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Women-Owned Businesses in San Diego

Women-Owned Businesses in San Diego

San Diego women don’t just run the city — they own it. In honor of Women’s History Month, here’s a click-happy list of local women & non-binary founders to support.

Know a women-owned or non-binary-owned spot we should add? Email [email protected].
Updated: March 2026

Women’s History Month: a few San Diego gems to know

San Diego County Women’s Hall of Fame

A yearly celebration honoring women shaping the region — from trailblazers to activists and cultural bridge builders.

Women’s Museum of California (Balboa Park)

Learn, research, and explore local women’s history through collections, archives, and community programming.

Kate Sessions: “Mother of Balboa Park”

Horticulturist who helped shape San Diego’s green legacy — her story is a perfect Women’s History Month rabbit hole.

Featured women-owned businesses

Native Poppy

Native Poppy

Flowers • South Park + Solana Beach

  • Bold, modern arrangements + gifts
  • Great for birthdays, “just because,” and events
  • Delivery available
Visit site
Maya’s Cookies

Maya’s Cookies

Sweet Treats • Grantville / Mission Gorge

  • Gourmet vegan cookies in rotating flavors
  • Perfect grab-and-go gift box
  • Ships nationwide
Shop + locations
Honest Skin

Honest Skin

Skincare • Point Loma

  • Customized facials + skin-focused treatments
  • Friendly, no-pressure consult vibe
  • Book online
Book
Spray Daze Tan

Spray Daze Tan

Beauty • Mission Valley (plus mobile options)

  • Custom spray tans for events + everyday glow
  • Judgment-free, tailored shade matching
  • Studio + mobile appointments
Book
Mackenzie Lucia Hair

Mackenzie Lucia Hair (Mane Studio)

Hair • Del Mar (private studio)

  • Color + cuts with major attention to detail
  • Best contact: DM to book
  • Great for glow-ups and refreshes
DM on Instagram
Simply Luxe

Simply Luxe

Home Organizing • Service-based (San Diego)

  • Closets, kitchens, moves, and “help, I’m overwhelmed” resets
  • Functional systems you can actually maintain
  • Consult + booking online
Get started
Golden Beginnings

Golden Beginnings

Pediatric OT • San Diego

  • Pediatric occupational therapy + parent-friendly tips
  • Heart-forward practice focused on developmental milestones
  • Follow for resources + updates
Visit Website
Communal Coffee

Communal Coffee

Coffee • North Park, South Park, Oceanside, Bankers Hill, 30th St.

  • Bright, design-forward cafés (great for meetups)
  • Solid espresso + seasonal drinks
  • Plant + gift moments in-store
Visit Website
Goblin Shark Emporium

Goblin Shark Emporium

Vintage + Vinyl + Art • Oceanside

  • Curated vintage finds + weird/cool gifts
  • Vinyl digging encouraged
  • Plan to stay longer than you think
Visit site
Bivouac Ciderworks

Bivouac Ciderworks

Cider + Hang • North Park

  • Creative cider flights + food
  • Adventure Lodge vibes next door
  • Great group spot
Plan a visit
Mujer Divina Coffee + Tuetano Taco Shop

Mujer Divina Coffee + Tuétano Taqueria

Coffee + Tacos • Chula Vista

  • Grab-and-go coffee + breakfast burritos
  • Birria and homestyle Mexican favorites
  • South Bay must
Visit Instagram
Frost Me Bakery and Café

Frost Me Bakery & Café

Bakery + Coffee • Little Italy

  • Cupcake Wars winner energy
  • Pastries, desserts, and coffee drinks
  • Easy “treat yourself” stop
Visit site
Parakeet Cafe

Parakeet Cafe

All-Day Café • La Jolla (plus more locations)

  • Organic, whole-food-leaning menu
  • Coffee, tea, kombucha, and wine/beer options
  • Good for a long hang
Locations
Remedy Holistic Pharmacy

Remedy Holistic Pharmacy

Health • Little Italy

  • Personalized pharmacy support with an integrative lens
  • Approachable care + time for questions
  • Great neighborhood resource
Visit site
Stefanie Bales Fine Art

Stefanie Bales Fine Art

Art • Little Italy

  • Contemporary fine art + gallery visits
  • Great “walk-in inspiration” stop
  • Check for shows + new work
Explore
Turtle Heights

