BEST CHEAP EAT HIDDEN GEMS in SAN DIEGO | A Local's Food Guide

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  • @jerrihadding2534
    @jerrihadding2534 2 роки тому +1

    Here I am in Sweden. An American “ex-Pat” raised in San Diego who has been living in Europe for over 30 years. And here I am LONGING for these meals you so casually recommend. I wish that I could beg for mercy!

  • @malcorub
    @malcorub 3 роки тому +52

    You got a do a series on the Asian Markets (HMART, MITSUWA, Sea Food City, TOKYO CENETRAL, 99 Ranch and Zion.)

  • @chac65
    @chac65 3 роки тому +14

    You gotta give the Chicken Pie Shop a try. $11 gets you a chicken pie, mashed potatoes, vegetable, cole slaw, bun and pie for dessert. This is classic San Diego cheap food that has been around for 100 years. Back in the late 80's pie dinner there cost $4. Oh well inflation. Also try Tip Top Meats in Carlsbad. $11 gets you steak dinner. Or buy a steak at the butcher shop and they will cook it for $6 extra including sides. There are all sorts of dinner options that cost around $11 Big Johns's breakfast there costs $7.50 including eggs, potatoes and all the sausage, ham, and bacon you can cram into your gullet.

  • @barakDC355
    @barakDC355 3 роки тому

    Ayeee shoutout jaycation!!!! It was awesome having you stop by best pizza man! Great video! 👍

    • @Jaycation
      @Jaycation  3 роки тому

      Hey Barak! Shout out to u and everyone else at best pizza! Thanks for the love!

  • @SoCalCode3
    @SoCalCode3 3 роки тому

    There’s a Rally’s in Spring Valley off of Jamacha Rd. And Sweetwater Rd. Also one in Chula Vista off Third and Moss St. and the newest location on S.30th and National Ave. in Logan Heights.

  • @ShellyBomb
    @ShellyBomb 3 роки тому +3

    WOW - I thought I had acquired some refrigerator magnets ... LOL!!! 😂

  • @justinecasioce2791
    @justinecasioce2791 3 роки тому +6

    We are planning our vacation in San Diego & I am watching every single one of your videos & making a list writing places down to visit, eat & have a great time with the family. So thank you so much for all your videos.

    • @taemalua_684
      @taemalua_684 3 роки тому +1

      Rolandos Taco Shop on National Ave. Order the shrimp and beef chipotle fries. The best!

    • @jessicapope433
      @jessicapope433 3 роки тому

      Mike's taco club in ocean beach is amazing. Carne asada fries👌 best around

    • @taemalua_684
      @taemalua_684 3 роки тому +1

      Los Ponchos in Hillcrest- order the Bitchin' Cali Burrito

    • @catalinanunez4775
      @catalinanunez4775 3 роки тому

      Colima's taco shop in hillcrest it's open till 4 am everything is so good 10/10, or Humbertos

    • @AMMLovesyou
      @AMMLovesyou 3 роки тому

      Birrieria y menudearía on Broadway, Chula Vista.
      Carnitas las michoacanas on Third, Chula Vista 🦋

  • @johntesoriero3382
    @johntesoriero3382 3 роки тому +1

    Nice video and crunch at 14:01!

  • @vasnikvideos369
    @vasnikvideos369 3 роки тому +12

    Another great list! Any chance you could do a "Best Desserts in San Diego" video?

  • @edwinfig710
    @edwinfig710 3 роки тому +2

    wow Jay!!! You're always killing it with these video!! Love watching them!

  • @tmoney51691
    @tmoney51691 3 роки тому +20

    Great recommendations! I'd also like to recommend Alexi's Greek Cafe in Hillcrest. They have a cheap lunch menu that goes to 5 p.m.

    • @diegocortes8879
      @diegocortes8879 3 роки тому +2

      Yes. Alexi's !! He's grumpy too lmao

    • @hayze13
      @hayze13 3 роки тому +1

      Loving the Padres love. #represent!!

    • @loganwashere24
      @loganwashere24 3 роки тому

      Alexi is dope! Loaded falafel sandwich for like 6 bucks

    • @chantelelizabeth704
      @chantelelizabeth704 3 роки тому

      Omg the gyro meeal for around 7 bucks and it is so delicious!

  • @garypetermeier3865
    @garypetermeier3865 3 роки тому +1

    Jaycation, yesy yes the food you reviewed just made my mouth water. Love this vid!

