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Things to Do in El Cajon with Kids

Your local guide to El Cajon: family attractions, independent eats, local shops, and farmers markets — all in one place.

Farmers markets in El Cajon

Thursday · 3pm–7pm

Downtown El Cajon Certified Farmers' Market

Community market at Prescott Promenade with fresh produce, prepared foods, and live entertainment.

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Local restaurants in El Cajon

Breakfast & Brunch

Janet's Cafe

Family-owned El Cajon diner serving all-day breakfast since 1994.

Asian

Al Azayem Restaurant

Chaldean family-owned gem of El Cajon's 'Little Baghdad,' with free soup for diners.

Asian

Sahara Taste of the Middle East

Chef-owned Iraqi/Middle Eastern restaurant praised for kebabs.

Pizza & Italian

Marechiaro's Italian Restaurant

Handmade pizza and pasta from a family-run kitchen, voted best pizza in El Cajon.

Pizza & Italian

Italia Pizza

Sicilian family making pizzas, pastas, and subs from scratch since 1987.

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Local shops in El Cajon

Art & Craft

Sophie's Gallery and Gift Shop

Gallery and gift shop selling art by adult artists with disabilities; sales fund artist paychecks.

Boutiques & Apparel

Unique Boutique

Owner sells traditional Afghan clothing, jewelry, and handmade Turkish and Afghan wool rugs.

Toys & Games

Comics-N-Stuff

San Diego's largest comic and collectibles shop with vintage and current comics and cards.

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Listings are curated and may change — confirm hours and details before you go.