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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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