This outdoor shopping center is very well maintained and groomed. You will find upscale brands like…read moreJohnny Was, Lululemon, Yeti, Alo, and Madewell and so on. There is also a Jimbo's grocery store and several different restaurants. Henry's and Parakeet Cafe are the newer additions to the existing lineup. The Forum hosts community events on major holidays as well as free workout events on the weekends. I recently went to their Art and Walk walkaround event and loved it, there were food samples from the participating restaurants, wine tasting and live music. Overall great vibes and fantastic event. I enjoy coming here for a coffee, shopping or a bite to eat.

The forum is a nice outdoor Mall with a relaxing vibe. It has a mix of high-end retail shops such…read moreas Johnny Was and regular atores such as ULTA and Urban Outfitters. The upstairs section does not have any retail shops but several spas, a nail salon, an urgent care, optometrist, dentistry, orthodontist, and a Yoga place. The Forum also has Apple store, several restaurants, SusieCakes, McConnell's ice cream shop and more. There are ample parking spots everywhere around the Forum. I enjoyed walking around while I did some shopping

Municipal Coffee has officially become our go-to spot! It's tucked just inside of Marky Mark's…read moreMunicipal Athletic-wear store just off Coast Highway in O-side. It's truly the kind of place you find once and then keep coming back to. The vanilla lattes are beautifully crafted; smooth, rich, and perfectly balanced without being overly sweet. And then there's Camden... he completely elevates the experience. You can tell he genuinely cares about the craft. From serving espresso in a ceramic cup to walking you through the tradition of pairing it with sparkling water (very European, very cool), it turns a simple coffee run into something memorable. And the brownie... the brownie... wow. Warmed to perfection with thick walnuts and enjoyed out on the patio, it's dangerously good. Like, "we came for coffee and accidentally had a whole moment" kind of good. If you're anywhere near Coast Highway, don't miss this spot, especially if you're here for the café experience.

Absolutely LOVE this place!…read more I first discovered Municipal last year after realizing one of the owners is Mark Wahlberg and as a longtime fan, I had to check it out. First off, having Urth Caffé inside the store is such a game changer. The coffee is incredible, and the whole setup is just next level. It's not your typical cramped coffee shop. There's actually space to sit, work, and enjoy your time without feeling rushed or squeezed in. The vibe here is unmatched. It's become one of those spots where you can get work done, meet up with people, or just hang out. I've even found myself regularly connecting with others who now use this as their go-to morning coffee spot. And the people? Top tier. Kamden, the GM of the coffee shop, is one of the most welcoming and positive people you'll meet. He genuinely makes your experience fun and memorable every single time. On top of that, the apparel is seriously impressive. Municipal is putting out gear that absolutely rivals anything else on the market. The quality is outstanding, and their shoes? Unreal. I wear them daily! They're that comfortable and versatile. If you're anywhere near South Oceanside off PCH, you HAVE to check this place out. Coffee, workspace, community, and top-tier apparel all in one spot. It doesn't get much better than this!

This mall is adequately named as there are only 5 stores in the corner shopping center. It is old…read moreand sports that weathered look, however it is one of the last remaining original structures left in Historic Downtown Encinitas so it gets cool status from me. I can name all of the shops for obvious reasons: Thrifty Threads, Book Tales, Encinitas Barbers (and this place is definitely an original), Encinitas Coin & Jewelry, Antiques, Sterlingware & Investments, (good for repair and collectors). It appears that you can do it all here but maybe not in grand style.

Blink and you'll miss it…read more It's one of the original strip malls in Encinitas being over several decades old. Its tenant mix supports that legacy: Encinitas Coin and Jewelry (a jewelry store), Encinitas Barbers (old school barber shop, non-hipster variety), Book Tales (a loving bookstore), Antiques Sterlingware and Investments (collector's items), and Thrifty Threads (a second hand clothing store).

