Starbucks Coffee Canada

1230 Government Street
San Diego, CA 92101

S. Alicia S. writes: Starbuck Victoria, BC Cafe
(250) 380-9009

Chinatown was small.  And packed with people everywhere.  So, I was roaming like my mobile.  Then, it happened.... It's raining and the sun is shining, but the wind is blowing.  Where to go for cover?

Starbucks!…

Dating
Neighborhood: Downtown

San Diego, CA 92101

Sean C. writes: I'm sick of your slime ball ways and your guessing game antics Dating. You're always like an ameba, trapped in a puzzle, locked in a riddle. I don't think i can ever figure you out. Shit.. i don't think anybody can!

Why do you like to set us up with…

Sam's Deli
Neighborhood: Downtown

805 Government St
at Humboldt
San Diego, CA 92101

S. Alicia S. writes: Sam's Deli
805 Government Street
Victoria, BC V8W 1W8, Canada
(250) 382-8424

Take-out dinner for the boat ride back to Seattle Washington.  And I Sam's is the recommeded Deli in the area.  I went for it.

My aunt had turkey & cheddar on whole grain bread…

The Bengal Lounge

The Fairmont Empress Hotel
721 Government St
San Diego, CA 92101

S. Alicia S. writes: The Fairmont Empress, Bengal Lounge
721 Government Street
Victoria, BC V8W 1W5, Canada
(866) 840-8402

The dining area was an energetic field of nurturing.  A spectacular interior made up of wood, leather and hanging wild animal skin.  Rich hues of brown…

Tacos El Yaqui
Neighborhood: Downtown

51 Calle La Palma
Rosarito Beach, Mexico
Tijuana, CA 92101

Rick G. writes: Okay, this is an absolute must if you ever head down south of the border visting Rosarito Beach.  All you have to do is ask ANY LOCAL PERSON where Yaqui Taco is and they surely will know.  The reason I mention this is because it's true, and Yaqui…

Health and Longevity Clinic
Neighborhood: Hillcrest

3751 6th Ave
San Diego, CA 92101

hannah m. writes: America is so good. She's so good that Hollywood celebrities patronize her. She uses many techniques in a session including: hot stone, acupuncture, deep tissue, and much more. She is a wealth of knowledge and she understands the mind-body connection…

Molly's Restaurant

333 W Harbor Drive
Marriot Hotel
San Diego, CA 92101

Delaine Z. writes: This is the Harbor Marriott's signature restaurant, and it is the best thing about the whole hotel.  After not so good service at the hotel's pub, we tried LC's for breakfast and were delighted with good service and good food.  So we decided that on…

Ortega's Mexican Buffet & Pizzeria
Neighborhood: Midway

3445 Midway Dr
San Diego, CA 92101

Steve L. writes: I know what you're thinking... mexican buffet AND pizzeria? how does that work. Well, it works really well actually. The pizza is pretty good -- definitely not the best in town, but the rest of the menu makes up for it.

This place is a hole in the…

Living Water Rejuvenation Center
Neighborhood: Midway

3405 Kenyon St
Ste 402
San Diego, CA 92101

Julie G. writes: Okay so you're a bit plugged up after the holidays and your pipes just ain't working that well, well you might want to consider that scary procedure of colon-cleansing. If you aren't already scared then read on....

Living Water is a natural detoxing…

Seaport Village

849 W Harbor Dr
San Diego, CA 92101

luis .. writes: I like coming here with my uncle Richard to pound a few beers and stroll around while talking about life in general.  Of course with my uncle Richard life in general is about how many chicks I'm banging and when the last time I got laid was.  To his…

Zanzibar Cafe

707 G St
San Diego, CA 92101

ruggy j. writes: You know, I don't mind this Zanzibar one bit. I've always been a ginormous fan of the PB location, and the Downtown digs don't disappoint either. You can always count on Zanzibar to deliver some quality salads, sandwiches, smoothies, coffee drinks…

Oakley Store
Neighborhood: Gaslamp, East Village

460 5th Ave
Gaslamp Quarter
San Diego, CA 92101

George C. writes: I love Oakley sunglasses, I have 3 pairs of them, I have 2 of the Gascan and I have the Crosshair (aviator).  I love them both, on my crosshair I have my Prescription on them so I can use them while I'm driving and when I'm flying.  The employees…