Turtle Heights

Illustration + Gifts • Online + Hillcrest Farmers Market

  • Bright illustrated goods + handmade crafts
  • Sunday market browse = instant serotonin
  • Great gifts, stickers, prints
Shop
The NOW Massage Little Italy

The NOW Massage — Little Italy

Wellness • Downtown / Little Italy

  • Choose-your-style massages + add-ons
  • Calm, reset-your-week vibe
  • Easy online booking
Book
Almost Nakey / The LJ Agency

Almost Nakey // The LJ Agency

Events • San Diego

  • Party planning + event production that actually feels fun
  • Private events, weddings, brand moments
  • Follow for upcoming chaos (the good kind)
Visit site
Core Creatives

Core Creatives

Music + Events • San Diego

  • Artist management + show promotion
  • Deeply plugged into the local scene
  • Follow for show recs
Visit site
Coast to Mountain Media

Coast to Mountain Media

Marketing + Content • San Diego

  • Social, photo/video, and event support
  • Small-business-friendly approach
  • Great for brands needing a refresh
Inquire
Formula Marketing

Formula Marketing

Marketing • San Diego

  • Full-service digital marketing + strategy
  • Great for campaigns, brand lift, and growth
  • Local expertise (15+ years)
Visit site
Sew Loka

Sew Loka

Fashion + Sewing Studio • Barrio Logan

  • DIY-friendly sewing workshops + creative skill building
  • Great for beginners, refreshers, and making your own pieces
  • Check the site for upcoming classes + studio info
Visit site
Terri’s Nails Lounge

Terri’s Nails Lounge

Nail Salon + Self Care • Pacific Beach

  • Relaxing nail services from classic manis to detailed nail art
  • Clean, welcoming space focused on quality and comfort
  • Perfect spot for a self-care day or getting ready for an event
Visit website
PowerFuel Damas

PowerFuel Damas

Marketing Agency • San Diego

  • Women-led marketing agency focused on empowering brands
  • Strategy, social media, and creative campaigns that connect
  • Dedicated to uplifting entrepreneurs and local businesses
Visit website
Gather Community

Gather Community

Events + Community • San Diego

  • Women-led community bringing people together through events, food, and music.
  • Creative gatherings designed to connect and inspire
  • Follow along for upcoming meetups, workshops, and experiences
Visit Instagram
A. Honey Aesthetics

A. Honey Aesthetics

Aesthetics + Skincare • La Jolla

  • Modern aesthetic treatments focused on natural-looking results
  • Personalized skincare consultations and services
  • Great for glow-ups, maintenance, and confidence boosts
Visit website

A few more women-led spots to check out

Pigment

Gifts + Home + Plants • Multiple SD locations

  • Gift heaven when you need something cute fast
  • Home goods, candles, cards, and plant moments
  • Perfect “treat yourself” browse
Shop Pigment Locations

Saffron & Sage

Wellness Club • Little Italy

  • Women-centered holistic wellness space
  • Workshops, services, and community vibes
  • Great for a reset + intention setting
Learn more Membership

The Template

Arts + Community • Ocean Beach

  • Workshops, events, culture, and creative gatherings
  • A go-to “plug into the community” spot
  • Check the calendar for pop-ups
Visit site Events

The Little Lion Café

Café + Brunch • Ocean Beach

  • Beloved OB brunch + coffee staple
  • Great pastries + cozy patio energy
  • Easy “take visitors here” pick
Visit site Menu

Pannikin Coffee & Tea

Coffee + Tea • La Jolla / Encinitas

  • Iconic local coffee shop (classic SD nostalgia)
  • Great for meetups or a slow morning
  • Pastries + patio time
Visit site Locations

Ponce’s Mexican Restaurant

Restaurant • Kensington

  • Longtime SD favorite with serious neighborhood love
  • Strong margarita + comfort food reputation
  • Easy dinner-with-friends pick
Visit site Menu

Extraordinary Desserts

Desserts • Little Italy / Bankers Hill

  • The “bring out-of-towners here” dessert spot
  • Gorgeous cakes + pastries
  • Perfect for celebrations
Visit site Locations

Girl Scouts San Diego

Community • San Diego County

  • Support women leaders in the making
  • Cookie season + local programs
  • A Women’s History Month feel-good add
Learn more Get involved

Know a women-owned or women-founded business we should add?

Email [email protected] and we’ll keep building this list.

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