Best Wine Bars in San Diego
February 15, 2009 by Allison Davis
Filed under Featured, Restaurants, Wine Bars
Few things compare to sipping a fine wine, especially when you can do it in the beautiful San Diego surroundings. From wine tastings to rare varietals, these establishments have everything that even the most discriminating connoisseur could ask for. Below are the ten best wine bars in San Diego:
1. The Barrel Room-Vintage Wine Bar & Bistro
858-673-7512
16765 Bernardo Center Dr
San Diego, CA 92128
2. Excalibur Cigar Lounge & Wine Bar
858-549-4422
7094 Miramar Rd 113
San Diego, CA 92121
3. Venice Ristorante & Wine Bar
858-597-1189
4365 Executive Dr
San Diego, CA 92121
4. Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar
619-237-1155
380 K St
San Diego, CA 92101
5. Gaffney’s Wine Bar
760-633-1011
897 S Coast Highway 101
Encinitas, CA 92024
6. Wet Stone Wine Bar & Cafe
619-255-2856
1927 4th Ave
San Diego, CA 92101
7. Trisler’s Wine Bar
619-298-1501
8555 Station Village Ln
San Diego, CA 92108
8. Tango Restaurant & Wine Bar
760-747-5000
417 W Grand Ave
Escondido, CA 92025
9. The Vine Wine Bar & Bistro
619-722-7046
2502 Alpine Blvd
Alpine, CA 91901
10. Toscana Cafe Wine Bar
619-231-5788
238 5th Ave
San Diego, CA 92101
Best Spas in San Diego
February 15, 2009 by Allison Davis
Filed under Featured, Lifestyle, Spas
If you’re looking for a relaxing day at the spa, San Diego has exactly what you need. From deep tissues massages to pedicures, these luxurious establishments will pamper you to no end. Below are the ten best spas in San Diego:
1. Victoria Rose Spa
619-544-0136
136 W. Fir
San Diego, CA 92101
2. Alegra Skin Care & Day Spa
619-293-0252
3069 Reynard Way
San Diego, CA 92103
3. Relaxation Plus
619-295-5595
1467 Kettner Blvd
San Diego, CA 92101
4. Walden Ashe Day Spa
619-295-7302
930 W. Washington Ste 3
San Diego, CA 92103
5. Beauty Kliniek Aromatherapy Day Spa And Wellness Center
858-457-0191
3268 Governor Dr
San Diego, CA 92122
6. Skin Care Unlimited
619-697-0844
5200 Lake Murray Blvd
La Mesa, CA 91942
7. Bellissima Day Spa
888-234-4099
122 E. Grand Ave
Escondido, CA 92025
8. A Day Spa Aromatherapy Salon
619-293-3093
325 W. Washington
San Diego, CA 92103
9. Salon Identity
619-239-0474
418 10th Ave
San Diego, CA 92101
10. Spa Velia
619-235-0000
401 W A St
San Diego, CA 92101
Best Florists and Flower Shops in San Diego
February 14, 2009 by Allison Davis
Filed under Businesses, Featured, Florists & Flower Shops
Whether you are looking for an elaborate floral arrangement or a single rose, these talented professionals will assist you in every way. I especially enjoyed the family-like service that these businesses give on a daily basis. Below are the ten best florists and flower shops in San Diego:
1. Adelaide’s Florists & Decorators
858-454-0140
7766 Girard Ave
La Jolla, CA 92037
2. Precious Petals
619-584-8757
10491 San Diego Mission Rd
San Diego, CA 92108
3. Floral Gallery
858-909-0808
6755 Mira Mesa Blvd. Ste 121
San Diego, CA 92121
4. Mission Hills & Hillcrest Florist
800-872-0045
901 W Washington
San Diego, CA 92103
5. La Canada Flowers
619-582-5021
5971 University Ave # 312
San Diego, CA 92115
6. Crozier’s Flowers
800-691-1230
139 Main St
Vista, CA 92083
7. Molly Malloy’s Floral Company
619-584-8984
4242 Camino Del Rio North Suite 1
San Diego, CA 92108
8. Flower Girls
858-273-0023
4645 Cass Street Ste 101
San Diego, CA 92109
9. Coronado Flower Lady
619-435-1053
1125 Loma Ave #107
Coronado, CA 92118
10. Liz’s Flowers
619-285-3847
6634 Mission Gorge Rd
San Diego, CA 92120
Best Restaurants in San Diego
February 14, 2009 by Allison Davis
Filed under Best Restaurants, Featured, Restaurants
San Diego is world renowned for its scenic beauty, and rivaling this beauty are the numerous exquisite fine dining establishments that fill this wondrous city. From fresh seafood to succulent steaks, this Southern Californian metropolis has cuisine for every taste. Below are the ten best restaurants in San Diego:
