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The best place in north county for authentic French pastries. The croissants are delicious especially the almond. Their quiche is also a highlight.
L'Atelier de Paris, San Diego
204 North El Camino RealThe best place in north county for authentic French pastries. The croissants are delicious especially the almond. Their quiche is also a highlight.
Fantastic restaurant from Top Chef Brian Malarkey. Oysters Rockefeller, roasted carrots, kale salad and bucatini pasta dish are some of my favorites. A great variety. RESERVATIONS A MUST.
27 locals recommend
Herb & Sea
131 W D StFantastic restaurant from Top Chef Brian Malarkey. Oysters Rockefeller, roasted carrots, kale salad and bucatini pasta dish are some of my favorites. A great variety. RESERVATIONS A MUST.
Garden State Bagels
191 N El Camino RealBest NY Stye bagels-I should know, I am a NYer!
Fun casual and great food and drink located in the very laid back Leucadia part of Encinitas.
114 locals recommend
Le Papagayo
1002 N Coast Hwy 101Fun casual and great food and drink located in the very laid back Leucadia part of Encinitas.
Close convenient casual and full bar with great burgers. The truffle popcorn is a must.
20 locals recommend
The Craftsman Tavern
267 N El Camino RealClose convenient casual and full bar with great burgers. The truffle popcorn is a must.
Great for brunch and lunch. The shrimp and grits are mouthwatering delicious! Lots of beer on tap.
99 locals recommend
Union Kitchen & Tap
1108 S Coast Hwy 101Great for brunch and lunch. The shrimp and grits are mouthwatering delicious! Lots of beer on tap.
Pressed Juicery
1925 Calle BarcelonaIf you love beer look no further. This place has 24 local beers on tap.
8 locals recommend
The Brewers Tap Room
1456 Encinitas BlvdIf you love beer look no further. This place has 24 local beers on tap.
Great bar fabulous craft cocktails. Pricey to dine so I say sit at the bar at sunset and have some drinks and snacks.
8 locals recommend
Ember & Rye
7447 Batiquitos DriveGreat bar fabulous craft cocktails. Pricey to dine so I say sit at the bar at sunset and have some drinks and snacks.
One of the views of the Pacific Ocean. Only con is LaJolla Village is very congested to get in and out of but worth a day trip.
248 locals recommend
George's at the Cove
1250 Prospect StOne of the views of the Pacific Ocean. Only con is LaJolla Village is very congested to get in and out of but worth a day trip.
Taco Tuesday’s are a fun night. Great for families. Oyster shooter are a must!!!
108 locals recommend
Brigantine
3263 Camino Del MarTaco Tuesday’s are a fun night. Great for families. Oyster shooter are a must!!!
Great day trip with an amazing farmers market on Saturdays-go early and have breakfast at Morning Glory.
889 locals recommend
Little Italy
Great day trip with an amazing farmers market on Saturdays-go early and have breakfast at Morning Glory.
Best weekend breakfast spot! You may have to wait to get a table so put your name down and shop the farmers market.
72 locals recommend
Morning Glory
550 W Date StBest weekend breakfast spot! You may have to wait to get a table so put your name down and shop the farmers market.
Hands down best Italian in north county. Their pizza has been rated number one in the country by Food+Wine magazine. Due to Covid they are now taking reservations. Must try!
35 locals recommend
Buona Forchetta - Encinitas
250 N Coast Hwy 101Hands down best Italian in north county. Their pizza has been rated number one in the country by Food+Wine magazine. Due to Covid they are now taking reservations. Must try!
Haggo's Organic Taco
1302 N Coast Hwy 101Seen on Diners Drive ins and Dives - enough said!
Black Rail Kitchen + Bar
6981 El Camino RealGreat food + drink in a nice setting.
Feeling like checking out Oceanside? Don’t miss this spot for some delicious French Mexican fusion restaurant. Yes French Mexican! Signature margarita is none like u have ever had.
20 locals recommend
Carte Blanche Bistro & Bar
339 N Cleveland StFeeling like checking out Oceanside? Don’t miss this spot for some delicious French Mexican fusion restaurant. Yes French Mexican! Signature margarita is none like u have ever had.
If you love sushi- look no further. This place turns out some of best sushi in SD, don’t let the 2 Britt owners/brothers and sushi chefs fool you - they know what they are doing. RESERVATIONS suggested.
75 locals recommend
Wrench and Rodent Seabasstropub
1815 S Coast HwyIf you love sushi- look no further. This place turns out some of best sushi in SD, don’t let the 2 Britt owners/brothers and sushi chefs fool you - they know what they are doing. RESERVATIONS suggested.
There are a lot of great places to eat around here. Also fun to rent ebikes and ride along the coast.
158 locals recommend
Carlsbad Village
There are a lot of great places to eat around here. Also fun to rent ebikes and ride along the coast.