  • @mireyarodriguez4755
    @mireyarodriguez4755 3 роки тому +1

    Mitsuwa ....Rico Rico I can see you eat all day lol 😂😂😂 another great video Jay 💙

  • @jdang228
    @jdang228 3 роки тому +11

    The ramen from santouka inside Mitsuwa though, so good

  • @momcation9786
    @momcation9786 3 роки тому +1

    Awesome Jaycation! I’d like to try the sushi at Mitsuwa! Thanks for the video!

  • @Travelwithchris
    @Travelwithchris 3 роки тому +2

    Im going to have to try some of these spots next time! Taro smoothies are life brotha! 🙏🏻🔥

  • @caitlyn5970
    @caitlyn5970 3 роки тому +6

    Yes pls do wings! There’s so many spots and it’s so overwhelming i refuse to eat bad wings! 😂 i love dirty birds

  • @559eii
    @559eii 3 роки тому

    TJ's tacos was a good touch. really enjoyed the video def going to hit up that market by the airport!

  • @MakMak_ESC
    @MakMak_ESC 2 роки тому

    nice brotha! santouka inside mitsua is one of my favorites. simple ramen, tastes great.

  • @DJJSWIFT
    @DJJSWIFT 3 роки тому +2

    Great recommendations! Making me want to fly 🛫 out to the LeftCoast for them good eats🤤 Keep up with the great content! 👍🏽

  • @Travelwithchris
    @Travelwithchris 3 роки тому +1

    Taro pudding!! 🤯🤯🤯🤤

  • @WalkwithRhonda_
    @WalkwithRhonda_ 3 роки тому +3

    When I use to work as a nurse, my coworkers dad made fortune cookies. She would always bring in a huge box filled with them. They were all the cookies that didn’t make the cut cause they were broke or not folded right. Great video. Thanks for the cheap eats video.

  • @VanFronda
    @VanFronda 3 роки тому

    Hey! Kababayan in San Diego!!! Thank you for the videos!

  • @texadonkey34
    @texadonkey34 3 роки тому

    Very nice. Thin pizza is my favorite. I get mushroom or olive pizza, lol. You know your cool restaurants. 2 thumbs up. 🤠👍👍

  • @ratedRamsey
    @ratedRamsey 3 роки тому +1

    Pokez downtown, and El eztaca were 2 of my go to places when I lived down there

    • @denisespieces4744
      @denisespieces4744 3 роки тому

      YES! Pokez is SO good. I always "crown" my burritos when I go there. 😋

  • @artsygirlmarilyn6296
    @artsygirlmarilyn6296 3 роки тому +4

    Steve was there with Lucky Breakfast in North Park near the Farmers Market. (Also try ZIAS PIZZA 🍕 on Adams by the Normal Heights sign. Support Lucky!!! Luckys Breakfast diner in north Park. Super retro. TIP BIG!! Tough times w covid and no price increases. Dedicated to the community. (🍕ZIAS 🍕 PIZZA on Adams ave near the Normal Heights sign. Crazy slices and delicious crust. Inventive and supports the community. Thanks

  • @andrewhwang8883
    @andrewhwang8883 3 роки тому

    Love Santouka! My favorite ramen spot hands down! I love going to the back of Mitsuwa and getting the $1 five minute chair massages lol

  • @erikalowery3
    @erikalowery3 3 роки тому +8

    Dude, you gotta hit San Diego Chicken Pie Shop. Total old school, 50s vibe.

    • @TravelAgentCale
      @TravelAgentCale 3 роки тому

      Sounds incredible! What area is it located in?

    • @loganwashere24
      @loganwashere24 3 роки тому

      @@TravelAgentCale it’s right off of El Cajon in north park! Right near the water tower

    • @RyanShyffer
      @RyanShyffer 3 роки тому +1

      Came here to add that, definitely cheap and good.

    • @andrewwilliams6403
      @andrewwilliams6403 3 роки тому

      Pot pie 2 sides and a slice of pie for about 8 bucks. Awesome deal. I hit that spot several times a year

  • @garypetermeier3865
    @garypetermeier3865 3 роки тому +1

    Mitsuwa - Wow a paradise of Japanese food! Looks so delicious.

  • @Homelesskateboards
    @Homelesskateboards 3 роки тому

    Awesome video!!!! ✌️✌️✌️🍺🍺🍺

  • @trulyAmatulHaqq
    @trulyAmatulHaqq 3 роки тому +1

    knew this was a good video when Mitsuwa came up first 🤩

  • @dianepuroguanajuatovlogs
    @dianepuroguanajuatovlogs 3 роки тому +2

    When you come out to Arizona let me know !!!! Love your content !!!!

