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Food & Drink Events in San Diego This Weekend
San Diego Ramen Festival
November 21
What better way to fight off the brutal SoCal cold than with a piping hot bowl of ramen? The San Diego Ramen Festival will offer a menu of 12-ounce selections to slurp. The festival takes place at the Handlery Hotel this Thursday from 6 to 9 p.m. It also features live entertainment, local pop culture vendors, and ramen-inspired artwork. Ticket options include general admission passes ($44.52) with three ramen servings and VIP ($129.89) with perks like unlimited beer and sake samples, six ramen servings and an extra hour of admission (5 to 6 p.m.).
950 Hotel Circle North, Mission Valley
Parfait Paris 10-Year Anniversary Party
November 23
Parfait Paris is saluting a decade of decadence in San Diego by throwing a street festival packed with sweets. This Saturday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., the Parisian bakery will offer an assortment of French goodies, along with bites from The Sushi Stand and drinks courtesy of Understory Bar and Hopnonymous Brewing Co. RSVPs are required for this anniversary event, with $5 admission for adults (redeemable for food and drinks) and free entry for children and teens under the age of 15.
3555 India Street, Middletown
Concerts & Festivals in San Diego This Weekend
Cyndi Lauper at Viejas Arena
November 20
Cyndi Lauper sang some of the defining hits of the 1980s and composed the beloved musical adaption of Kinky Boots. Now, on her final arena tour, Lauper is here to remind us all that “Girls Just Wanna Have Fun.” Tickets are on sale for $55.10 for Wednesday’s concert at Viejas Arena.
5500 Canyon Crest Drive, Rolando
San Diego Live Aid
November 21
Many San Diego families were affected by the devastating rain storms that hit the city in early January. To raise proceeds for them, three local tribute groups—All Fired Up, Supreme Legacy, and The Mamas & The Papas Experience—are throwing a special charity concert. This Thursday evening at Humphreys Backstage Live, guests will hear timeless renditions of nostalgic hits. Tickets range from $23.60 to $39.10
2241 Shelter Island Drive, Shelter Island
Theater & Art Exhibits in San Diego This Weekend
Your Local Theater Presents: A Christmas Carol, by Charles Dickens, Again at La Jolla Playhouse
November 19–December 15
In Your Local Theater Presents…, Julliard grad Eddie can’t escape a local production of A Christmas Carol. There will be six preview performances of this world-premiere play at the La Jolla Playhouse now through Nov. 23, with tickets ranging from $30 to $72 before the show officially opens on Nov. 26.
2910 La Jolla Village Drive, La Jolla
Just Like Us at Grossmont College Stagehouse Theatre
November 21–23
Based on Helen Thorpe’s nonfiction book of the same name, Just Like Us follows four Latina teenagers who, as the children of undocumented immigrants, are impacted by the heated national debate on immigration. There will be four performances of Just Like This, as well as additional shows Dec. 5–7. Tickets for the general public are $18. This Grossmont College production will also have performances on December 5–7.
8800 Grossmont College Drive, El Cajon
Tres minutos at Jacobs Music Center
November 22
Composer Nicolás Lell Benavides and librettist Marella Martin Koch’s poignant chamber opera, Tres minutos, reckons with the devastation of sudden deportation. The title of the program is inspired by Border Angels’ initiative that grants families three minutes of reunification at the border. The Border Angels documentary Love Has No Borders will be screened before the performance, and ticket-holders can attend an artist talkback after the show. Tickets to this musical program at Jacobs Music Center Friday night can be purchased for $35 here.
1245 Seventh Avenue, Downtown
CONTRA-TIEMPO Activist Dance Theater’s joyUS justUS at Mandeville Auditorium
November 22 & 23
Created and directed by Ana Maria Alvarez, joyUS justUS is a collaborative effort between communities of color in South Los Angeles, who aim to demonstrate joy as a form of resistance. General admission is $40 and can be purchased here.
9500 Gilman Drive, La Jolla
It’s A Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play at Spreckels Performing Arts Center
November 22–December 15
Beginning this Friday, the Spreckels Performing Arts Center will host an audio-centric take on a beloved holiday film, presenting It’s a Wonderful Life as a vintage radio play à la Orson Welles’ The War of The Worlds. There will be evening showings Friday and Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday afternoon at 2 p.m. General admission tickets are $32 and can be purchased here.
5409 Snyder Rohnert Park, Rohnert Park
PST ART Weekend: San Diego & La Jolla
November 22-24
Free interactive events are popping up all over San Diego this weekend as part of Getty’s PST ART initiative. PST ART Weekend: San Diego & La Jolla will include a festive art party at MCASD in La Jolla (Nov. 23), a hands-on art workshop in Oceanside (Nov. 24), the premiere of five new musical compositions derived from weather data at C You Saturday! (Nov. 23) at the Institute of Contemporary Art in Balboa Park, and much more. Best of all, most of the 20 events are free and only require an RSVP.
Citywide
German Expressionism at San Diego Museum of Art
Opens November 23
Starting this Saturday, visitors to the San Diego Museum of Art can explore the museum’s German Expressionism exhibition, which documents a transformative period in the early 20th century when German and Austrian artists began to rail against tradition. The show will feature paintings, drawings, and prints endowed to SDMA’s permanent collection in 2011 from the estate of collector Vance E. Kondon.
1450 El Prado, Balboa Park
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Coin-Op Game Room 11th Anniversary
November 19
Coin-Op Game Room is taking it totally retro for its 11th anniversary bash, with an ’80s-centric, neon-themed gathering this Tuesday from 8 p.m. to midnight at its North Park location. The celebration features tunes from DJ KC Dalton, tattooing from American Gypsy Tattoo artist Sebastian Garcia, caricature art from Dianna Colina, and classic cocktails, from piña coladas to Midori sours.
3926 30th Street, North Park
Rady Children’s Ice Rink at ARTS DISTRICT
November 21–January 5
Liberty Station’s Central Promenade will once again play host to the outdoor Rady Children’s Ice Rink, with net proceeds going towards Rady Children’s Hospital’s Thriving After Cancer program. Guests can lace up their skates through January 5, beginning with this Thursday’s opening day from 4 to 10 p.m. Tickets are $20 for adults and $15 for children, and you can purchase them in advance here.
2875 Dewey Road, Point Loma
Santee Holiday Lighting
November 22
The city of Santee offers a plethora of family-friendly activities from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. this Friday at the Santee Holiday Lighting. Held at Santee Trolley Square, this free event will feature live music by the Bayou Brothers, photos with Santa, face painting, sledding, arts and crafts activities, and of course, the tree-lighting ceremony.
9884 Mission Gorge Road, Santee
Encinitas Holiday Street Fair
November 24
Explore more than 450 local arts, craft, and retail vendors at the Encinitas Holiday Street Fair this Sunday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. This free community event also includes kids’ rides, two live entertainment stages with local musicians and dancers, and a dog zone.
Coast Highway 101 between D and J streets, Encinitas
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]]>“Sonny’s pays homage to the iconic NY-style pizzerias of the ’80s, housed in a well-used 100-year-old former auto shop,” explains Fink. “The space retains its authentic roughness, enhanced with additions of a custom pizza oven imported from Italy and mezzanine inspired by all our grandmas’ houses.”
The 3,500-square-foot indoor space will also include an additional 500-square-foot outdoor patio, designed by Anna and David Sindelar, who designed Madi and Madison on Park. Featuring a repurposed copper bar, decorated with vintage TVs and a backyard dining area, Fink says it will feel less like a traditional Italian restaurant and more like a time capsule of 1980s Brooklyn culture, with a curated menu that will include appetizers, salads, entrees, pizzas, rotating soft-serve specials, and an outside grill. Danny Kuehner will spearhead the cocktail program, featuring plenty of amaro and what Fink calls “young, funky, hip” wines.
But that’s not all the pair has planned. In May, they’ll also open a second Madi location in Pacific Beach. The new Madi will feature the same menu as the original location in Normal Heights centered around brunch, lunch, and cocktails. And because good things come in threes, Sieve and Fink are also working on a diner concept in Hillcrest. Sieve is a third-generation restaurateur, whose family owns and operates a 100-year-old breakfast restaurant in Minnesota. He’s no stranger to working the grill, so he’s taking the lead on this new concept—best of luck to the partners on what is sure to be a hectic few months.
San Diego Restaurant News & Food Events
A Bonanza of Holiday Activities at Park Hyatt Aviara
Carlsbad’s Park Hyatt Aviara has a slew of holiday events coming up, starting with their Holiday Market on Sunday, December 8. From 2 p.m. to 7 p.m., you can shop local, sip, and meet Santa. The big guy will be back quite a few more times—December 11 through 24—from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. for Cabana Christmas Village, where guests can meander through poolside cabanas that will each offer a unique experience, from food and drink to ornament making, hot cocoa, and more.
