The Brass Rail
Neighborhood: Hillcrest

3796 5th Ave
San Diego, CA 92103

Jamal G. writes: So I wrote my first gay bar review about Bar of Castro today and got to thinking... "hmmm when was the first time I ever been into a gay bar?"

See what had happened was that while living in San Diego (6 years ago) I worked for my Uncle who had this…

Go Fido Go Pet Care & Concierge
Neighborhood: Mission Hills

3155 Ibis Lane
San Diego, CA 92103

Chloe W. writes: Hi, I am the owner of Go Fido Go. I live in the Mission Hills area and service Hillcrest, Mission Hills, Bankers Hill, Old Town, South and North Park, Downtown and many other areas.

Go Fido Go Pet Concierge is a family owned and operated team of…

Kung Food Express Cafe
Neighborhood: Banker's Hill

2949 5th Ave
San Diego, CA 92103

Carlos R. writes: Yes!  I love this place because it's the only fast food vegan restaurant that I know of.  The food is excellent, and I personally love their sandwiches and wraps.

Free internet access and a nice cozy place to relax while dining out.

Great food is…

First Unitarian Universalist Church

4190 Front St
San Diego, CA 92103

Lucas N. writes: First UU is likely an excellent place to worship, but that's generally not my bag and so I wouldn't really know. What I do know is that it has become an indispensable piece of grassroots political activism in San Diego in the past seven years.…

El Indio
Neighborhood: Mission Hills

3695 India St
San Diego, CA 92103

Ari H. writes: While I'm "visiting" San Diego Yelp, thought that I, too, would shout a loud, raucous Yelp El Indio's way, Rocco B.

Sigh.  The childhood memories flood....  

Waiting in line FOR-EV-ER.  

Not minding because I got to peek over the counter and watch the…

VCA Hillcrest Animal Center of San Diego
Neighborhood: Hillcrest

246 W Washington St
San Diego, CA 92103

Chloe W. writes: VCA in Hillcrest is a wonderful Vet. I have been taking my dog there for sometime now and have always been very happy with their obvious commitment to pet care. The best part is once you leave the doctor calls you the next day to check up and make…

Ray's Tennis Shop
Neighborhood: Hillcrest

1434 University Ave
San Diego, CA 92103

Mick G. writes: I do not play tennis.
Never have.
If I did, though, this is THE place I would go.
It has such an old school feel, a mom and pop vibe, and knowledge seems almost palpable in the spaces between the racks of clothing, shoes, rackets, and whatnot.
Very cool…

Living Room Coffeehouse
Neighborhood: Hillcrest

1417 University Ave
San Diego, CA 92103

Sara M. writes: I am incredibly saddened this place is gone.
Whimper, whimper, whine, whine.
Although the other Living Rooms in SD are neat, I feel a long, lost connection to the one that had my hear and soul.

Inn At the Park
Neighborhood: Banker's Hill

3167 5th Ave
San Diego, CA 92103

Marisol C. writes: After inhaling 88 some odd ounces of slurpee, Ruggy wanted to go to Nunu's...but Daye suggested going to Inn at the Park. It was right across the street from where we were dropped off, so there were at least 8 of us that were game.

The owner was…

Taang Records
Neighborhood: Hillcrest

3830 5th Ave
San Diego, CA 92103

anthony b. writes: Taang Records... Your complete one stop shop for everything Punk Rock.  Taang stocks rare vinyl selections and new stuff too...So go visit Taang and then grab a six pack.

Street Machine
Neighborhood: Gaslamp

924 5th Ave
San Diego, CA 92101

Edgar N. writes: After hearing this is the place to get the notorious "SD Logo w/Crown" shirt, I decided to swing in for some new threads for Street Scene.

The word I would use to describe this place? Dope.

I found myself making mental notes of different shirts to pick…

Sidebar
Neighborhood: East Village, Gaslamp

536 Market St
San Diego, CA 92101

Grace K. writes: I hereby declare that on one particular night last week (Wednesday), for about 45 minutes  - -  hands down, I was THE HOTTEST GIRL AT THIS BAR.

THE HOTTEST.

