Guidebook for San Diego

Tracy
Guidebook for San Diego

Drinks & Nightlife

San Diego's bar scene is always changing. Definitely check out San Diego Thrillist to see what's happening that week/end. They cover all the special events and new places to check out for drinks
Tiki themed speakeasy. Super fun ambience. Get there early in the evening, so you'll definitely make it inside. Check in with the host of Craft and Commerce.
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False Idol
675 W Beech St
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Tiki themed speakeasy. Super fun ambience. Get there early in the evening, so you'll definitely make it inside. Check in with the host of Craft and Commerce.
Fun lounge. Great downtown scene.
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Rustic Root
535 Fifth Ave
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Fun lounge. Great downtown scene.
KEX is a hot spot in Little Italy. Get there before 10pm because there can be lines and occasionally a cover charge.
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Kettner Exchange
2001 Kettner Blvd
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KEX is a hot spot in Little Italy. Get there before 10pm because there can be lines and occasionally a cover charge.
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Thorn St. Brewery
3176 Thorn St
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The Casbah
2501 Kettner Blvd
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Music Box
1337 India St
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Beautiful steakhouse with a rooftop bar. I'd recommend stopping in for a drink. They have a great happy hour menu too. Otherwise drinks run $20 per beverage. The food is great but costly. If you're looking for a great steak dinner, then check out Cowboy Star in the east village. It's also on my list.
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Born and Raised
1909 India St
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Beautiful steakhouse with a rooftop bar. I'd recommend stopping in for a drink. They have a great happy hour menu too. Otherwise drinks run $20 per beverage. The food is great but costly. If you're looking for a great steak dinner, then check out Cowboy Star in the east village. It's also on my list.
Locals dive bar with great music and fun events in South Park. Check out their website to see what's going on.
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Whistle Stop
2236 Fern St
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Locals dive bar with great music and fun events in South Park. Check out their website to see what's going on.
Brewery in University Heights that has a huge roof deck. If it's sunny and you want some craft beer, check this place out.
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Kairoa Brewing Company
4601 Park Blvd
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Brewery in University Heights that has a huge roof deck. If it's sunny and you want some craft beer, check this place out.
Not just for drinks. Great menu and perfect place to watch sports. They have 2 massive projector screens. Fun, cool ambiance. Also, a locals favorite for late night drinks. It gets packed so just mentally prepare for a wait for drinks at the bar.
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Nolita Hall
2305 India St
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Not just for drinks. Great menu and perfect place to watch sports. They have 2 massive projector screens. Fun, cool ambiance. Also, a locals favorite for late night drinks. It gets packed so just mentally prepare for a wait for drinks at the bar.
The oldest dive bar in SD. Drinks are strong and this place is always packed, but it's worth stopping in for a drink or two.
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Waterfront Bar & Grill
2044 Kettner Blvd
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The oldest dive bar in SD. Drinks are strong and this place is always packed, but it's worth stopping in for a drink or two.
I mean...the name says it all.
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Ballast Point Brewing Little Italy
2215 India St
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I mean...the name says it all.
A stylish apothecary-esque cocktail lounge. Definitely check this place is out.
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Polite Provisions
4696 30th St
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A stylish apothecary-esque cocktail lounge. Definitely check this place is out.
A cozy, chill brewpub that's in a converted old home near Petco Park. Lots of of outdoor seating on their first and second floor patios.
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Half Door Brewing Co.
903 Island Ave
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A cozy, chill brewpub that's in a converted old home near Petco Park. Lots of of outdoor seating on their first and second floor patios.
There's so much going on in this fun, boozey warehouse space. Check out their website to see what's going on. Too much to list here.
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Punch Bowl Social San Diego
1485 E St
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There's so much going on in this fun, boozey warehouse space. Check out their website to see what's going on. Too much to list here.

Arts & Culture

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巴爾博亞公園
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Live theater and musicals. Located in Balboa park
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Old Globe
1363 Old Globe Way
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Live theater and musicals. Located in Balboa park
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Museum of Contemporary Art - Downtown
1100 Kettner Blvd
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Essentials

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Target
3030 Grape Street
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Walmart Pharmacy
2121 Imperial Ave

Entertainment & Activities

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San Diego Padres Ticket Sales
100 Park Blvd
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Great hike in Torrey Pines
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Torrey Pines
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Great hike in Torrey Pines
Another great hike. On a clear day you can see all of San Diego, Mexico border and to the ocean.
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Cowles Mountain
Cowles Mountain
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Another great hike. On a clear day you can see all of San Diego, Mexico border and to the ocean.