There are also Christmas Eve and Day feasts at Ponto Lago and Christmas Day brunch at Ember & Rye, and if you’ve reached the maximum amount of information to absorb at one time, you can just check out the full list of events at your leisure right here.
Beth’s Bites
- Del Cerro Pizza & Beer will open at 6358 Del Cerro Blvd. on Monday, December 2. Brought to you by the same people behind KnB Bistro, it will offer pizza beer… and I’m not sure what else, but what more could you need?
- Border X Brewing recently launched a GoFundMe for their Barrio Logan location, citing a landlord dispute and ongoing pandemic recovery issues. Border X originally opened on Logan Avenue in 2014 but was forced to close its location in Bell in 2023 for financial reasons and a dispute with Beer Thug Brewing, another Latino-owned brewery operating in the same location. Barrio Logan has faced more than its fair share of hardships lately—Las Cuatro Milpas rumors, Salud closing—but fresh projects like Pizza Kaiju and Alchemy give me hope for the vibrant food and drink culture the neighborhood is known for.
- XOXO by Breakfast & Bubbles, née XOXO Retro Neighborhood Diner, we hardly knew ye. The short-lived spot on Park Blvd. is closed, but the same owners are gearing up for a new concept called Origen. That’s all the info I have (for now), but I’ll keep poking around.
- Alma, the boutique hotel downtown, is offering a Thanksgiving feast to take home for $250 (feeds 4-6 people). Turkey? Check. Rolls and stuffing? Check. It’s all the faves without any of the fuss, so check out the full menu here and email [email protected] by 5 p.m., Pacific Time, on Friday, November 22, to reserve your meal.
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]]>Owner Nick Truong, who also owns a few Ding Tea locations around San Diego, moved to the United States from Vietnam when he was five years old but says he’s gone back and forth his entire life to visit family and friends. Two years ago, he and his wife Li realized the city lacked places to experience Vietnam’s specific coffee culture and decided to launch their own shop.
“We wanted to not just bring Vietnamese coffee beverages to our audience in San Diego, but also focus on creating modern and trendy coffee culture in an environment where people can come together, set aside their differences and busy lives, to just enjoy the vibe and be in the moment,” explains Truong.
“Em” is a term of endearment in Vietnamese, and Truong says the shop is a love letter to his home country’s cafe culture. The menu will include phin coffees as well as espresso drinks, matcha, cold brew teas, milk teas, and other signature drinks, including the tiramisu-inspired Em White Truffle-Misu with cacao, a ladyfinger, and white chocolate truffle-flavored cream. A second Em location, (Em2) will open next year in Kearny Mesa, and he says he hopes to expand further.
Em Coffee’s soft opening is next week, but the grand opening will be Saturday, November 30 where the first 200 customers will get a free tote bag.
San Diego Restaurant News & Food Events
Opportunities to Give Back This Month in Mount Hope
Project New Village is in Southeast San Diego for a reason—it’s one of the most food-insecure regions in the county. However, the public can help the justice-centered organization’s efforts this month, starting Saturday, November 16, for their Community Work Day. Bring nonperishable food donations to the Mt. Hope Community Garden from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m., then mark your calendar for Thursday, November 28. From noon to 3 p.m., volunteers will serve a Thanksgiving meal and give out groceries to those who need it most. Sign up to volunteer here and watch the group’s other initiatives by signing up for their newsletter.
Coin-Op Game Room Hits 11 Years in North Park
Time flies when you’re having fun, especially at North Park’s original barcade. Coin-Op has been around for 11 years since it replaced El Take It Easy in 2013. (Raise your hand if you remember that and Hubcap!) On Tuesday, November 19, head inside the game area for an 80’s-themed celebration that kicks off at 8 p.m., featuring a DJ, caricature artists, cocktail specials, and, of course, plenty of pinball.
Beth’s Bites
- The Winslow, that behemoth apartment building looming over arguably the worst intersection in town where Washington St. turns into Normal St. before it meets Park Blvd. and El Cajon Blvd., is getting a caffeine boost. Inspired Coffee Roasters recently filed for an ABC license inside the building, so keep an eye out for coffee “born in New York and roasted in San Diego.”
- Speaking of ABC license applications, I saw another one for Jjang Korean Barbecue coming to 3637 Avocado Blvd., in the old IHOP building. I say the more KBBQ, the better, so here’s hoping this comes to fruition.
- San Diego is still waiting for our first sober-only bar, but Pacific Beach is about to get its first non-alcoholic bottle shop. Monday Morning opens on Saturday, November 23, at 1854 Garnet Avenue for all your alcohol-free needs. Pacific Beach seems like an interesting neighborhood to test the NA theory, but hey, I’m sure the neighbors are all for it!
Have breaking news, exciting scoops, or great stories about new San Diego restaurants or the city’s food scene? Send your pitches to [email protected].
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Food & Drink Events in San Diego This Weekend
Chefsgiving at Pendry San Diego
November 14
Several of the city’s finest chefs will serve up an early Thanksgiving feast this Thursday at Pendry San Diego’s Provisional Kitchen, Cafe & Mercantile from 6 to 9 p.m. NBC San Diego reporters Joe Little and Audra Stafford host Chefsgiving, an event in which local chefs will prepare dishes like duck carnitas, lobster mac n’ cheese, and dark chocolate truffle torte (see the full menu here) with wine pairings from The Prisoner Wine Company. Tickets for this 21-plus dinner are $150 per person, which includes a $30 donation to the San Diego Food Bank.
425 Fifth Avenue, Gaslamp
Bikes & Beers San Diego
November 16
This Saturday, push your pedals to the max for an ice-cold reward at AleSmith Brewing Company. At Bikes & Beers, cyclists can take a GPS-guided tour of San Diego, with a choice of a 15-, 30- or 45-mile race out and back with refreshments and rest stops along the way. Upon their return, riders can enjoy an afterparty featuring live music, games, raffles, and pint glasses full of beer. Ticket options range from $30 to $85 for Bikes & Beers.
9990 AleSmith Court, Miramar
World Naan Festival
November 16
The Encore Event Center hosts the second annual World Naan Festival from 12 to 4 p.m. this Saturday. Attendees can enjoy six naan tastings and several samples from each food vendor, along with cooking demonstrations and competitions, live music, henna design, and cultural dance performances. Tickets are $25 for adults and $5 for kids ages 3 to 12 years old.
8253 Ronson Road, Kearny Mesa
Fall Artisan Market & Wine Tasting Fest
November 16
This Saturday, the Mission Bay Beach Club will welcome local retail and artisan vendors and winemakers for the Fall Artisan Market & Wine Tasting Fest. The free market will run from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. with live music and plenty of chances for holiday shopping. The wine fest takes place from 2 to 5 p.m., and a $40 ticket gets you samples of 15 wines.
2688 East Mission Bay Drive, Mission Bay
Concerts & Festivals in San Diego This Weekend
Rainbow Kitten Surprise at the Rady Shell
November 12
At a Tuesday night show at the Rady Shell, alt rockers Rainbow Kitten Surprise will perform tracks from Love Hate Music Box, the band’s latest album. Madi Diaz, whose new album Weird Faith features the countrified banger “Don’t Do Me Good” with Kacey Musgraves, will open. Tickets for Tuesday’s concert start at $74.60 and can be purchased on Ticketmaster.
222 Marina Park Way, Embarcadero
Valley Arts Festival
November 16
Celebrate Oceanside’s indigenous community at the annual Valley Arts Festival at Heritage Park, put on by the San Luis Rey Band of Mission Indians of the Luiseño Nation from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. this Friday. This year’s festival features an educational kíicha, the traditional dome-shaped shelter of the Luiseño people. Friday’s entertainment will include Native American drumming, blues, and storytelling, as well as interactive community murals, dancing demonstrations, and activities like rock and gourd painting, basket weaving, and jewelry making.
220 Peyri Drive, Oceanside
Cowboy Bebop LIVE
November 15
Despite running for just over two dozen episodes at the turn of the century, Cowboy Bebop is one of the most enduring anime series of all time, with an international fan base, widespread acclaim, and even a live-action Netflix adaptation. Now, the intergalactic journeys of the Bebop’s bounty hunter crew will be soundtracked live by the 14-piece Bebop Bounty Big Band. As the animated adventures play out on the big screen at The Magnolia this Friday, the jazz ensemble will breathe even more life and love into a franchise that’s somehow still on the rise. Tickets start at $59 for this performance.
