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Kensington Grill in San Diego is a three star American restaurant. When you step inside the restaurant, you'll notice a romantic atmosphere. This restaurant is inexpensive. This place features a full bar. This restaurant is good for groups.
4.0 of 5 stars.
I first wrote a review of this place a few months ago but wanted to update. So far I've come here on a Sunday and Wednesday night. Both times it was not crowded. However, I wouldn't call it empty....
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I came here for happy hour on Friday night and sat at the bar. Our first 2 rounds of appetizers were awesome, and the waitress/bartender was great. It was so good, we got 2nd round of mussels....
yelp.com - user review - 05/10/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I got a bellyache when I came here....not 'cause the food was bad, but because it was so good that I ate too fast! I came here to celebrate my anniversary last year, and the food was spectacular. The...
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Best hamburger in SD! Great low-key place that is suitable for a group with disparate food tastes.
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We live within walking distance, so we've been a few times for a nicer (as the prices are a bit higher than our usual haunts) dinner out Really nice atmosphere, and size (rarely too crowded or...
yelp.com - user review - 04/28/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Had a buisiness dinner here. Make sure to eat here when they have restaurant week, and have the Prix Faire menu. Excellent food, atmosphere. service and drinks. We even got a drink named after us...
yelp.com - user review - 04/25/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My folks live in Kensington and they are fans of the few spots that require little to no driving (I wonder why). Kensington Grill serves surprising good cuisine on the cheap. I started with the...
yelp.com - user review - 04/20/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I'll keep this short.1) Undercooked scallops that made me sick. Gross concept food - bacon risotto might SOUND good but when the bacon has a nasty, cloying sauce and the risotto is overcooked to a...
yelp.com - user review - 04/16/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Went there last night in a large group. Our server was prompt, friendly, and able to handle our crowd.The decor is very cool: ultra modern & sheek.Large mirrors on the wall allowed me to people watch...
yelp.com - user review - 04/11/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I wish I could go here more often.....we save it for special occasions. I would give it 4 stars for the price, but the food is so good it's worth all 5.BRUNCH:'Bread and Cie' Cinnamon Roll - chewy...
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3.0 of 5 stars.
It was good, but at this price point for dinner I expect better.Happy hour specials at the bar are a good deal.
yelp.com - user review - 04/04/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I think we just found a new favorite place! We always passed this place up for places with lots of write-ups (like Parallel 33)...we have been mssing out. Just came back from a great meal at...
yelp.com - user review - 04/03/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Pure perfection! I would love to go here every week, to indulge, but it is pricey... I come here at least once every other month to splurge! Very cool neighborhood and very romantic, relaxed ambiance...
yelp.com - user review - 04/01/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Admittedly, we intended on having dinner on a late Wednesday evening at Bleu Boheme, another neighborhood restaurant. After waiting for nearly 20 minutes without anyone acknowledging us (no one took...
yelp.com - user review - 04/01/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Things I know about the Ken Grill:1. The Happy Hour is different every day of the week, but they're all worthwhile. My two favorites are Martini Mondays ($5 Martinis) and Wine Wednesdays (half-off...
yelp.com - user review - 03/24/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Heard so much about this restaurant. Decided to have Sunday brunch, and we were totally pleased! I had the steel cut oatmeal with fresh berries and walnuts....yum! My hubby had the game meatloaf hash...
yelp.com - user review - 03/22/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I went here during restaurant week and I have to admit, I thought it was going to be better. It def could have been what I ordered. I got the braised short rib cannoli as the appetizer and the flank...
yelp.com - user review - 03/16/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
It had been a couple of years since the last time I'd been up to Kensington when a friend suggested we give the Grill a try - nice suggestion! My friend had the wild game meatloaf (comfort food for...
yelp.com - user review - 03/08/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Update to 5 stars - why? Because I really think that this is 5 star food. The menu is realLy creative without being too busy, and the food is always well put together and the ingredients are always...
