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Sunny San Diego
Nomad Donuts is one of Sunny San Diego.

1. Nomad Donuts

4504 30th St (Monroe Avenue), San Diego, CA
Donut Shop · North Park · 18 tips and reviews

Amanda F.Amanda Foley: Gourmet donuts that are worth the coin. Vegan options!

Baja Betty's is one of Sunny San Diego.

2. Baja Betty's

8.7
1421 University Ave (at Normal St), San Diego, CA
Mexican Restaurant · Hillcrest · 125 tips and reviews

Amanda F.Amanda Foley: A gayborhood mexican restaurant with delicious nachos and rad frozen margaritas. What more could you want?

Streetcar Merchants Of Fried Chicken, Doughnuts & Coffee is one of Sunny San Diego.

3. Streetcar Merchants Of Fried Chicken, Doughnuts & Coffee

7.8
4002 Lincoln Ave, San Diego, CA
Fried Chicken Joint · Lincoln Park · 33 tips and reviews

Amanda F.Amanda Foley: Southern-style chicken & waffles. AKA: heaven.

Puesto is one of Sunny San Diego.

4. Puesto

8.6
789 W Harbor Dr, San Diego, CA
Taco Restaurant · Marina · 147 tips and reviews

Amanda F.Amanda Foley: Fancy. Tacos. to. die. for.

DNP is one of Sunny San Diego.

5. DNP

3501 30th St (Myrtle), San Diego, CA
New American Restaurant · North Park · 1 tip

Amanda F.Amanda Foley: MOAR BRUNCH. Good pub. Sister of Queenstown Public House.

Kindred is one of Sunny San Diego.

6. Kindred

9.3
1503 30th St, San Diego, CA
Vegan and Vegetarian Restaurant · South Park · 43 tips and reviews

Amanda F.Amanda Foley: Badass vegan cocktail bar and restaurant.

Carnitas' Snack Shack is one of Sunny San Diego.

7. Carnitas' Snack Shack

2632 University Ave (at Oregon St), San Diego, CA
American Restaurant · North Park · 186 tips and reviews

Amanda F.Amanda Foley: Casual outdoor snackin'. Roll up, order meats, enjoy.

Urban Solace is one of Sunny San Diego.

8. Urban Solace

3823 30th St (at University Ave), San Diego, CA
American Restaurant · North Park · 139 tips and reviews

Amanda F.Amanda Foley: GET THE FREAKING CINNAMON ROLL OKAY.

Tostadas is one of Sunny San Diego.

9. Tostadas

3139 University Ave, San Diego, CA
Seafood Restaurant · North Park · 11 tips and reviews

Amanda F.Amanda Foley: Flavourful but healthy mexican lunchtime alternative. A San Diego treat <3.

Soda & Swine is one of Sunny San Diego.

10. Soda & Swine

2943 Adams Ave (at 30th St), San Diego, CA
New American Restaurant · North Park · 77 tips and reviews

Amanda F.Amanda Foley: Meeeeeaaatballllls.

Snooze, an A.M. Eatery is one of Sunny San Diego.

11. Snooze, an A.M. Eatery

9.0
3940 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA
Breakfast Spot · Hillcrest · 252 tips and reviews

Amanda F.Amanda Foley: Yet more wonderful brunch!

Eclipse Chocolate Bar & Bistro is one of Sunny San Diego.

12. Eclipse Chocolate Bar & Bistro

2145 Fern St (at Ivy St), San Diego, CA
Café · South Park · 30 tips and reviews

Amanda F.Amanda Foley: Srsly it is SO yummy here. So indulgent, but so good.

Panama 66 is one of Sunny San Diego.

13. Panama 66

8.7
1450 El Prado, San Diego, CA
Gastropub · Balboa Park · 37 tips and reviews

Amanda F.Amanda Foley: Craft beer with a gorgeous park view.

Queenstown Public House is one of Sunny San Diego.

