Mitsuwa Marketplace
Neighborhood: Kearny Mesa

4240 Kearny Mesa Rd
San Diego, CA 92111

kimberly m. writes: Ohayo Gozaimasu People san!
I love Mitsuwa. It's grrreat.
Ummm let's see, they have oodles of noodles, a plethora o Pocky, cornucopias of Calpico, an assortment of coffee drinks to keep you hopped up to your eyeballs, and a huge assortment of Japanese…

Ki's Restaurant

2591 S Highway 101
Cardiff, CA 92007

Joseph M. writes: Ki's is open early and serves coffee and muffins for early risers taking a walk, hitting the waves or biking the 101.  They have top notch salads and sandwiches.  

My favorites are their Mango smoothies, super veggie sandwich, Thai chicken wraps, and…

Cardiff Seaside Market

2087 San Elijo Ave
Cardiff, CA 92007

Janney B. writes: In high school, a boy got drunk with his friends and called my parents to tell them I was slutty.  This wasn't a nice thing to do.  Or at all true.  I think it was their attempt at tarnishing my "goody two shoes" rep.

What made this call even more…

Market

3702 Via de la Valle
Del Mar, CA 92014

John P. writes: One of my best friends is good friends with Carl Schroeder, the executive chef/owner of Market, and I finally had a chance to eat at his new restaurant last Sunday. I had eaten at Arterra a few times and thoroughly enjoyed every bite.  Market was…

Jake's Del Mar

1660 Coast Blvd
Del Mar, CA 92014

marwin a. writes: The service was outstanding.  
The lobster was excellent, the chowder was awesome, the martinis were the best.  Damn, I'm running out of superlatives to describe my experience here.
Did I mention the view, right next to the water?
Since this was my…

Lolitas Taco Shop
Neighborhood: Chula Vista

4532 Bonita Rd
Bonita, CA 91902

Ed to the M. writes: A sign hangs on the wall - "Patience is the essence of fine Mexican food" - i.e. they are slow.  There is a ten person line.  Only one cash register is open.  They charge you $0.25 for extra hot sauce.  The carne asada fries cost nearly 8 bucks each.…

Family House of Pancakes
Neighborhood: Chula Vista

562 Broadway
Chula Vista, CA 91910

Beverly G. writes: I've had Hash House (overhyped), but this place is what I'm talking about, big portions of good food.

Only down south can you get an aweseme Chorizo Omelette, 3 pancakes, and hashbrowns for less than $10 bucks.

Oh, and their salsa kicks ass! I poured…

Chick-fil-A
Neighborhood: Chula Vista

2089 Olympic Parkway
Chula Vista, CA 91912

Ed to the M. writes: I moved away from Chula Vista eight years ago to pursue a college education and in that span, my small suburb in Southern San Diego County added miles and miles and miles of new residential developments and planned communities, a new freeway, two new…

Buenos Dias California
Neighborhood: La Mesa

5100 Jackson Dr
La Mesa, CA 91941

Joshua T. writes: Buenos Dias, Juerro!

This place is the hotness, definitely.  As far as taco shops are concerned, Buenos Dias stacks up with some of the best that you will find in the ultra-competitive market of taco shops in San Diego County.  If you have not been to…

Stardust Donut Shop
Neighborhood: Imperial Beach

698 Highway 75
Imperial Beach, CA 91932

Mike C. writes: These people aren't joking.  Their cinnamon rolls are the best I have ever tasted.  Yes, BEST!  No one can compare.  And they really do melt when you bite into them.  I just had some today.  One thing to remember is that it is not always easy to…

Tasty Garden Buffet
Neighborhood: La Mesa

7984 La Mesa Blvd
La Mesa, CA 91941

MaryLou D. writes: A couple of years ago we treated an old friend from Anza to lunch at this place when it was China Buffet or something and I guess he really liked it so when he called to say he would be in town a few days ago he asked if we could go back to that…

Target
Neighborhood: La Mesa

5500 Grossmont Ctr Dr
La Mesa, CA 91942

Tracy C. writes: This is by far the most organized and stocked Target I have been to and they've got lots of Hello Kitty stuff. Hooray!

