beach & bay press readers choice awards 2013

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DININGBest Overall RestaurantTable 926(See listing in photo box on Page 13)

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Nick’s at the Beach This neighborhood restaurant has made a namefor itself by serving the best seafood in a com-fortable, casual environment. It’s also nostranger to press accolades — a local magazineonce rated it the top neighborhood eatery. Thesidewalk café can accommodate up to 20 peopleand the sports bar upstairs touts a large outdooroceanview deck and 29 TVs. But what’s on themenu counts, too, like the tortilla-crusted mahimahi, pastas, dinner salads, sandwiches andChilean sea bass, a huge local favorite. Add thebanquet facilities and take-out service, andyou’ve got Nicks, now 14 years on and nothingin its way. Visit Nick’s at the Pier in OceanBeach, too!Nick’s at the Beach809 Thomas Ave.(858) 270-1730nicksatthebeach.com

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Best Overall ServiceThe Patio on Lamont Street(See photo in photo box on Page 5)

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Duck DiveThe Duck Dive offers an experience unlike anyother in Pacific Beach. The gastropub-inspiredlounge offers guests an upscale experience in acasual beach atmosphere. The Duck Dive serveshigh-quality food and a superior drinking expe-rience with a lineup of local microbrew, anextensive craft cocktail menu and contemporarycocktail staples. The restaurant also has “LazySundays,” “Wine Down Wednesdays” and evena kids’ menu, making it a fun place to eat anddrink for the whole family.The Duck Dive4650 Mission Blvd.(858) 273-3825theduckdive.com

Best AmericanNick’s at the Beach (See listing under Best Overall Service)

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Firehouse American Eatery + LoungeLocated next to the Pacific Beach fire stationand just steps away from the beach, Firehousemixes downtown-type luxury (leather sofas, firepit bar, patio seating) with Pacific Beach casual— board shorts, flips-flops and the usual beach-town trademark sartorials. In terms of food, it’sall about appetizers like fondue, quesadillas andmini-corndogs. Along with the sandwiches, sal-ads and lighter dinner fare is a small dessertmenu which includes chocolate chip cookiesand milk.Firehouse American Eatery + Lounge722 Grand Ave.(858) 274-3100firehousepb.com

Best AppetizerDuck Dive(See listing under Best Overall Service)

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Firehouse(See listing under Best American)

Best BagelsThe Purple CafeThis is Pacific Beach's oldest coffee house,established in 1977 and formerly known asJavanican. This laid-back cafe serves up organiccoffee, fresh bagels and other delectible delightsone might expect at a coffee shop. What youmay not know is you can find live music andgreat atmosphere. Check out the website formusic schedule.The Purple Cafe4338 Cass St.(858) 412-4802javanican.com

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ArchitectArt GalleryAttorneyAuto DetailAuto RepairBankBike ShopBookstoreCar WashCarpet CleanerChiropractorComputer RepairContractorDay SpaDentistDoctorFinancial PlanningFloristFurniture StoreGregory StoreHair SalonHotelJewelryLocal AttractionNail SalonNurseryPaint StorePersonal Trainer(Name&Co)Pet Hospital/VetPet StorePilatesPlace with Exotic GiftsPlace with Unusual GiftsPlumberPrinterResale ShopShipping/PackagingShoe StoreSkate ShopSmog CheckSurf ShopSwimsuitsTravel StoreWomen's ApparelWorkout Spot

Oasis ArchitectsSurfindianMcGill Lewis Law GroupPB DetailPB Foreign AutoSan Diego County Credit UnionRusty SpokesTravel DepotLa Jolla CarwashSame Day Carpet Cleaning Libs ChiropracticSD LaptopsArmstrong ConstructionThe Catamaran SpaDr FremontDr AndersonSchoettle FinancialImpulsive FlowersUnderground FurnitureSproutsTanglezTower 23PangaeaBelmont ParkFrench NailsGreen GardensSherwin WilliamsAddie @ Addies StudioGrand Animal HospitalNoah's ArkCorepower YogaMotu HawaiiPangaeaBill HowePB PrintingPlay It Again SportsSurf n' PostSkechersSoul GrindChris's Auto Smog & Repair Mission Surf ShopGone BananasTravel DepotSurf Club Surf ShopWavehouse

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Cass Street AutoComericaPacific Coast Bicycle

Shell Car Wash

Grand Avenue Chiropractic

Hagberg Construction

PB Urgent Care

Petals at the Beach

Trader JoesWALKIN SALON by Robert CromeansThe Catamaran

Perfect Nails and Spa

Dunn Edwards

ABC Veterinary Clinic

Luv SurfHydrangea Cove

North Shores PrinteryBuffalo ExchangeBeach Mailbox

Pacific Drive Skateboard ShopSteve Auto RepairRail 2 RailSun Splash

Luv SurfCorepower Yoga

AmericanAppetizerBagelsBakeryBarBay ViewBBQBeer SelectionBreakfast BuffetBurgerBurritoCafe/Coffee ShopCarne AsadaCateringChicken WingsChinese RestaurantsDessertsDinnerFamily RestaurantFish TacoFrenchFrozen YogurtGreekHappy HourHot DogIce Cream / GelatoItalianLunchMargaritaMartiniMexican RestaurantMost RomanticNacho’sNew RestaurantOverall RestaurantOverall ServicePatio DiningPet FriendlyPizzaPlace for a B-Day PartySandwichSeafoodSlidersSports BarSteakSunday BrunchSushiThaiVietnamese / PhoWine Selection

Firehouse American EateryFirehouse American EateryCafe MonoBakedDuck Dive

Tony Roma'sCiro'sOlive Cafe

Duck DiveLa PerlaCafe MonoLa PerlaStarkey's BBQMiller's FieldThe Chop ShopSugar & ScribeNick's at the BeachSaska'sPB Shore Club

Bogart YogurtCalifornia Kebab Ciro's

Mr Frosty'sEnoteca AdrianoPB Shore ClubFat Fish CantinaJRDNFred's Mexican CafeWorld FamousGuava BeachPacific Beach CantinaNick's at the BeachDuck DivePB Fish ShopPB Fish ShopCiro'sMoondoggiesStarkey's BBQThe FisherySlidersGuava BeachJRDNJRDNZen 5Kafe YenPho Sao BienFrench Gourmet

Dining Winners

Gold & Silver Medal Listings

Shopping & Services Winners

CATEGORY GOLD SILVER Nick's at the BeachDuck DivePurple CafeSugar and ScribePB Shore ClubAtoll at the CatamaranStarkey's BBQTap RoomKono'sGreat Moon BuffetBareback GrillTaco SurfOlive CafeGuava BeachFrench GourmetDirty BirdsChina InnFrench GourmetThe Patio on Lamont StreetFilippi'sPB Fish ShopFrench GourmetYogurt on the RocksVanoos GrilletteGuava BeachDiego's Dogs & SlidersThe Baked BearMama MiaMillers FieldGuava BeachThe Patio on Lamont StreetFat Fish CantinaJRDNPB Shore ClubThe Patio on Lamont StreetTable 926The Patio on Lamont StreetThe Patio on Lamont StreetThe Patio on Lamont StreetWoodstock's PizzaWoodstock's PizzaPB's Market & Food CourtPB Fish ShopDiego's Dogs & SlidersMiller's FieldSaska'sAtoll at the CatamaranSushi KuchiNarraya ThaiPho TimeJRDN

The People Have SpokenIn a community prized for its seaside

beauty, bronzed residents and laid-backstyle, merchants in Pacific Beach, Mis-sion Beach and Mission Bay offer whatseems like an endless selection of greatrestaurants, boutiques, retail shops andservices.

With sunsets to die for and the ever-popular Crystal Pier and sprawlingbeaches serving as a Mecca for residentsand tourists alike, everything you needcan be found right here. There is reallyno need to shop anywhere else.

With this in mind, we posed the ques-tion to readers: Who really is the best-of-the-best in goods, services and customerrelations in our local community? Wegot our answer when we launched ourmost recent Readers Choice Awards forthe Beach & Bay Press in the pages tofollow.

The categories cover the sunniest cor-ner for your coffee wake-up call to thesmoothest spot for a soothing nightcap.What about a tasty craft brew or atucked-away eatery to take your date? Orperhaps you’re hunting for a skilledmechanic to take care of that pesky“check engine” light or are simply in themood for a nice, relaxing massage at theend of a long workday.

This is why our Readers ChoiceAwards are important. You voted onyour local favorites and made your viewsknown when it comes to merchants whogo above and beyond and put reputa-tions on the line for their customers.These awards recognize the people andplaces that make our beach communitiestruly extraordinary. Some of the winnersmay surprise you, while others haveenjoyed sterling reputations for yearsand even decades.

The results of the voting encompassfirst and second place in a variety of cate-gories for you to consider the next timeyou step out to change your insurancepolicy, get the ailing kitty a little checkupor need that special tie drycleaned for theinterview. Remember, the nominees andthe winners were chosen by the peoplewho live and work here.

