Healthy Foods, Restaurants & Cafes
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Bakeries
Stephanie's Organic Bakery Specialty cakes made with organic ingredients as well as vegan pizza & cupcakes. Ocean Beach
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Catering
FOOD FARM - Food Truck & Catering LOCAL. ORGANIC. SUSTAINABLE FOOD to you! San Diego, CA
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Community Supported Agriculture
Abundant Harvest Organics Organic Produce Service. Also raw milk, pastured meats, eggs & other items. San Diego County
Be Wise Ranch A certified organic farm that has been growing organic produce for wholesale and local sales. For CSA info call:
J.R. Organics CSA Certified Organic Farm owned & operated by the Rodriguez family since 1954. Join Today:
Seabreeze Organic Farm Growing for San Diego since 1988. Vegetables, fruits, herbs, flowers, eggs and more delivered to your home weekly. San Diego
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Cooking Classes
THE CANCER PROJECT Food for Life Nutrition and Cooking. Ongoing
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Coupons and Special Offers
NaturalGuideCoupons.com San Diego's first green and health focused online coupon program! Go green, get healthy, and save money, all at the same time. Free - no subscription needed.
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Farmers' Markets in San Diego
Bonita Wednesdays: 3pm to 7pm Bonita Valley Community Church 4744 Bonita Road
619-954-4810
Carlsbad Wednesdays: 1pm to 5pm Saturdays: 1pm to 5pm On Roosevelt St. between Carlsbad Village Dr. and Grand Ave.
www.shopcarlsbadvillage.org/events/farmersmarket.html
760-687-6453
Chula Vista Thursdays: 3pm to 7pm On Center St. between 3rd and Church
619-422-1982
Chula Vista - Otay Ranch Tuesdays: 4pm to 8pm 2015 Birch Rd and East Lake Blvd
www.otayranchtowncenter.com
619-279-0032
City Heights Saturday: 9am to 1pm Wightman St. between Fairmont and 43 St.
760-751-4193
Coronado Tuesdays: 2:30pm to 6pm At the Old Ferry Landing at 1201 First St.
760-741-3763
Del Mar Saturdays: 1pm to 4pm 1050 Camino del Mar between 10th & 11th Streets
760-521-0643
East Village Saturdays: 8am to 3pm 8th Avenue between Market & G Streets
619-232-1480
Encinitas/Leucadia Sundays: 10am to 2pm Paul Ecke Elementary School at 185 Union St. off Vulcan
858-272-7054
Escondido Tuesdays: 3pm to 6:30pm On Grand Ave. between Juniper and Kalmia St.
www.ci.escondido.ca.us/glance/uniquely/farmers/index.html
760-745-8877
Escondido/Lawrence Welk Mondays: 3pm to 7pm (Summer) / 1pm to 5pm (Winter) 8860 Lawrence Welk Drive
760-751-4193
Fallbrook Fridays: 10am to 2pm 102 S. Main St. (Village Square on the corner of Main and Alverado)
Gaslamp - Third Ave. Sundays: 9am to 1pm at Third Ave. and J St.
619-279-0032
Golden Hill Saturdays: 8am to 12pm B Street between 27th & 28th Streets
619-795-3363
Hillcrest Sundays: 9am to 2pm Normal St. and Lincoln Ave.
619-299-3330
Horton Square Thursdays: 11am to 3pm (March to October) Downtown at 225 Broadway
760-741-3763
Imperial Beach Fridays: 2pm to 7:30pm (April - October) / 2pm to 6pm (October - March) Imperial Beach Pier
619-397-1917
Julian Sundays: 11am - 4pm 4470 Hwy. 78 between the Bead Shop & Wynola Farms Marketplace
760-885-8364
La Jolla Sundays: 9am to 1pm La Jolla Elementary School 7300 Block of Girard Ave.
www.lajollamarket.com
858-454-1699
Lakeside Certified Farmers' Market Thursdays: 2pm to 6pm Lindo Lake County Park 9841 Vine Street
760-745-3023
La Mesa Fridays: 3pm to 6pm At the 8300 block of Allison Ave.
