They just made a new menu Austin is the man by far the best drink I have had in San diego such a cute speakeasy definitely got to check it out if you are in the area they aren't just drinks it's is craftsmanship! read more

Captain's Quarters - Cocktail Bars Near Me - San Diego, California

Amazing new menu great depth! Austin did his thing with his team to make an amazing new menu

Updated review: somehow this place has managed to get BETTER. We just had the best experience ever. They got a new menu so I think it warrants an update as well. We brought a friend from out of town to enjoy this place, which they did! We are all currently sober so we got all their mocktails which was a good little variety! We got the Planet Hollywood, Amalfi Spritz, Ka Wai Olada, and a mocktail of our servers choosing (and he knocked it out of the park!). We also got the crispy cauliflower, ham and cheese bites, and mozzerella arancini. Everything came out beautiful and delicious! I'll run through everything. Planet Hollywood: absolutely stunning! Delicious and bright, everyone's favorite Amalfi Spritz: definitely need to be an aperol fan but overall beautiful drink Ka Wai Olada: tropical and refreshing Bartneders Choice: cucumber mint drink was AMAZING and exactly what is needed after a hot day, it should be on the menu!! Crispy cauliflower: everyone's favorite! So flavorful and crispy and the yogurt goes with it so well. Mozzarella arancini: delicious Ham and cheese bites: a little too small, kind of dry, but good flavors. Probably won't get again. Also HUGE shout out to our server who was absolutely phenomenal and made the entire experience amazing. We love sober options in a bar! I'm sorry your name is slipping my mind. But you made the experience! Will continue to frequent! read more

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Food: more tapas style than actual meal. Food tastes good and reasonable prices. Plenty vegetarian options. Loved the arancini and halloumi fries. Drinks: alright. Mango lassi was bright but reeked of egg. The 5 o clock in rio was a fav. The mai tai was the least fav. Service: slow. They appear to be very busy and short staffed esp at the bar. They missed a cauliflower entree and the drink took too long to come. They took it off the bill tho (thanku!). Ambience: nice! Pretty. See pictures. read more

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Wifey and I were again in the mood for a speakeasy so we chose Captain's Quarters in PB. We arrived right around opening time and checked in outside and were directed to step in. At check-in we were asked if we were there for Grass Skirt or Captain's Quarters. We'll check out Grass Skirt next time. We were then led through a hidden door and walked into a nautically themed decored room and I loved it. We both started with the Gunwale Old Fashioned. I love a standard Old Fashioned but I also love variations on the classic and this one was delicious. The presentation of the cocktail was sharp and my taste buds appreciated the flavors that shined through. My second cocktail I decided to change things up with a Deep Water. Again the presentation was clean and I liked the flavors this drink had to offer. Wife had a classic Old Fashioned it was yummy as well. As far as food, Captain's Quarters doesn't have an extensive menu but what we had I liked. We ordered the BBQ Pork Belly Bao, the Chicken Aleppo Tacos, and the Za'atar Fried Chicken Nuggets. I enjoyed each of these food items. Overall, I thoroughly enjoyed my time at Captain's Quarters and will definitely keep this speakeasy in the rotation. read more

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We had a great time here- what a hidden gem for food! We came for the drinks but I think the food was even better. The fried cauliflower with yogurt sauce, pork sandwich, and date cake dessert were all great. I'm not a big espresso martini person but their version of it was awesome and I'd totally order it again! Service was great, our waitress gave us great recommendations based on our personal tastes. Ambiance was quiet, subdued, with cozy but well spaced booths. read more

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Service was really quick and nice. I thought that the entrance to the place was really sleek. The drinks were also very good. The theme and lighting is superb. My only complaint was that the music was quite blaringly loud but overall a great speakeasy. read more

After having food at the Grass Skirt next door we headed over to Captains Quarters. I read reviews and seen pics so was looking forward to it. It was Valentine's Day night so it was loud and crowded which is to be expected I guess for Pac Beach. Still the service was very good and so was my drink. The decor was just as I had imagined and seen in pictures but nothing really pleasantly surprised me there. Long line for the one bathroom and ordered a terrible desert- since we didn't get one at grass skirt: but it was quite bad and not worth m the money. Something that tasted like burnt chocolate and looked like ummmm... well you can check out my pic. Overrated in my opinion, worth checking out on not such a crowded night. read more

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The Captain's Quarters is a great little hidden gem in Pacific Beach that's a must visit. The bars is impressive and amazingly done for those who enjoy a great martini or cocktail this place is it hands down! So do yourself a favor and stop by. read more

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What a fun speakeasy. Small but intimate, which is great for date night. This place is super clean and the service was awesome. Our waitress was super sweet and attentive. The pistachio prescription was delicious. This drink was super tasty and just the right amount of alcohol. Thank you Captain's Quarter for your hospitality and fun night. Will definitely be back. read more

