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Iowa Meat Farms
Neighborhood: Grantville

6041 Mission Gorge Rd
San Diego, CA 92120

Geoff H. writes: Iowa Meat Farms is the meat mecca of San Diego. To date, I have bought sausages, steaks, ribs and a turducken from IMF. The quality of the meat is superb, the staff is knowledgeable and the store also features a ton of options for sauces and…

Mondo Gelato
Neighborhood: East Village

435 10th Avenue
San Diego, CA 92101

Sarah L. writes: Well well well, Mondo. We finally meet.
5 stars for the selection alone. Soy flavors, fruit flavors, off the wall flavors. Not to mention the coolness of hosting us after our elite event. Very very cool.
I decided to follow suit with Zanzibar and…

In-N-Out Burger

2005 Camino Del Este
Mission Valley, CA 92108

David M. writes: How good is In-N-Out?
I once found a wood chip in a burger and I still eat here.

Trader Joe's Pacific Beach
Neighborhood: Pacific Beach

1211 Garnet Ave
San Diego, CA 92109

Tonie T. writes: It's all about the LOVE HUT!

The first time I came into this TJ's, that's what they called their little sample station. And they've been givin' the love every time I stop in no matter what. They do the best samples, and always ... I mean, ALWAYS,…

Sage French Cake
Neighborhood: Kearny Mesa

3860 Convoy St #112
San Diego, CA 92111

Nick T. writes: 5 stars. and they deserve every single one of them.Yes I know the owner and had even befriended a few of the workers and I've been turned down by at least 2 of the girls working there but their product is awesome and thats what counts.

Hans & Harry's Bakery Corp
Neighborhood: Chula Vista

5080 Bonita Rd Ste B2
Bonita, CA 91902

G S. writes: I am a huge fan of desserts, and Hans & Harry's has never let me down. I was first introduced to the delights of H&H at an office party when I was 19 years old. I am now 20 *cough*cough* years old and whenever there's an office party, potluck, or…

Yogurt Express
Neighborhood: La Mesa

6195 Lake Murray Blvd
Ste C
La Mesa, CA 91942

Walker S. writes: "That yogurt place" is our family name for Yogurt Express. We go pretty often and I recommend you give it a try. The parking lot has only about 10 spaces with each about 12 inches too narrow. Two excellent parking spots are behind near the…

V G Donuts & Bakery

106 Aberdeen Dr
Cardiff, CA 92007

Jessica W. writes: after a late night at the office, we used to head to VGs to bug the super nice baker working. if we paid him in cash and didn't need change he'd let us in and let us buy some donuts. oh man, i did so much binging on VGs donuts. once i even bought…

El Pescador Fish Market
Neighborhood: La Jolla

627 Pearl St
La Jolla, CA 92037

Tiffany A. writes: I called in a to-go order for a work lunch. Upon arriving to pick it up, I noticed a casual, relaxed atmosphere. So relaxed in fact, that as I stood at the counter, the guy who was supposed to help me was texting on his cellphone. Thirty seconds…

Venissimo Cheese

754 West Washington
San Diego, CA 92103

Mikey P. writes: Chesse = Crack

This place is wonderful "Good Stinky Cheese"

I love anything with the "try before you buy" concept. I'm no cheese expert so the Knowledgeable and friendly staff was a major plus. I always depend on my brother to bring the cheese for my…

Bread & Cie
Neighborhood: Hillcrest

350 University Avenue
San Diego, CA 92103

Young N. writes: Ever wonder what they do with the leftover bread?

After closing time I saw a guy hauling 6 giant bags stuffed with bread to his car. I was curious, so I asked. Well turns out, Bread & Cie donates their leftovers to feed families in Mexico.

Major…

MooTime Creamery
Neighborhood: Coronado

1025 Orange Ave
Coronado, CA 92118

Monica P. writes: The only thing better than eating ice cream is eating ice cream while on vacation.

We came for a walk around the grounds of the Coronado Hotel and found Mootown. Walk in the entrance and take a whiff, the air is saturated with the scent of sugary…

Panera Bread
Neighborhood: La Mesa

5500 Grossmont Center Drive
La Mesa, CA 91942

Kim L. writes: I am eating at Panera Bread right now. I am using their free Wi-Fi, which I love. I am not annoyed at all by how crowded this place gets at lunch time. I am that bitch taking up a whole big booth by myself so I can fit my laptop, purse, and other…

Pizza Port-Solana Beach Brewery

135 N Hwy 101
Solana Beach, CA 92075

Matthew H. writes: Pizza port is a good place to meet people, this is because it's always so goddamn crowded that you need to sit down with strangers anyways. So if you're a lonely head down, you'll be sure to meet some people who may or may not be DICKS.

