Interesting, do you have any references to support your claim? I have found that both ” North Park” and ” University Heights” boast a rather high transient population, but are undoubtedly rich in good drinks and eats.

The only reason I ask is that the small number of businesses that grace the ground floor of the “Promenade” of Mission Valley such as “Trisler’s” seem to do relatively well. Are there any other examples in the greater San Diego area where this model has been an economic failure ( culture vitality aside)? Please don’t take this as a defensive reply, just curiousity