Dine With Shamu SeaWorld San Diego SeaWorld Drive San Diego, California 92109 800-257-4268
The absolute highlight of my daughter’s trip to San Diego was an up-close, poolside lunch with Shamu. Enjoy a delicious buffet while learning all about Shamu. Be sure to reserve your table early—they fill up quickly.
Rock Bottom Restaurant 8980 Villa La Jolla Drive La Jolla, California 92037 858-450-9277
This was our first stop after a long flight and the food was amazing! We were traveling to Carlsbad on Highway 101 and found this restaurant on the route. Lots of delicious menu options for the kids!
There are great selections for your whole family in this buffet style restaurant. With healthy options to choose from as well as ways to splurge, including a sundae breakfast bar! Your kids will also have an opportunity to meet LegoLand characters while enjoying their meal.
Bistro West 4960 Avenida Encinas Carlsbad, California 92008 760-930-8008
This was such a great break from the food at LegoLand and also a nice opportunity to step off the campus. Wonderful fresh ingredients and great menu options for both parents and kids.
Cheesecake Factory The Headquarters at Seaport District 789 W. Harbor Drive San Diego, California 92101 619-231-0036
Located just across the street for the Manchester Grand Hyatt this was both an easy and a delicious option for us.
Pool Bar & Grill (Seasonal) Manchester Grand Hyatt – 4thFloor 1 Market Place San Diego, California 92101 619-232-1234
When you are having a great time at the pool, they offer a great menu selection to enjoy poolside including a full kids menu.
Redfields Sports Bar Manchester Grand Hyatt 1 Market Place San Diego, California 92101 619-232-1234
This restaurant's menu was perfect for a quick and delicious burger or sandwich and, if your kids enjoy sports, they can catch their favorite game on TV while eating.
When taking a stroll through Seaport Village, be sure to stop by the Candy Shack and Yogurt shop. You can find frozen yogurt, seventeen flavors of saltwater taffy, homemade chocolates, hand-dipped caramel apples, novelty candy, jelly beans, nuts and so much more. The kids will love it!
Basic East Village 410 10th Avenue (on the corner of 10th Avenue and J Street) San Diego, California 92101 619-531-8869 This restaurant had great pizza and menu with a neighborhood feel!