Jeune et Jolie
2659 State StAuthentic French dining experience. I say a MUST.
URBN Encinitas
764 S Coast Hwy 101The absolute best pizza in SD. Go or order via DoorDash
Only place where you can get a real east coast Lobster roll. Family lobster night to have delivered is a fun night in!
10 locals recommend
Lobster West
765 S Coast Hwy 101Only place where you can get a real east coast Lobster roll. Family lobster night to have delivered is a fun night in!
Javier's La Jolla
4301 La Jolla Village DrSupreme Mexican RESERVATIONS A MUST
This is the BEST and perhaps only place for the most authentic dumplings and noodles. Truly a must try! RESERVATIONS A MUST and a MUST TRY.
39 locals recommend
Din Tai Fung
4301 La Jolla Village DrThis is the BEST and perhaps only place for the most authentic dumplings and noodles. Truly a must try! RESERVATIONS A MUST and a MUST TRY.
Best fried chicken and chicken sandwiches from Top Chef Winner Richard Blaise. And a great bar with craft cocktails! Go or deliver in!
26 locals recommend
The Crack Shack - Encinitas
407 Encinitas BlvdBest fried chicken and chicken sandwiches from Top Chef Winner Richard Blaise. And a great bar with craft cocktails! Go or deliver in!
Valentina Restaurant
810 N Coast Hwy 101Enjoy foods from Spain. Delicious.
Beach Plum Kitchen
6971 El Camino RealGreat place for brunch/breakfast
The Taco Stand
642 S Coast Hwy 101Always a line always delicious
The Bier Garden of Encinitas
641 S Coast Hwy 101Hip and fun with great food + drink
Flower Child
2690 Via De La ValleDelicious organic eatery
Trendy Italian but seriously amazing food. Highlights to order: the ragu of the day, Italian chopped salad, any pasta, truffle pizza, anything in a jar and the doughnuts! RESERVATIONS A MUST
46 locals recommend
CUCINA enoteca Del Mar
2730 Via De La ValleTrendy Italian but seriously amazing food. Highlights to order: the ragu of the day, Italian chopped salad, any pasta, truffle pizza, anything in a jar and the doughnuts! RESERVATIONS A MUST
Personal favorite doughnut shop on 101. But also try VGs, also listed, and you decide.
26 locals recommend
Leucadia Donut Shoppe
1604 N Coast Hwy 101Personal favorite doughnut shop on 101. But also try VGs, also listed, and you decide.
VG Donut & Bakery
106 Aberdeen DrA huge selection of doughnuts always a line.
This is a must stop on your list. Best little beach side restaurant. Dine in the back patio. New location in Cardiff as well.
138 locals recommend
Fish 101 Leucadia
1468 N Coast Hwy 101This is a must stop on your list. Best little beach side restaurant. Dine in the back patio. New location in Cardiff as well.
Okay dining but the views cannot be beat. Only true on the beach dining in Encinitas area.
121 locals recommend
Pacific Coast Grill
2526 S Coast Hwy 101Okay dining but the views cannot be beat. Only true on the beach dining in Encinitas area.
Leucadia Farmers Market
185 Union StLocal farmers market on Sundays
The Broken Yolk Cafe
7670 El Camino RealAll American diner like great for breakfast and lunch only.
Breakfast Republic
2730 University AveHip breakfast spot. Be prepared to wait so go early.
One of my favorite places for organic food. Very very tasty, generous portions!
11 locals recommend
Naked Cafe
288 N El Camino RealOne of my favorite places for organic food. Very very tasty, generous portions!
Casa De Bandini
1901 Calle BarcelonaGood fun atmosphere Mexican
La Costa Wine Company
Great little spot for some wine and cheese
Lofty Coffee Encinitas Roasting Works
97 N Coast Hwy 101Meritage Wine Market
162 S Rancho Santa Fe RdWine tastings and a great selection of premium wines and liquors.
The Pony Room
5921 Valencia Circle
MARKET Restaurant + Bar
3702 Via De La ValleOutstanding
Great for brunch or lunch in beautiful Rancho Santa Fe
18 locals recommend
The Inn at Rancho Santa Fe, A Tribute Portfolio Resort & Spa
5951 Linea Del CieloGreat for brunch or lunch in beautiful Rancho Santa Fe
L'atelier de Paris
7150 Avenida EncinasNew location.
Campfire
2725 State StExcellent RESERVATIONS SUGGESTED
If you want a night out in downtown SD and you want an amazing steak - this is your place.
51 locals recommend
Cowboy Star Restaurant and Butcher Shop
640 Tenth AveIf you want a night out in downtown SD and you want an amazing steak - this is your place.
Monello
750 W Fir StBencotto
750 W Fir StServices/Stores
Other things you many need during your stay.
Best place in all of San Diego for a luxurious mani pedi experience. Non toxic and clean products. Plus they serve you mimosas during your service. You can book on line www.paintnailbar.com Encinitas location. Uptown Girl Mani or Pedi are their signature services. Serving men, women and littles. Dog friendly.
