Goin' to San Diego!

terpkristin · 01-07-2005, 01:12 PM

Hello fellow-FOFC'ers.

I just booked my flight for a trip to San Diego, arriving on the night of the 25th and leaving the morning of the 29th.

However, I've never been there.
Of import is finding a place that will be showing ESPN, specifically, the Maryland-Duke game on 1/26. So, where's a bar that two recent Masters grads can go, hang out, get great beer, and watch what will either be a great game or a dismal travesty. Either way, we're not the richest people on the face of the Earth (yet), but we want to have a good time.

Taking all suggestions for things we have to do in SD, places we have to go, and of course, the bar we should hit to watch our game.

~tk

Vince · 01-07-2005, 01:13 PM

Well, that's about 4 hours south of me, so I can't help. If you manage to make it up to Santa Barbara however, I'll be happy to help you out

Franklinnoble · 01-07-2005, 01:40 PM

Sac-town here... sorry... no help.

heybrad · 01-07-2005, 01:41 PM

I'm about 2 hours north, but the Gas Lamp District has a ton of bars. One of them should have the game.

MacroGuru · 01-07-2005, 01:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by terpkristin

Hello fellow-FOFC'ers.

I just booked my flight for a trip to San Diego, arriving on the night of the 25th and leaving the morning of the 29th.

However, I've never been there.
Of import is finding a place that will be showing ESPN, specifically, the Maryland-Duke game on 1/26. So, where's a bar that two recent Masters grads can go, hang out, get great beer, and watch what will either be a great game or a dismal travesty. Either way, we're not the richest people on the face of the Earth (yet), but we want to have a good time.

Taking all suggestions for things we have to do in SD, places we have to go, and of course, the bar we should hit to watch our game.

~tk

I loved going to Yogi's when I was down there. It's by SDSU....

Other than that...not a lot I can tell you about.

sportsfan13 · 01-07-2005, 02:02 PM

Clevbrownsfan used to live in San Diego. He could probably help you out with some great places to hit up....

Radii · 01-07-2005, 02:04 PM

unrelated, but I wouldn't watch ESPN from noon to 2pm tomorrow terpkristin. UNC is going to make them look bad.

damnMikeBrown · 01-07-2005, 02:19 PM

She's goin back to Cali, to Cali, to Cali
She's goin back to Cali
I don't think so.
Her bikini, small
Heels, tall
She said she liked the ocean
We went to the beach
She gave me a peach

AnalBumCover · 01-07-2005, 04:26 PM

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Originally Posted by heybrad

I'm about 2 hours north, but the Gas Lamp District has a ton of bars. One of them should have the game.

I second the GasLamp Quarter. There are plenty of bars. Some cozy, and some larger.

JediKooter · 01-07-2005, 04:43 PM

terpkristin,

I live here in San Diego and there is a place (actualy I think 3 different ones) called Trophys. Good food, good beer, decent prices (my opinion on all 3) and they have several tvs all through the place. Ask one of the waiters or waitresses and they will change the channel for you to the game you want. There's also Seau's as well, food isnt bad, beer isnt bad and the prices about the same as Trophys. There's Mcgregors Grill & Ale house by the stadium and Sport City Cafe & Brewery in La Jolla. Seau's and Trophys are off interstate 8 and McGregors you have to take interestate 8 to get to it, well, depending on where you are staying. Sport City Cafe & brewery is in La Jolla off of interestate 5. The only one that would be a pain to find would be McGregors and I'm not sure how many tvs they have there. I've met some Padres there and also saw Sean Salisbury come in and offered him a beer, he declined the beer but sat down with us for about 20 minutes and talked football with him. Very nice guy. Anyway, those are the places that I can think of, there are some places in the downtown area, just dont know the availablity of tvs though.

Hope that helps

MrBug708 · 01-07-2005, 04:47 PM

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Originally Posted by heybrad

I'm about 2 hours north, but the Gas Lamp District has a ton of bars. One of them should have the game.

What he said. The view, from this side at least, is great. San Deigo has beautiful people.

AnalBumCover · 01-07-2005, 05:02 PM

I'm afraid to ask... but what exactly IS a JediKooter?

heybrad · 01-07-2005, 05:06 PM

If you end up at Trophy's be sure to ask to talk to Lee "Hacksaw" Hamilton, because HE WANTS TO TALK SPORTS WITH YOU!

Only Socal folks should get that.

MrBug708 · 01-07-2005, 05:54 PM

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Originally Posted by heybrad

If you end up at Trophy's be sure to ask to talk to Lee "Hacksaw" Hamilton, because HE WANTS TO TALK SPORTS WITH YOU!

Only Socal folks should get that.

