Peninsula Beacon Readers Choice Awards 2016: Best Restaurants Ocean Beach by San Diego Community Newspaper Group

SPECIAL SUPPLEMENT TO THE PENINSULA BEACON • NOVEMBER 10, 2016

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2 0 1 6 Readers weigh in on OB’s choice food venues We’re all foodies in our own rights. Sometimes we’re just on the hunt for a quick, yummy pop-in snack or a cool, refreshing ice cream. Other times, we’re looking for that extra-special fine-dining experience to celebrate a momentous birthday, an anniversary or a graduation. Whatever it is we may be in search of, a cornucopia of smells and taste delights bursts from every corner in the heart of Ocean Beach, where restaurateurs continue to set the gold standard for hungry neighbors and visitors. The patio-dining experience under the setting sun or underneath a canopy of stars simply can’t be beat, especially when paired with the sweet sea air and the thunder of waves crashing against the shore nearby. In Ocean Beach, the options are virtually limitless. With a treasure trove of food-related businesses, we asked our readers to pick the “best of” when it comes to restaurants and eateries in Ocean Beach. In this edition of The Peninsula Beacon Readers Choice Awards, readers were eager to weigh in on their favorite Ocean Beach foodie stops and cast their votes for the winners.

Take a look inside and see their choices for the best atmosphere, the best chef, the best burger, the best dessert, the best appetizer, the best comfort food, the best pizza and the best location to people-watch, along with many other categories. Some of the merchants are longtime community fixtures; others are upstarts eager to win over the hearts and tummies of neighbors. The merchants of Ocean Beach are also dedicated to winning your business — and more important, to keeping it. Inside, you’ll find the results of paper and online balloting. The results paint a broad canvas of category offerings, from the tastiest yogurt and smoothies to the best Happy Hour and the best wine bar — and plenty more. The awards served up on the following pages were chosen by our loyal readership, which we value so highly. Take a look inside at this year’s Peninsula Beacon Readers Choice Awards — a true insider’s judgment of the restaurants and eateries that fuel our food passions, fill our bellies and add that extra spice to our beach dining experience.

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Congratulations to the following restaurants who were chosen by the readers of The Peninsula Beacon. Readers were asked to cast ballots for their favorite category choices. This was no simple task! With more than 70 categories, our readers came through with overwhelming response. We wish to thank all the readers who took the time to recognize these restaurants that do so much to make Ocean Beach such a wonderful community.

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#1 Overall Restaurant: American: Appetizer: Bagel: Bakery: Bar: Bartender (Name & Bar): BBQ: Beer selection: Best chef: Best Atmosphere: Best ocean view: Breakfast: Burger: Burrito: Cafe: Catering: Chinese restaurant: Coffee shop: Comfort food: Deli: Desserts: Dinner: Polynesian / Hawaiian Donut shop: Early bird special: Family restaurant: Fish & chips: Fish taco: French: German: Mediterranean / Greek Happy hour: Healthy Dining: Hot Dog: Ice cream / Frozen yogurt: Indian: Irish pub/bar: Italian: Juice bar: Late night eatery: Live music: Lunch: Margarita: Martini: Mexican (fast food): Mexican restaurant: Most romantic: New restaurant: Omelette: Patio dining: Pet friendly restaurant: Pizza: Place for a birthday party: Place to dance: Place to go on a budget: Place to people watch: Restaurant service: Wine selection Salad Bar Sandwich: Seafood: Specialty Drink: Sports Bar: Steak: Brunch: Sushi: Take-out: Thai: Vegetarian/Vegan: Vietnamese: Wine Bar: Wine Shop: Acai Bowl Wings

Nati's Mexican Restaurant Raglan Public House Bo-beau kitchen + bar P. L. Bagels European Cake Gallery Sunshine / Lucy’s Tavern Amanda Panda @ Tony’s BBQ House Newport Pizza / Pizza Port Tim Eylens @ OB Warehouse Bo-beau kitchen + bar Wonderland Old Townhouse Restaurant Hodad's / Raglan Public House Nico's Newbreak Coffee & Cafe To The Point Little Chef Jungle Java Old Townhouse Restaurant/Village Kitchen Chris’ Liquor/Olivetree Marketplace Azucar Venetian / OB Warehouse Te Mana Cafe OB Donut Kaiserhoff Nati’s Mexican Restaurant WOW Cafe South Beach Bar & Grill Bo-beau kitchen + bar Kaiserhoff Ocean Beach Kabob The Arizona Cafe OB People's Organic Food Co-op The Arizona Cafe Lighthouse Ice Cream & Yogurt Sundara The Harp The Venetian OB Smoothie The Arizona Cafe Winston's Raglan Public House Bravo's Mexican Bistro Tony's Nico's Nati's Mexican Restaurant Bo-beau kitchen + bar OB Brewery / Plant Power Old Townhouse Restaurant Tower Two Tower Two The Venetian Raglan Public House Winston's Cotijas Cocina Mexicana Sunshine Company Saloon OB Warehouse 3rd Corner OB People's Organic Food Co-op / Barons

The Venetian Hodad's OB Warehouse OB Donuts Azucar Pacific Shores / The Reunion Juli @ Lucy’s Tavern

3rd Corner Wonderland The Joint Your Mama’s Mug Hungry Lu’s Mother's Saloon Jack @ Pacific Shores

Raglan Public House

Sunshine Company Saloon Ulivo Wonderland Sunshine Co. / WOW Cafe Daybreak Island Cafe Mother's Saloon Ortega’s Cocina Village Kitchen Eco Catering

Devon Junkin@Bo-beau kitchen + bar

OB Warehouse OB Brewery /South Beach Bar & Grill Margaritas / Little Lion The Arizona Cafe Cotijas / Bravo’s Mexican Bistro Old Townhouse Restaurant / Margaritas

Surfside Cuisine Newbreak Coffee / Your Mama’s Mug Little Lion Poma’s / Newport Quik Stop

Coffee Method

3rd Corner

OB Deli Lighthouse Ice Cream & Yogurt Nati’s Mexican Restaurant

Christy's Donuts Village Kitchen Pizza Port South Beach Bar & Grill Tower Two / WOW Cafe

Hodad’s The Harp Mike’s Taco Club

European Cake Gallery / Beach Sweets

Hummus Mediterranean Kitchen Raglan Public House Rancho's Cocina / Barons BBQ House Rite-Aid / Yogurt Farm

Ulivo Pirate's Cove Tiki Port Nico's The Harp Hodad’s Nati's Mexican Restaurant Wonderland Cotijas Cocina Mexicana Ortega's Cocina The Venetian Hummus Mediterranean Kitchen Village Kitchen Nati's Mexican Restaurant Te Mana Cafe Newport Pizza & Ale House Pizza Port The Harp Nico’s / OB Noodle House WOW Cafe The Venetian Ulivo Rancho's Cocina Pomas Italian Delicatessen /Olive Tree Marketplace OB Deli South Beach Bar & Grill Mike’s Taco Club Tony's Wonderland Mother’s Saloon Sunshine Co. / The Reunion BO-beau kitchen + cafe Sapporo Wonderland / 3rd Corner To The Point Eatery Sapporo The Joint Little Chef Ocean Beach Kabob Thai Time Pure Thai Rancho's Cocina OB Peoples Organic Food Co-op OB Noodle House OB Noodle House Bar 1502 3rd Corner Gianni Buonomo Vintners 3rd Corner Gianni Buonomo Vintners OB Smoothie Pirate’s Cove Tiki Port OB Noodle House / 1502 Noodle House Arizona Cafe

Sunshine Company Saloon OB Smoothie Mother’s Saloon

Pepe's Roberto's Lucy's Tavern Mother's Saloon Ortega's Cocina Lucy's Tavern Roberto’s Margaritas Ulivo Daybreak Island Grill To The Point To The Point Pizza Port Hodad’s Mother's Saloon Tower Two South Beach Bar & Grill South Beach Bar & Grill OB Warehouse Chris' Liquor WOW Cafe 1502 Noodle House The Arizona Cafe The Joint Taika Sushi Poma’s Italian Delicatessen Plant Power Thai Time Olive Tree market place Chris' Liquor Newport Quik Stop Tilted Stick

