Lisa’s guidebook

Lisa
Lisa’s guidebook

Sightseeing

Dog park, playground, skatepark! Dog park usually closed in October for maintenance.
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Encinitas Community Park
425 Santa Fe Dr
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Dog park, playground, skatepark! Dog park usually closed in October for maintenance.
Ocean view library :-)
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Encinitas Library
540 Cornish Dr
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Ocean view library :-)
Worth the entry fee. There is something for all ages here. Epic kids play area with tree house
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San Diego Botanic Garden
300 Quail Gardens Dr
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Worth the entry fee. There is something for all ages here. Epic kids play area with tree house
Got kids? Legoland is a must!
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LEGOLAND California
One Legoland Dr
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Got kids? Legoland is a must!
Pricey luxury theater. Reserve seats early!
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Cinépolis Luxury Cinemas La Costa Paseo Real
6941 El Camino Real
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Pricey luxury theater. Reserve seats early!
Historic theater that is super close and ½ price of other theatres. Locals (Lisa) grew up going here!!
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La Paloma Theatre
471 S Coast Hwy 101
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Historic theater that is super close and ½ price of other theatres. Locals (Lisa) grew up going here!!
You can walk to this beach from our place. Famous surf break and views and air that will cleanse your soul.
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Swami's Beach
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You can walk to this beach from our place. Famous surf break and views and air that will cleanse your soul.
Close beach access
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D Street Viewpoint Park
404 W D St
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Close beach access
This beach has fire rings, outdoor showers, snack shack, equipment rentals, lifeguards, and a decent parking lot.
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Moonlight Beach
400 B St
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This beach has fire rings, outdoor showers, snack shack, equipment rentals, lifeguards, and a decent parking lot.
Local farmer's market on weekends
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Leucadia Farmers Market
185 Union St
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Local farmer's market on weekends
Amazing gardens open to public at the south end of 2nd street. Visit quietly and find serenity here. No dogs.
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Self-Realization Fellowship Encinitas Temple
939 2nd St
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Amazing gardens open to public at the south end of 2nd street. Visit quietly and find serenity here. No dogs.
Great surf shop that has been around since I can remember
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Hansen Surfboards
1105 S Coast Hwy 101
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Great surf shop that has been around since I can remember
Plant nursery with a few farm animals. Might be worth a visit with the kids.
Sunshine Gardens
155 Quail Gardens Dr
Plant nursery with a few farm animals. Might be worth a visit with the kids.
Great for kids. Skate park, dog park, sports fields, and huge aquatic center with 2 high dives, 2 low dives, water play area, and low entry fees. Check City of Carlsbad Alga Norte Aquatic Center site for hours and fees.
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Alga Norte Community Park
6565 Alicante Rd
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Great for kids. Skate park, dog park, sports fields, and huge aquatic center with 2 high dives, 2 low dives, water play area, and low entry fees. Check City of Carlsbad Alga Norte Aquatic Center site for hours and fees.
Great little hike into a sand canyon. We usually park at north end of Cedros Ave north of Lomas Santa Fe drive. Dogs allowed on leash.
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Annies Canyon Trail
2550 Solana Hills Trail
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Great little hike into a sand canyon. We usually park at north end of Cedros Ave north of Lomas Santa Fe drive. Dogs allowed on leash.
Lots of good hiking with breathtaking views from cliffs over Del Mar/La Jolla. May not allow dogs in certain areas. Check State Parks site for rules.
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Torrey Pines State Reserve
12600 North Torrey Pines Road
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Lots of good hiking with breathtaking views from cliffs over Del Mar/La Jolla. May not allow dogs in certain areas. Check State Parks site for rules.
Call ahead for reservation if you would like to parasail. Tandem rides available with minimal training during good weather. I highly recommend it! Or just bring a picnic and watch!
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Torrey Pines Gliderport
2800 Torrey Pines Scenic Dr
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Call ahead for reservation if you would like to parasail. Tandem rides available with minimal training during good weather. I highly recommend it! Or just bring a picnic and watch!
Good little shop for clothing, souvenirs and surfboard rental
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IRON CROSS SURFBOARDS
2107 San Elijo Ave
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Good little shop for clothing, souvenirs and surfboard rental
amazing views and great place to see the seals
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Children's Pool La Jolla
834 Coast Blvd S
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amazing views and great place to see the seals
World famous and a must see. Wear walking shoes and bring your camera!
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San Diego Zoo Safari Park
15500 San Pasqual Valley Rd
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World famous and a must see. Wear walking shoes and bring your camera!
World famous zoo! This a must see
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San Diego Zoo
2920 Zoo Dr
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World famous zoo! This a must see
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Fleet Science Center
1875 El Prado
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Outdoor summer performances in Vista (30 minute drive)
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Moonlight Ampitheatre
1250 Vale Terrace Dr
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Outdoor summer performances in Vista (30 minute drive)
Small neighborhood park close to home with play structure, grass area, picnic tables, and basketball court. No restrooms.
Mildred MacPherson Park
1045 S Vulcan Ave
Small neighborhood park close to home with play structure, grass area, picnic tables, and basketball court. No restrooms.
Fun play area for kids with beach access with shower and restrooms. There is a play structure here.
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Fletcher Cove Beach Park
111 S Sierra Ave
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Fun play area for kids with beach access with shower and restrooms. There is a play structure here.
Nature walks with interesting bridges and views. Children’s play area.
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San Dieguito County Park
1628 Lomas Santa Fe Dr
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Nature walks with interesting bridges and views. Children’s play area.
Goat yoga and private farm visits. Book in advance as spaces fill up quickly. https://www.sugarsweetfarm.com/
3563 Fortuna Ranch Rd
3563 Fortuna Ranch Road
Goat yoga and private farm visits. Book in advance as spaces fill up quickly. https://www.sugarsweetfarm.com/