Babycakes

633 9th Ave
San Diego, CA 92101

Edenista M. writes: Paired with Iam boutique is this stellar children's clothing store, emphasizing on hip/comfy clothes for little bundles of joy.  I was totally enamored with one particular item: the Rockin' Baby Sling.  The fabric patterns are psychedelically hip and…

Allen's Pharmacy
Neighborhood: Downtown

1141 6th Avenue
San Diego, CA 92101

david e. writes: Best pharmacy ever, super fast, always gets it right, excellent customer service, they don't treat you as just another number!

Brad Lovelace
Neighborhood: Downtown

600 W Broadway
7th Fl
San Diego, CA 92101

hannah m. writes: So, I have a kid. That means I should have a will. Now, thanks to Brad Lovelace, I do! I met Brad at church and when I found out he's a will and probate lawyer, I asked if he would help me with a will. Not only did he help, he was very gracious and…

Asti Ristorante
Neighborhood: Gaslamp

728 5th Ave
San Diego, CA 92101

Kristin F. writes: Dinner at Asti last night started out not-so-well and then recovered to a level that deserves 3 stars.

We had reservations, and as we approached the restaurant's entryway a gentleman called out to us, offering "Dine with us, get free dessert."  I…

Marble Slab Creamery
Neighborhood: Little Italy, Downtown

611 K Street
San Diego, CA 92101

Meg M. writes: Where else can you get double dark chocolate with chocolate chip cookie dough?!?!?

Decadent AND DIVINE!

Spanish Village Art Center
Neighborhood: Balboa Park

1770 Village Pl
San Diego, CA 92101

Jennifer M. writes: A lovely area to walk around in and take in the beautiful weather plus, get to do some shopping. It is a working studio with local artists year round, as well as some of the artists offer classes to take. They have craft shows on some weekends in the…

Opera Cafe & Patisserie

9254 Scranton Rd
San Diego, CA 92121

Marc N. writes: I'm not trying to sound pretentious here but I've spent a lot of time in France.

Like, a lot.

And - again, not trying to sound pretentious - I really know good food. I know good food because, while still attempting to not sound pretentious, I'm quite…

The Transit Store
Neighborhood: Gaslamp

102 Broadway
San Diego, CA 92101

Dylan O. writes: Its definitely not the friendliest place but what do you expect?... its not The Friend Store. 3 stars because they have exactly what you need, they are very helpful and they will make sure you get to where you're going. Now, I give them 2 more stars…

Fifty-Seven Degrees
Neighborhood: East Village

1330 G St
San Diego, CA 92101

Refugio G. writes: I found this place on accident while driving around aimlessly trying to find Cafe Chloe.

I am glad I did as I had a great time and Russ was a very gracious host and gave me an extended flight of wine for a very good deal.  

I have never had a bad…

Yellow Cab
Neighborhood: Little Italy, Downtown

San Diego, CA 92101

Scott C. writes: i always call yellow cab 20 minutes before i want them to show up, and they get there in 8.  It's like the Wolf -- like, they bend time, but don't drive an Acura NSX, rather the more stealthy Crown Vic, which I'd wager has more power, since most are…

San Diego Air & Space Museum
Neighborhood: Balboa Park

Balboa Park
2001 Pan American Plz
San Diego, CA 92101

Robin Z. writes: Shame, shame, shame on me, I was totally underwhelmed! And in a Navy town! Maybe it was the price. Maybe it was that everything seemed so scrunched together, tin-can like (sailors call destroyers "tin cans") , packed uncomfortably numb. Circling…

Spa Velia
Neighborhood: Little Italy, Downtown

401 W B St
Ste 180
San Diego, CA 92101

carol y. writes: Spa Velia was my FIRST spa experience and I'm happy to say I had a great time being pampered. I decided to booked a last minute massage after a long day around San Diego and plus I was staying right across the street from W San Diego. Helena, the…

