Einstein Bros Bagels
Neighborhood: Clairemont

5650 Balboa Ave # 105
San Diego, CA 92111

Christophe J. writes: This chain serves up one of my all time favorite sandwiches, the "veg out".  Now, ...this plate is supposed to come with a pickle spear which is a perfect complement to the sandwich, I recommend every other bite to be the pickle, or potato salad…

Flavor Thai Restaurant
Neighborhood: Kearny Mesa

4768 Convoy St
San Diego, CA 92111

Vicky L. writes: Pretty good Thai food for being on Convoy. It's in a converted Taco Bell so look for the characteristic half circle windows and when you walk in, you'll see the old take out window to the left. Ambience is candle lit at night, so it can be a little…

The Miramar Recycling Center
Neighborhood: Kearny Mesa

5165 Convoy St
San Diego, CA 92111

Chris K. writes: What a dump! Sorry. I had to make a joke.

This place runs a good business. They're efficient and, of course, helpful to the environment. You can bring anything here to recycle. I've brought a fax machine, an old computer, keyboard, mouse and the…

Pho Convoy
Neighborhood: Kearny Mesa

4647 Convoy St
San Diego, CA 92111

Roger M. writes: I eat at this place from time to time as my friends always love coming here for the pho.  

Parking is a hassle in here, as there are a few restaurants located in this small lot.  There is never a wait each time I came, and the service here is ok.…

Shanghai City Restaurant
Neighborhood: Kearny Mesa

3860 Convoy St Ste 105
San Diego, CA 92111

Gothikrose a. writes: I've been going to this place for about three yrs ..

They are always consistent! Friendly service! I like the decor and the booths are comfy

My favorite dish is chicken in garlic sauce and they make the best and very hot - hot n sour soup! I've never…

Pho T Cali
Neighborhood: Kearny Mesa

7351 Clairemont Mesa Boulevard
San Diego, CA 92111

stephen l. writes: I used to go to this joint with some friends of mine but something weird happened the last time I went...

*cue ride of the valkyries*

"I love the smell of napalm in the morning. You know, one time we had a hill bombed, for 12 hours. When it was all…

Parsian International Market and Deli
Neighborhood: Kearny Mesa

4020 Convoy St
San Diego, CA 92111

Mari C. writes: huge, HUGE selection. any pickled vegetable you could want, all sorts of jams, ready to make mixes, ice cream/faloudeh, frosted almonds, yaz, toot, and other assorted pastries and sweets as well as fresh produce.

i haven't tried the deli, but the…

Arirang House Restaurant
Neighborhood: Kearny Mesa

4681 Convoy St Ste B
San Diego, CA 92111

Tanya E. writes: Korean buffet...Wow.  I havent been able to eat so many delicious traditional dishes since I was a kid when all the korean ladies would gather for church on sundays and make their best.  

Back in the day, they used to have buses of korean tourists…

Discount Tire Co of So Calif
Neighborhood: Kearny Mesa

3935 Convoy St
San Diego, CA 92111

Alissandra L. writes: Usually Discount Tires rocks, but I'm taking off a star for being closed today on Sunday - the day I needed you most, DT.....

REI
Neighborhood: Kearny Mesa

5556 Copley Dr
San Diego, CA 92111

Walker S. writes: REI has quality outdoor products with a goal of 100% customer satisfaction.  REI is a cooperative with a membership rebate at year end.  You are not required to be a member to shop and they do not check your membership card at the door.  The REI…

Tsuruhashi Japanese BBQ
Neighborhood: Kearny Mesa

3904 Convoy Street
San Diego, CA 92111

Jane L. writes: Delicious!
I love it here...ive been many times and always want to take ppl who've never been.
***Remember:  If you go during busy hours, leave your cell # and they will call you when the table is ready if you'd like to leave and come back =)

First off…

Carmen's Linda Vista Mexican Food
Neighborhood: Linda Vista

7152 Linda Vista Rd
San Diego, CA 92111

Erin C. writes: I had Carmen's today for the first time, and it was worth it.  I used to go to Kearny High School, and I  had never paid it much attention, but I'm glad I did.  The food reminds me of a home-cooked meal.   The meat is plentiful, everything is fresh,…

