Posts Categorized: Old Town

Sightsee San Diego

Posted October 31st, 2018 by Barry Berndes & filed under Amusement Park, Antiques, Apartment Rentals, Aquarium, Art Events, Attractions, Attractions in Balboa Park, Attractions in Carlsbad, Attractions in Coronado, Automotive Museums, Aviation Museums, Balboa Park, Balboa Park Museums, Bay Park, Bay Park Shopping, Bay View, Beach Front Hotels, Beach Rentals, Beer, Beer & Wine, Beer Gardens, Bike Rentals, Boat and Yacht Shows, Boat Docking, Boat Rentals, Borrego Springs, Botanical Gardens, Breweries, Cakes & Desserts, Cardiff-by-the-Sea, Carlsbad, Carlsbad Museums, Carlsbad Shopping, Carmel Valley, Casinos, Casinos with a Golf Course, Casinos With a Hotel, Casinos With a Resort, Casinos With Live Entertainment, Clairemont, Conventions, Coronado, Coronado Breakfast, Coronado Events, Coronado Restaurants, Coronado Shopping, Coupons, Cruises, Cuban, cuisine, Dancing, Del Mar, Diamonds, Dining With Views, Downtown, East County, East County Casinos, East Lake, East Village, El Cajon, El Cajon Museums, Embarcadero, Embarcadero Museums, Encinitas, Family Events, Featured on Main Page, Food and Restaurant Events, Galleries, Gaslamp Quarter, German, Getaways, Golden Triangle, Golf, Golf, Guadalupe Wineries, Hamburgers, Happy Hour, Harbor Cruises, Harbor Island, Harbor Island Restaurants, Hillcrest, Historic Museums, Historic Sites, Home Page Content, Horseback Riding, Hotels & Resorts, International Museums, Kearny Mesa, La Jolla, La Jolla Breakfast, La Jolla Restaurants, La Jolla Shopping, La Jolla Sports & Recreation, La Mesa, Lake View, Large Casinos, Liberty Station, Little Italy, Live Music, MCRD Graduation Party Venues, Mexican Hotels, Mexico Shopping, Microbreweries, Microbrewery, Middletown, Military, Military Museums, Miramar Road Museums, Mission Bay Sports & Recreation, Mission Beach, Mission Hills, Mission Valley, New Homes, Nightclub, Nightlife, North County Coastal, North County Coastal Weddings, North County Inland Weddings, North County Museums, North Park, Ocean Beach, Ocean Beach Breakfast, Ocean View, Oceanside, Oceanside Harbor & Marina, Oceanside Museums, Oceanside Weddings, Old Town, Old Town Breakfast, Old Town Museums, Old Town Shops, Old Town Weddings, Pacific Beach, Point Loma Breakfast, Point Loma Events, Point Loma Museums, Point Loma Restaurants, Point Loma Shopping, Poway, Railroad Museums, Rancho Santa Fe, Rancho Santa Fe, Real Estate, Relocation, Restaurant Blog, Restaurants, Restaurants, Rosarito Beach, Row4, San Diego, San Diego Bay Events, San Diego Family Weekend Getaways, San Diego Romantic Weekend Getaways, San Diego Wineries, Seafood, Seafood Fine Dining, Seaport Village, Shelter Island, South Bay, Sports Events, Staying in Carlsbad, Staying in Coronado, Staying in Del Mar, Staying in Downtown, Staying in Encinitas, Staying in La Jolla, Staying in Mission Valley, Street Fairs & Festivals, Suburbs, Temecula Wineries, Things to Do, Unique Hotels, View, Vista, Weddings, Wine Bars, Winery Tours.

Sightsee San Diego by Air, Land, & Sea is the Ultimate Tour Sightsee San Diego by Air, land, & Sea, is the untimate San Diego city tour especially because San Diego is a coastal city, wrapped around a beautiful natural harbor. Then up and down the coastline for 20 miles in both north and south… Read more »

Fiesta de Reyes in Old Town San Diego is Where History Lives and the Fiesta Lasts Forever

Posted May 6th, 2014 by Barry Berndes & filed under Attractions, Attractions in Old Town, Kids Attractions, Major Attractions, Mexican, Mexican Restaurants, Old Town, Old Town Breakfast, Old Town Events, Old Town Museums, Old Town Shops, Restaurants, Shopping, Specialty Malls.

