READERS CHOICE AWARDS

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1 SPECIAL SUPPLEMENT TO THE PENINSULA BEACON NOVEMBER 22, 218 B E S T R E S TA U R A N T S Readers weigh in on OB s choice food venues We re all foodies in our own rights. Sometimes we re just on the hunt for a quick, yummy pop-in snack or a cool, refreshing ice cream. Other times, we re looking for that extra-special fine-dining experience to celebrate a momentous birthday, an anniversary or a graduation. Whatever it is we may be in search of, a cornucopia of smells and taste delights bursts from every corner in the heart of Ocean Beach, where restaurateurs continue to set the gold standard for hungry neighbors and visitors. The patio-dining experience under the setting sun or underneath a canopy of stars simply can t be beat, especially when paired with the sweet sea air and the thunder of waves crashing against the shore nearby. In Ocean Beach, the options are virtually limitless. With a treasure trove of food-related businesses, we asked our readers to pick the best of when it comes to restaurants and eateries in Ocean Beach. In this edition of Readers Choice Awards, readers were eager to weigh in on their favorite Ocean Beach foodie stops and cast their votes for the winners. Take a look inside and see their choices for the best atmosphere, the best chef, the best burger, the best dessert, the best appetizer, the best comfort food, the best pizza and the best location to people-watch, along with many other categories. Some of the merchants are longtime community fixtures; others are upstarts eager to win over the hearts and tummies of neighbors. The merchants of Ocean Beach are also dedicated to winning your business and more important, to keeping it. Inside, you ll find the results of paper and online balloting. The results paint a broad canvas of category offerings, from the tastiest yogurt and smoothies to the best Happy Hour and the best wine bar and plenty more. The awards served up on the following pages were chosen by our loyal readership, which we value so highly. Take a look inside at this year s Peninsula Beacon Readers Choice Awards a true insider s judgment of the restaurants and eateries that fuel our food passions, fill our bellies and add that extra spice to our beach dining experience. Congratulations!

2 218 Readers Choice A W A R D S Congratulations to the following restaurants who were chosen by the readers of. Readers were asked to cast ballots for their favorite category choices. This was no simple task! With more than 7 categories, our readers came through with overwhelming response. We wish to thank all the readers who took the time to recognize these restaurants that do so much to make Ocean Beach such a wonderful community. Category #1 Overall Restaurant: American: Acai Bowl Ahi Appetizer: Bagel: Bakery: Bar: Bartender : BBQ Beer selection: Best chef: Best Atmosphere: Best ocean view: Breakfast: Brewery Burger: Burrito: Cafe: Catering: Chinese restaurant: Chocolate Coffee shop: Comfort food: Deli: Desserts: Dinner: Polynesian / Hawaiian Donut shop: Early bird special: Espresso Family restaurant: Fish & chips: Fish taco: French: German: Mediterranean / Greek Happy hour: Healthy Dining: Hot Dog: Ice cream / Frozen yogurt: Indian: Irish pub/bar: Italian: Juice bar: Late night eatery: Latte Live music: Lunch: Margarita: Martini: Mexican (fast food): Mexican restaurant: Most romantic: New restaurant: Omelette: Organic Oysters Patio dining: Pet friendly restaurant: Pizza: Place for a birthday party: Place to dance: Place to go on a budget: Place to people watch: Restaurant service: Wine selection (Rest.) Salad Sandwich: Seafood: Specialty Drink: Sports Bar: Steak: Brunch: Sushi: Take-out: Tasting Room (Beer) Thai: Vegetarian/Vegan: Vietnamese/Pho: Wine Bar: Wine Shop: Wings Best Yogurt Gold Bo-beau kitchen + bar Hodad's/ The Arizona Cafe OB Smoothie/ Pirates Cove Tiki Port It s Raw Poke Shop P. L. Bagels Azucar Pacific Shores /Sunshine Company Tony s BBQ House Newport Pizza & Ale /Helm s Brewing Co. Bo-Beau kitchen + bar /OB Brewery Old Townhouse /Breakfast Republic OB Brewery Hodad s Nico s Newbreak Coffee & Cafe Surfside Cuisine Little Chef Beach Sweets Jungle Java/Your Mama s Mug Old Townhouse Restaurant Chris Liquor/Olive Tree Marketplace European Cake Gallery Te Mana Cafe OB Donut Kaiserhof OB Beans Coffee Rosters/Starbucks WOW Cafe/The Harp South Beach Bar & Grill Bo-beau kitchen + bar Kaiserhof Ocean Beach Kabob The Arizona Cafe OB People's Organic Food Market The Arizona Cafe Lighthouse Ice Cream & Yogurt Sundara The Harp OB Smoothie The Arizona Cafe Cafe Bella Winston's Raglan Public House Bravo's Mexican Bistro Tony's Martini Bar Nico's Ortega's Cocina Bo-beau kitchen + bar O.B. Garden Cafe Breakfast Republic/Old Townhouse Rest. OB Peoples Organic Food Market Ob Surf Lodge/Voltaire Beach House OB Surf Lodge Newport Pizza & Ale House/ Winston's Nico s Bo-Beau s kitchen + bar The 3rd Corner OB People's Organic Food Market Pomas Italian Delicatessen /Olive Tree South Beach Bar & Grill Tony's Martini Bar Mother s Saloon/Sunshine Company Kaiserhof The 3rd Corner/ Sapporo/ Little Chef/Nico s Culture Brewing Co Thai Time Hugo s Cocina/O.B. Garden Cafe The 3rd Corner The 3rd Corner Yogurt Farms Silver The 3rd Corner/ Old Townhouse Restaurant Cafe Bella Voltaire Beach House Voltaire Beach House Your Mama s Mug European Cake Gallery Lucy s Tavern Lucy s Tavern/Pacific Shores Sunshine Company/ Kaiserhof WOW Cafe/South Beach Bar & Grill Jake & Eggs/Village Kitchen Raglan Public House/ Royale! Mike s Taco Club/Cotijas Cocina Village Kitchen/Te Mana Cafe CJ s Catering Azucar/European Cake Gallery Lazy Hummingbird/Newbreak Coffee Village Kitchen/Raglan OB Deli/ Poma s Italian Delicatessen Azucar/Beach Sweets Ulivo Daybreak Island Grill Christy's Donuts Village Kitchen The Coffee Method Hodad s/margarita s OB Brewery Mike s Taco Club Hummus Mediterranean Kitchen Raglan Public House/Sunshine Co. Hugo s Cocina/O.B. Garden Cafe Mother s Saloon Yogurt Farm Pepe's Pirate's Cove/Sunshine Smoothies Nico's Kakawa Coffee The Harp To the Point Eatery Ortegas Mother s Saloon Cotijas Cocina Mexicana/ Sunnie s Hugo s Cocina/Bravo s Royale!