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Mimi & Red Boutique
Neighborhood: North Park

3032 University Ave
San Diego, CA 92104

Mari C. writes: i'm editing this review:

at first there was craziness and drama. then it was all sorted out and i'm raising this review to a 3 star because of michelle's excellent customer service.

i wasn't super impressed by the selection. they're not breaking any…

Lou's Records

434 N Coast Highway 101
Encinitas, CA 92024

Todd P. writes: Lou's closing???

I've been hearing rumors.
Due to increasing computer downloads, (thanks i Tunes) being the cause of decreased CD sales and possibly the demise of the best music store ever to grace us with it's existence.

Say it isn't so. PLEASE!
I…

Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego

700 Prospect St
La Jolla, CA 92037

Jackie C. writes: I'm not going to lie, I always thought of contemporary art as being really "weird." I still kind of do, but after going to this museum I feel like I have a better appreciation of this style of art. Some of the museum's rotating art pieces are really…

Balboa Park
Neighborhood: Balboa Park

1549 El Prado
San Diego, CA 92101

Erin O. writes: Attention: Cheap Loners!

Are you anti-social? Short on cash? I hear ya, buddy; me too. Here's the formula for a perfect San Diego day sans company and cash flow.

Drive to Balboa Park. Park behind the organ pavilion. I swear, there is ALWAYS parking…

Ace Hardware
Neighborhood: Hillcrest

1007 University Ave
San Diego, CA 92103

Ethan H. writes: This place is exactly what you'd expect a place called "The Gay Hardware Store" to be. It's everything a hardware store should have plus tons and tons of gayness. I think it's about the best thing out there. If I were gay, I might like it even more.…

Kate Ross
Neighborhood: North Park

3013 University Ave
San Diego, CA 92104

Ali E. writes: Love the dress I bought at Kate Ross today. Going to a wedding and wanted something original and within my budget. I'll wear this dress over and over again - it's timeless.

I like how the selection of clothing is well thought out that there's no…

Adams Avenue Book Store
Neighborhood: Normal Heights

3502 Adams Ave
San Diego, CA 92116

Andy C. writes: I WANT TO LIVE HERE!!!!

All the books here in this shop are so amazing!!

I came in here today after having lunch with fellow yelpper, Abigail G, and we had a little field day in this store. After walking around for the first maybe 5 minutes, I found…

Kensington Video
Neighborhood: Kensington

4067 Adams Ave
San Diego, CA 92116

jessica z. writes: I figured, before I sit down to watch the video I just rented from them, maybe I should do a little shout out and give them props for being one of the greatest independent video stores I've ever seen.

Usually, these indie stores are small. As well…

Bubby's Gelato

937 S Coast Highway 101
Encinitas, CA 92024

Laura F. writes: I gained 17 lb. in the 6 months I worked here; the gelato is tasty, the flavors exciting, and spoon are tiny. Without combining them, DONT miss out on the homemade chocolate fudge drizzled on the ice cream or the garlic sauce they put on the…

Coast Hwy Traders

530 S Coast Hwy 101
Encinitas, CA 92024

Sarah L. writes: This place is my Day of the Dead GO TO Spot.... Affordable? And How! From jewelry and purses and keychains... to tables and chairs, candles and decorations, Coast Hwy Traders has it All - for the Dia de Los Muertos freak. This is one of those places…

Warwick's
Neighborhood: La Jolla

7812 Girard Ave
La Jolla, CA 92037

Liza P. writes: YES! Just when Cody's in Berkeley had to move AWAY from where most reading people [ie. students] find themselves, when Kepler's in Menlo Park was within a second of going out of business, here is a FANTASTIC bookstore in the very center of La Jolla!…

Comic-Con International: San Diego

San Diego Convention Center
111 W. Harbor Drive
San Diego, CA 92101

Ian C. writes: Comic-Con International is the single most greatest annual event in San Diego. i look forward to the con more than i do my own birthday. it's a 4 day event (thurs-sun) and is one of the biggest conventions of its kind; people from all over the…

Blick Art Materials
Neighborhood: Little Italy

1844 India St.
San Diego, CA 92101

Allison H. writes: I'm giving up my apartment so I can move in here.

It's cleaner than my apartment. It's brighter than my apartment. It has everything I need. Unlike my apartment, when you walk in, there are people waiting to say hello to you!

