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Culinary Paradise: What’s Good to Eat on Coronado Island?

Nestled just across the bay from downtown San Diego is Coronado Island, a destination known for its pristine beaches, historic charm, and, of course, its vibrant culinary scene. From casual cafes to fine dining establishments, Coronado offers a diverse array of restaurants to satisfy even the pickiest of eaters. Here’s some of my recommendations!  …

CHOOSING THE RIGHT CART FOR YOUR ADVENTURE

  Coming to Coronado and have a couple questions about renting one of our carts? I’ll help you out!  We have three golf cart sizes – four seaters, six seaters, and eight seaters. Something to keep in mind is that the amount of people that will be riding with you cannot exceed the number of…

THINGS YOU CANNOT MISS ON CORONADO ISLAND

Waiting on the other side of the infamous San Diego – Coronado Bay Bridge awaits a cozy beach town that’ll have you wondering if you’re really still in San Diego. Although we have the same white sand beaches and sunny weather as the rest of the county, many can attest that the small-town culture creates…

Ready For It? How to Holiday, Golf Cart Style!

I know it seems a bit too early to be thinking about the holidays – the costumes, the candy, the feasting, the decorations! Summer has hardly started to slip away, but the festivities are coming up and will be here before we know it. There’s only 14 Sundays left until Santa Claus comes to town…

Current Staff Faves

  The Islander Dinky Donuts If you find yourself on Orange Avenue before the bustling afternoon crowds roll in, make sure to stop by The Islander’s Dinky Donut Shack. From 7am – 11am daily, this is the best spot for the cutest, tastiest, and most unique mini donuts you’ll find on island. So far, the fruity pebbles donut seems to be a favorite here with the Coronado Golf Cars team. You’ll find anything from classic sprinkle, to oreo, to maple bacon – so come hungry! And leave room for some of their handcrafted beverages to pair with your donuts. The Islander itself is also a great laid-back seafood restaurant to visit later in the day for lunch or dinner . Photo creds to The Islander     Better Buzz Coffee Coronado’s newest coffee shop exceeds expectations with every blended concoction…

On Island Date Ideas!

Eat at Bluewater Boathouse Bluewater Boathouse is the perfect location for seafront dining. This was originally built as a prototype for The Hotel Del Coronado – nowadays, it’s a local favorite renowned for stunning views and fresh seafood. Rainbow Trout Amandine and the Alaskan King Crab are some of your tasty options here! Being located…

Fido Friendly Nado!

Dog Beach This off-leash beach located across from Sunset Park is the perfect spot to hang out with your furry friend and enjoy views of the Pacific, the iconic Hotel Del, and neighboring beachside community Point Loma. The dogs here are always super friendly and love coming up to people for pets, so your dog…

Sweets and Treats on Coronado Island

Those with a sweet tooth will be very happy to hear that there are plenty of places on island to satisfy it- here’s some of our favorite places to enjoy everything from macarons to the best ice cream sundaes in town! Mootime A local favorite since its opening in 1998, Mootime lets you get creative…

Photo Worthy Locations on Island

  Looking for the best places to capture some memories on island? It’s honestly hard to find a non photo-worthy location in Coronado – surrounded by water views, beachfront mansions, and charming neighborhoods, the island of Coronado is nothing short of alluring. You’ll probably want to take pictures everywhere you go, but here are some…

A Sea-nic Day In Coronado – Where to Use Your Beach Package On Island!

  Let me let you in on one of Coronado’s best travel hacks… instead of lugging around beach gear and letting it take up the limited room in your luggage, or buying beach equipment, you can rent it! Alongside our golf cart rentals, we rent out $25 beach packages. For $25, two towels, two beach…

Spend The Day Across The Bay With The Ferry!

Before the completion of the Coronado Bridge in 1969, hopping on the ferry was how residents of Coronado would cross the bay into San Diego. Nowadays, it’s still a popular (and fun!) option for residents and visitors alike, and can help you save on ride share fees. If you’re coming into town soon, here’s some…

Planning The Perfect Coronado Beach Day

Coronado Beach appears on lists of the nation’s most beautiful beaches time and again for good reason. Here’s how to make the most out of your Coronado Beach day!     TIP #1 – KNOW THE BEST TIMES TO GO Coronado Beach’s official open hours are from 6am – sunset. That’s a lot of time…