Cost Plus World Market
Neighborhood: East Village

372 4th Ave
San Diego, CA 92101

Mikey H. writes: I would have given it a higher rating if they only had this wooden dish rack that they always have...but not today.  And then the weird people that were shopping...I mean, it's not anything fancy...uummm just unique.  They do have an interesting…

Pacific Beach Boardwalk
Neighborhood: Pacific Beach

Mission Blvd & Garnet Ave
San Diego, CA 92101

Mariska R. writes: Yes, I dig the PB boardwalk. Almost nowhere else in San Diego you will find such an interesting and varying mix of characters as here. People watching to the max. Lots of people come out here to exercise since it's a decent distance (3 miles…

Luminarias New Mexican Restaurant
Neighborhood: Santee

9535 Mission Gorge Rd
Ste D
Santee, CA 92071

Justin B. writes: Why, oh why, oh WHY did he close this amazing restaurant? Unfortunately, the owner had some electrical "challenges" that apparently forced closure of this cozy little spot in 2006. For the time I had the pleasure of frequenting it, this was my…

Pinnacle Peak Steak House

7927 Mission Gorge Road
Santee, CA 92071

Al A. writes: No ties is the rule, just look at the decor.

"Casual Steakhouse Attire Enforcement" aka a big scissor.  

If Outback Steakhouse didn't have an Australian accent, a blooming onion, grilled their steaks in view of everyone to see and had a cute "tie…

Lucio's III
Neighborhood: Santee

9740 Mission Gorge Rd
Santee, CA 92071

soulshine i. writes: Lucio's is the best taco shop in San Diego. As Socal natives, we've eaten at many a taco shop and have found none better than Lucio's. Their carnitas is the best we've tried of ANY taco shop and is almost as good as the kind found at a legendary sit…

Olive Garden
Neighborhood: Santee

9800 Mission Gorge Rd
Santee, CA 92071

Tim S. writes: The lady wanted to come here tonight instead of on Valentines day so I said lets do it.  Olive Garden always has super nice people that work there, but their food is overpriced, and its just meh.  I got that new thing they are advertising the stuffed…

Barnes & Noble Book Sellers
Neighborhood: Santee

9938 Mission Gorge Rd
Santee, CA 92071

Erin C. writes: This is another great place to take kids when it's 90+ degrees outside in East County, which has been almost ever freakin' day for the past 6 months.   Is this heat ever going to end?!  Jeez!

I never really hung out at bookstores until I had kids.…

Mimi's Cafe
Neighborhood: Santee

9812 Mission Gorge Rd
Santee, CA 92071

Nicole M. writes: I was never a big fan of this place, Grandma used to try and take me here for my lunch or my b-day celebration and I was never havin' it. I blame it on the tostada salad, the corn chowder, and the hamburgers. None were any good.

Then I discovered the…

Valley House Restaurant & Lounge
Neighborhood: Santee

10767 Woodside Ave
Santee, CA 92071

MaryLou D. writes: Well, I 'd been wanting to try this place for years but it isn't too close and my hints at going here sometime were always ignored.  And I kept forgetting to.  But I always wished I could find a place in San Diego area that would have a good pork…

Los Nachos Taco Shop
Neighborhood: Santee

9740 Cuyamaca St Ste C
Santee, CA 92071

Stacy S. writes: I worked near Los Nachos a while back,. and a Mexican co-worker put me wise to it. It's totally unassuming, and I would never have gone there on my own. They have THE BEST shrimp burritos anywhere - the regular one contains great big plump grilled…

Haircut Store
Neighborhood: Santee

9862 Mission Gorge Rd
Santee, CA 92071

Jessica H. writes: I've been in to the Haircut Store twice - and have been very happy both times. Tami & Kim are the stylists I've been to - and I sadly forget the name of the woman who's done my brows when I've gone in.

They are very inexpensive, which is a plus - and…

Santee Drive In Theatre
Neighborhood: Santee

10990 Woodside Ave N
Santee, CA 92071

Marwin A. writes: I'll get a little personal here:  I was raised in Santee.  I went to Cajon Park School, & graduated from Santana High.

Needless to say, Friday or Saturday nights at the drive-in were fun times back in the day, specially when I had the use of the…