yelp.com - user review - 03/02/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
the decor is really cute. i love the area where kensington grill is located. the food was just a good. the steak i ordered didn't have too much flavor, and my portion size was rather small. also, the...
yelp.com - user review - 03/02/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I first went to this place with a friend during restaurant week and it was awesome. The food was delicious without a hint pretentiousness from the staff; some of the patrons were a different story....
yelp.com - user review - 02/25/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've been here twice and cannot wait till the next time. Classy atmosphere. The wicker chairs kind of hurt my butt, but the food comforted my numb ass. Everything I've tried has been fantastic,...
yelp.com - user review - 02/24/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Another Restaurant Week casualty. We came here for girls' night and it was kinda all over the place. First, the hostess is a bonehead. I was the first to arrive and when I walked in she just gave...
yelp.com - user review - 02/23/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Yes, I've written a couple of reviews for Ken Grill, but now I can vouch for their brunch as well!A group of 4 of us just had a lovely brunch (no reservations needed) - Ken Grill's great atmosphere...
yelp.com - user review - 02/22/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Okay, so I went back...Sara (the General Manager) emailed me. Her sincerity and friendly attitude was wonderful. She did not beg or promise me the world, but gave me a great sense of "I am really...
yelp.com - user review - 02/21/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Thaaaaaaaaank you, Mr. dark-haired-&-handsome, waiter of mine.Despite the crowd of cackling hags in the corner, you made this visit worthwhile....Sure, you might not have caught me making eyes at you...
yelp.com - user review - 02/19/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love love love their pork sliders. I've only been there during happy hour and I wouldn't try going any other times just cuz the pork sliders are only $7! They have specials on drinks as well......
yelp.com - user review - 02/17/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Had Valentine's Day dinner here with my Valentine James. He picked the restaurant via good old Yelp. I read most of the reviews and they had great things to say so I did come in with somewhat high...
yelp.com - user review - 02/16/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Went here for a birthday dinner with a friend. The highlight was the mac and cheese. When I die, I want to come back as that dish. It was the best I think I've ever had. Other highlights were the...
yelp.com - user review - 02/13/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Excellent food. Really fresh and seasonal with a great ambiance. The halibut is really good!
yelp.com - user review - 02/12/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I am going to have to agree on what Peter had said about the first impression when walking in. Duh you're a frigging hostess host for the love of baby Jesus! Not a word so I say 2 no reservations. She...
yelp.com - user review - 02/09/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Food was delicious. Easy to make a reservation on line. We had the cheese plate to start. very good presentation and taste. The sea bass is the bomb! My boyfriend had the ravioli special and loved...
yelp.com - user review - 02/08/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
They're just the best at the Grill ... the food and service have been excellent in our several visits there over the past few months. Joe and Chantal are always awesome at the bar which is the best...
yelp.com - user review - 01/29/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Can you say Mac'N'Cheese?????Oh my, it was seriously orgasmic, that is the only way I can describe it.Food: mac'n'cheese, mac'n'cheese, mac'ncheese! That is all I got to say. Oh, truffle oil... is...
yelp.com - user review - 01/21/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I love the Kensington Grill because it's walking distance to my house, they have a fantastic wine selection, creative dishes, a nice atmosphere and a friendly staff. You will find it very busy on...
yelp.com - user review - 01/18/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
So far the best choice to try out for RESTURANT WEEK, came here with a group of 4 girls, we all decided to try something different. They got us in right away with our reservation which is awesome! Our...
yelp.com - user review - 01/16/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
So, Kensington Grill was the kickoff of my restaurant week tour this year. My girly-friends and I had reservations for 6 and they were super flexible when that jumped up to 7 ( turned out we were just...
yelp.com - user review - 01/15/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is a great decorated place but a bit dim, the food is great but the price is a bit steep if you are just post-college aged. Try the place during Restaurant Week it is $30 per person then add 20%...
yelp.com - user review - 01/14/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Kensington is a tucked away gem in our city. The area is too cute and the atmosphere is great here. Easy to get to being right off of the 15 freeway, everyone should visit here. Not sure if you want...
