Architectural Salvage of San Diego
Neighborhood: Middletown

2401 Kettner Blvd
San Diego, CA 92101

Wanda J. writes: This is my absolute favorite place in San Diego.
It makes me want to become a home owner and place carnival adornments on my lawn.
Oh Oh OH Oh and the best part occasionally they ll have mannequin limbs!!! My favorite!!

Bread On Market
Neighborhood: East Village

730 Market St
San Diego, CA 92101

Christina L. writes: The bread here is absolutely delicious, it is soft and fresh. The sandwiches were much larger than i was expecting. I had the turkey with cranberry relish, it was pretty tasty, although I almost preferred my companion's roast beef sandwich. We also…

Petco Park

100 Park Blvd
San Diego, CA 92101

Sean C. writes: Cab to game $30

2 Budweiser Selects $13

Penuts $4.50

Having the girl you're with spill a beer on you before the game ... then accidently run into TWO of her ex-boyfriends by the 6th inning...

Priceless!!

Chi Chocolat
Neighborhood: Middletown

2021 India St
San Diego, CA 92101

Zoe T. writes: Sometimes there are days when I don't want to feel ghetto cool.

On those days, I go to my Chi Chi, pretend I am rich, sitting on the French Riviera, eating bon bons and sipping espresso. The only thing that is missing is a hot French man to whisper…

The Prado at Balboa Park
Neighborhood: Balboa Park

1549 El Prado
San Diego, CA 92101

Walker S. writes: My wife, daughter and I invited Ray down from LA to see the Georgia O'Keefe exhibition at SDMA and to enjoy a relaxed Friday lunch at the Prado restaurant.   I used OpenTable (http://www.opentable.com)  to reserve a table on the patio.  The food,…

Jayne's Gastropub
Neighborhood: University Heights

4677 30th St
San Diego, CA 92116

Nadine N. writes: Jayne's Gastropub is a diamond in the rough. I would have never thought to look for such a charming little restaurant sitting across the street from Antique Row Cafe and Kadan, but there it was. *Cue angelic music*

We walked in without a reservation…

Altitude Sky Lounge
Neighborhood: East Village, Gaslamp

Marriott San Diego Gaslamp Quarter
660 K St
San Diego, CA 92101

Janney B. writes: I woke up the next morning in tears.  

The crying began when I looked at my feet.  Not only did they hurt badly from being jammed into stilettos that were crafted by a sadistic misogynist, but it was also painfully apparent that somewhere in the…

Confidential
Neighborhood: Gaslamp

901 4th Ave
San Diego, CA 92101

frank L. writes: It hurts being raised by parents who were raised in poverty.  Gluttony over wastefulness they advocated.  I was stabbed in the belly by Guilt herself when I couldn't clear my plate.  This unhealthy irony stayed with me for many years.

With my superior…

Candelas Restaurant
Neighborhood: East Village

416 3rd Ave
San Diego, CA 92101

Tina C. writes: This is great food, Friendly atmosphere.  Been there a few times and really enjoyed it.  Really interesting cuisine but comes together to create a really good dining experience.

There was a table that was located by a candle that had melted over a…

Envy
Neighborhood: Gaslamp

The Ivy Hotel
600 F St
San Diego, CA 92101

Miss Josephine Z. writes: So, you're in a club, bottle full of 'bub and listening to some sweet jams. Have you ever once, in your drunken blur ever pretend there was NO music. Think about it....nothing but silence. Well, I happened to use my imagination one night at Envy.…

The Cask Room
Neighborhood: Downtown

550 Park Blvd
Ste 2104
San Diego, CA 92101

Denise L. writes: In the throes of procrastination, I come up with great distractions.  5 pg paper due... I should go to the Cask Room (can't study hungry!), instead I shamed myself into.. *gasp!*  going to the library. Right above #18 on my procrastination list,…

Grape Street Dog Park
Neighborhood: Golden Hill

Grape Street & Granada
South Park, CA 92102

Geoff H. writes: The Grape Street dog park has become a staple of my weekly routine and my dog Fletch loves it! The park is spacious, parking is ample and they are pretty good about keeping poop bags stocked if you forget to bring your own.  They also have a couple…

Pizzeria Luigi
Neighborhood: Golden Hill

1137 25th St
San Diego, CA 92102

Amy G. writes: If you like good pizza, go to Luigi. If you dislike hipsters, keep your eyes on your pie. I'd say get your food to go, but the patio here is great for al fresco beers and prime views of 25th Street shenanigans.

