Alex’s San Diego Guidebook
Anything You Need Is Right Here on Adams Ave
We weren't exaggerating when we said you're staying in a great location :-)
Polite Provisions
4696 30th StFor a fancy cocktail
Et Voilà! French Bistro
3015 Adams AveFor a foodie experience
For craft beer, a slice of pizza, and live music (Jazz and Blues Night is Thursdays!)
174 locals recommend
Blind Lady Ale House
3416 Adams AveFor craft beer, a slice of pizza, and live music (Jazz and Blues Night is Thursdays!)
Thai Joint
3456 Adams AveFor take-out with great vegetarian options
Dark Horse Coffee Roasters
3260 Adams AveFor morning coffee and a treat
For great Chinese food.
Local's Tip: if there is a long wait, put your name in and let the host know you are having a drink next-door at Polite Provisions. The host will come get you and bring your drinks over. Or you can order to-go and eat at Polite Provisions.
20 locals recommend
Fortunate Son
2943 Adams AveFor great Chinese food.
Local's Tip: if there is a long wait, put your name in and let the host know you are having a drink next-door at Polite Provisions. The host will come get you and bring your drinks over. Or you can order to-go and eat at Polite Provisions.
Vons
3610 Adams AveClosest grocery store
Closest drug store (open 24 hours) and pharmacy (M-F 8am-9pm; Sat. 9am-6pm; Sun. 10am-6pm)
120 locals recommend
Rite Aid
3650 Adams AveClosest drug store (open 24 hours) and pharmacy (M-F 8am-9pm; Sat. 9am-6pm; Sun. 10am-6pm)
Madi
Best breakfast and brunch.
Okay, so there are two best breakfast and brunch spots on Adams :-)
40 locals recommend
Hanna's Gourmet
2864 Adams AveOkay, so there are two best breakfast and brunch spots on Adams :-)
Bleu Bohème
4090 Adams AveGreat French food, lovely al fresco ambience.
Fresh local produce, ready-made hot meals and gourmet selections at our neighborhood market.
Stehly Farms Market
Fresh local produce, ready-made hot meals and gourmet selections at our neighborhood market.
Sightseeing
The Zoo, museums, The Old Globe, gardens, street vendors and fairs and much more!
3290 locals recommend
Balboa Park
The Zoo, museums, The Old Globe, gardens, street vendors and fairs and much more!
California's largest municipal park has over 65 miles of trails to explore. Cowles Mountain (strenuous!) or Visitor Center Loop (pretty easy, except for one steep incline) hikes are a favorite among locals and visitors.
194 locals recommend
Mission Trails Regional Park
1 Father Junipero Serra TrailCalifornia's largest municipal park has over 65 miles of trails to explore. Cowles Mountain (strenuous!) or Visitor Center Loop (pretty easy, except for one steep incline) hikes are a favorite among locals and visitors.
Find family friendly beaches, grassy parks, volleyball, water sport rentals, and miles of a winding boardwalk for skating, biking or strolling.
109 locals recommend
Mission Bay
Find family friendly beaches, grassy parks, volleyball, water sport rentals, and miles of a winding boardwalk for skating, biking or strolling.
A local surf spot with amazing views of the ocean, surf and sky. For the adventurous, check out the tide pools at low tide.
580 locals recommend
Sunset Cliffs
A local surf spot with amazing views of the ocean, surf and sky. For the adventurous, check out the tide pools at low tide.
A mix of history (1800's San Diego), restaurants, shops and entertainment. Great place to enjoy Mexican food, mariachi, and ballet folklórico.
1070 locals recommend
Old Town
A mix of history (1800's San Diego), restaurants, shops and entertainment. Great place to enjoy Mexican food, mariachi, and ballet folklórico.
La Jolla Cove
1100 Coast BlvdSoak up the sun on a kayak adventure.
If you would love to explore downtown and get out on the water, here's a fun, full day itinerary: Start in Little Italy at a cute cafe or farmers market. Find your way to the water and stroll the boardwalk to Seaport Village. After admiring the Midway Ship and Star of India, hop on the ferry to Coronado Island and stay for lunch. Enjoy the views of the San Diego skyline as you head back on the ferry, landing at the Convention Center. If you still have a pep in your step, sip a cocktail at a cool spot in the Gaslamp Quarter downtown.
487 locals recommend
Coronado Island
If you would love to explore downtown and get out on the water, here's a fun, full day itinerary: Start in Little Italy at a cute cafe or farmers market. Find your way to the water and stroll the boardwalk to Seaport Village. After admiring the Midway Ship and Star of India, hop on the ferry to Coronado Island and stay for lunch. Enjoy the views of the San Diego skyline as you head back on the ferry, landing at the Convention Center. If you still have a pep in your step, sip a cocktail at a cool spot in the Gaslamp Quarter downtown.
You Don't Have to Go to TJ for Great Tacos!
¡SALUD! Barrio Logan
2196 Logan AveAlex's fav in all of San Diego, off the beaten path
Las Cuatro Milpas
1857 Logan AveMost authentic
Fun, fresh place to dine. There is also a location in Mission Valley, but I like to walk around Seaport Village after eating.
67 locals recommend
Puesto At The Headquarters
789 W Harbor DrFun, fresh place to dine. There is also a location in Mission Valley, but I like to walk around Seaport Village after eating.
Fresh, quick and delicious taco plates, just down the street. Don't forget to pop next door to order a smoothie at the Fruteria.
Brothers Mexican restaurant
3531 39 Adams AveFresh, quick and delicious taco plates, just down the street. Don't forget to pop next door to order a smoothie at the Fruteria.
Bring on the nostalgia. Every San Diegan grew up on this type of Mexican food. Great sit-down spot close by on Adams.
96 locals recommend
Ponce's
4050 Adams AveBring on the nostalgia. Every San Diegan grew up on this type of Mexican food. Great sit-down spot close by on Adams.
Lola 55
1290 F StJust delicious. A fresh, young, fun place to dine.
Fine Dining Experiences (Make a Reservation!)
SOICHI
2121 Adams AveAuthentic, exciting sushi close to home
Ironside Fish & Oyster
1654 India StGreat seafood and fun scene in Little Italy
Juniper & Ivy
2228 Kettner BlvdRichard Blais' restaurant in Little Italy
Brian Malarkey's California and Mediterranean restaurant in Little Italy
62 locals recommend
Herb & Wood
2210 Kettner BlvdBrian Malarkey's California and Mediterranean restaurant in Little Italy
Yes, its in a strip mall off the freeway, but the sushi and the welcoming experience explain Sushi Tadokoro's one Michelin star. Walk-ins are accepted at lunch.
18 locals recommend
Sushi Tadokoro
2244 San Diego AveYes, its in a strip mall off the freeway, but the sushi and the welcoming experience explain Sushi Tadokoro's one Michelin star. Walk-ins are accepted at lunch.
The.Best.Sushi.Experience. in the heart of the Asian community in San Diego, Kearny Mesa.
7 locals recommend
Hidden Fish
4764 Convoy StThe.Best.Sushi.Experience. in the heart of the Asian community in San Diego, Kearny Mesa.
Rooftop lounge and New American restaurant makes for a fun date night and is also good for groups
168 locals recommend
Kettner Exchange
2001 Kettner BlvdRooftop lounge and New American restaurant makes for a fun date night and is also good for groups
A modern Mexican restaurant on the water. Go at sunset and enjoy stunning views of the San Diego skyline and bay.
105 locals recommend
Coasterra
880 Harbor Island DrA modern Mexican restaurant on the water. Go at sunset and enjoy stunning views of the San Diego skyline and bay.