Trader Joe's
Neighborhood: La Mesa

5495 Grossmont Center Dr
La Mesa, CA 91942

Tina C. writes: What is there not to like except this location is rather small.  I am always knocking something over.  Oops there goes a plant by the front entrance.  The produce is very fresh and reasonably priced.  Oh no! there goes a tomato on the ground.  So…

Zorbas Family Restaurant
Neighborhood: Chula Vista

100 Broadway
Chula Vista, CA 91910

Lauren C. writes: Absolutely the best Greek food I've ever had.  Their offerings vary but some of my favorites are the pork, the green beans, the large white kidney bean salad, the hummus, the spanakopita, and especially the amazing pita.  My mom goes there for the…

Kaga-Sushi
Neighborhood: Chula Vista

1216 3rd Ave
Chula Vista, CA 91911

Philip L. writes: First let me compliment the first reviewer, Jae L. on even getting into this place.  If you check  it out, you'll notice that it always looks closed.  In fact, they're only open a few hours in the evening, and they've made an honest effort to keep…

Mea Kwan Thai Cuisine
Neighborhood: Chula Vista

230 3rd Ave
Chula Vista, CA 91910

Lisa R. writes: Been here a couple times.  

The food didn't light my asshole on fire so I'm happy!  

Just the right touch of spiciness.

Filippi's Pizza Grotto
Neighborhood: Chula Vista

82 Broadway
Chula Vista, CA 91910

Lauren C. writes: Like many other reviewers, I've been going here since way back when.  My family likes the Fit for a King and double mushroom.  A word of advice- make sure it isn't overcooked.  If the cheese is browned on top, it's gonna be too tough.  A couple of…

Mandarin Canton Restaurant
Neighborhood: Chula Vista

543 Telegraph Canyon Rd
Chula Vista, CA 91910

Ruben L. writes: Did someone say chicken wings in chula vista?  I'm there.

I was working from home the other day, and was trying to figure out where to go for lunch.  There are tons of place I would like to try, but I really didn't want to venture too far from my…

Brigantine Seafood Restaurant the
Neighborhood: La Mesa

9350 Fuerte Dr
La Mesa, CA 91941

MaryLou D. writes: We debated where to come for Mother's Day and after I called to make sure we wouldn't have to wait till Father's Day to get seated we decided to come on over.  It is NOT my fault we didn't have a reservation--I'm not supposed to have to do that…

BMH Italian
Neighborhood: La Mesa

7670 El Cajon Boulevard
La Mesa, CA 91941

AJ M. writes: BMH's Caprese with Prosciutto sandwich is to me as crack is to Amy Winehouse.

I recently discovered this place and have been visiting so often I'm slightly embarrassed to walk in.

Try it you'll love it.

Java Mama Cafe
Neighborhood: La Mesa

8250 La Mesa Blvd
La Mesa, CA 91941

Joan S. writes: Java Mama Cafe is a great concept- its target market is parents with young children, and it's developed quite a following in the short time it's been open.  I've only been there for yoga classes (they have a small classroom used for all kinds of…

J-K's Greek Cafe
Neighborhood: La Mesa

7749 University Ave
La Mesa, CA 91941

Kat A. writes: I am so glad we found this place. After reading some of the reviews it seemed it might be touch and go with some menu items.

7/5/08 was our first experience. Staff was really kind. The place is clearly small and cheap looking but it makes up for it in…

Cosmos Coffee Cafe
Neighborhood: La Mesa

8278 La Mesa Blvd.
La Mesa, CA 91941

Diana D. writes: This place has THEE BEST rice krispie bar I have ever had in my whole entire life!

It Beats Out:
- Starbucks's Rice Krispie Bar
- Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf's Rice Krispie Bar
- The Livingroom's Rice Krispie Bar
- 7/11's Rice Krispie Bar

As a Rice Krispie bar…

Antica Trattoria
Neighborhood: La Mesa

5654 Lake Murray Blvd
La Mesa, CA 91942

FoodSlut .. writes: 3.5 stars.

Good food in El Cajon?  C'mon now!  There's a reason why I tell people I grew up in the shit hole- armpit of San Diego.  Not only did we lack a decent education (El Cajon Valley is the mecca for gangbangers like Monterey Park is the mecca…

Bj's Restaurant In La Mesa
Neighborhood: La Mesa

5500 Grossmont Center Dr
La Mesa, CA 91941

Michael R. writes: I've only been to BJ's twice. On my first visit. I was not impressed. It was crowded and loud, and the food was mediocre. In my head, I lumped it into the Chile's/TGIF/Red Robin category. I only went back because my roommate said they had cheap lunch…

Lake Murray
Neighborhood: La Mesa

5540 Kiowa Drive
La Mesa, CA 91942

Walker S. writes: Lake Murray Reservoir is part of the Mission Trails Regional Park and open every day for picnicking (10 barbecues and 64 picnic tables), walking, jogging, fishing and boating.  Rent a boat on Wednesday, Saturday or Sunday.  They have rowboats, boats…

Valerio's Family Bake Shop

2720 E Plaza Blvd
Ste H
National City, CA 91950

Arnold E. writes: All I have to say about this place is this: excellent pan de sal.

