Hotel Parisi
Neighborhood: La Jolla

1111 Prospect St
La Jolla, CA 92037

Christine C. writes: This hotel is the perfect secret getaway. It couldn't be in a better location, yet most people don't even know it is there. Hotel Parisi in downtown La Jolla and it is right across the street the La Valencia and it is above the Victoria Secret. The…

Athenaeum Music & Arts Library
Neighborhood: La Jolla

1008 Wall St
La Jolla, CA 92037

Kevin B. writes: I had no idea this place existed a few years ago. A friend had told me about an exhibit in the gallery of the Athenaeum, but when I visited I was blown away by its extensive collection of art, books on art and artists, selection of music and even…

Pannikin Coffee
Neighborhood: La Jolla

7458 Girard Ave
La Jolla, CA 92037

David O. writes: Pannikin was another one of my haunts back in the day...  It's funny to see how one may no longer frequent coffeehouses religiously, but that doesn't mean that they disappear.  The torch is merely passed on to the next generation, as it was passed on…

La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club

2000 Spindrift Dr
La Jolla, CA 92037

Robi P. writes: USC alumni sticker on your Escallade?
Platinum AMEX?
Like the beach?

This place is for you!  This is a full service club, catering to your every need at the beach.  Their seaside room rentals are nicer and nicer every year.  The new flat panel TVs and…

Jose's Court Room
Neighborhood: La Jolla

1037 Prospect St
La Jolla, CA 92037

Miss Josephine Z. writes: Despite its' posh La Jolla location, Jose's is pretty laid back restaurant/watering hole. A large group of us came in around lunch time and were seated immediately. There was about 10-15 of us and we basically took over the restaurant. The place is…

The French Pastry Shop

5550 La Jolla Blvd
La Jolla, CA 92037

Aubrey O. writes: This place has one of the best pecan squares I've ever had!!  I'm an avid lover of pecan pie but with me it's either a hit or miss.  I only like it a certain way and the French Pastry Shop has done well to satisfy my pecan pie cravings in this cute…

Crab Catcher Restaurant
Neighborhood: La Jolla

1298 Prospect St
La Jolla, CA 92037

Vicky L. writes: View was great, food and service were both superb. SO and I came here for my birthday awhile ago and I definatelly enjoyed the seared ahi napolean. It was slices of seared ahi layered with crisp napa slaw and wonton skins to create a "dessert…

Moondoggies La Jolla
Neighborhood: La Jolla

909 Prospect Street
La Jolla, CA 92037

michelle i. writes: breath-taking views... wow! and i'm not just talking about the ocean. tanned and gorgeous san diegans flock here in droves. especially on steamy hot summer days. the upstairs outdoor patio bar area looks right onto prospect for excellent…

Cendio
Neighborhood: La Jolla

909 Prospect St
La Jolla, CA 92037

jamie z. writes: We came in here for lunch, and this place has a beautiful set up, and what we liked, and the reason we chose this place, was the outside patio dining area. The weather was perfect. We sat down to lunch and had fast prompt service. The food was pretty…

Pink Zone
Neighborhood: La Jolla

7880 Girard Ave
La Jolla, CA 92037

Adrienne W. writes: Why the heck wouldn't I give it five stars? For what it is, it's just fine.

Cheapie tank tops and summer dresses that are cute, stylish and for being so cheap, won't upset me if it get ruined somehow.

Also a great place to try out a trend or funky…

M bride
Neighborhood: La Jolla

702 Pearl Street, Suite H
By Appointment Only
La Jolla, CA 92037

Julie C. writes: Dreamy dresses for the most discerning bride!  You'll feel like Cinderella (or SJP if that's your style) in one of these gowns.  They carry names you wouldn't find without going to LA or NY, like Angel Sanchez, Ines di Santo and Peter Langner.  The…

Marketplace Grille
Neighborhood: La Jolla

1030 Torrey Pines Rd Ste C
La Jolla, CA 92037

Yasmeen J. writes: I've been eating at the grille since college (um, just a few years back, really ;) and still love it! I went back recently and had a slice of heaven, a.k.a the chicken wrap. It is amazing! Their food is authentic, service is great and a really great…

Living Room Coffee
Neighborhood: La Jolla

1010 Prospect St
La Jolla, CA 92037

Denise L. writes: I was in deep trouble, faced with a problem that I couldn't solve using my regular tactics.   I needed a solution and fast.
My classmates were meeting for study group at the Living Room.  No surprise there, the place is packed with study buddies.  
But…

Jack's La Jolla
Neighborhood: La Jolla

7863 Girard Ave
La Jolla, CA 92037

Miss Josephine Z. writes: Came here after passing all my finals. Although it was only a 3.0 semester, I still deserved a celebration....

