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Gareth Eats in California: 13 Spots

13 spots in California, mapped from MY TOP 10 BEST FOODS in SAN DIEGO 2025 🏆 by Gareth Eats.

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Map of 13 spots from MY TOP 10 BEST FOODS in SAN DIEGO 2025 🏆

The 13 spots

  1. IZOLA

    Bakery · Price level: Medium

    1429 Island Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA

  2. The Plot

    Vegan Restaurant · Price level: Medium

    1733 S Coast Hwy, Oceanside, CA 92054, USA

  3. EE NAMI Tonkatsu Izakaya

    Japanese Izakaya Restaurant · Price level: Medium

    4706 Clairemont Mesa Blvd, San Diego, CA 92117, USA

  4. Tuna Harbor Dockside Market

    Market

    598 Harbor Ln, San Diego, CA 92101, USA

  5. Mama Mia Pizza

    Pizza Restaurant · Price level: Cheap

    2004 Dairy Mart Rd UNIT 100, San Ysidro, CA 92173, USA

  6. Minh Ky Restaurant

    Chinese Restaurant · Price level: Cheap

    4644 El Cajon Blvd #101, San Diego, CA 92115, USA

  7. Rosemarie's Buns & Brews

    Hamburger Restaurant · Price level: Medium

    3852 Mission Blvd, San Diego, CA 92109, USA

  8. De Cabeza El Unico

    Restaurant · Price level: Medium

    1043 Broadway #108, Chula Vista, CA 91911, USA

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  1. Carnitas Las Michoacanas

    Mexican Restaurant · Price level: Cheap

    6513 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92115, USA

  2. Meet Dumpling

    Chinese Restaurant · Price level: Medium

    2907 Shelter Island Dr suite 104, San Diego, CA 92106, USA

  3. Beyer Deli

    Restaurant · Price level: Cheap

    3065 Beyer Blvd # A105, San Diego, CA 92154, USA

  4. The Wise Ox Butcher & Deli

    Butcher Shop

    2855 El Cajon Blvd #1, San Diego, CA 92104, USA

  5. Aqui Es Texcoco

    Mexican Restaurant · Price level: Medium

    520 Broadway 5 & 6, Chula Vista, CA 91910, USA

From the video

MY TOP 10 BEST FOODS in SAN DIEGO 2025 🏆MY TOP 10 BEST FOODS in SAN DIEGO 2025 🏆 · Gareth Eats

Gareth Eats celebrated his top ten favorite bites of the year, highlighting the diverse culinary landscape of San Diego from butcher shop sandwiches to fresh dockside seafood. He emphasized his commitment to authentic, unsponsored restaurant reviews made possible by brand partnerships. His standout experiences included discovering hidden gem dumpling spots and high-quality vegan cuisine that exceeded his expectations.

Food from the video

  • Philly cheese steak
  • Bologna sandwich
  • Spiny lobster
  • Lobster roll
  • Swordfish belly
  • Sea urchin
  • Crispy chicken leg
  • Wonton noodle soup

Planning notes

Trip guide

  • Chula Vista Convention & Visitors Bureau

Planning questions

Where did Gareth Eats eat in California?

This guide maps all 13 spots featured in the video, with names, addresses, and neighborhoods, so you can plan where to eat in California.

What are the must-try foods in California?

Creator picks from the video include Philly cheese steak, Bologna sandwich, Spiny lobster, Lobster roll. Open the map in Varedelo to see which spot each one is at.

Can I save these spots to use on my trip?

Yes. Open the map in Varedelo to save every spot, get directions, and revisit the guide from your phone while you travel.