Goldilocks
Neighborhood: Mira Mesa

8945 Mira Mesa Boulevard
San Diego, CA 92126

Tonie T. writes: Yeah, I get to review Goldilocks first!

Ok, first off, I love the adorable name. This is a Filipino bakery that makes pretty much everything, including Americanized cartoon character-themed cakes for the kiddos' birthdays.

But it's the "brioche" that…

Christy's Bakery
Neighborhood: Mira Mesa

9178 Mira Mesa Blvd
San Diego, CA 92126

Lucy E. writes: Disappointed my friends!

Arrived early Sunday morning.  My parents were going to come over and I wanted to surprise them with something different.

Was it me after a gym-work-out that did it?
What was the trigger?

Walked in, asked for a paper menu.…

Starbucks Coffee
Neighborhood: Mira Mesa

9450 Mira Mesa Blvd
San Diego, CA 92126

Courtney W. writes: 1. Cinnamon Dolce Latte - Just opt for the no sugar added, and wham, it's uber low on cals.
2. Eggnog Lattes mean Christmastime
3. The employee's here are wonderful

Starbucks - The coffee is always dependable,
no matter which one you go to,
but the…

Gemmae Bake Shop
Neighborhood: Mira Mesa

10606 Camino Ruiz
San Diego, CA 92126

Willie W. writes: Gemmae Bakery has the best empanada in town.  Although, I wondered when are they going to stop raising the cost of it.  

...Not a very long ago...on a distant past....the price of one (1) empanada is about $.60 each.  Then it went up 10 cent more & on…

Bernardo Winery

13330 Paseo Del Verano Norte
San Diego, CA 92128

Suzu T. writes: Today, I needed to get a bottle of white wine to make a pasta sauce that goes with Japanese honshimeji mushroom so I went to Bernardo Winery less than 5 minutes away from home. I love this place because it's so unpretentious and chill, and great…

Jimbo's Naturally

12853 El Camino Real
San Diego, CA 92130

Miss Josephine Z. writes: I like this place, but I'm not ALL ABOUT THE ORGANIC goods. I prefer Trader Joe's and save a couple of bucks.

FYI - Word on the street is their turkey is tainted.

Donut Touch

12033 Scripps Summit Dr
San Diego, CA 92131

Al V. writes: Yes, the owner is a smart man he put his shop right next to a busy car wash and gas station! My sons love the glazed donut holes and I'm all over the apple fritters. Right before closing the owner will practically give away his donuts. Order a dozen…

Beverages & More

11475 Carmel Mountain Rd
San Diego, CA 92128

Albert W. writes: In last week's episode, our philistine hero procured a beer bong assembly from Chris the Artful of the vast and wondrous land of Home Depot.  There was, however, one last obstacle to an inebriating social occasion: large quantities of beer.

The Carmel…

Jessie's Bake Shop

12075 Carmel Mountain Rd Ste 207
San Diego, CA 92128

Jamie J. writes: Okay okay, I'm a little biased here as my uncle owns this shop.  But, I must say that the European desserts here are absolutely wonderful.  My uncle worked at a hotel in Hawaii and went to numerous classes to learn this stuff.  Well, it paid off as…

Yummy Yogurt
Neighborhood: Scripps Ranch

9844 Hibert St Ste G8
San Diego, CA 92131

Erich L. writes: Used to go here a lot when I used to jam at Nickel City when I was a kid. The yogurt is very tasty and they even give samples for flavors you haven't tried yet. The prices are great and the owners are super nice, and there's also internet terminals…

Kensington Coffee Co.
Neighborhood: Kensington

4141 Adams Avenue
San Diego, CA 92184

Michael T. writes: Good coffee, good food, nice staff. Sometimes gets a little crowded, but that's because the place has a nice decor that's a far cry from the Starbucks across the street. People come because it's a nice place to relax. Very open and airy with large…

J-List

PO Box 421106
San Diego, CA 92184

Anna P. writes: wow, how in the world did i not review J-List before.  i used to love them, mainly for their awesome stock of japanese candy.  if only it didn't take forever to get it.  