yelp.com - user review - 01/14/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I wnt to KG tonight with a friend for Restaurant Week (RW). We had a reservation for 6:15 and they were ready when I got there a few minutes early. The menu was just like on the RW website except...
yelp.com - user review - 01/13/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Nice place. I dont come as often as I should because A ) I'm watching the weight in my wallet and I want it to fatten up.B ) I'm single and this is not a place to take a homie. Its a date place.C) I...
yelp.com - user review - 01/12/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I saw the first Valentine's Day candy display of the season in the grocery store today, which got me to thinking that it'll likely be me, my dog, and a box of Sees on the couch this year, which got me...
yelp.com - user review - 01/12/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Sara the owner of the Kensington grill sent me a message, it is obvious she cares and is deserving of a FAIR review, I will give it another shot and review, thanks Sara!!!!!
yelp.com - user review - 01/11/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I had been wanting to try this place out for awhile and luckily, due to Blue Boheme being closed one night, ended up here by default with friends. I was very impressed. We waited about 30 minutes for...
yelp.com - user review - 01/05/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
This was an impulse after reading a Sunset article on the area of Kensington. It's a cute but there was really nothing there. I was expecting more stores or something. The restaurant was one of the...
yelp.com - user review - 01/05/2009
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The food is fabulous, the staff is attentive and very professional. Ask for a Love Martini. Godiva white chocoloate liquer, Chambord & Vanilla Stolichnaya Vodka. Mmmmmmmmm!
citysearch.com - user review - 01/01/2009
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place deserves 5 starts and nothing less. The menu is affordable. The drinks are great. And the service was above and beyond what I expected. We started with the bruschetta board. You get to...
yelp.com - user review - 12/03/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
The menu looked awesome, but the food was not so great. We did love the bruschetta, especially the grilled portobello ones, but the shrip ceviche had no shrimp in it! It was disapointing. I had the...
yelp.com - user review - 12/02/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I love the ambiance here. It is super cute and it is never that busy. It's a really cute date place and you never have to worry about parking or all that other crap when going to other super trendy...
yelp.com - user review - 11/29/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The food here is pretty good, but it feels a little lifeless to me. I've had some good dishes, namely the braised short ribs. We used to go pretty regularly and had the world's cheesiest waiter almost...
yelp.com - user review - 11/26/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I've been meaning to give this place another shot before I left, so I went on Saturday for dinner with one of my favoritest people in the whole wide world Kaizer (I hope he forgives me for flaking so...
yelp.com - user review - 11/24/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
They've got a good roasted chicken here...We came on a night that they had wine bottle specials...my program manager didn't order any wine despite really loving wine...probably because I wouldn't help...
yelp.com - user review - 11/11/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Oh Kensington Grill, how do I love thee? Let me count the ways...-Hands down, BEST mac n' cheese in town (White Truffled mac n' cheese)- Wine Wednesdays (half-priced bottles over $45)- AMAZING...
yelp.com - user review - 11/09/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
AMA-ZING! I go to Kensington Grill a lot and I think that says a lot. Kensington Grill really does have it all and I can't say that I've ever had anything less than an amazing meal at Kensington...
yelp.com - user review - 11/04/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I want to make it clear that this review is solely about brunch. If this was about dinner, it would be a 3 star review. This place was a 4.5 stars for dinner about two chefs ago. I used to eat here...
yelp.com - user review - 10/29/2008
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I really like this quaint, uptown place, it is a bit pricey but worth it. I had the monkfish and it was to DIE for! Really good service, perfect for a date.
citysearch.com - user review - 10/23/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Food was very yummy (from entree through dessert), prices were reasonable for the quality, and the server was knowledgeable and friendly. Something wasn't right though...and I've been struggling to...
yelp.com - user review - 10/23/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
We went there for my B-day dinner. That experience was a "4". The goat cheese salad w/ strawberries & arugula was terrific. My entree of fish (forget which) with mashed potatoes was o.k. - a tad...