Food scene

Quick and delicious food with outdoor seating. Lisa's favorite Encinitas restaurant. Dog friendly patio!
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Swamis Cafe
1163 S Coast Hwy 101
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Quick and delicious food with outdoor seating. Lisa's favorite Encinitas restaurant. Dog friendly patio!
Cafeteria style food that is quick and delicious and has something for everyone. Dog friendly patio.
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Urban Plates
12857 El Camino Real
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Cafeteria style food that is quick and delicious and has something for everyone. Dog friendly patio.
Delicious Italian food in a cozy environment
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Vigilucci's Trattoria Italiana
530 N Coast Hwy 101
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Delicious Italian food in a cozy environment
Delicious vegan food
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Native Foods Cafe
127 N El Camino Real
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Delicious vegan food
Greek food
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The Kebab Shop
630 Ninth Ave
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Greek food
An Encinitas classic right in the heart of downtown. Live music some nights
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The Roxy Encinitas
517 S Coast Hwy 101
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An Encinitas classic right in the heart of downtown. Live music some nights
Ocean view and pretty good food. An Encinitas legend
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Ki's Restaurant
2591 S Coast Hwy 101
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Ocean view and pretty good food. An Encinitas legend
Super close delicious food and dog friendly patio
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Lotus Cafe & Juice Bar
765 S Coast Hwy 101
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Super close delicious food and dog friendly patio
Delicious and healthy!
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GOODONYA® Organic Eatery
1051 S Coast Hwy 101
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Delicious and healthy!
Trendy coffee place serving light meals and a couple tasty smoothie options. Small seating area on sidewalk that is dog friendly.
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Better Buzz Coffee Roasters
578 S Coast Hwy 101
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Trendy coffee place serving light meals and a couple tasty smoothie options. Small seating area on sidewalk that is dog friendly.
Classis and delicious diner food
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101 Cafe Historic 1928
631 S Coast Hwy
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Classis and delicious diner food
Diner food and good service.
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Encinitas Cafe
531 S Coast Hwy 101
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Diner food and good service.
The only donut shop on the planet worth visiting. Chocolate glazed donuts are insane!
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VG Donut & Bakery
106 Aberdeen Dr
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The only donut shop on the planet worth visiting. Chocolate glazed donuts are insane!
Very creative, delicious, and affordable tacos. So good and close!
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City Tacos
3028 University Ave
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Very creative, delicious, and affordable tacos. So good and close!
Local grocery store with amazing deli. Pick up a beach picnic here or grab fresh foods to prepare at home. If you like meat ask for the "cardiff crack". Vegetarian options and food for every diet. Grab a Starbucks next door too.
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Cardiff Seaside Market
2087 San Elijo Ave
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Local grocery store with amazing deli. Pick up a beach picnic here or grab fresh foods to prepare at home. If you like meat ask for the "cardiff crack". Vegetarian options and food for every diet. Grab a Starbucks next door too.
Owners changed name from Handel's ice cream and most of the flavors are still outstanding.
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Cali Cream Homemade Ice Cream
90 N Coast Hwy 101
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Owners changed name from Handel's ice cream and most of the flavors are still outstanding.
boba, gelato, smoothies, and snacks
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Gelato 101
480 S Coast Hwy 101
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boba, gelato, smoothies, and snacks
Traditional affordable Mexican food with a slightly healthier twist. Delicious salsa. Love the veggie burritos or veggie burrito with chicken!
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Rico's Taco Shop
165 S El Camino Real
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Traditional affordable Mexican food with a slightly healthier twist. Delicious salsa. Love the veggie burritos or veggie burrito with chicken!
Our favorite little Italian place down the street
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Trattoria I Trulli
830 S Coast Hwy 101
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Our favorite little Italian place down the street
Tasty fish tacos and Mexican food. A cheap and delicious eat!
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Rubio's Coastal Grill
437 Hwy 101
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Tasty fish tacos and Mexican food. A cheap and delicious eat!
Casual dining and bakery items with seating on a large lovely patio in the Lumberyard. Dogs okay on leash.
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ST. TROPEZ BAKERY & BISTRO.
947 S Coast Hwy 101
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Casual dining and bakery items with seating on a large lovely patio in the Lumberyard. Dogs okay on leash.
Greasy, unhealthy but oh so classic, delicious and cheap. 12 minute walk. Use a walking app to map a shortcut off streets. Cross Requeza bridge and turn left into the dirt walking trail to short cut.
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In-N-Out Burger
130 Calle Magdalena
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Greasy, unhealthy but oh so classic, delicious and cheap. 12 minute walk. Use a walking app to map a shortcut off streets. Cross Requeza bridge and turn left into the dirt walking trail to short cut.
Tasty food, beer, and fun environment.
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Union Kitchen & Tap
1108 S Coast Hwy 101
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Tasty food, beer, and fun environment.
Historic building with a lot of charm. Nice coffees, baked goods, gift shop, and light menu. Order at the counter. No table service.
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Pannikin Coffee & Tea
510 N Coast Hwy 101
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Historic building with a lot of charm. Nice coffees, baked goods, gift shop, and light menu. Order at the counter. No table service.
Our favorite Thai place nearby. We usually do carry out. Thai salad and Panang chicken make an easy, delicious meal.
Thai Society Restaurant
1070 North El Camino Real
Our favorite Thai place nearby. We usually do carry out. Thai salad and Panang chicken make an easy, delicious meal.
Sunday farmer's market http://www.leucadiafarmersmarket.com/
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Leucadia Farmers Market
185 Union St
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Sunday farmer's market http://www.leucadiafarmersmarket.com/
Nice dine-in seafood and bar area where they serve nice food and drinks. Kids menu too. Valet parking.
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Brigantine
3263 Camino Del Mar
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Nice dine-in seafood and bar area where they serve nice food and drinks. Kids menu too. Valet parking.

