I only have two malls i consistently go in San Diego, the Fashion Valley Mall and the UTC Mall…read more However, UTC mall is more of a leisure... to walk around and kill time, for my son to play at the playground, for the festivities on the holiday season especially Xmas, to have family fun dates and good food experiences at nearby restaurants and the mall I always go to every time I have issues with my Apple iPhone and techs. The fashion Valley Mall tho, is my main mall. This is the mall where I actually do most of my shopping. We watch movies at the AMC theater when we have extra time and get food at the cafeteria/food court area after hours of walking. My son never misses going inside the Laderach to get a free taste, the best chocolate there is. We love going to this mall, especially with my son now being a teenager, we would most likely be doing lots of our shopping activities here especially at his favorite boutiques, like the zumies, Hollister, Rayban, and plenty others I do not recall.... We also love going to The escape room where the mall is. My favorite is the Nordstrom Rack! ;) The holidays tho could get really packed and busy but there's alot of nice things to see and lots of good deals to look forward to.

Hello May!! Came to…read moreFashion Valley on what must've been an off Sunday because...where was everybody? I hadn't been here in years, fully prepared to fight for parking, but jokes on me. Endless spots to park! That's a first! Are malls dead now? How are stores surviving? Anywhoo, I still spent more than planned. Damn you, Sephora! Pros: *Surprisingly easy parking (a rare mall miracle) *Huge mix of stores from bougie to budget - Louis Vuitton, Coach, Hollister, Macy's, Nordstrom's, Neiman Marcus, H&M, Zara, and Gucci to name a few *Open-air vibe with palm trees; very San Diego aesthetic with a tropical feel; complete with fountains and artistic landscaping *Solid food options with a food court, cafes, and kiosks, Cheesecake Factory, Seasons 52, and my fav, True Food Kitchen *Clean and well-maintained and easy to wander around *There's a lot of variety here to keep you entertained *They have seasonal events that is a nice addition to shopping Cons: *Felt oddly empty for a Sunday..kinda eerie but it may be an introvert paradise *Dangerous for your wallet (you will overspend) *Some stores seem like they're hanging on by a thread *Malls just don't hit like they used to despite the pros- mainly because everything has gone up! Shopping isn't as enjoyable when things cost an arm and a leg. Overall: 3.5 Stars - Still one of the nicer malls around if you're in the mood to stroll, shop, and accidentally blow your budget (Guilty!). Would I come back? Only if my bank account approves!

Every time I come down to San Diego to visit my daughter, I usually stop by Westfield UTC. I really…read morelike this place because it's clean, nice, and there are a lot of food options, so we can just walk around, relax, do a little shopping, and eat all in one area. There are a few restaurants here that I personally like, especially Din Tai Fung and Haidilao. There's also Starbucks and plenty of other spots depending on what you're in the mood for. The whole area just has a comfortable vibe to it compared to a lot of other malls. Parking has honestly never been too difficult for me either. Even when it gets busy, I can usually still find a spot without too much trouble.

Apocalyptically awful parking lot!…read more This parking lot is a chaotic, soul-crushing labyrinth that may very well be the single worst design I've encountered in my 79 long, well-traveled years on this planet. Upon entering, you're handed a cheerful little ticket promising a free first hour--how generous! What they don't tell you is that you'll spend roughly two-thirds of that hour trapped in a slow-moving purgatory just trying to escape. You've got about 20 blissful minutes to enjoy yourself before trying to join the line of cars that moves slower than a sloth on melatonin. I genuinely cannot tell if the exit gates are malfunctioning, cursed, or if the drivers ahead of me were participating in some sort of cognitive endurance experiment. Multiple cars took a baffling 4-5 minutes each at the gate--an interaction that should take about 10 seconds unless you're attempting to solve a Rubik's cube while blindfolded. By the time I escaped, I had aged another decade. I will absolutely never return to this parking lot. Bring a helicopter. Hope this helps.