/It s Raw Poke Shop Margaritas Family Restaurant O.B. Garden Cafe South Beach Bar and Grille Te Mana Cafe Voltaire Beach House Hodad s The Harp Cotijas Cocina Mexicana Sunshine Company Saloon Ulvio Ulivo Hugo s Cocina OB Deli/Chris' Liquor Mike s Taco Club The Arizona Cafe Sapporo Taika Sushi Newport Quik Stop Kilowatt Brewing/Mike Hess Brewing Pure Thai OB Peoples Organic Food Market Bar 152 Gianni Buonomo Vintners Gianni Buonomo Vintners Mother s Saloon Bronze Raglan Public House Sunshine Smoothie Bar 152 Newbreak Coffee & Cafe Hungary Lu s Reunion Teddy@ Winstons Culture BBQ House OB Surf Lodge Daybreak Island Cafe Tilted Stick Ortega s Little Lion Cafe Gringas Catering Kakawa Coffee OB Beans Coffee Roasters Newport Quik Stop Lighthouse Ice Cream & Yogurt Kaiserhof It s Raw Poke Shop Newbreak Coffee & Cafe Village Kitchen South Beach Bar & Grill WOW Cafe Bar 152 Plant Power Surf Check Rite-Aid Ulvio OB Peoples Organic Food Market Roberto's Sunnies The Holding Company Little Lion Cafe Mike s Taco Club Liticker s OB Mexican & Vegan Margarita s Family Restaurant Ulivo Kakawa Daybreak Island Grill Hugo s Cocina To the Point Eatery OB Brewery Surf Rider Pizza Cafe Bar 152 The Holding Company WOW Cafe O.B. Garden Cafe Hungary Lu s WOW Cafe bar 152 Breakfast Republic OB Sushi Lounge Cotijas Cocina Mexicana Belching Beaver Plant Power Olive Tree Market place Tilted Stick Best Overall Restaurant BO-beau kitchen + bar Part of the local powerhouse Cohn Restaurant Group, BO-beau takes its place as their premiere French restaurant. And this is no mere bistro, we re talking about classic French cuisine, from starters like escargot with a garlic-herb butter sauce and steak tartare to main courses of bouef bourguignon, chicken fricassee and a selection of moules, salads and pastas. But you won t find any cliché Gallic restaurant snobbery here; everything at BO-beau is done in an inviting, warm and casual dining atmosphere. Entrees will run you between $14- $28, a good bargain for fine French fare. BO-beau kitchen + bar 4996 West Point Loma Blvd. (619) Best New Restaurant O.B. Garden Café O.B. Garden Café proudly serves organic, vegetarian food and beverages by striving to find the best local and regional, organic and sustainable ingredients. The café menu brings exciting, fresh and delicious options to vegans, vegetarians and veggie dabblers alike. From handmade soups and sauces to delicious and nutritious salads, sandwiches and creative entrees, O.B. Garden Café has something for everyone! O.B. Garden Café 4741 Voltaire St. (619) obgardencafe@gmail.com Best Overall Service BO-beau kitchen + bar (see entry under Best Overall) Best Acai Bowl (tie) OB Smoothie Routinely charged with having the best acai (pronounced: ah-sigh-ee) bowls around OB, portions are huge with lots of fresh fruit to order, such as fresh mango, banana, blueberries and, of course, the chilled acai mix itself. Try yours with a little granola and honey for a real treat. Other specialites include traditional juice drinks and fruit bowls. A great breakfast or lunch alternative to heavier take-out options. OB Smoothie 51 Newport Ave. (619) Tiki Port Tiki Port is a unique drive-through and outdoor cafe located in the heart of Ocean Beach. Aside from 12 different delicious brewed coffees, Tiki Port will get you entirely acquainted with a whole new way of life with extremely healthy, exotic, and delicious acai bowls, fresh fruit smoothies, exciting frappes, crafty iced cold brewed coffee and much more to meet your energy needs. Tiki Port also offers a variety of sinful pastries, bagels and other treats. Ocean Beach brings diversity and with diversity comes a new way of life with food and beverages that are healthy and delicious. The drive-through area offers a variety of other sundries such as surf was, cigis, lotion, energy bars, bottled beverages and more. Customers get free kids treats and dog treats while visiting. Tiki Port 221 Cable St Best Ahi It s Raw Poke Shop It s Raw Poke Shop is a family owned and operated poke shop specializing in serving that local island style kine grinds in Ocean Beach. It s that same authentic Hawaiian taste, made with that original ALOHA spirit on da mainland that makes all the difference. Check them out sometime and see for yourself! why they got the vote of Best Ahi! It s Raw Poke Shoop 4991 Newport Ave A (619) itsrawpokeshop Best American (tie) Hodad s Hodad s is no longer just a local favorite featured on Diners, Drive-Ins & Dives and voted by CNN as one of the top five burger joints in the country. Hodad s is the only burger joint recognized on the West Coast! Fodor s travel guides call the Hodad s bacon cheeseburger awesome, and there s even a grilled cheese sandwich on the menu for those desiring lighter fare. Stop and see what all the fuss is about can stop by the original location or their other location open downtown and Petco Park. A local legend for years has definitely hit the big time! Check out their own craft beer brewed at their new brewery. Hodad s 51 Newport Ave. (619) Broadway, Downtown (619) hodadies.com Arizona Cafe An OB landmark since 1927, the Arizona Café is a 4s-style atmosphere with a contemporary flare. The menu offers award winning homemade food that includes burgers, sliders, sandwiches, salads, appetizers and a new menu of specialty Hot Dogs! Can t stay? Grab an order to go from the take-out window. All your favorite sports on big screen TVs, pool tables, and a daily happy hour from 4:3 6:3pm makes the Arizona a great place to go and a hard place to leave. Arizona (AZ) Cafe 1925 Bacon St., Ocean Beach (619) Best Appetizer Sushi and tapas may sound like a strange combo, but in Ocean Beach combines the two cuisines perfectly. The restaurant features a full sushi bar plus specializes in steak, seafood, tapas and southern fusion. Patrons have dubbed the Joint Roll as a must try. The burgers and sweet potato fries are favorites too. The place has a laid-back atmosphere and is priced fairly. Beacon readers also love for the wide-ranging beer selection and, more specifically, its specialty in craft beers. 492 Newport Ave. (619) thejointob.com

3 NOVEMBER 22, Best Atmosphere Ocean Pub is an American restaurant and Sports Bar with a view of San Diego's finest beach. Using the culture and history of OB as a foundation, Ocean Pub was created to exemplify all that is great about this laid back beachfront community. We strive to provide a neighborly atmosphere, where you ll always be treated like part of our family. With a view unparalleled to any other, come experience our coastal inspired menu or grab a cold pint of local craft brew. Ocean Pub 583 Santa Monica Ave. (619) wonderlandob.com Best Bagels P.L. Bagels This local mom and pop bagel shop has as big a selection of favorites you would expect to find at one of the big chain bagel shops. Stop by and choose your favorite and enjoy the fresh smell you get from fresh made bagels and coffee. You ll enjoy a nice variety of cream cheese selections and other specials at this neighborhood shop. P.L. Bagel 374 Voltaire St, Ste. 17 (619) Best Bakery Azúcar Azucar communicates the Cuban origins of Owner/Chef Vivian Hernandez-Jackson producing Cuban-inspired favorites like light coconut cupcakes and red velvet cake or unique mojito cookies. Other fare include specialty Cuban items such as Cuban sandwiches with turkey and pork, papa rellenas (stuffed potato balls), corquetas (small fried rolls filled with minced meat, mashed potatoes, and or shell fish and vegetables), pastelitos (baked puffs with filling), Azucar brings a taste of ethnicity to an ordinary lunch or snack. Whether you re in the mood for a Cuban sandwich or a delicate cupcake, this green establishment will always bring an exotic flavor to the table. Azucar 482 Newport Ave. (619) iloveazucar.com Best Bar (tie) Sunshine Company Saloon An Ocean Beach institution