Enoteca Del Fornaio
Neighborhood: Del Mar

1555 Camino Del Mar
Del Mar, CA 92014

Amanda S. writes: This place is a great place to bring out of town visitors on a sunny day, to visit by yourself on a sunny day, or to finish off a night of parting in Del Mar.  There is a great view and sometimes they have live music....drinks are pricey but worth it…

Il Fornaio
Neighborhood: Del Mar

1555 Camino Del Mar
Del Mar, CA 92014

Julie G. writes: Il Fornaio is an exquisite upscale chain featuring regional Italian dishes from around Italy. This location is sparkling as it sits atop Del Mar Plaza. With a brick oven for pizza you can have a lite meal or go for the gusto ordering the works…

Stratford Court Cafe

1307 Stratford Ct
Del Mar, CA 92014

Julie G. writes: This is a very cute English-style cafe with hanging flower baskets set in an English Tudor building on the very English inspired Stratford Court. Only this is Del Mar California so the food is good. Great coffee drinks and you can even get a cup of…

Taste of Thai

15770 San Andres Dr
Del Mar, CA 92014

Marc N. writes: Wife: "What are you doing?!"

Me: "I'm packing honey, we're leaving. San Diego doesn't want us and we don't want San Diego."

Wife: "What are you talking about? We only just moved here! I haven't finished unpacking yet! Put that box down and talk to me."…

Greek Style Chicken
Neighborhood: El Cajon

955 E Main St
El Cajon, CA 92021

Alissandra L. writes: None of this clever play-on-the-name crap. It's called Greek Style Chicken. That's what you come in to order, and that's what you get.

Who is Daphne, and why doesn't she serve bigger, better, tastier portions like GSC?

I wished I liked Zucchini,…

Environgentle

543 S Coast Hwy 101
Encinitas, CA 92024

Marisa F. writes: I love the IDEA of this place. Everything so plush and green and healthy and anti-Bush and whatnot.

but what's up with all that 'good' stuff being so frigging pricey??

c'mon- like I can afford 4 dollar toilet paper?  (time for a rant) how come all of…

KC Tandoor

1070 N El Camino Real
Encinitas, CA 92024

Jay D. writes: Don't you hate it when you feel lazy to cook? to shop?
Never go grocery shopping when you're hungry.

I just wanted a crust of bread and a bowl of gruel.  

I started driving from work. I pulled over without thinking.  
I wanted something homey and…

Barbecue Pit
Neighborhood: El Cajon

2388 Fletcher Pkwy
San Diego, CA 92020

lisa f. writes: Suzanne has been coming here since she was a kid. So she has psychological attachment to the wagon wheel light fixtures, the old fashioned chairs, the cafeteria style plates. She says nothing has changed a bit--except, the old guy who used to slice…

Jamroc 101 Caribbean Grill

101 NCoast Hwy. 101
Encinitas, CA 92024

Ricardo F. writes: I have eaten there several times!! Love that place. The quality of the food, and the service are top-notch, and the price is very "likkle".

Make sure you order a side of their potato chips when you go there. I'm pretty sure they are handmade and…

Bergamot Spa

466 N Coast Hwy 101
Suite 11
Encinitas, CA 92024

Lucy E. writes: Mythbuster - Not all in North County is SNOTTY!!!

Welcome to the best spa in San Diego.  A beautiful tropical island vibe with several private massage rooms.  Hey, not THOSE kind of massages.

Massages, facials, manis, pedis.......time to chick-tify…

Filiberto's

476 S Coast Highway 101
Encinitas, CA 92024

Jared S. writes: 24 hour Mexican food.

Two thumbs up.

I stick to a healty regiment of Chicken burritos with Rice and Cheese from Filiberto's. There hot sauce is amazing. There is no place i'd rather go for a chicken burrito.

So convenient that you can go there any time…

Ducky Waddle's Emporium

414 N Coast Highway 101
Encinitas, CA 92024

Sarah L. writes: From the mouth of the Ducky:

"Books! Big books, small books, old books, new books, books on ALL subjects....Nothing in here is fluff, its all about substance."

"Art! None of that Kinkade, Wyland, still lifes and landscapes bullshit. Locals and Lowbrow…

St Tropez Bakery & Bistro

947 S Coast Highway 101
Encinitas, CA 92024

Jay D. writes: ""Hey J! (Trish knows me as "J.") Let's go to lunch and catch up!"  

