Here's my faves...

Windandsea in La Jolla

Swami's in Encinitas

Tamarack in Carlsbad

It's easy to access, public parking, dining seaside, park area for picnicking, near dog beach, is lighted at night for those who might want a moonlight dip and it's very well maintained being in Del Mar.

 
I also love OB - by the pier is just so fun and summery.

Coronado Beach in front of the "Hotel Del".
There's something magical and reminiscent of more romantic times,
due to the amazing Hotel Del Coronado, circa 1888,  
and the presence of the wide pristine white beaches surrounding its historical expanse.
As the roaring or purring {depending on how one ascertains},
F-16's fly so very low overhead on decent, one feels as if they could jump and touch them!
It's just a wonderful place to relish.

"When the Hotel Del Coronado opened in 1888, it was the largest resort hotel in the world.  
It has hosted Presidents, Royalty, and Celebrities through the years.[6]   The hotel has been featured in numerous movies and books." {Wikipedia quote}

I envision Marilyn Monroe, clad in her buxom white bathing suit emerging from the waves
as she filmed "Some Like It Hot" {1959}  
{Also starring the dashing Tony Curtis, and talented Jack Lemmon.}

I also can imagine the fun all these iconic Actors experienced during filming at this
 location for months on end.
{I have a very special connection to it all, which only those that are my "special friends"
  are privy to}
Angelina Jones
"Desiderata"
 

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15th street is my favorite.  Poseidon on the beach, or appetizers from Jimmy O's - Watching the sunset with some wine.  

And Black's for the hiking exercise and full body tan! 😉

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