Guidebook for San Diego
Drinks & Nightlife
Gaslamp Quarter is Downtown San Diego’s urban playground. Millions of locals, tourists and conventioneers converge upon this world-class destination for its premiere dining, nightlife and entertainment offerings.
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Gaslamp Quarter
Gaslamp Quarter is Downtown San Diego’s urban playground. Millions of locals, tourists and conventioneers converge upon this world-class destination for its premiere dining, nightlife and entertainment offerings.
This a relaxed bar with lots of windows that feature ocean views.
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Wonderland Ocean Pub
5083 Santa Monica AveThis a relaxed bar with lots of windows that feature ocean views.
Casual bar food and drinks with lively dance floor. I find this place is less crowded and less expensive than the bars downtown.
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True North Tavern
3815 30th StCasual bar food and drinks with lively dance floor. I find this place is less crowded and less expensive than the bars downtown.
Really great place with some interesting beers and they also have tacos, I know Thursday nights they have live Jazz and gets a bit busy but place is still very inviting .
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BORDER X BREWING
2181 Logan AveReally great place with some interesting beers and they also have tacos, I know Thursday nights they have live Jazz and gets a bit busy but place is still very inviting .
Another recent addition to the Little Italy scene, Topside Terrace Kitchen and Bar is located atop the newly rebranded Hotel Republic. It’s a decidedly relaxed, yet refined, spot that doesn’t attract too large of crowds and plies visitors with delicious dishes
Topside Terrace Kitchen & Bar
421 W B StAnother recent addition to the Little Italy scene, Topside Terrace Kitchen and Bar is located atop the newly rebranded Hotel Republic. It’s a decidedly relaxed, yet refined, spot that doesn’t attract too large of crowds and plies visitors with delicious dishes
Firehouse has become a Pacific Beach institution by focusing on two things: offering an excellent boozy brunch during the daytime (try the chicken and waffles), and really leaning into the dance lounge vibes at night, all with an ocean view. It inevitably will be crowded almost any night, as those looking to cut a rug flock to it in packs (Firehouse has DJs spinning house music multiple times a week), but it never feels uncomfortable due to how well the highly exposed rooftop catches a breeze.
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Firehouse American Eatery & Lounge
722 Grand AveFirehouse has become a Pacific Beach institution by focusing on two things: offering an excellent boozy brunch during the daytime (try the chicken and waffles), and really leaning into the dance lounge vibes at night, all with an ocean view. It inevitably will be crowded almost any night, as those looking to cut a rug flock to it in packs (Firehouse has DJs spinning house music multiple times a week), but it never feels uncomfortable due to how well the highly exposed rooftop catches a breeze.
At 22 stories, ALTITUDE is the highest open-air rooftop bar in the area, which means you’ll have better views of the city here than anywhere else. In addition to the bird’s eve view of the city, ALTITUDE’s location next to Petco Park also means you can catch a free ball game, which -- given how godawful the Padres are -- is the perfect price. The bar rarely has a cover, but it does have a dress code, so don’t show up dressed like you just rolled out of bed and you should be good.
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Altitude Sky Lounge
660 K StAt 22 stories, ALTITUDE is the highest open-air rooftop bar in the area, which means you’ll have better views of the city here than anywhere else. In addition to the bird’s eve view of the city, ALTITUDE’s location next to Petco Park also means you can catch a free ball game, which -- given how godawful the Padres are -- is the perfect price. The bar rarely has a cover, but it does have a dress code, so don’t show up dressed like you just rolled out of bed and you should be good.
Upper East Bar is a rooftop pool bar in the middle of Gaslamp is great, but a rooftop pool bar in Gaslamp without a cover is an absolute dream come true. A companion to the hotel restaurant downstairs, this spot (formerly called LoungeSix and recently rebranded as Upper East Bar)
Solamar San Diego
435 Sixth AveUpper East Bar is a rooftop pool bar in the middle of Gaslamp is great, but a rooftop pool bar in Gaslamp without a cover is an absolute dream come true. A companion to the hotel restaurant downstairs, this spot (formerly called LoungeSix and recently rebranded as Upper East Bar)
Of all the rooftops on this list, the Rooftop by STK atop the Andaz in Gaslamp is arguably the clubbiest, but that’s not necessarily a bad thing. STK hosts some great pool parties, and the music director always brings solid DJ acts. Go, get in the pool and have some fun.