When we began our Readers Choice Awards several years ago, we saw it as a golden opportunity to laud our hard-working merchants for the dedication and long hours they endure to bring our community high-quality merchandise, services and food every day. Too often, local merchants don’t get the feedback they need to fine-tune their stores and restaurants to better serve customers. Just as important, we felt readers should have more of a stake in their community and have their voices heard when it comes to picking the “best of the best” in Ocean Beach. After all, we are one big family here in OB. We appreciate your vote when it comes to our Readers Choice Awards and so do local merchants. Your vote counts, and you help inspire our local businesses to continue setting the bar high. Shop local and support your local businesses! And be sure to cast your vote in our next round of Readers Choice Awards! — The Peninsula Beacon

Best Overall Restaurant Nati’s Mexican Restaurant Year after year, Beacon readers have said Nati’s Mexican Restaurant is their favorite local restaurant overall, for eight years running! It’s no wonder, though, as Nati’s has been serving the finest Mexican dishes made from scratch with fresh ingredients for more than 56 years. The owners take tremendous pride in serving virtually every dish made to order, including chili rellenos made with fresh chilies while providing patrons with affordable prices. They offer a variety of margaritas, Mexican and American beers, cocktails and wines. Diners may enjoy dining indoor or on the patio. Open daily at 11 a.m. for lunch and dinner. Nati’s Mexican Restaurant 1852 Bacon St. (619) 224-3369 natis.sandiegan.com

Best New Restaurant (tie) Ocean Beach Brewery The goal of Ocean Beach Brewery is to craft a distinctly local beer that is as much a testament to the community around us as it is to the art of craft brewing. Their intent to present craft beers that are innovative in spirit and a cause for pleasent contemplation, while their threestory, rustic-tasting room provides an inspirational view of Ocean Beach; a combination that invokes a sense of enjoyment that is unparalelled on Newport Avenue. Of course, their food is what won them the title of Best New Restaurant. OB Brewery offers friendly attentive service, relaxed atmosphere and delectable eats. Kids are always welcome and they would love to host any events. Add to this one of the best ocean views in San Diego and

you just can't go wrong. Every aspect of Ocean Beach Brewery is an experiment in artistry with Ocean Beach as their exclusive muse. Ocean Beach Brewery 5041 Newport Ave. 619-955-8053 obbrewingco.com

Plant Power The Plant Power Fast Food Family feel that there’s a better way, and they’re offering you some new choices in burgers, fries, wraps, tacos, salads, shakes, smoothies and other tasty treats made entirely without the use of animal products, GMO’s or artificial ingredients and served to you in 100% biodegradable materials. They recognize that we’re all moving pretty quickly these days but that doesn’t mean we shouldn’t be able to enjoy some nourishing fast food that feeds our soul and makes our mouth happy. Now we can enjoy a delicious meal or snack that’s kind to our animal friends, easy on the planet and good for the body we live in. Plant Power 2204 Sunset Cliffs Blvd 619-450-6845 Plantpowerfastfood.com

Best Overall Service OB Warehouse OB Warehouse world food and bar is an innovative American eatery in an industrial-chic space in Ocean Beach. One of the many Cohn owned restaurants, a great addition to their list of acheivements earns them the Best Overall Service title from our readers! OB Warehouse 4839 Newport Ave. (619) 222-1700 cohnrestaurants.com /obwarehouse

Best Acai Bowl OB Smoothie Routinely charged with having the best acai (pronounced: ah-sigh-ee)

READERS CHOICE AWARDS 2016 bowls around OB, portions are huge with lots of fresh fruit to order, such as fresh mango, banana, blueberries and, of course, the chilled acai mix itself. Try yours with a little granola and honey for a real treat. Other specialites include traditional juice drinks and fruit bowls. A great breakfast or lunch alternative to heavier take-out options. OB Smoothie 5001 Newport Ave. (619) 756-6265

Best American Raglan Public House Raglan Public House is a New Zealand-inspired organic burger joint that specializes in organic gourmet burgers, sandwiches and salads, as well as a constantly rotating selection of craft beers and craft cocktails. Conveniently located on the corner of Niagara and Bacon in the heart of OB, Raglan is a great place to come grab a local Craft beer and the best burger in all of San Diego! Raglan Public House 1851 Bacon St 619-794-2304 raglanpublichouse.com

Best Appetizer BO-beau kitchen + bar Part of the local powerhouse Cohn Restaurant group, BO-beau takes its place as their premiere French restaurant. And this is no mere

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bistro, we’re talking about classic French cuisine, from starters like escargot with a garlic-herb butter sauce and smoked salmon tartare tartine with brie and celery greens to main courses of bouef bourguignon, chicken fricassee and a selection of moules, salads and pastas. But you won’t find any cliché Gallic restaurant snobbery here; everything at BO-beau is done in an inviting, warm and casual dining atmosphere. Entrees will run you between $12-$20, a good bargain for fine French fare. BO-beau kitchen + bar 4996 West Point Loma Blvd. (619) 224-2884

Best Atmosphere BO-beau kitchen + bar (see entry under Best Appetizer)

Best Bagels Point Loma Bagels This local mom and pop bagel shop has as big a selection of favorites you would expect to find at one of the big chain bagel shops. Stop by and choose your favorite and enjoy the fresh smell you get from fresh made bagels and coffee. You’ll enjoy a nice variety of cream cheese selections and other specials at this neighborhood shop. Point Loma Bagel 3704 Voltaire Street, Ste. 107

Best Italian The Venetian 3663 Voltaire St. (619) 223-8197 venetian1965.com

(619) 223-4788

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The Venetian Even after receiving numerous awards this local Ocean Beach/ Point Loma restaurant is still humbled by the continued recognition. This little Italian restaurant has stayed true to its family recipes more than 40 years, pleasing generations of families. Owners Frank and Joe appreciate the local business and enjoy meeting the community that helps their restaurant prosper. The food has best been described as California-Italian, which simply means you can expect great fare without a lot of heavy sauce, the way some other places think Italian should be done. The pastas and chicken entrees will command your serious attention, as will the tidy bar and the family-style menu and great atmosphere.

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1st PLACE

2nd PLACE

Best Italian Best Pizza Best Dinner

Best Overall Restaurant Best Restaurant Service Most Romantic

Voted

A consistent winner for

BEST Pizza

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BEST Italian

OPEN FOR LUNCH & DINNER

for the 9th Straight Year!

Enjoy Our Full Bar & Large Covered Patio Wine Cellar / Dining Room 3663 Voltaire St., Point Loma • (619) 223-8197 • Delivery Available to OB/Pt. Loma

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Best Bar Sunshine Company Saloon An Ocean Beach institution since 1974, Sunshine Company Saloon features an ocean view deck with beautiful sunset views and ocean breezes. Inside you’ll find satellite sports on plasma TVs, pool tables, Internet, jukebox and great Mexican food. Enjoy happy hour daily 5 to 6 p.m. offering drink specials and 28 beers on tap and many locally handcrafted brews. Stop by and check out their recent remodel! Sunshine Company Saloon 5028 Newport Ave., Ocean Beach (619) 222-0722

Tiki Port

Best Acai Bowl

Tiki Port is a unique drive-through and outdoor cafe located in the heart of Ocean Beach. Aside from 12 different delicious brewed coffees, Tiki Port will get you entirely acquainted with a whole new way of life with extremely healthy, exotic, and delicious acai bowls, fresh fruit smoothies, exciting frappes, crafty iced cold brewed coffee and much more to meet your energy needs. Tiki Port also offers a variety of sinful pastries, bagels and other treats. Ocean Beach brings diversity and with diversity comes a new way of life with food and beverages that are healthy and delicious. The drive-through area offers a variety of other sundries such as surf was, cigis, lotion, energy bars, bottled beverages and more. Customers get free kids treats and dog treats while visiting.

