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  A wedding rehearsal dinner is a truly special occasion. The traditional meal paid for by the family of the groom is a time for two soon-to-be-joined families to sit down, get to know each other, and enjoy some great food. For couples looking to tie the knot in San Diego, there are plenty of options for unforgettable rehearsal dinners. They can choose locations ranging from formal sit-downs at some of the city's finest eateries to more informal family-style meals at beachfront restaurants just steps from the sand. Here are some ideas for rehearsal dinners in San Diego.
  
  

Bertrand at Mr. A's

• Frequently voted as one of San Diego's top restaurants, Bertrand at Mr. A's boasts sweeping downtown skyline views and a menu of modern American cuisine with French and Mediterranean influences. Rehearsal dinner groups of less than 40 or more than 40 guests can choose from specially prepared three-course menus.
  
  2550 5th Ave.
  San Diego, CA 92103
  619-239-1377
  bertrandatmisteras.com
  
  

George's at the Cove

• Set along the picturesque coastline of La Jolla, George's at the Cove offers classic California cuisine in a classically Southern California setting. Rehearsal dinner hosts can choose from the entire dining room, which can hold up to 193 people, the Ocean View Room (up to 114 people), or opt for more intimate gatherings in the Pacific Room (up to 18 guests) or the Village Room (up to 23 guests).
  
  1250 Prospect St.
  La Jolla, CA 92037
  858-454-4244
  georgesatthecove.com
  
  

Brigantine

• The Shelter Island location in the Point Loma section of San Diego is a local and tourist favorite for fresh seafood, steaks, and famous fish tacos served in a dressy casual dining room with nautical decor. The Brig, as it's called by San Diegans, is popular for special occasion celebrations, making it a good setting for a rehearsal dinner. The views of San Diego Bay and the harbor area serve as a perfect backdrop for the evening.
  
  2725 Shelter Island Drive
  San Diego, CA 92106
  619-224-2871
  Brigantine.com
  
  

Hotel del Coronado

• This grand Victorian hotel on the beach in Coronado is a true San Diego landmark, built in 1888 and host to countless wedding ceremonies, receptions, high school proms and other special occasions through the years. The Del has several restaurants and dining rooms on the spacious property, but the elegant oceanfront 1500 Ocean is most often chosen for rehearsal dinners.
  
  1500 Orange Ave.
  Coronado, CA 92118
  800-468-3533
  Hoteldel.com