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University City

The best of University City, ranked by what locals say in their reviews. 191 places, never pay-to-rank.

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Top 10 in University City

  1. 1The Escape Game San Diego (Westfield UTC)

    The Escape Game San Diego (Westfield UTC)

    Escape room in University City

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  2. 2Harmetz & Kim Dentistry

    Harmetz & Kim Dentistry

    Dentist in University City

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  3. 3Smashburger

    Smashburger

    Burger joint in University City.

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  4. 4JOEY La Jolla

    JOEY La Jolla

    Restaurant in University City.

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  5. 5Personal Trainer San Diego – Iron Orr Fitness

    Personal Trainer San Diego – Iron Orr Fitness

    A private personal-training studio near UTC, specializing in one-on-one coaching.

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  6. 6David S Eshom, DDS

    David S Eshom, DDS

    Dentist in University City

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  7. 7MeloMelo Coconut Dessert

    MeloMelo Coconut Dessert

    Dessert shop in University City.

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  8. 8Pilates Republic UTC

    Pilates Republic UTC

    Pilates studio in University City.

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  9. 9Urgent Care Pet Clinic

    Urgent Care Pet Clinic

    Veterinarian in University City

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  10. 10Sunshine Moving Services

    Sunshine Moving Services

    Moving company in University City

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Nearby neighborhoods

2.3 miClairemont Mesa (East + West)180 places

Mid-century ranch homes, Tecolote Canyon trails and the Convoy-adjacent eats of Balboa and Genesee avenues.

Top picks: Mike’s Red Tacos – Clairemont Mesa · Romanella Cucina Romana · T K DoughnutBest Mexican Restaurants · 14 here
2.7 miBay Ho39 places

Small hillside neighborhood between Clairemont and Mission Bay, with Tecolote Canyon trails and quick access to the bay's beaches.

Top picks: Cadman Park · Alcott Park · Quint GalleryBest Lawyers · 5 here
2.8 miSorrento Valley152 places

Biotech and tech campuses off I-805, Los Peñasquitos Canyon trails and the waterfall hike, with lunch-crowd taco spots and coffee.

Top picks: Pure Project · The Coffee Cart Café & Espresso Catering · LuckyBolt Kitchen + BakeryBest Coffee Shops · 16 here
3.6 miLa Jolla554 places

Kayaking and sea lions at La Jolla Cove, Torrey Pines trails, Birch Aquarium and upscale dining on Prospect Street.

Top picks: El Pueblo Mexican Food – La Jolla · Urban Plates · Bobboi Natural GelatoBest Coffee Shops · 55 here
3.7 miKearny Mesa516 places

San Diego's Asian food capital: Convoy Street ramen, Korean BBQ, dim sum and boba, plus warehouse gyms and auto shops.

Top picks: 大鼓米线Dagu Miishien · Hopnonymous Brewing Company · Steamy PiggyBest Auto Repair · 30 here
4.3 miLinda Vista49 places

Hillside views over Mission Valley, the University of San Diego campus and some of the city's best pho and taco shops on Linda Vista Road.

Top picks: Arbor Sushi & Grill Express · Zab Linda Vista · Vinya: vino + vinyasaBest Bakeries · 4 here
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