San Diego, CA, USA

I've been living in San Diego for over 4 years and I'm an avid explorer and traveler. I know the costal cities and hotspots (as far North as Encinitas and as far south as Coronado). If you looking for recommendations outside of the city, I frequently visit areas like Temecula, Julian, Joshua Tree, Palm Springs and more. If you want to mix in some international travel, I have experience curating itineraries and experiences across the boarder to towns like Tijuana and Valle de Guadalupe, MX (Mexican wine-country).  I've got you covered. 

Describe your ideal trip, number of days, and intended level of activity so I can help shape an itinerary that matches your needs. Are you a foodie? Looking for high-paced outdoor activities or more of a relaxing beach-bum? Interested in the nightlife or an early riser?  

Madison Smith

Your guide to exploring the best dining throughout Little Italy... a must-visit neighborhood located in San Diego, near downtown and the harbor.

This is your go-to guide for food, beverages, and dining while visiting San Diego's Little Italy Neighborhood. 

Each category highlights local spots, with my personal highlights, and my top picks within each category.

Categories include: 
1. Cafes, Bakeries, Juiceries
2. Brunch Spots
3. Casual Dining
4. Food and Drinks with a View
5. Date Night Dinner Spots
6. Late Night Drinks

Little Italy, San Diego, CA, USA

Eat Your Heart out in Little Italy, San Diego 

I've been living in San Diego for over 4 years and stay involved in all of the local dining, nightlife, attractions and season-specific events this area has to offer. I'd love to help you maximize your time spent in America's finest city and avoid hours of wasted research by curating a personalized list of recommendations for your trip. Whether you need hotel recommendations, picking the perfect beaches, eating at the local hotspots, or explore the many neighborhoods of San Diego and La Jolla, I'm here to help. 

I focus on areas/cities closer to the coast (compared to more inland) and can provide recommendations from areas as far North as Encinitas, Del Mar, La Jolla, through to Pacific Beach, North Park, Hillcrest, Little Italy, Gaslamp, and even Coronado Island. 

What types of recommendations are you looking for? i.e., lodging, dining, night-life, local activities, outdoor hikes, etc. 

How many days do you plan to stay in the San Diego area?

Dining preferences (e.g., casual, fancy, trendy, local finds)

If you already know where you are staying, what area of town will you be in?

Which best describes the pace of your vacation?
1. I'd like to spend my day recharging and relaxing by the pool, at the beach or sipping on some cocktails at a local bar, and and finish with a nice dinner nearby my hotel. (2,000-5,000 steps) 
2. I want to explore neighborhoods on foot or e-bike, willing to drive and walk to multiple areas of town, and interested in packing my day with sight-seeing and getting to know San Diego hotspots with some downtime in-between activities. (5,000-10,000 steps)
3. Adventure and the outdoors is calling my name, whether it be a hike down to the beach, a vigorous bike ride, or parasailing off the hillside I'm looking for an outdoor adventure. (10,000+ steps)