210 East Main Street, El Cajon
Concerts at Gallagher Square at Petco Park
November 15 & 17
Though the nights are getting a bit frostier, outdoor concert season is still in full swing at Gallagher Square. On Friday night, rock bands Thrice and Manchester Orchestra will revisit their classics. Then, Sunday evening, Becky G will warm up the night with her Latin pop hits. Tickets for Friday’s show are on sale for $63.70 while tickets to Sunday’s performance will cost you at least $104.
100 Park Boulevard, Downtown
Punk in the Park
November 16
Spend your Saturday jamming out to SoCal punk rockers at Snapdragon Stadium’s Punk in the Park. Several regional bands will take the stage throughout the day, including Streetlight Manifesto, Manic Hispanic, and headliners The Offspring and Pennywise. VIP festivalgoers will enjoy prime stage views, plus exclusive food, bars, and access to a seated lounge. Tickets for Punk in the Park range from $88.50 to $753.15.
2101 Stadium Way, Mission Valley
Painting by Roberto R. Pozos
Theater & Art Exhibits in San Diego This Weekend
Misery at Tenth Avenue Arts Center
November 14–December 7
In this stage adaptation of Misery, one of Stepen King’s most unsettling stories, an author finds himself in the clutches of a superfan who “rescues” him from a bad car wreck and sequesters him in her remote cabin. The Backyard Renaissance Theatre Company will preview the show through Nov. 22, followed by opening night on Nov. 23 at Tenth Avenue Arts Center. Tickets are $40.
930 Tenth Avenue, East Village
Trans Diaries at Diversionary Theatre
November 15–16
For two nights at the Diversionary Theatre, a group of five trans and nonbinary artists will share personal stories on stage for Trans Diaries. Joshua Gershick and director Shakina Nayfack lead a cast of returning and debut performers for the production’s fifth year. See Trans Diaries this Friday and Saturday at 7:30 p.m.; you can make your free reservation to attend here.
4545 Park Boulevard, University Heights
Tiny Beautiful Things at Scripps Ranch Theatre
November 15–December 8
Based on Cheryl Strayed’s real-life “Dear Sugar” anonymous advice column, Tiny Beautiful Things is a tearjerker about grief, trauma, and making it through tough times. This production, originally adapted by Nia Vardalos from Strayed’s book of the same name, will run for 13 shows. Tickets range from $29 to $35.
9783 Avenue of Nations, Scripps Ranch
Roberto R. Pozos at Centro Cultural de la Raza
November 15–December 22
Tepatitlan native and longtime San Diego resident Roberto R. Pozos’s newest painting exhibition will grace the walls of Centro Cultural de la Raza beginning this Friday. Pozos is known for his vibrant logo designs, as well as his contributions to the murals of Chicano Park. The opening reception for his exhibition is this Friday from 6 to 9 p.m.
2004 Park Boulevard, Balboa Park
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Under the Stars: A Festive Autumn Evening at the SD Air & Space Museum
November 14
Guests at the San Diego Air & Space Museum’s “Under the Stars” evening will get an exclusive look after-hours this Thursday from 5 to 8 p.m. The event will feature access to the museum’s Above and Beyond exhibit with space artifacts, private docent tours, live music from Gladish Night, and a buffet dinner. Tickets are $55.20 and can be purchased on Eventbrite.
2001 Pan American Plaza, Balboa Park
Lightscape at the San Diego Botanic Garden
November 15–January 5, 2025
Every year, the San Diego Botanic Garden’s annual Lightscape installation creates an illuminated winter wonderland amid the usual natural flora. Those who want to see the installation will have the choice between value, off-peak and peak days, each with different ticket prices. This weekend, value tickets for non-members are available for $26 (adults) and $16 (children ages 3 to 12 years old).
300 Quail Gardens Drive, Encinitas
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Coronado Golf Course
Coronado Golf Course, opened in 1957, is one of San Diego’s more walkable courses. Cited as a top SD course by the Golf Channel, the well-maintained public course offers views of the Coronado bridge and boats out on the water. The onsite restaurant serves American bites (including vegan options) for brunch and lunch.
2000 Visalia Row, Coronado
Torrey Pines Golf Course
Consistently ranked as one of Golf Digest’s 100 greatest courses, the challenging Torrey Pines Golf Course in La Jolla hosted the 2021 US Open and puts on the annual PGA TOUR’s Farmers Insurance Open. Named after the rare Torrey Pine tree, which only grows along the San Diego coastline and Santa Rosa Island, the course has made its way onto many golfers’ bucket lists.
11480 N Torrey Pines Road, La Jolla
The Grand Golf Club
Located at the luxurious Fairmont Grand Del Mar, The Grand Golf Club and its 50,000-square-foot driving range are open to hotel guests. Three-hundred-and-sixty degree views of each hole are available online, helping give you a leg up if you’re trying to improve your handicap. And if your kiddo dreams of becoming a future Masters champion, this course is the perfect place to take them, as children 12 and under can play and rent clubs for free.
5300 Grand Del Mar Way, Del Mar
Aviara Golf Club
Aviara Golf Club is San Diego’s only course designed by the legendary Arnold Palmer. Situated within Carlsbad’s Park Hyatt Aviara, this layout includes strategically placed bunkers and water features that provide both pretty views and tough obstacles. And, if you’d like to level up your gear game, the course’s TaylorMade Aviara Performance Center allows you to test clubs with 3D motion analysis technology. The club offers both public and resort fees, as well as online course videos that provide insight into hole details and potential strategies.
7447 Batiquitos Drive, Carlsbad
Rancho Bernardo Inn Golf Course
Designed by golf course architect William Francis Bell, the Rancho Bernardo Inn Golf Course has hosted both PGA and LPGA events. Its 18th hole, surrounded by old-growth trees, is a fan favorite. Golf lessons are also available at the Carlsbad course, whether you’re just starting out or a seasoned golfer needing a couple tips or tweaks.
17550 Bernardo Oaks Dr, Rancho Bernardo
Singing Hills Golf Club
Singing Hills Golf Club supplies golfers with three courses in the Dehesa Valley of San Diego County. The Willow Glen course runs along the Sweetwater River and features narrow fairways, while the Oak Glen course is known for rolling greens and a beautiful, yet difficult, fifth hole. The nine-hole Pine Glen course is ideal for beginners or those looking to squeeze in a quick round.
3007 Dehesa Road, El Cajon
Mt. Woodson Golf Club
The course at Mt. Woodson Golf Club in Ramona is tough—but you don’t need to worry about having an audience for any whiffs. Each hole is so secluded it’ll feel like you and your buddies are the only ones on the course. Open to the public and surrounded by serene, rocky hills, the club also houses a bar and grill with some of the best prices in town (hello, post-birdie BLT for under $9).
16422 North Woodson Drive, Ramona
Goat Hill Park Golf Club
Originally built in 1952, Oceanside’s Goat Hill Park Golf Club was one of the first golf courses in San Diego County and began as a regulation-length nine-hole setup. In the early 1990s, it was redesigned into an 18-hole course, enhancing its appeal to golfers seeking a fun time on the links and a laid-back atmosphere.
2323 Goat Hill Drive, Oceanside
Admiral Baker Golf Course
Admiral Baker Golf Course, located within the historic Navy complex near Tierrasanta, is notable for its two distinct 18-hole courses—the North and South. The lush fairways and well-maintained greens are complemented by facilities like a driving range and eatery.
2400 Admiral Baker Road, No. 3604, Tierrasanta
Carlton Oaks Golf Club
Once Phil Mickelson’s playing spot in his youth, Santee’s Carlton Oaks Golf Club has hosted a range of golf tournaments and events, including the Callaway Junior World Championships and NCAA Championships. The course tests players with pot bunkers and water hazards while still highlighting the natural beauty of the surrounding landscape.
9200 Inwood Drive, Santee
Maderas Golf Club
Maderas Golf Club is a championship public course that winds through the rolling hills of Poway. Its 40 acres have been recognized by numerous golf publications. Players can rent Callaway clubs and also book lessons for themselves or their little golfers.
17750 Old Coach Road, Poway
Steele Canyon Golf Club
A 27-hole championship course in Jamul, Steele Canyon Golf Club was designed by Gary Player, one of golf’s all-time greats. Three nine-hole courses—The Canyon, The Ranch, and The Vineyard—offer diverse and challenging holes, earning the club a four-and-a-half-star rating from Golf Digest (it’s one of only three golf clubs in San Diego County with that honor).
