Leigh’s guidebook
Food scene
Sunnie's is my go-to for a dirty hot chai. It's about a five-minute walk from my place (less if you walk fast like me). This is the neighborhood's favorite spot for breakfast burritos, quesadillas, and espresso drinks.
19 personas del lugar lo recomiendan
Sunnie's Ocean Beach Mexican Cuisine & Coffee
4723 Point Loma AveSunnie's is my go-to for a dirty hot chai. It's about a five-minute walk from my place (less if you walk fast like me). This is the neighborhood's favorite spot for breakfast burritos, quesadillas, and espresso drinks.
Best Mexican restaurant I've been to in SD! Their food is so fresh!
17 personas del lugar lo recomiendan
La Doña
1852 Bacon StreetBest Mexican restaurant I've been to in SD! Their food is so fresh!
I recommend either trying an assortment of their appetizers or going all-in on the fried rice. Yum! Also, just a great spot to hang at the bar.
146 personas del lugar lo recomiendan
OB Noodle House Bar 1502
4993 Niagara AveI recommend either trying an assortment of their appetizers or going all-in on the fried rice. Yum! Also, just a great spot to hang at the bar.
Their menu is about 60% burgers, 30% beer, and 10% other. If you're looking for a unique, New Zealand-inspired burger, look no further.
110 personas del lugar lo recomiendan
Raglan Public House
1851 Bacon StTheir menu is about 60% burgers, 30% beer, and 10% other. If you're looking for a unique, New Zealand-inspired burger, look no further.
My all-time fav breakfast place! Cannot recommend enough! Added bonus: it's two blocks from my apartment.
92 personas del lugar lo recomiendan
Little Lion Cafe
1424 Sunset Cliffs BlvdMy all-time fav breakfast place! Cannot recommend enough! Added bonus: it's two blocks from my apartment.
This is a fun, hip neighborhood, probably the best "downtown" area in all of SD. Every eatery you walk into here will impress. Plus, there's tons of breweries.
889 personas del lugar lo recomiendan
Little Italy
This is a fun, hip neighborhood, probably the best "downtown" area in all of SD. Every eatery you walk into here will impress. Plus, there's tons of breweries.
This restaurant has fresh, tasty seafood, but even more impressive is the view of San Diego Harbor. If you're lucky, you might even see the Seaworld fireworks from the other side of Point Loma. I would go right before sunset.
25 personas del lugar lo recomiendan
Ketch Grill and Taps
2614 Shelter Island DrThis restaurant has fresh, tasty seafood, but even more impressive is the view of San Diego Harbor. If you're lucky, you might even see the Seaworld fireworks from the other side of Point Loma. I would go right before sunset.
This one's for the beer lovers.
175 personas del lugar lo recomiendan
Stone Brewing World Bistro & Gardens – Liberty Station
2816 Historic Decatur RdThis one's for the beer lovers.
Just a simple place for when you're craving a Cali burrito - or an absolutely slamming milkshake. No lie.
58 personas del lugar lo recomiendan
Mike's Taco Club
5060 Newport AveJust a simple place for when you're craving a Cali burrito - or an absolutely slamming milkshake. No lie.
A sandwich shop that specializes in grilled cheese? What's not to like?
Mad Munch Grilled Cheezer Co.
4871-B Newport AveA sandwich shop that specializes in grilled cheese? What's not to like?
Sightseeing
Great for hiking, picturesque views, or a beach day! Beware: this beach is clothing-optional.
26 personas del lugar lo recomiendan
Blacks Beach Trailhead
9601 La Jolla Farms RdGreat for hiking, picturesque views, or a beach day! Beware: this beach is clothing-optional.
Balboa Park features outstanding architecture, waterworks, exotic trees, lush fields, gardens, and art galleries. The famous San Diego Zoo is here, as well as several great museums. My number one recommendation is the Japanese Friendship Garden - so beautiful, so peaceful.
3290 personas del lugar lo recomiendan
Parque Balboa
Balboa Park features outstanding architecture, waterworks, exotic trees, lush fields, gardens, and art galleries. The famous San Diego Zoo is here, as well as several great museums. My number one recommendation is the Japanese Friendship Garden - so beautiful, so peaceful.
This park on the very end of Point Loma offers breathtaking views of the city. Also the place to the learn about SD's history.
238 personas del lugar lo recomiendan
Cabrillo National Monument
This park on the very end of Point Loma offers breathtaking views of the city. Also the place to the learn about SD's history.
Whether you're into snorkeling, walking, or kayaking, La Jolla Cove won't disappoint. There's plenty of shops and restaurants here to make an entire day out of it.
1327 personas del lugar lo recomiendan
La Jolla Cove
1100 Coast BlvdWhether you're into snorkeling, walking, or kayaking, La Jolla Cove won't disappoint. There's plenty of shops and restaurants here to make an entire day out of it.
If you're a history buff like me, you'll want to set aside an entire day to explore this legendary aircraft carrier.
775 personas del lugar lo recomiendan
USS Midway Museum
910 N Harbor DrIf you're a history buff like me, you'll want to set aside an entire day to explore this legendary aircraft carrier.
Outdoor Adventures
Sometimes I go into nature withdrawal. Mission Trails is the most accessible park for hiking and climbing.
194 personas del lugar lo recomiendan
Parque Regional de Misiones de Senderos
1 Father Junipero Serra TrailSometimes I go into nature withdrawal. Mission Trails is the most accessible park for hiking and climbing.
Mission Bay
My favorite place to kayak in SD.
The name almost says it all - the views are stunning, but I also like to trail run and hike here. There is much to explore.
268 personas del lugar lo recomiendan
Parque Natural de Sunset Cliffs en San Diego
Ladera StreetThe name almost says it all - the views are stunning, but I also like to trail run and hike here. There is much to explore.
City/town information
Coronado is a pseudo-island that is home to a military airbase and a charming little beach town. I drive across the bridge just to walk around and look at all the pretty houses, which can also be done by bike. Shopping on Orange Ave and visiting Hotel Del Coronado are musts!
388 personas del lugar lo recomiendan
Coronado
Coronado is a pseudo-island that is home to a military airbase and a charming little beach town. I drive across the bridge just to walk around and look at all the pretty houses, which can also be done by bike. Shopping on Orange Ave and visiting Hotel Del Coronado are musts!
Consejos sobre la ciudad
Formas de ahorrar
Always check both Uber and Lyft
One will always be cheaper; it's best to have both apps and compare pricing.
Cómo moverse
Driving is the easiest way to explore
Unfortunately, San Diego does not boast a thriving public transportation system. You can get around with the buses, but they do not run very late. I would recommend downloading the Transit app if you are planning on using public transport. Renting a bike or electric scooter will get you around Point Loma easily.
Qué meter en la valija
The key to dressing in San Diego is layers
The day might start foggy and chilly, but come noon, that sun is bright and hot and you'll be annoyed you wore jeans instead of a hat and sunscreen. Then, as soon the as the sun sets, the wind picks up and you'll be annoyed you left your jacket behind. Layers.
Costumbres y cultura
Hippie Culture
Everyone you meet in OB will be super-friendly. With that said, I would not bring a wallet filled with cash to the beach and then go for a swim. Kellogg's Beach is a family-friendly beach on the bayside where your wallet will remain untouched. OB, however, requires a little more street smarts.