Paint Nail Bar San Diego
292 N El Camino RealBest place in all of San Diego for a luxurious mani pedi experience. Non toxic and clean products. Plus they serve you mimosas during your service. You can book on line www.paintnailbar.com Encinitas location. Uptown Girl Mani or Pedi are their signature services. Serving men, women and littles. Dog friendly.
CVS
455 Encinitas BlvdHeadlines The Salon
121 N El Camino RealGelson's
7660 El Camino RealOmni La Costa Resort & Spa
2100 Costa Del Mar RdThis adult only spa is one of the finest in the entire world. Worth every penny. For an amazing experience I recommend having your massage treatment in the outdoor area.
21 locals recommend
Rancho Valencia Resort & Spa
5921 Valencia CirThis adult only spa is one of the finest in the entire world. Worth every penny. For an amazing experience I recommend having your massage treatment in the outdoor area.
Carlsbad Premium Outlets
5620 Paseo Del NorteOutlet shopping
Vons Grocery store, Gas, every bank, Starbucks Cinepolis movie theater and more just 1 mile away!
La Costa Town Square
3439 Via MontebelloVons Grocery store, Gas, every bank, Starbucks Cinepolis movie theater and more just 1 mile away!
Amazing shopping and dining. Favorite restaurants highlighted in this guide.
381 locals recommend
Westfield UTC
4545 La Jolla Village DrAmazing shopping and dining. Favorite restaurants highlighted in this guide.
Spend a day on Cedros Avenue known for its home design and artsy shopping with some cute restaurants. Famers market on Sundays.
73 locals recommend
Solana Beach
Spend a day on Cedros Avenue known for its home design and artsy shopping with some cute restaurants. Famers market on Sundays.
La Costa Farms
1911 Saxony RdGreat fresh fruits and vegetables and more
Lazy Acres
150 Encinitas BlvdSprouts Farmers Market
3243 Camino De Los CochesEncinitas Village Shopping Center
204 N El Camino RealGAP, Sephora, Dry Bar, Atleta and more
Discount Tire
107 N El Camino RealEnterprise Rent-A-Car
165 S El Camino RealPostalAnnex+
2588 El Camino RealMichaels
2649 Vista WayHome Depot
HomeGoods
284 N El Camino RealCrunch Fitness - Carlsbad
6215 El Camino RealRow House
3247 Camino De Los CochesYogaSix
1905 Calle Barcelonalululemon
1915 Calle BarcelonaApple Carlsbad
1923 Calle BarcelonaBevMo!
212 N El Camino RealCostco Wholesale
1755 Hacienda DrWhole Foods Market
2600 Via De La ValleSprouts Farmers Market
3243 Camino De Los CochesCostco Wholesale
1755 Hacienda DrBevMo!
212 N El Camino RealSightseeing
Best beach in north county. Summertime all the beaches are crowded especially the weekends so I suggest during the week maybe a bit better.
49 locals recommend
Ponto State Beach Jetty
Best beach in north county. Summertime all the beaches are crowded especially the weekends so I suggest during the week maybe a bit better.
Little Italy
La Jolla
Carlsbad Village
Little Italy Mercato Farmers' Market
600 W Date StState Street Farmers Market
2907 State StSolana Beach Farmers Market
444 S Cedros AveSan Diego County Fair
2260 Jimmy Durante BlvdThis hidden gem is a must! Even most locals don’t know about this place. A beautifully prepared cheese paired with some pretty good wines. Tell Olivia, Lynn King referred us! Reservations required the tasting is complimentary!
Burtech Family Vineyard
1325 Pipeline DrThis hidden gem is a must! Even most locals don’t know about this place. A beautifully prepared cheese paired with some pretty good wines. Tell Olivia, Lynn King referred us! Reservations required the tasting is complimentary!
TAKE OUT/DELIVERY
My list for food delivery via DoorDash
Thai One On
485 S Melrose DrURBN Encinitas
764 S Coast Hwy 101Chin's Gourmet
27464 Jefferson AvePho San Marcos
700 South Rancho Santa Fe RoadHooked on sushi
272 N El Camino RealThe Habit Burger Grill
4175 Genesee AveNectarine Grove
948 N Coast Hwy 101The basil pesto pizza w chicken is a must try local favorite
The Crack Shack - Encinitas
407 Encinitas BlvdURBN Encinitas
764 S Coast Hwy 101Lobster West
765 S Coast Hwy 101Moto Deli
190 N Coast Hwy 101The Cuban sandwich is to die for!
El Nopalito
582 Santa Fe DrBest Mexican to bring home. Carnitas Carne Asada delish
The Habit Burger Grill
4175 Genesee AvePick up some fresh homemade pasta and sauces one night to make at home. Also great subs and prepared dishes. The meatballs are a must.
8 locals recommend
Rosannas Pasta Shop
270 N El Camino RealPick up some fresh homemade pasta and sauces one night to make at home. Also great subs and prepared dishes. The meatballs are a must.
EMERGENCY
Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas
354 Santa Fe DrScripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla
9888 Genesee Ave