Best Bakery The European Cake Gallery

Best Bar (tie) Sunshine Company Saloon

The European Cake Gallery is as the name suggests, a gallery of delicious cakes and other goodies you are not likely to see at one location. Local favorites include apple, pumpkin and other pies which line the shelves as surely as the German chocolate, carrot and white Bavarian cakes, cookies and fruit bars — and you haven’t lived until you’ve tried a piece of the Swiss Black Forest. Open Tuesdays — Saturdays from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m.

An Ocean Beach institution since 1974, Sunshine Company Saloon features an ocean view deck with beautiful sunset views and ocean breezes. Inside you’ll find satellite sports on plasma TVs, pool tables, Internet, jukebox and great Mexican food. Enjoy happy hour daily 5 to 6 p.m. offering drink specials and 28 beers on tap and many locally handcrafted brews. Stop by and check out their recent remodel! Sunshine Saloon Company 5028 Newport Ave. (619) 222-0722

The European Cake Gallery 3661 Voltaire St. (619) 222-3377 europeancakegallery.com

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Watch Sports on our GIANT 110” & 120” TV’s

VOTED BEST BAR

and a favorite for Sports Bar, Happy Hour Ocean View, Beer Selection, & People Watching

Tiki Port 2201 Cable St. 619-399-9031

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Over 100 Brews with 28 on Tap!

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5028 Newport Ave., OB 619-222-0722

Best Beer Selection

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#1 BEST BEER SELECTION

& A FAVORITE FOR PIZZA! A CONSISTENT WINNER FOR BEER SELECTION & PIZZA JOIN US FOR:

SAN DIEGO BEER WEEK NOV. 10TH

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Benchmark Keep the Pint Night Here's your Damn Stout, IPA and others

Annual Sours Extravaganza Barrel-aged Night featuring Consecration, Red Poppy, Silva Stout, Agave Maria, Oude Tart, and more Track 10, Old Rasputn XIX

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Newport Pizza & Ale House 24 DRAFT BEER ON TAP + 100 BOTTLE BEERS + PIZZA BY THE SLICE + FREE DELIVERY IN OB 5050 NEWPORT AVE. • OCEAN BEACH • 619.224.4540 • WWW.OBPIZZASHOP.COM

MARTINIS • CLASSIC COCKTAILS • CRAFT COCKTAILS! Best Pizza

5034 Newport Ave.,OB 619-223-0558

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Best Chinese Little Chef Little Chef has become a favorite for Asian food as well as fast, fresh take-out. They’ve been at the same location for more than 22 years. That means not only does Little Chef have the best Chinese, but it will be really tough to beat their prices! Some 60 chicken, beef and shrimp dishes dot the menu. Add the daily specials, and there’s not a lot Little Chef is missing! Little Chef 4910 Newport Ave. (619) 222-6627

Best Deli

Chris’ Liquor & Deli

Best Bar Lucy’s Tavern Great bar food, cheap beer, music and the kind of atmosphere you’d find at the local favorite bar. Stop in for a cool drink or a game of pool. There’s no place like Lucy’s to relax and immerse yourself in laid back lifestyle so uniquely OB. It’s not complicated. It’s Lucy’s.

Chris’ Liquor & Deli was the first family owned deli in San Diego opening in 1956. They take great pride in making great sandwiches with the best quality Boars Head meats and cheeses. Over 15 types of salads (all homemade from scratch) including their renowned cevichi along with 40 other sandwiches is what continues to propel them to the top to win the “gold” medal for best deli. Chris’ has always been known for its original famous hot pastrami sandwich, known as the “Harpoon,” as well as other favorites as voted in the readers choice polls. They also offer over 300 crafted beers, fine wines and liquors to fullfill all your shopping needs. Stop by and see what everyone is talking about. Check out the newly remodeled oceanview deck! Chris' Liquor & Deli 2275 Sunset Cliffs Blvd. (619) 222-0518 | Chrisliquor.com

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Lucy’s Tavern Great bar food, cheap beer, music and the kind of atmosphere you’d find at the local favorite bar. Stop in for a cool drink or a game of pool. There’s no place like Lucy’s to relax and immerse yourself in laid back lifestyle so uniquely OB. It’s not complicted. It’s Lucy’s. Lucy's Tavern 4906 Voltaire St (619) 224-0834

Best Bartender Amanda Panda Tony’s (See entry under Best Martini)

from 11 a.m. to 1:30 a.m. them on game days where you’re sure to find your favorite sports team competing on one of their 10 big- screen TV’s. You might even be lucky enough to see your team broadcasted on the 80-inch— stop by— sit down and enjoy this great place. BBQ House 5025 Newport Ave. (619) 222-4311 bbqhouseob. com

Best Beer Selection (tie) Newport Pizza & Ale House With a motto of “No crap on tap!,” Newport Pizza & Alehouse is a slice of heaven for beer and pizza afficionados. With 21 taps and at least 100 local and imported bottled beers, this is the place to settle in for some delicious pizza like the Ron Jeremy meatlovers, Clint Eastwood barbeque chicken or Big Kahuna Hawaiian specialties, among 27 others. Or build your own! Newport Pizza & Ale House sports an ocean view and for those who want to bring Fido along while the master sips a cold one the venue has a dog-friendly patio. Hours of operation are Sundays through Thursdays from 11 a.m. to 12 a.m., Fridays and Saturdays

THANK YOU O.B. & PT. LOMA FOR VOTING US BEST CAFE

Pizza Port

Pizza Port 1956 Bacon St. (619) 224-4700 pizzaport.com/locations/oc

Best Brunch (tie) Wonderland Ocean Pub (see entry under Best Ocean View)

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Newport Pizza & Ale House 5050 Newport Ave. (619) 224-4540 obpizzashop.com

As any true beer afficionado will tell you, the quality of a brew selection is every bit as important, if not more so, than the number of beers on offer. Fortunately for Ocean Beach locals, the newest member of the Pizza Port family opened in May 2010 at the corners of Bacon and Santa Monica, and have both the quality and quantity to satisfy the most discerning beer pallet. The seven in-house craft brews run the gamut from a light “No Surf Cream Ale” to their hefty “Cho-Saiko Double IPA” and even a microbrew root beer made on the premiess. This doesn’t count the dozens of other beers available. And, who doesn’t love a great beer with great pizza!

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1959 Abbott St., Ocean Beach, CA 92107 1830 D Sunset Cliffs Blvd. CA 92107

OB & Point Loma

Thank You for choosing us the

Readers Choice for

BEST CHINESE and TAKE-OUT

Newbreak Coffee & Cafe has been serving up the best cup of coffee, delicious breakfast & lunch for the last 20 years. It has been recommended by Trip Advisor and has won the award for best cafe consistently. The relaxed friendly atmosphere & free Wi-Fi makes these cafes a must visit.

LITTLE

CHEF CHINESE FOOD TO GO 9 Years in a Row

We appreciate your support over the last 27 years!

