Guidebook for San Diego
Food Scene
Easygoing Thai restaurant dishing up classic curries, stir-fries & noodles in a simple setting. Currently take-out only.
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Bangkok Spices Thai Restaurant
3627 30th StEasygoing Thai restaurant dishing up classic curries, stir-fries & noodles in a simple setting. Currently take-out only.
New Maxim's Palace
2810 El Cajon BlvdSimple spot offering familiar Chinese dishes, such as chow mein & broccoli beef.
Hole-in-the-wall taqueria offering a traditional menu for drive-through or walk-up service. Host recommendation: Carne asada chips.
12 abantu bendawo batusa
Rolberto's Taco Shop
3462 Adams AveHole-in-the-wall taqueria offering a traditional menu for drive-through or walk-up service. Host recommendation: Carne asada chips.
Subway
4641-4643 College AveGood, close Subway
Carl's Jr
#502 Int P.º EnsenadaGood close Carl's Jr./Green Burrito
Jack in the Box
9380 Mira Mesa BlvdNewly renovated Jack in the Box
Hip eatery with an open roof offering meatballs, soft-serve ice cream & a large selection of sodas. Also have vegetarian options, plus excellent seasonal pies! Nice atmosphere, family-style seating.
96 abantu bendawo batusa
Soda & Swine
2943 Adams AveHip eatery with an open roof offering meatballs, soft-serve ice cream & a large selection of sodas. Also have vegetarian options, plus excellent seasonal pies! Nice atmosphere, family-style seating.
Casual Hawaiian eatery offering traditional pupus & other dishes, plus island-style burgers & wings.
24 abantu bendawo batusa
Chris' Ono Grinds Island Grill - North Park
4506 30th StCasual Hawaiian eatery offering traditional pupus & other dishes, plus island-style burgers & wings.
Casual carry-out joint with 2 tables for eating-in offers pizza, pasta, salads & sandwiches. Lots of yummy desserts too!
D'Angelo Pizzeria
4592 30th StCasual carry-out joint with 2 tables for eating-in offers pizza, pasta, salads & sandwiches. Lots of yummy desserts too!
Stylish spot serving house-roasted French-press, pour-over & cold-brew coffee, plus vegan donuts.
236 abantu bendawo batusa
Dark Horse Coffee Roasters
3260 Adams AveStylish spot serving house-roasted French-press, pour-over & cold-brew coffee, plus vegan donuts.
Sonic Drive-In
2829 El Cajon BlvdNew Sonic, half-price shakes after 8 PM!
Casual spot for classic American eats including the namesake chicken pot pie & baked goods.
17 abantu bendawo batusa
San Diego Chicken Pie Shop
2633 El Cajon BlvdCasual spot for classic American eats including the namesake chicken pot pie & baked goods.
Taco Bell
2626 El Cajon BlvdGood close Taco Bell
Counter-service spot revered for its pork sandwiches, craft beer & local veggies.
162 abantu bendawo batusa
Carnitas' Snack Shack - North Park
2632 University AvenueCounter-service spot revered for its pork sandwiches, craft beer & local veggies.
Pour-overs, espresso drinks & Belgian street waffles served in a stylish & amiable atmosphere.
47 abantu bendawo batusa
Coffee & Tea Collective
2911 El Cajon BlvdPour-overs, espresso drinks & Belgian street waffles served in a stylish & amiable atmosphere.
International pastry shop stocking sweet & savory fritters, plus American donuts.
53 abantu bendawo batusa
Nomad Donuts
3102 University AveInternational pastry shop stocking sweet & savory fritters, plus American donuts.
Small, vegetarian-friendly shop with a wholesome menu of fruit smoothies & salads, plus tortas.
27 abantu bendawo batusa
Senor Mangos
4607 30th StSmall, vegetarian-friendly shop with a wholesome menu of fruit smoothies & salads, plus tortas.
This funky, informal eatery with late-night hours offers American classics for breakfast, lunch & dinner.