A Westfield Mall in Mission Valley. Very different from another one I visited on a previous trip…read more Came specifically for the currency Exchange booth to get pesos for a 3 day weekend trip to see a concert. My favorite shop here was Sea Hive. It's the only one I actually entered and made purchases at. Laid back vibe with more casually dressed local folks here than the other branch.

As the renovations and upgrades continue, I've been here a few times over the few years and have…read morecome to enjoy all that it has to offer. With new stores and dining options coming in, foot traffic has increased. The ease of getting in and out of this mall is what makes it a great option to get my retail therapy on. With the theater as another spot to visit, there are many things to see and do here and all in one place. It's great to see the changes. With many value options and a wide selection of shopping options people will definitely find something they will like. Security is present and the service from mall staff is excellent. I'll be back for sure.

OUTLETS on the BORDER! Didn't get to visit all of the attractions/shops but it looked like a great…read moreday trip! The outlets have eateries and sizable stores. We picked up a relative at the Coffee Bean who was visiting from Mexico and it was a seamless pick-up. Parking is pricey, so I would recommend visiting some stores if you're here to meet-up with someone. Lots of folks pass through here from Mexico and vice versa.

When comes to festive decor and parking, Las Americas is a thumbs down. I would have expected more…read moreparking stalls, better mall signage, Christmas decorations, unique holiday displays in stores and holiday music. This mall lacked. Food court is so-so. I didn't get the holiday vibe during today's visit. Not lit all compared to other malls. I do like that the mall has a variety of stores

Hotel is an heritage fixture on La Jolla Beach. Clean rooms, great beach service (umbrellas,…read morechairs, food delivery), on perfect California beach.

I've been waiting for this new plaza to open in the heart of La Jolla where as they say, " you can…read moredine, shop, and play!" La Plaza La Jolla, 2015. The plaza is just getting under way with and leading the spear hear has been Catania with its wonderful Coastal Italian Cuisine, followed by Elixir with it delectable crepes and smooth coffees. Recently opened, the Beaming Super Food Cafe provides convenient pure organic foods. Coming soon is Le Petit Bistrot with Parisian home style cuisine this coming winter 2016. The plaza has a few shops already with more to come. The shops available now are Kenneth Barlis Boutique, Azzurra Capri, La Scarpa, and opening very soon, YOGASMOGA for all you yoga lovers! The plaza is three levels with stairs and elevators, has a quaint comfortable outside seating area, large potted Dracaenas, and with a Spanish and Moroccan architecture. There are still a variety of spaces available, so there should be nice new shops and perhaps some new eateries as well. Oh yes, the Jeff Mitchum Art Gallery has just opened too.

Small shopping center next to the flower field, I mean directly next to it!…read more Found a cute purse at Coach that wasn't sold online anymore n was sold out everywhere else! Workers were very attentive and helpful. Actually had to go back and buy it bc I couldn't stop thinking about it lol Went to the toy store and found rare stuff my son was hunting for so that was a treat. The staff there were also very helpful and gave my son few free sleeves for his one piece cards. The place is very small, very clean and all the stores were organized. It wasn't very packed on a Saturday, it didn't feel that way but the parking was a hot mess. Lol maybe bc they share parking with the flower field. My favorite is the view of the flower field next door. Really is heaven on earth when you see such colors surrounding you.

Very strange that majority of the sales being advertised at the outlet stores here are "Buy 1 Get 1…read more50% off".. which to me, isn't much of a deal. Where's the 60, 70% off? Lol. I guess not too common nowadays. These outlets in general is pretty standard with pretty empty crowds so it's not hard to find a parking spot. The vibes here feel like more of a casual mall with the food and iced tea shops having more people in line for than any of the retail stores. However.. I was able to find a great deal at one of the stores! Still worth walking around to look and browse through some stores. Children activities.. they have a fun life-sized checkers board to play with and even a train ride.

