Family Favorites in Old Town
The historic heart of San Diego is also your one stop-shop for a day full of family fun – starting with lunch at one of the over a dozen Mexican restaurants and then wander your crew down San Diego Ave to explore shops and fun activities for everyone.
Restaurants
When your kid realizes that she likes spicy… 
Tacos for the win at Freds!
With so many options, it’s hard to pick a favorite when it comes to Old Town’s restaurants. Each one has their own spin on the classics, and of course you have to try all of the margaritas!
- Casa de Freds – an all time favorite for us, this place is family and pet friendly with a robust kids menu to keep even the pickiest eaters happy.
- Café Cayote – absolutely nothing compares to these fresh tortillas!
- Casa Guadalajara – a go to when we have friends and family visiting, with Bazaar del Mundo right next door to help the wait time go by fast.
Sweet Treats
Their choice? Always a lollipop! 
Helping mom pick out “her” chocolate
- Cousins Candy Shop – one of the best spots in town, they have something for everyone – fudge, lollipops and
- 2711 San Diego Ave
- Currently OPEN 7 Days a Week from 10am-7pm!
- Nibble Chocolate – the chocolate lovers dream, stop in here to try something new and interesting!
- 2754 Calhoun St
- Currently OPEN 7 Days a Week 10am-8pm!
Fun Shops for Kids
Making candles at Toby’s was a highlight of our afternoon! 
- Toby’s Candle Shop – this spot was such a hit for my girls, they loved making their own candles – getting to pick the colors was honestly the best part – and now whenever we burn the candle, they are so proud that they made it themselves!
- Located at 2645 San Diego Ave
- Currently OPEN 7 Days a Week from 10am-6pm!
- Make SURE you make a reservation and stop in the Old Town Train Depot – I’ve never seen anything quite like it, and my girls had to do a few laps around to make sure they caught it all!
- Located at 2415 San Diego Ave
- Currently OPEN for private reservations only!
- Ye Olde Soap Shoppe – if you’re kids love bubble baths as much as mine do, make sure to stop in here and have fun letting your kids pick out a fun bath bomb!
- Located at 2497 San Diego Ave
- Currently OPEN 7 Days a Week from 10am-9pm!
How am I supposed to pick ONE, mom!?
Playing Around
While you’re waiting for your candles, and have your sweet treats in tow – make sure to end your afternoon hanging out at Old Town San Diego State Historic Park. In the center of Old Town, you can find everything from a shady spot to lay out a blanket to an old covered wagon to play in!
Old Town is such a staple in San Diego – we’ve loved going to its restaurants for years, but finding out how kid friendly the area is was so exciting, can’t wait to spend more time here! What are your favorite family spots in Old Town?