yelp.com - user review - 10/09/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I was surprised at how affordable the menu was. Our server was nice, knowledgeable and made me feel at ease. Something about the decor or maybe the other diners came off as stuffy...I could do without...
yelp.com - user review - 09/30/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Always been a big fan of the SD Urban Kitchen group... which also owns Laurel and Chive. This restaurant never disappoints. I ALWAYS begin with the cathartic fried Calamari appy, which is tossed in...
yelp.com - user review - 09/22/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Food is fine. Bottle of water is a nice touch. Hostess who first greats you, very snobby and unwelcoming. The place is empty and we are asked if we have reservations, we say no. So she looks around...
yelp.com - user review - 09/21/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Have eaten here around 4 times over the past few years, and am never disappointed. A bit expensive, perhaps, but really good food in my opinion.
yelp.com - user review - 09/12/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is where I had my first date with my wife. My sister recommended it. She also loves this place. So I made reservations ahead of time so I can get a great table. This is a great place to take...
yelp.com - user review - 09/08/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
MAC N CHEESE! At Kensington Grill, that's enough to keep me coming back. Last time I went here the server recommended an outstanding draft beer, Lightening. Thank you! It's a new favorite....
yelp.com - user review - 08/29/2008
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After hearing rave reviews, we tried it out. We tried the brunch- it was unpredictable. Skip the seafood papardelle and eggs and potatoes (very salty) but don't miss out on the "cinnamon roll." It's really...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/28/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
So good!! Love the bruchetta and the mac & cheese (with truffle oil!)Kind of on the expensive side but so delicious!!
yelp.com - user review - 08/27/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Used to go here all the time. Over the past couple of years, the food has gone down in quality and up in price. Not a huge fan, but wanna try the sunday brunch. Bring back the Short Ribs, Love me...
yelp.com - user review - 08/26/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
There is a lot of good to say about the Ken Grill, but can also see why some would have issues. The place itself is cozy, inviting and warm, lovely is the word to sum it up. Warm colors decorate the...
yelp.com - user review - 08/23/2008
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There is a lot of good to say about the Ken Grill, but can also see why some would have issues. The place itself is cozy, inviting and warm, lovely is the word to sum it up. Warm colors decorate the place so...
kudzu.com - user review - 08/23/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I fancy myself just a review reader. However, I have been moved by a particular cocktail to write yet another review. I find it amusing that the focus of my reviews is alcohol. I swear I do not...
yelp.com - user review - 08/21/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
From my dinner at KG, the place can be summed up in one word: monochromatic. The food was good, not great, and a bit unimaginative.Our group of four sat outside, which was lovely as expected....
yelp.com - user review - 08/19/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
When I want a guaranteed good experience (service, food, ambiance) I go here!
yelp.com - user review - 08/17/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Kensington Grill is a very solid restaurant. The menu offers a fairly wide variety of dishes just a bit on the pricey side. I have not had a bad one - the calamari appetizer is a must have. The...
yelp.com - user review - 08/15/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Yes, the price is salty but the experience is consistently very good. These guys know what they're doing: excellent food, cool atmosphere, nice staff, local artists on the wall, beautiful bar. I've...
yelp.com - user review - 08/13/2008
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The food is great and the prices aren't too bad. Nice people that work there and it makes the neighborhood much nicer.
kudzu.com - user review - 07/31/2008
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This grill is a pretty cool hangout spot and the prices aren't that bad. Swing by here with a few friends and grab some beers.
kudzu.com - user review - 07/31/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I came here for happy hour with a friend and I really liked it. Their specials consisted of $5 martinis and cheap apps. We had two different types of bruschetta, one had a shrimp ceviche on top of...
yelp.com - user review - 07/28/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love coming here for happy hour. I used to come on Sundays when my favorite bartender Joe worked, but apparently he has a different schedule now. So i try to come in on Wed or Thurs.There is a good...