So, browse through this list of highlyacclaimed businesses for an inside lookat the best in each category, chosen bythe customers who are in the know. Youmay find a few new hidden treasuresthat you will want to try out. Whoknows? You may become one of theirbest customers.

— Kevin McKay, Beach & Bay Press editor

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Cafe MonoCafe Mono in Mission Beach is knownfor its fun latte art on espresso drinks!Enjoy locally-roasted, sustainably-sourced craft coffee, fresh gourmetbreakfast, lunch, panini sandwiches,pastries, smoothies and more.Cafe Mono3833 Mission Blvd., (858) 539-0039cafemonosd.com

Best BakerySugar & Scribe BakeryOwner Maeve continues the traditionof the Irish women Rochford-Sugarand Scribe, providing cakes and bakedgoods of dear Granny Kate, recipes thathave survived generations of immigra-tion and wars. Stop by and sample thefreshly baked scones, pies, cupcakes orwhatever seasonal delictibles Maevehas lovingly prepared. But we have to

warn you, you’ll be hookedonce you do!Sugar & Scribe Bakery1420 Garnet Ave.(858) 274-1733

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BakedNot your average place, Baked is a full-service bakery. Unlike coffee shops,everything is all prepared and bakedright in the same place. Cinnamonrolls, espresso coffee, bread, paninisand a whole lot more. All in a livingroom atmosphere just steps from thebeach.Baked735 Santa Clara Place (858) 488-3200

Best BarPacific Beach Shore ClubYou can’t drink on the beach anymore,unless you want a big, fat ticket. Thelaw, however, doesn’t say you can’tdrink near the beach — and that’s whatmakes Pacific Beach Shore Club’slocale so convenient. The flat-screenTVs are only feet from the water toboot, as are the great happy-hourdeals, goldfish races, karaoke on Sun-day, Red Bull slushies and tater tots.Pacific Beach Shore Club4315 Ocean Blvd.(858) 272-7873

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The Duck Dive(See listing iunder Best Overall Service)

Best Bay ViewAtoll @ The CatamaranThe Catamaran Resort’s Atoll restau-rant has already won numerousawards, and one visit to the restaurantmakes it easy to see why. It serves tra-ditional breakfast, lunch and dinnerfavorites, as well as more inventiveplates like the eggplant portobello

mushroom sandwich. The champagneSunday brunch is a favorite of manyguests. It doesn’t have to be a Sunday,though, to enjoy the beautiful views ofMission Bay and the restaurant's color-ful artwork relaxing atmosphere. The Atoll Restaurant at The Catamaran3999 Mission Blvd.(858) 488-1081catamaranresort.com

Best BBQStarky’s BBQIf you are enjoying a day of fun in Mis-sion Beach and have a craving for BBQ,this is your spot. Here, you’ll find deli-cious deli-style BBQ sandwiches: tritip, pulled pork and pulled chicken. It’sall about the sauce! Juicy, fall-off-the-bone pork short ribs. Homemade fill-you-up sides include BBQ beans, pota-to salad, coleslaw, macaroni and cheeseand, of course, a variety of ice coldmicro brews.Starky's BBQ3231 Mission Blvd.(858) 488-2227

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Tony Roma’sThe fact that Tony Roma’s is the largestcasual chain specializing in ribs in theworld should be enough proof that therestaurant knows what it’s doing.Readers agree that Tony Roma’s hasthe best BBQ in the area. An expandedmenu — with fresh salads, mouthwa-tering steaks and delicious seafood —offers something for anyone, yet timeafter time, it’s the world-famous barbe-cue ribs that keep the restaurant top-ping award lists. Tony Roma’s4110 Mission Blvd.(858) 272-7427tonyromas.com

Best Beer SelectionTap RoomOne look at Tap Room’s beer selectionand you will know these folks are seri-ous about their brews. Far from thestandard Stellas and Shocktops, thebeer list contains dozens of unique alesfor every palate. Don’t see the oneyou’ve been dying to try? Just send inyour request through its website, and itwill send you an email when it has it ontap. Yeah, you heard it right! You canalso check the live beer page. TapRoom updates what it is serving andhow much is left before it moves on tothe next delicious draft. How’s that forthe perfect beer house?Tap Room1269 Garnet Ave.(858) 274-1010sdtaproom.com

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Ciro’s PizzaCiro’s vision is to provide quality pizzaand other italian dishes with a uniquestyle and New York flair. The quality offood and service at Ciro’s is among thebest in San Diego. It strives to makesure customers leave happy. Therecipes originated from a large Italianfamily outside of Queens in RockawayNew York. Like them, the owners usenothing but the freshest ingredientsand take pride in making lasagna, buf-buffalo wings, dough, pizza sauce,marinara sauce and other pasta disheshomemade daily.Ciro’s Pizza967 Garnet Ave.(858) 483-4624

Best BreakfastKono’s Surf Club Cafe(See listing in photo box on Page 9)

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The Olive Cafe(See listing under Cafe/Coffee Shop)

Best BuffetGreat Plaza BuffetThe Great Plaza Buffet is the place togo to get great food on a tight budget.And, with more than 150 items serveddaily, the restaurant offers somethingfor everyone in the family. Indulge incrab legs, fried dumplings, lobster rolls,sushi, clams, appetizers or hit the soupand salad bar. Adding to the buffet’svalue, a free drink is included withevery meal, and to take things up anotch, the Great Plaza now has a beerand wine selection.Great Plaza Buffet1840 Garnet Ave.(858) 273-6868greatplazabuffet.com

Best BurgerBare Back GrillThose aren’t manhole covers on top ofyour plate, you big silly. Those are thetwo giant organic beef patties thatcome with the Bare Big & Dirty, thecentral jewel in the Bare Back Grill’samply adorned crown. And that’s not apiece of driftwood sitting on yourplacemat, you big silly again. It’s themenu, hand-cut and laminated by BareBack co-owner P.J. Lamont himself.Lamont is one of a trio of New Zealan-ders who built a lot of this place fromthe ground up — but that was fine bythem, because the final product wasthat much more genuine. It touts itslighter dishes like chicken and fishsandwiches with the same enthusiasmit does its beer, wine and burgers. Iteven serves beet root as one of its gazil-lion toppings!Bare Back Grill4640 Mission Blvd.(858) 274-7117barebackgrill.com

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Libs Chiropractic CenterThe Libs — a husband-and-wife team —have run Libs Chiropractic Center sincethe early 1980s. Dr. Lori Libs has beenpracticing since 1979 with a focus on fami-ly care. She continues to study gentle chi-ropractic techniques. Dr. David Libs hasbeen a practicing chiropractor since 1982.He has advanced training in the Gonsteadtechnique and is a qualified medical exam-iner. David specializes in working withaccident/workers comp cases and severelower back pain patients. The center alsooffers Vax-D treatment to treat herniateddiscs, as well as massage therapy, nutritionconsultation and acupuncture.

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4410 Lamont St. (858) 483-8500

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Duck Dive(See entry under Best Overall Service)

Best BurritoTaco SurfThe burrito is to fast Mexican cuisinewhat the hamburger is to the Americanpalate. Each item is incredibly tastywhen its done right — and in the caseof the former, Taco Surf nailed it.There’s not much to the decor of theplace other than a pick-up counter anda few small tables — but the ceiling islined with some sweet classic surf-boards to fuel the local flavor. The bur-ritos, tacos and fajitas are big and fat toboot, and you get to experiment with amassive choice of toppings. You can’tgo wrong with the California burrito,topped with hashed browns. Taco Surf4657 Mission Blvd.(858) 272-3877

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La PerlaHands-down among locals and manyvisitors to the area, La Perla serves upone of the best burritos at the beach!Enjoy a full menu of authentic mexicanfare. If you haven’t tried La Perla, giveit a try. You won’t be disapointed!La Perla745 Emerald St.(858) 274-3038

Best Café/Coffee ShopThe Olive CafeThe Olive Cafe is the perfect spot tograb a bite between all your beachactivities, especially if you are lookingfor one of the best breakfasts in PacificBeach. The scones and pastries disap-pear so quickly you may want to callahead. It offers wireless high-speed

access, so bring your laptop and gethooked up. The Olive Cafe805 Santa Clara Place (858) 488-1224olivecafe.biz

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Cafe Mono(See listing under Best Bagel)

Best Carne AsadaGuava Beach Bar & Grill(See listing in photo box on Page 11)

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La Perla(See listing under Best Burrito)

Best CateringThe French Gourmet(See listing under Best French)

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Starkey’s BBQ(See listing under Best BBQ)

Best Chicken WingsDirty BirdsFor a place with a name like this,things inside look immaculate —sweeping wooden beams and stan-chions with cool, beachy art on thewalls. And Dirty Birds throws you a fewodd looks, too — turkey chili fries andfried cheese sliders are just a couplequirky entries on the menu. Check outthe 22 different wing flavors.Dirty Birds4656 Mission Blvd.(858) 274-2473dirtybirdspb.com