619-440-5027
Little Italy Mercato Saturdays: 9am to 1:30pm Date St. - India to Columbia
www.littleitalymercato.com
619-233-3769
Mira Mesa Tuesdays: 3pm to 7pm Mira Mesa High School 10510 Reagan Road
858-272-7054
Mission Hills Fridays: 3pm to 7pm West Washington Street & Falcon Street
858-272-7054
Mission Valley Fridays: 3pm to 7pm Mission Valley Mall - Near Target on Mission Center Road
www.missionvalleyfarmersmarket.com
619-795-3363
Normal Heights Wednesdays: 3pm to 7pm John Adams Elementary School - 4674 35th Street
619-233-3901
North Park Thursdays: 3pm to Sunset CVS Pharmacy parking lot at University and 32nd St.
619-237-1632
Ocean Beach Wednesdays: 4 to 8pm (April - December) 4900 block of Newport Ave.
www.oceanbeachsandiego.com
619-279-0032
Oceanside Thursdays: 9am to 1pm Coast Hwy and Pier View Way
619-440-5027
Oceanside Sunset Market Thursdays: 5pm to 9pm At Tremont and Pier View Way
760-967-7915
Pacific Beach Saturdays: 8am to Noon Promenade Mall on Mission Blvd. between Reed and Pacific Beach Blvd.
760-741-3763
Point Loma Sundays: 9:30am to 2:30pm 2748 Decature Rd. at Liberty Station
619-795-3363
Poway Saturdays: 9am to 1pm 14134 Midland Rd. Old Poway Park at the corner of Midland Rd. and Temple
619-440-5027
Ramona Saturdays: 8:30am to 12:30pm Collier County Park 626 E. Street
760-788-1924
Rancho Bernardo Fridays: 9am to Noon Bernardo Winery 13330 Paseo del Verano Norte
760-500-1709
Racho Bernardo / Webb Park Sundays: 10am to 4pm 16826 Bernardo Center Drive
858-735-5311
Racho Santa Fe Sundays: 9am to 1:30pm Del Rayo Village 16079 San Diequito Rd.
858-922-5135
San Diego - Southeast Fridays: 2pm to 6pm 606 Euclid Avenue - between Guymon & Market
619-262-2022
San Marcos Wednesdays: 3pm to 7pm Cal State San Marcos 333 S. Twin Oaks Valley Rd. Parking Lot "B"
760-751-4193
Santee Wednesdays: 3pm to 7pm (March - October) / 3pm to 6pm (Nov - Feb) Abandonded School Parking Lot 10445 Mission Gorge Rd.
619-449-8427
Scripps Ranch Saturdays: 9am to 1pm At the Ellen Browning Scripps Elementary School 10380 Spring Canyon Rd.
www.srfm.org
858-586-7933
Solana Beach Sundays: 1pm to 5pm South Cedros Ave. at Rosa St.
858-755-0444
UCSD Tuesdays: 10am to 2pm (September - June) At the Town Square in front of the Student Services Center
858-534-4248
USD Wednesdays: 11am to 2pm 5998 Alcala Park
619-260-8859
UTC Mall Thursdays: 3pm to 7pm Near Macys on Genesee Avenue
619-795-3363
Vista Saturdays: 8am to Noon 325 S. Melrose Dr. County Courthouse
760-945-7425
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Farms, Organic
Abundant Harvest Organics Organic Produce Service. Also raw milk, pastured meats, eggs & other items. San Diego County
Be Wise Ranch A certified organic farm that has been growing organic produce for wholesale and local sales. For CSA info call:
J.R. Organics CSA Certified Organic Farm owned & operated by the Rodriguez family since 1954. Join Today:
Seabreeze Organic Farm Growing for San Diego since 1988. Vegetables, fruits, herbs, flowers, eggs and more delivered to your home weekly. San Diego
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Foods, Organic
WYNOLA FARMS MARKETPLACE Julian's premier destination for local wine, beer and hard cider tasting, unique shops, local art, Farmers' Market. 4470 Hwy. 78
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Juice, Juice Bars & Smoothies
Juice It Up Smoothies, Fresh Squeezed Juices, Acai Bowls, Healthy Snacks, Organic Coffee 328 W. Valley Pkwy., Ste 328 Escondido
760-796-4510

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Lunch Boxes ~Waste Free
Green To Go, Earth-Friendly Lunch Ware "Green" Lunchboxes, Reusable Snack Bags Stainless Steel Containers & More.