-2 stars though...  because the one time i ordered a t-shirt from them, the…

Donut Touch
Neighborhood: Mira Mesa

6755 Mira Mesa Blvd
Suite 106
San Diego, CA 92184

Cat K. writes: Out of all the things I miss about San Diego, this one nearly tops the list!  I started coming to Donut Touch when an ex-boyfriend of mine introduced me to it and I have been hooked ever since!

I absolutely love their bagel sandwiches; they have…

Nate's Cafe
Neighborhood: City Heights

3120 Euclid Ave
San Diego, CA 92105

Paula M. writes: You may mistake it for a junkyard that's being swallowed by a tree.  This spot is NOT trying to get noticed.  Is there even a restaurant in there?  Oh, most definitely.  And it'll make you resent Denny's for the rest of your natural life (if you…

Liticker's Liquor & Deli
Neighborhood: Ocean Beach

4955 Voltaire St
San Diego, CA 92107

josh s. writes: there are so few guarantees in life and all of them suck (death and taxes and infomercials and such). but what if i told you that i could make you a guarantee right here, right now that not only won't bring you down, but will actually fill you up?…

Reds Espresso Gallery
Neighborhood: Liberty Station

1017 Rosecrans St
San Diego, CA 92106

Diana D. writes: While "lost" in Point Loma earlier today I found this place on accident. I drove past it, U-turned back & went in.

I found:
- A Clean Atmosphere
- Good Music
- A Chill Little Dog Friendly Patio
- Beautiful Photos  
- Tasty Coffee

Mainly somewhere to go if…

Oggi's Pizza & Brewing Company

2562 Laning Rd
San Diego, CA 92106

Alissandra L. writes: Pizza & Beer. We've been here before.

There are tv's everywhere. I went into the restroom upon arrival, and the first thing that came out of my mouth was:

"Holy crap, there's a flat screen TV in the bathroom!"

Of course, this startled the two other…

Stephanie's Bakery
Neighborhood: Ocean Beach

4879 Voltaire St
San Diego, CA 92107

Charlie F. writes: I love Stephanie's! I went there twice this weekend and bought a birthday cake there the week before.

To Tiffany S, they have fixed the cold strudel filling problem. I used to get so annoyed with that, too, but the guy who works there now really…

O B Donuts
Neighborhood: Ocean Beach

1830 Sunset Cliffs Blvd
San Diego, CA 92107

Marisol R. writes: I can not believe this place has not yet been reviewed. The only thing I can think is that maybe I am breaking some unknown Obecian Code in letting word get out about this fabulous little gem. I have been coming here for years. The owners never fail…

Victory Wine and Spirits
Neighborhood: Ocean Beach

1775 Sunset Cliffs Blvd
San Diego, CA 92107

Jake T. writes: Basically, if you live in OB, you tend to frequent whichever liquor store is closest.  At my old building on Santa Cruz Avenue, a "Victory Lap" was a part of nearly every evening.

Victory's selection of beers is not extensive, but they have your…

P L Bagel

3704 Voltaire St. # 107
San Diego, CA 92107

Adam V. writes: P L Bagels is a great little Ma & Pa bagel store that offers food as good as any of the chic chain places for literally half the price. Which is awesome, because how much does it really cost to make a friggin bagel? Really? If you're like me and are…

Newbreak Coffee & Cafe
Neighborhood: Ocean Beach

1959 Abbott St
San Diego, CA 92107

Denise L. writes: I just had an completely forgetable experience here.  $22 for 2 bagels w/lox, nasty 'tropical' tea and a juice.

That picture is old, they've moved and the new place is small and stuffy.  

I am allergic to mangos, and when I tried the tea... i tasted…

Del Mesa Foods & Liquor
Neighborhood: Linda Vista

6090 Friars Rd
San Diego, CA 92108

brigette l. writes: 3 level liquor store, great wine/tequila/vodka/cigar/ porn selection what more can a girl ask for...  Oh wait they could deliver!

