Guidebook for San Diego
Food Scene
When you're looking for a quick bite, this place has delicious grilled cheese sandwiches.
9 residents recomanen
Cheesy Express
3219 Mission BlvdWhen you're looking for a quick bite, this place has delicious grilled cheese sandwiches.
Mizu
850 W Mission Bay DrQuaint little local sushi place. Check out the Mission Bay Roll.
Sushi and cocktails right on the boardwalk, does it get any better than that?
119 residents recomanen
Cannonball
3105 Ocean Front WalkSushi and cocktails right on the boardwalk, does it get any better than that?
This pizza place is right around the corner and makes a decent pie.
10 residents recomanen
Capri Pizza and Grill
2909 Mission BlvdThis pizza place is right around the corner and makes a decent pie.
Don't leave without trying Sara's amazing Carne Asada Burrito.
25 residents recomanen
Sara's Mexican Food
2907 Mission BoulevardDon't leave without trying Sara's amazing Carne Asada Burrito.
Home of the best fish tacos in San Diego and close by i Pacific Beach.
323 residents recomanen
Oscars Mexican Seafood
703 Turquoise StHome of the best fish tacos in San Diego and close by i Pacific Beach.
Home of the best hamburger in San Diego and only a short drive south in Ocean Beach,
291 residents recomanen
Hodad's
5010 Newport AveHome of the best hamburger in San Diego and only a short drive south in Ocean Beach,
World Famous
711 Pacific Beach DrGreat breakfast and brunch spot right on the boardwalk.
The best sushi in San Diego and maybe California. But be sure to get reservations weeks in advance because this place fills up fast!
146 residents recomanen
Sushi Ota
4529 Mission Bay DrThe best sushi in San Diego and maybe California. But be sure to get reservations weeks in advance because this place fills up fast!
Trust is our favorite restaurant in San Diego, hands down. It serves American Fusion fare and amazing cocktails and is also an unbelievable brunch spot.
63 residents recomanen
Trust
3752 Park BlvdTrust is our favorite restaurant in San Diego, hands down. It serves American Fusion fare and amazing cocktails and is also an unbelievable brunch spot.
Plumeria is the best vegetarian/vegan restaurant in San Diego and also one of the top Thai restaurants.
98 residents recomanen
Plumeria Vegetarian Restaurant
4661 Park BlvdPlumeria is the best vegetarian/vegan restaurant in San Diego and also one of the top Thai restaurants.
This delicious Thai restaurant focuses of fresh and local seafood. It's a secret spot among locals and never disappoints.
20 residents recomanen
Chi Extraordinary Kitchen
2789 Adams AveThis delicious Thai restaurant focuses of fresh and local seafood. It's a secret spot among locals and never disappoints.
This French fusion restaurant has the best Brussels Sprouts you'll ever taste,
133 residents recomanen
BO-beau kitchen + bar
4996 W Point Loma BlvdThis French fusion restaurant has the best Brussels Sprouts you'll ever taste,
There's nothing like great Vietnamese fusion and a killer Sake Bar.
205 residents recomanen
OB Noodle House & Sake Bar
2218 Cable StThere's nothing like great Vietnamese fusion and a killer Sake Bar.
An iconic local breakfast spot which also has some good lunch items. But remember to bring cash because they don't accept cards.
208 residents recomanen
Kono's Cafe
704 Garnet AveAn iconic local breakfast spot which also has some good lunch items. But remember to bring cash because they don't accept cards.
Plant Power Fast Food
2204 Sunset Cliffs BlvdA delicious vegan fast food option.
Flame Broiler
1088 Garnet AveKorean fusion fast food.
Tacos Mimi
4508 Cass StGreat tacos!
Classics Malt Shop
3625 Midway DrThrowback 50's-style diner with awesome burgers.
Rocky's Crown Pub
3786 Ingraham StSome say Rocky's has the best burgers in town.
Amazing sandwiches and delicious beer, who could ask for anything more?
