The Balboa

Better Buzz Coffee Roasters is your go-to local chain for delicious coffee and light bites, featuring a drive-thru and a chic vibe that keeps it lively.

No-frills destination serving up a variety of standard Middle Eastern street eats at the counter.

Contemporary rooms in an upscale hotel offering an Italian restaurant & a cafe, plus a gym. Set in Little Italy, this polished hotel is a mile from the vibrant Gaslamp Quarter, 3 miles from the San Diego Zoo and 4 miles from Old Town San Diego State Historic Park. Featuring high-thread-count linens and vintage photographs, the snug, modern rooms offer Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and minifridges. There's a trendy Italian restaurant with a courtyard, and a relaxed cafe. Other amenities include a gym, and a sleek lobby lounge with a fireplace. Spa treatments & continental breakfast are available.

Cheery restaurant serving fresh fish & seafood in tacos, sandwiches & salads, with local microbrews.

This chic, open-kitchen spot offers a stylish take on New American cuisine, perfect for brunch or dinner, and is ideal for a laid-back yet elegant dining experience.

Unadorned gathering place for beer, sports & standard pub grub, plus free pool & arcade games.

Bakery serving upscale donuts with wacky flavor combinations, fried chicken, coffee & cocktails.

Trust offers a cozy, dog-friendly ambiance where inventive New American dishes shine, perfect for sharing with friends over cocktails or wine.

This trendy North Park boutique dazzles with a vibrant array of home goods, indoor plants, and unique gifts that make shopping a joy.