Roberto's Taco Shop
Neighborhood: Kearny Mesa

4403 Convoy Street
San Diego, CA 92111

Resa W. writes: Not gonna lie, this place is shoddy. And shady. Cleanliness is pretty questionable, and I've known more than one person who has had an unpleasant case of the stomach flu. The first time I ate a carne asada burrito here (sober), I was like... uh,…

Emerald Chinese

3709 Convoy St
Ste 101
San Diego, CA 92111

Ed to the M. writes: My first car.  My first kiss.  The Prom.  Graduation.  The SATs.  The skinny envelopes from colleges.  Going back to my hometown of San Diego always makes me feel like I'm regressing back to my high school days, and despite the fact that I haven't…

99 Ranch Market
Neighborhood: Kearny Mesa

7330 Clairemont Mesa Blvd
San Diego, CA 92111

Tiffany S. writes: The only thing I don't like about this place is that I have an irrational fear of doing something dumb/culturally insensitive or asking a stupid question and being reprimanded by an angry old Chinese woman.

Otherwise, this place is bliss, much of it…

Chilies Thai Gourmet
Neighborhood: Kearny Mesa

3904 Convoy St Ste 105
San Diego, CA 92111

Jennifer A. writes: Very teeny tiny thai place.  When my boyfriend and I visited there was no one in the place at all.  That's not to say their food stinks, because it doesn't.  Very tasty...and not to oily and overbearing.  Service was friendly and we always got our…

Bale French Sandwich Shop
Neighborhood: Linda Vista

6937 Linda Vista Rd Ste C
San Diego, CA 92111

Chris B. writes: Yes, I think this one is my favorite place for banh mi.. Bale has the honor of being my  "first time." I still remember that day of serendipity. Crisp bread, Vietnamese mystery meats, jalapenos and other assorted tangy vegetables converging into my…

Macy's

1702 Camino Del Rio N
San Diego, CA 92108

Refugio G. writes: This has always been my go-to store for hidden gems of clothing and shoes.  

Timothy in the suit department has also helped me out a lot when it has come to picking out suits that would fit me well and avoiding total disasters.  I went to him saying I…

Chevys Fresh Mex

1202 Camino Del Rio N
San Diego, CA 92108

David O. writes: Whenever you visit family, you face certain hurdles.   My wife and I both love to come down to San Diego, but we always get apprehensive about splitting our time between her family and mine.   Both of us would love for it to be a giant lovefest, but…

Chevys Fresh Mex Restaurant

1202 Camino Del Rio N
San Diego, CA 92108

Bruce C. writes: People who complain that Chevy's isn't "authentic" enough are also likely to label Disneyland as "too touristy". Do you think? When half a pick-up truck is sticking out of the ceiling at the entrance, you're either in a standard American theme…

Tiffany & Co
Neighborhood: Linda Vista

7007 Friars Rd Ste 642
San Diego, CA 92108

Miss Josephine Z. writes: Tiffany's outlandish prices for their sterling silver jewelry makes me cringe.
It's downright ridiculously preposterous.

But if the bright blue box is presented to me, its difficult hiding a smile.

If you were ever an employee for Tiffany's, you're one…

Sombrero Mexican Food
Neighborhood: Mission Valley

8590 Rio San Diego Dr
Ste 108
San Diego, CA 92108

Brianna S. writes: Best breakfast burrito in San Diego...and I've tried a lot of them.

Dairy Queen Karmalcorn Orange Julius

1640 Camino Del Rio N
San Diego, CA 92108

Vicky L. writes: Love the soft serve, love the mix ins and smoothies they offer here. They even offer Orange Julius! Brings back memories of going to the Science Center food court in Seattle as a kid!

Benihana

477 Camino Del Rio S
San Diego, CA 92108

Denise L. writes: I was just sitting in class and  piece of beef jerky was stuck between my molars and achin' like the devil.  It hurt... I panic, shift around uncomfortably in my seat, *gulp*.  

My plan: grab the stalest, stift-ist piece of beef jerky and poke out…

Harry & David
Neighborhood: Linda Vista

7007 Friars Rd
Ste 675
San Diego, CA 92108

Vicky L. writes: I constantly find myself in here when I need to go to a potluck or a housewarming and I didn't have time to cook something. They have amazing cheesecakes and a great moose crunch. Their preserves and jams are also very good.

