In general and depending upon conditions, Silver Strand State Beach, and Tourmaline are the windiest spots in all of San Diego County, unless there is a storm (where almost all sites blow then).
Other spots and their constraints:
Torrey Pines: Home of Black's Beach, and the Glider port. The cliffs tend to buffer the winds except in rare instances. This makes for great surface conditions for surfing.
Del Mar/Cardiff/Carlsbad/Oceanside: Wind does blow here, though its very likely going to be stronger and more consistent at Tourmaline or Silver Strand State Beach.
La Jolla/La Jolla Shores: Unless there is a storm, this area doesn't get much wind due to buffering from Mount Soledad. Great surface conditions for surfing.
Sunset Cliffs: The cliffs tend to buffer the winds except in rare instances (only the locals catch these very rare days). This makes for great surface conditions for surfing.
Inland lakes/reservoirs: These can get great winds. Unfortunately, water activity is banned in all reservoirs, and kiteboarding is specifically not allowed in the lakes. In addition, due to the cliffs and mountains, the wind is extremely gusty/flukey (to the point of not being able to ride), rigging areas are sparse and unforgiving, and for the kiters who love to ride surf...well you get the idea.
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