Things to Do in Mission Valley, San Diego

Centrally located, Mission Valley provides easy access to downtown, Balboa Park, and the San Diego Zoo, all within a short drive. The area features major shopping at Fashion Valley Mall and a scenic riverwalk along the San Diego River for outdoor activities.

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Top things to do in Mission Valley

Exchange San Diego
★ 5.0 · 526
Flea Market
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Mission Valley
★ 4.3 · 14.7k
Shopping Mall
A spacious outdoor mall featuring stores, restaurants, a movie theater, and a circus.
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Sea Hive Mini
★ 4.9 · 217
Boutique
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Comics N Stuff
★ 4.3 · 506
Bookstore
Ample shop featuring vintage comics, new releases & trades, plus gaming & sci-fi collectibles.
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Where to eat & drink in Mission Valley

Urban Plates
★ 4.9 · 2.4k
American· $20–30
Chef-driven restaurant serving scratch-made plates, salads, sandwiches & bowls, dine-in or to-go.
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Dave's Hot Chicken
★ 4.8 · 2.4k
Chicken· $10–20
Mon–Thu
11 AM – 11 PM
Fri
11 AM – 12 AM
Sat
11 AM – 12 AM
Sun
11 AM – 11 PM
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Pesto Italian Craft Kitchen Mission Valley
★ 4.7 · 1.1k
Italian· $20–30
An Italian craft kitchen established in 2015, it offers Sicilian tradition with handcrafted cocktails, curated wines, and Italian-inspired bites in a relaxed setting.
Every day
11 AM – 9 PM
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The Kebab Shop
★ 4.5 · 1.8k
Mediterranean· $10–20
Local chain serving Mediterranean food with inventive wraps, bowls, plates & signature sauces.
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True Food Kitchen
★ 4.4 · 2.2k
Vegetarian
Relaxed, eco-chic chain serving health-conscious fare, including vegan options, plus cocktails.
Mon–Thu
11 AM – 9 PM
Fri
11 AM – 10 PM
Sat
10 AM – 10 PM
Sun
10 AM – 9 PM
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BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse
★ 4.3 · 2.8k
Restaurant· $20–30
Family-friendly chain outpost pairs familiar pub fare with an extensive list of house brews.
Every day
11 AM – 12 AM
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Mission Valley Breakfast Company
★ 4.7 · 1.4k
Breakfast· $20–30
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Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar
★ 4.4 · 4.9k
American· $20–30
Relaxed, lodge-chic chain serving global comfort fare, including stir-fries, pot roast & pastas.
Mon–Fri
11 AM – 12 AM
Sat
9 AM – 10 PM
Sun
10 AM – 12 AM
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