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    Don't be cheap haha
    Jennifer A.

    THE ART OF BANKSY WITHOUT LIMITS EXHIBITION IN SAN DIEGO FOR THE FIRST TIME When the topic is street art, there is no way around him: Banksy is probably the most famous and also the most mysterious graffiti artist in the world. The Art of Banksy Without Limits is in San Diego for the first time after its incredible worldwide success with over 3,000,000 visitors! Explore 200 of the artist's works, such as his original art, prints, photos, sculptures, and much more. THE ART OF BANKSY LOCATION IN SAN DIEGO Del Mar Fairgrounds 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd, Del Mar, CA 92014, United States https://artofbanksyus.com/san-diego/

    Main entrance
    Blain C.

    Went here today for The Art of Banksy. Breathtaking. Nice venue with lots of parking. Pay $20 upfront or pay $16 online 24 hours before your event. I believe there were sumo + sushi and the great junk hunt events taking place at the same time. Thank goodness there were signs pointing us in the right direction. Come here ASAP! Thank ya & enjoy!

    Maria H.

    We went to see the "Art of Banksy: Without Limits" exhibit here and it was nicely curated with many replicas of his work throughout the years. It has over 200 pieces, including original art, prints, and sculptures, along with replicas of murals. It's definitely a good show to check out as it's self-paced and organized well since you choose a time to enter when you purchase tickets. My only complaint is the parking, given that you are in the exhibit for 2 to maybe 3 hours max, paying $20 for parking is kinda hefty.

    Jenny V.

    The San Diego County Fair at the Del Mar Fairgrounds is pure summer fun! The moment you walk in you're greeted with colorful displays, upbeat music, and the mouthwatering aroma of classic fair food. From giant funnel cakes topped with fresh strawberries and soft-serve swirls to unique themed photo spots like the playful "Kitty Glitter" lounge, every corner invites you to snap a picture and make memories. The layout is easy to navigate, the staff are friendly, and there's truly something for everyone--rides, live music, games, and endless food choices. We loved relaxing in shaded seating areas between exploring exhibits and enjoying the lively atmosphere. Whether you're coming for the food, the photo ops, or just a great day out with friends and family, this fair delivers a perfect blend of excitement and charm. Highly recommended for locals and visitors alike! They also have a hidden Speakeasy bar :)

    Jambalaya
    Jennifer C.

    My review is specifically off one of their special events that was New Orleans themed. It was our first time ever being at the fairgrounds. What we didn't realize is that the event is all on the ground floor to the left of the stands. What that it meant is that we were out in the sun more and we couldn't see all of the races that well since we only could see when they passed directly in front of us. On top of that for more than $40 a ticket we only got 5 drink tickets and no included food. All the food was New Orleans themed which is kind of cool except each dish was $20 minimum, for pretty small portions. We got jambalaya that was $24 for the smallest bowl with barely any protein. The drinks were also only limited beer options or very sugary mixed drinks and they were these small 4(?) oz. Portions. If you wanted to buy your own drinks they were very expensive. If I were to go back I'd just get seats in the stands and have more options for food and drinks.

    Soo H.

    Our day started with free parking at Canyon Crest Academy and the school bus ride to the fair. The theme this year is pets and it was cool seeing cats, dogs, guinea pigs, birds, and fish. I've had fish since I was a kid. It's fun watching them swim around doing fish stuff. I've not had any for awhile as it makes me sad when they die. I still like watching other people's fish swim around. For lunch I went to Chicken Charlie's and tried the small Canadian fried lobster tails with fries. Lobster tail had a crispy battered outer layer and tender, juicy lobster beneath. Lightly seasoned, I could really taste the lobster. I am a huge fan of fried lobster as the frying process brings out the delicious lobster flavor. Fries were crispy and full of potato flavor. I also had some fried zucchini from Chicken Charlie's. The battered zucchini strips were crispy on the outside and tender and juicy beneath. Loved the fried zucchini flavor. One of Maggie's favorite things to see is the flower show. I love to stop and smell the roses. Each one has a unique scent. As the day was coming to an end I got some Indian Fry Bread with powdered sugar. There was a thin crispy outer layer while the rest was fluffy. Loved the fried dough flavor with the sweetness from the powdered sugar. I have loved Indian Fry Bread since I had some on my Monument Valley trip. This version was delicious. One of the things I love seeing at the fair is the photography exhibit. Lots of great looking photos. No photography allowed in the photo exhibit so I don't have any photos of the photos. Our 2nd to last stop was the plant vendor which we have been visiting for years. Maggie always finds a lovely plant she didn't know she needed. On my way out I stopped by the Carlsbad Strawberry stand and picked up a 3 pack. These strawberries were at peak ripeness and the heavenly scent filled the air on the way home. Strawberries were juicy and bursting with sweet strawberry flavor. I was amazed by how good these strawberries were. When I finish these I'll have to visit the farmer's market and get more. I've loved visiting the fair since I was a kid. Lots of stuff to see and eat and you get lots of exercise walking around. I love how each year there are new fabulous sights to see and unique foods to eat.

