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Best Bars and Restaurants in San Diego

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San Diego has great restaurants and bars, craft beer breweries, wineries and more. Here are our favorite San Diego food destinations.

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Sips and Bites at the California Wine Festival Sommsation VIP Pavilion

June 26, 2025 By: Maria Haase This article may contain affiliate links. We may earn a small commission if you buy through our links.

What to expect at the California Wine Festival and why the Sommsation VIP Pavilion ticket is worth it!!!

Filed Under: San Diego Eat & Drink

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Must-Try Food At Gator By The Bay That Will Make Your Mouth Sizzle

May 14, 2025 By: Maria Haase This article may contain affiliate links. We may earn a small commission if you buy through our links.

Quick Info about Gator by the BayWhen: May 8-11, 2025Where: Spanish Landing ParkWhat: Louisiana Festival with Live Music and FoodWebsite Gator by the Bay has been San Diego’s biggest Jazz, Blues, and Zydeco Music Festival for the last 20+ years. It lasts for 4 days and happens every May at Spanish Landing. From parades to …

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10 Epic Coffee Shops in La Mesa You Can’t Miss

May 7, 2025 By: Andrew J. Stillman This article may contain affiliate links. We may earn a small commission if you buy through our links.

When I first moved to San Diego in 2021, a lot of people told me to avoid La Mesa and East County as a whole. For some reason, it seemed everyone in San Diego proper had their nose upturned to anywhere east of Mission Valley, and I trusted their opinions and avoided this area like …

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Perfect For This Weekend: Best Brunch in San Diego

March 27, 2025 By: Hedge Metreyeon This article may contain affiliate links. We may earn a small commission if you buy through our links.

San Diego Brunch is a favorite weekend activity. If you are looking for the best Brunch Place in San Diego, take a look at these recommendations.

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Best San Diego Rooftop Bars with an Incredible View  

February 21, 2025 By: Noreen Kompanik This article may contain affiliate links. We may earn a small commission if you buy through our links.

San Diego Rooftop Bars are the perfect spot to enjoy the best of San Diego. Here we share our local’s list of favorite rooftop bars in San Diego that offer staggering views & crafty cocktails. Whether it’s swanky, stylish, glamorous, or laid-back, there’s something about rooftop bars that’s definitely hot, trendy, and alluring. The formula …

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10 Best San Diego Wineries You MUST Try If You Love Wine

February 20, 2025 By: Noreen Kompanik This article may contain affiliate links. We may earn a small commission if you buy through our links.

Do you love wine? Then you HAVE to visit these San Diego wineries. From urban chic to Tuscan flair, these wineries have style & good wine.

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Best Korean BBQ in San Diego [2025]

February 13, 2025 By: Maria Haase This article may contain affiliate links. We may earn a small commission if you buy through our links.

We have a few delicious options for Korean BBQ in San Diego, whether you are looking for a high-end place or AYCE Korean BBQ spots.

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Best Burger In San Diego For Every Burger Taste

February 10, 2025 By: Maria Haase This article may contain affiliate links. We may earn a small commission if you buy through our links.

If there’s one food that always causes a great deal of debate, it’s the all-American burger, and this is no different in San Diego. Although it’s impossible for everyone to agree on where you’ll find the best burger in San Diego, we can certainly point you in the right direction with this collection of mouthwatering …

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11 Best Coronado Restaurants You MUST Try in 2025

February 11, 2025 By: Maria Haase This article may contain affiliate links. We may earn a small commission if you buy through our links.

Looking for a good place to eat in Coronado? This list of best restaurants in Coronado (recommended by a local) will help you find one that hits the spot.

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Best Old Town Temecula Restaurants To Try in 2025

February 11, 2025 By: Noreen Kompanik This article may contain affiliate links. We may earn a small commission if you buy through our links.

Old Town Temecula restaurants will tantalize your tastebuds and surprise you with innovative dishes & fun dining experiences. Here are the best restaurants in Temecula Old Town that you have to try.

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