Velocity Paintball
Neighborhood: Chula Vista

4248 Bonita Rd
Ste B
Bonita, CA 91902

Erin C. writes: They took all my money.  
Or rather, I gave it to them.

I got the gold Dye "uniform" - yep, gloves and tank cover (or whatever you call it) and all.  I'm gonna look so cool.  ;-)

Anyway, I like this location because they have a lot to choose from.…

City of Chula Vista
Neighborhood: Chula Vista

430 F St
Chula Vista, CA 91910

Ed to the M. writes: This is an actual letter I wrote to the Chula Vista Mayor my sophomore year in college one night when I was drunk.  Unfortunately (or fortunately), it was never sent.

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Dear Mayor Shirley Horton,

I met you quite a while ago - at my 6th grade…

Pho Vinh Vietnamese Noodle House
Neighborhood: Chula Vista

349 Broadway
Chula Vista, CA 91910

Mitzie H. writes: What's a girl to do when she's sick and dying while on vacation in San Diego visiting family?  She whines and cries about how awful she feels and says the only thing that will make her feel better is Pho Ga and begs someone to go with her to Pho Vinh…

Croom's Catering & BBQ
Neighborhood: Chula Vista

573 H St
Chula Vista, CA 91910

Mas H. writes: The old man stands out front with his thirty gallon drum barbecue.  White clouds rise up towards the heavens and waft the sweet scent of meat, meat, meat.  He smiles at passersby, and with a salacious flip turns the carnal pleasures sizzling in the…

Wong's Golden Palace
Neighborhood: La Mesa

7126 University Ave
La Mesa, CA 91941

Joshua M. writes: To be completely honest I haven't eaten here in years, but I was thinking back to all of my favorite places in San Diego and this was one of them.  Back in my early college days my friends and I came here so often that the cooks knew our custom dish…

Ciao Bella
Neighborhood: La Mesa

5263 Baltimore Dr
La Mesa, CA 91942

Michael R. writes: I'd say 4.5 stars, but halves aren't an option and I like this place well enough to bump it up rather than down.

I've been three times. Twice with the late, great Guy Davenport, and once with Elizabeth A. who wanted to load up on carbs before…

Rudy's Taco Shop

524 Stevens Ave.
Solana Beach, CA 92075

jayme h. writes: I'm going to preface this by saying that I'm not the biggest Mexican food fan.  I know, that's some kind of blasphemy living in San Diego, but I'm from Hawaii and the only Mexican food there is Taco Bell.

Okay, back to Rudy's.  This place is AWESOME.…

Fish Market Restaurants
Neighborhood: Del Mar

640 Via De La Valle
Solana Beach, CA 92075

Wasabi Bratwurst .. writes: If you are the type of person who likes to sit at a sushi bar and snack out for couple hours at a time, I recommend you go see Patrick behind the oyster bar.  He is quiet, not a man of many words but he knows his game and serves good food.  

Typically…

Hideaway Cafe

150 S Acacia Ave
Solana Beach, CA 92075

Mick G. writes: This place is AWESOME and has been that way for just about FOREVER.

I say let the maddening crowds go to their Mission knock-offs and hoity-toity places ... I will go where the surfers go ... where the table cloths are vinal, where the chairs are…

Pacific Coast Grill

437 S Highway 101
Solana Beach, CA 92075

Aaron H. writes: In an industry where some say 90 percent of all new entrants fail within the first year, and the rest disappear within the next five, Pacific Coast Grill certainly defied expectation - and rightfully so. This seaside Solana Beach favorite has broken…

Porter's Pub

9500 Gilman Dr
La Jolla, CA 92093

Mick G. writes: Why 5?

Good beer on tap.

Honest lack of pretentiousness.

Not many undergrads.  (no offense intended ... just prefer the lack of undergrads since I am no longer one ... and have not been for a VERY long time)

Fusball!

Good beer on tap.

Beer.

Yum.

Hare Krishna

University of California San Diego
9500 Gilman Dr
San Diego, CA 92101

Sue Z. writes: HARE krishna?

...more like HAIR krishna. yes, I found a strand of hair in my food. no, I was not pleased. nevertheless, the cheapo student in me still has to give this buffet 4 stars. ALL YOU CAN EAT, bring your own tupperware,…

Kashi
Neighborhood: La Jolla

P.O. Box 8557
La Jolla, CA 92038

Caroline A. writes: I love every single product this company makes.

Sure, some of their cereals taste like rabbit food, but they are so good for you and are really great for my "food for fuel" mode.  

