Noel & Jamie
Things To Do
Sunset Cliffs Natural Park
Although a bit of a drive from our wedding venue, Sunset Cliffs is worth the trip. If you walk far enough south, you'll end up on Point Loma's sprawling coastal campus. After walking along the cliffs, take a dip in the ocean, try a coffee at OB Beans, or grab some famous fish tacos at Mike's Taco Club.
Little Italy
We went to this historic neighborhood in downtown San Diego for our first date. The area boasts a local farmers market every Saturday morning that covers more than four city blocks. For coffee, try James Coffee Co. For food, try Underbelly or Crack Shack. To recreate our first date, try Civico 1845 for dinner and M Winehouse for a glass of wine and a board game. And for dessert, you can't go wrong with Salt & Straw's homemade ice cream. There are endless options!
Pannikin Coffee & Tea
This cozy historic coffee house on Coast Hwy has been serving fresh coffee for over four decades. You might want to bring a good book!
Queenstage Coffee House
Coffee shop, bike shop, and sandwich spot, all in one. What more could you ask for!? Plus, lots of outdoor seating.
Cardiff Seaside Market
This market is a Cardiff staple offering a variety of good eats. It is most famous for its tri-tip, rightly nicknamed "Cardiff Crack."
Carlsbad Village
Similar to Little Italy, the Village is full of good eats, small boutiques, and is only a few minutes walk from the beach. For a good cup of coffee, try Revolution Roasters or Steady State Roasting. For a dinner you won't forget, try Campfire, Gonzo Ramen, or Pizza Port.
Tamarack Surf Beach
Whether you want to try your hand at surfing, you're a cold plunge fanatic, or you just want to lay on the sand for hours, Tamarack is easy to access and has plenty of space to lay out.
Juanitas Taco Shop.
San Diego Mexican food is a MUST. Juanita's is a favorite of ours, but it's hard to go wrong no matter where you end up. Jamie's order is usually al pastor tacos or rolled tacos (always topped with lettuce, cheese and guac). Noel loves a good California burrito or adobada tacos.
Annie's Canyon Trail
Rugged wilderness hiking paths in an ecological reserve with sweeping ocean & lagoon views.