*snicker*

MrBug708 · 01-07-2005, 05:54 PM

FEELING YOU!

JediKooter · 01-07-2005, 06:10 PM

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Originally Posted by AnalBumCover

I'm afraid to ask... but what exactly IS a JediKooter?

Long story short...............Think Star Wars and the Dukes of Hazard.

Bubba Wheels · 01-07-2005, 09:04 PM

All I know about San Diego. The optimal temperature for a human being is 72 degrees, which is the same temp San Diego has year round. Also have a pretty good zoo, from what I hear. And as bad as the football team has been, this year Lions fans would give Matt Millen's left, er, wristband to be in the Charger's position this year.

hukarez · 01-07-2005, 09:35 PM

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Originally Posted by JediKooter

There's Mcgregors Grill & Ale house by the stadium and Sport City Cafe & Brewery in La Jolla.

McGregor's. Good stuff.

EDIT: If you're going to the Gaslamp Quarter - don't drive. The traffic and congestion isn't worth the hassle. If you don't mind wandering about on foot (thing to do, really), park somewhere near Harbor Drive and check out the places - or take the trolley. Horton Plaza's your typical mall right in Downtown, haven't been there in ages though I think they've got some decent storse. I'd probably hit up any of the bars you'll find along the way.

finkenst · 01-07-2005, 10:06 PM

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Originally Posted by hukarez

McGregor's. Good stuff.

EDIT: If you're going to the Gaslamp Quarter - don't drive. The traffic and congestion isn't worth the hassle. If you don't mind wandering about on foot (thing to do, really), park somewhere near Harbor Drive and check out the places - or take the trolley. Horton Plaza's your typical mall right in Downtown, haven't been there in ages though I think they've got some decent storse. I'd probably hit up any of the bars you'll find along the way.

you obviously didn't see terpkristin's list of ankle surgeries in the other thread.

Poli · 01-07-2005, 11:54 PM

Have fun, TK. I liked McGregor's when I was there, too. Be sure to look for my old ship, USS Nimitz. I don't know if it will be inport, though.

Franklinnoble · 01-08-2005, 01:21 AM

Chicks dig Navy towns. I hate taking my wife to San Francisco when there's a ship in port.

I think I'm gonna hafta get me one of those white "Officer and a Gentlemen" uniforms.

CHEMICAL SOLDIER · 01-08-2005, 01:26 AM

Check out all the seaside spots like Sea World, and also old town SD. Oh and visit Occeanside. Its a nice resort town north of San Diego.

Suicane75 · 01-08-2005, 01:30 AM

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Originally Posted by Franklinnoble

Chicks dig Navy towns. I hate taking my wife to San Francisco when there's a ship in port.

I think I'm gonna hafta get me one of those white "Officer and a Gentlemen" uniforms.

Hey man, pics pls.

Runtheball · 01-08-2005, 02:55 AM

I don't know if Oceanside would be in my list of top 1000 things to see and do in San Diego, but Point Loma and Harbor Island would be at the top. You'll get an awesome view of downtown and bring home lots of great pics.

There's also a little place called "Dream Girls", but I don't think they'll let you take pics there.

Chief Rum · 01-08-2005, 03:12 AM

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Originally Posted by Runtheball

I don't know if Oceanside would be in my list of top 1000 things to see and do in San Diego, but Point Loma and Harbor Island would be at the top. You'll get an awesome view of downtown and bring home lots of great pics.

There's also a little place called "Dream Girls", but I don't think they'll let you take pics there.

Heh...I don't think Runtheball knows terpkristin's "secret".

I think I have been to Dream Girls. Not bad. Definitely won't let you take pictures there.

CR

hukarez · 01-08-2005, 03:20 AM

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Originally Posted by finkenst

you obviously didn't see terpkristin's list of ankle surgeries in the other thread.

Nope! Sure didn't.

Antmeister · 01-08-2005, 04:33 AM

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Originally Posted by heybrad

If you end up at Trophy's be sure to ask to talk to Lee "Hacksaw" Hamilton, because HE WANTS TO TALK SPORTS WITH YOU!

Only Socal folks should get that.

...up and down the West Coast, from Baja to the Canadian Rockies....

He should still be voice of the Chargers. He may not have a face for TV, but he does have the perfect voice for the radio.

