Guidebook for Solana Beach
Food Scene
Claire's on Cedros
246 N Cedros AveGreat for getting some amazing avocado toast, a pastry or breakfast sandwich and locally roasted serious coffee.
38 residents recomanen
Lofty Coffee Solana Beach Cafe
132 S Cedros AveGreat for getting some amazing avocado toast, a pastry or breakfast sandwich and locally roasted serious coffee.
Reasonably priced and very tasty Sushi, and teriyaki, served with grace in a clean and nicely decorated family owned business. Don't let the outside fool you.
6 residents recomanen
Samurai Japanese Restaurant
979 Lomas Santa Fe DrReasonably priced and very tasty Sushi, and teriyaki, served with grace in a clean and nicely decorated family owned business. Don't let the outside fool you.
Fidel's Little Mexico
607 Valley AveMexican American fare in a festive local.
Restaurant and bar in a tiny house-like setting for a Negroni or lasagna. My favorite is to get a table by the fireplace on a foggy day.
9 residents recomanen
Parioli Italian Bistro
647 Hwy 101Restaurant and bar in a tiny house-like setting for a Negroni or lasagna. My favorite is to get a table by the fireplace on a foggy day.
Drinks & Nightlife
This small venue continues to offer up surprising musical acts of all genres.
271 residents recomanen
Belly Up
143 S Cedros AveThis small venue continues to offer up surprising musical acts of all genres.
This open-air micro brewery is a great local hang out. Not a restaurant but I've seen folk bring in their own snacks.
47 residents recomanen
Culture Brewing Co | Solana Beach
111 S Cedros AveThis open-air micro brewery is a great local hang out. Not a restaurant but I've seen folk bring in their own snacks.
Carruth Cellars Urban Winery & Tasting Room
118 S Cedros AveParks & Nature
Parks, hikes and beaches that we love.
Great for trail running, bird watching, enjoying ocean breezes and a slot canyon trial.
28 residents recomanen
San Elijo Lagoon
2710 Manchester AveGreat for trail running, bird watching, enjoying ocean breezes and a slot canyon trial.
In the off season dogs (& humans) can run amok, chase a ball, meet new friends and practice surfing. Street parking is metered and without paying you risk a ticket.
62 residents recomanen
Del Mar North Beach
In the off season dogs (& humans) can run amok, chase a ball, meet new friends and practice surfing. Street parking is metered and without paying you risk a ticket.
Probably the most direct beach from our guesthouse. Tide Beach Park is a hidden Solana Beach gem. At low tide it is a secluded bluff surrounded beach with access north to the tide pools at Seaside State beach and the surf spot known as Table Tops. Take a 15 minute walk west on Cliff, over the tracks, cross PCH at the light, up the hill on Solana Vista Dr, right on Pacific Ave., and the beach access stairs are on your left. If you are not up for the stair workout down to the beach you can enjoy the view from a picnic table at the top.
14 residents recomanen
Tide Park beach access
Probably the most direct beach from our guesthouse. Tide Beach Park is a hidden Solana Beach gem. At low tide it is a secluded bluff surrounded beach with access north to the tide pools at Seaside State beach and the surf spot known as Table Tops. Take a 15 minute walk west on Cliff, over the tracks, cross PCH at the light, up the hill on Solana Vista Dr, right on Pacific Ave., and the beach access stairs are on your left. If you are not up for the stair workout down to the beach you can enjoy the view from a picnic table at the top.
This little community park draws tourists, families, surfers, photo op seekers, dog walkers and more. There is a grassy area for Frisbee or AcroYoga (or a nap), a child's play area, picnic tables, basketball court, bathrooms, showers and a ramp down to the beach access.
87 residents recomanen
Fletcher Cove Beach Park
111 S Sierra AveThis little community park draws tourists, families, surfers, photo op seekers, dog walkers and more. There is a grassy area for Frisbee or AcroYoga (or a nap), a child's play area, picnic tables, basketball court, bathrooms, showers and a ramp down to the beach access.
There is a nice visitors center at the top parking lot and several trails to take in a view from the bluffs or even hike down to the beach during low tide. Sunscreen and a hat recommended.
268 residents recomanen
Torrey Pines State Beach
There is a nice visitors center at the top parking lot and several trails to take in a view from the bluffs or even hike down to the beach during low tide. Sunscreen and a hat recommended.
Arts & Culture
Look up artist in residence programs to see what's new in contemporary art.