(What I am leaving out, that you really don't need to know, is that for that portion of  the…

Ivy Hotel
Neighborhood: Gaslamp

600 F St
San Diego, CA 92101

Miss Josephine Z. writes: *UPDATE 06/05/07*
This is what earned them another star: Everytime I come here, I have a blast. I have never paid a cover charge or a drink att this establishment thanks to my friends who work there or buy bottle service. I love this place. I feel…

The Keating Hotel
Neighborhood: Gaslamp

432 F Street
San Diego, CA 92101

Joe G. writes: I stayed at The Keating for a night this week while on a business trip. They're still in their "soft launch" phase, but everything was in order: the staff was exceedingly pleasant and helpful, the room was beautiful, comfortable, and stylish, and the…

Future of Style
Neighborhood: Gaslamp

740 5th Avenue, Suite B
San Diego, CA 92101

christine l. writes: big up to dimas and erika!!!

the hottest, trendiest, sexiest store owners i know! they carry things that you want to buy but dont know where you can get it. i almost hate giving it a review cause i like being the only one to rock the gear they have…

The Sofia Hotel

150 West Broadway
San Diego, CA 92101

stephy s. writes: If you like beige, you will like this hotel.

I, however, detest the color beige and all things beige-like, so for me this place just isn't really my thing decor wise, but it has served its purpose. The rooms (or at least mine) are quite tiny and there…

Southwest Liquor
Neighborhood: Chula Vista

939 Otay Lakes Rd
Chula Vista, CA 91913

Richie C. writes: I was just a tad impressed with their selection. I opted for a litre of Beer Chang (Thai beer) for $2.99 and some beef jerky.

A couple days ago, I saw a guy getting arrested from this place. I figured SW Liquor has got to be my kinda place after…

The Treatery
Neighborhood: Chula Vista

1392 E Palomar St., #405
Chula Vista, CA 91913

Blanca L. writes: I love coming here when I'm on a junk food craze, and even when I'm not on a junk food craze. The Treatery has treats for everyone, whether you want to indulge to the extreme or treat yourself without feeling guilty

You'll find several flavors if ice…

Peter Dietze Jr, MD
Neighborhood: Chula Vista

Sharp Rees-Stealy Medical Group
1400 E Palomar St
Chula Vista, CA 91913

michealle r. writes: He runs late a lot because he is off delivering babies a lot of the time, or performing emergency c-sections, but he is well worth the wait. This doctor is patient, gentle, and compassionate. He makes it a point to meet with his patients and to…

Jose Doria - State Farm

830 Starboard St
Chula Vista, CA 91914

Gary D. writes: Jose Doria has been my agent now for eight years and I've never been happier. He makes claims painless and the multi-policy discounts are superb. Even though I now reside in Escondido I refuse to go anywhere else for my insurance needs.

Borders

878 Eastlake Pkwy
Ste#710
Chula Vista, CA 91914

Sara B. writes: I love bookstores.
I'm really a bookworm at heart.
I'm trying to get my kiddo to be a reader, so we spend a lot of time here.  We usually kick-it in the kids section and it's pretty cool to just be able to sit on the floor and look at books.

PRO:…

Golden Spoon Frozen Yogurt
Neighborhood: Chula Vista

872 Eastlake Pkwy
Suite 410
Chula Vista, CA 91914

Warren W. writes: Brand-spankin' NEW!  So new, they were giving it out for free!  So after dinner at Trophy's, the Missus and I jumped into the very long line (lots of people like free dessert, apparently), and politely waited our turn.  

They've got quite a few…

Sushiya Restaurant
Neighborhood: Chula Vista

2015 Birch Rd
Chula Vista, CA 91915

Twila G. writes: I live in Eastlake, so I was really excited to try this place!  I've been there quite a few times, and I'll definitely go again because I love sushi and it's our best local bet.  Good sushi, but not the best.  The service is usually a little slow.…

Eastlake High School
Neighborhood: Chula Vista

1120 Eastlake Pkwy
Chula Vista, CA 91915

Monica M. writes: i graduated from here. have to say that my experience wasn't completely horrible and i'm not bitter. mr. reyes and mrs. romero were the best teachers EVER! :]

J & J Drain and Sewer Inc

Chula Vista, CA 91915

Aileen T. writes: We had a leaky bathroom faucet. We tried doing a quick fix ourselves with no luck. It's 9pm, and faucet is leaking like crazy. So we call these guys up, and they're able to come an hour later!  They have extremely reasonable prices as well. They're…

Melt Gelato

2015 Birch Road
Chula Vista, CA 91915

Gothikrose a. writes: I recently found out about the Otay Town Center and went to check it out.  My friend and I saw this store on the corner and had to try it.

