Kealani's

137 W D St
Encinitas, CA 92024

Ryan V. writes: Ho'cuz! You like go grind? Kealani's get ono grinds cuz! They no get chicken katsu, but they get plenty da kines you know!

Daaaaamn ... It had been a long time since I last visited Kealani's (they still only had a tiny space, but its great to see…

Swami's Cafe

1163 S Coast Hwy 101
Encinitas, CA 92024

ruggy j. writes: This past Saturday was my anniversary w/ the amazingly awesome woman I call my girlfriend. After a long night of partying in Encinitas, Del Mar and Leucadia... and after a stay in a cheapish hotel down the street, we were ready for some solid grub…

Mission Coffee Cup
Neighborhood: La Jolla

1109 Wall St
La Jolla, CA 92037

jen s. writes: It is re-opened! Pretty much the same...not too cozy, service a bit half-assed, but the food is gooood.

Banana-Blackberry pancakes? Gooood.

Avocado scramble? Gooood.

Rosemary toast? Gooood.

You still gotta deal with the La Jolla "scene," but that can be…

Yoga Fuzion

5632 La Jolla Blvd
La Jolla, CA 92037

Drea V. writes: I have been meaning to try Yoga Fuzion for about a year now. Now that I have, I know why I was drawn to it. It is right up there w/ some of my favorite yoga studios in San Diego (once it becomes my place of practice, it may be top of the list). What…

Birch Aquarium At Scripps Institution of Oceanography
Neighborhood: La Jolla Shores

2300 Expedition Way
La Jolla, CA 92037

Ed to the M. writes: These reviews in San Diego stress me out.  Whereas I'm normally the 200th person to review something in San Francisco and the judge, jury, and executioner have already decided the Yelp fate of the business, here in San Diego, I'm normally like the…

Barbarella Restaurant & Bar
Neighborhood: La Jolla Shores

2171 Avenida De La Playa
La Jolla, CA 92037

Liza P. writes: A spicy Bloody Mary, an egg white tomato and basil omelet, and terrific fresh OJ on a foggy spring afternoon in La Jolla... served outside at a delightful little table surrounded by green leafy bushes, and all this enjoyed in rather good company.…

Top of the Cove
Neighborhood: La Jolla

1216 Prospect St
La Jolla, CA 92037

michelle i. writes: ooooh, talk about sweeping ocean views!!! this lovely upscale restaurant is located right on prospect where all the rich people play. one of my favorite dining spots in la jolla. the food is divine, the atmosphere romantic, everything here worked…

Spice & Rice Thai Kitchen
Neighborhood: La Jolla

7734 Girard Ave
Ste C
La Jolla, CA 92037

Mick G. writes: So the food was amazing.
I took a lead from cheese cheese W. and got the Panang Curry Roast Duck.  YUMMY.  The sauce was a bit mild (they called it Medium ... and I am used to Hillcrest mediums ... I think La Jolla Medium is new Mild).  
Appetizers of…

Beef 'N Bun Whistle Stop
Neighborhood: El Cajon

2477 Fletcher Pkwy
El Cajon, CA 92020

Tina C. writes: I found out about Beef and Bun one night while at a friends house,  She yelled to her husband "How about Beef & Bun honey"  I said "Excuse me" We both started laughing and she told me it was the best place for burgers, fries and shakes.  She wasn't…

Flour Power Party Cakes
Neighborhood: El Cajon

2382 Fletcher Pkwy
El Cajon, CA 92020

Tina C. writes: YUMMY! I just went in again to order another cake.  I can't begin to tell you how many cakes I have ordered here throughout the years.  I ordered my first wedding cake years ago to follow-up with a cake for my divorce party 7 years later.  Since then…

Quail Botanical Gardens

230 Quail Gardens Dr
Encinitas, CA 92024

Tina C. writes: Why haven't  I ever been here?  This place is so relaxing and absolutely wonderful.  Planting seeds for the kiddies, botanical gardens throughout, waterfalls, bridges, fruit trees.  Ahhh yes, the fruit trees.  I have to admit it was very hard for me…

El Callejon Restaurant

345 S Coast Highway 101
Encinitas, CA 92024

Craig W. writes: Yes, there are screaming babies here and I'm not just talking about the teens with the tramp stamps.

