Lj’s guidebook
Food scene
The burgers are fantastic and it's a family friendly place with good beers and a few TVs for watching sports. The food is all locally sourced.
35 locals recommend
Burger Bench
237 E Grand AveThe burgers are fantastic and it's a family friendly place with good beers and a few TVs for watching sports. The food is all locally sourced.
Amazing views, good pizza and yummy wine! It's great for couples, families, and groups. I'd highly recommend going! It is owned and operated by a nice couple from Italy.
43 locals recommend
Cordiano Winery
15732 Highland Valley RdAmazing views, good pizza and yummy wine! It's great for couples, families, and groups. I'd highly recommend going! It is owned and operated by a nice couple from Italy.
333 Pacific
333 N Pacific St$8 martinis all day everyday using ANY vodka you'd like!
Good local hangout. Note: they don't have many TVs so call if you're looking for a specific game.
18 locals recommend
Plan 9 Alehouse
155 E Grand AveGood local hangout. Note: they don't have many TVs so call if you're looking for a specific game.
Sightseeing
There is so much going on in Oceasnside at and near the pier. Definitely check it out!
386 locals recommend
Oceanside Pier Bait Shop
There is so much going on in Oceasnside at and near the pier. Definitely check it out!
Just amazing! Check out the animals in their natural habitats! Their programs are growing and changing all the time!
967 locals recommend
San Diego Zoo Safari Park
15500 San Pasqual Valley RdJust amazing! Check out the animals in their natural habitats! Their programs are growing and changing all the time!
There are lots of hiking trails and camp grounds on Palomar Mountain. Stop by the visitors center to sign up for a tour or go online so you can enjoy one of their night programs on a new moon!
47 locals recommend
Palomar Observatory
35899 Canfield RdThere are lots of hiking trails and camp grounds on Palomar Mountain. Stop by the visitors center to sign up for a tour or go online so you can enjoy one of their night programs on a new moon!
City advice
Getting around
Rent a car
San Diego County has terrible public trasnportation. Uber/Lyft are easy to access, but a car is best unless you're going to be drinking while out.
Ways to save
Free, free, free!
There are so many free things to do and see in San Diego county. Take the time to get out and see all the terrain we have to offer. Want to hike, bike, enjoy beach, listen to the music, watch paragliders, or play in the park? It all happens throughout the county all year! Just ask!
What to pack
Big temperature swings
The temperature between day and night can have 40-degree swings. We also have a large difference between coastal adn inland areas. Lots of light layers are the San Diego Way!