1. NOBU
619-814-4124
Hard Rock Hotel
207 5th Ave
San Diego, CA 92101
2. Addison
858-314-1900
The Grand Del Mar
5200 Grand Del Mar Way
San Diego, CA 92130
3. Bertrand at Mr. A’s
619-239-1377
2550 5th Ave
12th floor of the Fifth Avenue Center
San Diego, CA 92103
4. A.R. Valentien
858-777-6635
The Lodge at Torrey Pines
11480 N Torrey Pines Rd
La Jolla, CA 92037
5. Donovan’s Steak & Chop House
858-450-6666
4340 La Jolla Village Dr
San Diego, CA 92122
6. Mille Fleurs
858-756-3085
6009 Paseo Delicias Ave
Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92091
7. Rama
619-501-8424
327 4th Ave
San Diego, CA 92101
8. Petrini’s Restaurant
619-595-0322
610 W Ash St
San Diego, CA 92101
9. WineSellar & Brasserie
858-450-9557
9550 Waples St Suite 115
San Diego, CA 92121
10. Oceanaire Seafood Room
619-858-2277
400 J St
San Diego, CA 92101
Best Tutors and Learning Centers in San Diego
February 14, 2009 by Allison Davis
Filed under Education, Featured, Tutors & Learning Centers
Getting an edge in the classroom has never been easier. From in-home tutoring services to full feature educational establishments, your child is sure to get the assistance needed for grade improvement. Below are the ten best tutors and learning centers in San Diego:
1. Academic Advantage - In-Home Tutoring
866-788-8677
Serving the San Diego Area
2. Club Z! In-Home Tutoring Services
866-448-8867
Serving the San Diego Area
3. The Learning Garden
619-296-8185
2831 Camino Del Rio South ste 104
San Diego, CA 92108
4. Sylvan Learning Centers
888-839-2048
Serving the San Diego Area
Call for the Location Nearest You
5. Huntington Learning Center
888-281-4775
Serving the San Diego Area
Call for the Location Nearest You
6. San Diego Tutors
619-823-6021
9120 Jonell Ct
La Mesa, CA 91942
7. TutorJam - In-Home Tutoring
877-452-6669
Serving the San Diego Area
8. Pacific Tutors - In-Home Tutoring
858-344-8650
Serving the San Diego Area
9. Banyan Tree Learning Center - Learning Disability Specialists
858-578-6616
9636 Tierra Grande
San Diego, CA 92126
10. The Princeton Review - SAT, ACT, MCAT, LSAT, GMAT, & GRE Test Prep
858-558-0500
3262 Holiday Court, Suite 101
La Jolla, CA 92037
Best Attorneys and Law Firms in San Diego
February 14, 2009 by Allison Davis
Filed under Attorneys, Businesses, Featured
No matter what side of a legal dispute you may be on, hiring a skilled attorney is one of the most important prerequisites to emerging victorious. From family law to criminal defense, these law professionals are at the top of their field and will assist you through this time. Below are the ten best attorneys and law firms in San Diego:
1. William F Nimmo Law Office - Criminal Defense
619-702-9484
110 West C Street, Suite 1803
San Diego, CA 92101
2. Law Offices Of Randall A Dierlam - Family Law
619-618-2991
1901 1st Ave
San Diego, CA 92101
3. Law Offices Of Stanley D. Prowse - Family Law & Real Estate
619-632-5154
5876 Owens Av
Carlsbad, CA 92008
4. Law Offices of Kerry Armstrong - Criminal Defense & Sex Crimes
619-234-2300
3555 4th Avenue
San Diego, CA 92103
5. Lombardo Domenic J. - Criminal Defense
619-232-5122
1202 Kettner Blvd Ste 4200
San Diego, CA 92101
6. Dunne & Dunne - Family Law
619-232-9260
600 B St Suite 2020
San Diego, CA 92101
7. Michael Pines Attorney At Law - Car Accident Specialist
619-444-4421
1010 Second Avenue, Suite 1750
San Diego, CA 92101
8. Abrigo & Estolano Law Offices - Habla Espanol
619-422-7722
737 3d Ave
Chula Vista, CA 91910
9. Injury Law Center - Personal Injury
619-338-8230
1202 Kettner Blvd. Ste 4400
San Diego, CA 92101
10. William Christoph and Nicholas Christoph - Criminal Defense & DUI
760-941-5720
400 S. Melrose Dr. # 101
Vista, Ca 92081
Best Real Estate Agents in San Diego
February 14, 2009 by Allison Davis
Filed under Featured, Living & Real Estate, Real Estate Agents