14. Queenstown Public House

8.8
1557 Columbia St (at W Cedar St), San Diego, CA
New American Restaurant · Little Italy · 104 tips and reviews

Amanda F.Amanda Foley: Kiwi-owned pub. Really good brunch.

JRDN is one of Sunny San Diego.

15. JRDN

8.5
4551 Ocean Blvd, San Diego, CA
Seafood Restaurant · Pacific Beach · 86 tips and reviews

Amanda F.Amanda Foley: Gorgeous ocean views and seafood.

Liberty Public Market is one of Sunny San Diego.

16. Liberty Public Market

9.3
2820 Historic Decatur Rd (Sims Rd), San Diego, CA
Market · Naval Training Center · 49 tips and reviews

Amanda F.Amanda Foley: Pretty cool new market in an old military building. Many snacks :D.

Wonderland Ocean Pub is one of Sunny San Diego.

17. Wonderland Ocean Pub

8.5
5083 Santa Monica Ave #2C (at Abbott St), San Diego, CA
American Restaurant · Ocean Beach · 74 tips and reviews

Amanda F.Amanda Foley: Ocean views.

Hodad's is one of Sunny San Diego.

18. Hodad's

9.1
5010 Newport Ave (at Bacon St), San Diego, CA
Burger Joint · Ocean Beach · 230 tips and reviews

Amanda F.Amanda Foley: Old-school famous SD burger joint.

Ocean Beach is one of Sunny San Diego.

19. Ocean Beach

9.3
Abbot St, San Diego, CA
Beach · Ocean Beach · 80 tips and reviews

Amanda F.Amanda Foley: Mind the hippies and the pot smell.

Pacific Beach Boardwalk is one of Sunny San Diego.

20. Pacific Beach Boardwalk

9.1
Ocean Blvd, San Diego, CA
Waterfront · Pacific Beach · 28 tips and reviews

Amanda F.Amanda Foley: Rent a bike! Get an ice cream!

Little Italy is one of Sunny San Diego.

21. Little Italy

9.0
San Diego, CA
Neighborhood · 103 tips and reviews

Amanda F.Amanda Foley: Have a wander in this lovely 'hood.

Balboa Park is one of Sunny San Diego.

22. Balboa Park

9.6
1549 El Prado (at Park Blvd), San Diego, CA
Park · Balboa Park · 334 tips and reviews

Amanda F.Amanda Foley: This feels like Barcelona or Madrid, not California. Walk down the main drag and check out the shops and museums!

San Diego Zoo is one of Sunny San Diego.

23. San Diego Zoo

9.4
2920 Zoo Dr, San Diego, CA
Zoo · Balboa Park · 564 tips and reviews

Amanda F.Amanda Foley: A wonderful wildlife sanctuary for endangered animals, not the icky kind of zoo.

Urban Mo's is one of Sunny San Diego.

24. Urban Mo's

8.8
308 University Ave (at 3rd Ave), San Diego, CA
Gay Bar · Hillcrest · 133 tips and reviews

Amanda F.Amanda Foley: Best gay bar ever.

El Zarape is one of Sunny San Diego.

25. El Zarape

8.4
4642 Park Blvd (btwn Adams & Madison Ave), San Diego, CA
Mexican Restaurant · University Heights · 176 tips and reviews

Amanda F.Amanda Foley: One of many delicious Mexican joints in SD.

Lucha Libre North Park is one of Sunny San Diego.

26. Lucha Libre North Park

7.5
3016 University Ave (30th Street), San Diego, CA
Mexican Restaurant · North Park · 16 tips and reviews

Amanda F.Amanda Foley: ZOMG CALIFORNIA BURRITO

Coronado Beach is one of Sunny San Diego.

27. Coronado Beach

9.5
1063 Ocean Blvd, Coronado, CA
Beach · 187 tips and reviews

Amanda F.Amanda Foley: Gorgeous beach that's worth the trek.