since 1974, this newly remodeled, award winning beach bar has something for everyone. Watch the sunset from the ocean view deck while enjoying one of over 1 beers - 33 on draft, hand crafted cocktails, and homemade sangria. Shoot pool while watching your favorite team on one of the big screens. Check out the week-night specials and enjoy happy hour every day from 5-6pm. Stop by and you will see why the Sunshine Co. has been voted Best Bar and "Best Sports Bar" year after year! Sunshine Saloon Company 528 Newport Ave. (619) Pacific Shores Voted as a Best Bar 9 years in a row! You ll step back in time in this vintage, undersea style cocktail lounge, complete with sealife murals, etched mirrors and a giant Best Overall. BO-beau kitchen + bar 4996 West Point Loma Blvd. (619) BO-beau kitchen + bar Part of the local powerhouse Cohn Restaurant Group, BObeau takes its place as their premiere French restaurant. And this is no mere bistro, we re talking about classic French cuisine, from starters like escargot with a garlic-herb butter sauce and steak tartare to main courses of bouef bourguignon, chicken fricassee and a selection of moules, salads and pastas. But you won t find any cliché Gallic restaurant snobbery here; everything at BO-beau is done in an inviting, warm and casual dining atmosphere. A Consistant Award-Winning German Restaurant 218 Danke Schön (Thank you) for Voting us Best German Restaurant, Best Steak & Best Early Bird Special Also a favorite for Dinner & Atmosphere Join us for Happy Hour 4-7 PM Tues Friday Reduced prices on selected beers, wine and drink plus FREE selected appetizers Sunset Dinner Specials Served from 5: until 6:3 (orders must be placed by 6:3) Tuesday - Friday Closed Mondays 2253 Sunset Cliffs Boulevard, San Diego KAISERHOFRESTAURANT.COM

4 4 NOVEMBER 22, Best Bar Sunshine Company Saloon An Ocean Beach institution since 1974, this newly remodeled, award winning beach bar has something for everyone. Watch the sunset from the ocean view deck while enjoying one of over 1 beers - 33 on draft, hand crafted cocktails, and homemade sangria. Shoot pool while watching your favorite team on one of the big screens. Check out the week-night specials and enjoy happy hour every day from 5-6pm. Stop by and you will see why the Sunshine Co. has been voted Best Bar and "Best Sports Bar" year after year! Sunshine Company Saloon 528 Newport Ave., Ocean Beach (619) Best Fish Taco South Beach Bar & Grille Home of the world-famous mahi fish taco, South Beach has drawn a lively mix of locals and visitors alike. Grab a seat at the long wooden bar, watch the sun set behind the crashing surf and order from a full bar featuring 22 tequilas and 4+ beers, including several from award-winning San Diego breweries. In addition to the mahi tacos, diners choose from a variety of fresh seafood, including lobster, wahoo, shark, calamari and shrimp, as well as burgers, chicken and vegetarian options. Enjoy daily food and drink specials, a happy hour menu from 3-6 pm on M-F, and 2 TV's to watch your favorite sports teams. Stop by and see us for the best food and drinks on the beach. South Beach Bar & Grille 559 Newport Ave. (619) southbeachob.com B E S T R E S TA U R A N T S THANKS FOR VOTING US BEST BEER SELECTION & PIZZA Hoppy Holidays! OPEN ON THANKSGIVING Noon - 8pm OPEN CHRISTMAS EVE 11AM-7PM OPEN CHRISTMAS DAY AT NOON Open New Year s Day Newport Pizza & Ale House 24 DRAFT BEER ON TAP + 1 BOTTLE BEERS + PIZZA BY THE SLICE + FREE DELIVERY IN OB 55 NEWPORT AVE. OCEAN BEACH seashell bar. Enjoy happy hour prices all day from 1 am -2 am while listening to jukebox tunes that span the decades. Great drinks, great people and great prices! Pool table, parking, smoking area and ATM available. Two blocks to world famous OB Pier. Pacific Shores 4927 Newport Ave. (619) Best Bartender Tony s (See entry under Best Martini) Best BBQ BBQ House One of Ocean Beach s best-kept secrets may not be a secret anymore. After 25 years of hard work and dedication from Abdullah and his sons, Davin and Melvin, just last year, completed their 3rd expansion! While still providing the same great-tasting barbeque, they now offer a full bar with 3 beers on tap. The new ambiance provides customers, old and new, with a nice place to get their BBQ fix and cool off with a drink or two after soaking up the sun at the beach all day. Come hang out with them on game days where you re sure to find your favorite sports team competing on one of their 1 big- screen TV s. You might even be lucky enough to see your team broadcasted on the 8inch stop by sit down and enjoy this great place. BBQ House 525 Newport Ave. (619) bbqhouseob. com Best Beer Selection (tie) Newport Pizza & Ale House With a motto of No crap on tap!,

5 NOVEMBER 22, Newport Pizza & Alehouse is a slice of heaven for beer and pizza afficionados. With 21 taps and at least 1 local and imported bottled beers, this is the place to settle in for some delicious pizza like the Ron Jeremy meatlovers, Clint Eastwood barbeque chicken or Big Kahuna Hawaiian specialties, among 27 others. Enjoy the ocean view and for those who want to bring Fido along while the master sips a cold one the venue has a dog-friendly patio. Hours of operation are Sundays through Thursdays from 11 a.m. to 12 a.m., Fridays and Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 1:3 a.m. Newport Pizza & Ale House 55 Newport Ave. (619) obpizzashop.com Helm s Brewing Co. Helm s Brewing was born in San Diego, California, by four shibuilders who set out to brew great tasting beer for their community, fellow servicemen and families. As true craftsmen, Helm s utilized their kinship and industrial expertise to hand build their own brewery the same way they construct their ships. Since 212, Helm s has engineered a fleet of award winning beers deserving of people who navigate daily life through creativity and hard work. Helm s Brewing Co Newport Ave. (619) Best Brewery OB Brewery Enjoy a cold microbrew, delicious food and a helpful staff while taking in one of San Diego's best ocean views. It just doesn't get much better than this! This Distinctive new Brewery is also one of the closest to the beach. The brewery features a selection of microbrews brewed on site and your favorite craft beers. The Brewery recently won Best Small Brewpub and Best Small Brewpub Brewer from GABF 218 as well as the Gold Medal for the B. Right on Pale Ale and other awards at the prestigious 218 Great American Beer Festival. They can add these to their 217 Silver Medal for "The Hidden Gem -Dunkelweizen. Their diverse menu features your favorites as well as some pleasant surprises. Enjoy brunch on Saturdays and Sundays from 1 AM-2PM. Sample their beer and other microbrews in the 1st floor tasting room. Pet Friendly. There are 3 levels, all with patios that provide amazing ocean views which explains their favorite saying, OB Brewery- "Brews with Views". OB Brewery 541 Newport Ave, (619) obbrewingco.com Best Brunch (tie) (see entry under Best Atmosphere) 3rd Corner Wine Shop & Bistro Your first glance at this OB wine bar may prompt a certain confusion. You won t know whether you ve walked into a bar that dabbles in retail sales or a wine cellar with a drinking license such is the level of attention this establishment renders for both services. Hundreds of bottles from around the world are there for the taking, surrounded by funky-colored walls and maps of the world s most well-known wine regions. 