What to order at Mister A's

Must order
The Dover sole boned tableside; the Caesar for two with white anchovies.
Signature dishes
Tableside Caesar, Dover sole, Tomahawk steak
Editor tip
Reserve a window booth at sunset; planes from the airport tip directly toward the room during the descent.
CuisineModern American
Price$$$$
NeighborhoodBankers Hill
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Address: 2550 Fifth Avenue, 12th Floor, San Diego, CA 92103

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