Buona Forchetta is one of Sunny San Diego.

28. Buona Forchetta

8.8
3001 Beech St (at 30th St), San Diego, CA
Italian Restaurant · South Park · 73 tips and reviews

Amanda F.Amanda Foley: Really ridiculously good Italian food, guys.

Dark Horse Coffee Roasters is one of Sunny San Diego.

29. Dark Horse Coffee Roasters

8.8
3794 30th St (at North Park Way), San Diego, CA
Coffee Shop · North Park · 23 tips and reviews

Amanda F.Amanda Foley: Any dark horse location in town is a solid option for caffeination.

Bird Rock Coffee Roasters is one of Sunny San Diego.

30. Bird Rock Coffee Roasters

9.0
2295 Kettner Blvd (at W Juniper St), San Diego, CA
Coffee Shop · Little Italy · 33 tips and reviews

Amanda F.Amanda Foley: Any bird rock location in town in a solid option for caffeination.

James Coffee Co. is one of Sunny San Diego.

31. James Coffee Co.

9.2
2355 India St, San Diego, CA
Coffee Shop · Little Italy · 51 tips and reviews

Amanda F.Amanda Foley: Totes hipstah.

Heartwork Coffee Bar is one of Sunny San Diego.

32. Heartwork Coffee Bar

9.1
3993 Goldfinch St, San Diego, CA
Coffee Shop · Hillcrest · 32 tips and reviews

Amanda F.Amanda Foley: Lovely neighbourhood coffee shop.

Kansas City Barbeque is one of Sunny San Diego.

33. Kansas City Barbeque

6.1
600 W Harbor Dr, San Diego, CA
BBQ Joint · Marina · 89 tips and reviews

Amanda F.Amanda Foley: (From Top Gun!)

Hotel del Coronado is one of Sunny San Diego.

34. Hotel del Coronado

9.1
1500 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA
Resort · 227 tips and reviews

Amanda F.Amanda Foley: 'Some like it hot' was filmed here!

Ironside Fish & Oyster is one of Sunny San Diego.

35. Ironside Fish & Oyster

9.3
1654 India St (at W Date St), San Diego, CA
Seafood Restaurant · 202 tips and reviews

Amanda F.Amanda Foley: Fancy feesh!

Salt & Cleaver is one of Sunny San Diego.

36. Salt & Cleaver

3805 5th Ave (at Robinson Ave), San Diego, CA
Gastropub · Hillcrest · 41 tips and reviews

Amanda F.Amanda Foley: Good food & good dranks.

Craft & Commerce is one of Sunny San Diego.

37. Craft & Commerce

8.8
675 W Beech St (at Kettner Blvd), San Diego, CA
Gastropub · Little Italy · 198 tips and reviews

Amanda F.Amanda Foley: Good for drinks or dinner or both.

The Smoking Goat Restaurant is one of Sunny San Diego.

38. The Smoking Goat Restaurant

7.9
3408 30th St (Upas), San Diego, CA
French Restaurant · North Park · 49 tips and reviews

Amanda F.Amanda Foley: Meats n' stuff.

Great Maple is one of Sunny San Diego.

39. Great Maple

8.9
1451 Washington St (btwn Lincoln & Cleveland Ave), San Diego, CA
American Restaurant · University Heights · 129 tips and reviews

Amanda F.Amanda Foley: Yet another fantastic brunch spot!

Modern Times Flavordome is one of Sunny San Diego.

40. Modern Times Flavordome

9.0
3000 Upas St (at 30th St), San Diego, CA
Brewery · North Park · 32 tips and reviews

Amanda F.Amanda Foley: Craft beerz :D.

Mission Beach Boardwalk is one of Sunny San Diego.

41. Mission Beach Boardwalk

9.1
2688 E Mission Bay Dr (Ocean Front Walk), San Diego, CA
Waterfront · Mission Beach · 47 tips and reviews

Amanda F.Amanda Foley: Cheesy boardwalk fun.