Food scene

I'm a foodie (and a wine lover) so these are all of my go-to restaurants close to my Island Container home. But San Diego has so many great neighborhoods and restaurants beyond what's listed here, so you really can't go wrong. Have fun exploring!
Super glam brunch spot, but they don't take reservations. Plan on a 2-hour wait. But it's in the heart of Little Italy so you can put your name in and walk around the neighborhood.
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Morning Glory
550 W Date St
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Super glam brunch spot, but they don't take reservations. Plan on a 2-hour wait. But it's in the heart of Little Italy so you can put your name in and walk around the neighborhood.
Definitely worth checking out if you're into oysters and great cocktails. Order the clam chowder fries...they're a must. Decor's a spin on Grand Central with tall ceilings and a wall of piranhas.
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Ironside Fish & Oyster
1654 India St
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Definitely worth checking out if you're into oysters and great cocktails. Order the clam chowder fries...they're a must. Decor's a spin on Grand Central with tall ceilings and a wall of piranhas.
An American bistro that's open for brunch, dinner and drinks. It's my neighborhood go-to that's walking or scooter distance from the house. Just 4 blocks away. Seasonal menu, local brews and great wine list.
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counterpoint
830 25th St
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An American bistro that's open for brunch, dinner and drinks. It's my neighborhood go-to that's walking or scooter distance from the house. Just 4 blocks away. Seasonal menu, local brews and great wine list.
Voted the best tacos in SD year over year. Good news is the tacos are worth the hype. Bad news is everyone knows it now. So there's a line to order at the counter. Try to go at off hours and get in without a wait if you can.
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¡SALUD! Barrio Logan
2196 Logan Ave
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Voted the best tacos in SD year over year. Good news is the tacos are worth the hype. Bad news is everyone knows it now. So there's a line to order at the counter. Try to go at off hours and get in without a wait if you can.
Their Napoli style pizza, pasta, veal, wine...it's all amazing. It's an Italian family restaurant with lots of outdoor seating and the staff is friendly. There's a few locations in SD, but nothing beats the charm of the 1st location in South Park.
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Buona Forchetta - South Park
3001 Beech St
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Their Napoli style pizza, pasta, veal, wine...it's all amazing. It's an Italian family restaurant with lots of outdoor seating and the staff is friendly. There's a few locations in SD, but nothing beats the charm of the 1st location in South Park.
Corner bistro and bar. Lots of TV's for watching sports. Open air layout too.
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Fernside
1946 Fern St
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Corner bistro and bar. Lots of TV's for watching sports. Open air layout too.
Super charming Italian restaurant that's perfect for a date night. Lots of white decor and candlelight. Neighborhood favorite for great food, wine and chill ambiance.
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Alexander's
3391 30th St
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Super charming Italian restaurant that's perfect for a date night. Lots of white decor and candlelight. Neighborhood favorite for great food, wine and chill ambiance.
Japanese noodle house with craft local beer. A few locations in SD, but this one has the largest outdoor space with a bar and dining area.
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Underbelly North Park
3000 Upas St
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Japanese noodle house with craft local beer. A few locations in SD, but this one has the largest outdoor space with a bar and dining area.
Cool space, great food, and amazing craft cocktails. They also have a great happy hour. A few other places are close by Small Bar, Park & Rec and Kairoa brewery.
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Madison
4622 Park Blvd
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Cool space, great food, and amazing craft cocktails. They also have a great happy hour. A few other places are close by Small Bar, Park & Rec and Kairoa brewery.
The BEST brunch in SD...in my opinion. Upscale american diner with a retro vibe. Order the maple bacon donuts as a starter then dive in to the rest of their amazing menu. You're welcome!
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Great Maple
1451 Washington St
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The BEST brunch in SD...in my opinion. Upscale american diner with a retro vibe. Order the maple bacon donuts as a starter then dive in to the rest of their amazing menu. You're welcome!
New hot spot. A modern, Italian style restaurant that has beautiful decor, outdoor seating, great food and cocktails.
Il Dandy
2550 Fifth Ave
New hot spot. A modern, Italian style restaurant that has beautiful decor, outdoor seating, great food and cocktails.
Just good sushi with no frills. You may need to make a reservation.
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Azuki Sushi
2321 Fifth Ave
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Just good sushi with no frills. You may need to make a reservation.
