San Diego bars & lounges you'll love
Top bars & lounges in San Diego, California
San Diego is the perfect place to explore the nightlife. There are many bars and lounges in San Diego to choose from, all you have to do is pick your favorite beverage and go. Grab your friends and head over to the Upper East Side off Market St. and you’ll have your pick of cocktails, beer, whiskey, and more. Stick to your favorites or try them all.
Whether you prefer a relaxing evening catching up with your pals or a night of drinks and dancing, San Diego has both. Choose from themed cocktail bars with live DJs, rooftop bars, casual lounges, and brewing companies all within walking distance of one another. If alcohol isn’t your thing there are hookah lounges, dessert bars, and mocktails to enjoy as well.
Spend the afternoon tasting craft beverages, enjoy a local restaurant for dinner, and spend the late hours of the night searching for the perfect cheesecake and nightcap. Kick off your evening of fun right by inviting all your friends and loved ones. Search “top cocktails near me” or “best brewery in San Diego” and let the city welcome you with open arms.
Must-try bars & lounges in San Diego
SEAFOOD • GRILL
Baja Betty's
1421 University Ave, San Diego
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Queso Dip & Chips | $8.75 |
melted cheese blended with and our house-made salsa fresca | corn tortilla chips | |
Big Gurrrl Margarita | $18.00 |
Giant 32oz Frozen margarita made with El Jimador reposado! | |
2 Item Combination Plate | $16.75 |
Pick any two items to build your own combination plate, comes with rice and beans |
Isola Pizza Bar Little Italy - 1526 India Street
1526 India Street, San Diego
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Insalata mista | $11.00 |
baby greens, vine-ripened tomatoes, balsamic vinaigrette | |
Arugula parma | $14.00 |
arugula, parmigiano reggiano, shaved crimini mushrooms, lemon dressing | |
Bruschetta Pomodoro | $10.00 |
vine-ripened tomatoes, fresh basil, extra virgin olive oil, garlic |
SEAFOOD • SANDWICHES • HAMBURGERS
Fort Oak Restaurant
1011 Fort Stockton Dr, San Diego
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Hearth Grilled Branzino | $49.00 |
peperonata, salsa verde, fried herbs, grilled lemon | |
Charred Caulilini | $20.00 |
fermented chile aioli, shallot vinaigrette, smoked almonds, currants, herbs | |
Little Gem Salad | $19.00 |
cavolo nero, embered beets, whipped feta, hazelnuts, golden raisins, urfa pepper everything spice, sumac ranch |
PIZZA • PASTA
Siamo Napoli
3959 30th St, San Diego
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Cesar | $14.00 |
Because, why not? | |
Contadina | $19.00 |
Pomodoro sauce, mozzarella house fennel sausage with mixed mushrooms. | |
Margherita | $18.00 |
Authentic Neapolitan style pizza (Pomodoro sauce, mozzarella and basil, EVO Oil. ) |
Burgeon at The Arbor
1326 KETTNER BLVD, San Diego
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Urban Excursion - 4pk | $17.20 |
Crack open a can of this beer, take a sip, and hop on a fresh ride of epic proportions with heavy doses of Superdelic, Nectaron, Citra, & Citra Cryo leading the way. We got together with our brewery friends at @goalxbrewing to combine the forces of nature & pavement with our shared love of getting out and living BIG. Hop-forward & extremely crushable, this westie tastes like San Diego through & through. Collab w/ GOAL. Brewing. 6.7% ABV Must be 21 or Older to Order Beer | CRV included | |
Treevana IPA - 4 Pack | $15.20 |
