Food Scene
Mary's Donuts & Coffee
8959 Carlton Hills BlvdBest donuts in town!
Pho Ca Dao Restaurant
5223 El Cajon BlvdTakka Sushi Bar & Grill
9535 Mission Gorge RdPenguin Yogurt Factory
9621 Mission Gorge RdPhil's BBQ
3750 Sports Arena BlvdBest BBQ in town. Must try the El Toro (tri-trip) sandwich
Drinks & Nightlife
Oggi's
9828 Mission Gorge Rdgreat nachos and great selection of beer!
Parks & Nature
Cowles Mountain
Cowles MountainEasy one hour hike
Shopping
Costco Wholesale
1755 Hacienda DrWalmart
170 Town Center PkwyEssentials
Sprouts Farmers Market
152 N 2nd StTown & Country Wine and Spirits
9266 Carlton Oaks DrFriendly staff, deli inside, great value
Getting Around
Santee Trolley Square
9888 Mission Gorge Rd