Prior to Luigi, an acclaimed cross-town…

Chorus Karaoke and Cafe
Neighborhood: Kearny Mesa

4428 Convoy St
Suite 290
San Diego, CA 92111

stephen l. writes: I'm a milestone whore.

#100 was a huge review for my yelp "career" and even though I can't remember what it was (and there's no fuckin way I'm gonna try and count back) I'm sure it was probably a big deal. Huge. This is gonna be bigger! Huger even.…

Los Reyes
Neighborhood: Golden Hill

2496 Broadway
San Diego, CA 92102

Timmy P. writes: WHOA WHOA WHOA!  At first, I thought this restaurant had the BEST California burrito EVER because I discovered this place hung-over, but then I drove all the way from my apartment in La Jolla to Golden Hill just to try it again and now I'm HOOKED!…

El Salvadoreno
Neighborhood: Grant Hill

2845 Imperial Ave
San Diego, CA 92102

Ethan H. writes: For a good, weekend-morning breakfast, this is a good option to consider.

People in this city are crazy about the Hash House a Go Gos and the like. The food at these places is good, but they're pricey, crowded, and filled with the kind of people who…

Turf Supper Club
Neighborhood: Golden Hill

1116 25th St
San Diego, CA 92102

Amy G. writes: I love a bad boy. I love a skilled meat handler. Add booze amidst a dark, dank, dumpy atmosphere and stick a fork in me. 'Cause I'm done.

A bitchy waitress delivered the raw ribeye to our table at this loathsome, grill-it-your-motherfuc*i ng-self…

Mandarin House
Neighborhood: Banker's Hill

2604 5th Ave
San Diego, CA 92103

Matthew V. writes: Oh, the tastiness. Mandarin House makes you want two stomachs so you can sample more of the menu. It also makes you want two livers, because they do not skimp on the booze. Thankfully, you'll only need one wallet. Mandarin House isn't cheap but it is…

Bronx Pizza
Neighborhood: Hillcrest

111 Washington St
San Diego, CA 92103

Laura N. writes: A day in the life of a left-handed blonde:

Laura: Mmmm...I'm hungry.
Ruggy: Oh, Bronx Pizza is right around the corner! It's some of the best pizza in San Diego.
Laura: What style of pizza is it? Foo-foo Californian? Chicago deep dish? New York thin…

Chipotle Mexican Grill
Neighborhood: Hillcrest

734 University Ave
San Diego, CA 92103

ruggy j. writes: I'm not supposed to go to Chipotle, because it's the epitome of lame. But, I'll tell you what... after spending 2 hours inside Kinkos right next door and working up a mean appetite, I just had to stumble to the nearest possible food destination.…

Kemo Sabe
Neighborhood: Hillcrest

3958 5th Ave
San Diego, CA 92103

C B. writes: Kemo Sabe does it right.
Yes, it is a bit pricey, but the food is all worth it.
I will sum it up in 5 short words.... KAHLUA-PEANUT GLAZED SMOKED RIBS!
Yum, yum, yum x100807930459092923!
No dinky servings here like you would expect at a pricey…

Babette Schwartz
Neighborhood: Hillcrest

421 University Ave
San Diego, CA 92103

Drue C. writes: I rarely walk out of here empty handed and on the rare occasion that I do I regret it later.

For instance, even in the madness that is San Francisco there are some outfits you see that are just plain unacceptable. Now, you all KNOW that if an outfit…

Alex's Brown Bag
Neighborhood: Banker's Hill

2550 5th Ave Ste 171
San Diego, CA 92103

Tiffany S. writes: Hey Alex cheesesteak filling, listen up! Yeah you, You're pretty good shit. You meat, melted cheese, peppers, all dripping all over my shirt. You think you're hot stuff. No, literally, you are hot stuff.

But you're kinda selling yourself short when…

Flashbacks Recycled Fashions
Neighborhood: Hillcrest

3847 5th Ave
San Diego, CA 92103

ruggy j. writes: Me likey Flashbacks.

I go here all the time. Kinda sad, yes...but I don't wanna miss out on that next great gem. Like the Whitney Houston "I Will Always Love You" t-shirt I bought from there last week. How could I pass that baby up?