We all have friends like Trish.  Despite being married, she makes huge efforts to catch up with old pals - time permitting.  This means that she can't hang out regularly because if…

Longboard Grotto

978 N Hwy 101
Encinitas, CA 92024

graydon a. writes: I used to go to this shop when I lived in La Jolla many years ago. I love this shop, they have a great selection of new, used & vitage longboards. I've seen some beautiful classic boards in here such as Da Cat. They also carry a great selection of…

Savory Casual Fare

267 N El Camino Real
Encinitas, CA 92024

Tara H. writes: Thanks to my friend Amy, I am hooked on this place. The customer service  is superb yet in no way is it snooty or pretentious. You get 5 star treatment with the casual and friendly attitude that is So-Cal Coastal. As a San Diego Native, I appreciate…

Chuao Chocolatier

937 S Coast Highway 101
Encinitas, CA 92024

ken c. writes: I couldn't disagree with Emily more.  Although the Zurich Bahnhofstrasse is pretty damm good, the treats offered there are made using  the same old flavors and preparations as you'd find 100 years ago.  Good but tired.   By the way, the pastry chef…

Encinitas Surfboards

107 N Hwy 101
Encinitas, CA 92024

David G. writes: Solid people and everything you need.  Plus they open at 8:30am.  What else is there to say?  Maybe not the biggest selection of stuff in Encinitas, but these guys are true hometown hereos.

Passage To India

275 N El Camino Real, K
Encinitas, CA 92024

Amy Y. writes: My favorite Indian restaurant. And the favorite of everyone else I know. Onlly because I turned them onto it!  Best Indian buffet! Awesome service! I used to eat there once a week when I went to Mira Costa College. Any way, I used to go there so much…

SRF Meditation Gardens

215 K Street
Encinitas, CA 92024

Mitchell F. writes: This garden located on the cliffs overlooking the ocean is a hidden gem.  There are flowers blooming every, multiple koi ponds, and beautiful views of the ocean.  There are benches scattered throughout the garden for you to sit and relax and just…

Soul Scape Gift & Bookstore

765 South Coast Hwy 101
Ste 106
Encinitas, CA 92024

Marisa F. writes: This store is a great little find in a scenic sleepy town. They've got tons of interesting books to browse along with a little spot to sit and peruse your future purchases.  My friend and I had a great time with their Tarot card offerings, doing our…

Siamese Basil

527 S Coast Highway 101
Between D and E
Encinitas, CA 92024

Jay D. writes: Me: Hi, I'd like to have an order to go.
Cute yet busy gal: Ok. Do you know what you want?  

Yeah, she was busy.  She was looking over 4 tables.

Me:  The lunch special - chicken curry.  

Mind you, I haven't been here in a long while.  I was originally…

Tower Records-Video-Books
Neighborhood: La Jolla

8657 Villa La Jolla Dr Ste 231
La Jolla, CA 92037

Adam V. writes: Tower Records
3601 Sports Arena Blvd
San Diego, CA 92110
(619) 224-3333

"If you ever get lonely you can just go to the record store and visit your friends." Penny Lane, "Almost Famous"

It is probably a bad idea to write a review for a place that is going…

Harry's Coffee Shop
Neighborhood: La Jolla

7545 Girard Ave
La Jolla, CA 92037

steven c. writes: For us 'non-morning' people, we can be especially cranky and critical when it comes to our first meal.  "No, no, no, I asked for strawberry jam not blackberry god damnit", "What the hell, is this pulp in my orange juice?".  For some reason however,…

Bahia Don Bravo

5504 La Jolla Blvd
La Jolla, CA 92037

steven c. writes: Every Mexican food restaurant has a 'signature' burrito, at Bahia, you have to order the Lobster burrito, it is a little expensive relative to the other options, but this is for good reason, it simply melts in your mouth.  Also, compared to other…

BJ's Pizza & Grill

8873 Villa La Jolla Dr
La Jolla, CA 92037

Tonie T. writes: Deep dish delish-ish-ness... MMMMmmm!!!
They probably pour in a half gallon of oil into the bottom of the pan to get that crust so crispy and amazing. I'm also a big fan of their giant baked potatoes. The burgers are really tasty, too, but one time I…

Sushi On the Rock
Neighborhood: La Jolla

7734 Girard Ave
Ste A
La Jolla, CA 92037

Jeff S. writes: Pros:
* The company...Art you crack me up!
* The appetizer: "Monkey Balls" - I don't normally eat "balls" (monkey or otherwise) but they were delicious!
* The sushi: The uni was great, the "spicy" (also see cons) scallop hand roll was also very good.
*…

Tadashi Sushi
Neighborhood: La Jolla

1277 Prospect St
La Jolla, CA 92037

Denise L. writes: Are you a rice hider?  During all you can eat sushi, if you hide the rice, they will kick you out.  You have to eat the rice.