Polite Provisions is one of Sunny San Diego.

42. Polite Provisions

8.8
4696 30th St (at Adams Ave), San Diego, CA
Cocktail Bar · North Park · 100 tips and reviews

Amanda F.Amanda Foley: Old timey cocktails. The dream of the 1890s is alive in San Diego :D.

Cafe Coyote is one of Sunny San Diego.

43. Cafe Coyote

8.5
2461 San Diego Ave (at Conde St), San Diego, CA
Mexican Restaurant · Old Town · 211 tips and reviews

Amanda F.Amanda Foley: Go here for some yummy Mexican food + margaritas after you wander around Old Town park.

Sunset Cliffs Natural Park is one of Sunny San Diego.

44. Sunset Cliffs Natural Park

9.6
Sunset Cliffs Blvd (btwn Adair & Ladera St), San Diego, CA
Park · Ocean Beach, San Diego, CA · 115 tips and reviews

Joelle R.Joelle Reeder: Incredible views, beautiful sunset. Also, where we got engaged!

Old Town San Diego State Historic Park is one of Sunny San Diego.

45. Old Town San Diego State Historic Park

9.2
4002 Wallace St (at San Diego Ave), San Diego, CA
State or Provincial Park · Old Town · 136 tips and reviews

Joelle R.Joelle Reeder: Old-timey San Diego. Margaritas as big as your head and lots of history and shops.

46. Ballast Point Tasting Room & Kitchen

9.2
2215 India St (at Ivy St), San Diego, CA
Brewery · Little Italy · 154 tips and reviews

Amanda F.Amanda Foley: Craft beer :D.

Saffron is one of Sunny San Diego.

47. Saffron

7.9
3737 India St, San Diego, CA
Thai Restaurant · Midtown · 57 tips and reviews

Joelle R.Joelle Reeder: Our current fave Thai place. It's not fancy, but it's very popular and delicious.

La Jolla Shores Beach is one of Sunny San Diego.

48. La Jolla Shores Beach

9.5
La Jolla Shores, San Diego, CA
Beach · La Jolla Shores · 136 tips and reviews

Joelle R.Joelle Reeder: Beautiful surf and sand.

Seal Rocks is one of Sunny San Diego.

49. Seal Rocks

Coast Blvd, San Diego, CA
Other Great Outdoors · Village · 35 tips and reviews

Joelle R.Joelle Reeder: Also called The Children's Pool, it's where the seals come to hang out.

Panchita's Bakery is one of Sunny San Diego.

50. Panchita's Bakery

8.0
2519 C St (25th Street), San Diego, CA
Bakery · Golden Hill · 17 tips and reviews

Joelle R.Joelle Reeder: If you're looking for traditional mexican pastry, dis is it.

Azucar is one of Sunny San Diego.

51. Azucar

9.2
4820 Newport Ave (at Sunset Cliffs Blvd), San Diego, CA
Bakery · Ocean Beach · 52 tips and reviews

Joelle R.Joelle Reeder: A glorious cuban bakery in Ocean Beach. SO good.

Jimmy Carter's Mexican Cafe is one of Sunny San Diego.

52. Jimmy Carter's Mexican Cafe

7.7
3172 5th Ave (at Spruce St.), San Diego, CA
Mexican Restaurant · Park West · 54 tips and reviews

Joelle R.Joelle Reeder: I know it sounds weird, but it's really, really good. A fave spot!

Hash House a Go Go is one of Sunny San Diego.

53. Hash House a Go Go

8.1
3628 5th Ave (btwn Brookes & Pennsylvania Ave), San Diego, CA
Breakfast Spot · Hillcrest · 263 tips and reviews

Joelle R.Joelle Reeder: Super popular brunch spot!

Cardamom is one of Sunny San Diego.

