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Guidebook for San Diego

Food Scene

Easygoing Thai restaurant dishing up classic curries, stir-fries & noodles in a simple setting. Currently take-out only.
11 místní doporučují
Bangkok Spices Thai Restaurant
3627 30th St
11 místní doporučují
Easygoing Thai restaurant dishing up classic curries, stir-fries & noodles in a simple setting. Currently take-out only.
Simple spot offering familiar Chinese dishes, such as chow mein & broccoli beef.
New Maxim's Palace
2810 El Cajon Blvd
Simple spot offering familiar Chinese dishes, such as chow mein & broccoli beef.
Hole-in-the-wall taqueria offering a traditional menu for drive-through or walk-up service. Host recommendation: Carne asada chips.
12 místní doporučují
Rolberto's Taco Shop
3462 Adams Ave
12 místní doporučují
Hole-in-the-wall taqueria offering a traditional menu for drive-through or walk-up service. Host recommendation: Carne asada chips.
Good, close Subway
38 místní doporučují
Subway
4641-4643 College Ave
38 místní doporučují
Good, close Subway
Good close Carl's Jr./Green Burrito
28 místní doporučují
Carl's Jr
#502 Int P.º Ensenada
28 místní doporučují
Good close Carl's Jr./Green Burrito
Newly renovated Jack in the Box
29 místní doporučují
Jack in the Box
9380 Mira Mesa Blvd
29 místní doporučují
Newly renovated Jack in the Box
Hip eatery with an open roof offering meatballs, soft-serve ice cream & a large selection of sodas. Also have vegetarian options, plus excellent seasonal pies! Nice atmosphere, family-style seating.
96 místní doporučují
Soda & Swine
2943 Adams Ave
96 místní doporučují
Hip eatery with an open roof offering meatballs, soft-serve ice cream & a large selection of sodas. Also have vegetarian options, plus excellent seasonal pies! Nice atmosphere, family-style seating.
Casual Hawaiian eatery offering traditional pupus & other dishes, plus island-style burgers & wings.
24 místní doporučují
Chris' Ono Grinds Island Grill - North Park
4506 30th St
24 místní doporučují
Casual Hawaiian eatery offering traditional pupus & other dishes, plus island-style burgers & wings.
Casual carry-out joint with 2 tables for eating-in offers pizza, pasta, salads & sandwiches. Lots of yummy desserts too!
D'Angelo Pizzeria
4592 30th St
Casual carry-out joint with 2 tables for eating-in offers pizza, pasta, salads & sandwiches. Lots of yummy desserts too!
Stylish spot serving house-roasted French-press, pour-over & cold-brew coffee, plus vegan donuts.
236 místní doporučují
Dark Horse Coffee Roasters
3260 Adams Ave
236 místní doporučují
Stylish spot serving house-roasted French-press, pour-over & cold-brew coffee, plus vegan donuts.
New Sonic, half-price shakes after 8 PM!
Sonic Drive-In
2829 El Cajon Blvd
New Sonic, half-price shakes after 8 PM!
Casual spot for classic American eats including the namesake chicken pot pie & baked goods.
17 místní doporučují
San Diego Chicken Pie Shop
2633 El Cajon Blvd
17 místní doporučují
Casual spot for classic American eats including the namesake chicken pot pie & baked goods.
Good close Taco Bell
7 místní doporučují
Taco Bell
2626 El Cajon Blvd
7 místní doporučují
Good close Taco Bell
Counter-service spot revered for its pork sandwiches, craft beer & local veggies.
162 místní doporučují
Carnitas' Snack Shack - North Park
2632 University Avenue
162 místní doporučují
Counter-service spot revered for its pork sandwiches, craft beer & local veggies.
Pour-overs, espresso drinks & Belgian street waffles served in a stylish & amiable atmosphere.
47 místní doporučují
Coffee & Tea Collective
