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The San Diego Edit
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items My favorite San Diego spots, local finds, and places actually worth adding to your list from markets and parks to restaurants, coffee, and weekend plans.
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Where to Eat
Local Gems
The Local Market Edit
The Park Edit
Where to Eat
Restaurants I genuinely love and would recommend for everything from casual bites to special dinners.
One of my favorite Mission Hills dinner spots. The food is consistently amazing, the service is warm and attentive, and it has such a cozy special occasion feel without being overly stuffy.
The Red Door
Great sushi, fun energy, and one of my favorite late night spots. Perfect when you want good food and a lively night out.
Harney Sushi
Such a cute La Jolla spot for a cozy Italian dinner. Great pasta, warm service, and a charming atmosphere that makes it perfect for date night or a relaxed dinner out.
La Dolce Vita Ristorante
If you’re a mariscos person, this is the spot. Fresh seafood, great flavor, and such an easy La Jolla vibe.
La Jollita
Local Gems
Favorite San Diego spots that don’t quite fit one category shops, experiences, neighborhood finds, and places worth knowing about.
One of my favorite local shops for gifts, plants, home finds, and little things you didn’t know you needed. Such a fun place to browse when you want something unique.
Pigment
Such a fun little La Jolla hidden gem. You walk down through the cave shop to the sea cave below, and it’s one of those uniquely San Diego experiences that’s worth doing at least once.
Sunny Jim's Sea Cave
Such a fun little hidden spot in Bankers Hill. It’s a quick stop, but the suspension bridge, canyon views, and neighborhood setting make it feel like one of those uniquely San Diego finds.
Spruce Street Suspension Bridge
Come for the coffee, stay for the vibe 😂☕️ Such a cute Encinitas spot with fun drinks, cheeky branding, and the kind of atmosphere that makes a coffee run feel like a little outing.
Coffee Dose
The Local Market Edit
My favorite farmers markets for fresh finds, local vendors, good food, and an easy weekend or midweek outing.
If you need a midweek pick me up, this is the way to go. You’ll find local vendors amazing food and that classic OB energy. Perfect for grabbing a few finds and wandering around the neighborhood after.
Ocean Beach Farmers Market
Such a fun weekend outing you can shop the market, grab coffee pick up flowers and fresh finds then make a whole day of exploring Little Italy.
Little Italy Mercato Farmers' Market
A fun weekend stop for fresh produce, local vendors and amazing food finds. Perfect for a slow Saturday morning.
Poway Farmers Market
One of my favorite Sunday markets for good food, fresh produce, flowers, and local finds. It’s always lively and such a fun way to spend a slow weekend morning.
Hillcrest Farmers Market
Such a cute Sunday market with fresh produce, flowers, local vendors, and plenty of food to try. I love making a morning out of it and exploring La Jolla afterward.
La Jolla Open Aire Farmers Market
The Park Edit
Picnic spots, ocean views, green spaces, and parks that are actually worth spending an afternoon at.
The perfect park for a picnic with a view. Bring a blanket, snacks, and stay a while. The skyline is amazing
Kate Sessions Memorial Park
One of my favorite Del Mar spots for an easy beach day or picnic. You’re right by the water, with plenty of grassy space to hangout, and it’s perfect for grabbing food near by and staying until sunset.
Powerhouse Park
One of the prettiest places in La Jolla to slow down and enjoy the coast. Bring a blanket, grab something to eat nearby, and hang out on the grass with gorgeous ocean views perfect for an easy picnic or sunset.
Ellen Browning Scripps Park