4910 Newport Ave. Ocean Beach, CA. 619-222-6627

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3rd Corner Wine Shop & Bistro Your first glance at this OB wine bar may prompt a certain confusion. You won’t know whether you’ve walked into a bar that dabbles in retail sales or a wine cellar with a drinking license—such is the level of attention this establishment renders for both services. Hundreds of bottles from around the world are there for the taking, surrounded by funkycolored walls and maps of the world’s most well-known wine regions. 3rd Corner serves dinner, too, and many patrons making it a habit of ordering a meal and then visiting the racks to pick the wine that goes best with their food. And you won’t be paying an inflated price just because you’re at a restaurant. 3rd Corner 2265 Bacon St. (619) 223-2700

Best Chef Tim Eylens OB Warehouse (see entry under Best Overall Service)

Best Breakfast Old Townhouse Restaurant Bringing you the comforts of homestyle cooking when you’re not at home! We all love the excitement of visiting new places and eating new foods but as travelers we sometimes

want the creature comforts of home. This is where the Old Townhouse comes to the rescue — the meals are like they’ve come out of your own kitchen. Enjoy bottomless cups of coffee, breakfast all day, daily specials including biscuits and gravy and specialty omelettes, Mexican breakfasts to get those gastronomic juices flowing and more! They also do to-go orders! Old Townhouse Restaurant 4941 Newport Ave. (619) 222-1880 oldtownhouserestaurant.com

Best Healthy Dining Ocean Beach People’s Organic Food Market Ocean Beach People's Organic Food Market, San Diego’s only customer owned grocer, boasts an award winning sit-down deli featuring a delicious selection of vegetarian and vegan entrees, soups, salads, sandwiches, freshly prepared baked goods, desserts, and more! Additionally, People’s offers an extensive selection of organic produce, grocery, dairy, bulk foods and herbs, supplements, cruelty-free body care, gifts and aromatherapy products. Ocean Beach People’s Organic Food Market 4765 Voltaire St. (619) 224-1387 obpeoplesfood.coop

Best Burger (tie) Hodad’s

Hodad’s is no longer just a local favorite featured on Diners, DriveIns & Dives and voted by CNN as one of the top five burger joints in the country. Hodad’s is the only burger joint recognized on the West Coast! Fodor’s travel guides call the Hodad’s bacon cheeseburger “awesome,” and there’s even a grilled cheese sandwich on the menu for those desiring lighter fare. Those who want to see what all the fuss is about can stop by the original location or the new location now open downtown. A local legend for years has definitely hit the big time! Hodad’s 5010 Newport Ave. (619) 224-4623 945 Broadway, Downtown (619) 234-6323 hodadies.com

Best New Restaurant Ocean Beach Brewery The goal of Ocean Beach Brewery is to craft a distinctly local beer that is as much a testament to the community around us as it is to the art of craft brewing. Their intent to present craft beers that are innovative in spirit and a cause for pleasent contemplation, while their three-story, rustic-tasting room provides an inspirational view of Ocean Beach; a combination that invokes a sense of enjoyment that is unparalelled on Newport Avenue. Of course, their food is what won them the title of Best New Restaurant. OB Brewery offers friendly attentive service, relaxed atmosphere and delectable eats. Kids are always welcome and they would love to host any events. Add to this one of the best ocean views in San Diego and you just can't go wrong. Every aspect of Ocean Beach Brewery is an experiment in artistry with Ocean Beach as their exclusive muse. Ocean Beach Brewery 5041 Newport Ave. 619-955-8053 obbrewingco.com. 0

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BEST NEW RESTAURANT & MEDITERRANEAN Hummus from fresh &field traced non-GMO Chickpeas. Only the freshest ingredients

619-642-0298 order online for fast pick-up hummusmk.com 4884 Newport Ave. O.B.

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A Readers Choice for Best Sushi For the 8th time! And a favorite for Steak

Come check out our NEW SUSHI ROLLS and RIBEYE Steak Dinner! 5059 NEWPORT AVE. | SAN DIEGO, CA 92107 619-222-6686

(see entry under Best American)

Best Burrito Nico’s Mexican Food Love burritos? You’ll really love the

Nico’s burrito. According to the majority, it’s the best! The chicken taquitos rate high as well, as does the veggie burrito, breakfast burrito, California burrito, well, most of their burritos. Did we mention the legendary hot sauce? The food is reasonably priced, especially for the

amount you receive. In a city that touts close to five million Mexican restaurants. Nico’s Mexican Food 4918 Newport Ave. (619) 223-0230 nicosmexicanfood.menutoeat.com

Best Café Newbreak Coffee/Cafe With two locations in Ocean Beach to satisfy the caffeine urge of locals and visitors, Newbreak Coffee and Cafe is celebrating more than 20 years in business. The venues are bright, colorful and inviting, tempting guests to return time after time. Delicious breakfast combinations await, along with wraps, vegetarian fare, soups, salads and grilled paninis. If you’re on the go, call ahead and simply pick your order up. Did you know they have a boutique area where you can buy your teas and coffees in bulk or pick up a gift card for that special someone? Whether you’re in a rush or need some down time to savor your coffee and a sumptuous bagel, Newbreak gives you two locations and plenty of choices to get your day off on the right foot. Newbreak Coffee and Cafe • 1959 Abbott St. (619) 224-6666 • 1830 Sunset Cliffs Blvd., Ste D (619) 226-4471 newbreakcafe.com

READERS CHOICE AWARDS 2016 Best Catering To The Point With a simple phone call to To the Point Catering and Events, you can be a guest at your event. To the Point is a full-service catering and event-planning company dedicated to providing each and every client with exquisite food and exceptional service. Whether you are throwing an intimate party for 15 guests or hosting a large event for hundreds, To the Point can help you with every component to ensure your vision becomes your reality. To the Point pledges its reputation for integrity and reliability throughout every stage of planning. To the Point 4161 Voltaire St. (619) 226-6222

Best Chinese Little Chef Little Chef has become a favorite for Asian food as well as fast, fresh take-out. They’ve been at the same location for more than 27 years. That means not only does Little Chef have the best Chinese, but it will be really tough to beat their prices! Some 60 chicken, beef and shrimp dishes dot the menu. Add the daily specials, and there’s not a lot Little Chef is missing! Little Chef 4910 Newport Ave. (619) 222-6627

Best Coffee Shop Jungle Java Jungle Java is located on Newport Avenue right in the heart of Ocean Beach. What makes this coffee spot unique is that it is practically an outdoors coffee shop (it has a tarp roof), so you feel as if you're sitting peacefully in your own backyard sipping on a cup of tea or coffee. You are surrounded by lush plants and flowers, most of which are for sale. It's a great place to go for a little peace and quiet, to study, or just unwind during the day. And it’s just step to the beach! Jungle Java 5047 Newport Ave. (619) 224-0249

Best Deli (tie) Chris’ Liquor & Deli Chris’ Liquor & Deli was the first family owned deli in San Diego opening in 1956. They take great pride in making great sandwiches with the best quality Boars Head meats and cheeses. Over 15 types of salads (all homemade) including their renowned cevichi along with 40 other sandwiches is what continues to propel them to the top to win the “gold” medal for best deli. Chris’ has always been known for its original famous hot pastrami sandwich, known as the “Harpoon,” as well as other favorites as voted in the readers choice polls. They also offer over 300 crafted beers, fine wines and liquors to fullfill all your shopping needs. Stop by and see what everyone is talking about. Check out the newly remodeled oceanview deck! Chris' Liquor & Deli 2275 Sunset Cliffs Blvd. (619) 222-0518 Chrisliquor.com

Olive Tree Market Olive Tree Marketplace, OB’s only upscale, independently-owned grocery store, offers patrons a variety of quality fare, including wine and cheese, locally grown produce USDA Choice grade beef and fresh-baked goods. Their wine and beer selection is truly impressive. You’ll love the deli which uses the market’s best ingedients to craft mouthwatering sandwiches. Meat lovers will want to try the Manhattan, a hot pastrami sandwich smothered with melted provolone cheese and served on a toasted onion roll, while vegetarians will appreciate the Euro Veggie, a combination of chopped Kalamata olives and chives, sprouts, tomato, cucumbers and feta cheese served on warm pita bread. In all, the deli serves more than 20 sandwiches and more than 20 varieties of salad. Olive Tree Marketplace 4805 Narragansett Ave.