Festive Old Town comes alive at this new shopping and dining attraction in historic Old Town. Shop at the Beacon Artworks Gallery (619-823-6130) for colorful San Diego paintings. Sample San Diego’s best tasting wines at the Hacienda De Las Rosas’ tasting room (619-840-5579). Dine on the spacious patio at the Casa de Reyes Mexican Restaurant,… Read more »

Old Town Mexican Cafe Has the Best Carnitas

Posted April 30th, 2013 by Barry Berndes & filed under Banquets & Catering, Breakfast & Brunch, Catering, Corporate Meeting Venue, Happy Hour, happy hour, Kid-Friendly Restaurants, Kids Party Venues, MCRD Graduation Party Venues, Mexican, Military Wedding Venues, Old Town, Old Town Breakfast, Old Town Restaurants, Old Town Weddings, Party Venues, Rehearsal Dinners, Restaurants, Wakes & Funeral, Wedding Venues.

Old Town Mexican Cafe and Cantina, 2489 San Diego Ave., Old Town (619-297-4330) [oldtownmexcafe.com]. Open Sun.–Thurs., 7 a.m.–11 p.m.; Fri.–Sat., 7 a.m.–midnight ($8–$15). Happy hour Mon.–Fri., 3 p.m.–7 p.m. and 10 p.m. till closing. Bar is open daily till 1 a.m. And their popular Taco Tuesdays run all day long. This year is their 36th… Read more »

Free Admission to Historic Mormon Battalion

Posted October 8th, 2009 by Barry Berndes & filed under Attractions in Old Town, Historic Museums, Historic Sites, Kids, Kids Attractions, Kids Party Venues, Live Theatre, Major Attractions, Military Museums, Museums, Old Town.

The Mormon Battalion Historic Site is located in Old Town, at the corner of Harney and Juan Streets. Walk in the steps of The 500 men Mormon Battalion, Army of the West, as they left Winter Quarters, Iowa, and began their infantry march from Fort Leavenworth to the California Pueblo of San Diego. They are open daily from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., there are also guided tours and admission is free.

San Diego’s Cosmopolitan Hotel & Restaurant in Old Town Offers Superb Dining in a Historic Setting

Posted August 13th, 2009 by Barry Berndes & filed under American, American, Banquets & Catering, Banquets and Catering, Breakfast & Brunch, Corporate Meeting Venue, Happy Hour, happy hour, Hotels & Resorts, MCRD Graduation Party Venues, Mexican, Military Wedding Venues, Old Town, Old Town Restaurants, Old Town Weddings, Party Venues, Rehearsal Dinners, Restaurants, Restaurants, San Diego Romantic Weekend Getaways, Seafood, Wedding Venues.

Soon after Juan Bandini built his thatch-roofed adobe family home, 1827–29, it became the social center of San Diego. Bandini himself was often seen waltzing gracefully and elegantly across the parlor floor. In 1869, after Bandini’s death, stage master Albert Seeley purchased Bandini’s home and converted it into his family home and a hotel. When… Read more »

Enjoy Great Margaritas at Barra Barra Saloon and Restaurant in the Heart of Historic Old Town

Posted July 17th, 2009 by Barry Berndes & filed under Banquets & Catering, Banquets and Catering, Happy Hour, MCRD Graduation Party Venues, Mexican, Old Town, Old Town Restaurants, Restaurants.

  This Festive Mexican Cantina and Restaurant, which is in the heart of historic Old Town State Park is a real find. Not only is the Mexican food delicious, but the restaurant and its name are of historical significance. The site and the restaurant’s name date back to the 1800’s when there was a restaurant… Read more »

Fred’s Mexican Cafe is a Popular San Diego Mexican Cuisine With 3 Locations

Posted June 29th, 2009 by Barry Berndes & filed under Downtown, Downtown Restaurants, Gaslamp Quarter, Gaslamp Quarter Restaurants, Happy Hour, Mexican, Mission Bay & Pacific Beach, Mission Bay Restaurants, Old Town, Old Town Restaurants, Pacific Beach, Restaurants, Restaurants.

At Fred’s, you’ll not only get the best tasting Mexican cuisine, but it’s also a great place to have fun, fun, fun. Their dining room incorporates funny themes like the Boom Boom Room and Fred’s Chop Shop. The most popular drinks are the frosty margaritas with salt on the rim. Great tasting entrées are the… Read more »

Cygnet Theatre in Old Town Is Award-Winning

Posted June 2nd, 2009 by Barry Berndes & filed under Attractions, Attractions in Old Town, Live Theatre, Old Town.