It's authentic and near the beach and that's good enough, wouldn't you agree?

Chipotle

268 N El Camino Real
Encinitas, CA 92024

Julie G. writes: Believe it or not this is owned by the McDonald's corporation but you would never know it. It is a very clean and stylish fast food Mexican that specializes in meat dishes and naturally chipotle sauce. I don't think they serve fish tacos here so…

LG's Prime Steakhouse
Neighborhood: Gaslamp

789 6th Ave
San Diego, CA 92101

stephy s. writes: I'd like to take this opportunity to talk about one of my favorite things in the whole wide world. You're probably wondering what that most favoritist thing might be (and if you aren't then eff you, I'm trying to be creative here!) Well, that…

Hob Nob Hill
Neighborhood: Banker's Hill

2271 1st Ave
San Diego, CA 92101

Christy R. writes: (To be sung to the tune of "Three Blind Mice" (or "Brush Your Teeth" which was also sung to the tune of "Three Blind Mice" but if you remember the teeth brushing version from Sesame Street, you'll make my day!  But I digress))

Hob Nob Hill
Not a thrill…

Salad Style

807 F St
San Diego, CA 92101

Neil O. writes: in this world filled with fat ass people,
and greasy ass artery clogging food,
its refreshing to know that the only
thing you have to do to get a delicious,
healthy meal is call SALAD STYLE . . ..

Hillcrest Sandwich Co
Neighborhood: Hillcrest

3780 5th Ave
Ste 1
San Diego, CA 92103

Adam V. writes: This place wooed me with their box lunch special. You get chips, a sandwich, a can of soda and a cookie for like 6 bucks. It's a great deal and the homemade style makes this feel like a meal straight out of elementary school. All you need is an apple…

Crest Cafe
Neighborhood: Hillcrest

425 Robinson Ave
San Diego, CA 92103

Michael R. writes: I'm tempted to give this place five stars based on the fact that it was open on Christmas Eve, but I'm not sure it earns a full four stars on its own, so being open when I was desperate merely prevents it from getting three.

My mom and I were hungry…

Nunu's Cocktail Lounge

3537 5th Ave
San Diego, CA 92103

Drue C. writes: I used to live down the street from this place, right next to the mortuary. I would get up in the morning, pull up the shades and there would be Frank Rosenbergs brown cardboard body box being pulled out of the Hearst with the convenient labeling of…

Peet's Coffee & Tea
Neighborhood: Hillcrest

350 University Ave Ste D
San Diego, CA 92103

christina V. writes: "Peeeetttssss'!!  This is what i squeal incessantly every time i pass by this, my favorite coffee shop ever. Really, its like someone stepped on Babe's squiggly tail, and i apologize to everyone who's been trapped in the car with me. I am a huge…

The Lamplighter
Neighborhood: Mission Hills

817 W Washington St
San Diego, CA 92103

Ed to the M. writes: Sir Chinko and the Millionizer were drunk off margaritas and decided that we NEEDED TO BLOW.

Below is a definition of BLOW by The Millionizer from her awesome blog, www.themillionizer.com:
[*Ah, to blow. Sir Chinko and I refer to singing as blowing…

The Shout House
Neighborhood: Gaslamp

655 4th Ave
San Diego, CA 92101

Teej T. writes: You should be so much cooler than you are, Shout House.

You are a lovely concept; two crazy men on dueling pianos shouting and being ridiculous while singing piano covers of pop songs--that part is AMAZING.  If you don't believe me, listen to two…

Greystone the Steak House
Neighborhood: Gaslamp

658 5th Ave
San Diego, CA 92101

stephen l. writes: Greystone is a great steakhouse. Located in the Gaslamp, parking can be a bit of a pain, but then again if you're gonna drop this kinda coin, valet parking is sort of a no brainer. Just pay the valet and enjoy dinner. The food, service, and…

Cafe Chloe

721 9th Ave #1
San Diego, CA 92101

Walker S. writes: I live in a crime free suburban area of San Diego.  Going downtown always seems potentially dangerous and the statistics confirm it.  The San Diego East Village district has the same violent crime index as the Tijuana River Valley (OMG)!  That's bad,…

Red Pearl Kitchen
Neighborhood: East Village, Gaslamp

440 J St.
San Diego, CA 92101

Asil T. writes: Nathan H. took me out here for my introduction to Gaslamp district dining. Thanks Nate!