yelp.com - user review - 07/25/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Went there for the taste of...I was not too impressed. Kind of Ikea like as well.I would maybe go back to check it out again. But, I think there may be better places in the area.
yelp.com - user review - 07/24/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
It's been a long time coming so I hit up the KG last night. Fabulous as always. Their brushcetta boards are great. There are six different types of bruschetta with three different combos. For example:...
yelp.com - user review - 07/23/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
kensington grill has been a dinner favorite for years. so maybe the service isn't always spectacular but the food is consistently delicious. and the martinis? always good.but i'm not here to talk...
yelp.com - user review - 07/21/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
They're doing brunch now, lucky you!The menu is diverse with plentiful breakfast and lunch options (including their awesome burger)Try the curry chicken salad on croissant which comes with a lovely...
yelp.com - user review - 07/21/2008
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Early Bird week night price fixed meals, $25 a person- includes dessert. A wonderful ambiance and they have a small gift store with amazing teas and stuff.
kudzu.com - user review - 07/12/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This place was fantastic! I can't wait to try more. Recommendations brought me in for Happy Hour (I'm more of an appetizers and drinks girl anyway). From 5-7p.m. there are about 5 appetizers and 4...
yelp.com - user review - 07/11/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I was going for 3 1/2, but that's not possible, so I went under rather then over... simply because their hours SUCK. I mean seriously BITE. My lovely honey and I tried to get dinner at 9:30 on a...
yelp.com - user review - 07/11/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
My boyfriend & I came in for Restaurant Week... a time when restaurants can basically get away with serving so-so food and providing crappy service because you're getting a "bargain" meal ($30 is...
yelp.com - user review - 07/10/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
2 words: Bruchetta Boards. We went 2 times in 2 weeks. Both times were great. Perfect date place. Great atmosphere. Good wine list. We had the Bruscheett Boards, Calamari, Seared Ahi, Buffalo Ribyeye...
yelp.com - user review - 06/29/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I have been to KG a few times before, and was never really that impressed with it. It always seemed like a good idea, but when I got there, I could never find anything on the menu that sounded like...
yelp.com - user review - 06/28/2008
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the place here is such a nice place for a dinner away from everything... Kensington is such a nice neighborhood and the grill is a good restaurant
kudzu.com - user review - 06/24/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Is it okay to judge a place by a meal taken during Restaurant Week? On one hand, I feel like it's the time when they need to pull out their stops and shine -- on the other hand it's also a time...
yelp.com - user review - 06/22/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Prom 2003. Yes, that's right, I went to Kens grill for my prom dinner because i love them. I went for the caramelized onion tart, which they stopped making when i went there for my prom dinner. but...
yelp.com - user review - 06/08/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Oldie but goodyGreat food, great service, and great drinks. This is an old stand by for me; it'll never let you down. Kensington Grill has one of the best happy hours with daily drink specials and a...
yelp.com - user review - 06/06/2008
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The Grill Always has Very consistant, excellent food. They serve huge portions. Good value but very busy. Make a reservation. Parking is very difficult.
kudzu.com - user review - 05/29/2008
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The food at Kensington Grill is exceptional! It can be a little pricy, but you get high quality food cooked perfectly. They have good happy hour specials in the bar if price is a concern.
kudzu.com - user review - 05/21/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
The gift shop up front is a little odd, but the chairs are comfy and the macaroni and cheese is excellent (and, apparently, legendary). Apparently my standards have reverted to exactly what they were...
yelp.com - user review - 05/19/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Yummy! We got the calamari to start-it was a nice change of pace from traditional fried calamari. I got one of their specials-ono on soba noodles-so good! My sister got the wild game meatloaf with...
yelp.com - user review - 04/05/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Our first stop during a weekend of drunken birthday revelry. Good thing we ate before our group of 12 hit the bar scene. Because once the smoke cleared and the hangover wore off the following day, I...
yelp.com - user review - 03/19/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I like to eat. And this place filled - no, overfilled my belly. It's now a budda style belly; complete with hard brass like quality. I'm not sure this is something I wanted or not... but I ate well...
