Welcome to our Out & About Restaurant Guide! Here you will find a list of family-friendly eateries that are featured in Out & About 2008. Whether you’re looking for a place to stop for ice cream, have afternoon tea, or just grab a bite while you’re around town, we hope you’ll enjoy trying something new!

NORTH COUNTY COASTAL

Ki’s Restaurant
2591 South Coast Hwy 101,
Cardiff-by-the-Sea;
760-436-5236;
www.kisrestaurant.com
At this beachfront restaurant, you’ll find a healthy and delicious children’s menu. Fresh ingredients, whole grains and a wide selection of juices, smoothies, coffees and teas.

Swami’s Cafe
1163 South Coast Hwy. 101,
Encinitas;
760-944-0612;
www.swamis.signonsandiego.com
This restaurant offers a kid’s menu and an array of healthy meal choices. Made with fresh veggies, fruits and whole grains, you’ll want to sink your teeth into a salad or wrap and sip on a Swami’s smoothie.

101 Café
631 South Coast Highway,
Oceanside;
760-722-5220;
www.101cafe.net
Kids will love hamming it up in front of the Cruisin’ mural outside and sitting at the counters in Oceanside’s oldest restaurant. Its famous breakfasts are served all day, and the cobblers and carrot cake are made from 50-year-old recipes.

Pizza Port
135 N. Hwy 101,
Solana Beach;
858-481-7332;
www.pizzaport.com
Pizza Port is famous for its portzels (giant handmade pretzels), pizzas and home-brewed root beer. Handcrafted, seasonal ice cream flavors include unique treats like Campfire S’mores and Gingerbread Dough.

NORTH COUNTY INLAND

Olde Homestead Fudge Co.
590 Palm Canyon Dr.,
Borrego Springs;
760-767-5407;
www.fudgedirect.com
This fudge factory offers a variety of gourmet flavors of fudge, as well as milkshakes, malts, sundaes, and gourmet coffees. Open Oct-May.

Kelly’s Coffee & Fudge Factory
840 W. Valley Pkwy. #270,
Escondido;
760-796-4253;
www.kellyscoffee.com
Satisfy everyone’s sweet tooth with a large selection of homemade fudge flavors, tempting gelatos, gourmet desserts and chocolates.

Killer Pizza from Mars
329 W. Felicita Ave.,
Escondido;
760-746-4600;
www.killerpizzafrommars.com
1040 W. El Norte Pkwy,
Escondido;
760-741-MARS(6277)
Glow in the dark and dine on “alien” pizza at this fun family eatery. An arcade keeps the kids busy while the pizza is baking. Menu includes pasta, salads and sandwiches. Locations also in Oceanside and Fallbrook.

Rock’n Jenny’s Italian Subs
1044 W. Valley Pkwy,
Escondido;
760-480-2835
Fast, fresh, made-to-order, hot and toasted sub sandwiches. Pastas and salads.

Yogurt Place
154 W. Grand Ave.,
Escondido;
760-743-0492
330 W. Felicita Ave.,
Escondido;
760-743-4019
Offering a healthy alternative, this is a great place to cool down on a warm evening. Friendly staff serve up generous portions with an array of toppings.

Julian Pie Company
21976 Hwy. 79,
Santa Ysabel;
760-765-2400
2225 Main St..,
Juliian;
760-765-2449
www.julianpie.com
Sample a slice of delicious homemade pie or take home a whole pie to share. Don’t miss the irresistible peach apple or double-crust original apple pie.

Julian Tea and Cottage Arts
2124 Third St.,
Julian;
866-765-0832 or 760-765-OTEA
www.juliantea.com
Tea and scones served daily in this elegant turn-of-the-century home in downtown Julian. Reservations required.

King Leo Confections Candy Factory
4510 Hwy. 78,
Julian;
760-765-2264
www.kingleocandy.com
The showroom of this unique shop sparkles with fire-engine-red counters and a pedal-powered candy-wrapping machine. Try the fudge!