24 residents recomanen
Board & Brew - Pacific Beach
4516 Mission BlvdAmazing sandwiches and delicious beer, who could ask for anything more?
Phil's BBQ
3750 Sports Arena BlvdIf you're in the mood for BBQ, Phil's is a San Diego treasure.
Hugo's Cocina
1830 Sunset Cliffs BlvdPopular for its Carne Asada.
La Perla Cocina
745 Emerald StThe California Burrito here is to die for!
La Playa Taco Shop
3973 Mission BlvdAnother great tacos spot
Bao Beach
3735 Mission BlvdA fantastic little Asian Fusion restaurant.
Ulivo Restaurant
1776 Sunset Cliffs BlvdItalian Seafood and pizza with a great patio.
Oltre Mare
4286 Cass StAuthentic Italian food in the heart of Pacific Beach.
Enoteca Adriano
4864 Cass StThis place has some of the best bruschetta in town.
Cesarina
4161 Voltaire StExtraordinary Italian food with wonderful ambiance.
The best view in San Diego with some of the best steak and seafood.
66 residents recomanen
Island Prime
880 Harbor Island DrThe best view in San Diego with some of the best steak and seafood.
Trendy ambiance with an ambitious drink and food menu that doesn’t disappoint.
168 residents recomanen
Kettner Exchange
2001 Kettner BlvdTrendy ambiance with an ambitious drink and food menu that doesn’t disappoint.
Located in at the top floor of a high-rise, it’s the perfect location for a nice dinner with a grand view of the city.
152 residents recomanen
Mister A's
2550 Fifth AveLocated in at the top floor of a high-rise, it’s the perfect location for a nice dinner with a grand view of the city.
Located in beautiful Balboa Park with a charming ambiance and menu.
126 residents recomanen
The Prado at Balboa Park
1549 El PradoLocated in beautiful Balboa Park with a charming ambiance and menu.
Modern new American fare w/ amazing drinks. Reservations recommended.
123 residents recomanen
Juniper & Ivy
2228 Kettner BlvdModern new American fare w/ amazing drinks. Reservations recommended.
Hands down the best restaurant in San Diego, which is why it is on the pricier side, but worth every penny. Food, ambiance, and service are all perfect. Reservations are a must.
26 residents recomanen
MARKET Restaurant + Bar
3702 Via De La ValleHands down the best restaurant in San Diego, which is why it is on the pricier side, but worth every penny. Food, ambiance, and service are all perfect. Reservations are a must.
As fancy as it gets, this is a restaurant to sit down and enjoy a long, tasty dinner with great ambiance and
service.
16 residents recomanen
Addison Restaurant
5200 Grand Del Mar WayAs fancy as it gets, this is a restaurant to sit down and enjoy a long, tasty dinner with great ambiance and
service.
Soulshine Vegan Market, Deli & Cafe
3864 Mission BlvdOutstanding vegan cafe.
Native Foods
3369 Rosecrans StNice casual place for vegan and vegetarian food.
O.B. Garden Café
4741 Voltaire StA quaint vegan cafe in Ocean Beach.
Extraordinary Desserts
2870 Fourth AveOne of San Diego's most popular dessert destinations.
The finest ice cream sandwiches and frozen yogurt this side of the Mississippi.
97 residents recomanen
The Baked Bear
4516 Mission BlvdThe finest ice cream sandwiches and frozen yogurt this side of the Mississippi.
Dolce Italian Ice
4150 Mission BlvdItalian ice in the heart of Pacific Beach.
Insomnia Cookies
1007 Garnet AveYou won't be able to sleep until you've had one of these cookies!
PURE Cupcakes
3545 Garnet AveFresh and delicious cupcakes.
Hammond's Gourmet Ice Cream
3077 University AveHandmade ice cream in the heart of Pacific Beach.
Some of the most uniquely crafted breakfast dishes right on the beach in the quaint Ocean Beach neighborhood.
31 residents recomanen
OB Surf Lodge
5083 Santa Monica AveSome of the most uniquely crafted breakfast dishes right on the beach in the quaint Ocean Beach neighborhood.
Drinks & Nightlife
A beer bar on the boardwalk, the perfect place to grab a drink and enjoy the beach.