Antmeister · 01-08-2005, 04:38 AM

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Originally Posted by JediKooter

terpkristin,

I live here in San Diego and there is a place (actualy I think 3 different ones) called Trophys. Good food, good beer, decent prices (my opinion on all 3) and they have several tvs all through the place. Ask one of the waiters or waitresses and they will change the channel for you to the game you want. There's also Seau's as well, food isnt bad, beer isnt bad and the prices about the same as Trophys. There's Mcgregors Grill & Ale house by the stadium and Sport City Cafe & Brewery in La Jolla. Seau's and Trophys are off interstate 8 and McGregors you have to take interestate 8 to get to it, well, depending on where you are staying. Sport City Cafe & brewery is in La Jolla off of interestate 5. The only one that would be a pain to find would be McGregors and I'm not sure how many tvs they have there. I've met some Padres there and also saw Sean Salisbury come in and offered him a beer, he declined the beer but sat down with us for about 20 minutes and talked football with him. Very nice guy. Anyway, those are the places that I can think of, there are some places in the downtown area, just dont know the availablity of tvs though.

Hope that helps

By the way, I second Trophy's. It is a great place to take the entire family if you have one. Unique place, good eye candy. You could also try Hooters if you are single or if you're girl doesn't mind that type of thing. Lots and lots of eye candy, plenty of televisions. However you would have to get there early because the place will be packed. I somewhat miss San Diego. However I don't miss the traffic and outrageous real estate rates. But the weather is mighty fine. Go Chargers!!!

terpkristin · 01-08-2005, 10:18 AM

Thanks so far for the suggestions,and keep 'em coming.

I'm not a type of girl who minds Hooters, but I'd much rather experience the local stuff than go to a national chain.

~tk

hukarez · 01-08-2005, 12:48 PM

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Originally Posted by terpkristin

Thanks so far for the suggestions,and keep 'em coming.

I'm not a type of girl who minds Hooters, but I'd much rather experience the local stuff than go to a national chain.

~tk

If you're looking for a few good coffeehouses that aren't StarBucks, you'd probably want to try 'The Living Room' by SDSU. There's a couple of other good ones, like the Kensington Coffeehouse in the classier area of North Park, as well as Extraordinary Desserts off of University (outdoor heating, big plus since it's been a bit in the low 50s, high 40s at night here). They have some other places around in SD, but by SDSU is also Rogelio if you're in the mood for good Carne Asada Fries. Or, if you're in the mood for Chinese food, the best Chinese food in the area would be at Coronado, the "Mandarin Cafe". Family operated, very good food. You'll find other places on the strip in Coronado also, plus the white sand beaches are right next door to the restaurant.

Radii · 01-08-2005, 12:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Radii

unrelated, but I wouldn't watch ESPN from noon to 2pm tomorrow terpkristin. UNC is going to make them look bad.

Teehee. I'd say I'm sorry, but I'd be lying

Lorena · 01-08-2005, 01:07 PM

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Originally Posted by heybrad

If you end up at Trophy's be sure to ask to talk to Lee "Hacksaw" Hamilton, because HE WANTS TO TALK SPORTS WITH YOU!

Only Socal folks should get that.

ROFL!! OMG, that just brought back some lovely memories... TEMECULA! OCEANSIDE! ENCINITAS! CARLSBAD! I WANNA TALK SPORTS WITH YOU! I love Hacksaw. And believe it or not, I actually miss him

Remember his racist comments?

Antmeister · 01-08-2005, 01:11 PM

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Originally Posted by Dodgerchick

Remember his racist comments?

To follow that up, remember when they used to advertise someone's response to his racist comments on the show to make fun of him. Brilliant advertising.

Lorena · 01-08-2005, 01:15 PM

OH, by the way, here's a few links:

Bars
Sign On San Diego

Good luck, I loved my stay in San Diego, but I agree with everything Antmeister said. Have fun!!

Lorena

Lorena · 01-08-2005, 01:22 PM

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Originally Posted by Antmeister71

To follow that up, remember when they used to advertise someone's response to his racist comments on the show to make fun of him. Brilliant advertising.

Best 15 minutes of sports!! Half of his info was incorrect anyway. Gimme the Werndl Wire over those "Best 15 Minutes" anyday!!

Hey Kristin, make sure you listen to this brilliant man on XTRA Sports 690/1110:

Hacksaw 3-7pm Pacific. He loves the ladies

He might even have the special ladies line.

Oh yeah, best Chargers announcer BAR NONE!!