3199 Stonefield Drive, Jamul
The Crossings at Carlsbad
Named after the bridges designed into the layout, The Crossings at Carlsbad offers a variety of terrains and elevation changes. Each hole features five separate areas to tee off, allowing players to customize both the length of the hole and their overall strategy. There are also stay-and-play rates and tee times for players through specific Carlsbad hotels and resorts.
5800 The Crossings Drive, Carlsbad
Rams Hill Golf Club
Nestled in the Anza-Borrego Desert is the Rams Hill Golf Club, a previously private but now public course that features captivating views of the mountains. The design tests golfers, especially the fifth hole, which includes deep bunkers and sits next to a lake you’ll have to work hard to keep your ball out of.
1881 Rams Hill Road, Borrego Springs
Encinitas Ranch
Perched on a sweep of bluffs, Encinitas Ranch Golf Course offers magnificent views of the Pacific Ocean from every hole, making it one of the most picturesque courses in Southern California. The course offers rates for the public, with special discounts for Encinitas and Southern California residents. Encinitas Ranch includes the usual driving range and chipping green, along with a putting course that features two sets of six holes, a windmill, and benches if you’d rather crack open a cold one and watch your friends warm up.
1275 Quail Gardens Drive, Encinitas
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]]>As a San Diego resident, we’ve been blessed with plenty of opportunities to get the sun on our face nearly any time of year. For me, whenever things are not going very well, one of my best ways to cope is get outside—whether it’s a walk, run, hitting the beach, or just feeling the grass under my toes. If you’ve been feeling down lately, these are a few of my favorite hikes to improve your mood when you need a little pick-me-up.
Pyles Peak – 6 Miles
The trail from Cowles Mountain to Pyles Peak is one of my all time favorites in San Diego. Yes, you have to first navigate 1.5 miles of the very busy path to climb Cowles Mountain. But once you do, and step onto the second trail from Cowles’ summit to Pyles, it’s like you’ve instantly transported to a peaceful and solitary trail with very few hikers on it. The views are absolutely beautiful all along the way, with sweeping scenes of the ocean on a clear day. Plus the additional challenge is enough to make you feel taxed and accomplished, which can really help when things feel bad. Start at the Cowles Mountain trailhead on Golfcrest Drive and then follow the signs for Pyles Peak once you’ve reached the summit.
- Distance: 6 miles out and back
- Difficulty: Challenging
- Dogs: Allowed
- Details: Parking is free, and if the spots are taken in the parking lot you can park along the road. Just be sure to cramp your wheels!
La Jolla Beach Trail – 2.3 Miles
There is something therapeutic about walking right next to the ocean. The smells of salty sea air, the sounds of waves—they literally bottle this stuff and use it in spas—so getting a dose of the real thing has to be beneficial. And navigating the winding paths along La Jolla Cove is a perfect way to take it all in. Plus, there are the ever-entertaining sea lions and seals to watch if you need additional distraction. Start near the Museum of Contemporary Art La Jolla and follow the cliffside path to La Jolla Shores. There are a few different winding paths to follow, so you can make your out and back different.
- Distance: 2.3 miles out and back
- Difficulty: Easy
- Dogs: Allowed
Anza-Borrego Desert State Park – 3.25 Miles
This desert park is a longer drive than the other suggestions, but it’s not too far—about an hour and a half one way. And the chance to roam in an open desert, or explore the slot canyons and abandoned mines of this state park make it well worth the trip. The desert landscape is devastatingly beautiful, and can give you that open mind feeling you need when things are tough. Even better when wildflowers are in bloom, but any time in the fall or winter and great for a visit. Start at the Borrego Palm Canyon Trailhead just past the campground and try the Borrego Palm Canyon Trail, which takes you past a neat palm oasis and waterfalls.
- Distance: 3.25 miles for the loop
- Difficulty: Moderate
- Dogs: Not allowed
- Details: A state parks parking pass is required.
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Food & Drink Events in San Diego This Weekend
Ambrogio by Acquerello Truffle Dinner
November 8
The truffle is known as one of the world’s rarest and priciest ingredients, and San Diegans can get a Michelin Guide–worthy introduction to its umami flavors at Ambrogio by Acquerello’s six-course Truffle Dinner Friday night. Chef Salmoiraghi’s truffle tasting menu will include beef tartare, quail, Alaskan black cod, and, most importantly, black and white truffle. Reservations start at 5 p.m. and require a $50 deposit. Total dinner costs are $220 per person.
7556 Fay Avenue, La Jolla
Sails and Ales Beer Fest at Kona Kai San Diego
November 8
Take in views of the San Diego Marina with sips from more than 35 local breweries, distilleries, and wineries at Kona Kai San Diego’s annual Sails and Ales Beer Fest. The event starts at 5:30 p.m. Friday and will also include live entertainment and a buffet food menu. Proceeds from Sails and Ales will go towards the Surfrider Foundation San Diego County. Tickets are $59 per person.
1551 Shelter Island Drive, Shelter Island
Chula Swordfish Dinner at Vistal
November 8
The Chula Swordfish Dinner at the Intercontinental’s waterfront restaurant Vistal will feature a five-course meal and a live swordfish breakdown demonstration. The night’s menu, starring locally sourced fish from Chula Seafood, includes swordfish-infused takes on gazpacho, ravioli, and al pastor and finishes with espresso chocolate truffle cake with swordfish-eye ice cream. Your $85 reservation includes the demo, meal, and self-parking.
901 Bayfront Court, Downtown
The Capital of Craft Beerfest
November 9
Hop over to Kilowatt Brewing for the centerpiece of San Diego Beer Week, the Capital of Craft Beer Fest, from 12 to 4 p.m. this Saturday. The San Diego Brewers Guild and 30 local independent breweries will serve signature brew samples, Los Tortugas will play live music, and attendees will get to cast their votes for the People’s Choice Hoppy Beer Award. General admission is $76.54 and comes with unlimited tasters and a customized taster glass, while VIPs ($97.88) will receive early admission and the chance to try rare and exclusive beers. Tickets can be purchased on Eventbrite.
7576 Clairemont Mesa Boulevard, Kearny Mesa
Concerts & Festivals in San Diego This Weekend
Coronado Island Film Festival
November 6–10
The Coronado Island Film Festival brings five days of screenings and special events to the peninsula, with highlights like the centerpiece film A Real Pain and the always tasteful Culinary Cinema series. Tickets to the gala and kick-off bash, individual screening passes, and inclusive badge options can be purchased online.
820 Orange Avenue, Coronado
San Diego Asian Film Festival
November 7–16
The Pacific Arts Movement’s 10-day San Diego Asian Film Festival will take place across a handful of local venues, beginning with Thursday’s opening night screening and afterparty at The Nat. Tickets can be purchased for individual films, as well as special events like the festival’s Awards Gala, while the All Fest Pass ($325) gets you VIP privileges, plus entry to all receptions, happy hours, and events.
Citywide
Farm Truck Barn Dance & Back Country Music Festival
November 9
Main Street in Ramona will be abuzz with Americana rhythms from noon to night as 18 local artists perform at four community venues throughout the day. The day of live music begins with the Back Country Music Festival, from 12 to 5 p.m. at Pamo Valley Winery, Ramona Family Naturals Market, and Smoking Canyon Brewery, followed by the third annual Farm Truck Barn Dance at Reds, Whites & Brews from 5 to 10 p.m. There will also be a Sip ‘n Shop event throughout the day. Tickets are $25 for the full experience.
Main Street, Ramona
Sabrina Carpenter at Pechanga Arena
November 10
Sabrina Carpenter arrives at Pechanga Arena this Sunday with flirty pop anthems like “Espresso,” “Please Please Please,” and “Juno.” British indie rock artist Declan Mckenna, known for his mega hit “Brazil,” will open the show. This concert is the hottest ticket in town, with resales on Ticketmaster and AXS going for upwards of $350.
3500 Sports Arena Boulevard, Midway
Theater & Art Exhibits in San Diego This Weekend
Hadestown at Civic Theatre
November 8–10
The Tony-winning musical Hadestown—inspired by the heartbreaking Greek myth of lovers Orpheus and Eurydice—stops by the Civic Theatre this weekend. There will be evening shows of Hadestown Friday through Sunday and two weekend matinee performances. Tickets starting at $56.25 for this touring production.
1100 Third Avenue, Downtown
Native American Heritage Show at Exclusive Collections Gallery
November 8–10
See the works of 12 Indigenous painters, photographers, sculptors, and other artists at Exclusive Collections Gallery’ annual Native American Heritage Show. Free to the public, this group show is on display Friday and Saturday from 6 to 9 p.m. and Sunday from noon to 5 p.m. Attendees will get the chance to meet participating artists; shop specialty hats from Auntie Creations and custom bags from Wabanoonkwe; and enjoy wine, beer, light bites, and cultural performances. RSVP (recommended) by emailing [email protected].