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Miller’s FieldThere's no doubt that Miller's Field isthe best sports bar in Pacific Beach.With 38 TV screens throughout thebar, the day’s hottest game is neverhard to find, with everything from UFCto MLB. Just because Miller’s Field is asports bar, though, doesn't mean themenu is sacrificed. There’s a widerange of options, including gourmetpizzas, the homerun burger, ahi sushisalad, firecracker shrimp, babybackribs and chicken and waffles. The greatfood menu just matches Miller’s greathappy hour and daily specials andgreat, fun atmosphere.Miller’s Field4465 Mission Blvd.(858) 483-4143millersfield.com

Best Chinese China InnHow this place charges almost nothingfor its food and at the same time main-tains its flashy decor is beyond us. Thefunksters that populate this place,young and usually without a lot ofmoney, can expect to let go of less than$10 for generous helpings of Chinesestaples like egg foo young, chow mein,chop suey and variations on chickenand beef dishes (prices for the imperiallobster and Peking duck are somewhathigher). If you have even less to spend,you’re welcome to spend time at thefull bar — cocktails, like the rest of thefare, are anything but pricey.China Inn877 Hornblend St.(858) 483-6680

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Chop Shop Chop Shop Teriyaki, in Mission Beach,serves up fresh teriyaki bowls andplates, yakisoba plates, salads, teriyakiburgers, fried rice and lettuce wraps. It

The Patio on Lamont StreetPacific Beach's newest home forfarm-to-table dishes, craft cocktails,locally crafted beer and a pet-friendlyenvironment. A few blocks from thebeach, but miles away from a sleepybeach bar, you'll find us welcomingour neighbors with a smile. It’s acozy and vibrant place where youalways feel at home. You'll see craftcocktails being shaken, hear oureclectic wines being described tableside, taste excellent local beer andshare food you'll be raving abouttomorrow. Get ready to relax, enjoy,share.

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now offers beer and wine! Come intoday and enjoy Mission Beach’snewest and freshest teriyaki restaurant.Call ahead and take-out orders arealways welcome, or come have a seaton the comfy outdoor patio. They lookforward to seeing you at Chop ShopTeriyaki!Chop Shop 3852 Mission Blvd.(858) 230-6522chopshopteriyaki.com

DessertsFrench Gourmet(See listing under Best French)

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Sugar & Scribe(See listing under Best Bakery)

Best Dinner The Patio(See listing in photo box on Page 5))

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Nick’s at the Beach(See listing under Best Overall Service)

Family RestaurantFilippi’s Pizza GrottoFilippi’s has been in San Diego since1950, which makes it older than mostof you. The thing is, it didn’t start outas a pizza restaurant at all. Its originswere in Little Italy, where VincentdePhilippis and Madeleine Stefani rana deli grocery — the couple’s businesssavvy fed on itself until Filippi’s pizzatook hold. Enjoy 15 delicious pizzaentries, with mountains of the tradi-

tional toppings, lasagna, ravioli,spaghetti, soups, salads and subs. Filippi’s Pizza Grotto962 Garnet Ave.(858) 483-6222realcheesepizza.com

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Saska’s Steak & SeafoodJoe Saska opened this simple restau-rant 60 years ago with the idea of offer-ing quality steaks and real Roquefortsalad dressing to his customers. Today,Saska’s offers a distinctive dining expe-rience in a quaint, intimate atmo-sphere. Steaks have always been themain draw to this place — the juicy,expertly cooked “Duke” is one of themost delicious in San Diego. Saska’salso offers an engaging variety of freshseafood entrées in addition to a greatselection of pastas.Saska’s Steak & Seafood3768 Mission Blvd.(858) 488-7311

Best Fish Taco Pacific Beach Fish ShopThe Fish Shop is the newest fish mar-ket and grill in Pacific Beach. Appeal-ing to a mass audience, they featurefresh grilled fish, served on your choiceof taco, sandwich, salad, or entrée. Itoffers plenty of parking, comfortableoutdoor patio, never a corkage fee andmost local San Diego microbreweries.The Fish Shop is a destination forlocals and fish lovers. Open daily at 11 a.m. The Fish Shop1775 Garnet Ave.(858) 483-4746thefishshoppb.com

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PB Shore Club(See entry under Best Bar)

Best FrenchThe French GourmetThe Gourmet’s traditional bakery isrenowned for its outstanding Frenchpastries. It’s also a showcase for full-service catering and wedding cakes,which many consider to be the best inthe history of the universe. The selec-tion of breads, breakfast pastries, cook-ies and cakes include the FrenchGourmet chocolate mousse and thestrawberry bagatelle — layers of whitesponge cake dabbed with syrup, filledwith Bavarian cream and fresh straw-berries and topped with a thin layer ofmarzipan. Wash it all down with anespresso drink or a glass of wine, orkeep the experience moving with pâté,quiche or imported cheese. The French Gourmet960 Turquoise St.(858) 929-1984thefrenchgourmet.com

Best Frozen YogurtYogurt on the RocksYogurt on the Rocks has launched thetraditional self-serve concept into the21st century by creating a lounge-likeWi-Fi for customers. But don’t let thecontemporary atmosphere fool you.This place still serves up everyone’sfavorite flavors like cake batter, choco-late and original tart, in addition tonew twists like kiwi strawberry andpumpkin. Choose your base, layer onsome of the 36 available toppings and

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Pacific Beach CantinaHome of the mega margarita and bestPacific Beach vibe located in the heart ofPacific Beach just steps from the beach,this legendary spot is as much an insti-tution as PB’s Crystal Pier down thestreet. Come shake the sand out of yourtoes and get a drink in your hand fromour large selection of drafts, crafts andspecialty flavored margs. The outdoorpatio bars are the perfect spot to sip anice-cold cerveza on a sunny afternoon ordown chilled tequila shots. Food, fiesta,tequila – this place has it all! PBC isyour ultimate sports and entertainmentdestination. The brand-new audio-visu-al system has more than 60 extra-largeHD LED TVs up to 90 inches, and hasall HD satellite sports packages! JoinPacific Beach Cantina all day for SundayFunday Football.

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Bogart YogurtThe length of your sweet tooth doesn’tmatter. Bogart Yogurt has you coveredbetter than the rest. The trick, see, is toserve yogurt that doesn’t stand out inthe sugar department. That way, you’refree to add toppings to taste. Some ofthe flavors here change regularly, butthere’s always a staple or two. The cakebatter flavor will speak to your child-hood, when you used to filch from thekitchen; meanwhile, the CaliforniaKiller Cookies are freshly made andwill make quick work of whateversugar fix you have left. Bogart Yogurt910 Grand Ave., Suite 108(858) 581-0202

Best Greek Vanoos GrilletteInspired by smiley toddler daughterVanessa (nicknamed Vanoos) who canbe caught joining her parents at thenew restaurant, the owners of the Gril-lette are serving up something new tothe Pacific Beach crowd. They boasttheir shop as “the home of homemadefood,” where guests will enjoy authen-tic Mediterranean bites, hot sandwich-es, fresh wraps and massive deli subs.Vanoos Grillette4614 Mission Blvd.(858) 270-1101vanoosgrillette.com

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California KebabCalifornia Kebab strives to serve itsguests quickly prepared, high-qualityfood that is both healthy and delicious.

The focus on providing fresh produceand quality meats in creative recipes.Their unique flavor pairings is whatmakes them a local favorite.California Kebab4150 Mission Blvd 858-270-5222

Best Happy HourGuava Beach Bar & Grill(See listing under Best Carne Asada)

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Ciro’s Pizza(See listing under Best Beer Selection)

Best Hot Dog Diego’s Dogs & SlidersHot dogs and sliders may not seem likemuch of a gourmet dining option, butDiego's Dogs and Sliders make it so.The red-rock slider, with angus beef,bacon, fried onion strings and a specialsauce is a customer favorite. The Sono-ran dog, bacon-wrapped and toppedwith pinto beans, tomatoes, onions,cotija cheese and salsa is one hot dogyou won't soon forget. And the Rose-mary fries are the most-recommendedway to top off any meal. Diego’s Dogs & Slider4150 Mission Blvd.(858) 581-3647diegosdogs.com

Best Ice Cream/Gelato The Baked Bear

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Mr. Frostie’sMr. Frostie’s is the ideal place for asweet treat on a warm summer day.Whether you are looking for a classicbanana split or a more modern spinlike a Butterfinger milkshake, this isthe place to be. It’s also one of the only

places in town where you can give yourice cream cone an extra special touchby having it dipped in chocolate orcaramel. Mr. Frostie’s1470 Garnet Ave(858) 274-9977mrfrosties.com

