Thai House Cuisine
Neighborhood: Kearny Mesa

4225 Convoy St
San Diego, CA 92111

Young S. writes: Thai House is my favorite Thai restaurant in San Diego. Their food always comes out balanced, proportioned and tasty. I especially love their Tom Yum Koong, winner of Hustler's Best Tom Yum Award. Other great things to mention are their stir-fried…

K Sandwiches
Neighborhood: Clairemont

7604 Linda Vista Rd
San Diego, CA 92111

Z L. writes: Holy shit the Vietnamese iced milk coffee is so fucking good, but it gives me a fucking panic attack.

Convoy Tofu House
Neighborhood: Kearny Mesa

4229 Convoy St
San Diego, CA 92111

Tanya S. writes: I can admit it.  You were right.  I was wrong.  

So for the past week I've had this god awful sore throat.  Besides wanting to poke my tonsils out, I've wanted some good Korean comfort food.  Soon dubu was the answer!

I decided to come back to CTH…

Spicy City Chinese Restaurant
Neighborhood: Kearny Mesa

4690 Convoy St Ste 107
San Diego, CA 92111

Anita L. writes: I am always the skeptic when trying new Chinese restaurants, especially those specializing in certain dishes from specific regions of China. Although the name Spicy City suggests that the food is from areas such as Sichuan, Yunnan, Hunan, Chongqing,…

Gaglione Bros.
Neighborhood: Midway

3944 W Point Loma Blvd
San Diego, CA 92110

Ryan R. writes: I'm not going to lie; Gaglione Bros. has delicious cheese steak sandwiches.  The reason cheese steak sandwiches are delicious is because they are cheese steak sandwiches. Come on folks, they taste good because they are horrible for you. With that…

Tea Station
Neighborhood: Kearny Mesa

7315 Clairemont Mesa Blvd
San Diego, CA 92111

Ed to the M. writes: This happens to be my favorite boba place in San Diego.  It's a Southern California chain - most locations are in the San Gabriel Valley in Los Angeles - but I've always had excellent perfect bobas (not too hard, not too soft) and they make them…

The Original Pancake House
Neighborhood: Kearny Mesa

3906 Convoy St
San Diego, CA 92111

Caroline B. writes: For what it is...a nice clean diner with decent service and good food?..4 stars.

I love that this place offers the variety it does on the menu. I always appreciate ..and will sometimes come in specifically for...their whole wheat pancakes. They will…

Phuong Trang-Vietnamese & Chinese Cuisine
Neighborhood: Kearny Mesa

4170 Convoy St
San Diego, CA 92111

Tonie T. writes: This is my favorite place to get Pho. I love that their side o' greens is always heeping full. I've got to say, though, that I really need to branch out a bit when I come back. The only other things I've tried are the spring rolls (YUM!), the…

Nozomi Noodle & Teriyaki
Neighborhood: Kearny Mesa

4637 Convoy St
Ste 104
San Diego, CA 92111

Jay D. writes: HAHA! I AM VALIDATED!  

I knew Carlsbad Nozomi was far different than the other Nozomis!

http://www.sandiegorea...

""Nozomi" means "hope," and hope is universal: Nozomi Carlsbad is no relation to the Nozomis on Convoy Street and in La Jolla -- which are…

Chopstix
Neighborhood: Kearny Mesa

4633 Convoy St Ste 101
San Diego, CA 92111

daeman c. writes: I honestly don't think that the ramen gets any more authentic than at Chopstix - the "spicy" miso broth in the miso-chasyu-men reminds me of lining up in train stations waiting (politely) for a seat to open up, pre-purchased ticket in hand, to watch…

Armory Survival Gear
Neighborhood: Pacific Beach

1539 Garnet Ave
San Diego, CA 92109

Michelle B. writes: I'm not from SD. . . oh no I'm not. I'm from the BAY. We HARDLY ever see their shirts here. . . and thanks for the Jabbawockeez rockin their Green LOGO Shirt, I just knew I had to find this place. At the time I first looked online, I wasn't able to…

PB Sushi
Neighborhood: Pacific Beach

1203 Garnet Avenue
San Diego, CA 92109

Aubrey O. writes: I'll admit, I was pretty hesitant to grab some sushi at a place called "PB Sushi."  The name just didn't convince me to be the name of a sushi joint worth trying.  But as the saying goes "Names can be deceiving" or something like that :)