    San Diego Fair in Delmar 2025
    Wynesha K.

    Every year, I'm always excited to go to the fair. It has definitely gotten pricier since inflation. You're definitely going to spend $Parking $20, entry $20-25 depending on what day you go, and about $20-$25 on a meal and that does not include a drink. Drinks were going for about $4.50 for water and lemonade anywhere from $6-$11 and Fresca anywhere from $13-$23 and that is no exaggeration. A standard turkey leg is about $21 the food is just expensive crazy expensive so come prepared. The rides are about 5-10 tickets and a you can get $20 tickets for $20. Ok tip: Get your Fair tickets from Costco for 100.00 which included, parking ticket, 4 admissions any day, 40 tickets, and a coupon for a Fair small book filled with coupons to save $$. Do not bring cash as they do not accept cash at any of the food establishments, market for goods, nor exchange cash at the ticket booths. I think it's a good and chill experience overall, but I definitely think that is overrated for the prices and if you can afford it, I think you should try it at least once and if not it's ok your pockets are saved

    Entry of the photography exhibit
    K B.

    PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBIT REVIEW AT THE FAIR I'm at the fair with my teen. I'm not that drop off mom. So of course I had to have my own itinerary, and the fair did fine. Garden Center. Check. Exhibit Halls. Check. Cinnamon rolls. Check. Photography Exhibit. Triple check. I'll be real. I've been coming to the fair 20 years and have never stepped a toe in the photography exhibit. Now I will honor such a joyful experience. I arrived @3pm, no crowds. Full of people quietly enjoying the images with a slow walk pace. It's sort of like in the movies. Benches in the middle facing artistry and being eclectic. While knowing in a couple of months it'll be those same benched where I'm watching the Del Mar races. *Share a brief overview of the photography exhibit* If you need a break from the crowds, rides, and fried food, the Photography Exhibit at the Del Mar Fairgrounds is the perfect escape. Tucked inside Grandstand East. You can easily spend 1 - 3 hours depending on your art interest range. And if you go at the right time, you can sit in on a couple of workshops. I attended the Hikes and Photography. *What are the amenities?* -Art -Tri level -Workshops -Air-conditioned -Ample seating -No hustle or bustle - More than 1000 submissions *What's the vibe?* It's a space that draws you in with powerful images and thoughtful compositions of local artists. This year's exhibit showcases a wide range of styles--from vivid landscapes to emotional portraits, sculptures oils, and creative digital edits. Whether you're into black-and-white storytelling or colorful action shots, there's something that will catch your eye. I saw many standouts but I didn't want to get caught taking pictures. What typically moves me is nature landscapes. I'm going to be real if I was the judges all of the ones they just for second and third would never have fallen on my judge roster. But that is the beauty of art. Art is in the eye of the beholder. *What category needs to be improved?* Another popular section featured youth submissions, offering a fresh perspective that reminded viewers that great photography isn't about expensive gear--it's about seeing the world differently. However, I noticed that there was the same artist that had several submissions and ribbons. Therefore we need to get the word out that we need youth to compete. Like, let's really make it a competition. The exhibit is well-organized, and each photo includes a short caption or title that adds to the impact. It's a nice balance of technical skill and personal story, and many images spark conversation. *What's need to know?* -Free, part of the fair -You'll thank me later -Mobility and wheelchair accessible TIP: It's easy to miss this building if you're focused on the main attractions, but it's worth the stop--especially if you appreciate visual storytelling. "Make the most beautiful thing you can. Try to do that every day. That's it." ~Laurie Anderson

    Kristin M.

    I love the events at Del Mar! This one was Coastal Christmas. It's a Christmas event that was great for the whole family or even just for a last minute adult night out! There was a trail of lights, "ice skating," a wine walk trail, two themed specialty bars, food vendors, merch vendors, and games and activities for the kids.

    Corn on the Cob
    Amanda J.

    I try to go to the fair at least once each year for my funnel cake fix. This year I went for the Zedd concert. The concert ticket included entry to the fair. There is always heavy traffic getting into the parking lot so we decided to Uber this time. There is a separate entrance for ride shares which was really nice because we got in quickly. We got there a couple hours early so we could explore the fair and eat some fair food before the concert started. I enjoyed a delicious frozen rose, corn on the cob, bacon wrapped fried pickles, and funnel cake. We wanted the ground floor tickets for the concert but they were sold out so we ended up in seats really high up in the stadium. It's difficult to dance in the stadium seating and the music is not as loud there but I still had a good time!