As the new proprietor of the Old Town Theatre in the Old Town San Diego State Historic Park, The Cygnet Theatre Company has lofty ambitions to ensure that you will have an exciting theatre-going experience. Their renovation of this beautiful theatre includes larger ADA-compliant restrooms, new carpeting and seats, state-of-the-art lighting and sound systems and a provision for general operating reserves for our transition to a larger, two-venue company.

Hacienda de las Rosas Winery Offers Wine Tasting and Cultural Art in Historic Old Town

Posted May 20th, 2009 by Barry Berndes & filed under Attractions, Attractions in Old Town, Old Town, Restaurants, San Diego Wineries.

They offer five tastes for ($9.50) and you can keep the wine glass. Located at the Juan St. entrance in Fiesta de Reyes in historic Old Town. This family-owned winery features locally made San Diego wines with a lovely garden room to relax and enjoy a wine tasting experience with friends. With a golden Peruvian… Read more »

The San Diego County Sheriff’s Museum Features Fun and Fascinating Interactive Exhibits

Posted May 19th, 2009 by Barry Berndes & filed under Attractions, Attractions in Old Town, Law Enforcement Museums, Museums, Old Town, Old Town Museums, Shopping.

Admission is free, plus if you mention their ad in the SAN DIEGAN and print this review, you’ll receive a free gift. Here you’ll find the The William B. Kolender San Diego County Sheriff’s Museum and Educational Center. The best part about this museum are the interactive exhibits. You can listen to live police calls, hop on a sheriff ’s motorcycle and turn on the sirens and lights.

Jack & Giulio’s Serves Italian Favorites with a 48 Year Reputation for Excellence

Posted May 19th, 2009 by Barry Berndes & filed under Italian, Italian Gourmet, Old Town, Old Town Restaurants, Restaurants.

This is a restaurant with a 45-year reputation for excellence and a loyal following. It has a tradition of wonderful Italian cuisine. Homemade pastas, sauces and soups are only the beginning. For a meal to remember try their fabulous filet mignon in cognac and scampi alla Giulio. They serve the best scampi in town, and… Read more »

MCRD Command Museum is More Than Just a Museum, It is the History of the U.S. Marine Corps

Posted May 13th, 2009 by Barry Berndes & filed under Attractions, Attractions in Old Town, Attractions in Point Loma, Military Museums, Museums, Old Town, Point Loma, Point Loma Museums.

This awesome, historically significant museum is dedicated to preserving the glorious history and rich tradition of the United States Marine Corps. This historical museum is visited by more than 100,000 people annually. “A Walking Tour of the MCRD Command Museum” features fourteen galleries, which encompass dozens of exhibits featuring everything from weapons, uniforms, equipment, paintings… Read more »

Bazaar Del Mundo’s Shops Offer a Unique Shopping Experience in Historic Old Town

Posted April 23rd, 2009 by Barry Berndes & filed under Old Town, Old Town Shops, Shopping, Specialty Malls.

Celebrating their 40th anniversary, Bazaar Del Mundo offers a unique and beautiful shopping experience. Here in this open patio-style hacienda, complete with a fountain, festive flags and colorful flowers, is an incredible array of Latin American folk arts and crafts to beautify your home as well as very select gift items such as jewelry, fashion… Read more »

Four Winds Trading Company in Old Town Features One-of-a-Kind Native American Art with Spirit

Posted April 18th, 2009 by Barry Berndes & filed under Old Town, Old Town Shops, Shopping.

A visit to Old Town would not be complete without visiting the Four Winds Trading Company. Expect to be dazzled with their museum quality Native American arts, crafts and jewelry showcased at this wonderful store. Owner Carol Di Bene carefully hand selects the finest collection of museum quality art found anywhere. Finding meaningful, lasting items… Read more »

Casa Guadalajara Mexican Restaurant in Old Town San Diego Has Won Many Awards

Posted April 11th, 2009 by Barry Berndes & filed under Banquets & Catering, Breakfast & Brunch, Corporate Meeting Venue, Happy Hour, Mexican, Military Wedding Venues, Old Town, Old Town Breakfast, Old Town Restaurants, Old Town Weddings, Rehearsal Dinners, Restaurants, Restaurants, Wedding Venues.