01-07-2005, 01:13 PM	#2
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01-07-2005, 04:43 PM	#10
JediKooter Coordinator Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: San Diego via Sausalito via San Jose via San Diego	terpkristin, I live here in San Diego and there is a place (actualy I think 3 different ones) called Trophys. Good food, good beer, decent prices (my opinion on all 3) and they have several tvs all through the place. Ask one of the waiters or waitresses and they will change the channel for you to the game you want. There's also Seau's as well, food isnt bad, beer isnt bad and the prices about the same as Trophys. There's Mcgregors Grill & Ale house by the stadium and Sport City Cafe & Brewery in La Jolla. Seau's and Trophys are off interstate 8 and McGregors you have to take interestate 8 to get to it, well, depending on where you are staying. Sport City Cafe & brewery is in La Jolla off of interestate 5. The only one that would be a pain to find would be McGregors and I'm not sure how many tvs they have there. I've met some Padres there and also saw Sean Salisbury come in and offered him a beer, he declined the beer but sat down with us for about 20 minutes and talked football with him. Very nice guy. Anyway, those are the places that I can think of, there are some places in the downtown area, just dont know the availablity of tvs though. Hope that helps __________________ I'm no longer a Chargers fan, they are dead to me Coming this summer to a movie theater near you: The Adventures of Jedikooter: Part 4

01-07-2005, 05:02 PM	#12
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01-07-2005, 11:54 PM	#20
Poli FOFC Survivor Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Wentzville, MO	Have fun, TK. I liked McGregor's when I was there, too. Be sure to look for my old ship, USS Nimitz. I don't know if it will be inport, though. __________________ Cheer for a walk on quarterback! Ardent leads the Vols in the dynasty forum.

01-08-2005, 01:26 AM	#22
CHEMICAL SOLDIER College Starter Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Henderson, Nevada	Check out all the seaside spots like Sea World, and also old town SD. Oh and visit Occeanside. Its a nice resort town north of San Diego. __________________ Toujour Pret

01-07-2005, 01:40 PM	#3
Franklinnoble Banned Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Placerville, CA	Sac-town here... sorry... no help.

01-07-2005, 01:41 PM	#4
heybrad Norm!!! Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: Manassas, VA	I'm about 2 hours north, but the Gas Lamp District has a ton of bars. One of them should have the game.

01-07-2005, 02:02 PM	#6
sportsfan13 H.S. Freshman Team Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Cleveland	Clevbrownsfan used to live in San Diego. He could probably help you out with some great places to hit up....

01-07-2005, 02:04 PM	#7
Radii Head Coach Join Date: Jul 2001	unrelated, but I wouldn't watch ESPN from noon to 2pm tomorrow terpkristin. UNC is going to make them look bad.

01-07-2005, 02:19 PM	#8
damnMikeBrown College Benchwarmer Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Cincinnati, OH	She's goin back to Cali, to Cali, to Cali She's goin back to Cali I don't think so. Her bikini, small Heels, tall She said she liked the ocean We went to the beach She gave me a peach

01-07-2005, 05:06 PM	#13
heybrad Norm!!! Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: Manassas, VA	If you end up at Trophy's be sure to ask to talk to Lee "Hacksaw" Hamilton, because HE WANTS TO TALK SPORTS WITH YOU! Only Socal folks should get that.

01-07-2005, 05:54 PM	#15
MrBug708 Head Coach Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Whittier	FEELING YOU!

01-07-2005, 09:04 PM	#17
Bubba Wheels College Starter Join Date: Jan 2004	All I know about San Diego. The optimal temperature for a human being is 72 degrees, which is the same temp San Diego has year round. Also have a pretty good zoo, from what I hear. And as bad as the football team has been, this year Lions fans would give Matt Millen's left, er, wristband to be in the Charger's position this year.

01-08-2005, 01:21 AM	#21
Franklinnoble Banned Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Placerville, CA	Chicks dig Navy towns. I hate taking my wife to San Francisco when there's a ship in port. I think I'm gonna hafta get me one of those white "Officer and a Gentlemen" uniforms.

01-08-2005, 02:55 AM	#24
Runtheball High School JV Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: outside of Atlanta, GA	I don't know if Oceanside would be in my list of top 1000 things to see and do in San Diego, but Point Loma and Harbor Island would be at the top. You'll get an awesome view of downtown and bring home lots of great pics. There's also a little place called "Dream Girls", but I don't think they'll let you take pics there. __________________ Beware the beast "Man", for he is the Devil's pawn. Alone among God's primates he kills for sport, or lust, or greed. Yea, he will murder his brother to possess his brother's land. Let him not breed in great numbers, for he will make a desert of his home and yours. Shun him, for he is the harbinger of death. -- The Lawgiver

01-08-2005, 10:18 AM	#29
terpkristin Grizzled Veteran Join Date: May 2003 Location: Ashburn, VA	Thanks so far for the suggestions,and keep 'em coming. I'm not a type of girl who minds Hooters, but I'd much rather experience the local stuff than go to a national chain. ~tk __________________ GO TERPS! https://www.flickr.com/photos/terpkristin https://twitter.com/terpkristin

01-08-2005, 01:15 PM	#34
Lorena Unregistered Join Date: May 2004	OH, by the way, here's a few links: Bars Sign On San Diego Good luck, I loved my stay in San Diego, but I agree with everything Antmeister said. Have fun!! Lorena

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