Dog friendly

Dogs allowed on leash
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Cardiff State Beach
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Dogs allowed on leash
Off leash in winter and on leash in summer. Pay meters for parking via credit card.
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Del Mar North Beach
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Off leash in winter and on leash in summer. Pay meters for parking via credit card.
Off leash hours during posted days
View Point Park
56 E D St
Off leash hours during posted days
Cheap ish eats. Dogs okay on patio
Blaze Pizza
127 N El Camino Real
Cheap ish eats. Dogs okay on patio
Refurbished trails for easy walking. Small parking lot so try to avoid busy times of day.
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San Elijo Lagoon Nature Center
2710 Manchester Ave
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Refurbished trails for easy walking. Small parking lot so try to avoid busy times of day.

Health and safety

I hope you don’t need it but this is 2 blocks away with 24 hour emergency room
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Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas
354 Santa Fe Dr
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The top emergency room if you can survive a 15-20 minute drive.
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Scripps Green Hospital
10666 N Torrey Pines Rd
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The top emergency room if you can survive a 15-20 minute drive.
Emergency room for kids and teens. 30 minute drive. Unfortunately we know to go here if a kid is hurt :-(
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Rady Children’s Hospital - San Diego
3020 Children's Way
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Emergency room for kids and teens. 30 minute drive. Unfortunately we know to go here if a kid is hurt :-(
Urgent care and covid 19 testing for travelers
Carbon Health
6971 El Camino Real
Urgent care and covid 19 testing for travelers

Spiritual/ religion

Welcoming to all denominations. Come as you are. Or just listen online if you want to lie on the beach and go to "church" for uplifting messages and positive thoughts.
Seaside Center for Spiritual Living
1613 Lake Dr
Welcoming to all denominations. Come as you are. Or just listen online if you want to lie on the beach and go to "church" for uplifting messages and positive thoughts.
Unreal gardens along the cliffs close by for meditation or to just breathe. Welcoming everyone but must maintain quiet atmosphere.
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Meditation Gardens
215 W K St
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Unreal gardens along the cliffs close by for meditation or to just breathe. Welcoming everyone but must maintain quiet atmosphere.

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Sedvänjor och kultur

Bikes share full lanes. Unlicensed drivers on E bikes.

Please use extreme caution & be patient.
Ta sig runt

B Encinitas Bike rental

Check out B encinitas bike rental app. Looks like great fun!