www.greentogolunchware.com 818-335-2338
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Natural Food Stores - North County Coastal
Cream of the Crop Specializing in organic produce, clean label groceries and vitamins. Hours: 8:00AM to 8:00PM 2009 S. Coast Highway Oceanside
HENRY'S Farmers Market Trust Henry's for Life.™
3243 Camino De Los Coches Rd. / Carlsbad
760-635-0625
2618 El Camino Real / Carlsbad
760-730-1123
1327 Encinitas Blvd. / Encinitas
760-633-4747 471 College Blvd., Suite 1 / Oceanside
760-726-7274
659 Lomas Santa Fe Dr. / Solana Beach
858-350-7900
Jimbo's...Naturally! San Diego 's Premier Natural Foods Grocer 1923 Calle Barcelona, Suite 149 / The Forum 760-334-7755 (Carlsbad) 12853 El Camino Real / Del Mar Highlands Town Center Carmel Valley 858-793-7755 (Carmel Valley)
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Natural Food Stores - Metro / South Coastal
HENRY'S Farmers Market Trust Henry's for Life.™
690 3rd Avenue / Chula Vista
619-409-7630
4439 Genesee Ave. / Clairemont
858-268-2400
4175 Park Blvd. / North Park 619-291-8287
1260 Garnet Ave. / Pacific Beach
858-270-8200
3315 Rosecrans St. / Point Loma
619-523-3640
3358 Governor Dr. / University City
858-457-5006
Ocean Beach People's Organic Food Market Open Daily - 8am to 9pm Organic produce, grocery and full service deli. 4765 Voltaire St. Ocean Beach
Whole Foods Market Natural & Organic Foods & Products. 711 University Ave. Hillcrest
619-294-2800
Whole Foods Market Natural & Organic Foods & Products. 8825 Villa La Jolla Dr. La Jolla
858-642-6700
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Natural Food Stores - North County Inland
Frazier Farms Natural Grocer North County's Finest Natural Food Store. 225 Vista Village Drive, Vista, CA 92083
www.FrazierFarmsMarket.com 760-758-7175 
HENRY'S Farmers Market Trust Henry's for Life.™
510 W. 13th Ave. / Escondido
760-743-1528 15727 Bernardo Heights Pkwy. / Rancho Bernardo
858-385-1606
13536 Poway Rd. / Poway
858-486-7851
39606 Winchester Road / Rancho Temecula
951-694-3680
Jimbo's...Naturally! San Diego 's Premier Natural Foods Grocer.
1633 S. Centre City Pkwy. / Felicita Junction Shopping Center 760-489-7755 (Escondido) 10511 4S Commons Dr., Suite 155 / 4S Commons Town Center 858-432-7755 (4S Ranch)
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Natural Food Stores - East County
HENRY'S Farmers Market Trust Henry's for Life.™
4630 Palm Ave. / La Mesa
619-460-7722
3205 Lemon Grove Ave. / Lemon Grove
619-667-8686
9361 Mission Gorge Rd. / Santee
619-562-0145
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Raw/Living Foods Resources
HealthForce Nutritionals When Nutrition Really Matters™ #1 Source for Raw, Vegan, Bio-Compatible Nutritional SuperFoods™ 100% Hard Core!
San Diego Raw Food Group Discussions, potlucks, demonstrations, poetry, music, and community. Second Saturday of each month in Balboa Park at 6th & Quince (unless it rains).
