Question for the locals
Greetings baseball fans -
Despite the Braves hat I'm wearing in my user pic, I do not post here to troll, instigate, and/or pick fights. As a baseball fan, I come to seek ideas, and pick the brains of the locals.
On my ongoing quest to tackle every Major League Ballpark in America, I am making the trip out to San Diego later this month (During the series against the Nationals) to see Petco Park. I can google San Diego, look around on craigslist, and seek out generic things to do from the internet, but I think that I can get some better ideas of things to do from like-minded baseball/sports aficionados.
So that being said, what's there to do in San Diego? Novelty/giant foods, cool places to see, best areas to see the Pacific, etc?
Any and all constructive suggestions would be greatly appreciated. I can't wait to see your beautiful park, and I sure as hope that Maddux is pitching when I go.
This FanPost was written by a member of the Gaslamp Ball community and does not necessarily reflect the views of the Gaslamp Ball managers or SB Nation.
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keep your head down
oh, and don’t look anyone in the eye. Padres fans can be craaaaazy. Just kidding! We love hugs…lots of hugs.
Bring back Balboa Stadium.
by calipatrick on
May 11, 2008 5:09 PM PDT
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what kind of stuff are you into?
And how long will you be in town? I’ll put together the perfect set of places to hit.
by Dex on
May 11, 2008 5:32 PM PDT
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Just a short trip
A very short trip, to be exact. Coming into town Tuesday, after seeing Angel Stadium on Monday, and leaving Wednesday to head into the desert. I know the time constraints are limited, but I’m more or less looking for good restaurants (I love novelty foods), and maybe something interesting to kill a few hours in between arriving in San Diego, to when the night game starts, and perhaps a thing or two to consider Wednesday morning before I drive off.
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by royhobbs on
May 11, 2008 6:52 PM PDT
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Another question....
I haven’t purchased my tickets for the Tuesday Nationals/Padres game. Does Petco sell out, or does it bode me well to pre-purchase my ticket online? Does Petco have a lot of scalpers / resellers available outside the park?
My general assumption, was that nobody cares about the Nationals, and that it would be an easy game to get into… y’all should see how well they’re received when they come to Atlanta…
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by royhobbs on
May 11, 2008 6:54 PM PDT
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You're correct in your assumption
I can’t imagine a Tuesday night game ever selling out, much less for the Nationals.
by Dex on
May 11, 2008 7:24 PM PDT
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So do you folks have scalpers?
Especially for a game like against the Nationals, I’d hate to pay normal rates when I can haggle it out with a scalper for a better seat(s).
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by royhobbs on
May 12, 2008 7:36 AM PDT
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Gaslamp
Can’t go wrong at the Gaslamp. Lots of clubs, bars, restaurants, although I’m failing to think of anything “novelty” at the moment, aside from the Kansas City BBQ (where the “Great Balls of Fire” scene was filmed in Top Gun). Also, other touristy-type stuff can be acquired at Seaport Village, along with good views of the bay. This stuff is all around walking distance in downtown SD.
Good view of the ocean? If you have time, take the 101 south starting from Carlsbad on through Del Mar. If you are the one driving, stop and get out, you will want to look for awhile. :)
You can get a little flavor of Vista near the Greyhound station in downtown SD by the 99c chinese food place, and on the other side of the ballpark near the shelter. Again, keep your doors locked and avoid eye contact.
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by Axion on
May 11, 2008 8:27 PM PDT
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I love Cabrillo National Monument in Pt Loma for views
The Gaslamp doesn’t have a must-eat-at place, but there are tons of places to go for good food and good drinks. Although, I would say that pre-game Tin Fish is a good spot for seafood, some outdoorsy goodness and usually a live singer/guitarist serenading with Karoke classics. I’m not much into the after game scenes but that bar at the top of the Marriott next to the stadium looks like a sweet spot to down a few.