Mom’s Pies House
2119 Main St.,
Julian;
760-765-2472
www.momspiesjulian.com
Located in the heart of Main St., watch pies being made through the large front window; step inside to delight in the delicious aroma of homemade pies and savor a fresh-baked slice.

Old California Restaurant Row
1020 San Marcos Blvd.,
San Marcos;
760-744-0550
www.oldcalrestaurantrow.com
Old California Restaurant Row features 19 restaurants to suit every palate or ethnic inclination.

METRO COASTAL

Goldfish Point Café
1255 Coast Blvd.,
La Jolla;
858-459-7407
This tiny, indoor-outdoor café offers coffee, juices, pastries and light meals, just across from the Sunny Jim Cave.

Jeff’s Burgers
2152 Avenida de La Playa,
La Jolla;
858-454-8038
Tiny Jeff’s Burgers offers 30 years of expertise serving juicy patties, hotdogs and fries. Great for beach-bound take-out meals.

The Mission
3795 Mission Blvd.,
Mission Beach;
858-488-9060
Misson Beach’s signature coffee house is a great place to wake up, chow on pastries and signature “Chino-Latino” dishes, and check out the casual surf scene in the heart of Mission Beach.

Ranchos
1830 Sunset Cliffs Blvd., #H,
Ocean Beach;
619-226-7619
Colorful, family-friendly Ranchos offers large, healthful Mexican meals, vegetarian and vegan dishes and fresh-fruit smoothies.

Kono’s Café
704 Garnet Ave,
Pacific Beach;
858-483-1669
Kono’s boardwalk eatery is an early-morning breakfast favorite with shivering surfers and strolling families. Grab a breakfast burrito and watch the waves from a boardwalk bench.

Lotsa Pasta
1762 Garnet Ave.,
Pacific Beach;
858-581-6777
Lotsa Pasta has been serving up heaping helpings of noodles for over a decade. Indoor or outdoor dining, a healthy noise level and every kid’s favorite grub make for a family-friendly meal.

Rubio’s Number One
4504 East Mission Bay Dr.,
Pacific Beach;
858-272-2801;
www.rubios.com
Rubio’s, San Diego’s homegrown favorite for Mexican food, started as a small stand here in the early 1980s. Drop in for Baja Californian fish tacos at the place where it all began.

METRO DOWNTOWN

Mariposa Homemade Ice Cream
3450 Adams Ave.,
Normal Heights;
619-284-5197;
www.mariposaicecream.com
This mom-and-pop parlor serves ice cream cones, sundaes, shakes and sodas. Take the kids to the daily Happy Hour from 3 to 6 p.m., when ice cream is just $1. Try the seasonal favorites, such as watermelon sorbet in the summer, pumpkin in the fall and peppermint and eggnog in the winter. Store opens at 1 or 2 p.m. daily. Closed Tuesdays and holidays.

Corvette Diner
3946 Fifth Ave.,
Hillcrest;
619-542-1476;
www.cohnrestaurants.com
With its fabulous ’50s décor and gum-smacking waitresses, the Corvette Diner truly is a blast from the past and a great place for family dining. A DJ cranks out the oldies while a magician and balloon artist add to the fun. Enjoy the hearty burgers and shakes as well as the memorabilia, highlighted by the Corvette convertible that takes center stage. Birthday party pacakges.

Mama Testá Taqueria
1417A University Ave.,
Hillcrest;
619-298-8226
Bright, friendly and serving authentic Mexican food, Mama Testá is a colorful restaurant for all appetites. Tacos are the specialty and are served in many ways—soft, crispy, steamed or stewed in a broth. Nine types of salsa add flavor to any meal.

Mandarin House
2604 Fifth Ave.,
Hillcrest;
619-232-1101
Mandarin House is a delicious alternative to sometimes-bland family fare. From egg drop soup to egg rolls, from fried rice to fried noodles, Mandarin House has an extensive bill of fare sure to please both kids and parents alike.