However, most of their products are good for you and taste awesome...…

Peet's Coffee & Tea

8843 Villa La Jolla Dr
La Jolla, CA 92037

tiffinie m. writes: In a wasteland of Starbucks, I spotted this Peet's nestled in a little corner near Whole Foods and Long's (i think), it's almost invisible sign beckoning me to come in for my daily dose. There are few things in life that make me feel a little on the…

Nozomi 2 Sushi & BBQ

4150 Regents Park Row
Ste 190
La Jolla, CA 92037

Chris Y. writes: My review is only a reflection of the following items:
- Chirashi Salad
- Hamachi Nigiri

Let's just say the Hamachi Nigiri was so large it gave me the gag-reflexes!  Has anyone ever experienced this?  It was just huge...quite awkward.  I resorted to…

Helen Woodward Animal Center

6461 El Apajo Rd
Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067

jen s. writes: helen woodward is TOP DOG (ha!) for cat/kitten, puppy/dog adoptions.

we first adopted our kitten, "pancake". (she was already named by the staff for her flat face, awwww!!!) they had our whole fam, little boys included, sit with her in a room,…

Roberto's Mexican Food

445 N Highway 101
Solana Beach, CA 92075

Drue C. writes: The one thing I look forward to when visiting So Cal, besides seeing my friends, is eating my Mexican food, for every meal, the entire time I am down here.

I don't know what else to say except San Diego Mexican food rocks!!!

Nowhere in SF can you get…

Nicky Rottens
Neighborhood: East Village, Gaslamp

560 5th Ave
San Diego, CA 92101

Scott H. writes: if this restaurant got up on stage at american idol it would go something like this:

Ryan:  That was Nicky Rottens, now Nicky your new to the downtown scene and that was a good effort, but lets see what the judges think, Randy?

Randy:  Check it out…

Java Jones

631 9th Ave
San Diego, CA 92101

Amy G. writes: I hate Christmas. I really, really hate Christmas. I hibernate during the holidays so I don't have to deal with Christmas. Why oh why is one of my favorite coffee shops decked out in holly, lights, wreaths-- mid fu*king July?

It's for the troops.…

Richard Walker's Pancake House
Neighborhood: East Village

520 Front St
San Diego, CA 92101

Mike A. writes: Here's a few things you should know about Richard Walkers pancake house before going..

- Long lines await you most of the time (especially Sunday morning)..so if your hungry..either be patient or go somewhere else..

- Parking is not that bad..there's…

Cheese Shop
Neighborhood: Gaslamp

627 4th Ave
San Diego, CA 92101

Lula Mae W. writes: I think I counted five different grilled cheese sandwiches.  I had the Dutch Leyden...gouda with cumin.  I was tempted by The Greek (feta with basil and tomato), and another made with some ooey, gooey blue.  If I wasn't coming back to San Diego…

Japanese Friendship Garden
Neighborhood: Balboa Park

2125 Park Blvd
San Diego, CA 92101

Ellyn n. writes: I exchanged wedding vows recently at the Friendship Garden, a jewel in Balboa Park. My first visit to the garden last year was in the springtime, when the flowers were blooming and the greenery was lush and beautiful. The koi pond and paths added…

Imperial House Continental Restaurant
Neighborhood: Banker's Hill

505 Kalmia St
San Diego, CA 92101

amber c. writes: if you want to sit in a big, plush mafia booth, sip on a basic, stiff cocktail, and let yourself be enchanted by the melodic siren song of rick lyon, you'll love imperial house (i-house, for those "in the know.")

however, last time i was there, mr.…

Monsoon Fine Cuisine of India
Neighborhood: Gaslamp

729 4th Ave
San Diego, CA 92101

Tanya S. writes: Tanya in a coma, I know
I know - it's serious
Tanya in a coma, I know
I know - it's really serious

Lunch buffet is a good deal at $11.95.
Fresh samosa was so good when it hit my lips.
Curries were flavorful, rice was fluffly, and the mango pudding was…

Cafe Noir
Neighborhood: East Village

447 9th Avenue
San Diego, CA 92101

Matthew V. writes: She was worth a stare. That's where my troubles began. I always say, "if you're going to notice a dame, it's best the gal you're with is looking the other way." Unfortunately, I rarely remember how wise I am.

Cafe Noir is out of place like Dick Cheney…

Cafe Sevilla
Neighborhood: East Village, Gaslamp

555 4th Ave
San Diego, CA 92101

van ness d. writes: Booze first. Then food.

I *heart* Sangria.  So I tried 3 kinds they offered, and even after 3...I still felt nothing.  WEAK.  Like Fruit Punch.  It may as well have come in a little box with a straw for my sack lunch.  