I watched all 23 innings and all I got was this lousy signature.
by Wonko on
May 11, 2008 8:38 PM PDT
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Balboa Park
It’s a beautiful park, and you don’t have to pay entrance to any of the museums if you don’t have much cash. Just walk around, and it’s close to Petco Park. It is the 2nd largest inner-city park in the US, second to Central Park in NYC.
Cabrillo National Monument is also amazing, but I agree with the other posters. Since you are only here a day or two, stick to Gaslamp.
But I think you oughta try a burrito from one of the hundreds of burrito shacks in town, like from a Roberto’s, Alberto’s, Adalberto’s Tacoberto’s, etc. Anyone with the -berto’s at the end will do. Try a California Burrito, a San Diego invention.
http://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=california+burrito
Or go to Rubio’s Fish Tacos and try a fish taco, another SoCal delicacy. Yummy!
And along the road from Anaheim to San Diego, look out for an In n Out Burgers sign from the freeway. Once you spot one, immediately exit, go to the drive-thru and taste the most delicious burger you will ever have. Their menu is small, but they have a secret menu not listed. Here is some secret menu items you can try to order:
http://www.badmouth.net/in-n-outs-secret-menu/
And try an Arrogant Bastard Ale, a local brew…
San Diegans are mostly friendly and approachable. It has to do with living in the sun. I’ve been stuck in Sweden now for 3 years, and you can tell how much weather affects people’s mood. I’m getting homesick just writing this post.
And I know we get a lot of heat for being fair-weather fans, but a lot of us know our baseball and stick by our Padres no matter what…
Fy fan! (That means damn in Swedish).
by Pad Fan in Sweden on
May 12, 2008 4:16 AM PDT
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Arrogant Bastard Ale...
...I must try this, just on the name alone. If it comes in bottles, I can give myself a cheesy homemade souvenir of bottle of Arrogant Bastard full of sand from the west coast, along with my souvenir baseball I pick up from every park I visit.
As for In-n-Outs, I’m quite aware of their deliciousness – there’s one in Las Vegas I go to whenever I’m out there, and it’s only a matter of time before I get the nerve and get my friends together to challenge something like a 25×25.
If you think you guys get lumped for being fair-weathered, you should see how Atlantans are treated. Because of the TBS nationally televised Braves games throughout the last few decades, it seems like there’s fake Braves fans everywhere… we have a park that seats 55,000, but can’t sell out, even when the Red Sox come to town.
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by royhobbs on
May 12, 2008 7:47 AM PDT
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There's also Double Bastard
But, that’s for nap time.
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by Axion on
May 12, 2008 8:27 AM PDT
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Coming down I-5
You mentioned wanting to see the Pacific and you’ll have ample opportunities to do so coming down the highway – but the Torrey Pines State Beach/Del Mar area is a really nice spot to get out and walk on the beach.
by Winfield's Ghost on
May 12, 2008 7:42 AM PDT
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First impressions
You guys are awesome. I really appreciate the feedback y’all have provided for me.
I posted the exact same questions in Dodgers and Angels forums, since I am hitting up those two parks prior to Petco, and Dodgers fans have given me zero help, and the Angels blog won’t even let me post my question until tomorrow. On first impressions, I most certainly like Padres fans out of all the California teams. Only thing that would make it better is if I could see Maddux pitching when I go.
I’m getting an idea of things I’d like to do based on your suggestions – if anybody’s got more, keep ‘em coming! I really appreciate the help!
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by royhobbs on
May 12, 2008 7:48 AM PDT
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If you want to make it a sports/baseball trip
I think you could exit the I-5 a little early and drive past the Del Mar racetrack where Seabiscuit had his famous head-to-head race with Ligaroti. That’s the one War Admiral chickened out on. From there, you could actually continue down and through to see the beach and past the Torrey Pines golf course.
You might also consider taking a quick trip east on the 8 to see San Diego State University, where Tony Gwynn played and now coaches and then jump off the freeway again and take some surface streets to visit Hoover High School, where Ted Williams, the Splendid Splinter, and Ted Giannoulas, the Famous Chicken, went to high school. Two of the more famous baseball Teds from San Diego.
