue, where “Roots Run Deep.” Modern Moorish architecture and the Shiraz grape as the benchmark varietal combine to honor the Persian ancestry of welcoming owner BJ Fazeli. Dining is enjoyed in a luxurious alfresco setting from a second-floor covered patio overlooking Temecula’s panoramic valley. Savor everything from salads to flatbread from Baba Joon’s Kitchen – the winery’s A-rated Persian-Mediterranean inspired lunch destination. Patrons may also purchase wine flights, a glass or bottle along with their meal. With more than 20 varietals of boutique wines on the menu paired with breathtaking views, the Fazeli experience awes on every level. Perfect venue for unforgettable parties and private events. The winery’s own events coordinator and executive chef can create an extraordinary custom experience for guests. Winery is open daily 10 a.m.-5 p.m. with brunch served 10 a.m.- 3 p.m. every Sat. & Sun. Menus are available online.. Fazeli Cellars Winery