I probably frequent…

Henry's Marketplace
Neighborhood: North Park

4175 Park Blvd
San Diego, CA 92103

sze t. writes: Let's say.. hypothetically, you're on a weird fruit/vegetable kick. Let's say, you only have $10. You wander the streets of San Diego in search of fruits/vegetables... and end of in the veritable bulk foods/vegetables/fruit grocery heaven that is…

Cafe On Park

3831 Park Blvd
San Diego, CA 92103

Christina S. writes: Wow.... The servings are freaking  enourmaous here.. Seriously, I could not finish my plate. I ordered the number two "scrambled eggs with mushrooms fresh spinach and feta cheese" needless to say it comes with a side of toast a slice of cantaloupe…

Extraordinary Desserts
Neighborhood: Banker's Hill

2929 5th Ave
San Diego, CA 92103

Jeff J. writes: There is something very strange going on at this place. It's a typical trendy upscale maybe-a-bit-overpriced dessert place, right? Their desserts are delicious, for sure. They serve brownies with little flowers on top, the teapots are modern and…

Whole Foods Market
Neighborhood: Hillcrest

711 University Ave
San Diego, CA 92103

Avery J. writes: Lonely? Single? Have trouble meeting new people?

Check out the salad bar at Whole Foods!

Seriously. Go Monday thru Friday, between 5:30 and 7:30 p.m. The salad bar becomes a singles bar! It's packed with single losers, er sorry, "professionals" who…

The Wit's End
Neighborhood: Hillcrest

420 Robinson Ave
San Diego, CA 92103

Ryan R. writes: My best friend lives a block away from Wit's End and this is a bad thing. As I have always been lacking in self-control and moral fiber, I tend to frequent this fine establishment every time I visit my friend. They have a fine selection of local…

Khyber Pass
Neighborhood: Hillcrest

523 University Ave
San Diego, CA 92103

jessica t. writes: "I waited to eat till you arrived" my sister smirked as I pulled up to the hotel in a taxi.

And so we did it right. We caught Afghanistan Khyber Pass before they were about to close. The space is beautiful. Big poignant works hung against the…

Lido's Italian Foods
Neighborhood: Lemon Grove

7252 Broadway
Lemon Grove, CA 91945

Joseph M. writes: Lido's has great thin crust pizza.  Some people think it's a little greasy, but you can't compare the great sauce they put on it to any other.   I just crave the sauce with it's fresh herbs.  I also like their pasta, especially clam linguine.  For an…

Tacos El Gordo 3
Neighborhood: National City

1940 Highland Ave
National City, CA 91950

Adrienne W. writes: best. tacos. i've. ever. eaten.

ever.

holygod.

______________________ This is me speechless.

Landmark Theatre La Jolla Village Cinema

8879 Villa La Jolla Dr
La Jolla, CA 92037

Teej T. writes: Back when I was a cheap ass college student, I **hated** going to Landmark unless it was the only place showing a film.  Times have changed.  I used to think it unreasonable that they would charge a whopping $9 a film.  However, they've kept their…

Sante Ristorante
Neighborhood: La Jolla

7811 Herschel Ave
La Jolla, CA 92037

Nick T. writes: Classy place. Really intimate setting with great food and quality service.
Its a good place to take a date or a loved one.

I love Italian food. It is absolutely one of my favorite cuisines. When I make a statement like that to friends I'm usually…

Lips Restaurant

3036 El Cajon Blvd
San Diego, CA 92103

Tina C. writes: Went this weekend and I am still singing the songs. I say everyone should see this at least once. We were laughing the entire time.

The food might just be okay but the entertainment is "FAB"...So with that being said, don't we all need a good laugh!…

Amarin Thai
Neighborhood: Hillcrest

3843 Richmond St
San Diego, CA 92103

Roubi K. writes: Art Salad. The 3 of us simultaneously orgasmed eating this amazing creation.

My next meal here will just be this salad alone.

Just you and me, Art. Just you and... ME.

(And for those who need to know what this salad consists of...  
Art $7.99

Roasted…

Jimmy Carter's Mexican Cafe
Neighborhood: Banker's Hill

3172 5th Ave
San Diego, CA 92103

Melinda D. writes: When I heard the old location moved to Bankers Hill, I was immediately skeptical.  Can they uphold to the same standard in new neighborhood? Will parking be a disaster?  What will the bartenders at Lamp Lighter eat?  

To my surprise, parking wasn't…

Busalacchi's Ristorante
Neighborhood: Hillcrest

3683 5th Ave
San Diego, CA 92103

Akiko T. writes: Since EJ likes to monitor and police my carb intake, I sort of go crazy when I do get the opportunity to consume some.  We came in here famished from a mini road trip... we were looking forward to a home style, cozy Italian meal.

Let me start with the…