Whether you are buying or selling your home, partnering with a professional real estate agent is always a wise decision. Below are the ten best real estate agents in San Diego:
1. Premiere Homes
858-455-6701
5440 Morehouse Drive
San Diego, CA 92121
2. La Jolla Coastal Real Estate
858-456-756
7529 Draper Ave. Ste B
La Jolla, CA 92037
3. Realty Corp Of California
619-813-3113
3111 Camino Del Rio N. Suite 400
San Diego, CA 92108
4. Keith Woolgar - Century 21
619-573-4558
Serving the San Diego Area
5. 1st Choice Realty - Century 21
619-276-1111
3091 Clairemont Dr
San Diego, CA 92117
6. Chris Love Coastal Properties
858-581-5683
3865 Mission Blvd
San Diego, CA 92109
7. Hammerstone
858-456-6640
7752 Fay Ave
La Jolla, CA 92037
8. AMSI
858-488-6700
734 Salem Court
San Diego, CA 92109
9. ERA Eagle Estates Realty
858-484-2930
9906 Carmel Mountain Rd
San Diego, CA 92129
10. La Jolla Cove Realty
858-454-0157
1150 Silverado Suite 11
La Jolla, CA 92037
Top Pet Activities in San Diego
January 10, 2009 by Allison Davis
Filed under Featured, Lifestyle, Pet Activities
Calling all animal lovers! San Diego is a pet sanctuary, whether you want to visit the downtown mall, Padre game or local park, you can bring Fido along. Out of all the cities I’ve visited, San Diego is bar far the most pet friendly of them all. Below are the ten best pet activities in the city:
Best Italian Restaurants in San Diego
January 10, 2009 by Allison Davis
Filed under Featured, Italian, Restaurants
I will let you in on an insider secret, San Diego has some of the best Italian food I’ve ever had! I know that Southern California would not be your first guess for where to get authentic Italian cuisine, however if you take a trip down to Little Italy you will discover some hidden gems that give an unforgettable dining experience. Below are the ten best Italian restaurants in San Diego:
1. Petrini’s Restaurant
619-595-0322
610 W Ash St
San Diego, CA 92101
2. Old Venice Italian Restaurant Caffe & Bar
619-222-5888
2910 Canon
San Diego, CA 92106
3. The Godfather
858-560-1747
7878 Clairemont Mesa Bl
San Diego, CA 92111
4. Primavera Ristorante
619-435-0454
932 Orange Ave
Coronado, CA 92118
5. Buca di Beppo
619-233-7272
705 6th Ave
San Diego, CA 92101
6. Asti Ristorante
619-232-8844
728 5th Ave
San Diego, CA 92101
7. Dimille’s Italian Restaurant
619-283-3153
3492 Adams Ave
San Diego, CA 92116
8. Piatti Ristorante & Bar
858-454-1589
2182 Avenida de la Playa
La Jolla, CA 92037
9. Trattoria La Strada
619-239-3400
705 5th Ave
San Diego, CA 92101
10. Vivace
760-603-6800
Four Seasons Resort Aviara
7100 Four Seasons Point
Carlsbad, CA 92011
Best Hotels and Resorts in San Diego
January 10, 2009 by Allison Davis
Filed under Featured, Hotels & Resorts, Living & Real Estate
Looking to visit San Diego for a short trip or maybe even an extended vacation? Well you’re in luck because SD offers both tourists and business travelers some of the most luxurious accommodations in the nation. My legendary establishments like the Catamaran near the beach to modern marvels such as the W Hotel near the fast-paced Gaslamp district, this city has something for every taste. Below are the best places to stay in San Diego:
1. Ivy Hotel - Gaslamp Quarter
619.814.1000
600 F St
San Diego, CA 92101
2. W Hotel
619-238-1078
421 W B St
San Diego, CA 92101
3. Hard Rock Boutique Hotel
866-751-7625
207 Fifth Avenue
San Diego, CA 92101
4. Coronado Island Marriott Resort
619-435-3000
2000 2nd St
Coronado, CA 92118
5. Omni San Diego Hotel
619-231-6664
675 L St
San Diego, CA 92101
6. US Grant Hotel
619-232-3121
326 Broadway
San Diego, CA 92101
7. Scripps Inn
858-454-3391
555 Coast Blvd S
La Jolla, CA 92037
8. La Valencia Hotel
858-454-0771
1132 Prospect St
La Jolla, CA 92037
9. Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego
619-232-1234
1 Market Pl
San Diego, CA 92101
10. Westgate Hotel
619-238-1818
1055 2nd Ave
San Diego, CA 92101