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The Village Kitchen offers American (Traditional) and Mexican cuisine. So, there’s sure to be something for everyone. Many of the regulars rave about the chilaquiles (and other Mexican selections), the three egg breakfast and biscuits and gravy. You can also enjoy albondigas from the menu. Some say the salsa is some of the best you’ll find. Enjoy a casual setting— perfect for families or large groups. The staff is friendly and

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the prices are just right! Village Kitchen 4853 Newport Ave. (619) 222-0151

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Jungle Java is located on Newport Avenue right in the heart of Ocean Beach. What makes this coffee spot unique is that it is practically an outdoors coffee shop (it has a tarp roof), so you feel as if you're sitting peacefully in your own backyard sipping on a cup of tea or coffee. You are surrounded by lush plants and flowers, most of which are for sale. It's a great place to go for a little peace and quiet, to study, or just unwind during the day. And it’s just steps to the beach! Jungle Java 5047 Newport Ave. | (619) 224-0249

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Best Desserts Azúcar Azucar communicates the Cuban origins of Owner/Chef Vivian Hernandez-Jackson — producing Cuban-inspired favorites like light coconut cupcakes and red velvet cake or unique mojito cookies. Other fare include specialty Cuban items such as Cuban sandwiches with turkey and pork, papa rellenas (stuffed potato balls), corquetas (small fried rolls filled with minced meat, mashed potatoes, and or shell fish and vegetables), pastelitos (baked puffs with filling), Azucar brings a taste of ethnicity to an ordinary lunch or snack. Whether you’re in the mood for a Cuban sandwich or a delicate cupcake, this green establishment will always bring an exotic flavor to the table. Azucar 4820 Newport Ave. (619) 523-2020 iloveazucar.com

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other places think Italian should be done. The pastas and chicken entrees will command your serious attention, as will the tidy bar and the family-style menu.

Best Fish & Chips WOW Cafe The Walk-On-Water Ocean Beach Pier Cafe has a one-of-a-kind atmosphere and view! Where else can you enjoy lunch while sitting over the ocean. Sit back, and enjoy their amazing fish and chips, which is why it was voted best by Beacon readers. The portions of WOW Cafe’s plates are generous and its prices are reasonable. Besides fish and chips, WOW is known for lobster tacos and even its pancakes. The cafe is small and quaint, with an eclectic decor, but one thing is for sure, nothing beats the views, fish and people watching.

WOW Ocean Beach Pier Cafe 5091 Niagara Ave. (on the Pier) (619) 226-3474 (fish)

Best Dinner (tie) The Venetian

Best Service, Dinner & Chef

Even after receiving numerous awards this local Point Loma restaurant is still humbled by the continued recognition. This little Italian restaurant has stayed true to its family recipes more than 40 years, pleasing generations of families. The Venetian encompasses a great family atmosphere and if you stop in enough you will feel like family too. Owners Frank and Joe appreciate the local business and enjoy meeting the community that helps their restaurant prosper. The food has best been described as California-Italian, which simply means you can expect great fare without a lot of heavy sauce, the way some

The Venetian 3663 Voltaire St., Point Loma (619) 223-8197 venetian1965.com

OB Warehouse (see entry under Best Overall Service)

Best Donut Shop OB Donut Shop OB Donuts is a great little shop to indulge your sweet tooth! Traditional donuts include glazed, chocolate, jelly, maple and chocolate bars — all freshly baked and mouth watering! They also carry great breakfast sandwiches, including bagel and croissant and your choice of ham, Canadian bacon and lox! This locally owned and operated business has been a donut-loving haven serving the Peninsula for years! OB Donuts 1830 Sunset Cliffs Blvd. (619) 222-0298

Best Early Bird Special Kaiserhoff (see entry under Best German)

Best Family Restaurant Nati’s Mexican Restaurant (see entry under Best Overall)

Best Fish & Chips WOW Cafe The Walk-On-Water Ocean Beach Pier Cafe has a one-of-a-kind atmosphere only to be rivaled by its amazing fish and chips, which is why it was voted best by Beacon readers. The portions of WOW Cafe’s plates are generous and its prices are reasonable. Besides fish and chips, WOW is known for lobster tacos and even its pancakes. The cafe is small and quaint, with an eclectic decor, but one thing is for sure: nothing beats the views or the fish. WOW Ocean Beach Pier Cafe 5091 Niagara Ave. (on the Pier) (619) 226-2262

Best Fish Taco South Beach Bar & Grille Home of the world-famous mahi fish taco, South Beach has drawn a lively mix of locals and visitors alike. Grab a seat at the long wooden bar, watch the sun set behind the crashing surf and order from a full bar featuring 22 tequilas and 40+ beers, including several from award-winning San Diego breweries. In addition to the mahi tacos, diners choose from a variety of

OB Warehouse

OB Warehouse world food and bar offers globally-inspired cuisine, served in an industrial-chic space in Ocean Beach. One of the many Cohen owned restaurants, this newest addition to their list of acheivements earns them the Best New Restaurant title from our readers. OB Warehouse 4839 Newport Ave. (619) 222-1700 cohnrestaurants.com/obwarehouse

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Best Catering To The Point With a simple phone call to To the Point Catering and Events, you can be a guest at your event. To the Point is a full-service catering and event-planning company dedicated to providing each and every client with exquisite food and exceptional service. Whether you are throwing an intimate party for 15 guests or hosting a large event for hundreds, To the Point can help you with every component to ensure your vision becomes your reality. To the Point pledges its reputation for integrity and reliability throughout every stage of planning. To the Point 4161 Voltaire St. (619) 226-6222

Family Owned & Operated Since 1993 We’re on the Pier at the end of Niagara. 619.226.3474

New Hours! Open Daily 8am-10pm

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Best German Kaiserhof Restaurant

Kaiserhof is a great family owned and operated German restaurant. A German restaurant would not be complete without wienerschnitzel or jagerschnitzel. It doesn’t get much better than the “wurstplatte” which includes: bratwurst, knackwurst and bauernwurst with sauerkraut and red potatoes and a good German beer. American style entrees include broiled lobster tail, grilled halibut steak, poached salmon filet with hollandaise, filet mignon Madagascar with peppercorn brandy sauce, or a New York strip steak. Dine in or enjoy the beer garden, a lovely outdoor heated area where you can sip a German brew and enjoy a traditional German and American meal. Full bar available. Kaiserhof Restaurant 2253 Sunset Cliffs Blvd. (619) 224-0606 kaiserhofrestaurant.com

0 fresh seafood, including lobster, wahoo, shark, calamari and shrimp, as well as burgers, chicken and vegetarian options. Enjoy daily food and drink specials, a happy hour menu from 3-6 pm on M-F, and 20 TV's to watch your favorite sports teams. Stop by and see us for the best food and drinks on the beach. South Beach Bar & Grille 5059 Newport Ave. (619) 226-4577 southbeachob.com

Best French Bo-Beau kitchen + bar (see entry under Best Atmosphere)

Best German Kaiserhof Restaurant

enjoy the beer garden, a lovely outdoor heated area where you can sip a German brew and enjoy a traditional German and American meal. Full bar available.

Kaiserhof Restaurant 2253 Sunset Cliffs Blvd. (619) 224-0606 kaiserhofrestaurant.com

Best Happy Hour The Arizona The “AZ” is the place to mingle for anyone who wants a real taste of the beach scene. An Ocean Beach landmark, remodeled Arizona Cafe offers a ’40s-style atmosphere with a contemporary flare, even the ceiling reflects the artistic

Best Atmosphere BO-beau kitchen + bar Part of the local powerhouse Cohn Restaurant group, BO-beau takes its place as their premiere French restaurant. And this is no mere bistro, we’re talking about classic French cuisine, from starters like escargot with a garlic-herb butter sauce and smoked salmon tartare tartine with brie and celery greens to main courses of bouef bourguignon and chicken fricassee and a selection of moules, salads and pastas. But you won’t find any cliché Gallic restaurant snobbery here; everything at BO-beau is done in an inviting, warm and casual dining atmosphere. Entrees will run you between $15-$25, a good bargain for fine French fare. BO-beau kitchen + bar 4996 West Point Loma Blvd. (619) 224-2884