2911 El Cajon Blvd
47 místní doporučují
Pour-overs, espresso drinks & Belgian street waffles served in a stylish & amiable atmosphere.
International pastry shop stocking sweet & savory fritters, plus American donuts.
53 místní doporučují
Nomad Donuts
3102 University Ave
53 místní doporučují
International pastry shop stocking sweet & savory fritters, plus American donuts.
Small, vegetarian-friendly shop with a wholesome menu of fruit smoothies & salads, plus tortas.
27 místní doporučují
Senor Mangos
4607 30th St
27 místní doporučují
Small, vegetarian-friendly shop with a wholesome menu of fruit smoothies & salads, plus tortas.
This funky, informal eatery with late-night hours offers American classics for breakfast, lunch & dinner.
Lil B's
2611 El Cajon Blvd
This funky, informal eatery with late-night hours offers American classics for breakfast, lunch & dinner.
Chic eatery with a swanky 1950s vibe serves elevated American fare, buzzed-about pie & cocktails.
144 místní doporučují
Great Maple
1451 Washington St
144 místní doporučují
Chic eatery with a swanky 1950s vibe serves elevated American fare, buzzed-about pie & cocktails.
Cafe & coffeehouse open 24 hours has an extensive menu & free WiFi, plus nightly music or comedy.
77 místní doporučují
Stepping Stone of California
77 místní doporučují
Cafe & coffeehouse open 24 hours has an extensive menu & free WiFi, plus nightly music or comedy.
This popsicle shop featuring creative flavors uses locally sourced, organic fruits & herbs.
10 místní doporučují
Viva Pops
3330 Adams Ave
10 místní doporučují
This popsicle shop featuring creative flavors uses locally sourced, organic fruits & herbs.
Local spot for small-batch ice cream & sorbet in flavors like Mexican Chocolate & Banana Walnut.
42 místní doporučují
Mariposa Ice Cream
3450 Adams Ave
42 místní doporučují
Local spot for small-batch ice cream & sorbet in flavors like Mexican Chocolate & Banana Walnut.
Cheesecake is made in dozens of flavors at this bakery that serves coffee & has a few tables.
Incredible Cheesecake Company
3161 Adams Ave
Cheesecake is made in dozens of flavors at this bakery that serves coffee & has a few tables.
Closest In-N-Out - Classic California-based burger chain serving customizable patties, hand-cut fries & thick shakes.
64 místní doporučují
In-N-Out Burger
2910 Damon Ave
64 místní doporučují
Closest In-N-Out - Classic California-based burger chain serving customizable patties, hand-cut fries & thick shakes.
Circa-1949 spot with old-timey decor & booth seating serves classic diner fare around the clock.
18 místní doporučují
Rudford's Restaurant
2900 El Cajon Blvd
18 místní doporučují
Circa-1949 spot with old-timey decor & booth seating serves classic diner fare around the clock.
Gourmet burger spot boasting unexpected options like kangaroo & antelope patties in a basic setting.
34 místní doporučují
Crazee Burger
3993 30th St
34 místní doporučují
Gourmet burger spot boasting unexpected options like kangaroo & antelope patties in a basic setting.
Well-lit Thai bistro with a plant-filled dining room serving classic curries & stir-fries.
19 místní doporučují
Thai Time North Park
4102 30th St
19 místní doporučují
Well-lit Thai bistro with a plant-filled dining room serving classic curries & stir-fries.
Hipster cafe & espresso bar offering sandwiches, salads & a wide selection of craft canned beers.
24 místní doporučují
Young Hickory North Park
4096 30th St
24 místní doporučují
Hipster cafe & espresso bar offering sandwiches, salads & a wide selection of craft canned beers.