91 residents recomanen
Draft South Mission
3105 Ocean Front WalkA beer bar on the boardwalk, the perfect place to grab a drink and enjoy the beach.
This popular dive bar is only a short walk away and frequented by locals.
40 residents recomanen
Beachcomber
2901 Mission BlvdThis popular dive bar is only a short walk away and frequented by locals.
This lively bar has delicious food, good drinks and great views of the ocean.
225 residents recomanen
South Beach Bar & Grille
5059 Newport AveThis lively bar has delicious food, good drinks and great views of the ocean.
This pub has one of the best water front views in San Diego, a fantastic place to watch the sun set.
228 residents recomanen
Wonderland Ocean Pub
5083 Santa Monica AveThis pub has one of the best water front views in San Diego, a fantastic place to watch the sun set.
If you like whiskey or old fashions then this throwback lounge is definitely the place for you.
133 residents recomanen
Seven Grand San Diego
3054 University AveIf you like whiskey or old fashions then this throwback lounge is definitely the place for you.
It's official, with 2,800 bottles of whiskey this bar is the Guinness Book of World Records official record holder for the most whiskey in the world.
17 residents recomanen
The Whiskey House
420 Third AveIt's official, with 2,800 bottles of whiskey this bar is the Guinness Book of World Records official record holder for the most whiskey in the world.
Beach House Grill
3125 Ocean Front WalkEnjoy food and cocktails right on the board walk.
This massive brewery and gastro-pub has over 40 craft beers on tap and a lush garden.
175 residents recomanen
Stone Brewing World Bistro & Gardens – Liberty Station
2816 Historic Decatur RdThis massive brewery and gastro-pub has over 40 craft beers on tap and a lush garden.
A popular Tiki Speakeasy, located inside the refrigerator of a Poke restaurant.
50 residents recomanen
The Grass Skirt
910 Grand AveA popular Tiki Speakeasy, located inside the refrigerator of a Poke restaurant.
Crushed
967 Garnet AveFun local bar with delicious bites.
One of San Diego's most unique beer bars. You grab a bracelet and use it to pour your own beer from the tap getting charged for what you pour.
54 residents recomanen
Barrel Republic Pacific Beach
1261 Garnet AveOne of San Diego's most unique beer bars. You grab a bracelet and use it to pour your own beer from the tap getting charged for what you pour.
Amplified Ale Works Kitchen + Beer Garden
4150 Mission BlvdGreat place for a good brew.
Pizza Port Ocean Beach
1956 Bacon StDelicious pizza and craft beer.
Delicious food and an amazing wine selection at great prices.
180 residents recomanen
The 3rd Corner Wine Shop & Bistro
2265 Bacon StDelicious food and an amazing wine selection at great prices.
LJ Crafted Wines - Wines & Tastings
5621 La Jolla BlvdGreat La Jolla wine bar.
The Wine Pub
2907 Shelter Island DrGreat wine bar with a nice patio and an eclectic menu.
Delicious thin crust pizza paired with a great selection of wine and local beer.
15 residents recomanen
Poseidon Project
4126 Napier StDelicious thin crust pizza paired with a great selection of wine and local beer.
Entertainment & Activities
From mini golf to laser tag to zip lining, here's something at Belmont Park for everyone in your family.
689 residents recomanen
Belmont Park
3146 Mission BlvdFrom mini golf to laser tag to zip lining, here's something at Belmont Park for everyone in your family.
At 95 years old the Giant Dipper is the oldest roller coaster in San Diego and a must-ride.
41 residents recomanen
Giant Dipper Roller Coaster
3146 Mission BlvdAt 95 years old the Giant Dipper is the oldest roller coaster in San Diego and a must-ride.
Considered the best zoo in the world, you can't leave San Diego without visiting this iconic landmark.
2510 residents recomanen
Zoo de San Diego
2920 Zoo DrConsidered the best zoo in the world, you can't leave San Diego without visiting this iconic landmark.
For a good laughs and drinks and an overall great night out.