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Best Wine Bar 3rd Corner Wine Shop & Bistro Your first glance at this OB wine bar may prompt a certain confusion. You won’t know whether you’ve walked into a bar that dabbles in retail sales or a wine cellar with a drinking license— such is the level of attention this establishment renders for both services. Hundreds of bottles from around the world are there for the taking, surrounded by funky-colored walls and maps of the world’s most well-known wine regions. 3rd Corner serves dinner, too, and many patrons making it a habit of ordering a meal and then visiting the racks to pick the wine that goes best with their food. You won’t be paying an inflated price just because you’re at a restaurant. 3rd Corner 2265 Bacon St. (619) 223-2700 | the3rdcorner.com

Best Happy Hour Arizona (AZ) Cafe 1925 Bacon St., Ocean Beach (619) 223-7381

The Arizona Cafe The “AZ” is the place to mingle for anyone who wants a real taste of the beach scene. An Ocean Beach landmark, remodeled Arizona Cafe offers a ’40s-style atmosphere with a contemporary flare, even the ceiling reflects the artistic detail of the era. The daily happy hour features food-drink specials. New menu offers burgers, sliders, sandwiches, salads, appetizers and more – an incredibly tasty variety that’s easy on the wallet. Or, grab an order to go from our take-out window. Satellite Sports on big screen plasma TVs, an Internet jukebox and pool tables make this a great place to go and a hard place to leave.

detail of the era. The daily happy hour features food-drink specials. New menu offers burgers, sliders, sandwiches, salads, appetizers and more – an incredibly tasty variety that’s easy on the wallet. Or, grab an order to go from our take-out window. Satellite sports on big screen plasma TVs, an Internet jukebox and pool tables make this a great place to go and a hard place to leave. Free Wi-Fi. The Arizona 1925 Bacon St. (619) 223-7381

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Plus Party Trays of Lasagna, Mini Sandwiches, Pasta, Salad & More

1846 BACON ST., OCEAN BEACH (619) 223-3027

A Local Favorite!

THANK YOU!

Lucy’s thanks everyone for their votes for

BEST BAR BEST BAR TENDER (JULI) BEST MARTINI & LIVE MUSIC

Join us for Football! MORE TAPS! Now with 37 beers on tap featuring your favorite craft brews

Live Bands

Pool Tournament

Every Friday & Saturday Night

Every Monday at 7pm

HAPPY HOUR - EVERYDAY 4-7PM

WELL DRINKS: $3.25 ALL PITCHERS $1.50 OFF MARGARITAS $4.25 Check out our other Daily Specials! 7 TVS • 5 PLASMA TVS • 3 POOL TABLES • FOOSBALL • SHUFFLEBOARD

Now Accepting Most Credit Cards

619-224-0834

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matherapy products. Ocean Beach People’s Organic Food Market 4765 Voltaire St. (619) 224-1387 obpeoplesfood.coop

Best Hot Dog The Arizona (see entry under Best Happy Hour)

Best Ice Cream Lighthouse Ice Cream The Lighthouse who has served up the best ice cream in Ocean Beach, featuring double rainbow super premium, all natural, gluten free and certified kosher ice cream. But Lighthouse also has something that the other places don’t – a hot waffle ice cream sandwich, which includes your favorite ice cream stuffed between two Belgian waffles and put in a special iron. They also serve Snowie Shaved Ice. You just need to decide which flavor to choose! Lighthouse Ice Cream 5059 Newport Ave. (619) 222-8600

Best Indian Sundara Sundara brings the exotic cuisine of India to Ocean Beach and pairs it with craft beers and fine wines, all reasonably priced and served in a friendly atmosphere. Fresh Naan is baked to order and the Curries are slow-cooked to bring out the intricate flavors unique to India. Try the Tikka Masala Pizza, a favorite! Join them for dinner and drinks or order online for takeout and delivery. Sundara 1774 Sunset Cliffs Blvd. (619) 889-0639 sundaracuisine.com

Best Irish Pub/Bar The Harp The Harp offers a warm Irish welcome with friendly staff serving up

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Best American, Burger & Place for a Birthday Party Raglan Public House Raglan Public House is a New Zealand-inspired organic burger joint that specializes in organic gourmet burgers, sandwiches and salads, as well as a constantly rotating selection of craft beers and craft cocktails. Conveniently located on the corner of Niagara and Bacon in the heart of OB, Raglan is a great place to come grab a local Craft beer and the best burger in all of San Diego! Raglan Public House 1851 Bacon St 619-794-2304 raglanpublichouse.com

0 great drinks and conversation. Decorated with autographed pictures of Irish sports stars, this is a good spot to watch sports on the plentiful flat screens. Grab a seat at the open windows and enjoy an afternoon of people watching while eating some fine comfort food, including shepherd's pie, fish ’n’ chips, Irish stew, etc., with a pint of the black stuff. Great venue to watch local bands and get your jig on!

Best Juice Bar OB Smoothie

The Harp 4935 Newport Ave. (619) 222-0168

Best Live Music Venue Best Lunch Winston’s Raglan Public House You already know that Winston’s is

Best Italian The Venetian

the most popular live music venue in OB. It’s been that way for almost all of its 24 plus years and things aren’t expected to change in the foreseeable future. The bar features local and touring bands and has a top notch sound system and full

(See entry under Best Dinner)

(See entry under Best Acai Bowl)

Best Late Night Eatery The Arizona (see entry under Best Happy Hour)

scale lighting system making it one of San Diego’s premier live music venues. Although it’s known for live music, the bar also has some unique happy hour events every week including karaoke and standup comedy nights. Winston’s is proud of its work with the OBMA. Winston’s 1921 Bacon St. (619) 222-6822 winstonsob.com

(see entry under Best American)

Best Margarita Bravos Experience a taste of Mexico!

California Inspired Cuisine

Thank You For Choosing Us The Best For Catering and a Favorite for Brunch, Patio Dining And Pet Friendly We appreciate your loyalty and support OB and Point Loma

Our Eatery is available for private events for up to 60 guests California Beer & Wine Selection Now offering packaged Dinners-TO-G0!

619.226.6222 info@tothepointsd.com 4161 Voltaire Street

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Best BBQ BBQ House One of Ocean Beach’s best-kept secrets may not be a secret anymore. After 25 years of hard work and dedication from Abdullah and his sons, Davin and Melvin, just last year completed their 3rd expansion! While still providing the same great-tasting barbeque, they now offer a full bar with 30 beers on tap. The new ambiance provides customers, old and new, with a nice place to get their BBQ fix and cool off with a drink or two after soaking up the sun at the beach all day. Come hang out with them on game days where you’re sure to find your favorite sports team competing on one of their 10 big- screen TV’s. You might even be lucky enough to see your team broadcasted on the 80-inch! Allow their servers to provide you with full table service while you sit and enjoy this great place. BBQ House 5025 Newport Ave. bbqhouseob. com (619) 222-8600

Bravo’s features your favorite Mexican and seafood plus a full bar serving your favorite drinks. Check out the margarita menu and choose your favorite from a long list! Share a 5-shot, 44 oz. mega margarita with a friend or try one of over 30 premium tequilas from the newly expanded tequila bar. For a healthy alternative try the organic margarita with organic agave syrup, organic tequilla and fresh- squeezed limes! Or just kick back and enjoy your favorite cocktail with one of our famous lobster buckets. Savor one of the best happy hours at the beach! Bravos 5001 Newport Ave. (619) 222-6633

Best Martini Tony’s Bar

Best Mediterranean Ocean Beach Kabob

Tony's 1940s cocktail lounge with a unique atmosphere, loaded with vintage photos of Ocean Beach is the place to be in OB! Savor a classic cocktail or specialty martini while relaxing in one of the booths listening to the Internet juke box or playing a game of pool. Don't miss happy hour everyday from 5 to 7 p.m. Big screen TV's, a smoking patio and ATM make it an allaround great place to hang out. Now accepting credit cards.