The prices aren't great but this place is convenient if you live in the area.  This is a one stop shopping venu there is…

Costco
Neighborhood: Mission Valley

2345 Fenton Pkwy
San Diego, CA 92108

ruggy j. writes: On Sunday morning, I ate breakfast for free at Costco. Here is what I had:

-Yoplait blueberry yogurt
-Dried edamame
-Apple butter on whole wheat crackers
-Dry roasted almonds
-Tuna salad on rye
-Kirkland signature coffee
-Jelly beans
-Morning star breakfast…

Cold Stone Creamery
Neighborhood: Mission Valley

2169 Fenton Pkwy Ste 103
San Diego, CA 92108

Nathan H. writes: Cold Stone just has so many damn flavors of ice cream now. Its so tough to go there and try and pick. SO, this last time, I just avoided the ice cream and got a milkshake. I got the "Cake-n-Shake," which is the cake batter ice cream mixed with yellow…

The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf

1640 Camino Del Rio N
San Diego, CA 92108

Jesse M. writes: My wife wanted a cuppa coffee before a movie. The guy working the counter was super-duper friendly and patient while she fussed over the menu deciding what to get.

It's just nice to actually get decent service at food court joints, so these stars are…

Pacific Beach Certified Farmers' Market
Neighborhood: Pacific Beach

4150 Mission Blvd
San Diego, CA 92109

M P. writes: The thing I like best about this farmer's maket in particular is that they focus on things that come from the FARM.  I love the OB market, too, but the farmers seem to be overpowered there by other vendors slinging their art wares and meats on a…

Rum Jungle
Neighborhood: Pacific Beach

4150 Mission Blvd
#153
San Diego, CA 92109

Elise F. writes: Ask for the owner's special smoothie. If the guy's there, he'll know what you're talking about. It's amazing and delicious and everything that reminds me of San Diego on a warm summer day.

Bruegger's Bagels
Neighborhood: Pacific Beach

1886 Garnet Ave
San Diego, CA 92109

Lauren S. writes: Even after a girlfriend of mine was working at this location and held up at gunpoint before the start of the workday, I still couldn't resist coming here for breakfast.  Danger is my middle name, and nothing could keep me away from my asiago cheese…

Crest Liquor
Neighborhood: Pacific Beach

3787 Ingraham St
San Diego, CA 92109

sean C. writes: Howdy stranger! Welcome to the Twilight Zone!

The guys working the cash register here are all in their mid 40's and they wear cheap button down shirts and ties!

HAHAHA... huh? Whuuuhh?

It's a fuggin' corner liquor store in Pacific Beach.  People come…

Jamba Juice
Neighborhood: Pacific Beach

1774 Garnet Ave
San Diego, CA 92109

Odie O. writes: I love this Jamba juice especially today as they let me order my own special smoothie and it was the best I have ever had. I've never really liked their own mixtures all that much, my own choices were so perfect I was in heaven! Strawberry, Mango,…

Sonrise On The Point
Neighborhood: Loma Portal

3145 Rosecrans St
San Diego, CA 92110

Adam V. writes: This quaint little coffee shop makes great fresh sandwiches and has a HUGE selection of teas (hot or iced) to choose from. (The java is solid too, for you traditionalists.)

Grab a book or magazine next store at the Bookstarr, then visit Julia (she is…

Royal Spices Thai Cuisine
Neighborhood: Midway

3145 Sports Arena Blvd
San Diego, CA 92110

Maddy C. writes: I've enjoyed every meal I've had here. The wait staff is friendly but not overbearing.  I've never had to wait to be seated.  The menu is typical, the prices are good, and the atmosphere is very nice; i.e., you don't feel like you should just get…

Mrs Burtons Tea Room
Neighborhood: Old Town

2465 Heritage Park Row
San Diego, CA 92110

Tina C. writes: Boa feathers, floppy hats, gloves, pearls and all yours for the pickin while hosting a bridal shower, birthday, or even teaching the kiddies some manners in the tea room.

Picture this: Girl Scout Troop of 16, age 8 with 13 moms in tow, all outfitted…

Cousin's Old Town Candy Shop
Neighborhood: Old Town

2711 San Diego Ave
San Diego, CA 92110

Jacqueline C. writes: "Dude, they have 80's contraband here!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!"  [Check out the posted pixes!  Thanks Sony L.]

My best friend's gf lives in SD now so the "Sexy Six" decide to go down to Old Town and visit her.  She takes us to the Historic Old Town SD which is…