Best of Ranch & Coast 2025

Look no further — this extensive list is your resource for San Diego’s leaders across a vast array of categories as selected by those who know it best: Ranch & Coast readers. Whether it’s food, fashion, a kids camp, or a kitchen designer you seek (and so much more), consider this a collection of our community’s best and brightest.

Best of Dining | Best of Diversions & Culture | Best of Family & Finance | Best of Fashion & Beauty | Best of Health | Best of Home | Best of People & Philanthropy | Best of Travel

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Readers’ Choice & Editors’ Pick, Fine Dining: A.R. Valentien
A.R. Valentien at The Lodge at Torrey Pines dazzles guests as one of Southern California’s premier fine dining destinations. Executive Chef Kelli Crosson presents seasonal menus celebrating California’s bounty, highlighted by a monthly Chef’s Tasting Menu and beloved classics such as the Liberty Farms Duck. Enhanced kitchen facilities and a thoughtfully curated, California-focused wine program led by Advanced Sommelier Schuyler Munroe further elevate the experience. Set against sweeping ocean and golf course views, A.R. Valentien embodies refined culinary artistry and timeless hospitality.