Filippi’s Pizza Grotto
1747 India St.,
Downtown;
619-232-5094;
www.realcheesepizza.org
Filippi’s Pizza Grotto has been a favorite of San Diegans for more than 50 years. With a a full-service bakery, deli and Italian grocery, featuring olive oil, fresh-baked desserts, meats and cheeses, the children’s menu offers authentic homemade Italian meals of lasagna, ravioli and spaghetti. Share a pizza, an antipasto or a torpedo sandwich on tables covered in familiar red-checkered vinyl cloths.

Ghirardelli’s Soda Fountain & Chocolate Shop
643 Fifth Ave.,
Downtown;
619-234-2449;
www.ghirardelli.com
From hot fudge sundaes to rich creamy chocolate, Ghirardelli’s has everything you need to satisfy your sweet tooth without having to visit the Bay Area. Enjoy a cone or a sundae or split the enormous Earthquake creation made with bananas, eight scoops of ice cream and eight different toppings. The chocolate shop sells Ghirardelli’s most popular confections and offers samples.

METRO CENTRAL

D.Z. Akins
6930 Alvarado Rd.,
College Area;
619-265-0218;
www.dzakinsdeli.com
This busy restaurant is family-friendly in the best way. In addition to oversized entrees and a kids’ menu, customers can take home goodies from their bakery, deli and gift shop. Make sure to get a free cookie when you visit.

Studio Diner
4701 Ruffin Rd.,
Kearny Mesa;
858-715-6400;
www.studiodiner.com
Located on an actual movie lot, kids and adults will enjoy the restaurant’s chrome exterior and studio decor. Sit at the counter to enjoy an old-fashioned malted for a real time-warp experience.

Dave & Buster’s
2931 Camino Del Rio North,
Mission Valley;
619-280-7115;
www.daveandbusters.com
Enjoy a meal in the restaurant, then head to the midway to enjoy popular video games, traditional favorites such as Skee-Ball and interactive games. Coupons can be exchanged for prizes.

OLD TOWN

Old Town Mexican Café
2489 San Diego Ave;
619-297-4330;
www.oldtownmexcafe.com
Authentic Mexican cuisine and a lively atmosphere is what the Old Town Mexican Café has been serving up for 25 years. The famous "Tortilla Ladies of Old Town" are here too, making fresh tortillas daily in their sidewalk window.

Casa Guadalajara
4105 Taylor St (next to Bazaar del Mundo shops);
619-295-5111
Popular with locals and out-of-towners alike, you’ll enjoy the traditional Mexican favorites served at Casa Guadalajara. The patio seating offers lush plants and a great south-of-the-border atmosphere. Enjoy strolling mariachis Wed-Sun evenings.

Mrs. Burton’s Tea Room
2465 Heritage Park Row;
619-294-4600;
www.mrsburtonstearoom.com
Mrs. Burton’s Tea Room specializes in themed tea parties for all occasions. Assorted hats and boas are provided for dressing up. Must-try teatime treats are shortbread with lemon curd, fruit tarts and scones.

BALBOA PARK

Dinosaur Café
In the atrium of the San Diego Natural History Museum;
619-255-0317,
www.sdnhm.org/visit/index.html#cafe
Casual café, features kid-favorites like fruity slushies; cookies, house-made cupcakes, soups, salads and sandwiches.

Galileo’s Café
Reuben H. Fleet Science Center;
619-238-1233, ext. 829;
www.rhfleet.org/galileo.html
Mac & cheese, pb & j sandwiches, pizza, hot dogs, salads and soups. Fruit and vegetarian selections. Coffee drinks and teas.

The Prado
In the House of Hospitality,
1549 El Prado;
619-557-9441;
www.pradobalboa.com
Charming indoor and outdoor dining. Unique décor blends historical aspects of the House of Hospitality and whimsical accessories inspired by
the Park’s museum collections.

EAST COUNTY

Alpine Bread Basket Restaurant & Bakery
1347 Tavern Rd.,
Alpine;
619-445-0706;
www.alpinebreadbasket.com
Located at the gateway of Cleveland National Forest, this restaurant is a local and visitor favorite, serving up fresh-baked yummy breakfast, lunch and dinner offerings. An outdoor patio has tables where kids can raise a little red flag to alert their server! Don’t miss visiting the bakery where fresh pastries, breads, cakes and pies are made. Kids’ menu available.