    Lifelike chick.
    Jowel G.

    Spent the day in Del Mar and part of the trip was to come to the great junk hunt. I had gone to the one in Pomona a few years back. Impressed by the lineup of vendors then so decided to visit this venue. Parking was easy ($16 pre purchased online $20 at the gate). General admission tickets is $10. I recognized some of the sellers and noticed others missing. The ones that were there were great. I did purchase from several sellers from jewelry to beauty and home/garden. Very organized set up of the show but I just thought there could have been more sellers. You can be in and out in less than 2 hours. I'll probably catch the Pomona show next year since I'm very close to that location.

    An amazing dinner compliments of Noir sushi
    Anthony F.

    We decided to watch at the fairgrounds (sumo+sushi) and it was AMAZING. The staff from parking all the to security was great. Definitely recommend.

    Hot dog
    Kathleen C.

    It's our favorite Southern California fair. Weather is never to hot because it near the ocean. This is as old time fun you can get! Lapidary, glass blowing and woodwork and several stages with different genres of music. Fun fair foods, animals and rides! We comeback every year!

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    Came here for the foodieland event and the Parking sucks no cash people was everywhere no type of control and way overpriced....

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    Ask the Community - Del Mar Fairgrounds

    What time does it open and close, the times for opening and closing?

    It's been 11am to 11pm, they are closed on Monday and Tuesday's

    Are the rides and games back on?

    The rides were not operating yet, except for the ponies. There were two animal shows the pig race and extreme dogs a magic show and a couple of music groups. Stay tuned, I'm hearing it's returning soon.

    Do they have wifi?

    Yes.

    Im sure im not the only business that is seriously affected by the ridiculously bad traffic. You can't even get on the freeway at DM heights North. Can this venue be…

    The fairgrounds was established in 1880 and shortly became the county fairgrounds; it is not like it just started a few years ago. Yes, it has evolved into one of the largest and best county fairs in the US . Everyone who bought a house there, every… Read more

    Is it accommodating to wheelchairs or disabled in general?

    There were no stairs in the auditorium I was in...closest to the south east of the place. I forgot the name unfortunately. I would say yes it is wheelchair friendly

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    2) To us, as health-conscious mostly vegetarians, by far the best food at the Fair is Roxy's Falafel Burger.

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    Hotel Indigo San Diego Del Mar - Beautiful Del Mar hotel with restaurant, bar and pools.

    Hotel Indigo San Diego Del Mar

    (281 reviews)

    $$

    Hubby and I had a great stay here! We were in town for a…read morenight & looking to relax, reset & connect. We had a beautiful ocean view room thanks Benicio for your service at front desk! We had great service at the bar/restaurant from Matt. The rooms are spacious and the balcony patio was perfect for sunset and morning coffee. We'd definitely recommend and stay again when in town!!

    Great hotel from check in to check out. At check in we were offered a complimentary drink with as…read morepart of our rewards benefit. There are two pools and one jacuzzi at this hotel. One of the pools is outside the lobby door. It is nicer that the other one, although there's no jaccuzi there. The second pool with jacuzzi is a three minute walk away and was closer to our room. Although when we were there, the pool was broken in that it wasn't heating. Not a big deal since the weather was hot. The beds were firm and clean. Great pillows, there was a firm option and a soft option offered on both beds. There was always plenty of parking at Hotel Indigo, and the price was $20 per day. The added benefit were four EV charging spots provided by InvisibleUrban. You'll have to download their app, sign up for an account, and pay to charge your car though there. The duration of our stay at Hotel Indigo was always peaceful and quiet. I was surprised since it is a great spot for families and there were many kids. You were not able to hear a peep. This location is perfect for those looking to visit the flower fields, legoland, torrey pines, san elijo preserve, del mar fairgrounds, and la jolla. Everyone in our group enjoyed staying at Hotel Indigo, and we're already planning a return trip!

    Jake's

    Jake's

    (3k reviews)

    $$$

    Pretty damn nice view of the Pacific Beach here and decided to take myself out after a pretty…read moregrueling couple of weeks of work, which included weekends. I like my work immensely, but also need to recharge too. My motto in life is, "work hard, play harder, you only got this one life, make it count." I asked chatGPT to find me a place in Del Mar that has sick ocean views and no matter how I asked chatGPT this question, Jake's kept popping up as number one. I needed some lunch so came in here after 3pm, and it was closer to happy hour. As soon as you walk in, you just see the ocean and it just calms you. I sat down at the bar and it wasnt too busy but with a few people. This place is for grown ups, so act like one. It had a laid back, ocean vibe so very relaxed for sure. Bartender very professional, and very courteous. Poured me a blonde to get started and gave me time to chose my food. There is happy hour here but not too many selections. Today, it was choices of some of flatbreads and a salad and I wasnt interested. Happy hour only Mon - Wed anyways. I wasnt terribly hungry so ordered the ceviche. I love fish, doesn't matter how you make it, as long as its good, I will like it. Ceviche was spot on fresh and yummy and appreciate a bit of avocado added. It was the perfect snack, while watching the ocean view and washing it all down with an ice cold blonde. A perfect gown up way to spend the afternoon celebrating life and how gorgeous Mother Nature is. There is valet parking here which is $8 and peak times $10. I was able to find free 2 hour parking on the street though. Bathroom was clean and everything about this place would bring me back in again. I cant wait to show off this place to friends and family when they come visit me!

