Guidebook for San Diego
Essentials
Whole Foods Market
711 University AveClose, ecclectic.
Trader Joe's
1640 Garnet AveClose, inexpensive.
Sprouts Farmers Market
3015 Clairemont DrInexpensive. Reasonably close.
All organic. Vegan (only) deli/restaurant. Supports local farmers. Better prices than Whole Foods (for most things) and not a big corporation.
159 locals recommend
Ocean Beach People's Organic Food Market
4765 Voltaire StAll organic. Vegan (only) deli/restaurant. Supports local farmers. Better prices than Whole Foods (for most things) and not a big corporation.
Food Scene
Filter Coffee House
1295 University AveClose. Wifi. Outdoor seating. Not a chain.
Khyber Pass Restaurant
523 University AveDelicious. Close.
Plumeria Vegetarian Restaurant
4661 Park BlvdGreat food, prices and staff. Also, vegan!
Muzita Abyssinian Bistro
4651 Park BlvdDelicious and great vegetarian options.
Shopping
Rite Aid
3650 Adams AveConvenient.
Arts & Culture
Landmark's Hillcrest Cinemas
3965 Fifth AveGreat indie and foreign films.
Everything Else
Mission Hills - Hillcrest/Knox Library
215 W Washington StNot very close but still walking distance.
Close and right next door to Sprouts grocery store.
6 locals recommend
Friends Of The San Diego Public Library
4193 Park BlvdClose and right next door to Sprouts grocery store.
Sightseeing
Trolley Barn Park
1943 Adams AveSweet little park nearby. Good for kids (but no bathroom).