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Compared to next door, we enjoyed this spot a lot more. You go through the tile wall at the host stand to get inside. The ambiance was cozy and intimate and we really enjoyed feeling like we were inside a ship. The holiday decor was appropriate for the season and not overdone. Sitting at the bar, the service was prompt and the bartenders had good suggestions for beverages. Our drinks were super delicious and well balanced. Small bites were perfect for 2 people and paired well with our beverages. Also a great one and done spot for the holidays! Glad we came here, it was a cute spot for a night trip to San Diego. read more

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The nautical speakeasy in the back of grass skirt was very fun and cozy. Bigger than I expected. They have the bar decked out for Christmas, which I appreciate. We visited on a Sunday night. The cocktails we tried were delicious. The - Caliprina- savory salsa infused cachaca. Don't be scared. Just try it: - miracle on Grand Ave - mulled wine sour. Very festive. - the CQ dirty Martini - if you love savory, dirty briney martinis you'll enjoy this. They give u the option of what kind of olive you want- your choice are blue cheese, pimiento and pickled. Goood vibes. Great cocktails. Fun decor. Ask Bartender Hoppy For the Cham-Bong !!! The only reason I give 4/5 is because of the host. She was kind of rude. Apparently, You're supposed to exit through a back door, but we weren't told about it until we left through the front door. It would've been helpful to know that from the beginning. Overall, it was fun. Thanks CQ team. read more

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Their drinks are really solid. Some of the best I've had at a speakeasy. But they changed their menu!! And got rid of my favorite drink (bright shiny morning)! Boo. It's okay though, they have many other tasty cocktails. Some good ones from their holiday menu too. If you like mint chocolate, highly recommend the Winter Fog. Maybe because of the classier holiday theme -- they turned down the music volume. So I'm a happier camper from that front. Vibes were on-point this time, which was a relief since we brought first-timers. Favorite cocktails thus far: Sunny in Singapore, Caliprina, & The Bramble -- the clarified cocktails are really easy to drink. read more

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One of my favorite speakeasies in SD, thanks to the creative themed decor and always lively bartenders. BF and I came on the last night of the Haunted Ship Halloween-themed event, and found CQ decked out in stellar Pirates of the Caribbean style. The bay and portal windows with nautical scenery, as well as the rest of the design from vintage wallpaper to copious tentacles, make you feel transported into a sea faring galleon filled with grog and scalliwags galore. The spooky, sinisterly shifting paintings on the left hand wall evoke the Haunted Mansion, and tonight there were so many wonderful Halloween details from animatronic ghost pirates to skeletal parrots and, of course, an on theme special drink menu. We chose two rum-centric libations--the pandan-spiked Spooky Island and the Thai tea-infused, desserty Basic Witch. Both were nuanced, flavorful and perfect treats after a big meal at Costa Brava. This joint is extra fun as you can cross the kitchen on your way out and check out Grass Skirt, an entirely different speakeasy that shares the same building. read more

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Came to Captain's Quarters over the weekend and I was very impressed. The entrance and ambiance was awesome, mimicking a ship or as you guessed a captains quarters. Tony was our bartender for the night, and he was super friendly and made excellent drinks. We ordered the following: * Island Bird (8/10) which was tequila based and had strawberry and lime. Super refreshing and easy to drink, also had tajin on the rim of the glass. * Gunwale Old Fashion (8.5) you'd be surprised how many places mess this drink up, but CQs delivered and it was delicious. * Captain's Cold Brew (9/10) hands down the best drink of the night. I could probably knock back five of these but then I wouldn't be able to sleep or drive. The cream they use sets this apart from your traditional espresso martini. We also ordered fried pickles which were delicious. Overall a great experience and price point for cocktails. Would I go again? Absolutely! read more

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I last minute booked this place to celebrate my brother's college graduation with 6 of our family members, and this was the best choice. Finding it was really funny because I was scared to go through the door that led to a kitchen, but that turned out to be the entrance. When you go in, the ambiance of being on a ship was really cool. The lighting and the windows were so fun to look at. Our server was super nice and even gave my brother and his girlfriend a champagne bong which was awesome. I personally ordered the fried chicken, fried cauliflower, and halloumi fries with the Matcha Peachu cocktail. All of the food is awesome, specifically the cauliflower. My cocktail was refreshing but was definitely on the strong side. But I'm a baby and am pretty sensitive to the taste of alcohol, so I think for someone who enjoys drinking, it's pretty good. I did try the Singaporn Star one and that one was dangerous. Highly recommend this for date night and a great group hangout. read more

