Poway’s best local businesses

The 486 spots we’ve checked and stand behind — the ones we’d send a neighbor to. No stars, no pay-to-play.

BaseLocal's Best

● Updated Aug 15

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486 businesses across 16 categories — pick a shelf, or search them below.

• 01Restaurants147 places · newest: Acqua e Farina, Aug 15
• 02Beauty66 places · newest: Barbershop Heaven, Aug 15
• 03Shopping66 places · newest: Burlington, Aug 15
• 04Entertainment19 places · newest: Miramar Memorial Golf Course, Aug 2
• 05Nightlife42 places · newest: BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse, Aug 15
• 06Bakeries & Sweets32 places · newest: Babycakes San Diego, Aug 15
• 07Antiques, Thrift, & Vintage18 places · newest: Navy Marine Corps Relief Society Thrift Shop, Aug 15
• 08Health & Wellness12 places · newest: Balensi Spa, Aug 15
• 09Arts & Culture15 places · newest: Mormon Battalion Historic Site, Aug 2
• 10Home & Garden15 places · newest: World Market, Aug 14
• 11Hobbies, Books, & Crafts18 places · newest: Libélula Books & Co, Aug 15
• 12Sporting Goods4 places · newest: DICK'S Sporting Goods, Jul 21
• 13Parks & Outdoors6 places · newest: Barker Way Trailhead, Aug 7
• 14Services5 places · newest: Soapy Joe's Car Wash - Jamacha / Cardiff, Aug 7
• 15Pets4 places · newest: Yesi's Pet Grooming, Aug 2
• 16Cafes11 places · newest: Cool Down Coffee, Aug 15

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• Fashion Valley

  Other

  Large shopping center with chain department stores, a movie theater & casual dining options.

  7007 Friars Rd (San Diego) · simon.com ↗

• Liberty Station

  Other

  Relaxed area offering food shops and markets, as well as gardens and art galleries in a historic Navy base.

  2757 Dewey Rd (San Diego) · libertystation.com ↗

• One Paseo

  Other

  Breezy shopping compound offering fashionable stores & services, restaurants & an outdoor courtyard.

  3725 Paseo Pl (San Diego) · onepaseo.com ↗

• San Diego Engraving

  Other

  Engraving specialist providing trophies and awards, as well as clothing customization via screen printing and embroidery.

  11611 Rancho Bernardo Rd Ste 104 (San Diego) · sdengraving.com ↗

• SISTI & CO. | Wedding Planner & Florist

  Other

  Bespoke wedding planner known for her attention to detail and for providing event design services.

  1072 11160 Rancho Carmel Dr Ste 106 (San Diego) · sisti.co ↗

• The Hub Hillcrest Market

  Other

  Stylish shopping complex with a variety of vendors, a grocery store & eateries with outdoor seats.

  940-1092 University Ave (San Diego) · regencycenters.com ↗

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