49 residents recomanen
The Comedy Store - La Jolla
916 Pearl StFor a good laughs and drinks and an overall great night out.
An essential part of San Diego summer. Come for the betting, for the food, just to watch, or all of the above!
185 residents recomanen
Del Mar Racing
2260 Jimmy Durante BlvdAn essential part of San Diego summer. Come for the betting, for the food, just to watch, or all of the above!
More avant-garde and professional theater company. Original home of Jersey Boys.
88 residents recomanen
La Jolla Playhouse
2910 La Jolla Village DrMore avant-garde and professional theater company. Original home of Jersey Boys.
Odd name, but fantastic Asian-style massages at really reasonable rates.
Happy Head Foot Reflexology and Massage - Sports Arena
3026 Midway DrOdd name, but fantastic Asian-style massages at really reasonable rates.
LEGOLAND Califòrnia
One Legoland DrA 30-minute drive but lots of fun for the whole family.
Lots of fun food vendors, shows, concerts, and of course, rides!
22 residents recomanen
San Diego County Fair
2260 Jimmy Durante BlvdLots of fun food vendors, shows, concerts, and of course, rides!
Take in the gorgeous San Diego Bay while checking out local shops & casual restaurants. Be sure to visit the USS Midway, a retired aircraft carrier that has been turned into a museum.
125 residents recomanen
Seaport Village station
Take in the gorgeous San Diego Bay while checking out local shops & casual restaurants. Be sure to visit the USS Midway, a retired aircraft carrier that has been turned into a museum.
Parks & Nature
This stunning and vibrant heart of San Diego is home to a multitude of museums, activities and the World Famous San Diego Zoo.
3290 residents recomanen
Parc Balboa
This stunning and vibrant heart of San Diego is home to a multitude of museums, activities and the World Famous San Diego Zoo.
2,000 acres of state park located right on the beach. A wonderful place for a hike or to see some of the wildest stretches of land on the coast.
1108 residents recomanen
Reserva Estatal de Torrey Pines
12600 North Torrey Pines Road2,000 acres of state park located right on the beach. A wonderful place for a hike or to see some of the wildest stretches of land on the coast.
Just steps away! Great for families, picnics on the grass,
volleyball, water sports.
554 residents recomanen
Platja de la Missió
3000 Mission BoulevardJust steps away! Great for families, picnics on the grass,
volleyball, water sports.
La Jolla Shores Hotel
8110 Camino Del OroGreat for families, surfing, kayaking, paddle boarding.
Arts & Culture
The USS Midway is the best Aircraft Carrier museum in the world.
775 residents recomanen
Museu USS Midway
910 N Harbor DrThe USS Midway is the best Aircraft Carrier museum in the world.
Sightseeing
It's the heart of San Diego's nightlife and host to 16 blocks of historical buildings.
1208 residents recomanen
Gaslamp Quarter
It's the heart of San Diego's nightlife and host to 16 blocks of historical buildings.
It's a state historic park and it's the home of some of the oldest buildings in San Diego dating back to the early 1800's. It's the perfect spot for the family.
1070 residents recomanen
Old Town
It's a state historic park and it's the home of some of the oldest buildings in San Diego dating back to the early 1800's. It's the perfect spot for the family.
An interactive climate, earth, and ocean science museum showcased by the UCSD Institute of Oceanography.
366 residents recomanen
Birch Aquarium at Scripps
2300 Expedition WayAn interactive climate, earth, and ocean science museum showcased by the UCSD Institute of Oceanography.
Mission San Diego de Alcala
10818 San Diego Mission RoadThe first mission built in California.
Estrella de l'Índia
1492 N Harbor DrThe world’s oldest active sailing ship.
Essentials
Ralphs
8657 Villa La Jolla DrLocal supermarket with a good selection.
Close by in Point Loma, this store has nearly everything you could need.
36 residents recomanen
Target
4864 Newport AveClose by in Point Loma, this store has nearly everything you could need.
CVS
1792 Garnet AveLocal drugstore open 24 hours and close by in Ocean Beach.
Apple Tree Supermarket
4976 Newport AveGreat local supermarket just a few minutes drive away.