Leave Of Absence, Rooftop restaurant in downtown San Diego, United States.
Leave Of Absence is a rooftop restaurant in downtown San Diego with open views across the city. The menu features American cuisine including wood-fired pizzas, cocktails with global recipes, and fresh salads in an open dining setting.
The restaurant opened in 2025 and continues San Diego's tradition of creating modern dining venues with open outdoor spaces and contemporary American food.
The place reflects San Diego's preference for outdoor dining where wood-fire cooking techniques and global flavors come together. Diners can watch as local ingredients are prepared in an open setting, showcasing the city's diverse food culture.
The venue has extended hours and offers valet parking for guests. Its location near the 5th Street Blue Line Trolley makes it easy to reach by public transit.
The outdoor space features an open firepit that creates warmth during evening meals. Special pizza variations like the one with roasted pineapple and applewood-smoked bacon are made only here.
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