La Playa Living: What to See & Eat in Point Loma

Updated: January 27, 2009

From restaurants to walking trails, find out why many deem Point Loma's coastal community one of San Diego's last little gems.

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Point Loma Restaurants

  1. 1 Sail Ho Bar & Grill
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    2960 Sellars Dr, San Diego, CA 92110 (map)

    A perfect spot for post-golf grub or skipping the back nine to catch the game on the huge flat screen.

  2. 2 3.5 Star Rating: Average La Scala Italian Restaurant
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    1101 Scott St, San Diego, CA 92106 (map)

    Italian favorites like lasagna and ravioli served in a cozy, Point Loma setting by waiters who frequently burst into song.

  3. 3 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Miguel's Cocina
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    2912 Shelter Island Dr, San Diego, CA 92106 (map)

    Local Mexican food chain offers tasty, stiff margaritas and traditional south-of-the-border menu.

  4. 4 4 Star Rating: Recommended Bali Hai Restaurant
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    2230 Shelter Island Dr, San Diego, CA 92106 (map)

    Polynesian-themed restaurant at the tip of Shelter Island offers unparalleled bay and city skyline views and a famous Sunday brunch.

  5. 5 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended Roseville Restaurant
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    1125 Rosecrans Street, San Diego, CA 92106 (map)

    Point Loma's neighborhood brasserie blends French classics with lighter, local seafood selections in an upscale, rustic space.

  6. 6 4 Star Rating: Recommended Pizza Nova
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    5050 N Harbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92106 (map)

    Friendly neighborhood joint offers a gourmet twist on pizza, pasta and salad favorites.

  7. 7 Tender Greens
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    2400 Historic Decatur Rd, San Diego, CA 92101 (map)

    Organic produce, all-natural meat and other farm fresh ingredients make for "green eating" at Liberty Station's bright, bustling cafe.

  8. 8 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Old Venice Italian Rstrnt Cffe
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    2910 Canon St, San Diego, CA 92106 (map)

    Hidden Point Loma patio glows with charm, strung lights, and a classic Italian menu with Sinatra serenading in the background.

  9. 9 3.5 Star Rating: Average The Pearl Hotel
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    1410 Rosecrans St, San Diego, CA 92106 (map)

    Mid-century modern design and a hip lounge scene bring this classic Point Loma motel back into vogue on Rosecrans with a cool, seasonal small plates menu.

  10. 10 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended Point Loma Seafoods
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    2805 Emerson St, San Diego, CA 92106 (map)

    Legendary fresh fish market tosses up the day's catch Pike's Market-style right off the boats, plus custom party trays and sushi.

  11. 11 2.5 Star Rating: Below Average Red Sails Inn
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    2614 Shelter Island Dr, San Diego, CA 92106 (map)

    Locals are practically on the dock when eating on the back patio at this friendly Shelter Island breakfast spot on the harbor.

  12. 12 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Pomodoro
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    2833 Avenida De Portugal, San Diego, CA 92106 (map)

    Small Italian trattoria tucked into La Playa serves simple Italian classics on an outdoor patio strung with twinkle lights.

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  1. 13 4 Star Rating: Recommended Sail Ho Golf Club
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    2960 Truxtun Rd, San Diego, CA 92106 (map)

    Nine-hole, par-3 course at the north end of Liberty Station with practice facilities, a clubhouse, pro-shop and bar and grill.

  2. 14 4 Star Rating: Recommended Henry's Marketplace
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    3315 Rosecrans St, San Diego, CA 92110 (map)

    Farm-fresh produce, all natural foods and vitamins, plus a deli serving soups, sandwiches and hot entrees

  3. 15 3 Star Rating: Average Con Pane Rustic Breads & Cafe
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    1110 Rosecrans St, San Diego, CA 92106 (map)

    Popular bakery serves fresh-baked breads, scones, cinnamon rolls and sandwiches to take out or eat at sidewalk tables.

  4. 16 3 Star Rating: Average Fashion Nails
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    1333 Rosecrans St, San Diego, CA 92106 (map)

    Friendly Point Loma nail salon offers standrad manis and pedis with the option for spa upgrades.

  5. 17 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Cabrillo National Monument
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    1800 Cabrillo Memorial Dr, San Diego, CA 92106 (map)

    Awesome ocean views, hiking trails, tide pools, and a famous lighthouse lure visitors to this scenic national park.

  6. 18 4 Star Rating: Recommended Humphrey's Half Moon Inn & Suites
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    2303 Shelter Island Dr, San Diego, CA 92106 (map)

    Intimate resort hotel offers marina and downtown in close proximity to the airport, city attractions and the famous outdoor concert series.