Downtown Vista offers a rich history and growing culture. It’s full of entertaining live music venues, outdoor public art to explore, al fresco eateries, and craft breweries. 508 Tavern and Wavelength Brewing Company are popular hangouts for grabbing a brew, and those with a sweet tooth will enjoy the charming cafe scene’s outposts — such as Curbside Eatery with their signature mouth-watering cinnamon rolls.
Don Felipe's Mexican Bakery is also fan favorite, known for their authentic Conchas. Those looking for a quiet place to escape can head upstairs at Yellow Deli, to the hidden "Mate Addic & Lounge," a secret hideaway up the eatery’s spiral staircase to where guests can grab a latte or a tea and relax.
Popular shopping destinations in downtown Vista include a plethora of independently-owned retail stores with a diverse selection of merchandise — such as Metaphor Boutique on East Broadway, which is known for its clothing and accessories. There’s also Lotus Moon Market nearby, which carries handmade products from artists from across the globe and hosts classes for visitors who are seeking to dive into their own creativity.
- Nearest Station
- Oceanside
- Address
- 134-100 S Indiana Ave
Vista, CA 92084 - Phone
- (760) 726-1340
- Website
- https://downtownvista.org/
Take Metrolink Orange County or Inland Empire-Orange County Lines to Oceanside Station
Transfer for free to the SPRINTER hybrid rail
Exit at the Vista Transit Center, located at the edge of Downtown Vista
Turn right on Santa Fe Ave., heading toward Vista Village Dr.
Walk toward Main St. for 0.2 miles
Turn left on Main St.
Walk 0.2 miles to destination
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