Established in 2013, Ocean Beach Kabob is a family-owned and operated restaurant that brings exquisite cuisine to Ocean Beach. All the dishes are homemade from the finest quality meats, vegetables and spices. OB Kabob uses the freshest ingredients in all of its dishes, as well as top-quality beef, lamb and chicken. The shawarma is mouthwatering, delicious and a must-have. They use top cuts of beef and lamb, making its kabobs the most tender and juicy anywhere, and the chicken is made of white meat (breast) only). The taste is simply delicious, you’ll be glad you stopped by.

Tony’s Bar 5034 Newport Ave. (619) 223-0558

Thanks for voting the “New Kids on the Block”

BEST NEW RESTAURANT & a favorite for BEST OCEAN VIEW

Ocean Beach Kabob 4994 Newport Ave. (619) 222-9700 obkabob.com

Best Mexican Nati’s Mexican Restaurant (see entry under Best Overall)

Best Mexican FastFood Nico’s (see entry under Best Burrito)

LIQUOR 30 YEARS IN OB

Stop by and see what’s new - New management, New Beer & New Menu additions

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OB Deli

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Thank you for voting us after just our first year in business!

50% OFF

One of San Diego’s Best Ocean views from our 3rd story Patio

Any Sandwich with coupon - Expires 02-10-17

3 patios-one on each level

- Daily Lunch Specials - Your favorite sandwiches & sides - All inside a full grocery store! - Open Late -Everything you need before you “hit the beach!”

4984 Voltaire, Ocean Beach • (619) 226-8559

Most Romantic BO-beau kitchen + bar

Craft Beer Brewed on premises plus local favorites

A full kitchen featuring your favorite pub-fare

OCEAN BEACH BREWERY OBBREWINGCO.COM • 619-955-8053 • 5041 NEWPORT AVE.

Best Ocean View Wonderland Ocean Pub Wonderland Ocean Pub is an American restaurant and Sports Bar. Burgers, Seafood, Craft Beer, Margaritas with a view of San Diego's finest beach.Using the culture and history of OB as a foundation, Wonderland Ocean Pub was created to exemplify all that is great about this laid back beachfront community. We strive to provide a neighborly atmosphere, where you’ll always be treated like part of our family. With a view unparal-

READERS CHOICE AWARDS 2016 leled to any other, come experience our coastal inspired menu or grab a cold pint of local craft brew. Wonderland Ocean Pub 5083 Santa Monica Ave. (619) 255-3358 wonderlandob.com

Best Omelette Townhouse (see entry under Best Breakfast)

Best Patio Dining Tower Two Café Fresh air, fresh food and fido! Tower Two Cafe offers pet-friendly dining on their patio, so whether you’ve come for breakfast, lunch, dinner or cocktails this restaurant won’t disappoint. The large portion meals include Mexican cuisine, classic American foods, and several seafood meals that are sure to please your palate. So next time you’re out for a stroll with the pooch, make sure you make a point to stroll on over to Tower Two Café and say “Hi” to owners Tim & Debbie Nolan. Tower Two Cafe 5083 Santa Monica Ave., 1B (619) 223-4059 towertwocafe.com

Most Pet Friendly Tower Two

Best Place to People Watch Sunshine Company Saloon (see entry under Best Bar)

Best Polynesian/ Hawaiian Te Mana Cafe Now serving beer, wine and cockails. Stop by to find out why it's the locals' choice for the best organic coffee in town. Home to the natives, this island style café is a historical landmark in an inviting 1924 craftsman with tropical garden and relaxing patio. Enjoy breakfast and lunch made to order. Also try fresh smoothies, iced coffee, teas, and amazing kava drinks. Hawaiian plates, sandwiches, salads, açaí & loco bowls are favorites, and even doggy dinners are available. On your way to the beach, stop in for a meal to-go. On the way back, drop in and enjoy live music and other events that fill their calendar. It's always island time at Te Mana Café. Te Mana Cafe 4956 Voltaire St. (619) 255-9233

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Best Mediterranean Ocean Beach Kabob Established in February 2013, Ocean Beach Kabob is a family-owned and operated restaurant that brings exquisite cuisine to Ocean Beach. All the dishes are homemade from the finest quality meats, vegetables and spices. OB Kabob uses the freshest ingredients in all of its dishes, as well as top-quality beef, lamb and chicken. The shawarma is mouthwatering, delicious and a must-have. Ocean Beach Kabob uses top cuts of beef and lamb, making its kabobs the most tender and juicy anywhere, and the chicken is made of white meat (breast) only. The taste is simply so delicious that you’ll be glad you stopped by. Ocean Beach Kabob 4994 Newport Ave. (619) 222-9700 obkabob.com

Best Acai Bowl OB Smoothie Routinely charged with having the best acai (pronounced: ah-sigh-ee) bowls around OB, portions are huge with lots of fresh fruit to order, such as fresh mango, banana, blueberries and, of course, the chilled acai mix itself. Try yours with a little granola and honey for a real treat. Other specialites include traditional juice drinks and fruit bowls. A great breakfast or lunch alternative to heavier take-out options. OB Smoothie 5001 Newport Ave. (619) 756-6265

(see entry under Best Healthy Dining)

(see entry under Best Patio Dining)

Thank You OB

Best Pizza The Venetian

for Voting Us Best Like us on

(see entry under Best Italian)

Smoothies, Acai, Fruits & Vegetable Drinks, Wheatgrass, Fruit Salads, Bagels & Wraps, Subs & More

Best Place for Birthday Party Raglan Public House (see entry under Best Appetizer)

Best Place to Dance Winston’s (see entry under Best Live Music)

Best Place to Go on a Budget Cotija’s Mexican Cocina Established in 1974, Cotija's Authentic Mexican Cocina has established itself as a delicious and mind blowing restaurant serving up all of the flavors of Mexico and the Ocean. Located in the heart of Point Loma, we have strived to always maintain our quality of our food. If our Chef would not eat it, he will not serve it. Cotija’s Mexican Cocina 3720 Voltaire Street 619-226-1477

(619) 756-6265 phone orders appreciated 5001 Newport Avenue,Suite A

JUICE BAR & ACAI BOWL and a favorite for

HEALTHY DINING

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Barons Marketplace Barons Marketplace is your neighborhood market. They carry a terrific selection of organic, natural and specialty food at rock bottom prices. Enjoy a salad bar and a wonderful assortment of food-to-go! Perfect for beach outings. Barons Market is passionate about value and enthusiastic about passing great deals on to you. No gimmicks. Simply good food. simply good prices. Barons Marketplace 4001 W. Point Loma Blvd. 619-223-4397 baronsmarket.com

Sandwich (tie) Olive Tree Marketplace (see entry under Best Deli)

Poma’s For five decades, Poma’s Italian Delicatessen has wowed customers with its sandwiches. The homemade Italian-style bread and roast beef have drawn customers back since 1965. Poma’s is also well known for homemade Italian specialties including pizza, lasagna and ravioli. Beer and wine is available to go, as well as catering on request. Visit Poma’s, a local legend! Voted a Reader’s Choice for Best Deli & Best Sandwich eight years in a row!

Best Sea Food South Beach Bar & Grille (see entry under Best Fish Tacos)

Best Trademark Drink Tony’s (see entry under Best Martini)

Best Sports Bar Mother’s Saloon Mother's Saloon is located one block from the beach on Bacon. Speaking of bacon ... They smoke the bacon in house. Enjoy bacon wrapped shrimp, dates, jalapenos, hot dogs and the 1/2 lb burgers are to die for... bleu cheese bacon burger yum! If you like spicy ...you need to try the mother f'er burger... with jalapenos and topped with jack cheese, habanero BBQ and spicy volcano sauce...warning extremely hot!!! Come enjoy their weekday $10 Burger, Fries & Beer 11am-5pm or weekday Happy Hour 3-7pm with specials on drinks, beer and appetizers. Enjoy live music Fri. & Sat.10 p.m.-1 a.m. and Sunday (except NFL game days) 4 p.m.-8. Enjoy 50 cent wings during NFL football games. No cover!!! 21+ over. Find them on facebook!!