I didn't want to eat the rice.  

They can't make me.  I shouldn't have to hide my rice.

Don't hide the rice in the bottom of…

Wahoo Fish Tacos
Neighborhood: La Jolla

639 Pearl St
La Jolla, CA 92037

Al V. writes: Did you know that this restaurant franchise was opened up by 3 Chinese American Surfer dudes? Didn't know that. Pretty cool. The food is okay but for some reason it doesn't taste authentically Mexican. Use Baja Fresh as a comparison. All the surfer…

Carino's
Neighborhood: La Jolla

7408 La Jolla Blvd
La Jolla, CA 92037

Matt F. writes: Great place to go for dinner.  They have one beer on tap, Michelob i believe but who cares, its a great little hole in the wall italian joint with good service and no nonsense.  The pizza isn't great but who cares, its good.  The ambiance is great…

Haagen-Dazs Ice Cream Shoppe Gourmet Frozen Yogurt
Neighborhood: La Jolla

1172 Prospect St
La Jolla, CA 92037

Christine C. writes: It is all too easy to wind up here after going out to eat in La Jolla. This place also calls my name after a day at the beach. There is just something romantic about walking the streets of La Jolla with an ice cream cone, whether it is after a meal…

Goldfish Point Cafe
Neighborhood: La Jolla

1255 Coast Blvd Lowr
La Jolla, CA 92037

Shelli S. writes: This is a coffee shop with one of the best views in the world. I've always loved this little out of the way La Jolla Cove spot. Plus as an added bonus, it comes without the snobby bullshit high prices of La Jolla even though it's surrounded by it.…

Karl Strauss Brewery & Restaurants
Neighborhood: La Jolla

1044 Wall St Ste C
La Jolla, CA 92037

Sean B. writes: GREAT VIEWS natural and synthetic
BEER was GREAT!!!!!
food was good
and
service rareity

Ono's Cafe
Neighborhood: Chula Vista

4154 Bonita Rd
Bonita, CA 91902

Alissandra L. writes: "Island Style Bistro" = Fusion.

Salads, appetizers, sushi, wraps, Hawaiian and Japanese fusion entrees, specialty desserts, kona coffee, a billion teas, etc etc. But, what do I care about more than anything else on the menu?

Malasadas.

Malasadas =…

La Especial del Norte

664 N Coast Hwy 101
Encinitas, CA 92024

Diana L. writes: Being from Seattle - the which is widely known as the land of "Mexican't Food", I look forward to the yearly trips to Encinitas not only for the sunshine in December.  It was on my very first trip down in 1999 that I was lucky enough to stumble upon…

McGills Skate Shop

335 S Coast Hwy 101
Ste S
Encinitas, CA 92024

Julie G. writes: It's too bad Yelp doesn't have a category for skateboarding as it seems that this is one of California's premiere sports. Former 80's pro skater Mike McGill opened his shop back in 1987 to serve the burgeoning skateboarding community in Encinitas.…

Yoga Swami

912 S Coast Highway 101
Encinitas, CA 92024

alma l. writes: As I was setting up my yoga mat for my first session in the yurt, I quietly asked my neighboring yogi if she was a reoccurring student.  She was quick to tell me that she had frequented Yoga Swami's on a tri-weekly basis.  I was intrigued.  She…

Le Papagayo

1002 North Hwy 101
Leucadia, CA 92024

Blair R. writes: Le Papagayo is a great place to bring a date, especially on Thursdays when they have Cuban nights featuring live music in the flamenco and rumba styles.  Order a few of their specialty mojitos, sit back and imagine you're on vacation in some tropical…

Viejas Concerts in the Park
Neighborhood: Palo Verde

5005 Willows Rd
Alpine, CA 91901

Allisoto P. writes: Initial thought: what a random venue, the outlet mall at the casino?

But...I was pleasantly surprised. The show I attended was not sold out, so general admission worked out really well. We got there, had a drink ($7 for a beer, $6 for wine, $2 for…

TJ Oyster Bar
Neighborhood: Chula Vista

4246 Bonita Rd
Bonita, CA 91902

Ethan H. writes: Great big yum!

The fish and oyster tacos were excellent, so excellent in fact that I'm tempted to go with the whole 5 stars. The salsa was fantastic, too.

The two mitigating factors:

(1) I've had better smoked marlin. Not that this was bad, but it was…