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A starting point for exploring Solana Beach
Explore a shortlist from our researched local directory. Each group explains how its places were selected. These suggestions are separate from the community votes above and do not represent a citywide award.
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Independent kitchens, neighborhood cafes and places for your next meal.
Selected from sourced Google ratings of at least 4.3 with 20 or more reviews, ordered by rating then review count.
Bakery
The Coop | Bakehouse & Pantry
The Coop | Bakehouse & Pantry is a bakery on Lomas Santa Fe Drive.
Restaurant
Claire's on Cedros
Claire's on Cedros is a cafe and bakery located in Solana Beach, California, offering locally sourced breakfast, lunch, and handcrafted drinks in a charming coastal setting. The cafe serves a variety of dishes,…
Restaurant
Chief's Burgers, Brew & Spirits
Chief's Burgers, Brew & Spirits is a restaurant on Lomas Santa Fe Drive.
Restaurant
Pillbox Tavern
Pillbox Tavern serves Coastal Americana cuisine from its perch above the cliffside Solana Beach neighborhood of Fletcher Cove. The restaurant sits in Solana Beach, California. Its menu features mac and cheese, burgers,…
Restaurant
Solana Beach Fish House
Solana Beach Fish House is a seafood restaurant located in Solana Beach, California. The restaurant has been a favorite local spot since 1994 and is family owned and operated. The restaurant serves a variety of seafood…
Independent shops worth exploring
Browse locally rooted shops and find something beyond the usual chains.
An alphabetical selection of researched local places. This is not a rating or popularity ranking.
Art gallery
Aaron Chang Ocean Art Gallery
Aaron Chang Ocean Art Gallery is an art gallery on South Cedros Avenue.
Shop
BijouRocks by Reine Krief
BijouRocks by Reine Krief is a shop on East Cliff Street.
Furniture and home accents shop
Cassidy Interiors
Cassidy Interiors, founded by Gary Pederson, who was born and raised in Encinitas, CA, has a storefront on Cedros Avenue in the Solana Beach design district. Gary Pederson's great design eye for pieces and his…
Shoe shop
Cedros Soles
Cedros Soles is a shoe shop on South Cedros Avenue L.
Furniture shop
Coastal Furniture
Coastal Furniture specializes in creating custom sofas made in the USA, operating from the Cedros Design District in Solana Beach, California. The company's product lineup includes dining chairs, living room…
Shop
Craftsman Revival Home
Craftsman Revival Home is a furniture store located in Solana Beach, California. It offers a variety of products, including furniture, lighting, rugs, and accessories, all made to the highest standards of quality and…
Make a day of it
Museums, galleries and cultural stops from our city directory.
An alphabetical selection of researched local places. This is not a rating or popularity ranking.
Live music venue
Belly Up Tavern
The Belly Up Tavern is a live music venue located in Solana Beach, California. It has been hosting legends and rising stars in the music industry since its opening. The venue offers a variety of shows and events,…
Arts and culture
North Coast Repertory Theatre
The North Coast Repertory Theatre is located in Solana Beach, California, and offers a range of programs for children and teens, including classes, workshops, and summer camps. The Theatre School at North Coast Rep…
History museum
Solana Beach Heritage Museum
The Solana Beach Heritage Museum is located in La Colonia Park and offers a glimpse into the community's past. The museum is housed in a building that was constructed in 1887 and was the first home built in the area.…
Public library
Solana Beach Library
Solana Beach Library is a public library on Stevens Avenue.
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