yelp.com - user review - 03/17/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Some things are better than others. Calamari is one of the best I've ever had. The Wild Game Meatloaf... daring, rich, surprisingly delicious. Excellent burger. Desserts are nice also.
yelp.com - user review - 03/14/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Best SD service,menu with tasty basics,a few suprises--------------------------------Details:Sea bass - not chilean, said it was local - crispy - enough to feed twoMac&cheese - very heavy on truffle...
yelp.com - user review - 03/10/2008
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Great food, nice service. Little bit too expensive for everyday dinning.
kudzu.com - user review - 02/29/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Husband and I decided to go to Kensington Grill for restaurant week because we wanted something low-key, and comfortable but still nice with plenty of good wine. Thus, we decided on the lovely place...
yelp.com - user review - 01/31/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I finally got to try this place during SD Restaurant Week. Thought it'd be a good time to go. This would for sure be 5 stars IF the desserts were better...Kensington Grill is right near the KENSINGTON...
yelp.com - user review - 01/30/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I guess from reading other yelp reviews for this place, it can be a "HIT OR MISS" - WELL I MISSED! A group of friends and I decided to go to this restaurant for the San Diego Restaurant week for $30...
yelp.com - user review - 01/29/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Nice patio and Garth is a great bartender. The burger is really good, as well as the wine list.
yelp.com - user review - 01/15/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Love love love this place! It's even better when you live right next door! Had dinner here and it was all fantastic! The service was prompt and respectful of our needs. Being seated promptly was a...
yelp.com - user review - 01/09/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
AWESOME FOOD!!!! I took my whole family and all were crazy about the food. Wow, still talking about it. Inside is so-so, but service was good and food was outstanding.........will go back again
yelp.com - user review - 12/31/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I LOVE this place. Although we have rarely made it to the Happy Hour given the popularity of the bar, we aren't really all that upset about sitting down to a more formal dinner. The appetizers we've...
yelp.com - user review - 12/19/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
It's a nice dinner date fancy-ish restaurant. it does, however, have the best mac n' cheese i've tasted at a restaurant. make sure to share this $4 side dish since it's very heavy (but heavenly). also...
yelp.com - user review - 12/01/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Garth, one of their bartenders, is absolutely fantastic. He makes a killer dirty martini, and he'll even fix up wonderful off-the-menu concoctions if you ask nicely. The drinks and happy hour bar...
yelp.com - user review - 11/18/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I was going to resist the urge to write a review on the Kensington Grill because it already has plenty of coverage... however, I realized that my opinion varied slightly from the 4 & 5 stars given to...
yelp.com - user review - 11/16/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is one of my favorite places in town. Their happy hour menu has the best fish tacos with the most flavorful corn salsa, and at a great price. The bartenders are super friendly, and make the...
yelp.com - user review - 10/24/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I don't make my way to this end of the world very often, but I defintely will again to eat here. I went with a friend of mine for her birthday dinner. We were seated promptly (we had reservations) and...
yelp.com - user review - 10/08/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
We are regulars here - and can recommend the Mediterranean green salad , the KG burger, the fresh ravioli, and the sea bass without any hesitation EVER. Service is just right - they are paying...
yelp.com - user review - 10/02/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I love Kensington Grill, not because they have half off bottled wines on Wednesdays, but because the staff is always friendly and the food fabulous!! Their monk-fish is absolutely delicious!!
yelp.com - user review - 08/01/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great addition to Kensington! The bar staff is pretty decent, they know how to make a good martini, they also have a good selection of vodka. Their wine selection wasn't chosen by Eric Asimov of the...
yelp.com - user review - 07/28/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I am all about Happy Hour at the bar (get there early) and love the daily specials. I usually stick with eating off the appetizer menu. As noted in other reviews, the mac and cheese is really good. I...
yelp.com - user review - 07/01/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great place that is single friendly and kid friendly, all at once. We eat here before going to the Ken cinema. Good good and drinks.
