It is hard not to miss these yellow buildings when driving down the I-5 in San Diego. I have a…read morepersonal connection to MCRD San Diego because I recently had two family members go through boot camp. I come from a military family and have always had a deep appreciation for our military. It is such an honor and special moment to attend graduation here after not seeing or talking to your loved one for three months. Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego was built in 1919 and is located right next to San Diego International Airport (the other recruiting base is in Parris Island, South Carolina). MCRD is also home to a Drill Instructor's School and at times will house members of the U.S. Coast Guard. Thousands of Marine recruits are trained here each year. Those that enlist go through a thirteen-week training process in which the recruits are cut off from civilian world and must adapt to Marine Corps lifestyle. Towards the end of the training period, recruits are taken offsite for field training and must pass the 54-hour simulated combat exercise called the Crucible. After passing, they are officially Marines and can attend graduation. Even though it can be hard for a parent to let go of their child, they do some things for the parents to help with the detachment process. The recruits are not allowed to have cellphones or make contact with family, but they can write and receive letters. During boot camp, I always kept the training matrix hanging on my wall so that I would know what training exercise they were doing each week. They also have a Facebook group page where they will post photos of each company's training exercises. Graduation day is a special weekend when parents can have dinner at the Bay View Restaurant and meet their child's drill instructor. Then families are able to watch their new Marine march on the parade deck and see them for the first time. There is also a museum here at MCRD San Diego that focuses on the history of the Marine Corps. I enjoyed walking through it and checking out all of the different galleries and exhibits.

Save your hard-earned money and look elsewhere…read more This place is advertised as "Base Lodging," but that's misleading--it's essentially two barracks rooms awkwardly connected. The moment I stepped in, I was greeted by dirt and sticky surfaces that made it clear cleanliness was not a priority. Everything in the room looked like it was trapped in 1985: a tiny, outdated TV, worn-out furniture, dingy carpets, and clocks that belong in a thrift store. There were exactly two USB ports in the room, and unsurprisingly, neither of them worked. If you're expecting modern amenities, you'll be sorely disappointed. Housekeeping? More like no-keeping. The civilian cleaning staff barely did anything. The shower was a disaster--the head was sticky, and there were long black hairs stuck to the ceiling and tiles, a surefire sign of carelessness. The toilet seal was leaking, adding to the room's overall neglected condition. The courtyards added to the experience, and not in a good way. You see, Marines frequent the area, and let's just say they don't keep it quiet. My nights were filled with the sounds of Marines doing Marine things--talking, singing, taking loud bathroom trips, and other shenanigans that echoed through the night. The thin walls made it impossible to escape the noise. If you want rest, peace, or even basic comfort, go somewhere else. This place doesn't provide it, and the experience left me frustrated and sleep-deprived. There are far better places to spend your money and actually feel like you're getting what you pay for.

Very good food, amazing quality. Customer service was outstanding. Overall, a great place to grab…read moreburgers and shakes!

Came here on a weekday evening with friends. We ordered the: Mushroom burger, bacon burger, regular…read moreburger, frings, and a strawberry milkshake. I really enjoyed my mushroom burger. Juicy and large portion. Although I didn't taste the other burgers, I also received high praise from my friends regarding these items. For the frings, I thought the fries were average, but I really enjoyed the onion rings. They were fresh and had the perfect crunch. My friends got the milkshake and thought it was standard. Even though I thought the food was solid, I was truly impressed by the service. The person behind the counter was so busy but he took the time to explain the menu to me and was extremely friendly. He also didn't try to rush us or kick us out after the diner closed (we ordered pretty close to closing time). I noticed that he even took orders from people who came slightly after closing too. Other great things: easy parking and awesome looking decor. Come if you want to experience a meal in a diner setting. Overall, the food was pretty good but the outstanding service is why I'm giving this five stars. Please check it out!

We hosted an event for 450 people. Phil's offered excellent suggestions, arrived in plenty of time…read moreto provide efficient service and very testy food. Than you Sergio and Melissa.

Whenever I'm in San Diego, a stop at Phil's BBQ is a must. I absolutely love this place and make it…read morea point to come here whenever I need my barbecue fix. My go-to order is the beef rib with the sauce on the side and the French fries cooked well done. It never disappoints. Be prepared--there can be a line, especially during busy times--but it's well worth the wait. The staff keeps things moving efficiently, and the service is always friendly and on point. If you ever find yourself in San Diego, do yourself a favor and stop by. You won't regret it!

Ordered an ice luge for a party. Super easy to order and get into the car. Will use them again!read more

Quick and easy, just backed up to the loading dock and filled up my coolers to keep my blue fin…read moretuna fresh for the ride home!

