Guidebook for San Diego
Food Scene
A 7 min walk! To the best casual fish shop (in my opinion) Pacific Beach has to offer. Our fav's include, the TKO taco on flour, the ceviche (shrimp/mahi mix), swordfish sandwich, seaweed salad and shrimp and chips. Really, you can't go wrong with anything!
194 locals recommend
Pacific Beach Fish Shop
1775 Garnet AveA 7 min walk! To the best casual fish shop (in my opinion) Pacific Beach has to offer. Our fav's include, the TKO taco on flour, the ceviche (shrimp/mahi mix), swordfish sandwich, seaweed salad and shrimp and chips. Really, you can't go wrong with anything!
A 6 min Walk! Great breakfast without the crowds of it's sister restaurant Konos at the Pacific Beach peir, which if you don't mind a line, I also highly recommend as they are right on the beach. But if you're just looking for a good, affordable breakfast, this is your place.
14 locals recommend
Konito's Cafe
1730 Garnet AveA 6 min Walk! Great breakfast without the crowds of it's sister restaurant Konos at the Pacific Beach peir, which if you don't mind a line, I also highly recommend as they are right on the beach. But if you're just looking for a good, affordable breakfast, this is your place.
9 min walk! I haven't been here a whole lot, but everyone seems to enjoy it, and it's so close! Worth checking out.
108 locals recommend
Costa Brava
1653 Garnet Ave9 min walk! I haven't been here a whole lot, but everyone seems to enjoy it, and it's so close! Worth checking out.
We frequent Cafe Athen. Excellent greek food! If you're looking for something close and easy, this is your spot. Although it's nice to eat there, we usually pickup and eat at home.
40 locals recommend
Cafe Athena
1846 Garnet AveWe frequent Cafe Athen. Excellent greek food! If you're looking for something close and easy, this is your spot. Although it's nice to eat there, we usually pickup and eat at home.
By far our favorite thai. I've recommended to many of our guest, and every single one commented on how much they loved this hidden gem, only a 7 min drive. Great to eat in or take out. If you eat in they do allow you to bring your own wine and beer for a small fee. Our favorite dishes include, pineapple fried rice, pad see ewe, pad thai, beef jerky, and the tom kah soup. Enjoy!
16 locals recommend
Turmeric Thai Kitchen
6435 Caminito BlythefieldBy far our favorite thai. I've recommended to many of our guest, and every single one commented on how much they loved this hidden gem, only a 7 min drive. Great to eat in or take out. If you eat in they do allow you to bring your own wine and beer for a small fee. Our favorite dishes include, pineapple fried rice, pad see ewe, pad thai, beef jerky, and the tom kah soup. Enjoy!
I almost hate to recommend because the restaurant is nothing to write home about, but the food is oh so good! And you can be there in less then a 5 min walk.
10 locals recommend
Pho Sao Bien Restaurant
1958 Garnet AveI almost hate to recommend because the restaurant is nothing to write home about, but the food is oh so good! And you can be there in less then a 5 min walk.
If you have kids, you'll love the catamaran Happy Hour. Great food and drinks and kid friendly atmosphere on the bay. We like to start at Fanuel park, which is also on the bay, about 10min walk, and then head over for some appetizers and drinks There is also a lawn with a great climbing tree for the kiddos.
92 locals recommend
Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa
3999 Mission BlvdIf you have kids, you'll love the catamaran Happy Hour. Great food and drinks and kid friendly atmosphere on the bay. We like to start at Fanuel park, which is also on the bay, about 10min walk, and then head over for some appetizers and drinks There is also a lawn with a great climbing tree for the kiddos.
Caroline's Seaside Cafe
Kennel WayGreat food, reasonably priced with a million dollar view!
The Fishery
5040 Cass StGreat food. Nice ambiance. Highly recommend!
Amazing sushi! I would recommend making reservations or going early, because it is very popular with the locals. Not cheap, but well worth it.
146 locals recommend
Sushi Ota
4529 Mission Bay DrAmazing sushi! I would recommend making reservations or going early, because it is very popular with the locals. Not cheap, but well worth it.
Great, new, spot for dinner in Bird Rock La Jolla. Super family friendly with a great selection of beers.
24 locals recommend
Wheat & Water
5737 La Jolla BlvdGreat, new, spot for dinner in Bird Rock La Jolla. Super family friendly with a great selection of beers.
I don't know where they came up with so many different, unique pizza's. It's amazing and they deliver!
19 locals recommend
Mr. Moto Pizza House
4653 Mission BlvdI don't know where they came up with so many different, unique pizza's. It's amazing and they deliver!
I'm not exaggerating when I say these portions are BIG. You might want to share.
185 locals recommend
Hash House A Go Go
3628 Fifth AveI'm not exaggerating when I say these portions are BIG. You might want to share.
If you're looking for some authentic Mexican Food, this is your place! Be prepared to wait in line, as it's a popular spot.
132 locals recommend
The Taco Stand
621 Pearl StIf you're looking for some authentic Mexican Food, this is your place! Be prepared to wait in line, as it's a popular spot.
Affordable, tasty, breakfast spot at the end of Garnet near the Pacific Beach pier. Have breakfast then take a walk along the PB boardwalk.
208 locals recommend
Kono's Cafe
704 Garnet AveAffordable, tasty, breakfast spot at the end of Garnet near the Pacific Beach pier. Have breakfast then take a walk along the PB boardwalk.
Harney Sushi
Another Old Town favorite, Harney Sushi!
Looking for a change of scenery, walk the shops in old town and stop for a margarita/dinner at Old Town Mexican Cafe.
92 locals recommend
Old Town Mexican Cafe
2489 San Diego AvenueLooking for a change of scenery, walk the shops in old town and stop for a margarita/dinner at Old Town Mexican Cafe.
Drinks & Nightlife
Beaumonts is an all around good stop. Not only do they have great food and drinks, on Friday and Saturday nights they have live music and dancing! Maybe a 10min drive.
107 locals recommend
Beaumont's
5662 La Jolla BlvdBeaumonts is an all around good stop. Not only do they have great food and drinks, on Friday and Saturday nights they have live music and dancing! Maybe a 10min drive.
George's at the Cove
1250 Prospect StFine dining with a stunning ocean view!
San Diego Attractions
Seaworld is great for kids and adults of all ages. In addition to the animal exhibits, they have several rollercoasters!
1754 locals recommend
SeaWorld San Diego
500 Sea World Dr.Seaworld is great for kids and adults of all ages. In addition to the animal exhibits, they have several rollercoasters!
LEGOLAND California
One Legoland DrDrive 40mins north to the popular Legoland
San Diego Zoo
2920 Zoo DrHikes & Fitness
This family friendly hike has many trails all with amazing views!
1108 locals recommend
Torrey Pines State Reserve
12600 North Torrey Pines RoadThis family friendly hike has many trails all with amazing views!
Fitness West
1880 Garnet AveLooking for a workout? This guy is a quick 5 min walk south.