Casa Guadalajara Mexican Restaurant (31) won the Gold Medallion Award in 2010 for the Best Mexican Dinner House, and for good reason. For great San Diego Restaurants, it’s at the top of the list. It’s an excellent Mexican restaurant, which is popular with locals and out-of-towners alike. Ask for a seat on one of their… Read more »

Casa de Reyes Mexican Restaurant is Famous For Their Big Refreshing Frosty Cadillac Margaritas

Posted April 11th, 2009 by Barry Berndes & filed under Banquets & Catering, Mexican, Old Town, Old Town Restaurants, Old Town Weddings, Restaurants, Restaurants, Wedding Venues.

This restaurant is a hidden gem in Old Town San San Diego State Historic Park. Located in a lush garden setting, the atmosphere is warm and festive and the food is delicious. At night you can even dine under the stars. An added plus is that it also features live Mexican music while you dine…. Read more »

Cafe Coyote Serves Award Winning Mexican Food

Posted April 10th, 2009 by Barry Berndes & filed under 44th Edition OR, Banquets & Catering, Breakfast & Brunch, Corporate Meeting Venue, Happy Hour, Mexican, Old Town, Old Town Breakfast, Old Town Restaurants, Party Venues, Rehearsal Dinners, Restaurants, Restaurants.

For San Diego Restaurants, this one’s a winner. In fact, it’s been selected as the top Mexican Restaurant in San Diego by the San Diego Restaurant Association for 2005, 2006, 2008, 2009 and 2010. They received the Gold Medallion Award for Best Mexican Restaurant. This year this Mexican Restaurant in Historic Old Town is celebrating… Read more »

Harney Sushi in Old Town is a Trendy Restaurant with Live DJ, Happy Hour, Sake Bar & Catering

Posted April 9th, 2009 by Barry Berndes & filed under Banquets & Catering, Corporate Meeting Venue, Happy Hour, Japanese & Sushi, Ocean View, Old Town, Old Town Restaurants, Party Venues, Rehearsal Dinners, Restaurants, Restaurants, Sushi.

From the moment you walk into this trendy Japanese restaurant, you’ll see what makes Harney Sushi so unique. The stylish decor and DJ playing hip music make this the perfect place for a night out. They feature more than 40 sakes, 25 award-winning wines, microbrews from local breweries, a private VIP booth and more than… Read more »

El Indio Mexican Restaurant, Catering & Tortilla Factory Has Been Serving Great Tasting Mexican Favorites For Over 70 Years

Posted April 9th, 2009 by Barry Berndes & filed under Banquets & Catering, Breakfast & Brunch, Featured, Featured on Main Page, Featured San Diego Restaurants, Mexican, Middletown, Mission Hills, Mission Hills Restaurants, Old Town, Old Town Breakfast, Old Town Restaurants, Restaurants, Restaurants, Tailgate Party Food, Vegetarian, Wakes & Funeral.

El Indio Mexican Restaurant is the winner of the California Restaurant Association’s Gold Medallion Award for Best Casual Mexican Restaurant and was recently featured on the Travel Channel’s Mexican Food Paradise and also on the Food Network’s Diners, Drive-ins and Dives. This San Diego legend, which is celebrating over 70 years in business, is so… Read more »

Rubicon Deli’s Claim to Fame is Their Daily Baked Bread and Top Rated Sandwiches

Posted July 23rd, 2008 by Barry Berndes & filed under American, Banquets & Catering, Banquets and Catering, Breakfast & Brunch, Breakfast & Lunch, Catering, Deli, Italian, Mission Bay, Mission Bay & Pacific Beach, Mission Bay Breakfast, Mission Bay Restaurants, Mission Beach, Mission Hills, Mission Hills Breakfast, Mission Hills Restaurants, Old Town, Old Town Restaurants, Pacific Beach, Party Venues, Restaurants, Restaurants, Tailgate Party Food, Wakes & Funeral.

Rubicon Deli (33) is well-known for their loaves of bread baked fresh daily making a HUGE difference in how delicious a sandwich can really taste! The end result is their sandwiches taste better than either Subway or Jersey Mikes. Daily baked bread makes a HUGE difference in the taste! Of course, everybody has their favorites… Read more »

Serra Museum is an Old Town Landmark Museum

Posted December 7th, 2002 by Barry Berndes & filed under Attractions in Old Town, Banquet Venues, Banquets & Catering, Banquets and Catering, Museums, Old Town, Old Town Museums, Old Town Weddings, Party Venues, Wedding Venues.

Serra Museum, in Presidio Park, is one of the most familiar landmarks in San Diego. As a major symbol of the city, it stands atop the hill recognized as the site where California began. It was here in 1769 that a Spanish Franciscan missionary, Father Junípero Serra, with a group of soldiers led by Gaspar… Read more »