Okay, I have more to say. Unfortunately, after moving up to Orange County, I now have to drive out to Cerritos to get decent pan de sal (Goldilocks, Red Ribbon, or DeValerio's).…

Royal Mandarin Restaurant

1132 E Plaza Blvd Ste 205
National City, CA 91950

Alissandra L. writes: "Salted Pepper Wings and we're in effect, want you to push it back!" - couldn't help but sing/rap that when we got seated.

Salt n Pepa would be so proud, I think. We even danced a little at our table waiting for our food. We were starving and…

Asian Noodle

1430 E Plaza Blvd Ste E12
National City, CA 91950

Chris A. writes: Whenever my dad's here in San Diego to visit he makes it upon himself to go to this place and rightfully so. This place is the bomb. Nobody else can cook mami like them and the special siopao is huge. I have been going to this place for years now and…

Pipes Cafe

123 Liverpool Dr
Cardiff, CA 92007

Chris Y. writes: Oh Pipes. Yes Pipes. Yay Pipes.

Best Avocado/Sausage Scrambler ever!

Awesome outdoor seating.

Generous servings.

The breakfast potatoes with cheese and green onions are amazing.

Love the coffee!

OOoooh Pipes.  You make me happy.  End of story.
See you again…

Roberto's Mexican Food

2206 Carmel Valley Rd
Del Mar, CA 92014

Berna .. writes: Four words - CARNE ASADA FRENCH FRIES.  I think I have found my Mecca.

Pacifica Del Mar
Neighborhood: Del Mar

1555 Camino Del Mar
Del Mar, CA 92014

Craig W. writes: This place has the look and feel of a 4 (or even 4.5ish) star joint, but I think it slides a little because it's got a great view and a great location, and if you got those going for you, sometimes the service and food quality get a little slack.

I…

Serrano's Super Salsa
Neighborhood: El Cajon

795 Arnele Ave
El Cajon, CA 92020

Warren W. writes: You order a Carne Asada Burrito, but that's not what you get.  Because it's not a pure carne asada burrito.

It's a hybrid blend of a bean & cheese burrito and properly prepared carne asada.  Mate the two, and you get something that is intensely,…

Pannikin Coffee & Tea

510 N Coast Highway 101
Encinitas, CA 92024

Marc N. writes: DO I wait until I'm a regular before reviewing Pannikin or do I dive in right now while the initial impression is still fresh in my mind?
OR - do I put myself in some hypothetical future where I'm now a Pannikin regular and I'm back on Yelp writing a…

La Paloma Theatre

471 S Coast Highway 101
Encinitas, CA 92024

Andy C. writes: I love coming to this place on the 101 in Encinitas Area.

I've lived in this area my whole life and I love coming here on a friday night and watching the fun staff preform Rocky Horror.

I have also been here for surf movie and such.

the only thing…

Trader Joe's - Encinitas

115 N El Camino Real
Encinitas, CA 92024

Richard T. writes: This really is my FAVORITE TJ'S!!!

Awesome Staff: The people who work here are WAY knowledgeable, helpful, and rockingly funny! They totally bring a smile to my face, especially when they dress up on weekends. My favorites are their "hat" and…

Honeys Bistro & Bakery

632 S Coast Hwy 101
Encinitas, CA 92024

Chris Y. writes: I hate writing 3-star reviews because you really have to explain the "average" for an average place. OK...first off, I have a hard time reading the tiny writing on your chalkboard menu 45 feet away from me.  If theline wasn't so long, I wouldn't be…

Trattoria I Trulli

830 S Coast Highway 101
Encinitas, CA 92024

Alisa M. writes: I'm giving this place 5 stars because my husband ate his entire meal with his eyes closed.  He was in love with his ravioli and didn't want anything, including his wife to break him from his yummy cheesy trance.  The salad dressing was as incredible…

Bird House Grill

250 N Coast Highway 101
Encinitas, CA 92024

Jay D. writes: I used to come here ALL THE TIME when they were half the size that they are now. My oh my has Bird House grown.  

Thanks to Yelp (frakkers), Yelp has reminded me of places that I've forgotten.  How could I forget a place that's totally within my locus…

Rico's Taco Shop

165 S El Camino Real
Encinitas, CA 92024

Craig W. writes: Call me crazy, call me stupid, call me insane.

But am I wrong to expect to have just a little CARNE ASADA in my CARNE ASADA burrito?  Or am I just being too nit-picky or something?  Is it supposed to be 90% lettuce with a just a HINT of meat thrown in…