People who…

The Che Cafe Collective

9500 Gilman Dr.
Bldg. 161
La Jolla, CA 92093

ALE S. writes: One of the best venus in SD. I've been to numerous shows here, Quintron, Gravy Train, Cassiotone for the Painfully Alone, Hawnay Troof just to name a few. It is such an intimate small place, which makes the music expirience that much better. Sure it…

Bread On Market
Neighborhood: East Village

730 Market St
San Diego, CA 92101

Christina L. writes: The bread here is absolutely delicious, it is soft and fresh. The sandwiches were much larger than i was expecting. I had the turkey with cranberry relish, it was pretty tasty, although I almost preferred my companion's roast beef sandwich. We also…

Hamilton's Tavern
Neighborhood: South Park, Golden Hill

1521 30th St
San Diego, CA 92102

Ryan R. writes: For those of you who didn't get the memo, pink is the new black and beer is the new wine. In recent years, the craft beer or micro brewing community has spawned an entire new consumer demographic. They have essentially created an untamed monster in…

Influx
Neighborhood: Golden Hill

1948 Broadway
San Diego, CA 92102

brooke f. writes: I have a crush. On Influx. I just like to flirt with it. It's not on my normal route or super convenient coming from OB, but it's still worth the drive every now and then. I'll stop in for a coffee or a yummy sandwich and end up lingering longer than…

Hillcrest Farmer's Market
Neighborhood: Hillcrest

3960 Normal St
Lincoln & Normal-DMV Parking Lot
San Diego, CA 92103

Avery J. writes: How do I love the Hillcrest Farmer's Market? Let me count the ways...

1) I live about a second away. Maybe two, depending on traffic.

2) Once, within the span of 11 minutes flat, I bought six avocados, a fresh baked pie, a bundle of flowers, a funky…

Caffe Calabria
Neighborhood: North Park

3933 30th St
San Diego, CA 92104

lisa f. writes: Stopped in for a cappaccino after lunch at Marie's. Noticed the really cool windows and started thinking abou tthe fact that I am about to replace the windows in my house. I asked the barrista, who I expected to look at me like I was crazy, if she…

North Park Produce
Neighborhood: Normal Heights

3551 El Cajon Blvd
San Diego, CA 92104

daeman c. writes: Every once in a while the desire to have your opinion heard, maybe read by a complete stranger, maybe even complimented could eventually work against you.

I made my first trip to North Park Produce yesterday mainly because I just realized it's…

Point Loma Seafoods
Neighborhood: Liberty Station

2805 Emerson St
San Diego, CA 92106

Robin Z. writes: Yes, it can be frustrating, the traffic to get here, the hungry lunchtime crowds, the seeming randomness of the order line, the shuffle to the cash register, the whole "Europeaness" of the process. But you're smiling having finally gotten one over on…

Con Pane Rustic Breads & Cafe
Neighborhood: Liberty Station

1110 Rosecrans St
Ste 100
San Diego, CA 92106

Matthew S. writes: 5 stars for the Chive Gruyere Sourdough bread! But you can only get it on Thurs, Sat, or Sun.

Having lived in France I really appreciate the importance of bread, yes simply bread. It's not that white stuff we had as a kid that was anything close…

Phil's BBQ
Neighborhood: Midway

3750 Sports Arena Blvd
San Diego, CA 92110

Rocco B. writes: I would sacrafice my firstborn if Phil would baste the child in barbeque sauce and serve it with a side of beer battered onion rings.

Yogurt World
Neighborhood: Kearny Mesa

4646 Convoy St
Ste 113
San Diego, CA 92111

Matthew H. writes: Yesterday at about 9:30pm I was wandering down Convoy with a friend of mine. We got a really eire feeling looking around. Something wasn't right.

The streets were virtually abandoned, errant pieces of litter fluttered about in the breeze and long…

Mitsuwa Marketplace
Neighborhood: Kearny Mesa

4240 Kearny Mesa Rd
San Diego, CA 92111

Stephen O. writes: Went for the Ramen Festival this past weekend. The miso ramen from Sumire was absolutely insane. Hoping Santouka sets up shop soon, as its rumored to be here in May?