3rd Corner serves dinner, too, and many patrons making it a habit of ordering a meal and then visiting the racks to pick the wine that goes best with their food. You won t be paying an inflated price Best New Restaurant O.B. Garden Café O.B. Garden Café proudly serves organic, vegetarian food and beverages by striving to find the best local and regional, organic and sustainable ingredients. The café menu brings exciting, fresh and delicious options to vegans, vegetarians and veggie dabblers alike. From handmade soups and sauces to delicious and nutritious salads, sandwiches and creative entrees, O.B. Garden Café has something for everyone! O.B. Garden Café 4741 Voltaire St. (619) obgardencafe@gmail.com just because you re at a restaurant. 3rd Corner 2265 Bacon St. (619) Best Chef BO-beau kitchen + bar (see entry under Best Overall) Best Breakfast (tie) Old Townhouse Restaurant The comforts of home-style cooking when you re not at home! We all love the excitement of visiting new places and eating new foods but as travelers we sometimes want the creature comforts of home. This is where the Old Townhouse comes to the rescue... the meals are like they ve come out of your own kitchen. Enjoy bottomless cups of coffee, breakfast all day, daily specials including biscuits and gravy and specialty omelettes, Mexican breakfasts to get those gastronomic juices flowing and more! They also do to-go orders! Old Townhouse Restaurant 4941 Newport Ave. (619) oldtownhouserestaurant.com Chri s Liquor & Deli OB & Point Loma Thank You for choosing us the Readers Choice for BEST CHINESE and TAKE-OUT We appreciate your support over the last 29 years! Best Deli Chris Liquor & Deli was the first family owned deli in San Diego opening in They take great pride in making great sandwiches with the best quality Boars Head meats and cheeses. Over 15 types of salads (all homemade from scratch) including their renowned cevichi along with 4 other sandwiches is what continues to propel them to the top to win the gold medal for best deli. Chris has always been known for its original famous hot pastrami sandwich, known as the Harpoon, as well as other favorites as voted in the readers choice polls. They also offer over 3 crafted beers, fine wines and liquors to fullfill all your shopping needs. Stop by and see what everyone is talking about. Check out the newly remodeled oceanview deck! Chris' Liquor & Deli 2275 Sunset Cliffs Blvd. (619) Chrisliquor.com Thank You for Voting Us BEST LATTE and a favorite for Acai Bowl LITTLE CHEF CHINESE FOOD TO GO 11 Years in a Row 491 Newport Ave. Ocean Beach, CA

6 6 NOVEMBER 22, Sunset Cliffs Blvd., OB DELI featuring all your fa vorites 218 Best Healthy Dining Ocean Beach People s Organic Food Market Ocean Beach People's Organic Food Market, San Diego s only customer owned grocer, boasts an award winning sit-down deli featuring a delicious selection of vegetarian and vegan entrees, soups, salads, sandwiches, freshly prepared baked goods, desserts, and more! Additionally, People s offers an extensive selection of organic produce, grocery, dairy, bulk foods and herbs, supplements, cruelty-free body care, gifts and aromatherapy products. Ocean Beach People s Organic Food Market 4765 Voltaire St. (619) obpeoplesfood.coop THANKS for choosing us BEST DELI & a favorite for Best Sandwich Everything you need at One Place! Over 3 CRAFT BEER Excellent WINE SELECTION SELECTION We proudly serve Specialty LIQUOR Breakfast Republic With locations in North Park, Liberty Station, Encinitas, East Village, Pacific Beach, Ocean Beach, and Carmel Valley Breakfast Republic is raising feathers in San Diego as a top spot to enjoy the most important meal of the day. Serving tasty takes on American classics such as Oreo Pancakes, Shrimp & Grits and S mores French Toast. An innovative breakfast destination when you re in search of a fun and unpretentious place to begin the day. Raising the bar is BR s rotating list of 2 beers on tap, which are available as samplers to complement many of the unique dishes. Breakfast Republic 4839 Newport Avenue San Diego, CA Best Burger Hodad s (see entry under Best American) Best Burrito Nico s Mexican Food Love burritos? You ll really love the Nico s burrito. According to the majority, it s the best! The chicken taquitos rate high as well, as does the veggie burrito, breakfast burrito, California burrito, well, most of their burritos. Did we mention the legendary hot sauce? The food is reasonably priced, especially for the amount you receive. In a city that touts close to five million Mexican restaurants. Nico s Mexican Food 4918 Newport Ave. (619) nicosmexicanfood.menutoeat.com Best Café Newbreak Coffee/Cafe Satisfy your caffeine urge at Newbreak Coffee and Cafe. Celebrating more than 2 years in business, the venue is bright, colorful and inviting, tempting guests to return time after time. Delicious breakfast combinations await, along with wraps, vegetarian fare, soups, salads and grilled paninis. If you re on the go, call ahead and simply pick your order up. Did you know they have a boutique area where you can buy your teas and coffees in bulk or pick up a gift card for that special someone? Whether you re in a rush or need some down time to savor your coffee and a sumptuous bagel, Newbreak gives you plenty of choices to get your day off on the right foot. Newbreak Coffee and Cafe 1959 Abbott St. (619) Best Catering Surfside Cuisine Surfside Cuisine prides itself on custom designing your dining experience, private dinner parties, in-home catered events, weekly meal plans and private vacation chef services. Chef Billy Butter handpicks only the freshest ingredients from reputable suppliers a typical day prepping for an event has Butter visiting Catalina Offshore to pick out his seafood; specialty produce for his farm-to-table fruits and veggies; Venissimo's for handcrafted cheeses from around the world; Elizabethan bakery for the best desserts chocolate and sugar could hope to be involved with and gourmet coffees and teas from local roasters. Customers like you make our job a PIECE OF CAKE! THANK YOU for voting us BEST DESSERTS and a favorite for BEST BAKERY Your Holiday Sweets Headquarters: Fruitcakes, Springerele Cookies, Yule Logs, German Stollen, Almond Supreme, Gingerbread Houses & People Tues Sat 7am 4pm Voltaire St. Specializing in Swiss Black Forest Cake & Pastries for all occasions OB S ORIGINAL COFFEE SHOP Over 5 different Coffees & 3 Teas Thank You for Voting Us BEST COFFEE SHOP BREAKFAST SANDWICHES LOX QUICHE FILLED CROISSANTS FRESH PASTRIES BAGELS AND DESSERTS 5:3am - 7pm Mon-Fri 6am - 7pm Weekends Newport Ave. Ocean Beach.