621 5th Avenue, Gaslamp
City Ballet of San Diego’s Dracula at Balboa Theatre
November 9 & 10
The City Ballet of San Diego’s Dracula pays homage to Bram Stoker’s fanged monster—with a twist. Resident choreographer Geoffrey Gonzalez has crafted a story of Countess Dracula and the women she’s turned into vampires. Afterwards, see two more dances: the French Romantic–inspired Emeralds and the City Ballet premiere of Ecliptic, which uses hoops to keep nine dancers in collective balance. Tickets start at $69.95 for this ballet program, with performances Saturday night and Sunday afternoon.
868 4th Avenue, Gaslamp
More Fun Things to Do in San Diego This Weekend
Celebrating Women Awards 2024
November 6
Spend an empowering evening with San Diego Mag at UCSD Park & Market as we toast to the city’s innovators at Celebrating Women, sponsored by Rancho La Puerta. From 4 to 6:30 p.m. this Wednesday, the event will feature a panel discussion and Q&A with five women leaders—moderated by our associate editor Amelia Rodriguez—plus networking opportunities, several women-run business pop-ups, and an awards ceremony. General admission is $72 and $42 for awards nominees, and the dress code calls for business attire.
1100 Market Street, East Village
Holiday Village at the Bayfront
November 7–December 3
Embrace the giving spirit at the inaugural Holiday Village at the Bayfront: A Cause to Celebrate. The event will kick off this Thursday with a tree-lighting ceremony at 5:30 p.m., featuring live music, themed bites, and more than 30 impeccably decorated Christmas trees to be admired and auctioned off in support of San Diegans experiencing homelessness. People can bid for a tree to take home through Nov. 24, and the trees will remain on display through Dec. 3.
1 Park Boulevard, Embarcadero
Big Picture Weekend at Fleet Science Center
November 8–10
Feel the roar of fighter jets and ride into the “Danger Zone” with the daring pilots of Top Gun Flight School and the Battle of Dunkirk at the Fleet Science Center’s Big Picture Weekend. See IMAX screenings of three blockbusters in the Heikoff Giant Dome Theater: Top Gun (Friday), Top Gun: Maverick (Saturday), and Christopher Nolan’s World War II epic Dunkirk (Sunday). Tickets are $19.95 for each film.
1875 El Prado, Balboa Park
San Diego Made 10th Anniversary Holiday Market
November 9–10
Get a head start on your seasonal shopping at San Diego Made’s annual Holiday Market, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. this Saturday and Sunday at NTC Park. Peruse goodies from more than 130 local makers and explore food, drinks, live music, and workshops. The event has a disco theme, and attendees are invited to dress up accordingly. Additional features include pop-up mini golf, tarot card readings, and a free gift with purchase from vendors while supplies last. Tickets are $5 online, $6 at the door, and $65 for VIP, while kids ages 10 and under can enter for free.
2455 Cushing Road, Point Loma
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SDSU Men’s Basketball vs. UC San Diego
Wednesday, November 6 | 7:00 p.m. | Viejas Arena
Quick—since 2018, what men’s college basketball program has three conference championships, five NCAA tournament bids, two Sweet Sixteen appearances, and a Final Four victory? It’s not powerhouse Kentucky, which hasn’t been to the Final Four since 2015, or Duke, which has only two conference titles in that span.
The answer is the San Diego State Aztecs. Head coach Brian Dutcher has built one of the best programs in the country, and he’s looking to hang even more banners at Viejas Arena this year after recruiting star guard Nick Boyd from Florida Atlantic University. But the Aztecs have a new rival to contend with.
In 2020, UC San Diego moved up to Division I, and, after a four-year “reclassification period,” the school is eligible for postseason play. San Diego could have two teams regularly competing in March Madness, and those teams kick off the 2024–25 season with their matchup on November 6. It could also be the start of a new era in San Diego sports, one where crosstown competition receives national attention. “The respect that we’re getting now at UC San Diego, they recognize that we’re forced to be reckoned with,” UCSD athletic director Earl Edwards told San Diego Magazine.
San Diego Clippers vs. Rip City Remix
Friday, November 8 | 7:00 p.m. | Frontwave Arena
The wait is over. San Diego once again plays host to professional basketball after 40 long years, and that’s thanks to Oceanside’s brand-new Frontwave Arena. Before the venue’s opening in September, the team behind Frontwave Arena announced that the Los Angeles Clippers’ G League affiliate, the erstwhile Ontario Clippers, would be moving to North County. The now-San Diego Clippers are making their home opener even more special by dedicating it to Bill Walton.
One of San Diego’s favorite sons, Walton died in May at the age of 71. After starting at La Mesa’s Helix High, then playing for UCLA, he had a hall-of-fame career in the NBA and spent six years with the original San Diego Clippers. The game against Portland’s Rip City Remix will include a ceremony honoring Walton’s career and contributions, and the first 3,000 fans will receive a tie-dye t-shirt—Walton was well-known for his Grateful Dead fandom. Fittingly, the Electric Waste Band, a Grateful Dead tribute act, will perform at the pregame Fan Fest.
San Diego Gulls vs. Bakersfield Condors
Saturday, November 16 | 6:00 p.m. | Pechanga Arena
Watch: AHLTV on FloHockey
It’s been a tough few years for the Gulls, the Anaheim Ducks’ minor-league affiliate. They’ve missed the AHL playoffs the last two seasons, and so far this year, they’re last in the Pacific Division. It’s early in the season, though, and the Gulls have an opportunity to turn things around against the Bakersfield Condors when the team hosts Military Appreciation Night at Pechanga Arena. The first 8,000 fans in attendance will receive a Gulls Navy Hat sponsored by Indian Motorcycle of San Diego, and the players will wear special jerseys that honor the armed forces.
Rady’s Children Invitational
Nov 28-29 | 7:30 p.m. | LionTree Arena
Watch: Fox / FS1
Hours of football and pounds of turkey aren’t the only things you can consume on Thanksgiving. In its few years of existence, the Rady’s Children Invitational (hosted by UC San Diego) has become a premier showcase in college basketball. Staged over the holiday weekend, this year’s edition features Purdue and NC State in a rematch of the 2024 Final Four semifinal, as well as March Madness regulars in BYU and Ole Miss.
But you’ll have to catch the mini-tournament from the comforts of your couch if you don’t already have tickets. “Selling out the event months before tipoff is spectacular!” Jackie Reed, 2024 president of Sports San Diego, said in a statement. “We are grateful the basketball community and our local San Diego community are supporting this event with so much enthusiasm in our third year.”
SDSU Football vs. Air Force
Saturday, November 30 | Time: TBA | Snapdragon Stadium
Watch: Fox Sports Networks
It’s been a roller coaster season for first-year head coach Sean Lewis. After a blowout win in the opener, the Aztecs football team lost the next three games, then they emerged victorious in two straight match-ups, only to face defeat in the two games following that. At 3-5, the Aztecs will need to go 3-1 the rest of the way to qualify for a postseason bowl game, which would be a huge feat for the rookie coach and his team led by freshman quarterback Danny O’Neil. That’s not out of the question. Three of those games are against opponents with losing records, including Air Force, who the Aztecs will take on at Snapdragon Stadium in the regular season’s final game. “I think we’re really meshing together well right now and getting to know each other better every single week,” Lewis recently said about his team.
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Thanksgiving Dinner Specials
Lilian’s at Rancho Santa Fe
Named after The Inn’s designer and architect, Lilian Rice, Lilian’s is serving a four-course dinner for $125 this Thanksgiving. The Rancho Santa Fe restaurant is offering options for each course, including perfectly fried and crispy squash blossoms, slow-roasted beets with creamy burrata, and a fall-off-the-bone 24-hour brandt beef short rib plate. Complement your meal with the restaurant’s iconic specialty drinks. Reservations are now available.
- Time: 1:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
- Price: $125 per adult, $45 for children 12 and under
- Address: 5951 Linea Del Cielo, Rancho Santa Fe
Cafe Champagne at Thornton Winery
Cafe Champagne at Thornton Winery in Temecula will host an all-day Thanksgiving affair, during which attendees should expect a memorable experience where they can indulge in a choose-your-own three-course meal alongside award-winning wines. Classic entrees will include butter truffle roasted turkey with mashed potatoes and cranberry sauce, or butternut squash ravioli and focaccia bread. The meal will run from 11:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m., and reservations are required via Opentable.
- Time: 11:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m.