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The Rooftop by STK
600 F StOf all the rooftops on this list, the Rooftop by STK atop the Andaz in Gaslamp is arguably the clubbiest, but that’s not necessarily a bad thing. STK hosts some great pool parties, and the music director always brings solid DJ acts. Go, get in the pool and have some fun.
SUNBURN is the ultimate day party in San Diego, set atop the Hard Rock Hotel overlooking the vibrant Gaslamp Quarter. Featuring a laidback pool, tasty eats, VIP daybeds, and cabanas with lounge seating and flat screen TVs
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Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
207 Fifth AveSUNBURN is the ultimate day party in San Diego, set atop the Hard Rock Hotel overlooking the vibrant Gaslamp Quarter. Featuring a laidback pool, tasty eats, VIP daybeds, and cabanas with lounge seating and flat screen TVs
Located right along the ever-popular corner of Garnet Avenue and Mission Blvd. in Pacific Beach, Backyard Kitchen & Tap thrives with the chic coastal energy so inherently reminiscent of San Diego’s most famous destinations.
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Backyard Kitchen & Tap
832 Garnet AveLocated right along the ever-popular corner of Garnet Avenue and Mission Blvd. in Pacific Beach, Backyard Kitchen & Tap thrives with the chic coastal energy so inherently reminiscent of San Diego’s most famous destinations.
Onyx Nightclub 21+
852 Fifth AveSevilla Nightclub of San Diego
353 Fifth Avenue
Whiskey Girl
702 Fifth Ave
FLUXX Nightclub
500 Fourth Avenue
Side Bar
6th StreetSilver Dollar
341 3rd AveDive bar type atmosphere decent prices drinks
Food Scene
Little Italy is great stop for a relaxing afternoon, There are many restaurants and cafes to choose from.
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Little Italy
Little Italy is great stop for a relaxing afternoon, There are many restaurants and cafes to choose from.
If you are a fan of Mexican food and anywhere near San Diego, then you have no doubt heard of and probably visited multiple times Tacos el Gordo. This Tijuana transplant makes some of the best tacos I have ever had, and even though the line is practically always massive, I have never been disappointed with a wait for their food.
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Tacos El G
1940 Highland AveIf you are a fan of Mexican food and anywhere near San Diego, then you have no doubt heard of and probably visited multiple times Tacos el Gordo. This Tijuana transplant makes some of the best tacos I have ever had, and even though the line is practically always massive, I have never been disappointed with a wait for their food.
Looking to get one of the best burgers in San Diego? You can't miss getting one here, Massive burgers, big portions and everything is delicious.
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Hodad's
5010 Newport AveLooking to get one of the best burgers in San Diego? You can't miss getting one here, Massive burgers, big portions and everything is delicious.
Carnitas Snack Shack is one of the top Favorite spots for tasty pork sandwiches, tacos and craft beer.
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Carnitas' Snack Shack - Embarcadero
1004 N Harbor DrCarnitas Snack Shack is one of the top Favorite spots for tasty pork sandwiches, tacos and craft beer.
Chamango Mango
101 N Highland Avegreat local business if you want sandwiches, fresh juices, smoothies.
Freshería - Be Fresh
4687 Logan Avesalads, juice bar & smoothies breakfast and brunch
A Smattering of inventive burgers, sandwiches, and tacos, plus the have liquid nitrogen ice cream.
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MishMash
1805 Newton AveA Smattering of inventive burgers, sandwiches, and tacos, plus the have liquid nitrogen ice cream.
Great place for breakfast it actually one of my favorite mexican breakfast places in SD. I usually always have their Chilaquiles
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Talavera Azul
365 3rd AveGreat place for breakfast it actually one of my favorite mexican breakfast places in SD. I usually always have their Chilaquiles
Grerat spot for a gourmet type of mexcian food i love their Cali Surfin burrito
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Lucha Libre Taco Shop
1810 W Washington StGrerat spot for a gourmet type of mexcian food i love their Cali Surfin burrito
Las Cuatro MIlpas, my friends say it is by far the best mexican food around bar none, and i cant disagree.