Cobblestone Cottage Tea Shoppe
1945 Alpine Blvd.,
Alpine;
619-445-6064;
www.cobblestonecottageteashoppe.com
Enjoy a cottage atmosphere where tea is served both indoors and in an outdoor garden area with linens and china. Dress up in vintage clothes as you enjoy informal, afternoon or high tea featuring a wide variety of delicacies. Reservations recommended. Closed Sunday through Tuesday.

Yogurt Mill
935 Broadway,
El Cajon;
619-579-1566
An East County favorite for thirty years, this yogurt shop has large portions at great prices. It’s so popular that there is usually a line in the evenings in front of the leaning tower building where Yogurt Mill is housed. A selection of ten flavors of frozen yogurt and 40 toppings are available. Yogurt pies and a choice of no sugar or low lactose yogurts are available every day.

Yo Yo’s Frozen Yogurt
2650 Jamacha Blvd.,
El Cajon;
619-660-7362
Create your own masterpiece with 16 frozen yogurt flavors and over 50 toppings. Sugar free and non-dairy yogurt flavors are always available.

The Aubrey Rose Tea Room
8362 La Mesa Blvd.,
La Mesa;
619-461-4832;
www.theaubreyrosetearoom.com
Enjoy this English tradition with two full-service afternoon teas. Closed Sundays through Tuesdays. Reservations recommended.

Casa de Pico Restaurant
5500 Grossmont Blvd. in Grossmont Center,
La Mesa;
619-463-3267
A local favorite, located in Old Town for 30 years, has found a new home in La Mesa. The atmosphere is festive and the food is fantastic. Come dine in the large, colorful restaurant or on the outdoor patio. Kids and adults will enjoy the live mariachis.

Sanfilippo’s Pizza
8141 La Mesa Blvd.,
La Mesa.;
619-464-2088
Sanfilippo’s has some of the best pizza in East County. But there’s more than just pizza here, the menu has all the Italian standards. Every child gets a ball of uncooked pizza dough to play with, as well as crayons and a paper menu to color.

SOUTH BAY

La Bella Cafe & Games
Corner of Third and G. St.,
Chula Vista;
619-426-8820;
www.labellapizza.com
La Bella Cafe and Games offers a safe and fun atmosphere for the young and young at heart. The 3,000 square foot arcade space features the latest games (including networks for xbox, etc.), electronic dartboards, pool tables and jukebox. Located next door to La Bella Pizza Garden.

La Bella Pizza Garden
373 Third Ave.,
Chula Vista;
619-426-8820;
www.labellapizza.com
This downtown Chula Vista institution serves breakfast, lunch and dinner seven days a week. They cook up a variety of menu items but it’s the famous pizza that keeps local fans coming back.

Yokozuna’s Sushi Bar and Islander Grill
945 N. Otay Lakes Rd.,
Chula Vista;
619-482-0134;
www.yokozunas.com
Offering homestyle Hawaiian and Guamanian fare, this neighborhood haunt located across the road from Southwestern College has an almost cult-like following. The menu has plenty of delights to choose from: soups, salads, sushi, teriyaki, ribs, tempura, lumpia and delicious kelaguen; and they also have children’s portions.

Jalisco Cafe
1669 Palm Ave.,
Imperial Beach;
619-575-4955;
www.jaliscocafe.com
4026 Bonita Rd.,
Bonita;
619-267-7855
Since the first location opened in I.B. in the 1940’s, the Jalisco Cafe has been dishing up good, authentic Mexican food in a family friendly atmosphere. Every day they serve breakfast, lunch, dinner, and even “late breakfast” from an extensive menu of specialties and combination plates, including a “ninos and seniors” menu. Fresh menudo and pozole daily.

For additional family-friendly restaurants, check out San Diego Family Magazine’s Website at www.sandiegofamily.com and click on restaurants.