Living on the Boulevard
Things to Do
Purchase a day pass to the pool, enjoy a summer pool party, eat at the restaurant, or check out where they filmed Top Gun!
38 locals recommend
The Lafayette Hotel, Swim Club & Bungalows
2223 El Cajon BlvdPurchase a day pass to the pool, enjoy a summer pool party, eat at the restaurant, or check out where they filmed Top Gun!
Gilly's
2306 El Cajon BlvdWalkable local dive bar
Park & Rec
4612 Park BlvdLive music in "the garage" and great cocktails
Clos Wine Shop
4521 Park BlvdCute wine shop with nice patio and snacks
Flicks
1017 University AveGo-to gay bar for all night dancing and drinks
Coin-Op Game Room
3926 30th StArcade and bar
The Observatory North Park
2891 University AveMusic venue
Redwing Bar & Grill
4012 30th StKaraoke every night!
Polite Provisions
4696 30th StCraft cocktails with a hip vibe
Play golf, tennis, frisbee golf, swim, or picnic in this huge park
36 locals recommend
Morley Field Sports Complex
2221 Morley Field DrPlay golf, tennis, frisbee golf, swim, or picnic in this huge park
Kairoa Brewing Company
4601 Park BlvdNew Zealand brewery
Pure Project North Park
2867 El Cajon BoulevardBrewery with expansive patio
Neighborhoods
University Heights
Hip food and nightlife
So many places to eat and drink, great brunch options, music venues, shopping, etc.
439 locals recommend
North Park
So many places to eat and drink, great brunch options, music venues, shopping, etc.
Saturday farmers market, LGBT+ friendly, lots of food, drinks, and nightlife.
369 locals recommend
Hillcrest
3960 Normal StSaturday farmers market, LGBT+ friendly, lots of food, drinks, and nightlife.
Food scene
Red Fox Room and Steakhouse
2200 El Cajon BlvdHistoric piano bar and steakhouse
Madison
4622 Park BlvdGreat brunch or dinner and cocktails
You won't know this Thai food is vegetarian! Its so good.
98 locals recommend
Plumeria Vegetarian Restaurant
4661 Park BlvdYou won't know this Thai food is vegetarian! Its so good.
Parkhouse Eatery
4574 Park BlvdGreat brunch!
Basilicò La Pizzeria
4207 Park BoulevardGreat pizza and Italian in a secret garden style patio setting
Rare Society
4130 Park BoulevardTop notch steakhouse
Riki Sushi
3930 30th StMy fave sushi spot!
Mama's Bakery & Deli
4237 Alabama StWalkable deli for Lebanese inspired treats
Café Madeleine North Park
2850 El Cajon BlvdFrench bistro
Rudford's Restaurant
2900 El Cajon BlvdClassic diner, open late
Barn Brewery
2850 El Cajon BlvdBurgers and beer
Great Maple
1451 Washington StDiner with great brunch
The Friendly Tavern
2632 University AveBest burgers in San Diego!
Piacere Mio
1947 Fern StMy favorite Italian spot
KINDRED
1503 30th StSatanic Vegan
You will wait an hour or more to order and receive your BBQ but its the best in town!
60 locals recommend
Grand Ole BBQ Y Asado
3302 32nd StYou will wait an hour or more to order and receive your BBQ but its the best in town!
Et Voilà! French Bistro
3015 Adams AveMy favorite French spot
City Dragon
2885 El Cajon BoulevardBest Chinese take out
Fortunate Son
2943 Adams AveBest bougie Chinese takeout
Communal Coffee
2335 University AveInstagrammable coffee spot with tasty brews
Abay Ethiopian market and restaurant
2425 El Cajon BoulevardFavorite Ethiopian food
Barrel & Board
1027 University AvenueFood is better when its served as a board!
Pomegranate
2312 El Cajon BlvdGeorgian cuisine
Olympic Cafe
2310 University AveFavorite Greek spot
Hip location for southern comfort food and cocktails on the patio
16 locals recommend
Louisiana Purchase
2305 University AveHip location for southern comfort food and cocktails on the patio
Taste of African Cuisine
5241 University AveAfrican cuisine
Pizzeria Luigi
1137 25th StLocal favorite for quick pizza by the slice
Red House Pizza
4615 Park BlvdAllergy friendly and delicious pizza and pasta options
Colima's Mexican Food
2302 University AvenueGo-to for late night drunk Mexican food
Shank & Bone
2930 University AveCustomizable Pho and Vietnamese
Sightseeing
Tons of hiking/biking/walking paths, museums galore, dog parks, picnic locales, and dining.
3290 locals recommend
Balboa Park
Tons of hiking/biking/walking paths, museums galore, dog parks, picnic locales, and dining.
San Diego Zoo
2920 Zoo DrBest zoo in the country! Must see.
Trolley Barn Park
1943 Adams AvePark with views of the valley