Best Italian Mamma MiaThe left hand definitely knows what theright one’s doing at this place. Theservers’ suggestions are spot-on — lis-ten and heed them when they recom-mend Italian staples like lodigianasalad, lasagna and ravioli al casale. Yousimply can’t go wrong with those choic-es. Neither will you shirk at the sightand smell of the handmade pasta orthe idea of exclusively in-house prepa-ration. There’s quaint all around.Mama Mia’s is located in an old woodhouse, lending new life to the term“home cooking.” Mamma Mia1932 Balboa Ave.(858) 272-2702mammamiaitalianrestaurant.com

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Enoteca AdrianoAs Pacific Beach’s first wine bar, Enote-ca Adriano provides an unexpectedtouch of romance and class in this fun-loving beach town. Chef Franco Tas-sone was born in Italy and has par-layed his love of cooking and finedining into a gem of a restaurant, withauthentic Italian entrees and a wine listthat offers glasses and bottles frommore than 13 regions in Italy. If youhave your own favorite bottle, bring itto the restaurant Mondays or Tuesdayswhen there is no corkage fee.Enoteca Adriano4864 Cass St.(858) 490-0085enotecaadriano.com

Best LunchMiller’s Field(see listing under Best Chicken Wings)

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Pacific Beach Shore Club(See listing under Best Overall)

Best MargaritaGuava Beach(See listing under Best Carne Asada)

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Fat Fish CantinaThis new restaurant opened up inPacific Beach where Gringo’s was. It isSouthern Coastal Cuisine with a Latin

Best HotelBest Day SpaBest Sunday

BrunchCatamaran Resort Hotel

3999 Mission Blvd.(800) 422-8386

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Catamaran SpaAt the Catamaran, the biggestdraw might be the beautiful stu-dios and suites. Or maybe thetropical garden. Or perhaps it isthe placid setting along MissionBay’s sandy shores. It could evenbe the relaxing day’spa. It’s hardto choose the best feature, espe-cially when you get them all for asurprisingly affordable rate.


influence. Here you’ll enjoy great freshMexican food and drink, especially thedangerously spicy magarita! Happyhours are fantastic. Daily specialsinclude: Lobster and chips for $5 onMondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays are$1 street tacos, and Wednesdays are afavorite with half-price appetizers and$2 margaritas! The appetizer listincludes around 20 different itmes andan amazing Sunday brunch.Fat Fish Cantina4474 Mission Blvd.(858) 490-2877

Best MartiniThe Patio(See listing under Best Overall Service)

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JRDN You can actually credit the Tower’s cre-ative wine list to another establishmentin the same hotel. It’s JRDN (or “Jor-dan,” for the purists who prefer thephonetic pronunciation), a very high-end restaurant that swears by themagic it performs on beef and othermeats. Red wines go swimmingly withthat kind of thing — and that translatesto a comprehensive selection at the bar(the powers that be didn’t forget thewhites, either). Meanwhile, the baroffers a casual, yet sophisticated expe-rience. The atmosphere is warm andinviting and the crowd is hip yet mel-low — everybody gets to enjoy an oceanview while sipping signature cocktailsand nibbling on sushi.JRDN at Tower 23723 Felspar St.(866) TOWER23tower23hotel.com

Best Mexican RestaurantFat Fish Cantina(See entry under Best Margarita)

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Fred’s Mexican CaféFred’s is as well known for its vibrant,festive décor as it is for its menu, whichincludes a burrito that weighs twopounds. Every wall is painted in abright hue and plastered with artwork,murals and advertisements for premi-um drinks, and the owners havethrown in sombreros and street signsfor good measure. The bright interior isreplicated in the outdoor heated patio,so the party will follow you whereveryou choose to sit.Fred’s Mexican Cafe1165 Garnet Ave.(858) 483-8226fredsmexicancafe.com

Most RomanticJRDN(See listing under Best Martini)

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World Famous(See listing under Best Overall)

Best NachosPacific Beach Shore Club(See listing under Best Bar)

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Guava Beach(See listing under Best Carne Asada)

Best New RestaurantThe Patio(See listing in photo box on Page 5)

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Pacific Beach Cantina(See listing in photo box on page 6)

Best Patio DiningThe Patio(See listing in photo box on Page 5)

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PB Fish Shop(See listing under Best Fish Taco)

Most Pet FriendlyThe Patio(See listing under Best New Restaurant)

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PB Fish Shop(See listing under Best Patio Dining)

Best Pizza Woodstock’s Pizza(See listing in photo box on Page 14)

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Ciro’s Pizza(See listing under Best Happy Hour)

Best for Birthday PartyWoodstock’s Pizza(See listing in photo box on Page 14)

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Moondoggie’sMoondoggie's is one fun place to be.The Pacific Beach bar and restaurantspecializes is serving up fun with liveentertainment including local bands,live comedy and live DJs. The bar alsohas one of PB's best happy hours andan awesome outdoor patio perfect forpartying. There’s also daily specialslike Taco Tuesday and San Diego BeerFest Fridays, daily happy hour andshuffle board, darts and pool to keepthe fun going until 2 a.m.Moondoggie’s832 Garnet Ave.(858) 483-6550www.moondoggies.com

Best Sandwich PB‘s Market & Food CourtPB’s Market & Deli has grown in popu-

1932 Balboa Ave. San Diego (PB)

858.272.2702www.mammamiaitalianrestaurant.com

Open Tuesday - Sunday 11am-11pm

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BestItalian

Mamma Mia1932 Balboa Ave.(858) 272-2702

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Mamma MiaThe left hand definitely knows what the rightone’s doing at this place. The servers’ sugges-tions are spot-on — listen and heed them whenthey recommend Italian staples like lodigianasalad, lasagna and ravioli al casale. You simplycan’t go wrong with those choices. Neither willyou shirk at the sight and smell of the handmadepasta or the idea of exclusively in-house prepara-tion. There’s quaint all around, too — MamaMia’s is located in an old wood house, lendingnew life to the term “home cooking.”

larity due to its premium beer, wineand gourmet sandwiches. You’ll lovethe fast, friendly service. The largemenu board could be overwhelmingfor the weak at heart! But never fear,the staff will help you make a deliciouschoice — and there’s always anotherday to enjoy the fresh ingredients, largeproportions, fair prices and outdoorseating. What a great lunch combo. PB’s Market & Food Court4435 Cass St.(858) 272-8500

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Starkey’s BBQ(See listing under Best BBQ)

Best Seafood Pacific Beach Fish Shop(See entry under Best Fish Taco)

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The FisheryIn 1979, fisherman Judd Brown found-ed a shellfish company in the spirit ofthe family members whose sepia-tonedpictures line the walls. In the late1990s, it morphed into The Fishery,where product sustainability is a com-pany philosophy. Wherever possible,the venue procures its product locally.Its swordfish, sardines, rockcod,shrimp and California spiny lobster areseasonal delicacies coveted by savvychefs. The Fishery has earned a distinc-tion as a beautiful PB landmark, andfreshness is the hallmark of its success. The Fishery5040 Cass St.(858) 272-9985thefishery.com

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Sliders BurgerThis little burger joint in MissionBeach is big on flavor and has beencompared to many other favorite burg-er joints in the beach area — like Rock-ies and Hodad’s for best burger! Serv-ings are generous and the milk shakesare great. You may want to slide onover and see what all the fuss is aboutand write your own revue.Sliders3219 Mission Blvd,(858) 488-4570

Sports Bar Miller’s Field(See listing under Best Lunch)

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Guava Beach (See listing under Best Carne Asada)

Best SteakSaska’s Steak & Seafood(see listing under Best Family Restaurant)

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JRDN(See listing under Best Martini)

Best Sunday BrunchAtoll at the Catamaran(See listing in photo box of Page 7)

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JRDN(See listing under Best Martini)

Best SushiSushi KuchiSushi Kuchi is definitely on the casualand more affordable side. Serving 99¢Sake Bombs (every night from 7 p.m.to close) Fun time, great flavor, andgood value. Serving huge rolls, stuffedto overflowing, and artfully arranged.