Seafood & other creative American fare along with a rotating selection of brews in a relaxed room.
24 místní doporučují
Ritual Tavern
4095 30th St
24 místní doporučují
Seafood & other creative American fare along with a rotating selection of brews in a relaxed room.
Pizza shop for Sicilian & thin-crust pies or slices, daily specials, draft beers & limited seating.
27 místní doporučují
Sicilian Thing Pizza
4046 30th St
27 místní doporučují
Pizza shop for Sicilian & thin-crust pies or slices, daily specials, draft beers & limited seating.
Gourmet eatery presenting a seasonal menu of world cuisines, boasting a cozy patio & weekend brunch.
40 místní doporučují
Hanna's Gourmet
2864 Adams Ave
40 místní doporučují
Gourmet eatery presenting a seasonal menu of world cuisines, boasting a cozy patio & weekend brunch.
Sleek space featuring sushi with inventive ingredients such as filet mignon or bacon.
15 místní doporučují
Sabuku Sushi
3027 Adams Ave
15 místní doporučují
Sleek space featuring sushi with inventive ingredients such as filet mignon or bacon.
Antiques-laden spot for homestyle American food, known for its generously portioned breakfasts.
34 místní doporučují
Antique Row Cafe
3002 Adams Ave
34 místní doporučují
Antiques-laden spot for homestyle American food, known for its generously portioned breakfasts.
Casual cafe with housemade sweets & sandwiches, plus custom-designed cakes for special occasions.
37 místní doporučují
Twiggs Bakery & Coffeehouse
2804 Adams Ave
37 místní doporučují
Casual cafe with housemade sweets & sandwiches, plus custom-designed cakes for special occasions.
Welcoming spot for Californian fare where the focus is organic ingredients & farm-to-bar cocktails.
73 místní doporučují
Cafe 21 University Heights
2736 Adams Ave
73 místní doporučují
Welcoming spot for Californian fare where the focus is organic ingredients & farm-to-bar cocktails.
Ethiopian dishes including vegetarian options served in unassuming digs, with some outdoor tables.
9 místní doporučují
Harar Restaurant
9 místní doporučují
Ethiopian dishes including vegetarian options served in unassuming digs, with some outdoor tables.
African art lines the walls at this casual East African spot serving up curries, stews & sambusas.
14 místní doporučují
Flavors of East Africa
2322 El Cajon Blvd
14 místní doporučují
African art lines the walls at this casual East African spot serving up curries, stews & sambusas.
Borscht, blini & other Russian fare in a homey, candlelit space with occasional live music.
59 místní doporučují
Pomegranate
2312 El Cajon Blvd
59 místní doporučují
Borscht, blini & other Russian fare in a homey, candlelit space with occasional live music.
Casual eatery serving wings, ribs & tenders with a variety of sauces, plus various sides.
New York Buffalo Wings
2940 El Cajon Blvd
Casual eatery serving wings, ribs & tenders with a variety of sauces, plus various sides.
Hole-in-the-wall with nice covered patio serving award-winning paninis, fresh salads and tasty soup. Open 11-4, 12-4 on weekends, closed Monday.
SD Soup Shoppe
2850 El Cajon Blvd
Hole-in-the-wall with nice covered patio serving award-winning paninis, fresh salads and tasty soup. Open 11-4, 12-4 on weekends, closed Monday.
Go-to choice for classic Japanese dishes such as nigiri, sushi & tonkatsu in sleek environs. Excellent selection of top-shelf sake.
29 místní doporučují
Saiko Sake and Sushi Bar
2884 University Ave
29 místní doporučují
Go-to choice for classic Japanese dishes such as nigiri, sushi & tonkatsu in sleek environs. Excellent selection of top-shelf sake.

