First, let me say that I have never experienced the problems with service that some people have mentioned. We are "locals" from the Coronado neighborhood, so we are here at least once a week and we have visited at various times of the day. The one time service was slower than usual, our waiter apologized without us having to ask questions and he gave us a discount - nice touch.
As for the food, I am a big fan of the salads, especially the veggie salad, which is not the typical bowl of cold romaine lettuce with hunks of tomato and red onion. This one has enough ingredients to make it a satisfying meal. It is not cheap, but I couldn't make it at home for any less, considering everything that is in it.
A local's tip - go for happy hour and order a martini. The pomegranate with cinnamon is dangerously good, especially for the 4 bucks at happy hour. Add in a side of tempura green beans and you are good to go until dinner time.