Cream Coffee Bar
Neighborhood: University Heights

4496 Park Blvd
San Diego, CA 92116

Viola P. writes: Honestly, this should be a 3.5. It's better than a 3, but it's not quite a 4 because it's just not a destination place for me. It's more of a convenient place. The atmosphere is so...collegiate. Honestly, I was in there the other night and upon…

Ki's Restaurant

2591 S Highway 101
Cardiff, CA 92007

Pearl L. writes: I've been here a few times, and each time, it was with this one boy. First time: our second date; second time: when he was sick; third time: when I was sick.

Anyway...

So first off, the view is absolutely amazing. It took my breath away (especially…

Cardiff Seaside Market

2087 San Elijo Ave
Cardiff By The Sea, CA 92007

Matthew H. writes: Really love this little shop. It's everything you'd want in a grocery store, awesome selection, tons of local and organic food, great vibe, friendly people. Any shop that has awesome balsamic vinegar from $5-200 dollars a bottle rules.

It's…

Yogurt Mill
Neighborhood: El Cajon, Bostonia

935 Broadway
El Cajon, CA 92021

Naomi A. writes: How are there not more raving reviews?

This place is a San Diego treasure.
Cheap (cash only, come prepared), ginormous, delicious frozen yogurt.

It's worth braving skin cancer to stand in line for 15 minutes outside in El Cajon.

They have a few standard…

Bubby's Gelato

937 S Coast Highway 101
Encinitas, CA 92024

Suzanne K. writes: As another reviewer said - a hidden gelato place. But worth the search.

Service - okay. Not hugely friendly, but average.

Chocolate fudge gelato - fabulous.

Roasted banana gelato made my wife make odd passionate noises that got us some damn funny…

Art of Espresso

9500 Gilman Dr
San Diego, CA 92037

Matt K. writes: Hands down the best coffee you will find ANYWHERE in San Diego. Sam and Patty (the owners) have really taken this once small coffee cart and created a well-established destination for any UCSD student. I've been coming to this coffee cart for 7yrs…

Trader Joe's
Neighborhood: La Jolla

8657 Villa La Jolla Dr
La Jolla, CA 92037

Paul P. writes: I used to live right across the street from this trader joe's, and goodness freakin gracious I miss being able to shop here at my leisure.

when I go grocery shopping anywhere else, I usually have a mental list of what I need and what I'll allow…

Pannikin Coffee & Tea

510 N Coast Highway 101
Encinitas, CA 92024

Marc N. writes: DO I wait until I'm a regular before reviewing Pannikin or do I dive in right now while the initial impression is still fresh in my mind?
OR - do I put myself in some hypothetical future where I'm now a Pannikin regular and I'm back on Yelp writing a…

Trader Joe's - Encinitas

115 N El Camino Real
Encinitas, CA 92024

Chris Y. writes: My favorite Trader Joe's in all of SD.

It's always well-stocked. The cashiers are fast and lines are a breeze.

All of the staff are warm, friendly, and so helpful! No matter how busy they look, they'll always stop to help find that mystery item.

Sad…

Honeys Bistro & Bakery

632 S Coast Hwy 101
Encinitas, CA 92024

Chris Y. writes: I hate writing 3-star reviews because you really have to explain the "average" for an average place. OK...first off, I have a hard time reading the tiny writing on your chalkboard menu 45 feet away from me. If theline wasn't so long, I wouldn't be…

Pannikin Coffee & Tea
Neighborhood: La Jolla

7467 Girard Ave
La Jolla, CA 92037

Keane L. writes: I love cafes.

I really do.

They make me feel so at ease. But the ones I love most of all are the really quirky ones... the cluttered cafes with lots of crazy people sitting at mismatched tables. That's the type of place that makes me feel the most…

Gelateria Frizzante
Neighborhood: La Jolla

1025 Prospect St #130
La Jolla, CA 92037

Yan M. writes: We were just in the area strolling when the signage of Gelato flashed at us, screaming for us to enter, we couldn't resist. We walked in and sampled different flavors and they were all good. We had a hard time deciding between the fruit flavors and…

Chino Farm

6123 Calzada Del Bosque
Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067

Olivia D. writes: I had read about this place in Jeffrey Steingarten's book and googled it before my next trip to L.A. Once there, I loaded my parents, who also love to eat, into the SUV (I needed the bigger car for the amount of produce I knew I would want) drove…

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.

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