    I chose this place for lunch because of its location. It's so hard to find restaurants that are…read moretruly right on the sand, so that's definitely a huge bonus here. And if you can get a table in the dining room along the beach, even better. Definitely worth the wait. We started lunch with two mai tais, and they were absolutely fabulous -- classic all the way. The food, however, is where the restaurant didn't really shine. They seemed to play it safe. If you prefer lighter, more understated flavors, this may be the perfect place for you. We started with the ceviche. The guacamole had turned color and didn't seem very fresh, but overall it was still a light and decent starter. For my entrée, I ordered what was essentially a cioppino, even though they call it something else on the menu. The mussels tasted slightly off, though the two pieces of fish were tender and nicely cooked. Unfortunately, the dish really lacked flavor, and I ended up having to salt it heavily. Our waitress was wonderful -- very sweet, attentive, and diligent throughout the meal. Overall, this is a great spot for the atmosphere, drinks, and staff. While the food didn't particularly impress me flavor-wise, the beachfront setting alone makes it worth visiting.

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    Morning Lavender Cafe-Solana Beach

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    Cute coffee shop with a clothing store attached. I loved the floral decor. It gave the space a…read morereally charming vibe. The staff were friendly, and the order was ready fairly quickly. The coffee was pretty good. It's a bummer that this location is closing, as it's a unique and enjoyable spot.

    This place is so aesthetic, and we had such a fun time at afternoon tea! It was $42 per person, and…read morewell worth it for the experience. We each got to order a pot of tea, so we decided to order 5 different ones to try out more flavors together. The ones we picked were: -Jasmine orange oolong - Coconut milk green tea - Earl grey lavender - Vanilla cream -Strawberry rose champagne oolong tea My top two favorites were the jasmine orange oolong and the coconut milk green tea. The only flavor that none of us enjoyed was the strawberry rose champagne oolong tea, so when it came time for refills, we switched it to the rouge provence. For the food, there were four finger sandwiches: chicken breast, smoked salmon, cucumbers, and chopped spinach. We all liked the chicken breast one the most, and felt like the cucumbers and chopped spinach could have been combined into one sandwich for a more balanced flavor. For sweets, there was the seasonal scone, fruit tart, macaron, and donut. I loved the scone with the butter and fruit preserves, as well as the fruit tart. The service was polite, but a bit slow and we waited a while before our food arrived. There was only one person who was serving the entire afternoon tea area, so it's understandable that there's a longer wait. All in all, I would definitely come back for another afternoon tea experience!

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    Stratford Court Cafe

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    If you're looking for a relaxed, charming brunch spot in Del Mar that feels like a little hidden…read moregarden, Stratford Court Café is the spot! The courtyard patio is the star here! It's the kind of place where you linger over coffee without feeling rushed. You order at a counter and they bring you your food at your table. The food is fairly standard café breakfast and lunch fare, but it is all done very well. I come here pretty often for weekend brunch and you can't go wrong with their breakfast sandwiches and scrambles! They give pretty generous portions without being heavy. The coffee drinks are all solid and service was friendly in that laid-back way. It can get pretty busy during weekend so be prepared for a long line to order. Because seating is all outside, be prepared in the winter since the shade can make it pretty cold!

    First time checking out Stratford Court Cafe was on a Friday morning with my dog. I grabbed an acai…read morebowl. It definitely hit the mark, though it was not the most memorable one I have had. That said, the service was great, the ambiance is really cool, and there is plenty of seating which made it a nice spot to hang out for a bit which is why I wanted to return. It's on a quiet side street and was really inviting. I came back again on a Saturday around 1pm, for lunch and it was a beautiful, busy afternoon. We managed to snag the last shaded table, which felt like a win. I ordered the Avocado BLT. It was really good overall. Simple, fresh ingredients, though I think it could have been even better with an extra flavorful spread. The pasta salad on the side was super fresh and honestly delicious. I also loved the tangerine juice. The prices are pretty high, but that's to be expected in a Del Mar. Big bonus points for the free iced tea by the water station. Such a nice touch. Overall a great neighborhood spot with a great vibe. Excited to come back and try more of the menu.

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