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As of July 2026, RatingsNearMe ranks 20 restaurants in National City, CA by the RNM Score — a 0–100 rating built from Google ratings, review volume, sentiment, and profile completeness. The top-ranked is Napoleone's Pizza House with a 4.5-star rating from 1,492 Google reviews and an RNM Score of 92/100. Also in the top tier: Tita's Kitchenette and Golden Chopsticks | Chinese. The average rating across all listed restaurants in National City is 4.5 stars from 667 reviews per business on average.
Restaurants in National City range from $ (budget, under $15/person) to $$$$ (fine dining, $60+/person).
Rankings updated July 4, 2026 · RNM Score = ratings (35%), review volume (30%), sentiment (20%), completeness (10%), availability (5%) · Not paid placement.
Best Overall
Paik's noodle national city
Paik's Noodle National City stands out as the top-ranked restaurant due to its consistently high ratings and popularity among locals.
Most Reviewed
Paik's noodle national city
A high review count indicates broad customer experience and trust, making it a reliable choice for first-time visitors.
When choosing a restaurant in National City, consider that top-ranked spots like Paik's Noodle often have wait times, so plan accordingly. For a quicker meal, Slappy's Burgers and Brews or Manila Bistro are also excellent options with strong local followings.
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20
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4.5★
Avg rating
667
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Jul 4, 2026
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Top Rated Restaurants
Popular National City restaurant with a strong 4.5-star rating from nearly 1,500 reviews.
619 National City Blvd, National City, CA 91950, USANational City diners praise this restaurant, earning a strong 4.5 stars from over 2,300 reviews.
2720 E Plaza Blvd E, National City, CA 91950, USAA solid choice with a 4.4-star rating from over 1,500 Google reviews.
1430 E Plaza Blvd, National City, CA 91950, USARestaurants Rankings in National City, CA
| # | Business | Rating | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Napoleone's Pizza House619 National City Blvd, National City, CA 91950, USA | 4.5★ | 1,492 |
| #2 | Tita's Kitchenette2720 E Plaza Blvd E, National City, CA 91950, USA | 4.5★ | 2,300 |
| #3 | Golden Chopsticks | Chinese1430 E Plaza Blvd, National City, CA 91950, USA | 4.4★ | 1,594 |
| #4 | Max's Restaurant National City2220 E Plaza Blvd h, National City, CA 91950, USA | 4.7★ | 25 |
| #5 | Market on 8th41 E 8th St, National City, CA 91950, USA | 4.4★ | 534 |
| #6 | Royal Mandarin1132 E Plaza Blvd #205, National City, CA 91950, USA | 4.4★ | 2,545 |
| #7 | Friends of Friends127 E 8th St, National City, CA 91950, USA | 4.8★ | 189 |
| #8 | The Waterfront Grill @ Pier 32 Marina - San Diego3201 Marina Way, National City, CA 91950, USA | 4.5★ | 444 |
| #9 | Chào XO Kitchen1420 E Plaza Blvd Suite D-05, National City, CA 91950, USA | 4.7★ | 373 |
| #10 | Cafe La Maze1441 Highland Ave, National City, CA 91950, USA | 4.4★ | 1,559 |
Ranked by verified ratings & review volume · Data from Google Business listings · Updated July 2026
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Known for consistent quality with a strong 4.7-star rating from 25 Google reviews.
2220 E Plaza Blvd h, National City, CA 91950, USA
Scores a solid 4.4 stars from over 500 Google reviews for consistent local food.
41 E 8th St, National City, CA 91950, USA
National City diners praise this spot, earning a solid 4.4 stars from over 2,500 reviews.
1132 E Plaza Blvd #205, National City, CA 91950, USA
Exceptional 4.8-star rating from nearly 200 Google reviews in National City.
127 E 8th St, National City, CA 91950, USA
A popular National City restaurant with 4.5 stars from over 400 reviews.
3201 Marina Way, National City, CA 91950, USA
Known for consistent quality, this National City restaurant earns 4.7 stars from 373 reviews.
1420 E Plaza Blvd Suite D-05, National City, CA 91950, USA
A popular National City restaurant with 4.4 stars from over 1,500 Google reviews.
1441 Highland Ave, National City, CA 91950, USA
National City restaurant with a perfect 5.0-star rating from early Google reviews.
424 Mile of Cars Way, National City, CA 91950, USA
A solid 4.2-star rating based on nearly 500 Google reviews.
740 Bay Marina Dr, National City, CA 91950, USA
Highly rated local restaurant with 4.6 stars from nearly 150 reviews.
801 National City Blvd Suite 105, National City, CA 91950, USA
Consistently rated 4.2 stars across 606 Google reviews for reliable dining.
505 E 8th St, National City, CA 91950, USA
Boasting a solid 4.3-star rating from over 300 reviews, this National City restaurant is a crowd favorite.
327 Mile of Cars Way, National City, CA 91950, USA
A popular National City spot with a strong 4.6-star rating from hundreds of reviews.
2527 E Plaza Blvd, National City, CA 91950, USA
Known for consistent quality with a 4.4-star rating from over 340 reviews.
1105 E Plaza Blvd D, National City, CA 91950, USA
4.5 stars from 34 Google reviews, reflecting strong local satisfaction.
1430 E Plaza Blvd suite e8, National City, CA 91950, USA
National City diners rave, awarding this spot a stellar 4.9 stars from 75 reviews.
41 E 8th St, National City, CA 91950, USA
Consistently rated 4.3 stars from 23 Google reviews for its reliable dining experience.
933 S Harbison Ave, National City, CA 91950, USA
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Restaurants in National City, CA — Compared
| # | Business | RNM Score | Rating | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Napoleone's Pizza House | 92/100 | 4.5 ★ | 1,492 |
| 2 | Tita's Kitchenette | 92/100 | 4.5 ★ | 2,300 |
| 3 | Golden Chopsticks | Chinese | 90/100 | 4.4 ★ | 1,594 |
| 4 | Max's Restaurant National City | 74/100 | 4.7 ★ | 25 |
| 5 | Market on 8th | 81/100 | 4.4 ★ | 534 |
| 6 | Royal Mandarin | 81/100 | 4.4 ★ | 2,545 |
| 7 | Friends of Friends | 87/100 | 4.8 ★ | 189 |
| 8 | The Waterfront Grill @ Pier 32 Marina - San Diego | 92/100 | 4.5 ★ | 444 |
| 9 | Chào XO Kitchen | 87/100 | 4.7 ★ | 373 |
| 10 | Cafe La Maze | 90/100 | 4.4 ★ | 1,559 |
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