Anyway!  I…

Trader Joes
Neighborhood: Pacific Beach

1211 Garnet Avenue
San Diego, CA 92109

Diana D. writes: " I'd rather have Roses on my table than Diamonds on my neck "
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They have AMAZING floral bouquets for ONLY $4.99.
I usually go Costco when buying fresh flowers. But
for these I will make an exception.…

Thrusters Lounge
Neighborhood: Pacific Beach

4633 Mission Blvd
San Diego, CA 92109

Kristen M. writes: A serious hole-in-the-wall, not in the sense that it's ghetto, but literally tucked away on Mission, you barely even see it, unless you are looking for it specifically.  Good for us we were, #2 on pub crawl!  I was very pleasantly surprised by…

Zen 5 Sushi
Neighborhood: Pacific Beach

1130 Garnet Ave
San Diego, CA 92109

rm c. writes: Loved it. Mainly because of the vibe. Reggae, sake, sushi, and a surfer crowd?!?! What a terrific combo!

Definitely frequented by a younger, hip crowd (tattoos, bleached blonde hair., you get my drift...). Yes, I was asked for my ID when we ordered a…

Marino's Italian Restaurant
Neighborhood: Pacific Beach

4475 Ingraham St
San Diego, CA 92109

Allison H. writes: When the moon hits your eye like a big pizza pie,
That's Marino's
When the kitsch seems to shine like you've had too much wine
That's Marino's
Phones will ring ting-a-ling-a-ling, ting-a-ling-aling
And they'll be calls for take-out
Girls will say…

Mr. Frosty's
Neighborhood: Pacific Beach

Garnet Avenue
Pacific Beach, CA 92109

Tonie T. writes: Just your typical soft-serve joint if you ask me. BUT my boyfriend used to be NUTSO over Mr. Frosty! He would go all the time, and finally he got me hooked, too. Damnit! Our favorite order was always the Peanut Butter milkshake. It's good with…

JRDN

723 Felpsar St
San Diego, CA 92109

Denise L. writes: Me, and three coworkers just went to JRDN for lunch.  We wanted sushi, but their sushi bar doesn't open until 4, and they absolutely would not budge on that... even though the sushi guy was already there.  
For appetizers we had the mussels in coconut…

Bub's Dive Bar & Grill
Neighborhood: Pacific Beach

1030 Garnet Ave
San Diego, CA 92109

Stephani S. writes: I went here with Denise on Saturday for some hang over food and drinks. When we first walked in, Denise stopped in the middle of the bar and declared, "woah, we're the only chicks in here!" Yes other than the awesome bartender Chick, that was true. I…

The Fishery
Neighborhood: Pacific Beach

5040 Cass St
San Diego, CA 92109

Colleen H. writes: I've only been here once, but the oysters were damn good...just as good as Hog Island in SF! The company made it even better!

Thirsty Moon Records
Neighborhood: Hillcrest

525-A Evans Place
San Diego, CA 92103

Paul B. writes: A brief message to fan of Thirsty Moon Records who may be spending time in San Francisco: you should check out Aquarius Records in the Mission.

A brief message to fans of Aquarius Records who may be spending time in San Diego: you should check out…

Wine Time
Neighborhood: La Jolla

7474 La Jolla Blvd
La Jolla, CA 92037

Kinsee M. writes: I remember watching the movie "Sideways" and it being similar to torture. I wanted a glass of wine so bad the entire two hours. Instead, I had to sit there watching two ugly, middle-aged guys drink wine, sniff wine and poor wine all over their…

Royal Thai Cuisine
Neighborhood: La Jolla

737 Pearl St
Ste 110
La Jolla, CA 92037

mindy d. writes: 2 stars for service and bizarre atmosphere, 4 stars for food, 3 stars total.

-2 dined, there were 4 in the restaurant.  Service should've been great.  It was slow, not so much getting food to us, but clearing and bringing the check.  Our server was…

Francesca's
Neighborhood: La Jolla

1025 Prospect St
La Jolla, CA 92037

Amanda S. writes: Francesca's is an event in itself! This place is a girl's heaven...with tons of jewelry, gifts, clothes, good smelling things. My sister and I literally get giddy when we get to go here.  They have some decent prices...much cheaper than the rest of…

Jewel of La Jolla
Neighborhood: La Jolla

1250 Prospect St Ste B20
La Jolla, CA 92037

natalie p. writes: Mmmmmm, if you love jewelry, you're gonna LOVE this place.  Where art meets fashion.  The Jewel of La Jolla is the place to buy.

