Laurie & Dave’s guidebook
Food scene
The best picks for local food and drinks
awesome local outdoor breakfast/lunch - watch the surf and relax
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Buccaneer Cafe
1508 S Pacific Stawesome local outdoor breakfast/lunch - watch the surf and relax
Woodfired Pizza and Marketplace. Beers on tap, wine bar, gelato, etc.- (the Blockhead Pie is named for Dave's skateboard company - so tell the bartender that Blockhead Dave sent you!)
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The Privateer Coal Fire Pizza
1706 S Coast HwyWoodfired Pizza and Marketplace. Beers on tap, wine bar, gelato, etc.- (the Blockhead Pie is named for Dave's skateboard company - so tell the bartender that Blockhead Dave sent you!)
Local Tap House
308 S Coast HwyGood food and cocktails, super fun atmosphere
Sit down Mexican - Oside locals favorite. Go to the one on Coast Hwy (there are 2 locations) and be prepared for a short wait.
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Anita's Mexican Restaurant & Cantina
1714 S Coast HwySit down Mexican - Oside locals favorite. Go to the one on Coast Hwy (there are 2 locations) and be prepared for a short wait.
Hawaiian style - ramen soups, sushi, noodles. Local staple, very close by. Super casual walk up and order then sit down and they deliver to your table.
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Teri Cafe
2216 S El Camino RealHawaiian style - ramen soups, sushi, noodles. Local staple, very close by. Super casual walk up and order then sit down and they deliver to your table.
Dining outside overlooking the harbor. Best for happy hour cocktails and seafood. In the midst of many other food and drink options.
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Lighthouse Oyster Bar & Grill
262 S Harbor DrDining outside overlooking the harbor. Best for happy hour cocktails and seafood. In the midst of many other food and drink options.
LOVE this little French bistro-style for flights/tastes of wine, champagne, a few beers and awesome apps and fancy grilled cheese sandwiches. Be sure to check their hours - it's a little hit or miss since Covid changed things.
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The Miller's Table
514 S Coast HwyLOVE this little French bistro-style for flights/tastes of wine, champagne, a few beers and awesome apps and fancy grilled cheese sandwiches. Be sure to check their hours - it's a little hit or miss since Covid changed things.
The Plot
1733 S Coast HwyDelicious vegan food by a locally renown chef. It’s really good!
A hidden gem with a Michelin star. Call ahead for reservations or try to walk in and get a seat at the bar (if you’re feeling lucky)
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Dija Mara
232 S Coast HwyA hidden gem with a Michelin star. Call ahead for reservations or try to walk in and get a seat at the bar (if you’re feeling lucky)
A local spot for delicious tacos and poke and beer. A big selection of great bottled beers and some wine, etc in the fridge here for takeaway too.
Shoots Fish & Beer
A local spot for delicious tacos and poke and beer. A big selection of great bottled beers and some wine, etc in the fridge here for takeaway too.
Sightseeing
At 1,942 feet (591.92 meters), the historical Oceanside Pier is one of the longest wooden piers on the West Coast. Take a leisurely stroll out over the Pacific Ocean, watch the surfers ride a wave, fishermen catch a fish, or grab a bite to eat at the famous Ruby’s Diner located at the end of the pier or one of the many popular restaurants nearby.
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Oceanside Pier Bait Shop
At 1,942 feet (591.92 meters), the historical Oceanside Pier is one of the longest wooden piers on the West Coast. Take a leisurely stroll out over the Pacific Ocean, watch the surfers ride a wave, fishermen catch a fish, or grab a bite to eat at the famous Ruby’s Diner located at the end of the pier or one of the many popular restaurants nearby.
Animals in semi-native habitats - super fun for kids and adults
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San Diego Zoo Safari Park
15500 San Pasqual Valley RdAnimals in semi-native habitats - super fun for kids and adults
With a permanent collection which chronicles the history of surfboards and wave-riding, the museum also offers many revolving exhibits each year. In its current museum-quality space, it has acquired a rare set of archives and collections gathered over more than 30 years, comprising one of the world’s richest troves of surfing history.
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California Surf Museum
312 Pier View WayWith a permanent collection which chronicles the history of surfboards and wave-riding, the museum also offers many revolving exhibits each year. In its current museum-quality space, it has acquired a rare set of archives and collections gathered over more than 30 years, comprising one of the world’s richest troves of surfing history.
Oceanside Museum of Art is a premier regional art museum and a leader of arts and culture in San Diego. In addition to several highly praised contemporary art exhibitions per year, museum programming includes classes, lectures, docent tours, parties, concerts, films, culinary events, and chartered travel to other cultural art venues and destinations.
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Oceanside Museum of Art
704 Pier View WayOceanside Museum of Art is a premier regional art museum and a leader of arts and culture in San Diego. In addition to several highly praised contemporary art exhibitions per year, museum programming includes classes, lectures, docent tours, parties, concerts, films, culinary events, and chartered travel to other cultural art venues and destinations.
Outdoor Activities
You can hike from Discovery Lake parking lot (use the All Trails app for directions) or just drive to the top for incredible 360/sunset views.
Also a popular road bike race spot and also mountain bike trails here.
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Double Peak Park
900 Double Peak DrYou can hike from Discovery Lake parking lot (use the All Trails app for directions) or just drive to the top for incredible 360/sunset views.
Also a popular road bike race spot and also mountain bike trails here.
Kayak, Snorkel or just walk along the coast.
The coastline of La Jolla, San Diego showcases stunning views of the Pacific, rocky cliffs, and the occasional “Dr. Seuss” tree; but a different type of beauty has been carved into its craggy ridges. The seven ‘sister’ La Jolla caves are a unique attraction that have piqued the interest of curious onlookers since 1902, when Sunny Jim Cave was first discovered. They aren’t far from La Jolla Cove, and although they are not accessible by land, the other six sea caves possess their own distinctive attributes – and some are even the source of notable local legends.
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La Jolla Kayak
2199 Avenida De La PlayaKayak, Snorkel or just walk along the coast.
The coastline of La Jolla, San Diego showcases stunning views of the Pacific, rocky cliffs, and the occasional “Dr. Seuss” tree; but a different type of beauty has been carved into its craggy ridges. The seven ‘sister’ La Jolla caves are a unique attraction that have piqued the interest of curious onlookers since 1902, when Sunny Jim Cave was first discovered. They aren’t far from La Jolla Cove, and although they are not accessible by land, the other six sea caves possess their own distinctive attributes – and some are even the source of notable local legends.
The Oceanside Harbor is a great place to rent a kayak or stand up paddle board.
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Oceanside Boat Rentals
256 S Harbor DrThe Oceanside Harbor is a great place to rent a kayak or stand up paddle board.
Encinitas Skate Plaza
429 Santa Fe DrGreat skatepark lots of good skaters and the occasional pro sighting.