West Coast IPA hopped with Mosaic & Amarillo. 7.2% ABV You must be 21 or Older to Order Beer | CRV Included | |
Pistil Pilsner - 4 Pack | $11.20 |
Crisp, clean, refreshing Pilsner hopped with Perle and Saphir, brewed with German malts, and fermented with German Lager yeast. 5.2% ABV You must be 21 or Older to Order Beer | CRV Included |
Park Commons
9645 Scranton Road, San Diego
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Falafel Plate | $15.00 |
saffron rice, hummus, naan, schug, kale tabbouleh, tahina beets, and pickled vegetables | |
Spicy Lover's Bowl | $16.50 |
Sushi Rice, Spicy Shoyu Ahi, Spicy Mayo Ahi, Spicy Miso Tofu, Cucumbers, Pickled Ginger, Green Onions, Wasabi Peas, and Togarashi | |
The Classic Tuna Bowl | $16.50 |
Brown Rice, Shoyu Ahi, Spicy Mayo Ahi, Wakame Seaweed, Cucumbers, Edamame, Pickled Ginger, Avocado, Green Onions, Furikake, and Crispy Shallots |
The Village - San Diego
2611 El Cajon Boulevard, San Diego
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Arroz Con Mole | $15.50 |
Tempura Veggies | $7.00 |
Strawberry Slice | $7.00 |
Puesto Mission Valley -
5010 Mission Center Road, San Diego
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Grilled Shrimp Bowl | $26.00 |
guajillo shrimp (GF), herb lime rice, black beans, esquite, cabbage slaw, pickled onions, guacamole, salsa fresca | |
Classic Guacamole | $14.00 |
avocado, cilantro, onion, fresh squeezed lime & orange, chile habanero (GF, V+) | |
Herb Lime Rice | $5.00 |
steamed with epazote & cilantro (GF, V) |
Cross Street Chicken and Beer
4403 Convoy St., San Diego
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Tenders (6PCS) | $21.75 |
6PCS - Fresh, White Breast Meat, Battered and Fried to Perfection- Choose 2 Flavors | |
Beer Battered Fries | $7.25 |
Our Award Winning Crispy, Craft Beer Battered, Thin-cut Fries! Add a Flavor if You're Feeling Extra: Cajun, Garlic Parm, or Lemon Pepper | |
Wings (10PCS) | $20.75 |
10PCS - Fresh Chicken Wings Fried to Perfection! Mix of Flats, Drumettes, and Jumbo Wings - Choose 2 Flavors |
FRENCH FRIES
Barleymash
600 5th Ave, San Diego
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SALAMI | $21.00 |
artisan salamis and pepperonis, roasted tomato-ale sauce, mozzarella, roasted garlic cloves | |
CHICKEN WINGS | $21.50 |
1 lbs of beer- brined oven roasted chicken wings. Wings can be tossed in a sauce or you can order them 'NAKED'. | |
ALL IN | $19.50 |
applewood-smoked bacon, chili-braised short rib, ale-braised pork shoulder, pepper jack beer-cheese sauce, fresh chilis |
Miss B's Coconut Club
3704 Mission Blvd, San Diego
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Club Burger | $20.00 |
lettuce, tomato, red onion, pickles, spiced mustard, garlic aoili, choice of cheese | |
El Cubano Sandwich | $20.00 |
lechon asado, ham, gruyere, bread and butter pickles, spiced mustard, garlic aoili | |
Vacay Bowl | $16.50 |
topped with chipotle-mango salsa, sautéed corn, & purple cabbage, queso fresco, and chimichurri. served with sofrito rice, black beans and limes. |
Karina's Cantina - Gaslamp
755 5TH AVENUE, SAN DIEGO
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Aguachile de Camaron | $26.00 |
Shrimp marinated and cooked in a lime and chile serrano sauce with red onions and avocado. Topped with cilantro & cucumbers. | |
Camaron Enchilado Taco (2) | $15.00 |
Corn tortilla with grilled shrimp, butter, garlic, red chile sauce & cheese topped with cabbage | |
Carnitas Taco (1) | $7.00 |
Seasoned braised pork, corn tortilla, crema, guacamole and pico de gallo |
SANDWICHES • GRILL • CHICKEN • HAMBURGERS • FRENCH FRIES
