Sorrento Mesa and Sorrento Valley are the business districts in Mira Mesa. There is a particular concentration of businesses in the fields of telecommunications, wireless applications, and biotechnology research. Major businesses operating in Sorrento Mesa include Qualcomm, Texas Instruments, Fujitsu, Cingular Wireless, Novatel Wireless, and Gen-Probe. Sorrento Mesa is also There are also hotels, restaurants, self storage and small retail areas which cater primarily to employees and visitors of the businesses

Buca de Beppo (1) is not just another Italian restaurant. It’s a dining destination! You can even get a table in the kitchen with early reservations. Or if you are coming with a group of people, reserve the Godfather room. As for the decor, the walls are filled with photos of famous Italians and candid photos of daily life in Italy. Great-tasting Italian cuisine is served family-style by friendly servers who are more than willing to help you select what to order.

When it comes to San Diego Restaurants serving Indian cuisine, look no farther than Ashoka The Great. This is a fabulous restaurant featuring the finest-tasting Indian cuisine in San Diego. Their all-you-can-eat lunch buffet and dinner buffet are very popular. However, it is from their extensive menu that you will find the truly memorable Indian cuisine that has made Ashoka the Great so well-known. And you can also order your meal to taste, be it mild, medium or spicy hot.

O's American Kitchen (1) is famous for their delicious breadsticks, enticing pizzas, plentiful salads and pasta dishes. They are a popular destination for casual family dining in Mira Mesa.

The Marine Corps Air Station Miramar (13) is only 1.3 miles west of Interstate I-15 at Miramar Road. It’s also home to The Flying Leatherneck Aviation Museum (13) (858-693-1723). The outdoor museum features more than two dozen vintage and historically important aircraft. It’s open Tues.–Sun., 9 a.m.–3:30 p.m. and offers free admission. Plus, it’s the only command museum dedicated to the history of Marine Corps aviation. Use their coupon for 20% off Gift Shop Purchases.

Also here is a bank that is popular with military personnel and civilians alike. It's Pacific Marine Credit Union (12) at 9222 Miramar Rd. (800-736-4500). Don't let its name confuse you, it offers membership to everyone. So stop by and see what they have to offer. They are ideally located and open six days a week.

Miramar Speed Circuit (16) offers its guests a 1/4 mile technical (1,500 ft) asphalt racetrack. This track is considered to be one of the finest indoor tracks in the United States. Their track has been designed by professional racers to challenge visitors, whether it's your first time in a kart or you've been going to the Speed Circuit for years. Be sure to use their coupon for additional savings.

Lake Miramar is a popular destination for bicycling, jogging, walking, rollerblading and picnicking. Miramar's concession stand is open on Saturdays and Sundays only, 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. They are renting boats on a first come basis on those two days only, no reservations. There is bait available - shiners, crawdads, nightcrawlers, meal worms and wax worms. Patrons can use credit cards for boat rentals and other purchases, but permits are cash only.

Stop by the Mira Mesa Market Center which is home to popular restaurants and shopping destinations, including Buca di Beppo, Cold Stone Creamery, Daphne’s Greek Cuisine, Islands, Jamba Juice, Mimi’s Café, On the Border, Pat & Oscars, Starbucks and more. One of it's premier attractions is the Edwards Cinema, which even features an IMAX theater.

Mira Mesa is also home to Mira Mesa Lanes, one of San Diego's last bowling alleys. Go here for a good evening with friends for a few games of bowling. Also popular are their late night bowling sessions, which include live DJ music and strobe lights.

Surprisingly, housing still remains affordable in Mira Mesa. The surrounding countryside is incentive enough for living here. Just outside of Mira Mesa, is one of the newest San Diego home neighborhoods in the majestic community of The Estates at StoneBridge east of Scripps Ranch, overlooking acres upon acres of preserved open space to the north, Serenity is not just a home, it’s a living, breathing life-center, designed with grace and peace-of-mind as its most beloved values.

San Diego Self Storage is a neighborhood self storage facilitiy. They focus on the surrounding communities, which helps them to better serve each and every individual customer. They are a perfect fit for personal use, as well as multiple larger units for large commercial accounts.

For your local banking needs, Pacific Marine Credit Union (2) is one of San Diego's most trusted banking institutions, with over 50 years of service and multiple locations throughout San Diego to serve you. Pacific Marine Credit Union membership is open to everyone. They are centrally located near by at 9222 Miramar Road, Suite 30 (800-736-4500).