This is definitely the party district of San Diego!!…read more Day or night, this area is rather lively. Lots of different shops, bars, clubs, and restaurants here. I was here during Halloween and it was packed with people that night. The best place to park here, to me, is in the large parking garage next to Petco Park. The whole area is best seen on foot anyhow. There are also some nice hotels here to choose from. The Convention Center and the Trolley are also here, and the Embarcadero is just a short walk away!! Had a very good time here!!

We absolutely LOVE the Gaslamp Quarter area!!! What's not to love?!?!…read more There's streets of shops and eateries all around. A ton of hotels to choose from. It's also a short walk to the water. This historic neighborhood has a vibrant nightlife. We saw these cool bicycles that you can pay to ride on. They will take you anywhere you want in the area. It's like an Uber, but on a bike! They have it lit up at night. There's new to historic buildings all around. There's rooftop bars and live music. There's plenty of shopping! Big names to boutiques. All different restaurants. High end sit downs, cafes, takeout places, bakeries, ice cream, to coffee shops. I'm probably not giving all the information about this area. There's parking garages. Off street parking is metered. That's hard to find. We parked in Seaport Village. It's a hefty walk, but we just walked and stopped to rest and take pictures!! Other times we just got dropped off!! Overall all, we enjoyed this area for meeting friends and dining. Of course, we loved the older historic buildings.

I was here last night. I drove to San Diego on a business trip. I stopped by here to charge my…read moreTesla and for 45 mins I walked around at night so Prada was closed but they gave every designer store here and it's so cute and it's mixed in with normal stores too! This must be the spot!

This place is a great place to plan a day date with your girlfriends, or a business lunch…read more The open-air flea market and Spanish decor takes you to a different time. The water features are great place to rest and relax. There are plenty of commercial shops as well as Boutique shops for all of your services including Trader Joe's. Parking is not a pain. Liberty Square Market a great way to spend your afternoon.

I have just been charged $10 in their underground parking for 34 min. Outrageous price. I have…read moreparked there several times before and the price was much lower. Do yourself a favor and park on the street.

We decided to visit Seaport Village Memorial Day weekend to complete the weekend of remembrance for…read morethose who have lost their lives in battle and service for the United States. There were so many people visiting Seaport Village today. We approached from the Embarcadero walkway from the north. As we walked up, there is a sign that welcomes you to Seaport Village overhead. It's always very nice to see that. There are new shops and restaurants that are available. I was amazed at how many restaurants Seaport Village Now has. The Mike Hess Brewing is still there. The fish shop is still there and Mr. Moto's pizza is also still there. However, it was great to see that the shorebird had been remodeled and now is open for business over the water on the right hand side of the walkway. The highlight of our visit was walking by and seeing the Zeta restaurant now open on the walkway with views of the waterfront. Please see my review for the Zytoun restaurant. Please keep in mind that right now. Seaport Village is very, very busy with construction. Most of the businesses are still open however, several of them are in a construction area. The businesses over on the east side of Seaport Village before you get to the Sally's restaurant, are affected by the renovations. Spilled the beans coffee and Mike has tasting room are not affected, but foot traffic is affected. The town Square where they normally have music and entertainment is not affected now they have games somewhat like lawn games available in that square area, but the foot traffic is affected by the construction of the Outer building facing the marina. Ther are so many vendors here now. We actually were able to visit an art gallery, walk over the pond bridge, with ducks and pigeons, peruse through so many cute shops, check out all of the food offerings, and just enjoy the beautiful views of the water at the Embarcadero Marina Park while here. This is a wonderful walk, and with the vendors, and other sites, it ends up being an adventure.

Seaport Village is such a great spot. So many activities and businesses to experience Beautiful…read moreview of the bay and I like popping in to all of the many shops. An obvious must try if you're in San Diego You can ride a bike take a boat tour and of course Eat to your hearts delight. Why not? Here you certainly will find and discover something to your liking