- Price: $105 Adults; $94.50 Wine Club; $89.25 Reserve Club; $32.95 Children 5-10 and up; plus tax & gratuity
- Address: 32575 Rancho California Rd, Temecula
Lia’s Lumpia
In Barrio Logan, the food-truck-turned-brick-and-mortar Lia’s Lumpia is renowned for its mouth-watering Filipino menu. Owner Spencer Hunter and his mother—the eponymous Lia—will be offering preorders for Thanksgiving Day to-go boxes until November 26. Will you get the pork belly deviled eggs or turkey holiday lumpia? The mango-glazed ham or cornish game hen adobo? Just make sure you save room for the pan de sal stuffing and persimmon green beans, maybe with a side of the toasted rice vanilla ice cream.
- Time: Preorders available until November 26 for pickup on Thanksgiving Day between 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Customers can make a reservation via text or email, and will receive a link to payment for pickup.
- Price: $85 for two servings; $150 for four
- Address: 2219 Logan Avenue, San Diego
Great Maple
Founded by award-winning restaurateur and San Diego native Johnny Rivera, this Hillcrest, Michelin-guide darling will be open for brunch from 8:00 a.m. until 1:30 p.m., serving a special of fried turkey, eggs, and pumpkin pecan caramel pancakes. Those who prefer a later Turkey day meal can join them for dinner starting at 11:30 a.m., or pick up one of Great Maple’s dinner boxes for two or four that includes a starter, salad, entree, and sweet from 3:30 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. the same day. This year, there will also be a special pie pickup—key lime or pumpkin with gingersnap crust—on both Wednesday, November 27, and Thursday, November 28. For reservations and pickup information, visit here.
- Time: Dine-in from 8:00 a.m. until 1:30 p.m., pick-up from 3:30 p.m. until 5:00 p.m.; dine-in will be
- Price: $160 for two; $295 for four
- Address: 1451 Washington St, San Diego
Chefsgiving
On November 14, from 6:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m., some of San Diego’s most decorated and respected chefs will join together to prepare a meal of their favorite Thanksgiving dishes, alongside carefully-selected wine pairings from The Prisoner Wine Company. Taste some of the city’s best of the best: duck carnitas from executive chef Roberto Alcocer of Valle Oceanside, dynamite lobster mac and cheese from executive chef Steven Ruiz at Lionfish, juicy turkey meatball with soy glaze from executive chef Brandon Sloan at Pendry San Diego, and pumpkin bars or a dark chocolate truffle torte for dessert. A portion of the proceeds will go to the San Diego Food Bank.
- Time: 6:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m.
- Price: $150 per ticket
- Address: Provisional Kitchen, 425 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101
Mister A’s
Celebrate Thanksgiving in style with a 12th floor view of the San Diego skyline from Mister A’s in Bankers Hill, where business casual attire is encouraged. Look out at the city while enjoying the roman artichoke appetizer or the black truffle cacio e pepe. Stay close to tradition with the restaurant’s roasted turkey, or stray a bit further afield and try the 14-ounce Wagyu ribeye with maître d’ butter, potato croustillant, and scallion cream. And what’s that? Ginger butterscotch chia pudding for dessert? Or a salted caramel ganache? This prix-fixe menu has it all.
- Time: First seating is from noon until 3:00 p.m.; the second seating is from 4:30 p.m. until 7:45 p.m.
- Price: $105 for adults; $45 for children 12 and under.
- Address: 2550 Fifth Ave 12th floor, San Diego
Pacific Catch
This is a safe space to acknowledge Thanksgiving food isn’t for everybody, so if you’re looking for a warm and cozy meal that isn’t chock full of tryptophan, swing by Pacific Catch in La Jolla for their updated fall menu. Choose between the West Coast and East Coast-style lobster rolls (though if you order the West Coast style, I’m sorry, you’re wrong), their new spicy green curry bowl, or clam chowder with applewood bacon and crispy shallots. They’ve also added a new surf and turf to the menu with lobster tail and either salmon or skirt steak.
- Time: 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Sunday through Thursday; 11:00 p.m. until 10:00 p.m. Friday and Saturday
- Price: Most entrees on the menu are $12.95 and up
- Address: 575 La Jolla Village Dr Suite 1160, San Diego, CA 92122
George’s at the Cove
Head to George’s at the Cove for a family style prix-fixe menu with a side of floor-to-ceiling views of the La Jolla coastline. Not only can customers expect a family-style selection with arugula salad, slow-roasted Diestel turkey breast, sausage stuffed leg roulade, smoked potato puree, and more. Pastry chef Anna Adams will be preparing three varieties of Thanksgiving pie for takeout: gingerbread pumpkin, Chai apple, and pecan caramel for $38 each. Preorders are required, and pickup will only be available after 12:00 p.m. on Wednesday, November 27. Reservations are available on Tock.
- Time: 2:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
- Price: $90 for adults; $45 for children 12 and under
- Address: 1250 Prospect Street, La Jolla
Nine-Ten
Nine-Ten executive chef Jason Knibb and pastry chef Jose Alonzo III are designing a three-course, prix-fixe menu that blends Thanksgiving holiday favorites with seasonal ingredients and specialty plates. The award-winning La Jolla destination won’t be releasing the full list of dishes until mid-November, but reservations are expected to fill up regardless (and we can at least confirm there will be a roasted honeynut squash dish with whipped ricotta and a honey-sherry gastrique). Prearrange your table by calling (858) 964-5400. A waiting list will be established when reservations are full.
- Time: 2:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m.
- Price: $100 per adult; $25 turkey plate for children 12 and under
- Address: 910 Prospect St, La Jolla, California 92037
Chez Loma
Head over to “The Crown City” for a thanksgiving feast at Chez Loma located within the historic Carez Hizar House built in 1889. This charming restaurant offers a festive venue where friends and family can gather to savor in French and Baja flavors. Alongside their full dinner menu, Chez Loma will be offering a three-course french menu including a pan roasted half duck.
- Time: 1p.m. until 9 p.m.
- Price: Dishes range from $18 to $60
- Address: 1132 Loma Ave, Coronado
Bronze Bird
Celebrate Thanksgiving in the Gaslamp Quarter with a three-course prix fixe at Bronze Bird. This holiday menu features SoCal-inspired takes on traditional favorites, including roasted turkey with herbed stuffing, rosemary mashed potatoes, and dessert choices like pecan walnut tartlet or pumpkin cheesecake. Reservations are available on OpenTable.
- Time: 2p.m. until 8 p.m.
- Price: $55 per person
- Address: 910 Broadway Cir, Gaslamp Quarter
Thanksgiving Buffets
Hotel Del Coronado
This year’s Thanksgiving buffet at the Hotel Del will take place in the recently restored Crown Room and Coronet Rooms, with gleaming chandeliers and a newly discovered and preserved mural from the 1880s. The menu is extensive, with a fresh sushi and sashimi station of yellowtail, ahi tuna, and assorted rolls. Help yourself to soups, charcuterie, pastas, and paellas, but make sure to leave room: The most wide-ranging table is the desserts.
- Time: 12:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m.
- Price: Adult (Hotel Guest): $199*; Adult (General): $205* (On Nov 15, price increases to $225); Child (Ages 5-12): $100*; Young Child (Ages 0-4): Complimentary with paying adult. Members receive a member discount.
- Address: 1500 Orange Ave, Coronado
Rancho Valencia
Go all-out at Rancho Valencia with a family-friendly celebration featuring a bounce house, carriage rides, face-painting, and even a petting zoo. Adults can make the most of the restaurant and spa’s raw bar and carving station, then head over to the dessert buffet. Not looking to hang around? Rancho Valencia will also be offering to-go boxes this year, which serve a minimum of four people and start at $350. Those orders must be placed by midnight on Sunday, November 24.
- Time: To-go pickup will be on Wednesday, November 27. Dine-in will be from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, November 28
- Price: $235 per adult; $95 for children 11 and under. Kids under 3 eat free.
- Address: 5921 Valencia Circle, Rancho Santa Fe
Dockside 1953 at The Bahia Resort Hotel
You could spend all day at The Bahia Resort Hotel’s restaurant, Dockside 1953, which will be open for both its standard a la carte brunch and a Thanksgiving buffet. Expect seven stations and a whole lot to choose from such as oysters on the half shell, creamy soups and grain salads, and an indulgent smoked gouda and aged cheddar mac and cheese dish to satisfy even the strongest appetite. Don’t miss out on the made-to-order, sweet stuffed crepes, with everything from smooth, nutty nutella and bananas to apple compote.
- Time: Brunch is from 7:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m.; Dinner is from 2:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m.
