North Park is a Hip & Urban Community With Distinct Restaurants & an Emerging Arts District
North Park is one of San Diego's hip and revitalized urban communities with dozens of chic new restaurants, urban cafés, music lounges, clubs, trendy thrift-stores, and various independent specialty stores. It is located minutes away from Downtown San Diego & alongside Balboa Park, North Park has also developed a great reputation as of performing arts, music and entertainment. North Park is often holds many eclectic community and cultural events, as well as a weekly Farmers' Market. It is also home to the North Park Theatre and an emerging live music, nightlife and art district.
Popular Destinations in North Park |
Voted San Diego's Best Breakfast in Town, The Mission is located on the main street of North Park at 2801 University Ave., and is the perfect destination for breakfast with friends and family. With an eclectic mix of home town favorites, with a fusion of organic ingredients, a hint of Mexican heritage and a presentation like no other breakfast in town (619-220-8992). Use their coupon for 50% off One Entree. North Park's newest hot spot and sports bar is True North, 3815 30th Street (619-291-3815). True North is a casual and laid back neighborhood bar offering a unique atmosphere and experience with something for everyone. Just off North Park’s bustling University Avenue, it’s the ideal place for social gatherings and special events, with even the sports connoisseur in mind. Here you will find great drinks and great people surrounded by eye-catching visuals of music videos, the daily sports action and even a classic movie or two. Other fine restaurants, include West Coast Tavern, located in front of the Birch Theatre at 2895 University Avenue (619-295-1688) , Urban Solace, 3823 30th Street (619-295-6464) and Sea Rocket Bistro, 3382 30th St, (619-255-7049). The Birch North Park Theatre is a fully restored 730-seat theater originally built in 1928, it is a popular host of the Lyric Opera San Diego, many plays, musicals and art related events. The Farmers Market has returned to North Park! Meet friends, find fresh and locally grown organic produce & flowers, live music and more! Located off the main street in the parking lot behind CVS (32nd Street and University Avenue), the Farmers' Market takes place every Thursday, rain or shine, and will be open from 3p.m. to sunset in the spring and summer; winter and fall hours are 2p.m. to dark.! See the Farmers' Market Page to Discover other locations throughout San Diego. The Lafayette Hotel is a San Diego budget getaway for hip parents traveling with children, international travelers, hip parents, road warriors, artists, and lovers all find common ground in the laid back medley of history, playfulness, and casual atmosphere first envisioned when the hotel opened in 1946. |
![]() The Mission Restaurant |
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