This is Melrose Square, not Melrose Place, hehe, just reminds me of the television show years ago…read more. Melrose Square is on the same premises as Marriott Towneplace, where we stayed. A very nice & new development with a hotel and shops on same property, renovation still going on vacant spots for lease. I encounter no problems when we entered and exit the premises, also finding parking was simple. Melrose Square is in Carlsbad, Vista area, in the back of residential. Some of the businesses that I passed by are JunMai Sushi Bar & Grill Alohana Acai Melrose Wine & Spirits, Leucadia Pizzeria, Starbucks, w/drive thru, The Original Mr. Taco, Hungry Bear Deli, Revive Nails & Spa The Starbucks here gets pretty busy, gets most of the traffic esp. with drive thru. Great shops and great area, community focused complex for dining options for us visitors and locals! Check it out, Melrose Square!

Located right along the 101 in Downtown Encinitas, there's a cute, open market. There were around…read more20-25 vendors selling clothes, jewelry, health food and more. My sister found a couple shirts from the various vendors and I got a permanent bracelet from Hara Jewels. I was torn between the permanent bracelet and the charm bracelets she has, but I'll definitely be coming back for one of those bracelets. Everyone was friendly and open to negotiating on prices (when it came to the clothes). They are open Saturday's and Sunday's until 4pm!

Cute concept, but needs more vendors. The jewelry vendors had some cute stuff.... But just needs…read moremore

The shopping center is a new staple of Encinitas that was built recently and the Walmart filled a…read moreformer Home Depot showroom. Because of this the parking lot fills up quickly, since the parking ratios for the showroom and full retail for Walmart are vastly different, so there appears to be shortage. It can be hard to maneuver your car around and get into the somewhat tight spaces. However, don't let this complaint limit why you'd come here since there's variety of dining and shopping eats to suit everyone!

New boutique in Encinitas that also contains the door to the new speakeasy in town... Anigma. The…read moreboutique is very small but packed with goodies, from hats to jewelry to clothing and various gifts. Good luck to this new store in downtown Encinitas!

I'm so happy to have a family owned bookstore close by! Carlsbad Village Books just opened this…read moreyear, and it's such a charming addition to the area. The building itself is adorable and looks like something straight out of a fairytale. It feels like the perfect home for a bookstore. I loved the interior too, especially the beautiful brickwork, arches, and old-world feel. There's a main display featuring summer themed books, which I'm sure changes with the seasons, and I was happy to see a used book section. The kids' area is absolutely adorable, too! They also have fun and unique gifts for sale, plus a small café serving coffee, tea, and pastries. I didn't try anything during this visit, but I'll definitely be checking it out next time. They also host events like game nights and author readings, so I'd recommend following their social media to see what's coming up. There's a small parking lot on the side of the building as well as street parking. My only complaint was that it was a very hot and humid summer day when I visited, and it was pretty steamy inside even with the doors and windows open. I'm looking forward to coming back on a cooler day when I can really take my time browsing. Such a cute little bookstore, and I'm really excited to have it nearby!

The bookstore of your dreams... Met a friend today at the bookstore because we wanted some…read morecoffee/tea. What a lovely spot in Carlsbad! There is a very sweet children's area with a whimsical vibe. Wonderful gift items and play area. The entire shop feels like you're in another country with beautiful brick arches and old style lighting. The coffee shop matcha with oat milk was just how I like it and I could tell very good quality matcha. The items for purchase were of great quality and were unique. My only request would be to get more items :) I purchased a wonderful smelling candle that helps support sex trafficking! I just noticed on their Instagram they have story time so I'll be heading to one of those very soon with my little girlies. I appreciated the kindness from all of the employees. They were all friendly, courteous and respectful. Somehow I wished I was their age again so I could work there. :) So happy to have visited today and will definitely be returning. P.S. There was also an inviting outdoor space if you want some sunshine. I thought it was so sweet the coffee shop name was after the owners mother? The logo was her signature as well. So special!