A Foodie Heaven Appears at New National City Food Hall - Market on 8th
A new food hall has appeared in San Diego’s southern suburb of National City. Market on 8th is a collective group of 14 vendors all under one roof. From super fresh seafood, Filipino comfort food, craft beer, and more - you can find everything for an epic foodie meal! Come along with us as we show you what makes each vendor special and how to best enjoy this amazing market!
Patio at Market on 8th
The Local Community has anxiously awaited this long anticipated project!
With 12 food vendors, and 2 retail stores, Market on 8th is one of the most exciting projects that has arrived in San Diego. With 9,000 square feet of interior space and an additional 2,000 square feet of patio space, Market on 8th is looking to be the community hot spot for National City. With this is mind, you can tell that Market on 8th has achieved its goal quite well.
With 14 local restauranteurs, breweries, sweet shops and more. There is an impressive amount of variety here at Market on 8th. Come along as we go through what makes each vendor special and what to order!
Weapon Ramen
A bold & energetic concept created by Chef Phillip Esteban. This ramen and noodle shop has some of the tastiest and freshest ramen noodles in town.
Foodie Tip: Order the Spicy Garlic Noodles or add a butter bomb to your Ramen for EXTRA umami.
Novo Brazil Brewing
Novo Brazil Brewing Company is an international, award-winning brewery based in Southern California and guided by its Brazilian soul. Perched in Chula Vista, the brewery thrives on its unique beer lifestyle, aptly represented in the brand’s colorful accents, masterful aromas, and thoughtful flavor compositions.
Foodie Tip: Order the Kombucha or the Pineapple Shot!
Serbesa
The name SERBESA (“beer” in Tagalog) was chosen because it captures the Spirit of Craft Beer with Filipino Food. This Filipino comfort food spot is serving us seriously tasty bites with loads of flavors.
Foodie Tip: Butter Garlic Shrimp, need I say more?
Ping Yang
This Thai fast casual spot has some of the tastiest most authentic Thai food in San Diego.
Foodie Tip: Honey Garlic Pork + Thai Tea = match made in heaven.
Pizza Kaiju
This moody and modern pizza spot has a unique vibe with extra tasty pizza. We love the asian insided pizza flavors like the Sisig with Roasted Pork Belly, Calamansi Cream, Garlic, Red Onion, and Pickled Serrano Peppers.
Foodie Tip: Ask for the cookies…
Pacific Poke Co.
From the fishing village of Vietnam, Pacific Poke Co. was created by a US Navy Veteran’s desire to bring a taste of the islands to San Diego. Her uber fresh seafood and tasty sauces are some of the finest in San Diego.
Foodie Tip: Order the Poke Nachos
Smitty’s Taste of the Bayou
“Before I go to bed, I decide what I feel like cooking,” - Smitty. This fusion spot combines the savory & smoky barbecue, his hallmark, served along with flavorful authentic Louisiana Bayou cuisine- a rarity in San Diego.
Foodie Tip: Ask Smitty what’s on special. It’s always unique!
La Central
It’s not San Diego without Tacos! So every food hall is required to have them! From loaded carne asada fries and birria tacos - to even the classic shrimp tacos. We highly recommend ordering a few of each and checking out Novo brewing to wash it all down!
Foodie Tip: Rockefeller Tacos
MNGO
MNGO cafe, a dessert joint, has menu items that are inspired by mango fruit. With a unique interior design and a famous shave snow ice bowl, known as Kakigori, you will be sure to get your sweet fix here!
Foodie Tip: Butterfly Pea Flower Lemonade
Donburi Rice Bowls
"Donburi" is a Japanese dish where cooked or uncooked ingredients are served over a bed of rice. It can include just about anything, as long as it’s served over rice. We loved their fried pork cutlet over rice with spiced curry. A phenomenal hearty dinner or even lunch!
Foodie Tip: Japanese Sodas!
Cafe Indonesia
Originally established by Pete Alfonso in Manila in the 1950’s, Cafe Indonesia was a pioneer in exposing the Philippines to Indonesian cuisine. 50 years after the original Cafe Indonesia closed its doors, Pete’s grandson Bobby Alfonso attempts to reintroduce Pinoy-adapted Indo-Dutch food 7,500 miles across the pacific to San Diego. He’s even using original family recipes passed down by his mother!
Foodie Tip: Order the Es Cendol Drink
Mo’s Coffee
Need a pick me up? Have an early meeting? Head to Mo’s Coffee for an artisanal cup of coffee, tea, espresso and more. We love Mo’s selection of artisanal baked goods from local vegan Split Bakehouse, perfect for a work from home day.
Foodie Tip: Vegan Pastries
Fresh Yard
Fresh Yard is a swanky streetwear boutique carrying top-shelf apparel brands & accessories for men. Hop in this store and get outfitted with some sweet new digs.
Wordsmith
Wordsmith is a boutique retail experience that explores the progressive lifestyle of the ever-present hospitality industry. Find plants, amazing books, shirts, and more goodies perfect for the foodie in your life!
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