yelp.com - user review - 06/25/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This spot has become a fave for my husband and me. It's comfortable yet elegant. I have read the other reviews, and they pretty much cover everything I would have said (only wittier), except for one...
yelp.com - user review - 05/31/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great place to eat! I think they just got a new chef and he has improved on an already great menu! The staff is friendly, accommodating and attentive. The wine list is not too bad, but I prefer to pay...
yelp.com - user review - 05/28/2007
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What a find! I know this restaurants been around for quite some time now, however my wife and I have only recently discovered it being new to San Diego. We have both been to Laurel and Chive and think that...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/19/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
OK The only reason why I'm not giving this place 5 stars is because they took my favorite dish (the hand pulled pasta with chicken and mushrooms) off the menu and replaced it with something not as...
yelp.com - user review - 04/02/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
very rich "comfort food." large portions, nice prix fixe menu. highly recommend the chocolate pot!
yelp.com - user review - 03/27/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is one SD restaurant that knows how to put a dinner together. Aside from the TV near the bar and the odd little store in entryway, this place has some taste and offers several supersatisfying...
yelp.com - user review - 03/09/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is a great restaurant tucked away in Kensington. Perfect for a night out and then to the Ken theater. The food, service and decor are not typical of San Diego restaurants, and that's a good...
yelp.com - user review - 02/13/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
White linens tables, straight wicker chairs, few interior design distractions, large windows to bring in plenty of sunlight as well as watch Adam's Ave foot traffic, comfortable overhead and candle...
yelp.com - user review - 02/12/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Dude, this place is one of the best kept secrets outside of downtown San Diego. Its such an awesome atmosphere and the food felt like it was melting in my mouth.....ok, I know, everyone says that but...
yelp.com - user review - 02/02/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
their mac n cheese is in my top 5. they have a great happy hour but it can get crowded and they wont serve you the happy hour menu at a table, even a table in the bar, hence minus the 1 starbut i...
yelp.com - user review - 02/01/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Once a much simpler place with pool table and locals, Tracy Borkum (who owns Laurel and some other upscale bistros) has recreated Ken Grill into a very cool place. Decked out in retro-60s like...
yelp.com - user review - 01/30/2007
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It opens at 5pm for dinner. Sit at the bar while waiting for your table. Ofcourse make a reservati...
judysbook.com - user review - 01/24/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This is one of my favorite restaurants in San Diego. I especially love the location because although I lived in SD for five years, I just never found myself in Kensington all that often, but I...
yelp.com - user review - 01/12/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
Situated in the quaint/eclectic Kensington; Kensington Grill embodies both of these traits. From the decor to the service to the food and wine selection, I was very impressed with the whole package....
yelp.com - user review - 09/28/2006
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RestaurantsEvery tourist in San Diego is told about the Gaslamp Quarter and Hillcrest. Both areas are wonderful, but for something special that is a local secret, try the Kensington Grill. The Kensington grill...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/03/2005
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Kensington Grill is located in a great pocket of San Diego. Adjacent to the independent Ken theater, it is an excellent restaurant for a dinner and a movie date. The restaurant is beautifully decorated in...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/10/2005
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an inviting neighborhood restaurant with a large selection of nightly specials, great desserts and spunky service. winner of san diego magazine best neighborhood eatery 2004...
opentable.com - user review
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eclectic menu, crisp decor, flawless service...
cityguide.aol.com - user review
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next door to the ken cinema, san diego's coolest movie theater, the kensington grill is a lovely and sophisticated restaurant...
signonsandiego.com - user review
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tracy borkumis kensington grill remains a favorite, not only for neighborhood folks, but for all of san diego. remodeled with a sophisticated foyer-cum-gift shop, waiting for your table has never been this...
gayot.com - user review
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In business since 1995, this award-winning restaurant features rustic American comfort food. A hip neighborhood eatery in the heart of historic Kensington, this sophisticated yet intimate restaurant is just...
opentable.com - user review
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