7 218 Best Lunch Raglan Public House Raglan Public House is a New Zealand-inspired organic burger joint that specializes in organic gourmet burgers, sandwiches and salads, as well as a constantly rotating selection of craft beers and craft cocktails. Conveniently located on the corner of Niagara and Bacon in the heart of OB, Raglan is a great place to come grab a local Craft beer and the best burger in all of San Diego! Raglan Public House 1851 Bacon St raglanpublichouse.com NOVEMBER 22, Butter has over 25 years of experience in the restaurant industry. His passion for food and attention to detail, shines through in every mouthwatering bite/dish. With a childhood nickname like Butter and a motto, never trust a skinny chef, you are in great hands with Chef Billy Butter. Surfside Cuisine (619) Best Chinese Little Chef Little Chef has become a favorite for Asian food as well as fast, fresh takeout. They ve been at the same location for more than 28 years. That means not only does Little Chef have the best Chinese, but it will be really tough to beat their prices! Some 6 chicken, beef and shrimp dishes dot the menu. Add the daily specials, and there s not a lot missing! Little Chef 491 Newport Ave. (619) Best Chocolate Beach Sweets Beach Sweets a large assortment of high quality candy, to the most indulgent chocolates. The store is literally filled wall to wall with delicious treats such as Nostalgic Candy, Pet Treats, Sugar Free, Jelly Belly, Handmade Fudge, Chocolates, Truffles, Salt Water Taffy, Bulk Candy, gifts and hard to find favorites and much more. As you step inside the store you are immediately intoxicated by the delicious aroma of chocolate and instantly transported back to your childhood. Beach Sweets 522 Newport Ave. (619) beachsweetsob Best Coffee Shop (tie) Jungle Java Jungle Java is located on Newport Avenue right in the heart of Ocean Beach. What makes this coffee spot unique is that it is practically an outdoors coffee shop (it has a tarp roof), so you feel as if you're sitting peacefully in your own backyard sipping on a cup of tea or coffee. You are surrounded by lush plants and flowers, most of which are for sale. It's a great place to go for a little peace and quiet, to study, or just unwind during the day. And it s just step to the beach! Jungle Java 547 Newport Ave. (619) Your Mamma s Mug Located next door to Ocean Beach International Hostel on Newport Ave., Your Mama's Mug serves a variety of coffee and tea drinks as well as sandwiches, pastries, gifts and more. Find your OB vibe here! Real people and great service. Free Wi-fi. Pet friendly. OB s original coffee shop. Your Mamma s Mug 4967 Newport Ave # 1 (619) Best German Kaiserhof Restaurant Kaiserhof is a great family owned and operated German restaurant. A German restaurant would not be complete without wienerschnitzel or jagerschnitzel. It doesn t get much better than the wurstplatte which includes: bratwurst, knackwurst and bauernwurst with sauerkraut and red potatoes and a good German beer. American style entrees include broiled lobster tail, grilled halibut steak, poached salmon filet with hollandaise, filet mignon Madagascar with peppercorn brandy sauce, or a New York strip steak. Dine in or enjoy the beer garden, a lovely outdoor heated area where you can sip a German brew and enjoy a traditional German and American meal. Full bar available. Best Comfort Food Old Townhouse (See entry under Best Breakfast)) Kaiserhof Restaurant 2253 Sunset Cliffs Blvd. (619) kaiserhofrestaurant.com Best Deli (tie) Chris Liquor & Deli Chris Liquor & Deli was the first family owned deli in San Diego opening in 218 OB Deli Market Thank you for voting us one of your favorites for Best Deli & Best Sandwich In appreciation LIQUOR OVER 3 YEARS IN OB FREE SANDWICH Buy 1 Sandwich at regular price & get the 2nd free. With coupon - Expires Free sandwich equal or lesser value. Not valid with any other offer. - Daily Lunch Specials - Your favorite sandwiches & sides - All inside a full grocery store! - Open Late -Everything you need before you hit the beach! 4984 Voltaire, Ocean Beach (619)

8 8 NOVEMBER 22, Best Fish & Chips WOW Cafe The Walk-On-Water Ocean Beach Pier Cafe has a one-of-akind atmosphere and view! Where else can you enjoy lunch while sitting over the ocean. Sit back, and enjoy their amazing fish and chips, which is why it was voted best by Beacon readers. The portions of WOW Cafe s plates are generous and its prices are reasonable. Besides fish and chips, WOW is known for lobster tacos and even its pancakes. The cafe is small and quaint, with an eclectic decor, but one thing is for sure, nothing beats the views, fish and people watching. WOW Ocean Beach Pier Cafe 591 Niagara Ave. (on the Pier) (619) (fish) es a great family atmosphere and if you stop in enough you will feel like family too. Owners Frank and Joe appreciate the local business and enjoy meeting the community that helps their restaurant prosper. The food has best been described as California-Italian, which means you can expect great fare without a lot of heavy sauce, the way some other places think Italian should be done. The pastas and chicken entrees will command your serious attention, as will the tidy bar and family-style menu Voltaire St., Point Loma (619) venetian1965.com Best Espresso OBbeans Coffee Roasters OBbeans is a local micro-roaster. They work directly with small lot coffee farmers around the world to select high quality beans, small batch roast them in OB, and donate back to nonprofit partners. Their mission is to do as much good as possible from farm to cup while helping people experience and enjoy fresh roasted, high quality, specialty coffee. OBbeans Coffee Roasters 4879 Newport Ave. (619) obbeans.com They take great pride in making great sandwiches with the best quality Boars Head meats and cheeses. Over 15 types of salads (all homemade) including their renowned cevichi along with 4 other sandwiches is what continues to propel them to the top to win the gold medal for best deli. Chris has always been known for its original famous hot pastrami sandwich, known as the Harpoon, as well as other favorites as voted in the readers choice polls. They also offer over 3 crafted beers, fine wines and liquors to fullfill all your shopping needs. Check out the newly remodeled oceanview deck! Chris' Liquor & Deli 2275 Sunset Cliffs Blvd. (619) Chrisliquor.com Olive Tree Market The Olive Tree Marketplace is celebrating over 3 years in your community! The family owned grocery store offers a variety of quality fare and groceries, plus a wide selection of craft beer and wine, specialty cheeses, produce, butcher, and fresh roasted chickens offered daily. The award winning delicatessen draws a big lunch crowd using Boar s Head Meats and Cheeses to craft mouthwatering sandwiches made to order. Best known for The Manhattan,a hot pastrami with melted provolone cheese. The menu offers great choices for vegetarians too plus 2 hot and cold sandwiches and a variety of salads. Olive Tree Marketplace 485 Narragansett Ave. (619) olivetreemarket.com Best Desserts The European Cake Gallery The European Cake Gallery is as the name suggests, a gallery of delicious cakes and other goodies you are not likely to see at one location. Local favorites include apple, pumpkin and other pies which line the shelves as surely as the German chocolate, carrot and white Bavarian cakes, cookies and fruit bars and you haven t lived until you ve tried a piece of the Swiss Black Forest. Check out the special dessert assortment for the holidays! Open Tuesdays Saturdays from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. The European Cake Gallery 3661 Voltaire St. (619) europeancakegallery.com Best Dinner This little Italian restaurant has stayed true to its family recipes more than 4 years, pleasing generations of families. encompass- Best Donut Shop OB Donut Shop OB Donuts is a great little shop to indulge your sweet tooth! Traditional donuts include glazed, chocolate, jelly, maple and chocolate bars all freshly baked and mouth watering! They also carry great breakfast sandwiches, including bagel and croissant and your choice of ham, Canadian bacon and lox! This locally owned and operated a donut-loving haven for years! OB Donuts 183 Sunset Cliffs Blvd. (619) Best Early Bird Special Kaiserhoff (see entry under Best German) Best Family Restaurant (see entry under Best Pizza) Best Fish & Chips (tie) WOW Cafe The Walk-On-Water Ocean Beach Pier Cafe has a one-of-a-kind atmosphere only to be rivaled by its amazing fish and chips, which is why it was voted best by Beacon readers. The portions of WOW Cafe s plates are generous and its prices are reasonable. Besides fish and chips, WOW is known for lobster tacos and even its pancakes. The cafe is small and quaint, with an eclectic decor, but one thing is for sure: nothing beats the views or the fish. WOW Ocean Beach Pier Cafe 591 Niagara Ave. (on the Pier) (619) The Harp (see entry under Best Irish Pub/Bar) 218 Thank you for voting us BEST FISH & CHIPS AND a favorite for Fish Taco, Seafood, Ocean View, and Place to People Watch 183 Sunset Cliffs Blvd GRACIAS! THANKS FOR VOTING US BEST VEGETARIAN/VEGAN! Voted A Favorite for BEST Salad, Healthy Dining Mexican Restaurant and Organic 8 MEXICAN CRAFT BEERS ON TAP! Our new craft beer comes from all over Mexico and includes Colima, Aqua Mala, Wendlant and Insurgente. Stop by and try a new Cerveza! Family Owned & Operated Since 1993 We re on the Pier at the end of Niagara Open Daily 8am-8pm EARLY BIRD BREAKFAST SPECIAL 2% OFF BREAKFAST MENU 9AM 1AM MON. FRI.

