Guidebook for San Diego
Essentials
Albertsons
655 14th StThere is underground parking (free)
Food Bowl Market & Deli
3035 Cedar StOur favorite local grocer!
This is a Target Express, so not a full size version but has all of the essentials plus a pharmacy.
217 locals recommend
Target
3030 Grape StreetThis is a Target Express, so not a full size version but has all of the essentials plus a pharmacy.
Costco Wholesale
2345 Fenton PkwyBecause...Costco!
David's Friendly Market Liquor & Check Cashing
543 32nd StThey really are friendly! :-)
Parks & Nature
If you're missing your fur baby back home, get a quick pupper fix at the Grape Street dog park! The park offers great views and has access to hiking trails.
26 locals recommend
Grape Street Dog Park
1998 28th StIf you're missing your fur baby back home, get a quick pupper fix at the Grape Street dog park! The park offers great views and has access to hiking trails.
If you're looking for a less crazy beach experience than those offered in OB/PB, check out Windansea beach. Nestled just south of the La Jolla cove, this stretch of beach is secluded with a rocky terrain with small cliffs (check out Google images to really get a feel). Note: Parking can be tough and you may need to walk down steps.
272 locals recommend
Windansea Beach
Neptune PlIf you're looking for a less crazy beach experience than those offered in OB/PB, check out Windansea beach. Nestled just south of the La Jolla cove, this stretch of beach is secluded with a rocky terrain with small cliffs (check out Google images to really get a feel). Note: Parking can be tough and you may need to walk down steps.
Drinks & Nightlife
A little tricky to find, but worth the search once you see the views of Petco Park! Great way to be a part of the action without going to the game. Even better if you are here for a concert, we came were 2 years ago before the Billy Joel show and got to hear him warm up!
14 locals recommend
Fairweather Rooftop Bar
793 J StA little tricky to find, but worth the search once you see the views of Petco Park! Great way to be a part of the action without going to the game. Even better if you are here for a concert, we came were 2 years ago before the Billy Joel show and got to hear him warm up!
One of our favorite music spots, this is an old movie theater converted to a music hall. They took out the seats but kept the original 1920's art deco vibe. They have shows here almost every night of the week, so check them out!
125 locals recommend
The Observatory North Park
2891 University AveOne of our favorite music spots, this is an old movie theater converted to a music hall. They took out the seats but kept the original 1920's art deco vibe. They have shows here almost every night of the week, so check them out!
Food Scene
Fun little cook-your-own spot with an intimate retro décor. Weekends usually has a piano player at night.
168 locals recommend
Turf Supper Club
1116 25th StFun little cook-your-own spot with an intimate retro décor. Weekends usually has a piano player at night.
Starbucks
1206 28th StBecause...Starbucks
Dark Horse Coffee Roasters
3260 Adams AveGreat cold brew and donuts
If you are feeling adventurous, they offer flavored/infused cold brews. I love the banana bread one!
57 locals recommend
Holsem Coffee
2911 University AveIf you are feeling adventurous, they offer flavored/infused cold brews. I love the banana bread one!
Whenever we rent paddle boards or kayaks out of Mission Beach, this is where we go for lunch! Warning: The ride over is always easier than the ride back due to the wind so proceed with caution. The ride back is made even more difficult if you had a cocktail or two with your meal :-)
26 locals recommend
Barefoot Bar & Grill
1404 Vacation RdWhenever we rent paddle boards or kayaks out of Mission Beach, this is where we go for lunch! Warning: The ride over is always easier than the ride back due to the wind so proceed with caution. The ride back is made even more difficult if you had a cocktail or two with your meal :-)
Great spot for food and drinks with indoor/outdoor seating and TVs for you sports lovers! Their avocado toast and buffalo cauliflower are some of the best we've ever had.
37 locals recommend
Fernside
1946 Fern StGreat spot for food and drinks with indoor/outdoor seating and TVs for you sports lovers! Their avocado toast and buffalo cauliflower are some of the best we've ever had.