This is a great place for the Fire Dept. and other agencies to train at. I drive by all the time…read morewhen I drop my son off at work. I have also been on the grounds and seen training drills, including smokey fires. According to the city of San Diego website, "The Regional Public Safety Training Institute (RPSTI), located at 4347 North Harbor Drive near downtown San Diego, is a joint venture of regional law enforcement and the San Diego Fire-Rescue Department." It hosts other agencies involving the military, federal, state and city. At this training facility, you can find programs that drill and teach these organizations: U.S. Navy SEALS Federal Bureau of Investigation Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms U.S. Customs and Border Protection California Highway Patrol Various law enforcement K-9 and SWAT teams California Office of Emergency Services (OES) National Fire Academy off-campus classes Professional development training and seminars. Fire Cadet Program. The Training & Safety Facility includes a drill ground; a confined space training site and there is a hazardous materials training site including tank railroad cars and overturned tanker trailers. There are Fire Rescue Camps held here, along with the bi-annual Fire Cadet Program which trains here. The Cadet Program is sponsored by the San Diego Fire-Rescue Department and San Diego City Firefighters, Local 145. I do not know if these old buildings that are burned up or otherwise utilized as training are the leftovers from when the old Naval Training Center was turned into Liberty Station. The aging housing here does look like old barracks but I will need to look into that further. 4 YELP STARS for the San Diego Fire-rescue Training Institute.

I didn't know what to expect when my mom and I stopped on Thursday morning for breakfast. It was…read morepretty busy at 9am, but we were given a cute little booth in the side dining area. The menu is huge and has all of the things you would expect in a breakfast/brunch/lunch place. I noted that there were some $9.99 breakfast specials that seemed like a good deal and I wasn't that hungry, so we both got the two egg omelette special & drip coffee. As stated earlier, the place was busy and our server, Norma, indicated that it would be at least 20 minutes for our food to come out. We watched as the side dining area filled with customers and Norma and her assistant worked hard to take care of everyone. About 20 minutes after we ordered, our omelettes, steaming hot & fresh, were brought out just as we'd requested. While not super aesthetic, the food was tasty, really and truly, and it was a good deal. The coffee was also very smooth & Norma made sure our cups were never empty. Once we finished our food, Norma, knowing that we were in a bit of a hurry, brought our check right over without being asked. She was so attentive and professional, and she is absolutely an asset to the Broken Yolk. Plenty of parking in the large lot, clean bathrooms & both indoor & outdoor seating. This is a good place for breakfast and when you stop in, be sure to ask first Norma because she is a gem. Thanks & peace.

If I were a bruncher, this would be my go to spot. Arrived early and was situated at my table prior…read moreto the influx of the brunch bunch (à la Bob's Burgers). The place was large enough, with indoor and outdoor seating thankfully. The food was amazing, and the reason I would return. The avocado toast was delicious and exponentially aided by the fresh salmon and red onions. Love capers and paired well with salmon, per usual. Serving size was enough to share, if I was feeling generous. The home fries were good too. I do wish that the coffee selection was better. As a non-bruncher, I require a really good cup of coffee whenever required to rise earlier than usual...especially on the weekends. Highly recommend this location, as there were a few in proximity to my hotel. My co-worker enjoyed her meal of oatmeal parfait, and an omelette as well.

This was my second time giving this location a try, both times were with reservations…read more Even when we made a reservation for 12 people, the table didn't have 12 seats. When we asked for an extension this worker (didn't catch her name) was slightly rude and told us we could sit at reserved spot but the rest of the party was gonna have to sit at open sitting( mind you, open sitting doesn't get waiters. You go to the bar and place your orders) since they had even bigger parties reserved. So my whole table decided to move, the staff at the bar were definitely better. Quick with the drinks. Got us in and out and made sure our large party was taken care of, we appreciated them so much! The food was wayyyyyyy better the second time around that I honestly would go again. Parking is pretty bad so definitely plan ahead but overall an ok experience!

We have been to Stone Brewing at Liberty Station a few times now…read more This brewery restaurant is very large. Their outdoor seating has many water fountain garden settings that is very relaxing. They have a huge bar area. They even have a bocce ball court! There's fire pits for cool days or evenings. They offer forty rotating beers! They offer many other drink options as well. Their foods are locally sourced. We enjoy outdoor seating. We have not sat inside. Just walked through. Their indoor decor is very unique. We ordered a salad and added salmon. We also ordered the steak frites with fries! Both meals were delicious!! We've always had great service, but this last one was ok. He took our order, refilled our drinks once, and dropped a check off. Not much of a hello or would you like anything else?!?! We ended up going to Bird Rock for coffee and pastries for our dessert! I guess it all worked out. Minus a star for this visit. Overall, it's a great place to spend with family and friends. Great for a larger group as well. I would call and make arrangements for that. Ample free shared parking. Clean bathrooms

Ok this time I went on a sat around 11:00 am busy but everyone worked and helped each other out…read morewhich made it flow fast and seamless . I had Crystal and she was delightful.

Came here for breakfast. We were greeted upon our arrival which was nice. I have to give it two…read morestars though as our server was hard to find and when we got our food it wasn't served to order and was not warm. While it got busy after we arrived, our food should have been served by others if the server was busy. I really do enjoy Dennys but was a little disappointed with our experience considering the cost of breakfast.