Happy Thursday, Encinitas! 👋
Here’s what’s actually happening this weekend around Encinitas and nearby — with specifics, links, and no filler.

Pacific Coast Grill — Oceanfront Weekend Brunch
📍 2526 S Coast Hwy 101, Cardiff, CA 92007
🕘 Saturday & Sunday | 10:00 AM–2:00 PM
🔗 https://pacificcoastgrill.com/

Two levels of oceanfront dining where every seat has a view. Brunch standouts include lobster & crab Cobb salad, crab eggs Benedict, and their signature avocado toast. Full bar, heated patio, Cardiff Reef views, and valet parking. A classic for a reason.

Mr. Peabody’s — Sunday Jazz Jam
📍 136 Encinitas Blvd, Encinitas, CA 92024
🕕 Sunday | 6:00–10:00 PM
🔗 https://www.peabodysrocks.com/

The Tony Ortega Band plays from 6:00–8:00 PM, followed by an open jazz jam until 10. Free, no cover, and consistently one of the best live-music nights in North County.

Fish 101 — Seafood Happy Hour
📍 1468 N Coast Hwy 101, Encinitas
🕓 Daily | 3:00–6:00 PM
🔗 https://www.fish101restaurant.com/

$1 oysters, $2.50 grilled fish tacos, and $3 12oz beers. Simple setup, order-at-the-counter style — but the seafood quality is hard to beat. The Kumamoto oysters are a local favorite.

Chart House — Ocean Views + Cocktails
📍 2588 S Coast Hwy 101, Cardiff, CA 92007
🕓 Monday–Friday | 3:30–6:30 PM
🔗 https://www.chart-house.com/

Small plates $6 or less, select wines $5, and cocktails for $8 (Gingerita, Guava Mojito). Floor-to-ceiling ocean views, lounge seating only during happy hour, and valet parking available.

Cardiff Farmers Market — Kids Day
📍 Mira Costa College San Elijo Campus, 3333 Manchester Ave, Cardiff
🕘 Saturday | 10:00 AM–2:00 PM
🔗 https://www.cardiff101.com/cardifffarmersmarket

Special Kids Day featuring an EDCO trash truck visit (10am–12pm), face painting, bubbles, and kid-friendly activities. 85+ vendors, free parking, dogs welcome, EBT accepted.

Leucadia Farmers Market
📍 Paul Ecke Elementary, 185 Union St, Encinitas
🕘 Sunday | 10:00 AM–2:00 PM

Fresh produce, food vendors, live music, and local artisans. A Sunday staple — grab your reusable bags and make a morning of it.

Belly Up — Ruston Kelly
📍 143 S Cedros Ave, Solana Beach, CA 92075
🕘 Saturday | 9:00 PM
🔗 https://bellyup.com/

“Pale, Through the Window” tour with special guest verygently. Americana / folk out of Nashville at one of Southern California’s best small venues. Tickets starting around $52.

🎶 Suzanne Vega plays Belly Up on Tuesday, February 10 — part of her Flying With Angels tour.
🎻 Music by the Sea returns to Encinitas Library on February 14, featuring Peter Sprague reimagining Beatles classics with jazz arrangements. Free tickets available at the door starting at 1:00 PM.

Encinitas is home to the California Surf Museum, but what most people don't know is that the town has its own official "surfing ordinance" — the first coastal city in California to legally protect surfers' right of way in the water.

See you out there 🌊
EncinitasLocals