18 residents recomanen
Lux Art Institute
1578 S El Camino RealLook up artist in residence programs to see what's new in contemporary art.
This local theater has some remarkably good shows year round. You don't even have to get on the freeway! Check their website to see what's playing during your stay.
13 residents recomanen
North Coast Repertory Theatre
987 Lomas Santa Fe DrThis local theater has some remarkably good shows year round. You don't even have to get on the freeway! Check their website to see what's playing during your stay.
While walking Cedros don't miss a stop at this local gem of an art gallery. Curators are always friendly and willing to answer questions about featured artists.
Susan Street Fine Art Gallery
200 N Cedros AveWhile walking Cedros don't miss a stop at this local gem of an art gallery. Curators are always friendly and willing to answer questions about featured artists.
For a vivid and glossy high def piece of "Ocean Art" to remember your Solana Beach surfin' safari take a look at Aaron Chang's amazing collection.
8 residents recomanen
Aaron Chang Ocean Art Gallery
415 S Cedros AveFor a vivid and glossy high def piece of "Ocean Art" to remember your Solana Beach surfin' safari take a look at Aaron Chang's amazing collection.
Entertainment & Activities
Del Mar Racing
2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd"Where the Turf Meets the Surf"
Reclining reserved seats, season popcorn and cocktails delivered to your seats. The mall also has many other eateries for before or after the show.
92 residents recomanen
Cinépolis Luxury Cinemas
12905 El Camino RealReclining reserved seats, season popcorn and cocktails delivered to your seats. The mall also has many other eateries for before or after the show.
Shopping
For keepsakes, chachkis, or even a new surfboard...
A great collection of venders under one roof. Choose from clothing, candles, handmade items, furniture, souvenirs, cards, etc.
12 residents recomanen
Lotus (formerly Leaping Lotus)
240 S Cedros AveA great collection of venders under one roof. Choose from clothing, candles, handmade items, furniture, souvenirs, cards, etc.
Surf Ride Boardshop
325 N Hwy 101All of your needs for a day in the waves.
Yes, its a chain but they offer some nice gift ideas and some real-world options to the "Cedros Design District."
west elm
212 S Cedros AveYes, its a chain but they offer some nice gift ideas and some real-world options to the "Cedros Design District."
Often referred to as "Cedros Design District" this walk street is filled with larger chain stores like A16 Outfitters and West Elm and independent boutique shops like Cedros Soles, Leaping Lotus and Solo. You could spend a whole day here! There are art galleries and interesting public art including murals, statues and beautiful mosaic paving on the Rosa Street Bridge. Note that on Sundays, on the far south end there is a Farmers Market from 2-5. Parking can be a struggle at times.
40 residents recomanen
South Cedros Avenue
South Cedros AvenueOften referred to as "Cedros Design District" this walk street is filled with larger chain stores like A16 Outfitters and West Elm and independent boutique shops like Cedros Soles, Leaping Lotus and Solo. You could spend a whole day here! There are art galleries and interesting public art including murals, statues and beautiful mosaic paving on the Rosa Street Bridge. Note that on Sundays, on the far south end there is a Farmers Market from 2-5. Parking can be a struggle at times.
Cute clothes, beachy seashell/mermaid art, dia de los muertos items, jewelry, etc. Always something new.
6 residents recomanen
Coast Hwy Traders
530 S Coast Hwy 101Cute clothes, beachy seashell/mermaid art, dia de los muertos items, jewelry, etc. Always something new.
The most beautiful and thoughtful children's clothing, books and toys. It's magical!
6 residents recomanen
Magical Child
937 S Coast Hwy 101The most beautiful and thoughtful children's clothing, books and toys. It's magical!
Incense, crystals, journals, candles, chimes, personal growth literature. A great place to indulge your inner "love child."
16 residents recomanen
Soulscape Gift & Book Store
765 S Coast Hwy 101Incense, crystals, journals, candles, chimes, personal growth literature. A great place to indulge your inner "love child."
Getting Around
Plenty of options by Surfrider, Amtrak and Coaster with free parking.
89 residents recomanen
Solana Beach Station
105 N Cedros AvePlenty of options by Surfrider, Amtrak and Coaster with free parking.
Electric or non, rentals, sales and tours. Biking has never been so easy!
Pedego Electric Bikes Solana Beach
444 S Cedros AveElectric or non, rentals, sales and tours. Biking has never been so easy!