Hillcrest Farmer's Market
Neighborhood: Hillcrest

3960 Normal St
Lincoln & Normal-DMV Parking Lot
San Diego, CA 92103

Avery J. writes: How do I love the Hillcrest Farmer's Market? Let me count the ways...

1) I live about a second away. Maybe two, depending on traffic.

2) Once, within the span of 11 minutes flat, I bought six avocados, a fresh baked pie, a bundle of flowers, a funky…

M-Theory Music
Neighborhood: Mission Hills

915 W Washington St
San Diego, CA 92103

Tiffany S. writes: I love M Theory for keeping record store culture alive. In a time when big daddy Goliath Tower Record is liquidating, and the mp3 playlist has almost replaced the album, M Theory doesn't make me feel stupod for buying CD's. On top of that, they have…

Cohabitat
Neighborhood: Hillcrest

1433 University Ave
San Diego, CA 92103

Jenna G. writes: This is a place I walk down to just for the hell of it. I have bought so much stuff here it's ridiculous! I bought stuff to decorate with at my wedding, since it was a mix between Indian and Asian it worked out great! I love so many things in here! I…

Mesh
Neighborhood: North Park

2980 N Park Way
San Diego, CA 92104

Tanya S. writes: Need something unique? Stop in here!
This is a great place to find something to splurge on. The clothes are very cute/hip and the jewelry is beautiful.
The owner is always very friendly and helpful.
Without Mesh I can't be rocking my gama-go…

Apple Store
Neighborhood: Linda Vista

Fashion Valley
7007 Friars Rd
San Diego, CA 92108

Ed to the M. writes: Kids these days are too fucking cool for school. I have three younger cousins - a freshmen in college, a senior in high school, and a junior in high school. You know what I got for Christmas when I was that age? Fucking underwear and socks,…

Target
Neighborhood: La Mesa

5500 Grossmont Ctr Dr
La Mesa, CA 91942

Tracy C. writes: This is by far the most organized and stocked Target I have been to and they've got lots of Hello Kitty stuff. Hooray!

Pannikin Coffee & Tea

510 N Coast Highway 101
Encinitas, CA 92024

Marc N. writes: DO I wait until I'm a regular before reviewing Pannikin or do I dive in right now while the initial impression is still fresh in my mind?
OR - do I put myself in some hypothetical future where I'm now a Pannikin regular and I'm back on Yelp writing a…

San Diego Bike Shop
Neighborhood: Downtown

619 C St
San Diego, CA 92101

andre' d. writes: real. one of the real deals.

i like these guys. and to be honest i wasn't sure this place would be my kind of shop. we dress different, but have the same goal. they want to make me happy when i retrieve my bicycle and i want to make them happy by…

L'occitane
Neighborhood: Linda Vista

7007 Friars Rd
San Diego, CA 92108

Julie G. writes: Two reasons why French women are so sensual: French Lingerie and L'occitane en Provence skin care. Shall I say more? Shea Butter is the secret ingredient.

Fashion Valley
Neighborhood: Linda Vista

7007 Friars Rd
San Diego, CA 92108

Courtney W. writes: Daddy's plastic required.

Casa De Bandini
Neighborhood: Old Town

2660 Calhoun St
San Diego, CA 92110

Lauren S. writes: Hell yes!
Big Ass Margaritas!
Bottomless Chips!
Even while you wait you can dine on these delicious treats.

They have an outdoor patio that has tons of seating that everyone wants. They also have an indoor seating area that has tons of seating that…

Amvets Thrift Store
Neighborhood: Middletown

3441 Sutherland St
San Diego, CA 92110

Jay D. writes: It's like a garage sale, but without the haggling. Don't be shy. Everyone has passed through here. Definitely hidden gems everywhere. Including! - a lusty child's bike helmet - too small for mah head.

oh hai! i need you for a YeP event.

just…

Peohe's
Neighborhood: Coronado

1201 1st St
Coronado, CA 92118

Miss Vanessa T. writes: I have only been here once for my office's Christmas party/luncheon. We were pleased with the service and the food was okay. Not necessarily the best in my opinion but the bill must have been huge for around 20 individuals. I am very glad I did not…

The WineSellar & Brasserie
Neighborhood: Mira Mesa

9550 Waples St
Ste 115
San Diego, CA 92121

Denise L. writes: Is it just me????????

or have about 10 people reviewed this place in the last hour?

and they all have reviewed ONLY this place!