Lil B's
2611 El Cajon BlvdThis funky, informal eatery with late-night hours offers American classics for breakfast, lunch & dinner.
Chic eatery with a swanky 1950s vibe serves elevated American fare, buzzed-about pie & cocktails.
144 abantu bendawo batusa
Great Maple
1451 Washington StChic eatery with a swanky 1950s vibe serves elevated American fare, buzzed-about pie & cocktails.
Cafe & coffeehouse open 24 hours has an extensive menu & free WiFi, plus nightly music or comedy.
77 abantu bendawo batusa
Stepping Stone of California
Cafe & coffeehouse open 24 hours has an extensive menu & free WiFi, plus nightly music or comedy.
This popsicle shop featuring creative flavors uses locally sourced, organic fruits & herbs.
10 abantu bendawo batusa
Viva Pops
3330 Adams AveThis popsicle shop featuring creative flavors uses locally sourced, organic fruits & herbs.
Local spot for small-batch ice cream & sorbet in flavors like Mexican Chocolate & Banana Walnut.
42 abantu bendawo batusa
Mariposa Ice Cream
3450 Adams AveLocal spot for small-batch ice cream & sorbet in flavors like Mexican Chocolate & Banana Walnut.
Cheesecake is made in dozens of flavors at this bakery that serves coffee & has a few tables.
Incredible Cheesecake Company
3161 Adams AveCheesecake is made in dozens of flavors at this bakery that serves coffee & has a few tables.
Closest In-N-Out - Classic California-based burger chain serving customizable patties, hand-cut fries & thick shakes.
64 abantu bendawo batusa
In-N-Out Burger
2910 Damon AveClosest In-N-Out - Classic California-based burger chain serving customizable patties, hand-cut fries & thick shakes.
Circa-1949 spot with old-timey decor & booth seating serves classic diner fare around the clock.
18 abantu bendawo batusa
Rudford's Restaurant
2900 El Cajon BlvdCirca-1949 spot with old-timey decor & booth seating serves classic diner fare around the clock.
Gourmet burger spot boasting unexpected options like kangaroo & antelope patties in a basic setting.
34 abantu bendawo batusa
Crazee Burger
3993 30th StGourmet burger spot boasting unexpected options like kangaroo & antelope patties in a basic setting.
Well-lit Thai bistro with a plant-filled dining room serving classic curries & stir-fries.
19 abantu bendawo batusa
Thai Time North Park
4102 30th StWell-lit Thai bistro with a plant-filled dining room serving classic curries & stir-fries.
Hipster cafe & espresso bar offering sandwiches, salads & a wide selection of craft canned beers.
24 abantu bendawo batusa
Young Hickory North Park
4096 30th StHipster cafe & espresso bar offering sandwiches, salads & a wide selection of craft canned beers.
Seafood & other creative American fare along with a rotating selection of brews in a relaxed room.
24 abantu bendawo batusa
Ritual Tavern
4095 30th StSeafood & other creative American fare along with a rotating selection of brews in a relaxed room.
Pizza shop for Sicilian & thin-crust pies or slices, daily specials, draft beers & limited seating.
27 abantu bendawo batusa
Sicilian Thing Pizza
4046 30th StPizza shop for Sicilian & thin-crust pies or slices, daily specials, draft beers & limited seating.
Gourmet eatery presenting a seasonal menu of world cuisines, boasting a cozy patio & weekend brunch.
40 abantu bendawo batusa
Hanna's Gourmet
2864 Adams AveGourmet eatery presenting a seasonal menu of world cuisines, boasting a cozy patio & weekend brunch.
Sleek space featuring sushi with inventive ingredients such as filet mignon or bacon.
15 abantu bendawo batusa
Sabuku Sushi
3027 Adams AveSleek space featuring sushi with inventive ingredients such as filet mignon or bacon.
Antiques-laden spot for homestyle American food, known for its generously portioned breakfasts.
