Been frequenting this area for a long while or a big chunk of/span of my lifetime. As a local…read morenative San Diegan I like to introduce spots to people who travel into the surrounding area. Point Loma is one of those places since it has a certain charm to it. Don'tcha think!? *It's very historical and strongly tied to those who serve or have served our country. Hence the anchor logo and other nautical features you'll spot in the area. Especially since the NAVY is right there in town. *The market hosts many different food and small business vendors all in one hall. Truly a hidden gem and so glad they opened up the space to share with those business owners. *You can visit larger restaurants establishments in the very near vicinity as well. It's touristy and locals favorite hot spot vibe is all rolled into one fused place here. *Very Family and fur baby friendly! *Very close to some nice hotels as well! Hope you enjoy as much as I do! Cheers!

I hadn't been back here since before COVID. I'm so glad we decided to pop by for lunch. Food halls…read moreare perfect for parties that don't all want to eat the same thing. My friend and I tried three places here, and most of them were great. The wonton noodles from Slurp actually had a heaping big portion that we were struggling to finish. The platter we ordered from Asado Gaucho, while tasty, were too overcooked for our taste. The empanadas from Panana were to. die. for. If I come back, I am 100% grabbing some to go. We had asked the employee for recommendations and they were all spot on. If you have to try anything in this hall - highly recommend their empanadas!! I regret not buying more to take back home LOL.

Wow! How amazing was this market! All the vendors how they warm and have also very proffesional…read moreset-ups! This market is definitely something you should visit!

Cool Sundays makers market in Little Italy! I was in the area on a Sunday and noticed that was…read moresuper packed and was wondering what was going on since the main farmers market is on Saturdays. I found out then that this is another recent regular market where you can find cool items like clothes or accessories for your dog, whimsical hats, handmade candles and jewelry and many more. Very pleasant to see people and pretty things on display. Even better to stop by for a coffee and a pastry and just people watch doing the shopping. Not super huge but enough number of vendors to make it interesting.

Open air market is a large store with many different vendors scattered throughout. There are…read moretables, shelves, racks, and booths all dedicated to various small businesses. It's very similar to the concept of SeaHive! It gives farmers market and street fair, almost. Walking through Ive noticed there are quite a few drop shippers, AI art, and temu products. I love the concept of this place but I wish they were more picky about who gets the booths. It's a shame because there are some amazing crafters and vintage shops in here.

Open Market is a new shop in Mission Valley mall just past the Target mall entrance. It has tons of…read morebooths for independent sellers. I'm drawn to places like this because I love the variety of different items and creative gift ideas. I was on my way to the post office when some of the items in the window display caught my eye. I was drawn to the fun sock display and bought a pair as a gift. I also came across a cute pink matcha mug that I had to pick up for my cousin. I walked around a bit and saw several clothing booths, though none that interested me too much. They had some locally made candy and a handmade lip balm booth. I would have preferred more handmade items, as this shop showcased a lot of booths that were clearly not homemade, as many were branded items. Also, there were several empty booths that day. Perhaps they will be filled soon. All in all, I enjoyed my trip to Open Market, but it's not my favorite market of these types.

I've visited the store for snacks and drinks a few times in the past, but I finally dined in to try…read moretheir delicious food. I tried the homemade style Colombian empanadas with potatoes and beef inside, the Cuban sandwich with salad, and my guest ordered the chicken Milanesa with rice, beans, plantains, and salad. The empanadas came out hot and fresh. The outside was crispy and the filling of potatoes and beef was delicious. I want more! My Cuban sandwich was good as well. Some parts of the meat were too chewy for my liking, but that might be a personal preference. I enjoyed the salad with it, added some freshness to the dish. Tried bites of the milanesa and the breading was flavorful. Same with the rice and beans. I really liked the plantains too. The service has always been nice, especially when I dined in. Our server was super friendly, warm, and always had a smile on her face. I haven't tried many things from the culture so I always have fun trying the snacks and drinks from the store. The dining area is cute with tropical decor around the whole room.

Ever since Tropical Star changed ownership, the prices have increased dramatically and frankly,…read moresome of them are ridiculous. Certain items have literally doubled in price. And for the prepared food? They cut the size of everything and they charge even more. What makes it even more frustrating is that many products no longer have prices displayed, so you don't even know what you're being charged until you're standing at the register. Why? Customers should be able to see what something costs before deciding to buy it. I used to shop here twice a week and Tropical Star was always my go-to place for Latin ingredients. Unfortunately, not anymore. With these prices and the lack of transparency, I simply can't justify shopping here again.

Small market in La Jolla with tasty snacks, good variety of alcohol and groceries…read more This place was located close to our air bnb so stopped by for some snacks, drinks and ordered poke bowls one time. You can order online and pick it up, which can save you time. Generous portion for the poke bowls! It is more of a pricier market, so think Whole Foods prices. They also have fresh meat and seafood for sale. Staff are friendly! Parking lot is very small, so be aware!

5 stars for Tammy!.... Friendly, quick, and efficient at the cash register, and always please t…read more.. exactly what I want from local store.... Regular customer Jim....

While exploring around Barrio Logan, we stumbled upon this cute shop inside the Art Hub! They had a…read morebunch of cool things to check out, but these fun magnets caught my eye and I thought it would make a nice souvenir. The artist was super nice and on site making some at the time too. There were a lot of options in this spot but they also had a few more available in the store across the street at Nativo. The price is a little high for one magnet but the uniqueness makes up for it. Def a great shop to visit if you're in the area!

Great shops to visit! Lots of artists and small businesses! Be sure to stop by when you're in the…read morearea.

I like this place a lot, because Mongiello's pizza always hits the spot, and the Gully smashburgers…read moreare delicious. I came here to hang out for my birthday, and it was a great place for my friends to show up at the spur of a moment because there was plenty of food, plenty of seating, and drinks that anyone can get at either Mission Control or the Twisted Tiki. As a caveat, you have to be careful not to park in the same lot as the building -- otherwise you might get towed! (Instead, park at one of the nearby parking structures.) I usually park in the lot at 300 5th St because it's just a five minute walk away, which is close enough

This was really just the entrance to the tiki bar for us in the beginning, but we also ended up at…read morethe arcade up stairs. If I lived in the new apartments surrounding this space I would be here all the time. A few food spots and a couple bars, plus open seating and parking.

Love the Italian pasta made fresh daily with ingredients straight from Italy!…read more Staff is friendly and welcoming. Restaurant has a great vibe. It's alive! Great to dine in the restaurant and also at the bar with wonderful live entertainment on weekends! Also unique and delicious foods to purchase at the Mercato!

I love this cute Italian market inside Bottega Angelina in Laguna Niguel.They have authentic…read moreItalian pasta sauces and homemade pasta and cute gift items. Aaron was at my service and he is wonderful and loves his job. He gave me a few sorbet samples and a gluten free cookie. I highly recommend coming in here to check out the great merchandise!