Forever Fondue
Neighborhood: La Jolla

1295 Prospect St
Ste 201
La Jolla, CA 92037

Vicky L. writes: Interesting restaurant serving food in an interesting way. Its fondue... what else is there to it? Great little place to go for a date since its dark and dimly lit. Dinner was fantastic except for the little girl in the booth behind me. Little devil…

Hyatt Regency La Jolla
Neighborhood: La Jolla

3777 La Jolla Village Dr
La Jolla, CA 92037

Warren W. writes: If you told me I'd slept on a cloud, I'd call you a liar.  Clouds could never be as comfortable as that bed was.  After a whole day of sitting in the uncomfortable chairs of the meeting rooms, the chairs in the guest room, and later the bed, were a…

Hilton La Jolla Torrey Pines
Neighborhood: Sorrento Valley

10950 N Torrey Pines Rd
La Jolla, CA 92037

Liza P. writes: Not spectacular, but certainly NICE.

If you're looking for a place to crash in comfort, this is good.... just keep in mind, this is a light room with a bed, NOT a beach resort destination.

The staff is accommodating, but the room service is pretty…

Windansea Beach
Neighborhood: La Jolla

6969 Neptune Pl
La Jolla, CA 92039

Risa P. writes: Best beach in the world for sunsets, for watching surfers, for watching the people walk by as they walk their dogs. But Windansea Beach is also many different things. It's a tough thug of a beach, and if you try to swim or boogieboard there, and…

UCSD International House

9500 Gilman Dr.
#0550
La Jolla, CA 92039

Christine C. writes: If you are going to live on UCSD's campus, I completely recommend living at the International House. I-House provides students with a unique living situation because UCSD students share housing with students from around the globe. There is a plethora…

Miami Grille
Neighborhood: Poway

13670 Poway Rd
Ste 110
Poway, CA 92064

Rick G. writes: I really like most everything about the Miami Grille, especially since it's right down the street from my house.  It seems a little out of character being in Poway, but I ain't complaining.

Okay, so it's a Cuban Restaurant, with a nice bar area on the…

Lightning Brewery

13200 Kirkham Way
Ste 105
Poway, CA 92064

Nathan H. writes: Been here a few times now and can't help but go back again. The beer here is crisp, clean and very flavorful. Their focus is on a more German style, so you won't find any IPAs or such, but they have their own varieties of Hefe, Pilsner, Lager and…

Poway Sushi Lounge
Neighborhood: Poway

13132 Poway Rd
Poway, CA 92064

Mikey P. writes: Incredible experience @ Poway Sushi Lounge!!!!

Party of 4 promptly seated at the bar. (530pm).

We were greeted by a friendly chef named Miles. We started out with the one of the House Specialty Rolls the Tsunami Roll. Grilled shrimp, Krab, asparagus,…

Rancho Santa Fe

Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067

andriy k. writes: i second that.!  weather is nice too though...

Rancho Valencia Resort

5921 Valencia Cir
Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067

Vicky L. writes: 5 star classy resort to relax or get away. Perfect romantic location for a wedding too!

Michael's Grill
Neighborhood: Santee

9621 Mission Gorge Rd
Santee, CA 92071

Walker S. writes: Sunday evening we enjoyed a wonderful meal at Michael's and made reservations for our traditional New Years eve dining out.  Each year our friend of 40 years, Ray, comes down from San Pedro to celebrate with us and catch up on the latest.   He…

Iron Mountain
Neighborhood: Poway

Hwy 67 & Poway Rd
Poway, CA 92074

roger b. writes: iron mountain is an excellent hike except during the hotter days. the views at the top and along the way are impressive. anyone who likes to hike this is a must hike.

there are two trail heads. the hike from the highway 67, just south of the…

Solana Beach Farmer's Market

410 Cedros Ave
corner of Cedros Ave and Rosa St
Solana Beach, CA 92075

Joanne L. writes: I love farmer's markets, especially on beautiful sunny Sunday afternoons :)  God. so much fruit! I couldn't choose.  Thank god they give out samples everywhere so I can pick out which orange is the best.  I also recognized some of the stands as the…

Good Feet

261 N Highway 101
Solana Beach, CA 92075

David G. writes: This is the only shoe store (I would call it a running-shoe store) I've been in that they actually had me try on the shoe, fit it properly, have me take a short run in it while they watched, then decided on if it was a good shoe for me.  The service…