Prices can be a little…

Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf
Neighborhood: Mission Valley

925 Camino De La Reina
San Diego, CA 92108

Teej T. writes: As a self-admitted pretentious bastard, I, as a rule, do not generally enjoy the Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf.  However, after a week of grueling work basically beat me into oblivion, I found myself in an escapist mood, wandering the stacks at Borders in…

West Elm
Neighborhood: Mission Valley

5080 Mission Center Rd
San Diego, CA 92108

Monica P. writes: If Ikea furniture were a child and then grew up, became more sophisticated and cultured it would mature into furniture from West Elm.

I ordered my bed from West Elm and I love to flip through the pages of its catalog that comes to my mailbox several…

Robbins Bros
Neighborhood: Mission Valley

7717 Friars Rd
San Diego, CA 92108

Teej T. writes: I was wary of any chain engagement ring store, but I ended up pleasantly surprised by Robbins Bros, and had an awesome time here today.

HOLD UP--Is Teej engaged?  Um, hell no.  I went as moral support for a good friend of mine who is popping the…

Restoration Hardware
Neighborhood: Linda Vista

7007 Friars Rd Ste 860
San Diego, CA 92108

Vicky L. writes: Nice fluffy towels! They offer some of the best "affordable" linens and bath supplies you can find in the mall. If you're willing to shell out for high end sheets, check out Between the Sheets.

Illuminations
Neighborhood: Linda Vista

7007 Friars Rd
Ste 835
San Diego, CA 92108

Vicky L. writes: I love decking out my place with candles. Scented candles, pillar candles, etc. I especially adore scented candles, and Illuminations is to candles as Sephora is to make up. Their fruit scents are juicy, and their florals definately don't have a fake…

MaggieMoo's Ice Cream and Treatery
Neighborhood: Mission Valley

1570 Camino De La Reina
San Diego, CA 92108

Maria T. writes: OMG...  Sign up for their e-mail club.  I actually signed up by filling out the form at the 4S Ranch location, but I just discovered you can sign up on-line through their website.  I received an e-mail coupon for a free ice cream cone for my…

Pacific College of Oriental Medicine
Neighborhood: Mission Valley

7445 Mission Valley Rd
Ste 105
San Diego, CA 92108

Eva L. writes: who isn't in the mood for a $38 acupuncture treatment? suprisingly unknown is this professional college/clinic in the heart of mission valley. students at PCOM receive a four year intensive education, graduate with a masters degree, and learn western…

Chiba Japanese

10435 San Diego Mission Rd
San Diego, CA 92108

Katie F. writes: I came here several months ago with some of the boys in my department to see if we could find decent sushi in Mission Valley after all and was pleasantly surprised. The sushi is nothing to write home about, but I've definitely had far worse (I'm…

Zodiac Restaurant At Neiman Marcus
Neighborhood: Linda Vista

7027 Friars Rd
San Diego, CA 92108

Christina P. writes: Everytime my Mom comes in town for a shopping weekend she demands we go to Zodiac.  It's like walking into a whole different world.  They ask you if you need to check your bags (shopping can be stressful); you look around, and it's everything that…

Kaleo Church

1640 Camino Del Rio N
San Diego, CA 92108

brooke f. writes: Church.... in a movie theater! Who knew?

Kaleo Church meets in a theater at AMC 20 in Mission Valley Center. It may not be your average sanctuary, but God's presence is not to be denied.

I visited Kaleo a year ago after attending a local mega-church…

Pride Surf Skate & Snow
Neighborhood: Ocean Beach

5035 Newport Avenue
San Diego, CA 92107

Paula B. writes: I do really love this store! When I am acting as personal shopper to my guys, this is definitely one of the first stops I make! KILLER RVCA and Volcom gear. Whoever buys now that my girl Jess is gone is doing a bad ass job. To top it off, they have…

Ortegas Tamaleria
Neighborhood: Ocean Beach

4993 Niagara Ave
San Diego, CA 92107

Starlight M. writes: The food is FANTASTIC at Ortega's. Genius tamales, wonderful ceviche and top of the line "chef specials" that melt in your mouth, warm your heart and stir up the sexy Mexican lying dormant in your hips.

The downside? It's often quite warm, full to…