Local Recs

Local recommendations from the makers on the site. Find your new favorite spot!

Simpkins Leather | Oceanside, CA
Simpkins Leather | Oceanside, CA

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Merenda Wine Bar - 1931 S. Coast Hwy #102, Oceanside, CA 92054

My wife and I first discovered Merenda a few years back when we had just moved to Oceanside. We fell in love with the stylish charm of this gorgeous Wine Bar and since then we have celebrated birthdays here, had our wedding reception here, and it has been our go-to date spot. 

What I Recommend: Cannot go wrong with any of their homemade pastas, and be sure to pair it with an orange/ skin contact wine! Our favorite is Biddizza Skin Contact Orange! 


Little Fox Ice Cream - 1940 S. Freeman St Ste 100, Oceanside, CA 92054

After Merenda, head over to Little Fox Ice Cream around the corner for dessert! A mid century modern inspired ice cream shop with the best homemade ice cream. 

What I Recommend: 2 Scoops of "Once Upon A Time in Hollywood"! 

Sound By The Sea - 325 S. Coast Hwy, Oceanside, CA 92054

Our go-to date night/ cocktail spot in South Oceanside. A listening bar with Immaculate vibes, fantastic music, and awesome soju-based cocktails! 

What I Recommend: Their signature "Dean Martini", the Sound by The Sea take on an espresso martini. 



Ellen's Beads | Chula Vista, CA
Ellen's Beads | Chula Vista, CA

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The Hotel Del - 1500 Orange Ave, Coronado, CA 92118

My wife and I first discovered Merenda a few years back when we had just moved to Oceanside. We fell in love with the stylish charm of this gorgeous Wine Bar and since then we have celebrated birthdays here, had our wedding reception here, and it has been our go-to date spot. 

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Mobe Glass | San Diego, CA
Mobe Glass | San Diego, CA

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Winstons Beach Club - 1921 Bacon St., San Diego, CA 92107

Head here on Monday nights for a good ol time! 

Oscars Mexican Seafood -  746 Emerald St San Diego, CA 92109

 What I Recommend: Shrimp Tacos! 

City Farmers Nursery -  3110 Euclid Ave, San Diego, CA 92105 

"A Little Bit of Country in the Heart of the City"