Super swank rooftop restaurant that overlooks San Diego bay. If you're dining in the restaurant, men have to wear a sports coat. Recommend happy hour or sunset cocktails on the deck. It's a beautiful view.
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Mister A's
2550 Fifth Ave
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Super swank rooftop restaurant that overlooks San Diego bay. If you're dining in the restaurant, men have to wear a sports coat. Recommend happy hour or sunset cocktails on the deck. It's a beautiful view.
Food's amazing. Great happy hour too. Cool space. This one is also one of my local go-to's. Never disappoints.
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Bankers Hill
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Food's amazing. Great happy hour too. Cool space. This one is also one of my local go-to's. Never disappoints.
A fun, mexican restaurant that has a hipster, funky vibe. Directly in the flight path so the planes fly right over the back courtyard, which adds a cool factor. Check out their website to see what events they have late night.
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Camino Riviera
2400 India St
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A fun, mexican restaurant that has a hipster, funky vibe. Directly in the flight path so the planes fly right over the back courtyard, which adds a cool factor. Check out their website to see what events they have late night.
Think dark den with moody lighting, purposefully kitschy artwork, and really good comfort food. Some of the best craft cocktails in town.
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The Lion's Share
629 Kettner Blvd
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Think dark den with moody lighting, purposefully kitschy artwork, and really good comfort food. Some of the best craft cocktails in town.
An old house that's been converted into a whimsical New Zealand-themed pub. They serve upscale bar fare and have a large selection of draft beers and wine. Order the Chicken Pot Pie...you will not regret it. The BEST!
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Queenstown Public House
1557 Columbia St
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An old house that's been converted into a whimsical New Zealand-themed pub. They serve upscale bar fare and have a large selection of draft beers and wine. Order the Chicken Pot Pie...you will not regret it. The BEST!
An outdoor taco spot that's right near Broadway pier. Limited seating and the wait staff can be slow. Food and drinks are good! So if you're visiting and have time to chill and enjoy the bay view, it's a great option.
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Carnitas' Snack Shack - Embarcadero
1004 N Harbor Dr
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An outdoor taco spot that's right near Broadway pier. Limited seating and the wait staff can be slow. Food and drinks are good! So if you're visiting and have time to chill and enjoy the bay view, it's a great option.
Simply put...homemade pasta and delish menu. Some outdoor seating and great people watching spot in Little Italy.
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Civico 1845
1845 India St
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Simply put...homemade pasta and delish menu. Some outdoor seating and great people watching spot in Little Italy.
Amazing restaurant with a cool vibe and unique layout. Make a reservation for sure! A little pricey but worth it.
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Fort Oak
1011 Fort Stockton Dr
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Amazing restaurant with a cool vibe and unique layout. Make a reservation for sure! A little pricey but worth it.
French bistro with a rustic,-chic farmhouse decor. Amazing fresh bread, menu is perfection and melting candle ambiance. My favorite happy hour menu in San Diego.
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Bleu Bohème
4090 Adams Ave
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French bistro with a rustic,-chic farmhouse decor. Amazing fresh bread, menu is perfection and melting candle ambiance. My favorite happy hour menu in San Diego.
A cozy, casual bar and eatery that serves modern British pub fare and drinks. They have a charming dining and bar area inside with an open kitchen and a small-ish back patio.
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Jaynes Gastropub
4677 30th St
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A cozy, casual bar and eatery that serves modern British pub fare and drinks. They have a charming dining and bar area inside with an open kitchen and a small-ish back patio.
The name really says it all. Traditional french fare in a casual bistro setting with sidewalk seating too. Another great happy hour menu
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Et Voilà! French Bistro
3015 Adams Ave
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The name really says it all. Traditional french fare in a casual bistro setting with sidewalk seating too. Another great happy hour menu
Another local's Mexican food hot spot. They offer mole dishes, fish tacos, margaritas and happy hour deals. It's a low kay space with an open kitchen, wooden bar, and outdoor patio area.
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Cantina Mayahuel
2934 Adams Ave
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Another local's Mexican food hot spot. They offer mole dishes, fish tacos, margaritas and happy hour deals. It's a low kay space with an open kitchen, wooden bar, and outdoor patio area.