(...Or, maybe I'm just a Lush -…

Joe's Crab Shack at the Rowing Club

525 E Harbor Dr
San Diego, CA 92101

Courtney W. writes: DON'T BRING YOUR DATE HERE FOR A BIRTHDAY.

I'm trying to block it out still, but I'll never be able
to forget the chorus of laughter and the tears streaming
down everyone's faces as I was forced to ride around
on a wooden pony wearing a ridiculous pink…

Panda Inn Restaurant
Neighborhood: Gaslamp

506 Horton Plz
San Diego, CA 92101

Melissa S. writes: "Is this Japanese food?" says this high school girl who is with some friends prior to attending a school dance.

It took every ounce of energy in me to refrain from laughing out loud.

My friend and I went to Horton Plaza just to walk around(because I…

The Wine Bank
Neighborhood: East Village, Gaslamp

363 5th Ave Ste 100
San Diego, CA 92101

Nathan H. writes: The Wine Bank is very unassuming from first glance. Just looks like an ordinary wine/liquor store. There is a great selection of wine and alcohol upstairs. Then, when you go downstairs, there is just a ridiculous amount of wine, from various regions…

Taco Express
Neighborhood: Downtown, Little Italy

1330 State St
San Diego, CA 92101

Wanda J. writes: The employees here are so delightful.
They all insist on calling me Ms. Brenda.
They recognize my voice over phone and my order is always ready in five minutes or less. I'd recommend the mole burrito with rice, but I'm sure everything is wonderful!

City of San Diego
Neighborhood: Downtown

202 C St # 2
San Diego, CA 92101

Cheri B. writes: All I have to say is, I dropped my keys as I was getting out of my car.. OF COURSE I was standing next to a storm drain!!  The keys, as we all could have guessed, fell DOWN the drain and into oblivion!!
My car has a sensor in the key and I HAVE NO…

Modus Supper Club
Neighborhood: Banker's Hill

2202 4th Ave
San Diego, CA 92101

Tonie T. writes: Pomme Frites and a Pimm's Cup. Two things I will not soon forget thanks to Modus. This "supper club" is pricey; but for what I've tried, worth it. We had very attentive service at the bar, and all our choices were delicious.

Modus twice-fries their…

San Diego Museum of Art
Neighborhood: Balboa Park

1450 El Prado
San Diego, CA 92101

Tonie T. writes: I'm still surprised at just how small the museums in Balboa Park really are. I get in and wonder where the rest of the rooms and holdings are hiding. I'm used to being able to get lost in a museum. Here, I just find the emergency exit at the back of…

Fred's Mexican Cafe
Neighborhood: East Village, Gaslamp

535 5th Ave
San Diego, CA 92101

Jay D. writes: This review only pertains to this exact moment.

Friday morning @ 1am equals $2 well drinks.  

*very toasty smile*

Mister Tiki Mai Tai Lounge
Neighborhood: Gaslamp

801 5th Ave
San Diego, CA 92101

Irene S. writes: That's right. Trouble.

Trouble is what happens when you stop in to a mai tai lounge after a tame dinner seeking a fire starter to celebrate your friend's final days of singlehood before she  embraces "One [    ] For The Rest Of Your Life", a phrase…

Naked Cafe

106 S Sierra Ave
Solana Beach, CA 92075

lisa f. writes: A strange thing happened to me today. Maybe the strangest thing ever. And by strangest ever, I mean within the context of things I would share with you fine folks of Yelp.com.

I was lounging in Solana Beach on this fine Wednesday afternoon. My wife…

Henry's Farmers Market

659 Lomas Santa Fe Dr
Solana Beach, CA 92075

Connie N. writes: I go eastward for meetings at company headquarters twice a year and before I do I always visit Henry's to grab a ton of their snacks for the long meetings and as gifts for the staff that I talk to everyday but only see a few days out of the year.  My…

San Elijo Lagoon Ecological Reserve

North Rios Ave
Solana Beach, CA 92075

Denise L. writes: San Elijo is pretty damn cool.  You have to drive past the train station and park in the residental neighborhood at the dead end.  Get on the trail and start running East as that part is downhill and mostly shade.  
When you get to the signs on your…

Sushi Deli 2
Neighborhood: Gaslamp

135 Broadway
San Diego, CA 92101

frank L. writes: In hindsight, this night wasn't so much decadent as it was debaucherous.  We came here after Extraordinary Desserts and a flask of Jim Beam and ordered enough sushi to feed a dozen sharks which, incidentally, we began to resemble as the night…