Neighborhood Guide: Mission Beach
By Erin Chambers, City Editor
From surfer hangouts to surfing lessons, here's our definitive guide to Mission Beach.
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Gringo's Cantina y Cocina
4474 Mission Blvd, San Diego, CA
The Pacific Beach Mexican restaurant is the perfect remedy when you tire of fast food tacos and burritos. -
The Beachcomber
2901 Mission Blvd, San Diego, CA
A stones throw from the beach, this South Mission dive comes complete with surfers and sand on the floor. -
Lahaina Beach Club
710 Oliver Ave, San Diego, CA
There isn't a better outdoor patio in San Diego than Lahaina's, which is an arm's length from the boardwalk. -
Wave House
3125 Ocean Front Walk, San Diego, CA
Awesome views, casual outdoor dining and a summertime party atmosphere all-year-round.
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Spa Tiki
200 Harbor Dr Ste 200, San Diego, CA
Downtown day spa offers rejuvenating body wraps, facials and aromatherapy treatments in a tropical-themed environment. -
Belmont Park
3146 Mission Blvd, San Diego, CA
Oceanfront entertainment complex offers historic, wooden roller coaster and indoor swimming pool plus dining, shopping and amusement park rides. -
Mission Beach Tattoo
3215 Mission Blvd, San Diego, CA
Tatoo parlor just a few blocks from Belmont Park packs draws curious tourists and plenty of locals interested in body art. -
Hike Bike Kayak
2246 Avenida de la Playa, La Jolla, CA
Daily and weekly rentals of kayaks, soft surfboards, snorkeling and beach gear, road and mountain bikes, plus guided tours.