While on that same street, you could stop at El Asadero for an authentic carne asada burrito, which is another San Diego favorite.
by Dex on
May 12, 2008 8:39 AM PDT
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dex has a good suggestion...
...but I’d rather recommend Balboa Park, then Seaport Village, then walk over to Petco from there, stopping by somewhere in the Gaslamp for a brew before and after the game. He just doesn’t have the time to venture out to SDSU or Del Mar, Cabrillo or Torrey Pines, or any of the beaches.
So that would be my suggestion, and then find a Rubio’s or a burrito place for a carne asada or California burrito. You really oughta stay an extra day or two in SD, so much to see and do. But this would be my quick suggestion for a day.
You can find an Arrogant Bastard or any of the Stone beers at most liquor stores or grocery stores nowadays. Strong stuff though. I tried to have my friend bring a six pack of Stone with him when he came to visit me here, but it didn’t clear customs…
Fy fan! (That means damn in Swedish).
by Pad Fan in Sweden on
May 12, 2008 9:16 AM PDT
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Since you're not in town long
I’d stick to the downtown area. Hit Rubios for your fish tacos at the Ballpark and get some other good Mexican food outside the ballpark. For beaches, just cross over the Coronado bridge that is visible from the ballpark. Coronado beach was voted the best beach in the US several years back by the Travel Channel. Check out the Hotel Del Coronado for a Historic Landmark.
Check out Balboa Park and it’s museums and the San Diego Hall of Champions. Inside Balboa Park is the World Famous San Diego Zoo.
All of that stuff is within 5 miles.
by jbox on
May 12, 2008 9:40 AM PDT
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What about Tijuana?
I’ve heard that the border’s only like 30 min from the city. Anything worth checking out prior to enjoying what your fair city has to offer?
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by royhobbs on
May 12, 2008 9:42 AM PDT
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So, so much.
I’m just gonna close my eyes and reflect for a while. Just forget I’m here.
by Dalton on
May 12, 2008 9:54 AM PDT
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You enjoy
having to bribe police officers for trumped up violations, right?
by Dalton on
May 12, 2008 10:12 AM PDT
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I'm getting the impression
That this is a bad idea. Anyone else?
It’s not necessary, but I’m interested, because I’ve never been before…
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by royhobbs on
May 12, 2008 10:25 AM PDT
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Don't settle for the Donkey Show
see the Zebra show where they paint the Donkey to look like a zebra… now that’s a show.
by jbox on
May 12, 2008 10:40 AM PDT
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Tijuana bans tinted windows.
Yeah, I steer clear of countries without a space program.
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by Axion on
May 12, 2008 11:05 AM PDT
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Very soon, we'll all be able to appreciate Mexico properly
by Dex on
May 12, 2008 11:19 AM PDT
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Haha, I checked it before I posted it.
I’ve got to keep tabs on that Mexican Govt… they’re crafty. By the time they get it started, I’ll think of another excuse. :)
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by Axion on
May 12, 2008 12:44 PM PDT
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Don't even get me started on the space program.
(Though, yeah, I have to admit, that is somewhat of a good litmus test for countries to visit.)
by Winfield's Ghost on
May 12, 2008 11:22 AM PDT
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Tijuana would be a trip in itself
Your time would be better spent actually hanging out at one of the beaches for an hour or two.
by Dex on
May 12, 2008 10:43 AM PDT
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Can you follow up with us after your trip
to let us know who had the best ideas. Just so we can gloat.
by jbox on
May 12, 2008 9:56 AM PDT
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Start gloating
See how helpful the Dodgers fans have been already… Don’t laugh at the verbatim words. I wrote to you guys first.
And I’m not “allowed” to post to the Angels’ site yet.
Cheers, San Diego.
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by royhobbs on
May 12, 2008 10:05 AM PDT
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I love that
their first rule is:
Do not make Andruw Jones is fat jokes. Really, it’s already played out.
It’s not a joke, guys.
by Dalton on
May 12, 2008 10:11 AM PDT
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I hate to agree. I really do.
