Guidebook for Moonlight Beach Getaway
Shopping
Hansen Surfboards
1105 S Coast Hwy 101get all your surf gear here
Leucadia Farmers Market
185 Union Stsunday mornings
Target
1010 N El Camino RealGet the seasoned tri- tip for grilling- Locals call it "Cardiff Crack" and it is yummy!
176 locals recommend
Cardiff Seaside Market
2087 San Elijo AveGet the seasoned tri- tip for grilling- Locals call it "Cardiff Crack" and it is yummy!
Coast Hwy Traders
530 S Coast Hwy 101local artisans
Three Sisters Jewelry Design
90 N Coast Hwy 101The Lumberyard
967 S Coast Hwy 101local shops, restaurants, outdoor spaces to hang out
Everything Else
San Diego Zoo
2920 Zoo Drbest zoo by far
To inspire people of all ages to connect
with plants and nature
196 locals recommend
San Diego Botanic Garden
300 Quail Gardens DrTo inspire people of all ages to connect
with plants and nature
Food Scene
Lofty Coffee Company
90 N Coast Hwy 101organic, yummy!
The Taco Stand
642 S Coast Hwy 101best cali tacos ever!
Honey's Bistro & Bakery
632 S Coast Hwy 101great breakfast/lunch
Leucadia Pizza Encinitas
315 S Coast Hwy 101pizza and italian food
Encinitas Cafe
531 S Coast Hwy 101old school, down home eats!
The 3rd Corner Wine Shop & Bistro
2265 Bacon Stnice selection of wines
101 Diner
552 S Coast Hwy 101get the acai bowl/eggs benedict special!
Blue Ribbon Artisan Pizzeria
897 S Coast Hwy 101the butterscotch pudding is the bomb!
Better Buzz Coffee Roasters
578 S Coast Hwy 101trendy coffee shop...
The Crack Shack - Encinitas
407 Encinitas BlvdTrattoria I Trulli
830 S Coast Hwy 101great italian food
Waterfront venue is an airy spot for sushi, mussels & other seafood options with a chill atmosphere
121 locals recommend
Pacific Coast Grill
2526 S Coast Hwy 101Waterfront venue is an airy spot for sushi, mussels & other seafood options with a chill atmosphere
A unique fusion of Mediterranean and Latin American cuisine along with nightly entertainment, all wrapped up in a quaint art gallery style, location
114 locals recommend
Le Papagayo
1002 N Coast Hwy 101A unique fusion of Mediterranean and Latin American cuisine along with nightly entertainment, all wrapped up in a quaint art gallery style, location
Fish 101 Leucadia
1468 N Coast Hwy 101The Bier Garden of Encinitas
641 S Coast Hwy 101best bloody marys!
Gourmet foods and produce. Food bars that include Poki, salads, hot and cold prepared dishes
69 locals recommend
Lazy Acres
150 Encinitas BlvdGourmet foods and produce. Food bars that include Poki, salads, hot and cold prepared dishes
Buona Forchetta - Encinitas
250 N Coast Hwy 101Great italian!
Cozy cafe highlighting health-conscious eats, including paleo, gluten-free & vegan dishes.
37 locals recommend
Nectarine Grove
948 N Coast Hwy 101Cozy cafe highlighting health-conscious eats, including paleo, gluten-free & vegan dishes.
Blending classic East Coast culinary traditions with a modern Californian sensibility.
27 locals recommend
Herb & Sea
131 W D StBlending classic East Coast culinary traditions with a modern Californian sensibility.
Chef Alex Carballo's well rounded menu, which draws inspiration from Mexico, France and Italy, is filled with shareables dishes
23 locals recommend
Valentina Restaurant
810 N Coast Hwy 101Chef Alex Carballo's well rounded menu, which draws inspiration from Mexico, France and Italy, is filled with shareables dishes
Cali Cream Homemade Ice Cream
90 N Coast Hwy 101Great ice cream with seasonal flavors and bakery
Parks & Nature
Moonlight Beach
400 B Stbest family beach in San Diego!
Cardiff State Beach
another great beach just a few miles south
Pick a rock and paint a rock to add to this charming garden located one block from our home. Dave has provided painting supplies so this is a free activity that kids will enjoy.
Dave's Rock Garden
200-298 B StPick a rock and paint a rock to add to this charming garden located one block from our home. Dave has provided painting supplies so this is a free activity that kids will enjoy.
To inspire people of all ages to connect
with plants and nature
196 locals recommend
San Diego Botanic Garden
300 Quail Gardens DrTo inspire people of all ages to connect
with plants and nature
Torrey Pines State Reserve
12600 North Torrey Pines Roadgreat place to hike with ocean views
Self-Realization Fellowship Encinitas Temple
939 2nd Stbeautiful gardens and loi ponds
San Elijo Lagoon Ecological Reserve is one of the largest remaining coastal wetlands in San Diego County, California, United States
33 locals recommend
San Elijo Lagoon Nature Center
2710 Manchester AveSan Elijo Lagoon Ecological Reserve is one of the largest remaining coastal wetlands in San Diego County, California, United States
Essentials
Lazy Acres
150 Encinitas Blvdgourmet health food-
Smart & Final Extra!
479 Encinitas BlvdCVS
455 Encinitas BlvdSprouts Farmers Market
3243 Camino De Los Cochesgreat produce, organics and local products
Stater Bros. Markets
1048 N El Camino RealEntertainment & Activities
San Diego Zoo Safari Park
15500 San Pasqual Valley RdPetco Park
100 Park BlvdGo Padres!
Swami's Beach
San Diego county fair in the summer, horse racing, KAABOO music festival in Sept.
198 locals recommend
Del Mar Fairgrounds
San Diego county fair in the summer, horse racing, KAABOO music festival in Sept.
LEGOLAND California
One Legoland DrMoonlight Beach
400 B StEncinitas Ranch Golf Course
1275 Quail Gardens DrEncinitas Surf Lessons
915 Neptune AvenueMany companies in town offering lessons
La Paloma Theatre
471 S Coast Hwy 101Old school movie theatre
Getting Around
Encinitas Station
25 E D StAmtrak- great option for going downtown