Third Avenue Village Guide
The historic main street — taquerias, breweries and the Sunday market.
Third Avenue Village is Chula Vista's original downtown: a walkable stretch of restored storefronts between E and H Streets filled with family-run taquerias, craft breweries, bakeries and independent shops.
It's the part of the city that actually feels like a main street — Sunday farmers market on Center Street, the Lemon Festival in August, the Starlight Parade in December, and the Civic Center Library and City Hall a block away.
Why people love Third Avenue Village
- Third Avenue Farmers Market — Sundays on Center Street
- Lemon Festival (August) and Starlight Parade (December)
- Independent breweries and decades-old family restaurants
- Civic Center Library, City Hall and the Heritage Museum
Where to eat in Third Avenue Village
Highest-rated restaurants, cafés and bars in this part of the city. Photos, ratings and reviews from Google.
SeaTaco
4.9(97 ratings)on Google
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BBQ House Mediterranean Cuisine Catering
4.9(86 ratings)on Google
163 MACE ST, CHULA VISTA, CA 91911-5820, Chula Vista, CA 91911, USA
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Lotho Deli
4.9(76 ratings)on Google
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Mujer Divina Brunch Café
4.8(1,637 ratings)on Google
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Pizzeria El Jefe Mexican Pizza Revolution!
4.8(566 ratings)on Google
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Big Boy Market
4.8(101 ratings)on Google
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El Pastor Del Rica
4.7(3,771 ratings)on Google
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KABOB SHACK - BROADWAY
4.7(860 ratings)on Google
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Little Italy Ristorante, Chula Vista in San Diego
4.7(235 ratings)on Google
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Della-Mora Heating and Air Conditioning
5.0(63 ratings)on Google
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We Fix Plumbing
5.0(50 ratings)on Google
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Nature's Storehouse
5.0(42 ratings)on Google
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EBERS ST GARAGE AUTO REPAIR
5.0(21 ratings)on Google
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Formal Illusions
5.0(15 ratings)on Google
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Direct Plumbers Chula Vista
5.0(13 ratings)on Google
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Chava Chic
5.0(5 ratings)on Google
Closed now12:00 – 6:00 PM
286 3rd Ave Unit 100A, Chula Vista, CA 91910, USA
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Economy Mattress and Furniture
5.0(4 ratings)on Google
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Luvafitt
5.0(4 ratings)on Google
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Claim this business — freeParks & outdoors in Third Avenue Village
- Memorial ParkBandshell, playground and the neighborhood's living room.
- Eucalyptus ParkOld shade trees, skate features and a community pool.
- Friendship ParkNext to the Civic Center and Norman Park Senior Center.
Events near Third Avenue Village
- Bayfront Sunset Walk & Photo MeetupSaturday, Nov 7 · Golden hourChula Vista Bayside Park — Casual golden-hour walk along the marina with skyline and Coronado bridge views.
- Third Avenue Farmers MarketSunday, Nov 8 · 10:00 AMCenter St & Third Ave — Produce from South Bay growers, street food, live acoustic sets and dog-friendly strolling.
- Living Coast Discovery Center Family DaySaturday, Nov 14 · 10:00 AMLiving Coast Discovery Center — Shark touch pool, raptor talks and marsh trail walks aimed at families with kids.
- Movies in the ParkFriday, Nov 20 · 7:30 PMMemorial Park — Family movie night on the lawn with food trucks and a pre-show kids' zone.
- Starlight ParadeMonday, Dec 7 · 6:00 PMThird Avenue — Lit floats, marching bands and the tree lighting that kicks off the holidays downtown.
What's new in Third Avenue Village
A new fitness studio on Third Avenue, adding to downtown's run of recent independent openings.
French breakfast and lunch spot serving crepes and cafe fare in the heart of the Third Avenue village.
A new independent coffee shop at the south end of Third Avenue.
Schools & resources near Third Avenue Village
- Chula Vista High School (Visual & Performing Arts magnet)
- Chula Vista Middle School
- Rosebank Elementary
- Vista Square Elementary
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