Bare Back Grill
4640 Mission Blvd, San Diego
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Average Joe | $22.00 |
100% organic grass fed beef american cheese, ketchup, mayo, mustard | |
Maui Waui | $23.00 |
100% organic grass fed beef, bacon, grilled pineapple, edam cheese | |
Blazin' Ahi | $24.00 |
Sesame and panko crusted seared ahi tuna, pickled carrots, sliced cucumbers, wasabi peas, wasabi mayo, King's Hawaiian sweet bun. *seared rare |
PIZZA • HAMBURGERS • FRENCH FRIES
Bayside Landing
3780 ingraham st, san diego
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Crispy Brussels Sprouts | $13.95 |
Crispy Brussel sprouts served with Chili fish sauce, cilantro, and roasted chickpeas | |
Seasonal Salad | $14.25 |
A fresh salad using seasonal, locally sourced greens and vegetables. Just ask your server for today’s current selection. (Matcha Soba Noodles, Grilled Chicken, Napa Cabbage Slaw, Pickled Fresno Chiles, Persian Cucumber, Peanut Vinaigrette, Crushed Peanuts, Cilantro, Lime) | |
Bacado Burger | $16.50 |
1/2 lb Angus Chuck, lettuce, tomato, onion, chipotle aioli, cheddar, bacon, avocado on a Brioche Bun. |
SEAFOOD • FRENCH FRIES
One Door North - San Diego, CA
3422 30th St, San Diego
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BBQ Chicken Flatbread | $22.00 |
In house marinated and grilled organic chicken breast, BBQ sauce, red onion, mozzarella, topped with fresh cilantro & scallions | |
Burger & Fries | $23.00 |
1/2 pound burger, lettuce, tomato, roasted onion, pickles, cheddar cheese, comeback sauce (mayo based) | |
Organic Beet Salad | $17.00 |
Organic roasted golden and purple beets, arugula, Greek yogurt, lemon, avocado |
LOLA 55 TACOS & COCKTAILS - East Village
1290 F st, San Diego
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Baja Style Fish | $5.25 |
local fish, remoulade, chorizo-tomato vinaigrette, frisee, pickled serrano, purple basil | |
Mesquite Chicken | $4.75 |
mesquite grilled chicken, chicharron, cucumber, coconut rice, peanut macha salsa | |
Squash Blossom Relleno | $4.50 |
housemade beet soyrizo, almond "cream cheese", poblano salsa, potato chicharrones, cilantro |
PIZZA • FRENCH FRIES
Bay Hill Tavern
3010 Clairemont Drive, San Diego
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Tecolote Chicken | $18.00 |
Mixed greens, grape tomatoes, roasted corn, black beans, diced bbq chicken, shredded cheddar, tortilla strips, chipotle ranch, topped with cilantro | |
Wings | $16.00 |
1 lb. wings, side of carrots, celery & ranch / Choice of: buffalo, whiskey bbq, sriracha-lemon pepper, mango habanero, or salt & pepper | |
Smoked Gouda & Cheddar Mac | $14.00 |
Creamy mac & cheese with sharp cheddar & smoked gouda, topped with seasoned bread crumbs and scallions. |
Amplified Kitchen + Beer Garden Pacific Beach
4150 Mission Blvd ate 208, San Diego
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Create a Plate | $19.95 |
Wrap/Bowl/Tacos | $12.45 |
GRILL
Mavericks Beach Club
860 Garnet Ave, San Diego
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California Fries | $16.50 |
Fries, Carne Asada, Queso Sauce, Guacamole, Pico De Gallo, Lime Crema, | |
Chicken Tendies | $9.00 |
GRILL
Cantina Mayahuel - 2934 Adams Ave
2934 Adams Ave, San Diego
Liberty Call Distilling - Barrio Logan - - Sandwiches, Tapas & Craft Cocktails
1985 National Ave, #1131, San Diego
TACOS • SEAFOOD • HAMBURGERS • FRENCH FRIES
The Local Pacific Beach
809 Thomas Ave, San Diego
GRILL • CHICKEN WINGS • HAMBURGERS
Gaslamp Tavern - 868 5th Ave
868 5th Ave, San Diego