  • @VVida-yx4ft
    @VVida-yx4ft 3 роки тому +1

    Nailed my two favorites in Escondido! I agree with T.J. Tacos and Rally's! Much respect!

  • @omega.n
    @omega.n 2 роки тому

    Jay love the outfit in this video! Cheers!

  • @gabbyd4250
    @gabbyd4250 3 роки тому +4

    There’s a Rally’s in Spring Valley & another one in IB

  • @JoahannaMomma1
    @JoahannaMomma1 3 роки тому +5

    Just discovered your channel and I love your videos, especially this one since I'm always looking for cheap eats! Btw, there is a Rally's inside Wal-Mart on Murphy Canyon though it's not a stand alone like the ones you mentioned.

    • @oiitzME1266
      @oiitzME1266 3 роки тому

      for a more than a decades it was a mcdonalds,pretty neat they upgraded to a rally

  • @bryandoolittle9051
    @bryandoolittle9051 2 роки тому

    We have Ralleys here in Reynoldsburg Ohio. We don't have Checkers. I miss having my Robertos carne asada burritos I used to eat down in Imperial Beach

  • @alpiansyah3884
    @alpiansyah3884 3 роки тому

    There are many really good food choices in San Diego, I like all. 😎❤👍👍👍

  • @awesomeadamfrom2099
    @awesomeadamfrom2099 3 роки тому +2

    Awesome job jay

  • @thesoundofviolencepodcast
    @thesoundofviolencepodcast 3 роки тому +2

    Antique Row Cafe is definitely #1 on my list for breakfast spots! Everything is super reasonably priced, the portions are giant and the owner is one of the nicest people ever!

  • @maryawnee3081
    @maryawnee3081 3 роки тому +1

    I love that you included my fave taco spot tj tacos! We would drive up there from mm just for tacos!

  • @terrywilkins7914
    @terrywilkins7914 3 роки тому

    Planning vacation toSan Diego 2022. Thank you Jaycation for recommending best restaurants in that area.

  • @blowba
    @blowba 3 роки тому

    There's a Rallys in Spring Valley and in the Walmart off Aero.

  • @chac65
    @chac65 3 роки тому +4

    Looking forward to this. Hope the Chicken Pie Shop is on this.

    • @briankay4229
      @briankay4229 3 роки тому

      I remember the original on 5th & Robinson in Hillcrest. Then it moved to North Park. Now I'm hungry for a Giblet Dinner!

  • @KeithShafer
    @KeithShafer 3 роки тому +2

    Love the rally’s fries. I didn’t even know they still existed.

  • @Tori-bc6bf
    @Tori-bc6bf 3 роки тому +2

    You had me at cheap eats 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

  • @MichaelHsu95
    @MichaelHsu95 3 роки тому +1

    if you go to mitsuwa at 7pm most things will be on sale!

  • @KseniaVygranenko
    @KseniaVygranenko 2 роки тому

    Great video!!

  • @sargeholly
    @sargeholly 3 роки тому +1

    CUATRO MILPAS in Barrio Logan! Chorizo with egg which comes with tortillas and can't find anywhere else.

  • @Tijuastacos
    @Tijuastacos 3 роки тому +1

    Another great video Jay! For best Hot Wings try Empire Wings Buffalo Fries. They are Awesome!

  • @paulinavazquez7838
    @paulinavazquez7838 3 роки тому +1

    Las 4 milpas in barrio logan area! rolled tacos freshly made flour tortillas!

  • @riddick187
    @riddick187 3 роки тому

    I'm in SD and this is great

  • @pamelaflowers7693
    @pamelaflowers7693 3 роки тому +3

    Yes to best wings! And best banh mi too!

  • @besos4abella
    @besos4abella 3 роки тому +13

    There’s a Rally’s in Spring Valley and Chula Vista. And I love their fries!! Great video, I’ve been wanting to hit up Luckys.

    • @MelvinMansoor
      @MelvinMansoor 3 роки тому

      And El Cajon. Used to be one on mission gorge rd too

  • @PenniP
    @PenniP 3 роки тому

    I love your videos! We frequent Lucky’s, Mitsuwa and K sandwiches. ❤️❤️❤️

  • @crankdatskate
    @crankdatskate 3 роки тому

    love the vids man, heading to SD next week!