Contact Dana Pettaway 619-795-9647
SDC Living Foods Vegetarian Raw Foods Support Group. Vista
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Healthy Restaurants & Cafes
Caffé Bella Italia
OPEN: 7 Day a Week: 4:30pm - 10pm
"Your Corner of Italy in Pacific Beach." Authentic Italian cuisine served with great pride and beautiful presentation. Our interior speaks softly and envelops the customers in warm earth colors with a Mediterranean touch. Enjoy delicious pastas, salads and entrees prepared for you from scratch, with something to please every palate. 32 pizza varieties from our wood-fired ovens with pick-up and local delivery now available! Caffé Bella Italia is proud to be a Certified Green Restaurant. Catering and Private Events Available. 50% off Bottles of Wine: Sun & Tues (limit 2 bottles per party) Happy Hour: Mon - Thur 4:30 - 6:30pm Private Banquet Room seats up to 65
Jimbo's...Naturally! -12853 El Camino Real / Del Mar Highlands Town Center in Carmel Valley 858-793-7755 -1633 S. Centre City Pkwy. / Felicita Junction Shopping Center / Escondido 760-489-7755 -1923 Calle Barcelona, Ste. 149 / The Forum / Carlsbad 760-334-7755 -10511 4S Commons Dr., Ste. 155 / 4S Commons Town Center / 4S Ranch 858-432-7755
www.jimbos.com
OPEN: Daily from 8am to 9pm
Jimbo's...Naturally! is committed to doing the right thing by providing the highest quality organic and natural foods. In addition to a large selection of organic produce, natural groceries, hormone-free and antibiotic free meats, vitamins, and personal care products, Jimbo's has a full-service, all-natural deli and bakery, offering freshly prepared salads, sandwiches, soups, exotic entrees, and baked goods for dine-in or take-out. The friendly staff can also prepare made-to-order smoothies, juices, and wheat grass shots. For a touch of something naturally sweet, enjoy cookies, muffins, cakes, and more--fresh from the oven. Organic ingredients are used whenever possible!
Lotus Cafe and Juice Bar
765 South Coast Highway 101 / Encinitas Lumberyard Shopping Center
760-479-1977 OPEN: 7 days a week: 11am - 9:30pm
NEW Hillcrest Location Opening in November, 2011 3955 5th Ave., Ste. 100 / San Diego OPEN: 7 days a week for Lunch & Dinner
www.lotuscafeandjuicebar.com
Come nurture yourself! Lotus Cafe and Juice Bar is a unique cafe, located in Old Downtown Encinitas on South Coast Highway 101 (east side), opposite "G" Street. Lotus Cafe is dedicated to serving fresh, natural, healthy food at affordable prices, prepared with love, simplicity and a joyful heart. Our menu is predominantly vegetarian with many vegan items and also gluten-free options. For our non-vegetarian patrons we also have come chicken and fish items, including a turkey burger. Check out our full menu on our website! Lots of indoor & outdoor seating; Locally owned and operated. We look forward to serving you! Blessings! Advance reservations for large parties suggested.
MOZY CAFE 698 North Coast Hwy / Leucadia 760-944-9168
OPEN: Daily 7am to 8am
Mozy's is a local favorite that's known for its cozy atmosphere and great food. Whether you are stopping in after surfing or on a lunch break from the office, you'll find a variety of healthy options that are sure to please. Their menu features authentic Mediterranean and Caribbean inspired cuisine with choices ranging from the Caribbean Burrito filled with black beans, grilled plantains, avocado and jack cheese to Spicy Thai Wraps filled with tofu, vegetables, peanut sauce and brown rice. A variety of salads and smoothies are also available. Mozy's Cafe promotes health and nutrition to the local community by providing organic, wholesome food with fast & friendly service. Catering available.
Ranchos Cocina
OPEN: Mon-Sun: 8am to 10pm
Rancho's Cocina is located in beautiful Point Loma, with a festive atmosphere and healthy Mexican, vegetarian, and vegan cuisine. All food is made fresh daily using only the finest ingredients, including organic fruit and vegetables when possible. Their rice and beans are 100% vegan and vgetarian, and only olive oil or veggie oil is used in cooking. Menu choices range from vegan-style blue corn avocado enchiladas to shiitake mushroom pattie burritos. There is truly something to please every palate. Dine inside surrounded by rustic artwork and brightly colored walls, or outside on the cozy patio surrounded by lush green plants. Take out and catering are also available. Coming soon: Raw Food Selections!
