Cheers to Dad's Day in the Village

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From hiking and surfing, to brews and views, Del Mar Village has you covered to celebrate Dad. All. Day. Long! 

Morning: Hike

Take Dad on a morning hike along the San Dieguito River Park. Explore the paved Del Mar River Path that goes along Dog Beach and lagoon. Directions to Trail: Take I-5 north to Via de la Valle. Go west on Via de la Valle, then south on Jimmy Durante Blvd. Just past the bridge over the San Dieguito River. The trail is located along the south shore of the river, west of Jimmy Durante Blvd. 

Early Afternoon: Grub

Beeside Balcony

Give Dad a break from the barbecue and treat him to Sunday Brunch with a Grilled Rack of Lamb and an ocean view. Reservations recommended: 858-481-9889.


Pacifica Del Mar

Pacifica will be serving their classic menu along with a special just for Dad: grilled flat iron steak with poached eggs and breakfast potatoes, finished with ancho chile hollandaise. Click here to make your reservation.

Mid-Day: Surf

Enjoy Del Mar’s various beach and reef breaks along 29th through 15th Streets while soaking up the sun. On the South End, you'll find over one-half mile of rock-bottom reef offering fun waves when the swell is over a few feet. On the North End, there is a unique beach break where the San Dieguito River meets the Pacific Ocean offering consistent waves during a northwesterly swell. Not feeling like surfing? You can also take a quick stroll and hop in the water at 18th, 23rd, and 29th Streets. 

Post-Surf: Brews and Views 

Brews: After a fun surf sesh’ with Dad in Del Mar Village, spend quality time at Viewpoint for brews and amazing views of the San Dieguito Lagoon. Feeling adventurous? Try out an “Experiment A” or a “Test Batch IPA”, some of Viewpoint’s most popular brews. See the menu at: www.viewpointbrewing.com

Views: Take a different angle on the ocean views you've experienced. Join Brigantine for a Father’s Day special with 20oz. prime T-bone steak for $35.00 and an outstanding view on the North end of the San Dieguito Lagoon and Del Mar Fairgrounds. Click here to make reservations. 

DMVA Selected Author:

Lauren Grove