Guidebook for Encinitas

Melissa
Guidebook for Encinitas

Food Scene

It's only steps away, and too cute for words! Definitely try the baked goods. And if you need caffeine, can't go wrong with the Keith Richards. Just ask.
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Pannikin Coffee & Tea
510 N Coast Hwy 101
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It's only steps away, and too cute for words! Definitely try the baked goods. And if you need caffeine, can't go wrong with the Keith Richards. Just ask.
It's fresh and delicious! We love the simple grilled fish plate with corn salad and grilled romaine. It's fast-casual, i.e. you order at the counter and then sit. But the prices are a little up there bc it's SO good. Be ready to face a long line.
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Fish 101 Leucadia
1468 N Coast Hwy 101
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It's fresh and delicious! We love the simple grilled fish plate with corn salad and grilled romaine. It's fast-casual, i.e. you order at the counter and then sit. But the prices are a little up there bc it's SO good. Be ready to face a long line.
It's the best sandwiches in town! Great for lunch. You NEED to try the house-made chips.
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Moto Deli
190 N Coast Hwy 101
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It's the best sandwiches in town! Great for lunch. You NEED to try the house-made chips.
Whether you have kids or not, you NEED to brave the line for ice cream at least one night. It's the best in SoCal!
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Handel's Homemade Ice Cream
90 N Coast Hwy 101
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Whether you have kids or not, you NEED to brave the line for ice cream at least one night. It's the best in SoCal!
Fast-casual and great for lunch or dinner. Order your fresh fish and sides at the counter and hang on the open-air patio. And if you have a dog, bring your pup too!
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Encinitas Fish Shop
1010 S Coast Hwy 101
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Fast-casual and great for lunch or dinner. Order your fresh fish and sides at the counter and hang on the open-air patio. And if you have a dog, bring your pup too!
The best acai bowls and a funky, traditional Encinitas atmosphere.
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Swamis Cafe
1163 S Coast Hwy 101
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The best acai bowls and a funky, traditional Encinitas atmosphere.
It's the best pizza in town, but you also need to try their truffled popcorn appetizer!
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Blue Ribbon Artisan Pizzeria
897 S Coast Hwy 101
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It's the best pizza in town, but you also need to try their truffled popcorn appetizer!

Drinks & Nightlife

A really cool venue that books in great acts from a wide variety of genres. Check the schedule in the free San Diego Reader that you can grab at Pannikin!
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Belly Up
143 S Cedros Ave
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A really cool venue that books in great acts from a wide variety of genres. Check the schedule in the free San Diego Reader that you can grab at Pannikin!
Very cool open-air bar/lounge. It's where 'the beautiful people' hang out.
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SHELTER Encinitas
540 S Coast Hwy 101
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Very cool open-air bar/lounge. It's where 'the beautiful people' hang out.

Sightseeing

It's your local beach! Has a wooden staircase for access.
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Beacon Beach
948 Neptune Ave
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It's your local beach! Has a wooden staircase for access.

Parks & Nature

Dogs can't go on the beaches in Encinitas, but this one is pretty close and always full of adorable pups!
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Del Mar North Beach
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Dogs can't go on the beaches in Encinitas, but this one is pretty close and always full of adorable pups!
Easiest beach to access with kids and it has everything you'll need for a fun day.
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Moonlight Beach
400 B St
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Easiest beach to access with kids and it has everything you'll need for a fun day.
Like the name says, you'll have to clim the stone steps to get down to the beach. But we love it because there's always tons of space for your sprawl, and great surfing!
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Stonesteps
340 S El Portal St
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Like the name says, you'll have to clim the stone steps to get down to the beach. But we love it because there's always tons of space for your sprawl, and great surfing!

Shopping

Experience surfer culture at this hub of all things beachy. You need to check out the 'Board Room.'
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Hansen Surfboards
1105 S Coast Hwy 101
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Experience surfer culture at this hub of all things beachy. You need to check out the 'Board Room.'

Essentials

A great spot for picking up fresh fruit, cheap.
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Just Peachy
1354 N Coast Hwy 101
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A great spot for picking up fresh fruit, cheap.
The best place to buy groceries - like Whole Foods, if it were run by a surfer.
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Cardiff Seaside Market
2087 San Elijo Ave
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The best place to buy groceries - like Whole Foods, if it were run by a surfer.

Entertainment & Activities

Reserve your reclining sofa seat ahead of time and prepare to dine on delicious caramel popcorn or appetizers on their wide menu.
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Cinépolis Luxury Cinemas La Costa Paseo Real
6941 El Camino Real
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Reserve your reclining sofa seat ahead of time and prepare to dine on delicious caramel popcorn or appetizers on their wide menu.
It's old, creaky and slightly musty. And home to two cats! But there's something special about this tiny theatre that plays cult faves like Rocky Horror Picture Show and artsy flicks.
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La Paloma Theatre
471 S Coast Hwy 101
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It's old, creaky and slightly musty. And home to two cats! But there's something special about this tiny theatre that plays cult faves like Rocky Horror Picture Show and artsy flicks.