Cheap Places to Eat in Encinitas

"Eddie V’s will be serving a traditional Thanksgiving dinner with all the trimmings this year – complete with Brioche Sage Stuffing and hand-whipped potatoes, to name a few!. If you’re not feeling festive, you can always order from the regular menu; no one could blame you for eyeing the Chilean sea bass or lobster tacos at this well-known seafood destination in La Jolla. Both menus will be served from 11:00am-9:00 pm."

"We had an absolutely amazing experience celebrating our 25th anniversary @ Eddie V’s. The service was excellent!. Rose petals on our table, complimentary..."

"This favorite among neighborhood locals (and not-so-locals) churns out top-notch thin-crust, Neapolitan-style pies. The 35 different pizzas on offer -- mostly with proper, Italian names -- range from margherita (the gold standard upon which any pizzeria can be measured), to pies topped with shrimp, salmon, speck, and even fried eggplant. The small dining area can get crowded, but pizzas cook in minutes, so it’s rare to have to wait very long once you’re seated."

"Best for: good foodLocation: 3001 Beech St., San Diego, CA 92102Menu. No visit to the city is complete without a stop at this San Diego staple. Buona Forchetta lives by a simple motto: “Keeping it fresco, semplice e delizioso!"

"One of our favorite San Diego treats is the Mexican street corn from the Taco Stand. The Taco Stand is a La Jolla local favorite for burritos, and unless you arrive early (or late), expect to find a line. It is one of our family must stop visits in San Diego!"

"Undeniably authentic Mexican in a casual spot walking distance to the beach. A local favorite is the adobado tacos, which they roast on a spit right at the restaurant."

"Little Italy offers an abundance of Italian restaurants, which is no surprise. It’s tough to narrow down recommendations with so many scrumptious menus. But if I could send you for one dinner in this delightful area of San Diego, adjacent to downtown, I would direct you to Filippi’s Pizza Grotto."

"For a taste of Italy in San Diego, grab a table at Filippi’s Pizza Grotto. With 15 locations throughout the greater San Diego area and beyond, Filippi’s Pizza Grotto is a household name. Filippi’s serves Italian fare including pizza, pasta, and classic entrees such as Chicken Parmigiana."

"A family-friendly mini-museum dedicated to the American Revolution and continental cuisine meet at this two-story venue located right off Interstate-5. Dishes like New England chowder, Maryland crab cakes and Connecticut lobster rolls remind diners of the space’s New England leanings while other items like sesame seared ahi tuna salad and fish tacos bring a contemporary edge to the menu. Insider tip: Admission to the museum is free."

"Posted by Green Dragon Tavern & Museum on Saturday, 31 August 2019. Though they’re some of Carlsbad’s newest attractions, the Green Dragon Tavern and Museum have become popular with locals and out-of-state visitors. The museum portion of the facility is dedicated to preserving early American history – from the colonial days through the Revolutionary War."

"The Green Dragon Tavern and Museum brings a little bit of East Coast U.S. colonial history to San Diego museum. The fact that it’s a tavern means that you can tour the free museum with a glass of wine or beer in-hand (that you’d need to purchase, of course). Exhibits include significant, original documents signed by John Hancock, Sam Adams and others."

"If your little one fancies turning their hand towards a little culinary creation then you may wish to opt for booking a special experience at La Jolla’s California Pizza Kitchen outlet. This chain offers special ‘CP kids’ birthday party’ packages, that include behind-the-scenes tours of the kitchen and a chance for the kids to make their own pizzas. You can even pick up special child-size chef hats or jackets for a little extra fee."

"Handcrafted, small-batch beers are the name of the game at Kilowatt. The master brewers at this eclectic neighborhood beer palace continually tweak their recipes for optimal color, flavor, bouquet, and balance. This commitment to experimentation means the beer list is always brimming with fantastic flavors and uncommon variety."

"It's easy to spend an hour in this heartfelt museum of surf artifacts, from a timeline of surfing history to surf-themed art and a radical collection of boards, including the one chomped by a shark when it ate the arm of surfer Bethany Hamilton. Special exhibits change frequently along different themes (eg Women of Surfing and Surfers of the Vietnam War)."

"The San Diego Asian Pacific Historic District, San Diego’s historic Chinatown, is an eight-block district adjacent to and in part overlapping with the Gaslamp Quarter Historic District. The San Diego Chinatown is bounded by Market Street on the north, 2nd Ave. on the west, 6th ave. on the east and J st. on the south. 22 structures are considered historically contributing."

"The Chinese Historical Museum displays Chinese-American art, culture and history. Housed in a restored mission-style building, exhibits include miniature models, historic photographs and rare artifacts related to the heritage of San Diego’s Chinese community. *Small donation requested."

"The Museum of Photographic Arts was founded in 1974 and opened in 1983. It is one of three museums in the US dedicated to the collection and preservation of photography. The museum’s mission is to inspire, educate, and engage the broadest possible audience through the presentation, collection, and preservation of photography, film, and video."

"An independent institution devoted to photography, film, and video. Founded in 1983, MOPA consistently addresses cultural, historical, and social issues through its visual learning programs."

"The Power of Photography MOPA is a center for visual learning, passionately dedicated to sharing and exploring the universal language of photography."

"A post shared by North Park Main Street (@northparkmainstreet). Punchy East Coast flavors meet sunny San Diego in this casual, family-oriented eatery in North Park. Tucked in a storefront in the Lynhurst building, with outdoor seating and charming gingham checkered tables inside, even the atmosphere of Pete’s has an East Coast beachy feel."

"The extensive menu covers all the bases including clam chowder and lobster rolls to the whole range of fried seafoods such as fish, lobster, shrimp, oysters and even Ipswich clams. Delivery and takeout is available as well as outdoor seating."

"Mission Valley's most popular sushi option is King's Fish House, a seafood restaurant that has cooked fish classics in addition to sushi. Diners can order grilled seafood and meat ..."

"Join Flemings Steakhouse La Jolla for a three-course Thanksgiving feast for just $49 per person, including classics like the Mixed Herb-Roasted Turkey Breast, or Sliced Beef Tenderloin. Sides include delicious butter-mashed sweet potatoes or Yukon Gold mashed potatoes. And bring the kids, too!"

"The staff will always be incredibly friendly and the food tastes great too. Your dining experience in La Jolla will definitely be memorable if you try any of the restaurants featured here."

"Though the live mariachi band has been temporarily suspended due to COVID-19, our favorite Carlsbad Mexican restaurant still provides all the fun, flavor, and tantalizing scents of Mexico’s authentic cuisine and culture. The colorful, vibrant restaurant with a happy fiesta vibe serves savory Mexican dishes with a Baja flair. We believe its famous margaritas are the best in the west."

"Located 5.2 km (3.2 mi) away from Moonlight State Beach is Forum Carlsbad shopping mall, where Casa De Bandini Mexican restaurant can be found. From the entrance to the interior, both adults and children will adore the decoration. There’s a large outdoor sitting area great for families with kids and a water fountain beside the seating area."