34 abantu bendawo batusa
Antique Row Cafe
3002 Adams AveAntiques-laden spot for homestyle American food, known for its generously portioned breakfasts.
Casual cafe with housemade sweets & sandwiches, plus custom-designed cakes for special occasions.
37 abantu bendawo batusa
Twiggs Bakery & Coffeehouse
2804 Adams AveCasual cafe with housemade sweets & sandwiches, plus custom-designed cakes for special occasions.
Welcoming spot for Californian fare where the focus is organic ingredients & farm-to-bar cocktails.
73 abantu bendawo batusa
Cafe 21 University Heights
2736 Adams AveWelcoming spot for Californian fare where the focus is organic ingredients & farm-to-bar cocktails.
Ethiopian dishes including vegetarian options served in unassuming digs, with some outdoor tables.
9 abantu bendawo batusa
Harar Restaurant
Ethiopian dishes including vegetarian options served in unassuming digs, with some outdoor tables.
African art lines the walls at this casual East African spot serving up curries, stews & sambusas.
14 abantu bendawo batusa
Flavors of East Africa
2322 El Cajon BlvdAfrican art lines the walls at this casual East African spot serving up curries, stews & sambusas.
Borscht, blini & other Russian fare in a homey, candlelit space with occasional live music.
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Pomegranate
2312 El Cajon BlvdBorscht, blini & other Russian fare in a homey, candlelit space with occasional live music.
Casual eatery serving wings, ribs & tenders with a variety of sauces, plus various sides.
New York Buffalo Wings
2940 El Cajon BlvdCasual eatery serving wings, ribs & tenders with a variety of sauces, plus various sides.
Hole-in-the-wall with nice covered patio serving award-winning paninis, fresh salads and tasty soup. Open 11-4, 12-4 on weekends, closed Monday.
SD Soup Shoppe
2850 El Cajon BlvdHole-in-the-wall with nice covered patio serving award-winning paninis, fresh salads and tasty soup. Open 11-4, 12-4 on weekends, closed Monday.
Go-to choice for classic Japanese dishes such as nigiri, sushi & tonkatsu in sleek environs. Excellent selection of top-shelf sake.
29 abantu bendawo batusa
Saiko Sake and Sushi Bar
2884 University AveGo-to choice for classic Japanese dishes such as nigiri, sushi & tonkatsu in sleek environs. Excellent selection of top-shelf sake.
Drinks & Nightlife
Dog-friendly tasting room features a range of housemade beers in a welcoming, industrial-chic space.
65 abantu bendawo batusa
Belching Beaver North Park
4223 30th StDog-friendly tasting room features a range of housemade beers in a welcoming, industrial-chic space.
Dog-friendly tasting room featuring house-made local beer, nice atmosphere.
100 abantu bendawo batusa
Fall Brewing Company
4542 30th StDog-friendly tasting room featuring house-made local beer, nice atmosphere.
Rustic-modern brewery is a go-to for an array of draft microbrews served in an open, wooden venue.
23 abantu bendawo batusa
Poor House Brewing Company
4494 30th StreetRustic-modern brewery is a go-to for an array of draft microbrews served in an open, wooden venue.
2850 El Cajon Blvd
2850 El Cajon BoulevardBarn Brewery - New tasting room with a cool rustic atmosphere, tasty local beer.
Spacious, bi-level hangout with tons of board & video games, plus pub-food favorites & cocktails.
Tabletop Commons
1263 University AveSpacious, bi-level hangout with tons of board & video games, plus pub-food favorites & cocktails.
Apothecary-esque bar offers craft cocktails & microbrews in a stylish, retro space with an atrium. Can get food from Soda and Swine next door.
245 abantu bendawo batusa
Polite Provisions
4696 30th StApothecary-esque bar offers craft cocktails & microbrews in a stylish, retro space with an atrium. Can get food from Soda and Swine next door.
Modern, family-friendly hangout featuring a tasting room, board games & brewery views.
108 abantu bendawo batusa
Mike Hess Brewing, North Park
3812 Grim AveModern, family-friendly hangout featuring a tasting room, board games & brewery views.
Award winning brewery and beer-centric eatery join forces.