  • @chordarrow1
    @chordarrow1 3 роки тому +1

    FYI bruh there's another Rally's on 30th and National in Logan Heights, which is definitely in the center of SD (not the out skirts). 🍟 All day

  • @cynthialopez708
    @cynthialopez708 3 роки тому +33

    He said “No bones just meatless chicken”. 😆

  • @artzamora7918
    @artzamora7918 3 роки тому

    Theres a Rally's off 125 in spring valley target parking lot

  • @melissaong7633
    @melissaong7633 2 роки тому

    There is a Rally in El Cajon and by the way it is next-door to one of our favorite places called Valley Food and right down the street harvest food. These or Mediterranean grocery stores that have hot food … absolutely delicious they have a tray for three with different grilled meats, grilled vegetables over rice and delicious Mediterranean bread and it easily serves five people and I think it’s about $25. They also have fantastic soups and really great home cooked food. I’m originally from New York City and love good inexpensive food that is authentic. Thank your channel is great.

  • @maryawnee3081
    @maryawnee3081 3 роки тому +2

    One cheap eats also is the taco taco in poway! Love their $1 fish tacos 😊

  • @EXECUTI0N619
    @EXECUTI0N619 2 роки тому

    theres a rallys in spring valley as well

  • @Gojenjen84
    @Gojenjen84 3 роки тому

    Great video!! Oside!!! Any way.. Cafe 86 has the best Taro milkshake but ah it’s not the cheapest but it’s the best Taro for sure!!
    Oh also.. PepperTree in vista is a mom and Pop ice cream/ food stand been there since like the early 50s I believe.. they have amazing ice cream shakes/malts.. and if your craving a deep fried burrito you gotta go there!!

  • @chatochingon
    @chatochingon 3 роки тому +1

    i love north park, going to try out lucky's spot sure looked good and cheap price ;)

  • @TheKuppy
    @TheKuppy 3 роки тому +15

    You can get sushi for $4.25 at ZION - much cheaper than Mitsuwa

    • @Dari0_13
      @Dari0_13 3 роки тому

      Where is that at?

    • @rudotcomz7384
      @rudotcomz7384 3 роки тому

      Or even Marukai

    • @scruffy7443
      @scruffy7443 3 роки тому

      @@Dari0_13 in clairmont mesa blvd. kearny mesa SD

  • @juniorherman8427
    @juniorherman8427 3 роки тому

    Well done. Nice to see the Mecca being represented.✔️✌🏾👽

  • @MoonaGhost_kitty
    @MoonaGhost_kitty 3 роки тому

    Hitting that like button just for the transitions to yourself 🤣

  • @williamschoemann4209
    @williamschoemann4209 3 роки тому

    You're cool, JJ. We can always use some cheap eats. Lucky's looks especially good. I love really old-time places like that. The worn formica and the worn people are real.

  • @ellenrice19
    @ellenrice19 3 роки тому

    If you're going to Escondido check out Charlie's Diner further up Valley Pkwy, near the old Palomar Hospital building...old style diner food cheap

  • @bonkers4469
    @bonkers4469 9 місяців тому

    Yo!!! Goto spring valley! It's where I'm from. HECTORS TACO SHOT IS OFF THE CHAIN! If they're even there still lol.

  • @alyssasanchez3411
    @alyssasanchez3411 3 роки тому +12

    ayoooo there’s a rally’s in barrio logan 🙌 don’t forget em

    • @ofb12345
      @ofb12345 3 роки тому

      Those fries tho

    • @gabrielort3531
      @gabrielort3531 3 роки тому

      I was gonna ask you where? cause Ive never seen it..but I'll look it up...lol!
      Thx for mentioning it!

  • @andygoddard4887
    @andygoddard4887 3 роки тому +1

    grew up going to Lucky's! Lucky is the man!

  • @richw.6296
    @richw.6296 2 роки тому

    I was in the other room and heard you mention ramen, I automatically thought of Mitsuwa. It tastes just like good old “hole in the wall “ ramen in Japan. Nigiya has the best bento.

  • @rixs3379
    @rixs3379 3 роки тому

    don't forget the rallys in spring valley and chula vista !!

  • @lala_laine
    @lala_laine 3 роки тому +2

    Try Jimmy Carter’s Mexican cafe. It’s delicious the carne asada plate.

    • @denisespieces4744
      @denisespieces4744 3 роки тому +1

      I LOVE Jimmy Carter's! One of my favorite places for Mexican food. Anything they have on the specials board is freaking delicious!

