Perhaps the most well-known of coastal San Diego communities, La Jolla or “the jewel” is a prominent and popular coastal community. From the cliffs of Torrey Pines to Birdrock, La Jolla offers some of the most breathtaking coastline in California. In addition to postcard-perfect beaches, the city is home to world-class dining and shopping. La Jolla offers a pedestrian focused shopping district in its Village. It’s filled with trendy boutiques, cafes, coffee houses, numerous art galleries and fine restaurants. La Jolla’s coast features secluded coves and beaches, ocean caves, parks, seal beach and the renowned coast walk promenade.

La Jolla is filled with spectacular homes including beachfront properties and stunning 360° views atop Mount Soledad. La Jolla is home to the University of California-San Diego (UCSD), Birch Aquarium, the La Jolla Playhouse and the Museum of Contemporary Art. From cultural events, to world class snorkeling & kayaking to famous surf spots, La Jolla is a coveted community.

Out & About in La Jolla

 

 

 

 

 

 

Restaurants

Beaumont’s Eatery, 5662 La Jolla Blvd., 858.459.0574, $

Cusp, 7955 La Jolla Shores Drive, 858.551.3620, $$

George’s California Modern, 1250 Prospect St., 858.454.4244, $$$

The Hake, 1250 Prospect St., 858.454.1637,  $$

Herringbone, 7837 Herschel Ave., 858.459.0221,  $$$

La Valencia, 1132 Prospect St., 858.454.0771,  $$

Manhattan of La Jolla, 7766 Fay Ave., 858.459.0700,  $$

The Marine Room, 200 Spindrift Drive,. 858.459.7222  $$$$

Nine-Ten, 910 Prospect St., 858.964.5400,  $$$

Roppongi, 875 Prospect St., 858.551.5252,  $$

Tapenade, 7612 Fay Ave., 858.551.7500,  $$$

Whisknladle, 1044 Wall St., 858.551.7575, $$

Schools in the Solana Beach Area

La Jolla Elementary School 1111 Marine Street San Diego, CA 92037 (858) 454-7196	Public	K to 5
La Jolla Senior High School 750 Nautilus Street San Diego, CA 92037 (858) 454-3081	Public	9 to 12
La Jolla Country Day School 9490 Genessee Avenue La Jolla, CA 92037 (858) 453-3440	Private	PK to 12
The Bishop’s School 7607 La Jolla Boulevard La Jolla, CA 92037 (858) 459-4021	Private	6 to 12