Here are the stops most new residents make first.
Groceries and supplies
- VonsOn Orange Avenue, with long hours for everyday groceries.
- The Coronado Farmers MarketTuesday afternoons at the Ferry Landing, for produce and treats.
- Orange Avenue shopsHardware, pharmacy, banks and services within walking distance of the Village.
Coffee and breakfast
- Clayton's Coffee ShopA classic diner on Orange Avenue for a hearty breakfast.
- Village cafesSeveral independent coffee spots line Orange Avenue.
Easy dinners
- Village PizzeriaNew York-style pizza, a favorite for a first night without a stove.
- Miguel's CocinaThe original Miguel's, open since 1982 near the Hotel del.
- Coronado Brewing CompanyA main-street brewpub with a full menu, on the island since 1996.
- Il FornaioHousemade pastas and wood-fired pizzas for a nicer evening.
A tip
Reservations help on weekends. Your neighbors are the best source for favorites, and they love to share.
More in Settling In
- Getting Around and Commuting From Coronado — How the bridge, the ferry and the Silver Strand work, and how to test your commute before you commit.
- Outdoor Routines: Beaches, Parks and Bike Paths — The morning-walk, bike-ride, beach-day places that become part of a Coronado routine.
- Meeting Your Neighbors: Community and Events — The concerts, markets, parades and holiday traditions that bring the island together.
- Setting Up Home: A Simple Move-In Checklist — The utilities, DMV, voter registration and mail changes to handle when you arrive, in a simple order.
General information only. Hours, menus, schedules and events change, so confirm details before you go. Places are named for information only and are not endorsements or advertisements.