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San Diego: Hidden Gems Only The Locals Know About
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items My San Diego, unfiltered. The restaurants I actually recommend, the coffee shops worth the drive, and the neighborhoods most visitors never find - all the spots that made this city feel like home for over ten years. Consider this your locals-only che...
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Smack Yo' Mama Good Eats
Coffee Shops You'll Never Want To Leave
Hidden Gems Only Locals Know About
Hoods To Satisfy Your 10K Steps Goal
Smack Yo' Mama Good Eats
I may be biased, since I worked here for 10 years, but don't go to San Diego and NOT eat breakfast here. Things to get: chilequiles, strawberry marscapone french toast, brussel sprouts potatoes, the fresh squeezed oj, and our coffee is elite.
Breakfast Republic
My most favorite Itanian cuisine, featuring Neapolitan-style pizza. South Park location is so cute but the Encinitas location is iconic on the 101.
Buona Forchetta Italian | Award-Winning Pizza, Pasta & More
For all my sober girlies - this is your number one spot for all things non-alcoholic. It's a bottle shop, tasting room, and community space. Grab a drink. Catch up with a friend. And enjoy the zero hangover vibes.
Monday Morning Bottle Shop
My breakfast spot every Sunday. Their corned beef hash is my go-to.
Le Papagayo
The best seafood in San Diego. Fresh, local seafood that is steps away from the beach.
Pacific Beach Fish Shop
With locations all throughout San Diego, this is your go-to spot for ice cream - especially their ice cream taco!
Salt & Straw
So many taco shops. So little time. So put this at the top of your list and thank me later. PS- their adobado is chef kiss
The Taco Stand
Need something sweet? Head to Milk Bar and slay your sugar dragon.
The Milk Bar | North Park
Hands down my most visited restaurant - and for good reason. Its tucked a long the San Marcos Lake, giving way to awesome views and an even more awesome menu. Handcrafted pasta. Made from scratch pizza. And cannolis that dreams are made of.
Amalfi Cucina Italiana
Coffee Shops You'll Never Want To Leave
The best coffeehouse steps away from Leucadia shorelines. Great coffee, exceptional vibes, and a cutie bakery with all the goodies.
Pannikin Coffee & Tea
Calling all cold brew girlies! This coffee shops features all sorts of cold brew variations - and they're all delicious!
Trident Coffee
A remote worker's home away from home. You'll find lots of creatives and entrepreneurs enjoying Loft Coffee's brew and comfortable seating, making this a local's favorite shop.
Lofty Coffee Co.
Hidden Gems Only Locals Know About
Beautiful Bayside resort that faces the Massion Bay walking and biking path. Spend the day Bayside, grab a drink at the beach side bar, and enjoy live music and views all day and all night.
San Diego Beachfront Hotel | Catamaran Resort Hotel and Spa
Spend the biking Coronado Island, and be sure to stop inside the Hotel Del - an inconic beach side resort that always has something going on. Don't forget to grab a scoop of ice cream on the hotel boardwalk!
Hotel del Coronado
Stunning views at this Encinitas local's beach. But don't be alarmed - homeless folks tend to hang at the entrance, but are totally harmless. Homeless hippy types, just soaking up the rays.
Swami's Beach
A beautiful walking path tucked away in the coastal town of Encinitas. It's free to enter and usually plenty of parking on the street. Fantastic views with benches to meditate, journal, and simply take in the views.
Self-Realization Fellowship Meditation Gardens
My hideaway beach that only the locals know about. This is a true hidden gem (with free parking in a lot across from the entrance).
Grandview Surf Beach
The home of a handful of my birthdays. The Lakehouse offers lakefront rooms, day passes for pool access, and water activities from SUP to kayaking. Spend the evening in one of their fire pit rooms and enjoy s'mores, or grab a day pass to enjoy their ...
Lakehouse Resort
Hoods To Satisfy Your 10K Steps Goal
My home for over 10 years - she really is that girl.
San Diego
My most favorite neighborhood in all of San Diego. Beautiful beaches. Iconic views. Delish eateries. And nothing but good vibes 24/7.
Leucadia
Found in the neighborhood of Point Loma, Liberty Station is home to fabulous eats and excellent shopping. A spot to spend the afternoon or evening when you want a low-key vibe.
Liberty Station