1st off: Men - watch out for the cougars. (a cougar is a probably wealthy , yet slightly attractive older woman with fake breasts, chin,…

Gaia Day Spa
Neighborhood: La Jolla

1299 Prospect St
Ste 105
La Jolla, CA 92037

Bailey Z. writes: Iris C. and I came here for our 1.5 year anniversary and had a couples Swedish massage for 50 minutes. I guess it was a bit pricey, but it was very relaxing. Right after you enter, you are seated in a waiting area where you can help yourself to hot…

California Pizza Kitchen

3363 Nobel Dr
La Jolla, CA 92037

Vicky L. writes: Good consistent food 99% of the time. Service is mediocre especially when it starts to get busy. Then my drink glasses are usually empty and I get more and more ice with each refill until it basically takes me one good drink to empty the glass.…

Moo Time
Neighborhood: La Jolla

8657 Villa La Jolla Dr
La Jolla, CA 92037

Jennifer A. writes: This location is now closed...the only other one is in Coronado...I haven't been to that one.  Love their ice creams

Manhattan of La Jolla
Neighborhood: La Jolla

7766 Fay Ave
La Jolla, CA 92037

Denise L. writes: My #1 pick for ceasar  #1 pick for steak
I love this restaurant.  the food is amazing, esp the ceasar salad and steaks.  Sometimes the waiters are a little stuck up though.  Sometimes they sing to you in Italian.  There are fishtanks and huge pink…

The Spot
Neighborhood: La Jolla

1005 Prospect St
La Jolla, CA 92037

Nicole S. writes: I think about The Spot all the time because once as a little kid we saw the Dad from ALF (Willie) walking into it with a really young woman. So if it's good enough for Willie, in his prime, when the show was on and before he started doing it with men…

International Market & Grill

3211 Holiday Ct
Ste 100
La Jolla, CA 92037

JC D. writes: My friend kept raving about this place. "It's a Market, but they serve food." He's Persian, Iranian or whatever he claimed to be that day, but he knows his food. He's also friends with the people with the owners.

One day he showed up with some food.…

Home

629 S Coast Highway 101
Encinitas, CA 92024

Sarah L. writes: Home is a small, quality filled vintage/new/used clothier. Every time i stop here, i end up leaving with a thing or two... usually a couple used/vintage shirts and/or a pair of inexpensive earrings.  A lot of their clothes (especially new clothes)…

Migrate Home

937 South Coast Hwy 101
C-103
Encinitas, CA 92024

Sarah L. writes: This Fresh store, and it's equally fresh owner, are on their way! As Julie said, this is a totally "Green" store, however... this isn't your usual earth friendly patchouli wearing hippy store. Migrate Home has a completely modern, urban feel. The…

Gaffney's Wine Bar

897 S Coast Hwy 101
Encinitas, CA 92024

Jed S. writes: I love this place. I love the low key, completely unpretentious atmosphere. My fiancee and I spoke with the owners while there and they've got it all figured out.

For the record, one of my favorite things about this place is something that Sarah T.…

Via Italia Trattoria

565 S Coast Highway 101
Encinitas, CA 92024

ralph j. writes: I am giving five stars even though the service was off once (I've been there several times). Best Italian food I have had in north coast - bar none. Extensive menu, almost too much to choose from sometimes. Great food and nice atmosphere. To give you…

Moonlight State Beach

400 B Street
Bottom of Encinitas Blvd
Encinitas, CA 92024

Andy C. writes: This is a wonderful and totally beautiful beach!!!

There is a divider for the surfers and the swimmers at the beach.

Also, there is a children's park for the younger age children to go and climb all over on.

3 volleyball sand courts, and bonfire pits.…

Rancho Coastal Humane Society

389 Requeza St
Encinitas, CA 92024

Sarah L. writes: For over 40 years, Rancho Coastal Humane Society continues to prove that they really really care about the animals. I only wish I had more time to volunteer here, and although it's been awhile, the entire experience as a volunteer at RCHS was fun,…

Leucadia Oaks Park

15111 N. Vulcan Ave
Leucadia, CA 92024

Julie G. writes: Encinitas has some great little parks and this is one of them located in the Leucadia section of town. Off of Vulcan Avenue it was built when the land surrounding it was developed into luxury single family homes. It was definitely needed in this area…

Henry's Farmers Market

1327 Encinitas Boulevard
Encinitas, CA 92024

Alisa M. writes: I love this store.  I especially love the sandwich deli.  They have the freshest sour dough and they have london broil sliced really thin.  

