
chive talking - View this location on map ![]() 'the gaslamp quarter is lined with restaurants, many of which are drowning in neon and sardined full of rowdy tourists and college students. for a more refined dining experience, go to chive (619-232-4483), one of three chic restaurants, including laurel and kensington grill, owned by the locally renowned tracy borkum. inside this minimal gray room, chive serves warm edamame instead of a bread basket, and dishes like hawaiian sunfish with wild mushroom egg rolls ($26) or savory pork chops with white cheddar and pancetta bread pudding ($24). not so hungry? there's also a grazing menu with snacks like feta fries ($5) and duck nachos ($8).'' New York Times 558 fourth avenue, San Diego, CA Restaurant |