54. Cardamom

2977 Upas St (at 30th St), San Diego, CA
Breakfast Spot · North Park · 21 tips and reviews

Joelle R.Joelle Reeder: Fabulous croissants and breakfast, little hole in the wall-size neighborhood spot. We love. <3

In-N-Out Burger is one of Sunny San Diego.

55. In-N-Out Burger

9.2
2005 Camino del Este (at Camino Del Rio N), San Diego, CA
Fast Food Restaurant · Mission Valley East · 135 tips and reviews

Joelle R.Joelle Reeder: This is practically a requirement. A right of passage, if you will. Any location will do.

Martinis Above Fourth is one of Sunny San Diego.

56. Martinis Above Fourth

3940 4th Ave Ste 200, San Diego, CA
Cocktail Bar · Hillcrest · 47 tips and reviews

Joelle R.Joelle Reeder: HUGE martini list. And HUGE martinis. And cabaret!

Richard Walker's Pancake House San Diego is one of Sunny San Diego.

57. Richard Walker's Pancake House San Diego

8.9
520 Front St (at Market St), San Diego, CA
Breakfast Spot · Marina · 239 tips and reviews

Joelle R.Joelle Reeder: There's a line on the weekends, but their pancakes are amazing. (Bacon pancakes, yo.)

Seaport Village is one of Sunny San Diego.

58. Seaport Village

8.9
849 W Harbor Dr (at Kettner Blvd), San Diego, CA
Shopping Plaza · Marina · 143 tips and reviews

Joelle R.Joelle Reeder: It's a touristy, but fun little shopping village along the harbor, with unique boutiques and food places.

Moniker Coffee Co. is one of Sunny San Diego.

59. Moniker Coffee Co.

8.6
2860 Sims Rd, San Diego, CA
Coffee Shop · Naval Training Center · 22 tips and reviews

Amanda F.Amanda Foley: Yummy coffee at Liberty Public Market.

Stone Brewing World Bistro & Gardens - Liberty Station is one of Sunny San Diego.

60. Stone Brewing World Bistro & Gardens - Liberty Station

8.9
2816 Historic Decatur Rd (at Simms Rd), San Diego, CA
Brewery · Naval Training Center · 201 tips and reviews

Amanda F.Amanda Foley: Beer garden at liberty public market.

Soda & Swine is one of Sunny San Diego.

61. Soda & Swine

2750 Dewey Rd (Cushing Rd), San Diego, CA
New American Restaurant · Naval Training Center · 19 tips and reviews

Amanda F.Amanda Foley: A second location if you're visiting liberty public market!

San Diego Ferry Landing is one of Sunny San Diego.

62. San Diego Ferry Landing

N Harbor Dr (The Embarcadero), San Diego, CA
Boat or Ferry · Marina · 12 tips and reviews

Joelle R.Joelle Reeder: If you plan to go to Coronado, consider taking a ferry across the bay!

Star of India is one of Sunny San Diego.

63. Star of India

8.5
1492 N Harbor Dr (San Diego Maritime Museum), San Diego, CA
Museum · Harborview · 14 tips and reviews

Joelle R.Joelle Reeder: Our haunted pirate ship. Or so they say.

The Baked Bear is one of Sunny San Diego.

64. The Baked Bear

8.8
4516 Mission Blvd Ste C, San Diego, CA
Dessert Shop · Pacific Beach · 75 tips and reviews

Joelle R.Joelle Reeder: If you're down in Pacific Beach, have a custom ice cream sammich!

Las Americas Premium Outlets is one of Sunny San Diego.

65. Las Americas Premium Outlets

8.9
4211 Camino de la Plaza (John J. Montgomery Fwy), San Diego, CA
Outlet Mall · International Gateway of The Americas · 124 tips and reviews

Joelle R.Joelle Reeder: If you want to get your outlet shopping on. -- This is literally a stone's throw from the Mexican border.

Carlsbad Premium Outlets is one of Sunny San Diego.