Plus free edamame appetizer.Sushi Kuchi4475 Mission Blvd., #C858-270-1986sushikuchi.com

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Zen 5Zen 5 strives to provide an atmospherethat promotes their “Rolls & Reggae”tagline, and the combination seems tobe working, as the restaurant is almostalways full of happy diners. Daily spe-cials keep the menu exciting, and thereggae tunes playing in the backgroundkeep the vibes carefree. Those in themood for sake or Sapporo can get theirfix at the restaurant’s daily happy hourfrom 5 to 7 p.m.Zen 51130 Garnet Ave.(858) 490-0121zen5sushi.com

Best Thai Narraya ThaiNarraya, the palace of Thai dining,serves up an eclectic experience in abreathtaking ambience just a shortstroll from the historic Crystal Pier inPacific Beach. With the unique KhanThoke traditional seating and anencompassing menu that takes a tourof Thailand’s regional destinations,Narraya is the epitome of excellence inflavorful foods, wonderful wines, andsophisticated service. Narraya Thai4475 Mission Blvd., Suite N-Q (858) 490-2245

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Kafe YenThis unassuming little place servesgreat selections to a fault, even if Thaiisn’t your fare of choice. It serves Indi-an and Japanese curry, as well as noo-dle dishes from Malaysia, Singaporeand China. You can add chicken, pork,

beef, seafood and, for the more adven-turous, duck to your dish. You can evencustom-fit your food to the preferreddegree of spiciness. Kafe Yen4516 Mission Blvd.(858) 373-3936kafeyen.com

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Best Vietnamese Pho Time With bright-green bamboo signage toinitially attract hungry eyes, there is anarray of good eats at this pho spot. Thepho soup aroma wafts inside therestaurant, which helped earn them aReaders Choice award this year. Thebroth is not too oily and even referred

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BestBreakfast

Kono’s Surf ClubCafé

704 Garnet Ave.(858) 483-1669sdbeachlife.com/

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Kono’s Surf Club CafeIf you like a little dinner with your breakfast,Kono’s is your place. That’s because nobody doespotatoes like this eatery, with cheese, bell pepperand whatever other topping you can think of toboot. If you like a little view with your morningmeal, this is a winner. Cross the boardwalk andsit on the modest patio that overlooks the ocean.You’ll see firsthand why you live in SouthernCalifornia. And if you like quotes on the wall ofyour eatery, you’re in the right restaurant as well,with a little erudition adding to the flare of thedécor. There’s a laid-back surfer vibe amid it allas well, which makes it perfect for Pacific Beachand the surfer crowd that stops off after an earlymorning on the waves.

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962 Garnet Ave.(corner of Cass & Garnet)

Pacific Beach, CA

483-6222Open 7 Days a Week

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to as golden and sparkly, a perfectformed and tasty concoction. With ten-der steak and finely-cut tripe and ten-don, the Pho Time soup is a standout. Pho Time1820 Garnet St.(858) 273-1664

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Pho Sao BienVietnamese restaurant Pho Sao Bien isknown for its rice noodle soup, calledpho, that visitors from the north raveabout, which is saying something sincethe competition up there is more fiercebetween Vietnamese restaurants. Thesalad bowl is also popular, which con-sists of vermicelli noodles topped withlettuce, mint, bean sprouts, peanutsand a choice or combo of chicken, beef,pork, tofu or shrimp. The restaurantalso sells a Vietnamese coffee with aFrench influence — served with astrainer and condensed milk on theside. A selection of beer is also avail-able. Lunch goers shouldn’t expect towait more than five minutes for theirmeal, and homebodies can place anorder and carry out their food. Pho Sao Bien1958 Garnet Ave.(858) 272-9612

Best Wine SelectionJRDN(See listing under Best Service)

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French Gourmet(See listing under Best French)

SHOPPING & SERVICESBest ArchitectOasis ArchitectureOasis is a full-service architectural firmspecializing in custom residentialhomes, historic renovations and quali-

ty additions. The staff’s primary goal isto understand their client’s vision andhelp guide them through the entiredevelopment process, from design topermits and approvals through theactual construction. Oasis Architecture & Design Inc.1015 Turquoise St. Suite 2 (858) 273-5632oasis-ad.com

Best Art GallerySurfindianSurfindian is a surf gallery and surfboutique located in Pacific Beach, Cali-fornia. At Surfindian, the gallery fea-tures art-driven, small batch productsthat reflect an individualized approachto the art of surfing. Surfindian4652 Mission Blvd.(858) 412-5334surfindian.com

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Gallery at Lands EndThe Gallery was started in 1973 by Jayand Vicki Ford. After a brief stint inOcean Beach, the gallery found itshome at 4984 Cass St. in Pacific Beach.The location is a perfect fit for them. Inits early days, the gallery was a hot spotfor limited edition prints, lithographs,and original works. Due to the amountof artwork going out the door, thegallery opened the frame departmentand has not looked back since. In April2008, the business was sold to ThayneYungman, who had been a doingincredible framing at the Gallery fortwo years, his name is on almost every-thing.Gallery at Lands End 4984 Cass St. (858) 270-7820galleryatlandsend.com

Best Attorney

McGill-Lewis Law GroupOne thing is certain about the McGill-Lewis Law Group — it cares about itsclients. The full-service law firm ismade up of attorneys who have helpedearn the group an impeccable reputa-tion by providing the finest legal ser-vices. It provides high quality andaffordable legal services ranging frompreparation of documents, contracts,estate planning and legal counsel.McGill-Lewis Law Group4640 Cass St.(858) 433-0153 mcgill-lewis.com

Best Auto Detail PB Auto DetailPacific Beach Detail Shop truly paysattention to the details. Every car ispersonally inspected by the ownerbefore the keys are handed back over.A full detail can be pricey, but you defi-nitely get what you pay for, as your carwill look even better than new. Theshop has been in business since 1981,and with that comes experience. PB Auto Detail4645 Cass St.(858) 581-0211

Best Auto Repair PB Foreign & DomesticCar RepairAt PB Foreign & Domestic Car Repair,you’ll feel you’ve left your car in thehands of some pretty knowledgeablefolks. Not only has this shop been opensince 1981, it’s family owned, whichtranslates to a solid investment in thebusiness’ credibility. The staff will getyou rollin’. After all – it’s a family tra-dition. PB Foreign &Domestic Car Repair1727 Garnet Ave.(858) 480-3637pbautorepair.com

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Best Chiropractor

Grand Avenue Chiropractic

910 Grand Ave., #109(858) 273-1721

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Grand AvenueChiropracticGrand Avenue Chiropracticbelieves that true healthcomes from within and isthe result of maintaining ahealthy spine and nervoussystem, proper nutrition,exercise, rest and relaxation,and a positive state of mind.Come and see them and startfeeling better.

THANK YOU, PACIFIC BEACH, FOR VOTING US

Best Financial Advisor!

SCHOETTLE FINANCIAL1010 Turquoise St., Suite 225

San Diego, CA 92109(858) 488-3800

www.SchoettleFinancial.com

Offering strategic investment and advisory services for retirement/college funding/estates/taxes.

Securities and advisory services are offered through Cetera Advisor Networks, LLC (doing insur-ance business in CA as CFGAN Insurance Agency), member FINRA/SIPC. Cetera is under sepa-rate ownership from any other entity.

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Cass Street AutomotiveCass Street Automotive is a state-of-the-art, top automotive service andrepair facility located in beautiful Pacif-ic Beach. Having brought his completebumper-to-bumper approach to autorepair in the Mission Hills area, Mis-sion Hills Automotive, with great suc-cess, Randy Begin is proud to openCass Street Automotive to bring high-quality, effective auto repair to thenorth Pacific Beach and La Jolla area.With two-year, 24,000-mile nation-wide warranty and a master techniciantaking care of your car, you can keepyour car safe and have peace of mindright in your neighborhood.Cass Street Automotive5165 Cass St.(858) 488-0885

Best BankSan Diego CountyCredit UnionIt's not big-bank banking. It's better.San Diego County Credit Union offersfree checking with e-statements, autoloans, home loans and more. Open anaccount at San Diego's best CreditUnion – you’ll be glad you did.San Diego County Credit Union1650 Garnet Ave.(877) 732-2848sdccu.com

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Comerica Bank The 160-year old Comerica Bank hasestablished its footprint in southernCalifornia. Within the last nine years,the bank has set up 100 branches inthe region, including seven branchesthat opened in San Diego in recentyears. The branch on Garnet Avenuespecializes in small businesses, and thebank attempts to be proactive by visit-ing businesses and residents at theirlocation, as well as offering full services

to its banking clients. Comerica Bank 1802 Garnet Ave. (858) 274-4693comerica.com

Best Bicycle ShopRusty Spokes Bike ShopRusty spokes claims to have the mostcomfortable bikes in Pacific Beach!Apparently, our readers agree! Thestaff is very friendly and helpful andwill try to fit you into a bike for yourneeds. Followup is great. Need a minoradjustment? No problem. Or stop byand fill up the tires. They’ll take goodcare of you after your purchase. Rusty Spokes Vintage Bicycles1344 Garnet Ave.(858) 581-1931softcruiser.com

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Pacific Coast BicycleThe logo for Pacific Coast Bicycle saysit all: a stick drawing of a bicycle in theshape of a Harley Davidson — highhandles and a low ride. This bicycleshop is in the know about the latestBMX and cruiser trends, and offerseither a cruiser ready to roll, a custom-made bike or modifications to your oldbaby. If you don’t have wheels to rideby the shop, check out some BMXchoices online that include the Redline,Free Agent, SE Bikes and Mongoose.Pacific Coast Bicycle1637 Garnet Ave. (858) 581-2453pacificcoastbicycle.com