I also like all the cute little bins that hold stuff that is healthy for me.  I feel so good about myself just…

Leucadia Sushi Bar

996 N Coast Highway 101
Encinitas, CA 92024

Kat N. writes: How can I not give this place a 5 star rating? My first yelp review, but I have read many!

I started going there when I first moved up to Leucadia (since it was literally 2 blocks from my house.) This quickly became my Fianc's and my favorite sushi…

Fulano's Mexican Cafe

145 Leucadia Blvd
Encinitas, CA 92024

Emily R. writes: Fulano's rocks! The food here is so good! The owner is almost always in the restaurant when it is open. He makes all the food himself as he is a master trained chef. It is very fresh, healthy Mexican food, yet still authentic. Great tacos, chille…

The Yoga Room- CLOSED

957 2nd St
Encinitas, CA 92024

laura b. writes: For an authentic yoga experience, no studio can compare.  Synergy combines  meditation, careful instruction, and skilled posture adjustments in a heated room.  The teachers are highly trained and follow a strict set of guidelines based on the…

Chin's Szechwan Restaurant

625 Encinitas Blvd
Encinitas, CA 92024

G J J. writes: Oh I love this place! I know it's not real Chinese food at all, but it's great!

Here are my suggestions, since I have been here at least five hundred times.

1) Get the glazed honey mushrooms
2) Get the bean curd and brown sauce

Oh man, that's a killer…

Gardenology

587 South Coast Hwy 101
Encinitas, CA 92024

Edenista M. writes: Gardenology is a beautiful store, furnished with topiaries of all sizes, crystal chandeliers, copper-aged vases and pots, and fine linen pillows. This spot is in its entirety a beautiful setting to wander through and shop at.

Greek American Family Restaurant

392 N El Camino Real
Encinitas, CA 92024

Ben C. writes: Took most of my immediate family 10 people last night.  The food was very authentic and the family owned atmosphere is the best.   The food was fresh and absolutely delicious.  The Gyro meat is not greasy and very tasty, the salads are amazing and…

David's Coffee House
Neighborhood: Hillcrest

3766 5th Ave
San Diego, CA 92103

Anastasia B. writes: I've always felt neglected every time I've been to David's. I know I'm not a gay man, but I make a good hag.

Rainbow Flowers
Neighborhood: Hillcrest

1070 University Ave
San Diego, CA 92103

Denise Q. writes: I have only used 1 florist in San Diego ever.  

Rainbow Flowers.  They have never let me down, ever!  

I call them on the phone, tell them who the flowers are for, (ie. age of the recipient; relationship to them; the amount of money I want to spend)…

Edgewater Tattoo
Neighborhood: Hillcrest

416 University Ave
San Diego, CA 92103

Mari C. writes: i got my third tattoo here today. i'm still planning to stick to avalon for when i get the rest of my arm filled in, but i didn't feel like waiting on this one.

i called around a few places asking if they had any openings. everyone said no. so i…

Jack In the Box
Neighborhood: Hillcrest

804 University Ave
San Diego, CA 92103

Chris K. writes: This may be the most impressive Jack in the Box man has ever seen. Just the decor itself gives it the extra fourth star. It's set up like a coffee shop but you eat your fried goodness there instead of coffee. I like the big lounge chairs with the…

Kitima Thai Cuisine
Neighborhood: Hillcrest

406 University Ave
San Diego, CA 92103

Natasia K. writes: Ok ok, the place has great atmosphere and whatever, but the food does not taste that great. My drunken noodles were not spicy and had very little flavor for the $10 I paid during lunch. I understand it's Hillcrest and looks nicer than most places,…

Balboa Park Inn

3402 Park Blvd
San Diego, CA 92103

Juanita c. writes: This was one of my favorite hotels, EVER. It's a bed and breakfast with history, but it's not cloying or intrusive.

The neighborhood is gay- and urban/hipster-friendly, and the hotel is located close enough to Balboa Park to walk to the zoo or take a…