Best Pizza & Beer Selection Newport Pizza & Ale House With a motto of “No crap on tap!,” Newport Pizza & Alehouse is a slice of heaven for beer and pizza afficionados. With 21 taps and at least 100 local and imported bottled beers, this is the place to settle in for some delicious pizza like the Ron Jeremy meatlovers, Clint Eastwood barbeque chicken or Big Kahuna Hawaiian specialties, among 27 others. Or build your own! Newport Pizza & Ale House sports an ocean view and for those who want to bring Fido along while the master sips a cold one the venue has a dog-friendly patio. Hours of operation are Sundays through Thursdays from 11 a.m. to 12 a.m., Fridays and Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 1:30 a.m. Newport Pizza & Ale House 5050 Newport Ave. (619) 224-4540 obpizzashop.com

Mother’s Saloon 2228 Bacon St. (619) 221-8100 motherssaloon.com

Poma’s 1846 Bacon St. (619) 223-3027 pomasdeli.com

Best Steak BO-beau kitchen + bar (see entry under Best Appetizer)

A Consistant Award-Winning German Restaurant

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Best German Restaurant 8 years in a row! Plus a Readers’s Choice for Best Early Bird Special

Join us for Happy Hour 4-7 PM Tuesday-Friday Reduced prices on selected beer, wine and drinks plus FREE selected appetizers

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Sunset Dinner Specials

Served from 5:00 until 6:30 (orders must be placed by 6:30) Tuesday - Friday

Closed Mondays 2253 Sunset Cliffs Boulevard, San Diego

619.224.0606 KAISERHOFRESTAURANT.COM

Best Sushi Sapporo’s Japanese Restaurant Dim lights and Japanese decor provide appeal to this intimate sushi spot in Ocean Beach. Sapporo’s prime location and great sushi make this a favorite for local sushi enthusiasts. You’ll find traditional nigiri sushi like tuna, yellowtail and scallops, along with other specialty rolls like the Mexican roll, which consists of octopus and a spicy sauce at reasonable prices.

Sapporo’s Japanese Restaurant 5049 Newport Ave. (619) 222-6686)

Best Take-Out Little Chef (see entry under Best Chinese Food)

Best Thai Thai Time Bistro Thai Time Bistro is known for its fresh ingredients and reasonable prices, as well as its clean, sophisticated atmosphere. Food is always served hot, and the chefs don't resort to using canned veggies to speed up the cooking process. The menu is filled with appetizers, soups and entrees that meet restaurant patrons' high standards for tradi

tional Thai dishes like curry, Tom Kha soup and Pad Thai. The spicy seafood soup is a delectable combination of green mussels, crab, calamari, shrimp, lemongrass, mushrooms and cilantro. Thai Time Bistro also has affordable lunch specials. Customers can get soup, salad and a main course at a good price. Open Mon.-Sat. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Thai Time Bistro 1830 Sunset Cliffs Blvd. (619) 223-5000 thaitimebistro.menutoeat.com

Best Vegetarian/Vegan Ranchos Cocina In 1995, Marcos Mouet realized his dream of opening a restaurant that served fresh, mostly organic, homemade Mexican cuisine. That dream of making nutritious and delicious food from scratch began when he was a young man in his 20s. He had fond memories of this time, before refrigeration, when most people lived on "Ranchos" and grew their own food. Thus, the restaurant Ranchos was opened with the traditional spirit of the "Ranchos" of Mexico. His continuing vision of creating a real "Rancho" is on the drawing table. This will be a place where people can reconnect to the delectable visions and aromas of the fertile soil and feel the spirit of what living with nature is like. Ranchos Cocina 1830 Sunset Cliffs Blvd. (619) 226-7619 ranchoscocina.com

Best Vietnamese/Pho OB Noodle House OB Noodle House specializes in pho and run by the two sons of the owners of OB Donut. The pho comes highly recommended in two sizes. Enjoy a hearty broth and “mix-ins,” including sprouts, basil, lime and jalapeño. Choose from steak, rib-eye, meatball or tripe. Also on the menu, you’ll find broken rice, fried rice, some vermicelli dishes and a Korean barbecue rib plate. They have appetizers (like fried dumplings, spring rolls, egg rolls) and a good beer selection, with many imports from Asia, all at great prices. It’s located on Cable Street between Voltaire and West Point Loma You’ll also enjoy their sushi bar next door. Check out their other location – Bar 1502 on Niagra.

OB Noodle House 2218 Cable St. (619) 450-6868 obnoodlehouse.com

Best Wings OB Noodle House Bar 1502 (see entry under Best Pho)

Best Wine Shop 3rd Corner (see entry under Best Brunch)

Wine Bar/Selection 3rd Corner (see entry under Best Brunch)

READERS CHOICE AWARDS 2016

THURSDAY NOVEMBER 10, 2016

The Peninsula Beacon

THANKS FOR VOTING US A FAVORITE FOR BEST OMELETTE AND BREAKFAST Coffee Hut Breakfast Lunch Bloody Mary Bar Daybreakislandgrill.com READERS CHOICE AWARDS

Best Omelette & Breakfast

Take Out • Patio • TV/Sports

Luau Pancakes, Loco Moco, Eggs Benedict(s), Homemade Banana Bread, French Toast, Kalua Pulled Pork/BBQ Sauce, Salads & Sandwiches Top Rated Espresso/Kona Coffee

Aloha Hour: 7-8am M-F (Free Kona Coffee with entree) 7am - 3pm M - F • 7am - 4pm S/S • 619-222-0406 • 2296 Bacon Street, Ocean Beach

How Sweet It Is! Thank you for voting us...

Best Overall Restaurant Nati’s Mexican Restaurant 1852 Bacon St. (619) 224-3369 natis.sandiegan.com

Nati’s Mexican Restaurant Once again, Beacon readers have said Nati’s Mexican Restaurant is their favorite local restaurant overall, for eight years running! It’s no wonder, though, as Nati’s has been serving the finest Mexican dishes made from scratch with fresh ingredients for more than 56 years. The owners take tremendous pride in serving virtually every dish made to order, including chili rellenos made with fresh chilies while providing patrons with affordable prices. They offer a variety of margaritas, Mexican and American beers, cocktails and wines. Diners may enjoy dining indoor or on the patio. Open daily at 11 a.m. for lunch and dinner.

The Readers Choice for more than 25 years on the Peninsula. Thank you for your continued support.

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A Beacon Reader’s Choice for Bakery Desserts

EUROPEAN CAKE GALLERY Specializing in “Swiss Black Forest” cake & pastries for all occasions

619-222-3377 • 3661 Voltaire St. Open Tues–Sat 7am–4pm

4994 Newport Ave. #A Ocean Beach (Next to Starbucks)

(619) 222-9700 ObKabob.com

Middle Eastern Cuisine

Thank you for voting us #1 BEST MEDITERRANEAN and a favorite for Take-Out In appreciation

FREE LUNCH When you buy a lunch of equal or greater value with coupon Expires 12-10-16

12 allocated Beers on Tap

Happy Hour Tues & Thurs 11am-11pm $3 Sculpins by Ballast Point

Kabobs • Shawarma • Hummus • Falafels Baba Ghanoush • Beer & Wine

Plus Salads, Desserts & More! Open Everyday 11am-11pm

Now Open for Breakfast on Sundays! Watch the game & enjoy Breakfast & Drink Specials

READERS CHOICE AWARDS 2016

THURSDAY NOVEMBER 10, 2016

The Peninsula Beacon

THANK YOU FOR VOTING US FIRST PLACE!

BEST OVERALL RESTAURANT FOR 8 YEARS IN A ROW!

Also voted a Gold Medal for BEST MEXICAN & FAMILY RESTAURANT

BEST PATIO DINING

AND THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT OVER THE LAST 56 YEARS!

BEST MARGARITA

BEST DINNER

COCKTAIL S • AMPLE PARKING • PATIO DINING • CANDLELIGHT DINING

1852 Bacon Street One block from O.B. Pier 619–224–3369 MEXICAN RESTAURANT