Best Bookstore Traveler’s DepotTraveler’s Depot is a wise place to stopbefore you travel to ensure you haveeverything for your journey. The storesells luggage, travel books, maps, purs-es, handbags and backpacks. And since

you will have to rely more on your feetduring your travels, the Depot alsostocks comfortable sandals and Keenshoes — a waterproof, non-slip, com-fortable shoe for professionals andtravelers with weary feet. Your traveldestination – Traveler’s Depot.Traveler’s Depot1655 Garnet Ave.(858) 483-1421travelersdepot.com

Best Car Wash La Jolla CarwashLooking for a great affordable car washin the heart of Pacific Beach? Well, youfound it. La Jolla Car Wash has beenserving locals for more than 20 years!Always consistent with clean, fast ser-vice and a smile.La Jolla Car Wash891 Turquoise St. (858) 488-1900

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Shell Gas StationShell has proven to be the quickest,cheapest and get-your-car-cleanest carwash in Pacific Beach. The car washhelps you get in and out quickly.There's also a vacuum available toallow you to detail your own car. Theprices are small. After all, you're payingfor just a basic wash, but it basicallyleaves your car shining. Shell Gas Station2075 Garnet Ave.(858) 272-2844shell.com

Best Carpet CleanerSame Day Carpet CareSame Day Carpet Care is a companythat guarantees the quality of its work,leading them to provide you with thebest possible cleaning services for yourcarpet, rugs, upholstery, tile and grout,

Thank You for Honoring Us 5 Years in a Row!Best Contractor / Construction

“I love being an integral part of the community, doing what I do best to make ourcommunity a more beautiful place to live.” – Tom Armstrong

755 Turquoise StreetPacific Beach • 92109

858-488-2825WWW.ARMSTRONGBUILT.COM

[email protected]

Our mission is to work with you/our clients closely andbuild from your/their plans or ours to create and buildthe best quality project that fits your/our client's budgetand to get the project done on time and within budget.

We strive to build and/or create/build additions thateither blend with the original home or enhance the newtheme of the home should that be your/our client's desire.We strive to build or create that kitchen or bath ofyour/our client's dreams.We strive to achieve excellence and satisfaction with everyclient, current or past. This effort gives comfort to ourclients and likely what keeps Armstrong Builders a topbuilder year after year.

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Guava Beach Bar & GrillGuava Beach Bar & Grill is a locals bar for everyone. It combines a warmand comfortable atmosphere with a lively and fun energy that ensuregood times for all. It is just steps away from the ocean and Sail Bay inbeautiful Mission Beach. Guava Beach offers plenty of plasma TVs,including a 10-foot HD projection screen with surround sound to satisfyall your sports viewing needs. It has the NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, collegefootball and Fox soccer packages, so you don't have to miss any of thegames! With its VIP room, an elevated pool table lounge, two jumbobooths, a plush leather couch, cozy fireplace and long mahogany bar,there is a comfortable spot for all. You’ll also find free parking in thebayside lot at Santa Clara. These folks thought of everything.

Best Carne Asada

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Guava Beach3714 Mission Blvd.(858) 488-6688guava-beach.com

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FOREIGN&DOMESTICCAR REPAIRPB

1727 Garnet Avenue - P.B.Across from Vons in Plaza Center

pbforeign.com

858-270-1142

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air ducts and more. The company isthorough, reliable, and competent, traitsto ensure customer satisfaction. Webelieve that quality service isn’t justsomething that exists in words, butmost importantly in execution.Same Day Carpet Care4629 Cass St., # 152,North County San Diego(858) 240-4616South County San Diego (800) 619-2335samedaycarpetcare.com

Best Chiropractor Libs Chiropractic Center(See listing in photo box on Page 3)

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Grand Avenue Chiropractic(See listing in photo box on Page 10)

Best Computer RepairSD LaptopsThe goal at SD Laptops is to provideaffordable technical services for restor-ing your laptop/notebook, PC or desk-top computer back to its original work-ing state. It offers a flat fee of $89 formost repairs and it provides free diag-nostics for a fast and accurate assess-ment of the work required before itmove forward with repairs, so youalways know what to expect. SD Laptops4645 Cass St., Ste. 201A(858) 864-3108sdlaptops.com

Best Contractor /ConstructionArmstrong Construction Tom Armstrong began at the base levelat the age of 15 as a laborer, carpenter,framer and layout worker and workedhis way up. At 17, he was specializing instairway construction and roofing. A fewyears later, he was supervising construc-tion phases. Then Tom went solo in thedesign and remodeling business. In hiswork, he aims to capture as much sun-light and ocean view as possible. Arm-strong had become a trusted name inconstruction.Armstrong Construction Inc.755 Turquoise St.(858) 488-3465armstrongbuilt.com

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Hagberg Home BuildersSince 1988, Terry Hagberg of HagbergCustom Builders has built many customhomes and remodel projects throughoutSan Diego and beach communities.When considering Hagberg CustomBuilders ‘custom’ does not mean costly– it means personalized - to both yourtastes and expectations.Hagberg Home Builders858-292-5009hagbergcustombuilders.com

Best Day Spa Catamaran Spa(See listing in photo box on Page 7)

Best DentistDr. FremontDr. Fremont grew up in the San Fernan-do Valley and followed his father's foot-steps into the practice of dentistry. Hisdegrees: University of California SantaBarbara, bachelor of arts/bachelor ofscience; University of California SanFrancisco, doctor of dental science. Helikes to stay current with advances indentistry by regularly attending semi-nars and study groups. Dr. Fremont alsovolunteers his time and skills for variousoutreach programs.Dr. Fremont4527 Fanuel St.,(858) 272-2222

Best DoctorDr. AndersonDr. Anderson opened his own medicalpractice in October 2011 because hewanted more control over how he tookcare of his patients. He also wanted thelatest and greatest in medical technolo-gy — from electronic records to digitalX-rays. The Anderson Medical Center isbuilt on an urgent-care model, with theability to treat minor emergencies. Butthe emphasis is always put on treatingthe whole patient, and getting them ashealthful as can be. Anderson Medical Center1945 Garnet Ave.(858) 224-7977andersonmedicalcenter.com

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PB Urgent CarePB Urgent care has been taking care oflocals for more than 20 years. Dr. Roseand the team of emergency medicinespecials can handle most medical situa-tions. Centrally located in Pacific Beach,you’re in good hands.

PB Urgent Care4490 Fanuel St.(858) 274-9116pburgentcare.com

Best Financial PlanningSchoettle FinancialTom Schoettle formed Schoettle Finan-cial to provide high-quality, personal-ized investment services to a limitedgroup of clients. As a fully registeredand experienced firm, Schoettle Finan-cial seeks to build long-term relation-ships with clients. The personal atten-tion and commitment they provideenables clients to accumulate and man-age their wealth and work towardachieving their financial goals. Theyoffer top-quality financial and estateplanning, keeping each client’s needsand tax circumstances in mind.Schoettle Financial1010 Turquoise St.

(858) 488-380schoettlefinancial.com

Best Florist Impulsive FlowersThe Internet has changed business, butflowers have not gone out of style. Youcan just order them through the Inter-net now. Impulsive Flowers, sold out-side Henry’s Market, offers creativearrangements for the usual occasions —weddings and funerals and romanticsurprises — but you can also choosefrom a traditional, contemporary orexotic look, or just skip the petals and gofor the gourmet basket. Take time tostop by and smell the roses. Impulsive Flowers1260 Garnet Ave. (858) 274-4333impulsiveflowers.net

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Petals by the BeachAs a leading florist in San Diego, PetalsBy The Beach offers top-quality flowerarrangements and gifts for any occasion.The expert florists at Petals By TheBeach are committed to designing beau-tiful, quality arrangements and provid-ing exceptional customer service to ourcustomers. It offers reliable San Diegofloral delivery and can even providesame-day delivery services. If you needto deliver across the country, thisdependable florist network offersnationwide flower delivery.Petals by the Beach1470 Garnet Ave. (858) 270-3000sandiegopetalsbythebeach.com

Best Furniture StoreUnderground FurnitureYou never know what the future holds.Just ask the peeps over at UndergroundFurniture, where the inventory is clean-lined and modern, like it was in the1950s and ’60s. This place is always try-ing to keep that aspect in the store, andthat’s the way it’s been since its openingmore than a decade ago. And in all thattime, you’ve responded so well thatUnderground is inviting you to get intothe act. You can now build your ownsofa — custom colors, sizes and every-thing else — if you ask. Underground Furniture1345 Garnet Ave.(858) 581-0229undergroundfurniture.com

Best Grocery StoreSproutsThe Sprouts Farmers Market lives up toits motto of offering “healthy living forless.” The store is colorful, lively andeasy to shop and has a unique mix ofnatural, organic and great tasting main-stream foods at affordably low prices.Since the original store opened in 1943,Sprouts has continued to provide high-quality, fresh food, as evident by themountains of farm-fresh produce, all-natural meats,seafood, and freshlybaked goods from the bakery. Sprouts Farmers Market1260 Garnet Ave.(858) 270-8200sprouts.com