Drinks & Nightlife

Dog-friendly tasting room features a range of housemade beers in a welcoming, industrial-chic space.
65 místní doporučují
Belching Beaver North Park
4223 30th St
65 místní doporučují
Dog-friendly tasting room features a range of housemade beers in a welcoming, industrial-chic space.
Dog-friendly tasting room featuring house-made local beer, nice atmosphere.
100 místní doporučují
Fall Brewing Company
4542 30th St
100 místní doporučují
Dog-friendly tasting room featuring house-made local beer, nice atmosphere.
Rustic-modern brewery is a go-to for an array of draft microbrews served in an open, wooden venue.
23 místní doporučují
Poor House Brewing Company
4494 30th Street
23 místní doporučují
Rustic-modern brewery is a go-to for an array of draft microbrews served in an open, wooden venue.
Barn Brewery - New tasting room with a cool rustic atmosphere, tasty local beer.
2850 El Cajon Blvd
2850 El Cajon Boulevard
Barn Brewery - New tasting room with a cool rustic atmosphere, tasty local beer.
Spacious, bi-level hangout with tons of board & video games, plus pub-food favorites & cocktails.
Tabletop Commons
1263 University Ave
Spacious, bi-level hangout with tons of board & video games, plus pub-food favorites & cocktails.
Apothecary-esque bar offers craft cocktails & microbrews in a stylish, retro space with an atrium. Can get food from Soda and Swine next door.
245 místní doporučují
Polite Provisions
4696 30th St
245 místní doporučují
Apothecary-esque bar offers craft cocktails & microbrews in a stylish, retro space with an atrium. Can get food from Soda and Swine next door.
Modern, family-friendly hangout featuring a tasting room, board games & brewery views.
108 místní doporučují
Mike Hess Brewing, North Park
3812 Grim Ave
108 místní doporučují
Modern, family-friendly hangout featuring a tasting room, board games & brewery views.
Award winning brewery and beer-centric eatery join forces.
27 místní doporučují
Rip Current Brewing North Park
4101 30th St
27 místní doporučují
Award winning brewery and beer-centric eatery join forces.
Folks pass time at this cocktail-&-beer specialist playing its many arcade classics & other games.
121 místní doporučují
Coin-Op Game Room
3926 30th St
121 místní doporučují
Folks pass time at this cocktail-&-beer specialist playing its many arcade classics & other games.
Neighborhood bar for casual drinks & bites plus popular karaoke & other theme nights.
36 místní doporučují
Redwing Bar & Grill
4012 30th St
36 místní doporučují
Neighborhood bar for casual drinks & bites plus popular karaoke & other theme nights.
Unreal selection of bottled beer; probably one of San Diego's favorite beer bars.
57 místní doporučují
Toronado San Diego
4026 30th St
57 místní doporučují
Unreal selection of bottled beer; probably one of San Diego's favorite beer bars.
Craft brews & creative eats such as wood-fired sandwiches in a casual pub space with picnic tables.
94 místní doporučují
Tiger!Tiger!
3025 El Cajon Blvd
94 místní doporučují
Craft brews & creative eats such as wood-fired sandwiches in a casual pub space with picnic tables.
Neighborhood bar/venue with a full bar & 16 craft beers on tap. The Hideout caters to music lovers of all genres - Check out the calendar for upcoming events. https://thehideoutsd.wordpress.com/
8 místní doporučují
The Hideout
3519 El Cajon Blvd
8 místní doporučují
Neighborhood bar/venue with a full bar & 16 craft beers on tap. The Hideout caters to music lovers of all genres - Check out the calendar for upcoming events. https://thehideoutsd.wordpress.com/
Neighborhood bar offers cocktails, brews & grub in a comfy space decked out with sports memorabilia.
Cricket's Pub
3339 El Cajon Blvd
Neighborhood bar offers cocktails, brews & grub in a comfy space decked out with sports memorabilia.
Laid-back watering hole with drinks, late-night dancing with live DJs & an old-school office theme.
32 místní doporučují
The Office
3936 30th St
32 místní doporučují
Laid-back watering hole with drinks, late-night dancing with live DJs & an old-school office theme.

Shopping

Alliance for African Assistance: Safari Seconds Thrift Store
6533 El Cajon Blvd
Great local thrift store!
Cool local shop for comics, RPGs, collectible cards, action figures & graphic novels, with tables for gaming & tournaments held in the back.
Villainous Lair Comics & Gaming
3220 Adams Avenue
Cool local shop for comics, RPGs, collectible cards, action figures & graphic novels, with tables for gaming & tournaments held in the back.
Wall-to-wall folk, R&B, rock & show tune albums fill this compact fixture for hard-to-find sounds.
Folk Arts Rare Records
3610 University Avenue
Wall-to-wall folk, R&B, rock & show tune albums fill this compact fixture for hard-to-find sounds.

Arts & Culture

Intimate nonprofit theater & lounge showing independent & international films & documentaries.
12 místní doporučují
Digital Gym CINEMA
1100 El Cajon Blvd
12 místní doporučují
Intimate nonprofit theater & lounge showing independent & international films & documentaries.

Everything Else

Nearby pharmacy
10 místní doporučují
Vons Pharmacy
6951 El Camino Real
10 místní doporučují
Nearby pharmacy

Essentials

SoCal supermarket staple for groceries, produce & deli items, plus personal care, home goods & more. Also has deli and bakery.
4145 30th St
4145 30th Street
SoCal supermarket staple for groceries, produce & deli items, plus personal care, home goods & more. Also has deli and bakery.
International grocery store with a robust meat counter, dry goods, produce & hookah supplies.
26 místní doporučují
North Park Produce
3551 El Cajon Blvd
26 místní doporučují
International grocery store with a robust meat counter, dry goods, produce & hookah supplies.
Specialty chain offering a range of natural & organic grocery items (most carry beer & wine).
209 místní doporučují
Sprouts Farmers Market
3015 Clairemont Dr
209 místní doporučují
Specialty chain offering a range of natural & organic grocery items (most carry beer & wine).