Barry’s guidebook
Food scene
One of our favorite local restaurants in the town of SEH. Great food, beer and wine. Also the brunch is amazing!
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San Elijo Vine & Tap
1231 Elfin Forest Rd WOne of our favorite local restaurants in the town of SEH. Great food, beer and wine. Also the brunch is amazing!
Really good mexican food in SEH town - the tortilla soup is yummy. Casual, indoor and outdoor seating. They cater for parties as well.
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Lourdes Mexican Food
2113 San Elijo AveReally good mexican food in SEH town - the tortilla soup is yummy. Casual, indoor and outdoor seating. They cater for parties as well.
San Elijo Hills - This small town is less than a mile from our place. It's a great place to walk around, grab a bite to eat or a drink. There is also a Albertsons, Savon Pharmacy and Chevron Gas station in town. The SEH Fountain and park in the middle of town is also a great place to sit and enjoy an outdoor picnic.
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San Marcos
San Elijo Hills - This small town is less than a mile from our place. It's a great place to walk around, grab a bite to eat or a drink. There is also a Albertsons, Savon Pharmacy and Chevron Gas station in town. The SEH Fountain and park in the middle of town is also a great place to sit and enjoy an outdoor picnic.
Carlsbad's newest craft brewery that's everyone's new favorite. Try their popular Treevana IPA. The brewery does not have a restaurant, but they do have food trucks come by on certain days. Check their website for hours.
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Burgeon Beer Co.
6350 Yarrow DrCarlsbad's newest craft brewery that's everyone's new favorite. Try their popular Treevana IPA. The brewery does not have a restaurant, but they do have food trucks come by on certain days. Check their website for hours.
World famous Stone Brewery has amazing beer, food and an incredible dining experience both inside or out in the garden. A must see while you are in San Diego. Check their website for tours of the brewery - we highly recommend.
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Stone Brewing
1999 Citracado ParkwyWorld famous Stone Brewery has amazing beer, food and an incredible dining experience both inside or out in the garden. A must see while you are in San Diego. Check their website for tours of the brewery - we highly recommend.
Located on the beach in Cardiff. One of the very few restaurants in San Diego that is right on the beach with amazing sunset views and great food. A wonderful place to dine for special occasions.
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Pacific Coast Grill
2526 S Coast Hwy 101Located on the beach in Cardiff. One of the very few restaurants in San Diego that is right on the beach with amazing sunset views and great food. A wonderful place to dine for special occasions.
A local favorite mexican restaurant in Cardiff. The margaritas are amazing too.
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Las Olas
2655 S Coast Hwy 101A local favorite mexican restaurant in Cardiff. The margaritas are amazing too.
Nearby Shopping Center in Carlsbad has movie theatre, grocery store, 24 hour fitness center and several good restaurants.
Town Center Place
Town Center PlaceNearby Shopping Center in Carlsbad has movie theatre, grocery store, 24 hour fitness center and several good restaurants.
Bushfire Kitchen - La Costa
3433 Via MontebelloLocated at La Costa Town Center, about 7-8 minute drive.
Lots of great restaurants at Carlsbad’s Bressi Ranch VIllage about 15 minutes away - off Palomar Airport road. Includes Mendocino Farms, Baja Fresh, Fish District, Luna Grill, and more. Also has a Sprouts and Stater Brothers. Pretty at night with all the lights.
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Bressi Ranch
Lots of great restaurants at Carlsbad’s Bressi Ranch VIllage about 15 minutes away - off Palomar Airport road. Includes Mendocino Farms, Baja Fresh, Fish District, Luna Grill, and more. Also has a Sprouts and Stater Brothers. Pretty at night with all the lights.
Sets Kitchen and Bar
1628 San Elijo RoadMendocino Farms
8795 Villa La Jolla DrThe Bier Garden of Encinitas
641 S Coast Hwy 101Local restaurant that open in Spring 2023 with indoor and outdoor seating.
The Hills pub and eatery San Elijo
Local restaurant that open in Spring 2023 with indoor and outdoor seating.
City/town information
Coastal beach town less than 10-15 miles from our place, featuring some of the best beaches, restaurants and shopping in North San Diego County. Moonlight Beach is our favorite beach located in Encinitas.
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Encinitas
Coastal beach town less than 10-15 miles from our place, featuring some of the best beaches, restaurants and shopping in North San Diego County. Moonlight Beach is our favorite beach located in Encinitas.
Ponto Beach in Carlsbad is another favorite spot - located in south Carlsbad just straight down La Costa avenue and you'll hit the sand.
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Carlsbad
Ponto Beach in Carlsbad is another favorite spot - located in south Carlsbad just straight down La Costa avenue and you'll hit the sand.
Sightseeing
A must see, 10 miles away near the Carlsbad Outlet mall. The best time to view the flowers is usually mid-March through Mid-April, with Easter being optimal time.
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Flower Fields Way
Flower Fields WayA must see, 10 miles away near the Carlsbad Outlet mall. The best time to view the flowers is usually mid-March through Mid-April, with Easter being optimal time.
Elfin Forest is one of the best places to hike in San Diego County. Hike the "Way Up Trail" for great views from the top - about 5 miles round trip.
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Elfin Forest Recreational Reserve
8833 Harmony Grove RdElfin Forest is one of the best places to hike in San Diego County. Hike the "Way Up Trail" for great views from the top - about 5 miles round trip.
Another favorite place to hike in San Diego. Del Mar also has a great coastal town to walk around and shop or dine while you are there. For more shopping and eateries in Del Mar, head to One Paseo shopping center.
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I-Torrey Pines State Reserve
12600 North Torrey Pines RoadAnother favorite place to hike in San Diego. Del Mar also has a great coastal town to walk around and shop or dine while you are there. For more shopping and eateries in Del Mar, head to One Paseo shopping center.
LEGOLAND California
One Legoland DrGreat place to bring young children.
Carlsbad Aquafarm
4522 Carlsbad BlvdShopping
Good place to shop and get great deals on brand named shoes, clothes, houseware and more. Gets very busy on the weekend, so suggest shopping middle of week if you can.
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Carlsbad Premium Outlets
5620 Paseo Del NorteGood place to shop and get great deals on brand named shoes, clothes, houseware and more. Gets very busy on the weekend, so suggest shopping middle of week if you can.
Recreation
La Costa Golf Course
Entertainment
A luxury new cinema at the La Costa town square is a very special treat to watch a movie and have dinner at the same time.
Cinépolis Luxury Cinemas La Costa Town Square
3434 Via MercatoA luxury new cinema at the La Costa town square is a very special treat to watch a movie and have dinner at the same time.
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North San Diego Hot Spots
North SD Coastal is known for its world-famous beaches, surf breaks, micro-breweries and attractions including Carlsbad Flower Fields, Legoland, Torrey Pines and La Costa golf courses. It's also an easy drive to the San Diego Zoo, Safari Park and downtown and less than 2 hours to Disneyland/LA. Elfin Forest is located in North San Diego County, a hidden gem in the countryside, close to beaches and coastal towns.
Hiking and biking is popular in North San Diego. There are amazing bike trails in the countryside as well as all along the coast.