66. Carlsbad Premium Outlets

8.4
5620 Paseo Del Norte (I-5 & Palomar Airport Rd), Carlsbad, CA
Outlet Mall · 67 tips and reviews

Joelle R.Joelle Reeder: If you want to get your outlet shopping on. This is further north in a posh area.

The Lafayette Hotel, Swim Club & Bungalows is one of Sunny San Diego.

67. The Lafayette Hotel, Swim Club & Bungalows

8.0
2223 El Cajon Blvd (at Louisiana St), San Diego, CA
Hotel · University Heights · 49 tips and reviews

Amanda F.Amanda Foley: A nice (but slightly pricey) place to hang by the pool for the day, if you'd like.

Point Loma Seafoods is one of Sunny San Diego.

68. Point Loma Seafoods

8.7
2805 Emerson St (at Scott St), San Diego, CA
Seafood Restaurant · Roseville - Fleet Ridge · 140 tips and reviews

Joelle R.Joelle Reeder: It's a fish market and a restaurant. Delicious chowder and other seafoods right on the harbor.

Breakfast Republic is one of Sunny San Diego.

69. Breakfast Republic

8.1
2730 University Ave (Idaho St.), San Diego, CA
Breakfast Spot · North Park · 39 tips and reviews

Joelle R.Joelle Reeder: Popular brunch spot, tasty foods.

The San Diego Museum of Art is one of Sunny San Diego.

70. The San Diego Museum of Art

8.7
1450 El Prado (in Balboa Park), San Diego, CA
Art Museum · Balboa Park · 34 tips and reviews

Amanda F.Amanda Foley: There are some great exhibits here sometimes, plus, if you're already in beautiful Balboa Park, why not?

Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego is one of Sunny San Diego.

71. Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego

1100 Kettner Blvd (btwn Broadway & B St), San Diego, CA
Art Museum · Central San Diego · 17 tips and reviews

Amanda F.Amanda Foley: Small, but there are some great exhibitions that pass through here.

Spanish Village Art Center is one of Sunny San Diego.

72. Spanish Village Art Center

8.7
1770 Village Pl (in Balboa Park), San Diego, CA
Art Gallery · Balboa Park · 15 tips and reviews

Amanda F.Amanda Foley: Colourful & cute part of Balboa Park to check out.

73. San Diego Public Library - Central

8.8
330 Park Blvd (at K St), San Diego, CA
Library · East Village · 38 tips and reviews

Amanda F.Amanda Foley: If you happen to be in the area, this place has some amazing views.

Young Hickory is one of Sunny San Diego.

74. Young Hickory

4096 30th St (at Polk Ave), San Diego, CA
Coffee Shop · North Park · 44 tips and reviews

Amanda F.Amanda Foley: A great place to get some work done with your laptop.

Panama 66 is one of Sunny San Diego.

75. Panama 66

8.7
1450 El Prado, San Diego, CA
Gastropub · Balboa Park · 37 tips and reviews

Amanda F.Amanda Foley: Great place to grab a craft beer at Balboa Park.

Lips Restaurant is one of Sunny San Diego.

76. Lips Restaurant

7.6
3036 El Cajon Blvd (at Ohio St), San Diego, CA
American Restaurant · North Park · 30 tips and reviews

Amanda F.Amanda Foley: Drag brunch!! Yass queen.

Mona Lisa Italian Restaurant is one of Sunny San Diego.

77. Mona Lisa Italian Restaurant

8.9
2061 India St (btwn Grape & Hawthorn St), San Diego, CA
Italian Restaurant · Little Italy · 75 tips and reviews

Amanda F.Amanda Foley: There's an amazing Italian delicatessen / grocery with imported treats here.

Diversionary Theatre is one of Sunny San Diego.

78. Diversionary Theatre

7.9
4545 Park Blvd (Adams), San Diego, CA
Theater · University Heights · 5 tips and reviews

Amanda F.Amanda Foley: LGBT programming at this theatre!