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by royhobbs on
May 12, 2008 10:26 AM PDT
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Yeah, he’s fat, I know, but combining Andruw Jones and the buffet in new and inventive ways was funny for about three seconds.
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by Andrew on
May 12, 2008 7:29 PM PDT
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We could give tips for LA also
For example… The french dip sandwich was invented in Los Angeles and is close to Dodger Stadium. Here’s a map
by Dex on
May 12, 2008 10:52 AM PDT
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Phillipe's
Here’s another link: http://www.philippes.com/
by Dex on
May 12, 2008 10:53 AM PDT
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TJ is not as scary as you might think
but I’m Mexican-American, so I know the language and my way around. TJ can be awesome if you do it right. But man…you just don’t have the time!
Fy fan! (That means damn in Swedish).
by Pad Fan in Sweden on
May 12, 2008 11:25 AM PDT
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You're right
Time is extremely sparse in my case, but I’m ambitious. And if there’s one thing I’ve learned from traveling, is that if you leave, thinking that there are things missed out on, it’s a successful trip. Because if you accomplish absolutely everything you wanted to do while in a place, you didn’t set the bar high enough.
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by royhobbs on
May 12, 2008 11:31 AM PDT
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Get the fish tacos at Rubio's...
and definitely take the scenic route along the west side of point loma.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on
May 12, 2008 3:47 PM PDT
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I like you guys.
I find your group chatter amusing, and I appreciate all the help and suggestions you’ve given me. I definitely look forward to the San Diego leg of my park travels, and I’d say that I’d buy some of you an overpriced beer at Petco if you were there, but that would involve all sorts of complicated ways of trying to seek a person out. Just realize that I’d offer if I knew you in person.
So pretty much, I’m thinking the following, based on all your kind suggestions.
-Fish tacos from Rubios.
-No Tijuana
-Any, preferrably seedy, *-berto’s restaurant for a burrito (I heart burritos.)
-Arrogant Bastard Ale
-The Harbor and Balboa Park (I’m staying near the airport/harbor)
-The Gaslamp definitely sounds interesting.
-and NO VISTA.
-and of course, baseball. Go Greg Maddux.
Additional Questions:
1. Torrey Pines/Del Mar vs. Coronado Beach – I know my time is sparse, but there is no way I’m going to California and not spending some time at a beach. I’m leaning towards Torrey Pines, based on your suggestions, but I thought I’d ask which is better head-to-head?
2. Nobody seemed to answer this question – does Petco have a typical array of scalpers outside? I’d rather deal with them and get a cheap ticket in a better area than pay box office…
Just a suggestion, you folks have given me a lot of great information – I’m not trying to critique your blog, but perhaps consider making a link off the main site for visitors like myself? Perhaps this information could be useful to other travelers aside from just myself. We in Atlanta have done such, and despite the fact that Atlanta doesn’t have a third of the cool things San Diego seems to have, a couple of us came together and found some decent things about our own city to recommend to the visitors.
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by royhobbs on
May 12, 2008 6:44 PM PDT
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Coronado vs. Torrey Pines
Coronado is much closer to downtown. Torrey Pines is about a half hour away. Parking is probably more difficult at TP. Torrey Pines / Del Mar has really nice hiking trails and cliff walls over the beach. TP probably makes for better pictures. Coronado has a very large sand beach. You can’t really go wrong.
I never see too many scalpers in front of Petco. You’ll see them from time to time, but not sure what savings you’re gonna get if any.
by jbox on
May 12, 2008 7:13 PM PDT
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Coming from the north though
Torrey Pines is more on the way from the north. You’ll overshoot Petco Park and head over the Coronado Bridge to get to Coronado, but that may even be worth it to steal a view of downtown from the bridge as you’re driving over.
by Dex on
May 12, 2008 7:55 PM PDT
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On Scalpers
I guess San Diego’s a classier place in comparison to Atlanta where scalpers are aplenty, outside the vicinity of Turner Field. Basically, what I like about scalpers is that I can negotiate with them, and play some mind games.