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Trader Joe’sIt all started in the 1950s ... Would youbelieve they started out as a small chainof convenience stores? It's true. Wayback in 1958, they were called ProntoMarkets. In 1967, the founder, the origi-nal Trader Joe, changed the name (yes,to Trader Joe's). Stores got bigger (ifyou can imagine), decked the walls withcedar planks and donned their crew incool Hawaiian shirts. Most importantly,they started putting innovative, hard-to-find, great-tasting foods in the “TraderJoe’s” name. That cut costs and saved


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Play It Again SportsPIAS features huge selection of new, as well asused bicycles, sports and fitness equipment.Enjoy the savings that come from a neighbor-hood store that has the purchasing power ofmore than 300 stores in its franchise. Plus,save more by trading in your quality usedbikes, sports and fitness equipment.Play It Again Sports1401 Garnet Ave.(858)490-0222playitagainsportssd.com

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you money. Still does.Trader Joe’s1211 Garnet Ave. 858-272-7235traderjoes.com

Best Hair Salon TanglezJanet and Susi are the proud owners ofTanglez, a friendly beach salon that isanything but typical. Between the ninefabulous stylists, there’s every type ofservice: from the latest in color tech-niques and clipping the kids to beehives and fixing up the guys. The salonis always neat, clean and bursting withfun! The stylists use the newest prod-ucts and are always game to try newthings. You’ll leave the salon with asmile and the confidence that your hairlooks amazing. Tanglez5010 Cass St.(858) 270-7313tanglezhair.com

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Walkin Salon by Robert CromeansA Paul Mitchell Focus salon. Enjoywalk in convenience with A RobertCromeans Salon experience! Walkin Salon by RobertCromeans969 Garnet Ave.(858) 270-9975robertcromeans.com

Best Hotel Tower23 Tower23 Hotel is San Diego’s only lux-ury-lifestyle hotel on the beach and oneof California’s most stylish and con-temporary urban resorts. The hotelderives its name from lifeguard tower23, which is positioned on PacificBeach near the hotel and creates a coolhaven to enjoy one of America’s bestcities. Tower23 Hotel is a refreshinglyminimalist but playful, creative studyfor the urban beach resort.Tower234551 Ocean Blvd.(858) 270-2323tower23hotel.com

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Best Local AttractionBelmont ParkSure to please the entire family, Bel-mont Park is located on the surf andsand of Mission Beach and offers freeparking and free park admission. Visi-

tors can enjoy traditional and contem-porary amusement park rides, ride thewave machines at Wave House BeachClub, play laser tag, visit the arcadeand midway style games, shop andenjoy a wide array of cuisine through-out the Park, which includes beach-front restaurants including the newlyopened rooftop restaurant and barCannonball, as well as food court styledining like Belmonty's Burgers and theThe Plunge Pizzeria.Belmont Park3146 Mission Blvd.(858) 228-9283belmontpark.com

Best Nail SalonFrench Nail Designs & SpaAlways a warm and welcome greetingwhen entering the Salon! French NailDesigns has been your neighborhoodNail Salon for many years with manysatisfied customers. Pink-and-whitenails, spa pedicures and manicures andgel nails are just some of the specialsthey offer. Treat yourself and yournails to a wonderful experience!French Nail Designs & Spa909 Grand Ave., Ste 2858-273-9515

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Perfect Nails & SpaFull service nail salon and day spamanicures, pedicures, acrylic nails,massages – the perfect place to relaxafter a long day at work. Good service,great prices, happy customers.Perfect Nails & Spa1837 Garnet Ave.(858) 274-4728

Best NurseryGreen Gardens NurseryThe neighborhood stop for a widechoice of plants, organic and non-organic fertilizers, imported pottery,specialty fountains and garden decor.The Backus family has run the nurseryon Cass Street for the last 30 years.Paul Backus offers a complimentaryrose consultation to help buyers choosethe perfect site for their thorny plant,prepare soil, set up irrigation and soforth. Green Gardens Landscape andDesign, a landscape design companythat serves residents and businesses, isalso run through the nursery.Green Gardens Nursery4910 Cass S.(858) 483-8803sdgreengardens.com

Best Paint StoreSherwin-WilliamsSherwin-Williams is a contemporarypaint store with an extraordinary histo-ry. Founded in 1866, only one yearafter the Civil War ended, it enteredthe market at a time when there was norailroad to the Pacific, no telephones,no electric lights, no automobiles, and

perhaps most notably, no ready-to-usepaint. Founders Henry Sherwin andEdward Williams set out to invent theproduct that consumers now use by thegallon every day. Wow! Who knew?Sherwin-Williams1220 Garnet Ave.(858) 581-3607sherwin-williams.com

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Dunn EdwardsDunn-Edwards, a paint-industry lead-er since 1925, is a paint manufacturerspecializing in exterior and interiorpaint, as well as professional paint.Dunn Edwards5180 Mission Blvd.(858) 488-8312dunnedwards.com

Best Personal TrainerAddie@Addies StudioSpecializing in personal training, func-tional daily living, balance, strength,flexibility and core conditioning, aswell as cardiovascular exercise, pos-ture, weight loss, rehabilitation andsenior fitness. Having a strong, long-standing relationship with the MSSociety, it utilized the MS fitness pro-gram to help hundreds of MS clientsimprove their quality of life. Achieveyour fitness goals with Addie.Addie's Studio4440 Ingraham St.(858) 483-2711addiesstudio.com

Best Pet Hospital-Veterinarian Grand Animal HospitalDr. Kevin M. Scoggin and team arecommitted to bringing you and yourpets better health by practicing the sci-ence of Veterinary Medicine. GrandAnimal Hospital is a full-service Ani-mal Hospital whose mission is to pro-vide the highest standard of qualityand compassion in veterinary care,emergency veterinary services in addi-tion to standard medical, surgical, anddental veterinary care.

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ABC Veterinary HospitalABC Veterinary Hospital offers a fullrange of veterinary services designed toprovide the highest level of care foryour special pet. The facilities are com-plete with radiology, dentistry and anin-house laboratory. In addition togeneral medicine, it provides low-costspay, neuter and vaccine services, aswell as year-round flea, tick and heart-worm prevention. Advances inmedicine and science technologyafforded ABC Veterinary Hospital theopportunity to enhance its exceptional

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Best Pet Store Noah’s Natural Pet MarketWhen you care enough about your petto ensure he or she only gets the best,you go to Noah's Natural Pet Market.Noah’s is a retail pet supply store andself-service pet wash that focuses onholistic health for your animal. Thestore carries a variety of all natural,

healthy pet foods and environmentallyfriendly pet products. The staff atNoah’s are always happy to help outyou or your furry friend. Noah’s allotsplenty of research to carrying the bestfoods and supplements on the market,meaning you can have confidence thatyour pet truly is getting the best.Noah’s Natural Pet Market& Pet Wash4431 Cass St.(858) 270-8161noahsnaturalpetmarket.com

Best Place for Exotic GiftsMotu HawaiiIf you’re looking for leis in San Diego,you’ll find them at Motu Hawaii! Beensearching for a ukulele? Motu has themtoo! You’ll find products from Hawaiiand other Pacific Islands like freshflower leis, ukuleles, Surfah slippers,Island Tat tees, Hinano fashions, alohashirts and dresses, Hawaiian heirloomjewelry, Tahitian black pearls, CDs,DVDs, auto stickers, hula supplies,toere sticks, Hawaiian print fabric,Hawaiian books, backpacks, gift items,and so much more ... It even has Poly-nesian dance entertainment & classes!Motu Hawaii4150 Mission Blvd., Suite 115 (858) 272-MOTU

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Luv Surf Luv Surf s a lifestyle brand, inspired bythe eclectic beach communities of SanDiego. Luv Surf is beach lovers whoembrace the local San Diego culture ofsurf and sun! It is pet friendly, environ-mentally aware, active and hopes thattheir line of beachwear and accessoriesis a reflection of their Luv for this greatplace. Luv Surf 3816 Mission Blvd. (858) 230-66luvsurfretail.com

Best for Unusual Gifts Hydrangea CoveHydrangea Cove is a charming shopspecializing in unique home and gar-den accessories with a beach cottagefeel. It features coastal-inspired decor,one-of-a-kind vintage pieces, booksand lovely gifts in a casual and com-fortable style for browsing and shop-ping. Hydrangea Cove was createdafter Susan Christopher, owner, hadextensive searches for items to outfitand decorate her Mission Beach cot-tage and small garden. Located in thenorth PB, a few blocks from the oceanthis little shop is worth the visit.Hydrangea Cove929 Turquoise St.hydrangeacove.com

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Pangaea OutpostOnce upon a time, Pangaea was thecenter of the world, a colossal landmass that contained anything andeverything its inhabitants needed,including the trinkets. Pangaea’s keptthe name and spirit alive with all man-ner of gifts from all over the world.Fancy kitchen utensils, Eastern culturalartifacts, baubles, bangles and evenbeads: Pangaea’s the place to duck intofor a look at the world as it was and is.Pangaea Outpost909 Garnet Ave.(858) 581-0555pangaeaoutpost.com