When walking in, you see a nice display full of big tubs of Gelato! I purchased a small white chocolate…

Banana Republic
Neighborhood: Chula Vista

2015 Birch Rd
Chula Vista, CA 91915

scott p. writes: Oh hey it's another Banana Republic- just like every other BR in the world.  The sale room was well stocked, and they had alot of stuff on sale that paid full price for at the Horton Plaza store a month or two ago.  Seems like this would be a good…

Rubio's Fresh Mexican Grill
Neighborhood: Chula Vista

1480 Eastlake Pkwy
#901
Chula Vista, CA 91915

C B. writes: Thank the Lord they brought back the crispy shrimp tacos! OMGoodness! The bomb kid! They are extra yummy if you order them on corn torillas, and add the chipotle salsa. Oh good greatness! The shrimp burritos are also the best here. The staff at this…

Arco Olympic Training Center
Neighborhood: Chula Vista

2800 Olympic Pkwy
Chula Vista, CA 91915

Matt R. writes: Ooh, a well-kept secret.  (Til now.)

It's the US Olympic Committee's only warm-weather year-round multi-sport training facility, and it's right here in our own desert.  No, you can't just go there and smack baseballs on their pretty fields.  But it's…

Bank Of America
Neighborhood: Chula Vista

2295 Otay Lakes Rd
Chula Vista, CA 91915

Alissandra L. writes: Normally, I don't care about banks. I don't care about banks, because money is the devil.

But, I've had a savings account  and CDs with Bank of America since I was 13. I've used other banks that have screwed me over in stupid, irrelevant, useless…

Otay Lakes County Park
Neighborhood: Chula Vista

2270 Wueste Rd
Chula Vista, CA 91915

Erin C. writes: I had my wedding reception at Otay Lakes County Park this weekend, and it was absolutely beautiful!  The rest of the county was cloudy and ugly, and this park was gorgeous all day.  The park ranger and the maintinence people were extremely polite and…

Otay Mountain Truck Trail

Campo Road & Cottonwood Creek Road
Dulzura, CA 91917

Steve R. writes: A fun ride along this 4x4 trail that the Border Patrol uses to get between Hwy 94 and the border. This trail goes up quite high on some narrow roads where barely two vehicles can get by one another. They really should make it one way.

We had to help…

Giant Pizza King

1070 13th St
Imperial Beach, CA 91932

Tomas H. writes: Good Philly Cheese Steak.

This is the one to go for for the sandwiches.

Pizzas are good but not as good as the one on sixth and Palm.

US Open Sandcastle Competition

Imperial Beach, CA 91933

Ryan C. writes: This was so much fun!!  This event attracts people of all ages; supposedly there were about 20,000 people in attendance this past weekend..  There is an amateur competition and a masters competition - both were equally impressive!  Several vendors…

Caffe Salotto
Neighborhood: Chula Vista

2240 Otay Lakes Rd Ste 303
Chula Vista, CA 91915

Maryanne R. writes: Well I used to come here quite frequently, to study, check my e-mail (they have two computers with internet access), or to meet friends.  There's always a nice breeze coming in through the front doors.

The coffee is mediocre and I wouldn't eat here…

Wells Fargo
Neighborhood: Chula Vista

2250 Otay Lakes Rd
Chula Vista, CA 91915

rhea j. writes: are you sad because it's christmas eve and you're working, dear teller? sorry that i asked for a ridiculous request such as $300 dollars in ones.

anyway, so i didn't want to be haggled with having "CASH" as the name, so i figured that i'd use the…

Barrett Junction Cafe & Mercantile

1020 Barrett Lake Rd
Highway 94 at Barrett Lake Rd
Dulzura, CA 91917

Aaron R. writes: Picture a country dance hall, meets country dive bar, meets disneyland, meets country store, meets hillbilly hell, and you've got yourself the Barret Junction Cafe.
Located on HWY 94 just two miles north of the Mexico/US line is the tiny town of…

South Bay Drugs
Neighborhood: Imperial Beach

779 Palm Ave
Imperial Beach, CA 91932

Jon B. writes: I'm almost afraid to write up this review in fear of letting the cat out of the bag...

It's a little known secret that Imperial Beach houses two liquor stores that easily send BevMo running for the cellar.  The first being South Bay Drug and Liquor,…

Tijuana River National Estuarine Research Reserve
Neighborhood: Imperial Beach

301 Caspian Way
Imperial Beach, CA 91932

Mason T. writes: Late one night, Imperial Beach, Mace is playing some Play Station at a friends apartment. The location is prime, the South end of Sea Coast. Bordering Mexico, the Pacific, I.B. to the North, and the Estuary to the East. His friends are outside and a…