They stop me, ask if I want tickets, I say yes, they show me $45 face value tix, say they want $20, I say no thanks, I don’t like that section, I’ll just take my $14 upper deck, and they say hey wait hey wait, okay, give me $14 for this ticket, and I say sure, but I’ve only got $10 cash I was going to pay on my card, and then they say fine, give me the $10 spot. This is me being optimistic, because, it’s a Tuesday night game… against the Nationals… I’d imagine they’re plenty of good seats the box offices release to the scalpers.
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by royhobbs on
May 12, 2008 9:04 PM PDT
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I'd throw in Missioin Beach or Pacific Beach as well
Can’t beat the people watching and there’s a nice boardwalk.
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May 12, 2008 7:55 PM PDT
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Another question
You guys have been so helpful, I hope none of y’all mind me asking another question:
Any advice for driving through the desert? Namely I-15 from San Diego to Las Vegas? I know it’s a long and lonely stretch, and about places like Barstow, and Jean, NV. Anybody have any suggestions for interesting stops along the way, or if there is anything not really shown on a map that might be worth seeing?
Yeah, this is a swerve off of the topic of the pursuit of baseball. But you guys have been so helpful, I’m hoping you can assist me some more.
Thanks
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May 12, 2008 9:13 PM PDT
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A swerve off topic is welcome in these dark times.
Plus, we love to talk about where we live. Can’t you tell? :)
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May 12, 2008 10:29 PM PDT
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Understandable
At least you didn’t just lose 3/4 to the Pirates.
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by royhobbs on
May 13, 2008 7:13 AM PDT
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Not Much on the way to Vegas
Barstow is out of the way, and no much to see. Primm is on the way, but pretty much just a crappy version of Vegas.
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May 12, 2008 10:48 PM PDT
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I was just planning...
...on hopping on I-15, and taking it all the way to Vegas. It passes through Barstow, which is why I brought it up. But if there’s nothing there other than a place to stretch my legs, I’ll keep that in mind.
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by royhobbs on
May 13, 2008 7:14 AM PDT
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Peggy Sues 50's Diner
Ghost Town Road, off I-15
A must see…
"We've... we've got lumps of it 'round the back."
by ABY on
May 13, 2008 12:11 AM PDT
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You'll pass the World's Largest Thermometer
http://www.roadsideamerica.com/story/2893
And if I remember correctly, there’s a good ice cream shake place right there. Maybe the thermometer’s the draw for the ice cream shake.
by Dex on
May 13, 2008 4:48 AM PDT
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Nice
Apparently, the Alien Jerky stand is close by to the thermometer. As corny as it sounds, I kinda want to see ‘em both.
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May 13, 2008 7:17 AM PDT
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The thermometer is so great
I’ve always loved that thing. Bun Boy, a dirty little hamburger joint, used to be right there and its pretty good.
by Winfield's Ghost on
May 13, 2008 7:33 AM PDT
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If you like Asians
you should check out Kearny Mesa and 99 Ranch Market.
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May 12, 2008 9:50 PM PDT
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And grab a bowl of Udon Noodles at Teri Cafe on Clariemont Mesa Blvd.
As I've told you before, I never repeat myself.
by santoswoodenlegs on
May 13, 2008 1:59 AM PDT
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99 Ranch
That’s a good place to see stuff like pig tongue and bull penis packaged next to chicken breast and ground chuck.
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May 13, 2008 4:49 AM PDT
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Hahahahaha
Words people don’t really expect to see on a baseball blog except during an in-game chat while the home team is losing.
Seriously, is this 99 Ranch at least off of I-15? I don’t want to stray too far off the beaten path.
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May 13, 2008 7:18 AM PDT
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umm..I'm not really sure it's about 20 minutes on the freeway from east county.
Maybe someone else can specify. You can google 99 Ranch Market and find the address. The area around is surrounded by Asian stores and a Souplantation and an Ethan Allen. There are white people there too.
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May 14, 2008 9:08 PM PDT
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The questions keep on coming...