Best Plumber Bill Howe Plumbing Bill Howe Plumbing has been servingSan Diego County and employing thehighest quality San Diego plumberssince 1980. Family-owned and operat-ed since its inception more than 30years ago, it continues to operate in SanDiego under one roof. All plumbersemployed at Bill Howe Plumbing have

a variety of certifications and special-ties. They operate more than 70 trucksand guarantee the work. Its philosophyof providing high-quality work andexcellent customer service is what hasmade Bill Howe a household name. Bill Howe Plumbing 1-800-Bill-HOWE (1-800-245-5469) billhowe.com

Best Printer PB PrintingPB Printing is a full-service print shopthat offers everything from businesscards to flyers to posters to stickers,plus a knowledgeable staff that canhelp you with graphic and web design,logos, branding and direct mail cam-paigns. The company is committed tothe environment, using soy-based inks,Green Seal certified paper and recy-cling programs.PB Printing853 Hornblend St. (858) 273-8335SDprint.com

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North Shores Printery No job is too small for the NSP that hasserved the community since 1980.North Shores Printery offers services inoffset and digital printing, finishing,full capability binding, drilling andfolding. A graphic designer can createlogos or identity packages for cus-tomers. Jay Brewer and Jeremy Ses-sions manage the store. North Shores Printery 926 Turquoise St.(858) 488-4871northshoresprintery.net

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Buffalo ExchangeBuffalo Exchange is more fashionablethan the average thrift store. Its ever-changing inventory includes designerlabels, vintage, jeans, leather and one-of-a-kind items. Eighty percent of itsclothing and accessories come fromlocal customers, which means the like-lihood of turning your former favoritesinto cash is pretty high. Many of theitems run under $20, making you tolook fabulous for a whole lot less.Buffalo Exchange1007 Garnet Ave.(858) 273-6227buffaloexchange.com

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Woodstock’s PizzaWoodstock’s Pizza has been making its markin college towns across California for morethan two decades, and Pacific Beach finallygot its own location for families and studentsto enjoy. Here, the secret really is in thesauce, which is baked into the folded crustfor a spicy kick from your first bite to yourlast. Founders Chuck Woodstock and MikeChew committed early on to using only freshdough and piling on more toppings thantheir competitors. They also established afamily friendly environment, where parentscan enjoy an adult beverage and watch sport-ing events on large-screen TVs while theirchildren dig into the gooey slices of pie.

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Notary services. Surf & Post also offersshort-term storage, as well as loansigning services. Located across fromthe Pacific Beach Post Office, it’s a farquicker way to send anything. Open 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Ask for Steve! Surf & Post4629 Cass St.(858) 272-8656surfandpost.com

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Beach MailboxFor more than eight years now, BeachMailbox has built a solid reputationas the beach area's most trused packingand shipping store, private mailboxrental location and Notary Service.Beach Mailbox864 Grand Ave.(858) 272-887beachmailbox.com

Best Shoe Store Skecher’sGreat shoes, low prices, big sales, hugeselection for the entire family – forevery season. Skecher’s keeps PacificBeach in good standing.Skecher’s4475 Mission Blvd.(858) 581-6010skechers.com

Best Skate ShopSoul GrindThe part of a skateboard on which theuser stands is called the truck. You’dhave known that if you’d spent anytime at all at Soul Grind, your choice asPacific Beach’s best skate shop. Skate-boards by Gravity, Sector Nine andother famous makers abound here —and the skateboarding lessons them-selves may be the most important inSoul Grind’s slate of services. Soul Grind4627 Mission Blvd.(858) 581-2468soulgrind.com

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Pacific Drive Skateboard Pacific Drive Skateboard stocks animpressive line of top name brands ofdeck shoes, clothing, and of coursedecks and supplies. The friendly staffwill set you up right.Pacific Drive Skateboard Shop756 Thomas Ave. (858) 270-336pacificdrive.com

Best Smog CheckChris's Auto Smog &Repair CenterOk, so it’s not much to look at, butChris’s Auto & Smot gets the job done.It will give you the skinny on what youneed to have done up front and thepricing is very fair. Chris's Auto Smog & Repair Center2920 Damon Ave.(858) 270-1888

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Steve Auto RepairAuto repair, oil-change stations, smogcheck stations. You can expect fastturn-around, friendly service and fairprices. People drive for miles to useSteve. That says a lot.Steve Auto Repair1370 Garnet Ave.(858) 274-1195

Best Surf ShopMission Surf Since 1993, Mission Beach Surf Shophas been the one-stop shop for surfand beach needs. The shop carries top-of-the-line brands like TavikSwimwear, Sanuk, Oakley, Eaton,Rusty, Dakine and too many others tomention. It sells surfboards from leg-

endary shapers like Rusty Priesendor-fer, Joe Baugess, Matt Biolos and GaryLinden, or it can even build a custommade for you. It also rents surfboards,stand-up paddle boards, body boards,wetsuits and bikes. Mission Surf 4320 Mission Blvd.(858) 483-8837missionsurf.com

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Rail II Rail Surf ShopRail II Rail Surf Shop was founded in2007 by David Alexander Woods tobetter serve the San Diego beach com-munities, surf, skate and snowboardingneeds. Rail II Rail specializes in high-end environmental tech products, butis a full-service surf shop that caters tothe locals and tourists alike. Located inthe heart of Mission Beach, directlyadjacent to the Big Dipper roller coast-er and beautiful Belmont Park. Rail II Rail Surf Shop3232 Mission Blvd. (858) 412-4041 rail2railsurfshop.com

Best Swim SuitsGone Bananas BeachwearThis place has one up on the otherbeach clothing stores in the area. Ittakes its fashion cues right off thebeach. It’s just off the boardwalk, afterall, and it has everything you need for aday on the sand — cover-ups, bikinis,one-piece suits, sandals, beach bagsand more. All this stuff comes indesigner or more affordable models.And you’re so close to the beach thatyou don’t even have to take your pur-chase home first.Gone Bananas Beachwear3785 Mission Blvd.(858) 488-4900 gonebananasbeachwear.com

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Sunsplash Swimwear Sunsplash Swimwear provides a fullselection of international swimwear.The offerings include runway styles forjuniors, gorgeous bikinis, contempo-rary one-pieces, stunning missy, funmix-and-match, daring d-cup, lovelylong torso, and slimming styles. Sun-splash has it all! The store’s collectionis continually being updated andchanged with recent swimwear fash-ions to bring the latest trends and

styles to you. Its swimwear specialistsare trained to assist you in finding theperfect swimsuit to flatter your figure! Sunsplash Swimwear 979 Garnet Ave. (858) 581-3400

Best Travel Store Traveler’s DepotTraveler’s Depot is a wise place to stopbefore you travel to ensure you haveeverything for your journey. The storesells luggage, travel books, maps, purs-es, handbags and backpacks. And sinceyou will have to rely more on your feetduring your travels, the Depot alsostocks comfortable sandals and Keenshoes — a waterproof, non-slip, com-fortable shoe for professionals andtravelers with weary feet.

Traveler’s Depot1655 Garnet Ave.(858) 483-1421travelersdepot.com

Best Woman’sApparel/AccessoriesSurf Club Surf ShopLocated in the heart of Pacific Beach,Surf Club has a wide variety of san-dals, swimsuits, surf supplies andmore. Stop by and browze around.Surf Club Surf Shop952 Garnet Ave.(858) 483-4854surfclubsurfshop.com

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Best Workout Facility/Health ClubWavehouse Athletic ClubAt Wavehouse Athletic Club, you notonly get access to state-of-the-artequipment, energetic group fitnessclasses and dedicated personal train-ers, but also the chance to swim in ThePlunge, San Diego’s largest indoorheated pool and a historic landmark toboot, as well as sessions on theFlowrider, a manmade wave machinethat provides both fun and fitness.Wavehouse Athletic Club3115 Ocean Front Walk(858) 228-9300wavehouseathleticclub.com

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Corepower YogaLocated just at the intersection ofIngraham Street and Garnet Avenue,the Pacific Beach yoga studio can beconveniently accessed from the I-5.This location houses one large and lux-urious yoga room, as well as a range ofamenities, including changing roomswith showers and private lockers. Thisstudio will also feature a full retail bou-tique showcasing men’s and women’sactivewear and accessories for all ofyour yoga and lifestyle needsCorepower Yoga1554 Garnet Ave.

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The Baked BearThe goal with The Baked Bear is to provide San Diego with a unique spin ona timeless dessert. The Baked Bear specializes in custom cookie ice creamsandwiches and serves a wide range of other unique desserts. It providesfreshly baked cookies and premium ice cream at an affordable price foreveryone to enjoy. Located in the heart of Pacific Beach, it creates a welcom-ing environment for customers to feel at home while they enjoy the mostdelicious desserts in town.

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