- Price: $150 for adults; $68 for children 5-12; children 4 and under are free
- Address: 998 W Mission Bay Dr, San Diego, CA 92109
Ember & Rye
There’s something for everyone at Ember & Rye this year, which has planned a truly expansive Thanksgiving brunch and dinner menu. Start your day at the buffet and choose from a smorgasbord of seafood like smoked salmon and trout, or maybe embrace full breakfast mode and order the lobster roll benedict or custom omelet. If you’re not really a breakfast person, swing back around in the evening for either smoked turkey or a Colorado rack of lamb. Top it all off with some praline pumpkin pie.
- Time: Brunch is from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.; Dinner is from 5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
- Price: Brunch is $155 for adults and $60 for kids ages two to 12. Dinner is a la carte.
- Address: 7447 Batiquitos Dr, Carlsbad
Oceana at Catamaran Resort
Savor a sumptuous holiday dinner that starts with bottomless plates of sushi and ends with an entire table spread of tarts and turnovers, but be sure to plan for the apple-cider-and-citrus-brined turkey course. Peer out at the view across Mission Bay from the resort’s ballroom while sipping on an Oceana espresso martini or zero-proof passionfruit-orange-guava juice with honey.
- Time: 2:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m.
- Price: $150 for adults; $68 for children between 5 and 12; free for children under 4
- Address: 3999 Mission Blvd, San Diego, CA 92109
ARLO
The 2024 Reader’s Choice winner for Best Hotel Restaurant and Critic’s Choice winner for Best Restaurant For Big Groups is Arlo. And this year they’re hosting a buffet with festive favorites for the whole family. Start with a persimmon and arugula salad with smoked goat cheese crumbles before forking over butter-poached turkey thighs and a side of roasted sweet potato with maple streusel. There will be a butternut squash ravioli option for the pasta-lovers in the house (including a choice of sauce and toppings), and no one can say no to the flourless chocolate cake as one of several dessert options.
- Time: 1:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
- Price: $90 per person, $38 for children 12 and under
- Address: 500 Hotel Circle N, San Diego
Rumorosa
Head over to the recently-opened Rumorosa on Harbor Island for their Thanksgiving buffet — and waterfront views from the Sheraton. Enjoy a “Cali-Baja dining experience” with curated starters like charcuterie plates with cheeses from both Mexico and California, followed by your pick of adobo-roasted turkey breast, black garlic-marinated NY strip, or something else entirely. Let loose with an eggnog rompope and tres leches cake, or cream cheese flan. For reservations, visit OpenTable.
- Time: 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
- Price: $49 adults and $25 kids 5 to 12; Kids under 5 eat free
- Address: 1380 Harbor Island Drive, San Diego
Thanksgiving Take-Home Meals
Juniper & Ivy
Feed parties of four to six guests with Juniper and Ivy’s thoughtfully-crafted holiday feast. Hassle-free yet elevated, Juniper and Ivy’s menu will allow you to host the perfect meal at home without the fuss involved in extensive preparation. Serve your family and friends the classics: herb-roasted turkey, Yukon gold potatoes, cider gravy, miso-maple candied yams, and parker house rolls. There are only a limited number of meals available, and pre-orders are now open.
- Time: Wednesday, November 27, from 12:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m.
- Price: $395
- Address: 2228 Kettner Blvd, San Diego
Terra
In addition to their a la carte menu, takeout-only Terra is serving an “everything but the bird” feast for four with a fall salad, roasted butternut squash soup, apple-pecan cornbread stuffing, and garlic-herb roasted cauliflower and broccoli. There’s even a scaled-down version as a fully prepared “kids menu” for the little ones in your life.
- Time: Orders must be placed by 12 p.m. on Saturday November 23 to be picked up between 1:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday, November 27.
- Price: A la carte items are available, and packages for four or more people start at $169.99
- Address: 7091 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego
The Plot
Vegetarians, rejoice: The Plot has you covered with a satisfying, sustainable, three-course dinner of an autumn quinoa salad drizzled with maple olive oil dressing, your choice of entree—though who is really going to be able to choose between lentil and wild-rice based apple sage sausage or chorizo-stuffed squash (also faux meat, in case you were wondering) —and a creamy pumpkin cheesecake with pepita creme and chocolate crumble. Carnivores shouldn’t get to have all the fun.
- Time: Pick-up Wednesday, November 27, between noon and 9:00 p.m.
- Price: $35 per person for individual meals
- Address: 1733 S Coast Hwy, Oceanside
Pop-Pie Co.
For the month of November, Pop-Pie Co will be running a limited-time special of their turkey-pot pie in a buttery crust, filled with an herb cream sauce and stuffed full of shredded meat, peas, carrots, and pearl onions. Enjoy them hot-and-ready, or frozen to prepare at home. Pop-Pie will also have pre-orders open for their nine-inch Thanksgiving specialty pies: pumpkin cream cheese with a soft custard, vegan apple cranberry ginger crumble, sweet and salty caramel apple crumble, or nutty and zesty bourbon pecan.
- Time: Turkey pot pies will be available during business hours at least through Thanksgiving day. Thanksgiving pie specialties will be available Wednesday, November 27, from 11 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. and Thursday, November 28 from 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m.
- Price: Turkey pot pie is $12.50 plus tax, all other specialty pies are $37 plus tax
- Address: 4404 Park Blvd suite a, San Diego
Beach Break Market
Don’t lift a finger and feel good about it with holiday catering from organic grab-and-go market Beach Break Market in La Jolla. Choose from appetizer platters of sweet potato bites, crudites, fresh fruit, and more. Get a beet and lemon salad with maple-balsamic vinaigrette and ricotta. Impress your guests by serving rosemary mustard lamb rack, stuffed acorn squash, and a side of the rosemary roasted rainbow carrots, or show up to someone else’s party with wild rice pilaf and winter mushrooms. If anyone asks, you definitely made it yourself. And your secret is safe with us.
- Time: Pickup is anytime during regular business hours (10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.) between November 1 to January 1.
- Price: Roughly $40 – $90 per person, depending on order
- Address: 5646 La Jolla Blvd, La Jolla
Tribute Pizza
Pizza? For Thanksgiving? Not quite, but certainly just as good. Tribute Pizza owner Matthew Lyons will be serving two versions of Thanksgiving dinner this year: A nourishing vegetarian option with a decades-old family recipe for a savory cheese and nut loaf, or all-natural turkey breast lightly smoked and roasted in the wood oven. Both will be accompanied by porcini mushroom gravy, Aunt Lynette’s Southwest stuffing, wood-fired focaccia with butter, and an organic greens and walnut salad. Pre-orders are officially open for pickup between 3:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. Wednesday, November 27.
- Price: $319 for the vegetarian package; $359 for the turkey package
- Time: 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, November 27
- Address: 3077 N Park Way, San Diego
Little Frenchie
Pre-orders are now live for Little Frenchie’s party trays and pies. Feed between four and six people with the Les Amis platter of domestic and imported cheeses, meats, house jam, spreads, breads, and dried fruit. There’s a larger size, the La Famille, that serves between eight and 12, and don’t forget to pick up a truly stunning dessert in the form of the restaurant’s holiday treats: an apple crumble pie with Biscoff cookie crust, cream cheese chantilly rosettes, filled with rich and delicious cheesecake; a pumpkin cinnamon roll cake with spiced pumpkin jam filling and a cream cheese glaze; or a barrel-aged bourbon pecan pie with a chocolate crust and satiny Valrhona chocolate mousse.
- Time: 11:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday, November 27
- Price: Pies start at $45, platters start at $85
- Address: 1166 Orange Ave, Coronado
Jensen’s Point Loma
Family-owned and operated since 1940, Jensen’s grocery store is selling Diestel turkeys ranging from 12 to 30+ pounds in size. Choose from fresh, fully cooked, or the whole bird as part of a holiday feast, including cranberry sauce, stuffing, King’s hawaiian rolls, pumpkin pie, and more. Fresh turkeys start at $4.59/lb, while the whole shebang goes for $259 to feed a dozen people. There’s also an organic, oven-ready option, and pre-orders are already available for your convenience.
- Time: Monday – Saturday, 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., Sunday 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
- Price: Fresh: $4.49/lb; oven-ready $5.59/lb; fresh organic: $5.99/lb, organic oven-ready: $6.99/lb; fully-cooked whole: $119.99/lb; complete feast $259.99 not including tax.
- Address: 955 Catalina Blvd #101, San Diego
Siesel’s Meats / Iowa Meat Farms
If you’ve never had a turducken, make 2024 your year with a fully-prepped, ready-for-baking turducken from one of our best butcher shops in San Diego: Siesel’s Meats in Bay Park and Iowa Meat Farms in Mission Gorge. Both locations will be selling at the same prices as 2023, and are eager to continue the two-plus decade tradition with meals of three different sizes that can feed between 10 and 30 people. Comprehensive instructions are available for the home chef. Orders must be placed by Thursday, November 21.