I’m surprised I didn’t ask this close to the beginning…
Is there any particular one food that Petco Park is known for?
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by royhobbs on
May 13, 2008 9:19 AM PDT
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I guess Fish Tacos
there is a Rubios inside the ball park.
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May 13, 2008 9:32 AM PDT
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yeah fish tacos
The other thing would be Randy Jones BBQ. The RJ Slugger is a halfpound hot dog. I think the typical hot dog is 1/8th of a pound.
There is also Anthony’s, which is local and does seafood in the park.
by Dex on
May 13, 2008 9:49 AM PDT
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They tried to make the Diego Dog
The grilled bratwurst comes dressed in a special bun and is topped with slightly steamed cabbage, pico de gallo and a secret mustard-based sauce.Bottom of this article.
But it does not receive my endorsement.
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May 13, 2008 4:13 PM PDT
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Thanks, everybody.
I’ve said it already, but since the thread is pretty much reaching its exhaustion point, I’ll wind things down.
Thank you all so much for your great information, ideas, and suggestions. I truly appreciate it all, and I’ve enjoyed all of your comments. If I had the disposable income (hey I’m spending it traveling!) I’d get the MLB package so I could watch more Padres games, and banter with you guys, ‘cuz you all seem pretty cool.
I’ve gotten a great amount of ideas of things that I’ll likely be doing in my brief stay in San Diego, and I wouldn’t be able to do it without you folks. Especially avoiding Tijuana and Vista.
If anyone’s interested, I’ll be happy to post pictures/game shots from my trip out, if not, I may still do it if I get bored at work or something. You folks were the biggest help out of all the city/teams I inquired to. Dodger fans hardly gave me anything to work with, and once I was allowed to post to the Angels, they were surprisingly helpful and almost as chatty as y’all were, but you guys came first, and that means something.
Anyway, like I said, I’ll wind it down, so thanks everyone for your wonderful help. If anyone is at the 5/27 Tuesday night game against the Nationals, and sees a person wearing an Atlanta Braves hat, and more distinguishing, a shirt that says “J. KOTSAY #21” on it, feel free to stop me, and let me know you were someone who helped me out – I’ll be happy to buy you a drink.
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by royhobbs on
May 13, 2008 7:39 PM PDT
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Rubio's in the ballpark might be the most convenient stop...
But if you REALLY want to try San diego’s best fish tacos, check out Point Loma Seafood or South Beach Restaurant in Ocean Beach. If you’re gonna stick around in the gaslamp district after the game, grab a beer at Bondi Bar or hit up some bowling at East Village Tavern. You shouldn’t waste your time going anywhere east of the 5 freeway while in town – except for Dex’s suggestion of seeing Tony Gwynn Stadium at SDSU. And maybe the 99 Ranch market off of the 805 freeway and Claremont Mesa Blvd. Rubio’s is overrated, and you should opt for the Randy Jones BBQ sandwich while at PETCO instead…
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May 14, 2008 1:06 PM PDT
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rubio's in petco park!
I forgot about that! So you can just knock Rubio’s off your list right at the game, that way you don’t have to hunt for one in the city and waste time. You might even be able to try an Arrogant Bastard in Petco if they have them there, but you won’t be able to take the bottle as a souvenir. And it would be like $11 for one if there is…
Torrey Pines is amazing, but I’d go to Coronado, just because it’s closer to everything, and you can drive over the bridge for the awesome view.
And a quick LA suggestion: Have breakfast at either Eat Well, or Millie’s on Sunset Blvd. They are always quite full, and a little artsy/grungy looking, but the food is excellent, and every time I’ve been there, I spot movie stars. They are hip, trendy hangouts…
And yeah, SD just doesn’t have the scalper scene. I remember how blown away I was when I was at Fenway for a regular season, unimportant match! Scalpers everywhere. Same at Shea Stadium. It’s practically non-existent in SD, except for maybe playoff time…
Fy fan! (That means damn in Swedish).
by Pad Fan in Sweden on
May 14, 2008 1:15 AM PDT
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