9 NOVEMBER 22, Best Fish Taco South Beach Bar & Grille Home of the world-famous mahi fish taco, South Beach has drawn a lively mix of locals and visitors alike. Grab a seat at the long wooden bar, watch the sun set behind the crashing surf and order from a full bar featuring 22 tequilas and 4+ beers, including several from award-winning San Diego breweries. In addition to the mahi tacos, diners choose from a variety of fresh seafood, including lobster, wahoo, shark, calamari and shrimp, as well as burgers, chicken and vegetarian options. Enjoy daily food and drink specials, a happy hour menu from 3-6 pm on M-F, and 2 TV's to watch your favorite sports teams. Stop by for the best food and drinks on the beach. South Beach Bar & Grille 559 Newport Ave. (619) southbeachob.com Best French Bo-Beau kitchen + bar (see entry under Best Overall) Best German Kaiserhof Restaurant Kaiserhof is a great family owned and operated German restaurant. A German restaurant would not be complete without wienerschnitzel or jagerschnitzel. It doesn t get much better than the wurstplatte which includes: bratwurst, knackwurst and bauernwurst with sauerkraut and red potatoes and a good German beer. American style entrees include broiled lobster tail, grilled halibut steak, poached salmon filet with hollandaise, filet mignon Madagascar with peppercorn brandy sauce, or a New York strip steak. Dine in or enjoy the beer garden, a lovely outdoor heated area where you can sip a German brew and enjoy a traditional German and American meal. Full bar. Kaiserhof Restaurant 2253 Sunset Cliffs Blvd. (619) kaiserhofrestaurant.com Best Happy Hour The Arizona (see entry under Best American) Best Healthy Dining Ocean Beach People s Organic Food Market Ocean Beach People's Organic Food Market, San Diego s only customer owned grocer, boasts an award winning sit-down deli featuring a delicious selection of vegetarian and vegan entrees, soups, salads, sandwiches, freshly prepared baked goods, desserts, and more! Additionally, People s offers an extensive selection of organic produce, grocery, dairy, bulk foods and herbs, supplements, cruelty-free body care, gifts and aromatherapy products. Ocean Beach People s Organic Food Market 4765 Voltaire St. (619) obpeoplesfood.coop Best Hot Dog The Arizona (see entry under Best American) Best Ice Cream Lighthouse Ice Cream The Lighthouse has served up the best ice cream in Ocean Beach, featuring double rainbow super premium, all natural, gluten free and certified kosher ice cream. Lighthouse also has something that the other places don t a hot waffle ice cream sandwich, which includes your favorite ice cream stuffed between two Belgian waffles and put in a special 39 degree iron for a magic 19 seconds. You just need to decide which flavor to choose! Be sure to try our Flavor Burst soft serve ice cream available in 8 flavors. Also serving coconut milk based Ice cream in Vanilla.Try our new hot pancake ice cream sandwich. Most credit cards accepted. Lighthouse Ice Cream 559 Newport Ave. (619) Best Indian Sundara Sundara brings the exotic cuisine of India to Ocean Beach and pairs it with craft beers and fine wines, all reasonably priced and served in a friendly atmosphere. Fresh Naan is baked to order and the Curries are slow-cooked to bring out the intricate flavors unique to India. Try the Tikka Masala Pizza, a favorite! Also order online for takeout and delivery. Sundara 1774 Sunset Cliffs Blvd. (619) sundaracuisine.com A Local Favorite! Best Irish Pub/Bar The Harp The Harp offers a warm Irish welcome with friendly staff serving up great drinks and conversation. Decorated with autographed pictures of Irish sports stars, this is a good spot to watch sports on the plentiful flat screens. Grab a seat at the open windows and enjoy an afternoon of people watching while eating some fine comfort food, including shepherd's pie, fish n chips, Irish stew, etc, with a pint of the black stuff. Watch local bands and get your jig on! The Harp 4935 Newport Ave. (619) Best Italian (See entry under Best Dinner) Best Juice Bar OB Smoothie (See entry under Best Acai Bowl) Best Late Night Eatery The Arizona (see entry under Best American) Best Latte Cafe Bella Often imitated, never duplicated, Cafe Bella is proudly and gratefully been an OB staple for 11 years owned, operated and employed by Obecians. Whether it's a simple cup of joe, one 218 THANK YOU! Lucy s thanks everyone for their votes for BEST BAR BEST BAR TENDER (JULI) Join us for Football! MORE TAPS! Now with 37 beers on tap featuring your favorite craft brews Live Bands Every Friday & Saturday Night Pool Tournament Every Monday at 7pm (Except during Football Season) HAPPY HOUR - EVERYDAY 4-7PM WELL DRINKS: $3.75 ALL PITCHERS $1. OFF MARGARITAS $4.75 Check out our other Daily Specials! 7 TVS 5 PLASMA TVS 3 POOL TABLES FOOSBALL SHUFFLEBOARD We Accept Most Credit Cards Voltaire Street (corner of Voltaire & Cable) Best Dessert European Cake Gallery The European Cake Gallery is as the name suggests, a gallery of delicious cakes and other goodies you are not likely to see at one location. Local favorites include apple, pumpkin and other pies which line the shelves as surely as the German chocolate, carrot and white Bavarian cakes, cookies and fruit bars and you haven t lived until you ve tried a piece of the Swiss Black Forest. Check out the special dessert assortment for the holidays! Open Tuesdays Saturdays 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. The European Cake Gallery 3661 Voltaire St. (619) europeancakegallery.com

10 1 NOVEMBER 22, Best Happy Hour Arizona (AZ) Cafe 1925 Bacon St., Ocean Beach (619) The Arizona Cafe An OB landmark since 1927, the Arizona Café is a 4s-style atmosphere with a contemporary flare. The menu offers award winning homemade food that includes burgers, sliders, sandwiches, salads, appetizers and a new menu of specialty Hot Dogs! Can t stay? Grab an order to go from the take-out window. All your favorite sports on big screen TVs, pool tables, and a daily happy hour from 4:3 6:3pm makes the Arizona a great place to go and a hard place to leave. Smoothies, Acai, Fruits & Vegetable Drinks, Wheatgrass, Fruit Salads, Bagels & Wraps, Subs & More Thank You OB for Voting Us Best JUICE BAR & ACAI BOWL of their famous fancy espresso drinks, a bite to eat or just stopping by for a dog treat and a quick hello - the Cafe Bella family will welcome you beyond measure for your business, loyalty and most of all friendship! Two locations. Cafe Bella 495 Newport Ave. (619) Voltaire St. (619) Best Live Music Venue Winston s You already know that Winston s is the most popular live music venue in OB. It s been that way for almost all of its 24 plus years and things aren t expected to change in the