Look at the dates!

HOW VERY ODD! One might even question it!

Never been there! I just got a message though that they're…

Citizen Video
Neighborhood: South Park

2207 Fern St.
San Diego, CA 92184

Freeshaw F. writes: Like interesting films that can test your intellect? Maybe you like horror films like Blacula or an indie film no one has ever heard of? Foreign is an option along with hard to find Japanese/Korean films. LGBT films are falling from the sky! Along…

Flashbacks Recycled Fashions
Neighborhood: Hillcrest

3847 5th Ave
San Diego, CA 92103

ruggy j. writes: Me likey Flashbacks.

I go here all the time. Kinda sad, yes...but I don't wanna miss out on that next great gem. Like the Whitney Houston "I Will Always Love You" t-shirt I bought from there last week. How could I pass that baby up?

I probably frequent…

OB Farmer's Market
Neighborhood: Ocean Beach

Newport Ave
between Cable St and Bacon St
San Diego, CA 92106

brooke f. writes: Mangos with chili powder on a stick, south of the border style. Made to order crepes brought to you by a hot singing Frenchman. Veggie tamales and fresh limeade. Local and organic produce galore. The Yerba Mate crew with an amazing set up. Fresh and…

Ocean Beach Farmer's Market
Neighborhood: Ocean Beach

Newport Avenue
San Diego, CA 92107

Tiffany A. writes: This is definately one of my favorite things to do in San Diego... Besides the lack of parking (no big surprise), there is nothing bad that can be said about it. A wide variety of products: beautiful flowers, art, fresh fish, jewelery, pasta…

Borders Books Music & Cafe

1072 Camino Del Rio N
San Diego, CA 92108

Matt R. writes: *Terrific* dumpster offers cardboard boxes, *free*, to meet most of your moving needs. Boxes are the right size for lifting, so you won't hurt your back. Really good size for, say, books.

Said dumpster is behind the store. Dumpster does NOT smell…

Nordstrom Rack

1640 Camino Del Rio N.
San Diego, CA 92108

Viola P. writes: Nordstrom Rack is, well, a wreck. It's completely chaotic and you must understand that just because a rack says it is sizes 8-12, does not necessarily make it so!

You have to look everywhere, keep a sharp eye open, grasshopper, you are outlet…

Cal Coast Bicycles
Neighborhood: University Heights

3020 Adams Ave
San Diego, CA 92116

Allison H. writes: Cal Coast is like that guy friend you have that you love to death, but just can't date. You want to date him, really, he's the greatest, he just doesn't have what you want. Sorry, Cal Coast, I couldn't buy a bike from you!

Really friendly, low…

Sugar Ltd
Neighborhood: Normal Heights

3723 Adams Ave
San Diego, CA 92116

Jackie S. writes: It is a really cute boutique , it is small but you don't need alot of space for the great selection they do have plus its right around the block from me very convenient.

Magpie Boutique and Gallery
Neighborhood: South Park

2205 Fern St
San Diego, CA 92184

Nick C. writes: It's small but everything in it is unique. It's where I got my favorite shirt and I only paid $15 for it.

I once asked a girl there if I could put up a flyer for a craft fair my work was having. She said it would be fine, but when I was walking by…

Quail Botanical Gardens

230 Quail Gardens Dr
Encinitas, CA 92024

Tina C. writes: Why haven't I ever been here? This place is so relaxing and absolutely wonderful. Planting seeds for the kiddies, botanical gardens throughout, waterfalls, bridges, fruit trees. Ahhh yes, the fruit trees. I have to admit it was very hard for me…

Environgentle

543 S Coast Hwy 101
Encinitas, CA 92024

Marisa F. writes: I love the IDEA of this place. Everything so plush and green and healthy and anti-Bush and whatnot.

but what's up with all that 'good' stuff being so frigging pricey??

c'mon- like I can afford 4 dollar toilet paper? (time for a rant) how come all of…

Access Music
Neighborhood: Pacific Beach

1537 Garnet Ave
San Diego, CA 92109

Erin C. writes: Simply put, Access is the best underground hip hop shop I've found in SD. It's just a small spot with a ton of awesome vinyl. They have the info on everything going down in the hip hop scene, and they often have in-store performances. If you're…

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