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Las Cuatro Milpas
1857 Logan AveLas Cuatro MIlpas, my friends say it is by far the best mexican food around bar none, and i cant disagree.
This place makes four kinds of breakfast burritos that you eat out of a basket in view of Crystal Pier (patio seating available) alongside pancakes, eggs and Kono potatoes. It’s always crowded but well worth the wait.
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Kono's Cafe
704 Garnet AveThis place makes four kinds of breakfast burritos that you eat out of a basket in view of Crystal Pier (patio seating available) alongside pancakes, eggs and Kono potatoes. It’s always crowded but well worth the wait.
If you are a fan of Mexican food and anywhere near San Diego, then you have no doubt heard of and probably visited multiple times Tacos el Gordo. This Tijuana transplant makes some of the best tacos I have ever had, and even though the line is practically always massive, I have never been disappointed with a wait for their food.
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Tacos El Gordo
556 BroadwayIf you are a fan of Mexican food and anywhere near San Diego, then you have no doubt heard of and probably visited multiple times Tacos el Gordo. This Tijuana transplant makes some of the best tacos I have ever had, and even though the line is practically always massive, I have never been disappointed with a wait for their food.
Sightseeing
Sunset Cliffs
Parks & Nature
Every Tuesday some museums are free. We love live music at Panama 66 or free concerts on weekends at the Organ Pavilion. During summer check-out Food Truck Fridays and outdoor theater at the Omd Globe.
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Balboa Park
Every Tuesday some museums are free. We love live music at Panama 66 or free concerts on weekends at the Organ Pavilion. During summer check-out Food Truck Fridays and outdoor theater at the Omd Globe.
If you are in SD this is a must do. Great small Shops and lots of places to eat. But the views of the coastline is a thing of beauty.
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La Jolla Cove
1100 Coast BlvdIf you are in SD this is a must do. Great small Shops and lots of places to eat. But the views of the coastline is a thing of beauty.
Mission Beach
3000 Mission BoulevardOne of the beaches in San Diego's Mission Bay & Beaches region, P.B. (as the locals call it) is a favorite spot for college students and young adults enjoying the party atmosphere, frequenting the area’s restaurants and bars—some just steps from the sand. P.B. comes alive at night, too, with the glow of bonfires and the electricity of the region’s many clubs.
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Pacific Beach
One of the beaches in San Diego's Mission Bay & Beaches region, P.B. (as the locals call it) is a favorite spot for college students and young adults enjoying the party atmosphere, frequenting the area’s restaurants and bars—some just steps from the sand. P.B. comes alive at night, too, with the glow of bonfires and the electricity of the region’s many clubs.
Imperial Beach
Ocean Beach
1850 Ocean Front StCoronado Beach in San Diego is a 1.5 mile long, wide sandy beach set against the backdrop of the iconic Hotel del Coronado with its peaked red roof and classic Victorian architecture, according to Leatherman. “The beach is popular for swimmers, surfers, sunbathers and beachcombers. The beach is very flat, making it great for skim boarding and walking, and the sand has a silvery sheen because of the presence of mica. Families arrive in the morning, toting umbrellas, beach towels and picnic coolers for an all-day stay.
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Coronado Beach
Coronado Beach in San Diego is a 1.5 mile long, wide sandy beach set against the backdrop of the iconic Hotel del Coronado with its peaked red roof and classic Victorian architecture, according to Leatherman. “The beach is popular for swimmers, surfers, sunbathers and beachcombers. The beach is very flat, making it great for skim boarding and walking, and the sand has a silvery sheen because of the presence of mica. Families arrive in the morning, toting umbrellas, beach towels and picnic coolers for an all-day stay.
Essentials
its a Hispanic style grocery store has a meat market inside, as well as tons of already prepared food.
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Northgate Market
1950 Main Stits a Hispanic style grocery store has a meat market inside, as well as tons of already prepared food.
Entertainment & Activities
SeaWorld San Diego
500 Sea World Dr.San Diego Zoo
2920 Zoo Drit is one of the most beautiful Zoos in the world
San Diego Zoo Safari Park
15500 San Pasqual Valley RdLEGOLAND California
One Legoland DrGreat place to be at the beach and if you feel like getting on a couple of rides Belmont park is right there on Mission Beach
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Belmont Park
3146 Mission BlvdGreat place to be at the beach and if you feel like getting on a couple of rides Belmont park is right there on Mission Beach