I'm kind of freaked out by San Diego. I can tell that there are definitely some cool people here, and nice places to eat and drink. That being said, there is a…

The Field
Neighborhood: East Village, Gaslamp

544 5th Ave
San Diego, CA 92101

Jamal G. writes: Playing the Token Black Man can be a lot of fun sometimes... like when I was with a group of 11 white guys all dressed up, head to toe, and I am wearing Jordans... since my boy needed to borrow my dress shoes incase the bars wouldn't let him in…

Ruth's Chris Steak House
Neighborhood: Little Italy

1355 N Harbor Dr
San Diego, CA 92101

Miss Josephine Z. writes: All my friends swear up and down for Ruth's Chris' steak and overall food. Since I've heard so much about this place, I was skeptical about trying chains. I assumed it would be a so-so restaurant with mediocre service with comme ci-comme ca food.

I…

Landlord Jim's

1546 Broadway
San Diego, CA 92101

Ian C. writes: landlord jim's is one of those little dive bars hidden on the outskirts of downtown SD. the grungy decor and urban art suits this place perfectly.  they have one long bar, and a little lounge area that can hold a tight 10-15 people.  it's ambiance…

Ghirardelli Soda Fountain & Chocolate Shop
Neighborhood: Gaslamp

643 5th Ave
San Diego, CA 92101

Allison H. writes: ME:  "I'd like a scoop of chocolate chip in a sugar cone, please!"

CASHIER:  "You can only get chocolate chip in a cake cone."

ME:  " -- "

CASHIER:  "Just kidding."

Ice cream humor.  Hmm.  Good thing the chocolate is so great.

The Old Globe Theater
Neighborhood: Balboa Park

Balboa Park
San Diego, CA 92101

Rachel G. writes: Amazing theater... blah blah blah

Great acoustics...  blah blah blah

They always have top notch plays come through... blah blah blah

But even more important than all that...

I MET UNCLE PHIL THERE THIS WEEKEND!  

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That's right,…

Indigo Grill
Neighborhood: Little Italy

1536 India St
San Diego, CA 92101

ruggy j. writes: Indigo Grill is one of those places where I ask myself, "why don't I come here more often?" I've honestly never disliked anything I've eaten there, and I only really stumble in once a year or so. The Good Things Growing dish is quite possibly one of…

The Onyx Room
Neighborhood: Gaslamp

852 5th Ave
San Diego, CA 92101

Miss Josephine Z. writes: SOOOO MUCH MORE RELAXING THAN THIN!

The connected nightclubs, Onyx and THIN, contrast like day and night. Picture yourself in an intimate, dim room with several pieces lounge furniture, warm tones, and relaxing hiphop tunes circulating the…

Kate O Sessions Park
Neighborhood: Pacific Beach

5115 Soledad Rd
San Diego, CA 92109

Walker S. writes: The park is named for Kate Sessions, a San Diego schoolteacher, horticulturalist and chief landscape designer of world-famous Balboa Park.  It's 79 acres has a great view of the city from atop Lamont St. between PB and La Jolla.  Kids love the open…

Cafe Apasionado
Neighborhood: Pacific Beach

1885 Garnet Avenue
San Diego, CA 92109

Caroll G. writes: I can't say I'm the best person to write a review about coffee, cause I'm only starting out on the stuff. But from what I have tasted at this pretty cool coffee place, is it's one of the best places to experience good coffee. The coffee is made when…

Vons Gas Station
Neighborhood: Pacific Beach

1702 Garnet
c/s Jewell St.
San Diego, CA 92109

Meg M. writes: WHAT?  Vons has a gas station??? YESSSSSS!

The best part about it... with gas prices SUPER high these days... if you spend $50.00+ on one receipt at Vons Grocery store... you get 10 cents off each gallon of gas you buy at their station!  Just for…

Cass Street Bar & Grill
Neighborhood: Pacific Beach

4612 Cass St
San Diego, CA 92109

marwin a. writes: My favorite bar .
The drinks are potent & cheap.  The burgers are equally so.
We've always enjoyed ourselves here mostly because most of the other customers were not your usual pretentious, morons like some beach bars cater to.
The owner of this place…