Concierge Picks: Rochalle Racine, Tower 23 Hotel

by Erin Chambers - Citysearch Editor - 9,287 Reviews - 164 Lists

Updated: November 17, 2008

They've tried all the restaurants, can get you on any club's list, and keep the city's top stylists on speed dial. Talk about being connected. And now San Diego's most elite hotel concierges are spilling some of their insider knowledge out to you. This week we caught up with Rochalle at Tower 23 to see what's on her radar:

On this page:Where to go for the big meal?, Where to go for a budget meal?, Where to go for a hip scene?, Where to go for casual drinks?, Where she goes for takeout, Where she goes on her day off, Where she takes out-of-town guests.

Where to go for the big meal?

Jordan Restaurant
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723 Felspar St, San Diego, CA 92109 (map)

"JRDN, of course. Sweeping ocean views, a fire pit and award-winning cuisine make it special for any occasion."
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Where to go for a budget meal?

Where to go for a hip scene?

Tower23 Hotel
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723 Felspar St, San Diego, CA 92109 (map)

"Drinks on JRDN's patio at Tower23 Hotel--try the raspberry mojito, yum!"
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Where to go for casual drinks?

Moondoggies Pacific Beach
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832 Garnet Ave, San Diego, CA 92109 (map)

"Hands down Moondoggies on Garnet--I love the Tuesday Comedy Night!"
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Where she goes for takeout

Cafe 976
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976 Felspar St, San Diego, CA 92109 (map)

"Cafe 976 and Vegan Zone have great options for healthy lunches."
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Where she goes on her day off

San Diego Zoo
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2920 Zoo Dr, San Diego, CA 92101 (map)

"I hang out on the beach or walk through Balboa Park and the Zoo."
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Where she takes out-of-town guests

Cabrillo National Monument
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1800 Cabrillo Memorial Dr, San Diego, CA 92106 (map)

"I love the views and it's an economical option because the tickets are good for a week. I also love Wind and Sea beach."
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