  • @kimheil9901
    @kimheil9901 3 роки тому

    There's a Rally's near me in Spring Valley, on Jamacha Rd!

  • @jonnuanez2843
    @jonnuanez2843 3 роки тому +2

    K Sandwiches is real close to Shaka coffee, one of the few Hawaiian coffee spots here on the mainland. Always need my Hawaiian coffee.

  • @roachaximus5899
    @roachaximus5899 3 роки тому

    For cheap omlettes too try Aunt Emmas in Chula Vista or National City, on weekdays they have the 2 egg omlette special, about 6 bucks for an omlette with pancakes

  • @chihaibe69
    @chihaibe69 3 роки тому +3

    How about doing video for great Asian restaurants Chinese, Vietnamese, Thai, Korean…..etc… in San Diego?

  • @WalkingVibes4K
    @WalkingVibes4K 3 роки тому

    Thanks for sharing💯✔

  • @c420yr
    @c420yr 3 роки тому

    There's a Rallys in El Cajon too

  • @michaelhynes78
    @michaelhynes78 3 роки тому

    Have you tried el patron in mira mesa? love that place for taco tuesdays it’s so cheap and the adobada is so good. Really dope you went to TJ Tacos miss that place so much. Great video

  • @sydneywilliams7736
    @sydneywilliams7736 3 роки тому +2

    I just moved to San Diego from San Francisco, were trying to find good Chinese food!

    • @sv765
      @sv765 3 роки тому

      JL China house in Chula Vista 💯

  • @chucke2319
    @chucke2319 3 роки тому

    How would you compare Mitsuwa with ninjiya since they are both near each other

  • @homerb3368
    @homerb3368 3 роки тому +1

    Percy's Pizza in Greenwich Village used to sell a $1 slice anytime, but as per @Here.Be. Barr it's $2 now.

  • @ricperez7892
    @ricperez7892 3 роки тому

    Good job Jay👍🏼

  • @Coco81218
    @Coco81218 3 роки тому

    You missed Volare on Barnett St in Point Loma. Amazing and very reasonable authentic Italian food.

  • @Elle-rq2fd
    @Elle-rq2fd 3 роки тому

    There is also a rally’s in El Cajon

  • @diegocortes8879
    @diegocortes8879 3 роки тому +4

    Mama's Bakery & Deli, Alexi's Greek Cafe

  • @Logar-cousin
    @Logar-cousin 3 роки тому +1

    Big like next time I am going I like 👍🏾 it

  • @jusueavila4968
    @jusueavila4968 3 роки тому

    Hi ,Jaycation. You need to try Swagyu Chop shop burger at Imperial Beach 😋🍔

  • @williamking5260
    @williamking5260 3 роки тому +1

    Best Wings video would be great. Love Dirty Birds and Wings n Things. South Park Abbey used to be one of my favs but I think they closed down a few years ago.

  • @hicksgary
    @hicksgary 3 роки тому +1

    Best Pizza is great. Several locations.

  • @WinkieDuck
    @WinkieDuck 3 роки тому

    As a sd local I can agree with this video

  • @seanschexnydre5231
    @seanschexnydre5231 2 роки тому

    Glad you mentioned Nishiki Ramen, IMO its much better than Tajima's ramen. Although their Curry Ramen is pretty good!

  • @Linker12334
    @Linker12334 3 роки тому

    Those who are reading looking for food places, Rockies yogurt next to K sandwiches is also a great place to get a dessert after a bahn mi

  • @onepunch9485
    @onepunch9485 3 роки тому

    It’s been a hot minute since I’ve been back to daygo but what about Alberto‘s?
    The first thing I do once I get off the plane is hit up some cheap Mexican food and Alberto’s is my spot.
    It always feel like home to me to have a Carneia Sada burrito or their Carneia Asada chips.

  • @loganwashere24
    @loganwashere24 3 роки тому

    Thanh tihn chay in city heights is my favorite bang for buck place. Amazing vegan Vietnamese food (traditional) and cheap prices. Favorite place hands down and affordable

  • @dollface6386
    @dollface6386 3 роки тому

    Doesn’t mitsuwa have like a time that yheu drop their prices on the fresh packaged food? what time would that be??

    • @Jaycation
      @Jaycation  3 роки тому

      7ish i think? But i hear things go quick haha

  • @drodzdrodz909
    @drodzdrodz909 3 роки тому +1

    The bbq wings from urbnpizza in north park must try!!