Guidebook for San Diego
Essentials
Families Market
3304 41st StCorner convenience store open from 8 AM to 9 PM.
Specialty chain offering a range of natural & organic grocery items (most carry beer & wine).
209 locals raden deze aan
Sprouts Farmers Market
3015 Clairemont DrSpecialty chain offering a range of natural & organic grocery items (most carry beer & wine).
SoCal supermarket staple for groceries, produce & deli items, plus personal care, home goods & more. Also has deli, bakery and pharmacy.
323 locals raden deze aan
Vons
3610 Adams AveSoCal supermarket staple for groceries, produce & deli items, plus personal care, home goods & more. Also has deli, bakery and pharmacy.
Food Scene
No-frills 24-hour take-out eatery serving Mexican grub such as burritos, tacos & carne asada fries.
Aiberto's Taco Shop
3894 41st StNo-frills 24-hour take-out eatery serving Mexican grub such as burritos, tacos & carne asada fries.
American grill offers made-to-order hamburgers, kebabs & sandwiches in a no-frills space.
13 locals raden deze aan
Canada Steak Burger
3604 University AveAmerican grill offers made-to-order hamburgers, kebabs & sandwiches in a no-frills space.
Hipster cafe & espresso bar offering sandwiches, salads & a wide selection of craft canned beers.
24 locals raden deze aan
Young Hickory North Park
4096 30th StHipster cafe & espresso bar offering sandwiches, salads & a wide selection of craft canned beers.
Chic eatery with a swanky 1950s vibe serves elevated American fare, buzzed-about pie & cocktails.
144 locals raden deze aan
Great Maple
1451 Washington StChic eatery with a swanky 1950s vibe serves elevated American fare, buzzed-about pie & cocktails.
Gourmet burger spot boasting unexpected options like kangaroo & antelope patties in an industrial setting.
34 locals raden deze aan
Crazee Burger
3993 30th StGourmet burger spot boasting unexpected options like kangaroo & antelope patties in an industrial setting.
Counter-service spot revered for its pork sandwiches, craft beer & local veggies.
162 locals raden deze aan
Carnitas' Snack Shack - North Park
2632 University AvenueCounter-service spot revered for its pork sandwiches, craft beer & local veggies.
Go-to choice for classic Japanese dishes such as nigiri, sushi & tonkatsu in sleek environs. Excellent selection of top-shelf sake.
29 locals raden deze aan
Saiko Sake and Sushi Bar
2884 University AveGo-to choice for classic Japanese dishes such as nigiri, sushi & tonkatsu in sleek environs. Excellent selection of top-shelf sake.
Bakery prepares signature desserts such as mouse & tiramisu plus a rotating selection of pastries.
22 locals raden deze aan
Heaven Sent Desserts
Bakery prepares signature desserts such as mouse & tiramisu plus a rotating selection of pastries.
Sunny spot for inventive breakfast plates plus craft beer & cocktails in hip digs with 2 patios.
280 locals raden deze aan
Breakfast Republic
2730 University AveSunny spot for inventive breakfast plates plus craft beer & cocktails in hip digs with 2 patios.
Simple cafe on the pier offers lobster tacos, pancakes & fish 'n' chips, plus notable ocean views
776 locals raden deze aan
Oceaanstrand
1850 Ocean Front StSimple cafe on the pier offers lobster tacos, pancakes & fish 'n' chips, plus notable ocean views
At this iconic burger joint patrons can dine inside restored cars or amid license plate-covered walls
291 locals raden deze aan
Hodad's
5010 Newport AveAt this iconic burger joint patrons can dine inside restored cars or amid license plate-covered walls
Local spot for small-batch ice cream & sorbet in flavors like Mexican Chocolate & Banana Walnut.
42 locals raden deze aan
Mariposa Ice Cream
3450 Adams AveLocal spot for small-batch ice cream & sorbet in flavors like Mexican Chocolate & Banana Walnut.
This popsicle shop featuring creative flavors uses locally sourced, organic fruits & herbs.
10 locals raden deze aan
Viva Pops
3330 Adams AveThis popsicle shop featuring creative flavors uses locally sourced, organic fruits & herbs.
Breakfast, American fare & craft beers served in a rustic space with occasional live music.
36 locals raden deze aan
Nate's Garden Grill
3120 Euclid AveBreakfast, American fare & craft beers served in a rustic space with occasional live music.
Drinks & Nightlife
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 locals raden deze aan
The Hideout
3519 El Cajon BlvdNeighborhood 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/
Craft brews & creative eats such as wood-fired sandwiches in a casual pub space with picnic tables.
94 locals raden deze aan
Tiger!Tiger!
3025 El Cajon BlvdCraft brews & creative eats such as wood-fired sandwiches in a casual pub space with picnic tables.
Dog-friendly tasting room features a range of award-winning housemade beers in a welcoming, industrial-chic space.
65 locals raden deze aan
Belching Beaver North Park
4223 30th StDog-friendly tasting room features a range of award-winning housemade beers in a welcoming, industrial-chic space.
Unpretentious bar with beer & mixed drinks alongside live music from a variety of artists.
31 locals raden deze aan
Soda Bar
3615 El Cajon BlvdUnpretentious bar with beer & mixed drinks alongside live music from a variety of artists.
Unreal selection of bottled beer; probably one of San Diego's favorite beer bars.
57 locals raden deze aan
Toronado San Diego
4026 30th StUnreal selection of bottled beer; probably one of San Diego's favorite beer bars.
Folks pass time at this cocktail-&-beer specialist playing its many arcade classics & other games.
121 locals raden deze aan
Coin-Op Game Room
3926 30th StFolks pass time at this cocktail-&-beer specialist playing its many arcade classics & other games.
Modern, family-friendly hangout featuring a tasting room, board games & brewery views.
108 locals raden deze aan
Mike Hess Brewing, North Park
3812 Grim AveModern, family-friendly hangout featuring a tasting room, board games & brewery views.
Entertainment & Activities
Intimate nonprofit theater & lounge showing independent & international films & documentaries.
12 locals raden deze aan
Digital Gym CINEMA
1100 El Cajon BlvdIntimate nonprofit theater & lounge showing independent & international films & documentaries.
San Diego Zoo
2920 Zoo DrSan Diego Convention Center
111 W Harbor DrPetco Park
100 Park BlvdSDCCU-stadion
9449 Friars RdHeadlining comedians plus emerging talent perform at this intimate club in an underground setting.
18 locals raden deze aan
The American Comedy Co.
818 Sixth AveHeadlining comedians plus emerging talent perform at this intimate club in an underground setting.
Comedy club featuring local & national comedians, plus open mic nights & a simple American menu.
7 locals raden deze aan
Mad House Comedy Club
801 Fourth AveComedy club featuring local & national comedians, plus open mic nights & a simple American menu.
Getting Around
University Av & I-15 Transit Plaza station
Parks & Nature
Balboa Park
24-hour dog-friendly destination provides an off-leash area at the north end of the mile-long beach.
174 locals raden deze aan
Dog Beach
3902 29th St24-hour dog-friendly destination provides an off-leash area at the north end of the mile-long beach.
Oceaanstrand
1850 Ocean Front StSunset Cliffs Natural Park
Ladera StreetCabrillo National Monument Visitor Center
1800 Cabrillo Memorial DrManzanita Canyon
4300 Thorn StSightseeing
Old Town