Round out a perfect day visiting SDMA's collections and exhibitions with a casual, yet elegant meal at Waters Café @ SDMA. Located in the outdoor sanctuary of the Museum's Sculpture Court and Garden, Waters Café offers a family friendly eating experience with seating nestled among fine sculptures by Rodin, Miró, Calder, David Smith, and Henry Moore.

First opened at SDMA in summer 2003, the Café is operated by the San Diego-based Waters Fine Catering. Waters is renowned locally for using only the freshest produce and fish, prime meats and free-range poultry, artisan cheese and breads, and organic tree and vine-ripened fruits. They pride themselves on making everything from scratch and all their food is prepared fresh daily.

Diners can choose from a wide selection of menu options that includes gourmet sandwiches and pizzas, fresh soups and salads, specialty pastas, and mouth-watering desserts, with no menu item over $10. Healthy eaters—whether low carb, low fat, or vegetarian—will find plenty of tantalizing options.

Click here to download a PDF file of Waters Café's complete menu, which includes a listing of their special weekend gourmet breakfast offerings and their "pint-sized" menu for kids.

Reservations are not required, but they are accepted for groups of 12 people or more only. Call the café at (619) 237-0675 for more information.

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