Sipz Vegetarian Fuzion Cafe
5501 Clairemont Mesa Blvd. / At 805 Frwy.
858-279-3747 OPEN: 7 days a week: 10:30am to 9pm
www.SIPZ.com

SIPZ Fuzion Cafe is dedicated to providing the healthiest and tastiest vegetarian cuisine possible and promoting a healthy vegetarian lifestyle. Their wide range of menu choices include favorites such as the Orange "Chicken" and Spicy "Chicken" Basil. Recently, they opened a vegan sushi bar that serves such delicacies as Caterpillar Roll and baked Sipz Dynamite. Dessert specialties range from Sweet Rice with Mango to Vegan chocolate cake. Be sure to try one of the great variety of specialty drinks available (smoothies, Boba drinkz, juice, teas and coffees). SIPZ is a family owned restaurant that is sure to become one of your favorites! You can also find a retail section with vegetarian snacks and soy meats to take home.
Solare Ristorante Italiano Pizzeria & Lounge
OPEN: Tuesday - Saturday: 11:30am - 10pm Sunday: 4:30pm - 10pm Monday: Closed
Solare is committed to product, environment and hospitality. Blending traditional Italian cuisine to more contemporary unique dishes, Solare focuses on seasonal cooking using fresh, local and organic ingredients. And don't forget to try our delicious wood fired oven pizza! In the evenings enjoy Solare Lounge, the ultimate chill-out spot. A superb menu and spectacular cocktails combined with friendly smiles in a beautiful ambiance. Come take advantage of our weekly specials - Tuesdays: 50% wine bottles (limit 2 per party), Wednesdays: Martini Special - $6 Martinis all day, Thursdays: 1/2 off pizza in the Lounge after 4pm. Events, Weddings and Cooking Classes on-site. Dog Friendly! Happy Hour Tuesday - Friday 4:30 - 7pm
VEG-N-OUT San Diego's Original Meat-Free Eatery 3442 30th St. / North Park
OPEN: 7 days a week Mon. - Thurs. 11am to 9pm Fri. 11am to 10pm Sat. 12pm to 10pm Sun. 12pm to 9pm
Veg-N-Out has a relaxing, island style setting, adorned with inspirational quotes and reggae music often playing. This Bohemian Bungalow is Nestled in North Park and is locally owned and operated.
Vege Burgers are their specialty. From the gluten-free homemade patty, meaty style patty, vege chikn and Falafel, all 25 items are dressed differently. Most sauces and dressings are made in house. Vegan options are in abundance. We use only compostable and biodegradable disposable products. If you're looking for a Savory Vege Burger, Sandwich, Vege Dog, Smoothie or Vegan Dessert, this is your spot.
Happy Hours are the first and third Wednesdays from 6-9pm - including great specials and Reggae music spun by DashEye of the Tribe of Kings.
Wynola Pizza Express/Route 78 Bistro Gourmet Wood-Fired Entrees 4355 Hwy 78 (3 miles west of Julian)
760-765-1004
www.WynolaSprings.com
OPEN: Sunday-Thursday 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM Friday & Saturday 11:00AM - 9:00 PM Closed Tuesday
Julian's newest landmark and local favorite. Many from-scratch recipes and signature dishes. To satisfy the appetite of backcountry locals, we offer a limited menu but a wider range of food choices than what you might expect. Great wood-fired entrees, soups, salads, sandwiches and desserts. Pizza sauce made from quality tomatoes, olive oil, herbs and spices. Patio dining when weather permits. Vegetarian and vegan entrees, the best wood-fired pizza "this side of Mozza." Now full service and "reservations suggested" for Route 78 Bistro. Lots of parking, quick service and exceptional food. Check website for specials, recipes and music schedule. Private banquet room available. Live music weekends.
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Vegan Resources
All Vegan Shoes, chocolates & other necessities. 4669 Park Blvd. University Heights
www.allveganshopping.com
619-299-4669
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Wine, Organic
Frey Vineyards Non-sulfited organic & biodynamic wine. Sold throughout the San Diego region.
www.FreyWine.com/near-you
800-760-3739
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