- Time: Orders must be placed by Thursday, November 21 via phone at 619-275-1234 (Siesel’s) or 619-281-5766 (Iowa Meat Farms), or in person at either store. Pickup will run during normal business hours from Friday, November 22, through Wednesday, November 27.
- Price: Purchases begin at $125 and go up to $195.
- Address: Siesel’s Meats: 4131 Ashton St, San Diego | Iowa Meat Farms: 6041 Mission Gorge Rd, San Diego
The Wise Ox
Pre-order a pasture-raised, naturally-fed whole turkey from Diestel Farms at either the North Park or La Costa Wise Ox location this Thanksgiving day. (Pro tip: They do sell out, so get your $50 deposit in quick). Birds will be roughly 16 to 18 pounds, and both outposts will also have homemade gravy, meat butters, Italian sausage and more for sale. Top it all off with a pumpkin or apple crumble pie prepared by executive pastry chef Jeremy Harville—the latter option of which is made from his grandma’s own special recipe.
- Time: Pick up between November 25 and November 27
- Price: Turkeys are $8.99 / lb, and crumble or pie is $35 each
- Addresses: North Park: 2855 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego | La Costa: 7755 El Camino Real, San Diego
Frost Me Cafe + Bakery
Pick up a scrumptious seasonal quiche for brunch from woman-owned Frost Me Cafe and Bakery. Current flavors include bacon, feta, and spinach; veggie and goat cheese; and ham cheddar and chive. Or, swing by the morning of Thanksgiving for their usual breakfast to keep your own kitchen clean. Owner Audrey Hermes will be preparing seven different specialty pies, including a gluten-free option (pumpkin coconut pecan) and a lemon blueberry tart that’s both gluten-free and vegan. Pies are $35 each and order close on Monday, November 25.
- Time: Open every day from 7:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m.
- Price: Pies are $35 each
- Address: 555 W Date St, San Diego, CA 92101
Del’s Hideout
Feed your whole family—or any group of six to eight people, really—with a turkey-day spread from barbecue favorite Del’s Hideout. Their pre-arranged package includes a choice of chef’s carving (a whole smoked turkey, beef brisket, or turkey breast), with three sides like killer beans and gluten-free bacon potato salad, and dinner rolls or cornbread. Not looking for a banquet? Keep it small and order a la carte, instead, and add a dessert of decadent banana pudding or sweet and crumbly peach cobbler. All orders must be placed by Monday, November 25, by 3:00 p.m. local time.
- Time: November 28, 2024, between 10 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
- Price: Feast is $214.95; sides and desserts are $29.95 a la carte. A la carte chef’s carvings are a whole smoked turkey for $129.95 (feeds 8-10), prime beef brisket for $31.95, or turkey breast for $29.95
- Address: 5351 Adobe Falls Rd, San Diego, CA 92120
Morena Provisions
Skip the hours of cooking this Thanksgiving and treat yourself to one of Morena Provisions’ takeout specials for up to 10 guests. This year’s menu features a savory turkey breast roulade, maple-roasted carrot salad, red wine-braised short ribs, and your choice of dark chocolate ganache or pecan pie for dessert. Place your order by Friday, November 22, for stress-free pickup or delivery.
- Time: Pickup available on Wednesday, 1 p.m. – 4 p.m.; delivery available Wednesday from 12 p.m. – 5 p.m.
- Pricing: A la carte options, with group packages starting at $19
- Location: 1122 Morena Blvd., Bay Park
Solare
Supplement your tablescape with takeout from the one and only Solare in Liberty Station. Voted a top five readers pick of the best restaurants in San Diego, this Michelin-guide spot has opened pre-orders for three iconic Italian dishes that blend comfort and taste. Purchase the Tuscan-style butternut squash soup—the secret ingredient for which is a little bit of white chocolate blended with the organic squash—by the quart. Or, opt for quarter- or full-sheets of thinly-sliced eggplant parmigiana or bechamel and bolognese lasagna made by chef Maria from Sicily. Email orders to [email protected] or call 619-270-9670.
- Time: Pickup will be from 12 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. daily from Saturday, November 23 until Wednesday, November 27
- Price: Orders start at $17 per portion and go up to $26 per portion
- Address: 2820 Roosevelt Rd, San Diego
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]]>Lotaria Restaurant Group owners chef Accursio Lota and Corinne Goria say they plan to mesh Lota’s Sicilian heritage with California’s agricultural bounty. “The restaurant’s menu will emphasize a lot of the coastal simplicity of Sicily with bold Mediterranean flavor,” Lota explains. They’ll also bring in Cori’s handmade pasta program, with plenty of local seafood.
Goria says that due to the space’s proximity to the La Jolla Playhouse, they’ll cater to theatergoers as well as the local community by offering an abridged version of the full menu. “Folks can make sure that they enjoy the pre-show at the restaurant and then still make it to the play on time,” she says. “We’re also hoping to have some thematic elements in the menu as well, that will bounce off of the plays that are going to be put on there—maybe drawing out certain themes from the play and transforming them into dishes.”
In terms of size, it’s quite a leap from cozy Cori, nearly double the diminutive space on Upas Street. The 2,600 square feet of indoor dining space will include a private dining room and an additional 1,400 square feet of patio dining, built by CLTVT (The LaFayette Hotel, Kingfisher) and designed by Bells & Whistles (Animae, Marisi, Jeune et Jolie). “We are trying to evoke warm summers in Sicily and also the sort of warm hospitality and welcoming atmosphere that you feel when you walk into someone’s home in Sicily,” explains Goria, likening the vibe to the Italian Riviera. “It’s like a postcard,” promises Lota.
The yet-to-be-name restaurant at 9165 Scholars Drive South won’t open until summer 2025, but the husband-and-wife duo don’t mind building their legacy with intention. “I’m from Sicily, we’re very slow and laid-back,” he laughs. “We don’t have a plan to open a certain number [of restaurants]… whatever comes, we’ll take, as long as we do it with full patience and enjoyment and in the spirit of life.”
San Diego Restaurant News & Food Events
New Taco Book Highlights San Diego/Baja’s Best Tacos
Taco Megaregion: The Essential Guide to San Diego & Tijuana’s Best Tacos came out on October 1 and has caused intense salivation ever since. Author W. Scott Koenig’s guidebook features a comprehensive guide to the best taco shops across the best taco region with tons of history, recommendations, and more tasty tidbits for readers to explore. Grab a copy here (and remember to shop local!)
Choose Your Own Adventure on November 2
I don’t know what it is about the first weekend in November, but there is a bonanza of events happening on Saturday, November 2. Olivewood Gardens’ Dinner at Dusk with Bica is almost sold out (tickets are available here), Stone Brewing World Bistro & Gardens in Escondido is throwing a 28th anniversary party (tickets available here), Valle is celebrating Día de Muertos with a six-course themed menu with optional cocktail and premium tequila pairing (reservations available here), and the Hotel del Coronado is hosting the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation’s 2024 Grand Chef Throwdown with chefs like Drew Deckman (31ThirtyOne), Kari Cota (Pendry San Diego), and more, with tickets available here. Honestly, there are probably more things going on around town, but this should give you a very robust jumping-off point to deliciousness.
Beth’s Bites
- Valley Farm Market has been working on their Del Mar location for about a year now, and based on the pending ABC license, it’s one step closer to becoming a reality. In the meantime, you can still stop by their original Spring Valley location and La Jolla outpost for top-notch butcher service and a very well-curated craft beer selection.
- I’ve long wondered what the deal was with the boarded-up Village Grill in Balboa Park, so I was stoked to hear the city is finally trying to revitalize it. The city of San Diego is now taking proposals from eateries to take over the space, so check out the requirements on the city’s website and submit your proposal by January 16, 2025.
- Blue Bowl Superfoods is expanding its San Diego footprint with a new location coming to 1940 S. Freeman Street, Suite 103 in Oceanside’s Freeman Collective early next year. The veteran-owned cafe chain, known for its build-your-own-acai bowl offerings, already has eight locations across Southern California, including one at UCSD. “Two of the partners went to school together at UCSD and have lived in SD as young adults,” explains CEO Teague Savitch. “Blue Bowl is excited to grow from UCSD into the greater SD community,” with more locations possibly on the way. Already home to Tanner’s Prime Burgers, Corner Pizza, Little Fox, and other restaurants, the Freeman Collective seems about to burst with good stuff. I’m not gonna lie—I’m a little envious of Oceanside’s ongoing food revolution.
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