foreseeable future. The bar features local and touring bands and has a top notch sound system and full scale lighting system making it one of San Diego s premier live music venues. Although it s known for live music, the bar also has some unique happy hour events every week including karaoke and stand-up comedy nights. Winston s is proud of its work with the OBMA. Winston s 1921 Bacon St. (619) winstonsob.com Best Lunch Raglan Public House Raglan Public House is a New Zealand-inspired organic burger joint that specializes in organic gourmet burgers, sandwiches and salads, as well as a constantly rotating selection of craft beers and craft cocktails. Conveniently located on the corner of Niagara and Bacon in the heart of OB, Raglan is a great place to come grab a local Craft beer and the best burger in all of San Diego! Raglan Public House 1851 Bacon St raglanpublichouse.com Best Margarita Bravos Experience a taste of Mexico! Bravo s features your favorite Mexican and seafood plus a full bar serving your favorite drinks. Check out the margarita menu and choose your favorite from a long list! Share a 5-shot, 44 oz. mega margarita with a friend or try one of over 3 premium te quilas from the newly expanded tequila bar. For a healthy alternative try the organic margarita with organic agave syrup, organic tequilla and fresh- squeezed limes! Or just kick back and enjoy your favorite cocktail with one of our famous lobster buckets. Savor one of the best happy hours at the beach! Bravos 51 Newport Ave. (619) Best Martini Tony s Bar Tony's, a 194s style cocktail lounge with a unique atmosphere and loaded with vintage photos of Ocean Beach, is the place to be in OB! Savor a classic cocktail or an award winning specialty martini while relaxing in one of the booths, listening to music, or playing a game of pool. Don't miss happy hour everyday from 5-7 pm. Big screen TV's and an outdoor patio make it an all-around great place to hang out. Tony s Bar 534 Newport Ave. (619) Best Mediterranean Ocean Beach Kabob Established in 213, Ocean Beach Kabob is a family-owned and operated restaurant that brings exquisite cuisine to Ocean Beach. All the dishes are homemade from the finest quality meats, vegetables and spices. OB Kabob uses the freshest ingredients in all of its dishes, as well as topquality beef, lamb and chicken. The shawarma is mouthwatering, delicious and a must-have. They use top cuts of beef and lamb, making its kabobs the most tender and juicy anywhere, and the chicken is made of white meat only). Simply delicious. Ocean Beach Kabob 4994 Newport Ave. (619) obkabob.com Best Mexican Ortega s Cocina If you love Mexican fare, you will absolutely love the made from scratch selection at Ortega s. From the chili rellenos, to lobster burritos and thirst quenching margarita s Ortega s is authentically Mexican in taste and flare! Ortega s Cocina 4888 Newport Ave (619) Best Mexican FastFood Nico s (see entry under Best Burrito) Most Romantic BO-beau kitchen + bar (see entry under Best Service) Best Ocean View (tie) Ocean Pub (see entry under Best Atmosphere) OB Brewery (see entry under Best Brewery) (619) phone orders appreciated 51 Newport Avenue,Suite A PITAYA Dragon Fruit Best Omelette (tie) Breakfast Republic (see entry under Best Breakfast) Old Townhouse (see entry under Best Breakfast) Best Organic OB People s Organic Food Market (see entry under Best Healthy Dining) Best Patio Dining (tie) OB Surf Lodge The location alone is enough to get you there, but OB Surf Lodge has more than fresh ocean air and wide open views of the Pacific. A delicious menu suited for brunch aficionados and those with more adventurous palates, our menu is prepared from scratch daily and driven on delivering the highest quality, local, sustainable products and ingredients cooked to order. The beverage options will be no different!

11 218 style café is a historical landmark in an inviting 1924 craftsman with tropical garden and relaxing patio. Enjoy breakfast and lunch made to order. Also try fresh smoothies, iced coffee, teas, and amazing kava drinks. HawaiVoltaire Beach House ian plates, sandwiches, salads, açaí & Enjoy new Americans eats in the loco bowls are favorites, and doggy dincoastal escape paradise otherwise ners are available. On your way to the known as Voltaire Beach House. Con- beach, stop in for a meal to-go. On the sulting Chef Abe Botello designed the way back, enjoy live music that fill their Voltaire Beach House menu to offer calendar. Caifornia-inspired eats for all San Te Mana Cafe Diegans to enjoy- with vegan, vege Voltaire St. tarian and gluten-free options dotting (619) the menu. Options range from your classic options, like burgers, sand- Best Salad wiches and salads, to more unique OB People s Organic offerings, such as fried oysters and Food Market shrimp, avocado toast and more. (see entry under Best Healthy Dining) Voltaire Beach House 4934 Voltaire St Best Sandwich (tie) (619) voltairebeachhouse.com Olive Tree Marketplace OB Surf Lodge 583 Santa Monica Ave. Ste 1F (619) obsurflodge.com (see entry under Best Deli) Best Oysters (see entry under Best Atmosphere) Most Pet Friendly OB Surf Lodge (see entry under Best Patio Dining) Best Pizza (tie) Newport Pizza (see entry under Best Beer Selection) As any true beer afficionado will tell you, the quality of a brew selection is every bit as important, if not more so, than the number of beers on offer. Fortunately for locals, the newest member of the family has both the quality and quantity to satisfy the most discerning beer pallet. The seven in-house craft brews run the gamut from a light No Surf Cream Ale to their hefty Cho-Saiko Double IPA and even a microbrew root beer made on the premiess. This doesn t count the dozens of other beers available Bacon St. (619) For five decades, Poma s Italian Delicatessen has wowed customers with its sandwiches. The homemade Italian-style bread and roast beef have drawn customers back since Poma s is also well known for homemade Italian specialties including pizza, lasagna and ravioli. Beer and wine is available to go, as well as catering on request. Visit Poma s, a local legend! Voted a Reader s Choice for Best Deli & Best Sandwich nine years in a row! Poma s 1846 Bacon St. (619) pomasdeli.com Best Place on a Budget Nico s (see entry under Best Burritos) Best Place to People Watch (see entry under Best Atmosphere) Best Sea Food South Beach Bar & Grille Best Trademark/ Specialty Drink Tony s (see entry under Best Martini) cheese, habanero BBQ and spicy volcano sauce...warning extremely hot! Come enjoy the weekday $12 Burger, Fries & Beer 11am-5pm or weekday Happy Hour: 3-7pm. No cover!!! 