Hidden inside San Diego's Hilton Garden Inn, this is a place that allows its clientele to chill out for those precious few moments during a meal in a comfortable ambience with a personal touch. Bistro 39, in the expert hands of Chef Larry DiFolco, serves a quick and delicious meal without much ado. Settle back and enjoy a lunch that leaves you fortified for the rest of the day. Or cap a busy day with a relaxed dinner.

The lunch menu offers a selection of sandwiches, pizzas and salads. Try the pastrami, turkey panini or pulled pork sandwiches. Alternately, sample the California pizza or the pear and arugula or ahi tuna salads. Of course, going for in house specials like vegetable gumbo or penne caprese may be the best bet. Appetizers and entrees include tenderloin skewer, pizaetta, calamari, pork chop, sea bass and scallops. Don't miss out on the excellent desserts, chocolate hazelnut cake, fresh fruit tart or passionfruit cheesecake.

Connoisseurs can take advantage of offers like the three course dinner with wine pairing or special events such as wine tasting and the wine maker's dinner. Bistro 39 offers happy hour specials during the week.