27 abantu bendawo batusa
Rip Current Brewing North Park
4101 30th StAward winning brewery and beer-centric eatery join forces.
Folks pass time at this cocktail-&-beer specialist playing its many arcade classics & other games.
121 abantu bendawo batusa
Coin-Op Game Room
3926 30th StFolks pass time at this cocktail-&-beer specialist playing its many arcade classics & other games.
Neighborhood bar for casual drinks & bites plus popular karaoke & other theme nights.
36 abantu bendawo batusa
Redwing Bar & Grill
4012 30th StNeighborhood bar for casual drinks & bites plus popular karaoke & other theme nights.
Unreal selection of bottled beer; probably one of San Diego's favorite beer bars.
57 abantu bendawo batusa
Toronado San Diego
4026 30th StUnreal selection of bottled beer; probably one of San Diego's favorite beer bars.
Craft brews & creative eats such as wood-fired sandwiches in a casual pub space with picnic tables.
94 abantu bendawo batusa
Tiger!Tiger!
3025 El Cajon BlvdCraft brews & creative eats such as wood-fired sandwiches in a casual pub space with picnic tables.
Neighborhood bar/venue with a full bar & 16 craft beers on tap. The Hideout caters to music lovers of all genres - Check out the calendar for upcoming events. https://thehideoutsd.wordpress.com/
8 abantu bendawo batusa
The Hideout
3519 El Cajon BlvdNeighborhood bar/venue with a full bar & 16 craft beers on tap. The Hideout caters to music lovers of all genres - Check out the calendar for upcoming events. https://thehideoutsd.wordpress.com/
Neighborhood bar offers cocktails, brews & grub in a comfy space decked out with sports memorabilia.
Cricket's Pub
3339 El Cajon BlvdNeighborhood bar offers cocktails, brews & grub in a comfy space decked out with sports memorabilia.
Laid-back watering hole with drinks, late-night dancing with live DJs & an old-school office theme.
32 abantu bendawo batusa
The Office
3936 30th StLaid-back watering hole with drinks, late-night dancing with live DJs & an old-school office theme.
Shopping
Alliance for African Assistance: Safari Seconds Thrift Store
6533 El Cajon BlvdGreat local thrift store!
Cool local shop for comics, RPGs, collectible cards, action figures & graphic novels, with tables for gaming & tournaments held in the back.
Villainous Lair Comics & Gaming
3220 Adams AvenueCool local shop for comics, RPGs, collectible cards, action figures & graphic novels, with tables for gaming & tournaments held in the back.
Wall-to-wall folk, R&B, rock & show tune albums fill this compact fixture for hard-to-find sounds.
Folk Arts Rare Records
3610 University AvenueWall-to-wall folk, R&B, rock & show tune albums fill this compact fixture for hard-to-find sounds.
Arts & Culture
Intimate nonprofit theater & lounge showing independent & international films & documentaries.
12 abantu bendawo batusa
Digital Gym CINEMA
1100 El Cajon BlvdIntimate nonprofit theater & lounge showing independent & international films & documentaries.
Everything Else
Vons Pharmacy
6951 El Camino RealNearby pharmacy
Essentials
SoCal supermarket staple for groceries, produce & deli items, plus personal care, home goods & more. Also has deli and bakery.
4145 30th St
4145 30th StreetSoCal supermarket staple for groceries, produce & deli items, plus personal care, home goods & more. Also has deli and bakery.
International grocery store with a robust meat counter, dry goods, produce & hookah supplies.
26 abantu bendawo batusa
North Park Produce
3551 El Cajon BlvdInternational grocery store with a robust meat counter, dry goods, produce & hookah supplies.
Specialty chain offering a range of natural & organic grocery items (most carry beer & wine).
209 abantu bendawo batusa
Sprouts Farmers Market
3015 Clairemont DrSpecialty chain offering a range of natural & organic grocery items (most carry beer & wine).