21+ Mother s Saloon 2228 Bacon St. (619) motherssaloon.com Sunshine Company (see entry under Best Bar) Best Sports Bar (tie) Mother s Saloon Best Steak Kaiserhof in Ocean Beach. Sapporo s prime location and great sushi make this a favorite for local sushi enthusiasts. You ll find traditional nigiri sushi like tuna, yellowtail and scallops, along with other specialty rolls like the Mexican roll, which consists of octopus and a spicy sauce at reasonable prices. Sapporo s Japanese Restaurant 549 Newport Ave. (619) ) (see entry under Best Appetizer) Mother's Saloon is located one block from the beach on Bacon. Speaking of (see entry under Best German) bacon... they smoke the bacon inhouse. Enjoy bacon wrapped shrimp, Best Sushi (tie) dates, jalapenos, hot dogs and the 1/2 lb burgers are to die for... bleu cheese Sapporo s bacon burger, yum! If you like spicy, Japanese Restaurant you need to try the mother f'er burg- Dim lights and Japanese decor proer with jalapenos topped with jack vide appeal to this intimate sushi spot Best Take-Out (tie) Little Chef (see entry under Best Chinese Food) Nico s (see entry under Best Burrito) Come check out our NEW POKE BOWLS 559 NEWPORT AVE. SAN DIEGO, CA Family Owned & Operated Since ITALIAN POMA S DELICATESSEN THANK YOU YOU O.B. O.B. & & PT. PT. LOMA LOMA THANK FOR VOTING VOTING US US BEST BEST CAFE CAFE FOR B E S T R E S TA U R A N T S AND A FAVORITE FOR BEST COFFEE HOUSE HOME OF THE ROAST BEEF plus great pizza! Thanks for voting us #1 Sandwich! And a favorite for Deli Now serving beer, wine and cockails. Stop by to find out why it's the locals' choice for the best organic coffee in town. Home to the natives, this island For the 9th time! and a favorite for Steak B E S T R E S TA U R A N T S Best Polynesian/ Hawaiian Te Mana Cafe Often imitated, never duplicated, Cafe Bella is proudly and gratefully been an OB staple for 11 years owned, operated and employed by Obecians. Whether it's a simple cup of joe, one of their famous fancy espresso drinks, a bite to eat or just stopping by for a dog treat and a quick hello - the Cafe Bella family will welcome you beyond measure for your business, loyalty and most of all friendship! Two locations. Cafe Bella 495 Newport Ave. (619) Voltaire St. (619) A Readers Choice for Best Sushi (see entry under Best Pizza) (see entry under Best Live Music) Cafe Bella Thank You Beacon readers for voting us Best Place for Birthday Party Best Place to Dance Winston s Best Latte (see entry under Best Fish Tacos) Poma s 11 NOVEMBER 22, 218 BEST DELI AND SANDWICH 1 YEARS IN A ROW Plus Party Trays of Lasagna, Mini Sandwiches, Pasta, Salad & More 1846 BACON ST., OCEAN BEACH (619) Year Anniversary ESPRESSO LATTES SMOOTHIES SANDWICHES WRAPS GELATO ACAI BOWLS Abbott St. & Santa Monica, 1959 Abbott Street, OB

12 12 NOVEMBER 22, Best Tasting Room Culture Brewing Co. It s a great time to be a beer lover. There are more quality beers to enjoy than ever, more new flavors and interpretations of styles, and more people dedicating their lives to the craft of brewing. Culture Brewing Co began with a long-time passion for beer. Culture s three owners, John Niedernhofer (Owner), Steve Ragan (Owner/Brew Master) and Dennis Williams (Owner) began brewing together long ago. From the earliest brainstorms about taking things to the next level, the goal was always to create more than just great beer. Culture Brewing Co Newport Ave culturebrewingco.com Best Thai Thai Time Bistro Thai Time Bistro is known for its fresh ingredients and reasonable prices, as well as its clean, sophisticated atmosphere. Food is always served hot, and the chefs don't resort to using canned veggies to speed up the cooking process. The menu is filled with appetizers, soups and entrees that meet restaurant patrons' high standards for traditional Thai dishes like curry, Tom Kha soup and Pad Thai. The spicy seafood soup is a delectable combination of green mussels, crab, calamari, shrimp, lemongrass, mushrooms and cilantro. Thai Time Bistro also has affordable lunch specials. Customers can get soup, salad and main course at a good price. Thai Time Bistro 183 Sunset Cliffs Blvd. (619) Best Vegetarian/Vegan (tie) Hugo s Cocina Hugo s Cocina offers delicious dining and takeout. Hugos Cocina is a cornerstone in the San Diego community and has been recognized for its outstanding vegan and vegetarian menu, excellent service and friendly staff. This neighborhood restaurant is well known for its modern interpretation of classic dishes and insistence on only using high fresh ingredients. Hugo s Cocina 183 Sunset Cliffs Blvd Suite H (619) hugoscocinasandiego.com O.B. Garden Cafe (see entry under Best New Restaurant) Best Vietnamese/Pho specializes in pho and run by the two sons of the owners of OB Donut. The pho comes highly recommended in two sizes. Enjoy a hearty broth and mix-ins, including sprouts, basil, lime and jalapeño. Choose from steak, ribeye, meatball or tripe. Also on the menu, you ll find broken rice, fried rice, some vermicelli dishes and a Korean barbecue rib plate. They have fried dumplings, spring rolls, egg rolls plus a good beer selection, with many imports from Asia, all at great prices. You ll also enjoy their sushi bar next door Cable St. (619) obnoodlehouse.com Best Wings (see entry under Best Pho) Best Beer Selection Newport Pizza & Ale House With a motto of No crap on tap!, Newport Pizza & Alehouse is a slice of heaven for beer and pizza afficionados. With 21 taps and at least 1 local and imported bottled beers, this is the place to settle in for some delicious pizza like the Ron Jeremy meatlovers, Clint Eastwood barbeque chicken or Big Kahuna Hawaiian specialties, among 27 others. Enjoy the ocean view and for those who want to bring Fido along while the master sips a cold one the venue has a dog-friendly patio. Hours of operation are Sundays through Thursdays from 11 a.m. to 12 a.m., Fridays and Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 1:3 a.m. Best Wine Bar 3rd Corner Wine Shop & Bistro (see entry under Best Brunch) Best Wine Selection 3rd Corner Wine Shop & Newport Pizza & Ale House 55 Newport Ave. (619) obpizzashop.com Bistro (see entry under Best Brunch) Best Wine Shop 3rd Corner Wine Shop & Bistro (see entry under Best Brunch) Best Yogurt Yogurt Farms This small frozen yogurt shop is great! Friendly staff will customize anything you want. Fruit toppings. You ll love that it is conveniently located right on Newport in OB! Yogurt Farms 4882 Newport Ave. (619) Thank You For Voting! Thank You for Voting Us Best Fish Tacos & Seafood and a favorite for best ocean view, oysters, and fish & chips 218 Great View from our Oceanfront Deck CHECK OUT OUR DAILY SPECIALS! HAPPY HOUR Mon-Fri 3-6pm ½ off all appetizers (excludes shrimp poppers) South Beach Bar & Grille 559 Newport Ave. Ocean Beach (619) WE ACCEPT