Mira Mesa

San Diego Stadium

Culture14.3 km

former stadium in San Diego, California

Black's Beach

Nature9.5 km

beach in San Diego County, California, United States

San Diego Zoo

Park19.1 km

zoo in Balboa Park, San Diego, California, United States

Snapdragon Stadium

Culture14.0 km

stadium at San Diego State University

San Diego California Temple

Worship8.4 km

Temple of the LDS Church

Mission San Diego de Alcalá

Worship14.4 km

Spanish mission in San Diego, California

Mount Soledad

Nature12.0 km

mountain in San Diego, California, United States

SeaWorld San Diego

Park17.3 km

theme park

Pechanga Arena

Culture17.9 km

arena in San Diego, California, United States

Viejas Arena

Historic16.6 km

home venue of San Diego State Aztecs men's and women's basketball teams

Balboa Park

Landmark19.7 km

historic park in San Diego, California

San Diego Museum of Art

Museum19.6 km

art museum in San Diego, California

Addison

Restaurant★★★ Michelin$$$$5.6 km

Global inspiration and Californian sentimentality are at the heart of Chef William Bradley’s world-class dining destination. Located just north of San Diego, Addison commands its own enclave among the manicured greenery and curvaceous pathways of the luxurious resort grounds.An opening act of canapes presenting a chicken liver churro, a playful take on bluefin nigiri and ranch dressing-filled cracker topped with young greens sums up the menu’s personality and is a distinct preview of what is to come. Skillful execution and creativity transform excellent quality product, such as Japanese shima

Soichi

Restaurant★ Michelin$$$$16.2 km

Named for Chef Soichi Kadoya, this intimate Japanese restaurant has made a name for itself in University Heights. There are a few omakase options, as well as several à la carte items. The chef may be chatting up diners but make no mistake—this food shows serious focus. Sushi leans straightforward, but it flaunts a great deal of skill. Hokkaido pike mackerel is balanced by ginger and scallion, while kampachi delivers clean and simple flavors. Spanish bluefin tuna has a slight tang, while fatty tuna is luscious. Sea bass, marinated with two kinds of miso, is broiled and caramelized; and nigiri h

Menya Ultra

Restaurant$$8.4 km

This Japanese import, whose first shop was opened in Akita Prefecture before spawning numerous offshoots, has been a local hit since day one. Set in a Clairemont strip mall, it attracts a crowd. Inside, one may expect efficient service and a no-frills vibe.On the menu, ramen is the main attraction. Diners are faced with few choices: the house broth is a rich, porky tonkotsu enhanced with miso; while the tantanmen is a unique take on Sichuan dan dan noodles, bolstered with ground pork and a touch of spice. Each item comes with excellent springy noodles and the option of add-ons—the ajitama egg,

A.R. Valentien

Restaurant$$$8.5 km

Every element of this setting seems to exude a California-casual meets country-club vibe. Inside, choose from one of the Craftsman post-and-beam dining rooms, warm with amber lanterns and stained-glass light fixtures; or simply head outside to dine on the patio overlooking the pool and 18th hole of Torrey Pines Golf Course. The city's unending growing season means that there is a boundless harvest of local ingredients to inspire this kitchen. Begin with Dungeness crab flan surrounded by watercress, Belgian endive and roasted grapes, drizzled with tangy balsamic dressing. Then, indulge in eleva

Hidden Fish

Restaurant$$$8.9 km

You’ll be on the clock at this tiny sushi spot, where the omakase is a 90-minute experience, but despite such punctuality, you will savor every bite here. In fact, you’ll find yourself slowing down to savor each and every creation from the talented chefs. However, seats here are hard to come by so be sure to reserve ahead of time or risk serious FOMO.Like other top tier sushiyas, they source both locally with San Diego uni and across the globe with Peruvian scallops and of course, plenty of Japanese species. A chalkboard menu keeps diners apprised of the current lineup, and for those who are s

Mabel’s Gone Fishing

RestaurantBib Gourmand$$18.1 km

Charm is in abundant supply at this popular gathering place, from the name and décor (both of which honor an owner's beloved dog) to the easygoing, friendly staff. But it's more than just window dressing that draws in the crowds. A focused menu highlights excellent local seafood with a simple-yet-satisfying approach that blends Californian and Iberian cuisine, and the results are undeniably delicious. Case in point is the crispy, meaty swordfish schnitzel, served with salsa verde and creamy tonnato sauce alongside a salad of caper berries and shaved fennel, for a winningly bright, briny combin

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Cucina Urbana

RestaurantBib Gourmand$$19.7 km

Cucina Urbana, like the other siblings in the Urban Kitchen Group family, is an amiable place that promises a good time. It’s casual, festive and popular with the locals—the kind of spot where nearly every table is filled on a Tuesday afternoon.The California-Italian menu has seasonal offerings, such as a burrata and stone fruit salad, as well as a variety of brick oven pizzas with playful twists, like a pepperoni pizza with Calabrian chili and a honey drizzle. Fresh pastas, including the torchio alla norma with eggplant, chili flakes and ricotta salata with basil, are always a good bet. Wine

🕐 Mo 17:00-21:00; Tu-Th 11:30-22:00; Fr 11:30-22:30; Sa 17:00-22:30; Su 16:30-21:00

Cesarina

RestaurantBib Gourmand$$19.8 km

Step into this charming trattoria and you’ll instantly feel like part of the famiglia. A glass-walled pastificio provides a behind-the-scenes view of the production—from fusilli to tortelli, while a tableside tiramisu brings the show right to you.There's a warm, boisterous atmosphere here, accented by the hand-painted, mismatched pottery on each table, and a musical Italian lilt will make a glass of Valpolicella all the more enticing. Most of the menu is mix-and-match, with a selection of pasta shapes and sauces that can be paired to your liking (though the friendly servers may nudge you away