Loved this speakeasy! What drew me to this location was the design and interior of the place. Using the screens to mirror windows of the ship was unique. The servers were super knowledgeable about the drinks and very chill, one wore a dinosaur suit and gave us mini dinosaurs. I'd say the music and vibe is definitely more of a college vibe. I'm not much of a drink connoisseur, but just enjoy sweeter drinks Sum Aloha: One of the sweeter drinks on the menu with gin Island Bird: More spicy and I enjoy the Tajin rim read more

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This speakeasy is perfect for girls night! It is absolutely stunning inside and we loved everything about it. The menu has a lot of different options for cocktails and they were able to make custom drinks as well. I ordered a lychee martini and the bartender asked me questions to see how exactly I wanted it. He ended up making it with a little bit of vanilla spice which I loved. It was so unique! The service is great. The decor is great. I would definitely come back here. read more

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One of the most unique speak easies in San Diego. It looks like you're entering a kitchen but you're actually going into an ocean adventure. They have nautical themed drinks, food and decor. The staff is also so amazing they even told us what to expect in the mini windows on what we would see because they have animations of mermaids, fish and sunrises and sunsets. We came here to celebrate a friends birthday, and it was the best way to end our night! Definitely will go back to get drinks here again! read more

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so glad that i finally made it here. My friends were visiting and staying in this area so we decided to come on over. I had been to Grass Skirt many years before. we initially sat at the bar..as our party grew we moved to a booth. drinks were all fabulous we even shared some food..i tasted the burger and it was super tasty! returned a week later with hubby. ordered a couple drinks + the potatoes and the brussels. OMG they were so good! i def want to come back. perfect place to bring out of town guests to! i think i need to revisit the grass skirt first though. read more

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Celia is fantastic! Made our night so memorable! She was kind immediately off the bat! She made us fantastic drinks and was so charismatic! She made the experience for us so wonderful and the atmosphere with her was 100% the ambiance with her was 10/10!! Could not recommend her more! She is so understanding and genuinely wants to make your experience wonderful! read more

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Captain's Quarter is one of the best spots in San Diego for a laid-back drink with amazing service. The bartenders are always friendly and attentive, and the quality of the drinks is consistently excellent. Their happy hour is unbeatable too -- half off all drinks Monday through Friday from 5-6 PM. Great atmosphere, great prices, and amazing service every time! read more

Great speakeasy! The vibe in there is so fun and the port holes are animated so the scenery changes. The drinks were great and ranged from easy drinking to spirit forward and dessert cocktails. The halloumi fries and burrata donuts are divine! Service was friendly and they have a great happy hour from 5-6pm with 50% off drinks!!! read more

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I always love a good speakeasy and this place did not disappoint. I love the concept. As soon as you walk in the room, you feel like you're being transported inside of a ship. The staff was friendly and the service was great. The drink menu is robust and I enjoyed the cocktails. My wife and I tried the Island Bird and La Vela. Both drinks were great. I was a bit disappointed with the food. We ordered the Tacos and Papas Bravas. Food was a bit underwhelming. But I would absolutely return just for the cocktails, vibes, service and ambiance. read more

This place is absolutely a must. This speakeasy to the world does not exist. The host walk us in through a door covered or camouflage as tile wall. The spirits are very good. Service is very fast and good. We other some chicken nuggets as an appetizer. The chipotle sauce on them plus the side show bowl had an amazing flavor. A must, I will be back read more

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Atmosphere was great! Drinks were great. I got the Hi-Sea tonic, and I believe my boyfriend got La Vela. Both were so yummy! We also go the bbq pork bao and the chicken nuggets which were SO YUMMY! I would love to come back to SD for this place! read more

Captain's Quarters - Cocktail Bars Near Me - San Diego, California

We had made reservations prior to and got seated within 10 minutes of this hidden gem. Ambiance is a whole other world once you enter the swinging door! It's a world you wouldn't believe is beyond those doors! My only pick is at the Fried Pickles for being 75% batter and maybe a sliver of pickle, however the drinks and service were absolutely AMAZING! CQ Dirty Martini - ( With blue cheese olives) literally made in heaven and the server brought me EXTRA olives... 10/10 in my book Lofi Mai Tai - More sugar than liquor... the notes on the menu were accurate however the alcohol was barely present Captain's Orders - Same as above ^ Gunwell Old Fashioned - They aren't shy with the pour whatsoever!!! Sarah was the absolute best and highly recommend her during your time! read more

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Delicious bites. Lovely server. Tasty drinks! And take advantage of the happy hour Tuesday-Thursday drum 5-6. On the pricey side, but worth it. Loved our drinks. (Land Lubber and the Sunny in Singapore). And of course the speakeasy captain ship vibes was awesome. read more

A comfortable, relaxed, woody space with interesting cocktails. Tried multiple things and enjoyed them all.

Fun vibe that actually looks like you are in a ship. While I did not try any food, you actually enter through the kitchen to this speak easy bar. The bartender was nice as we sat at the bar and he even gave us a taste of the N.A. gin. Which tasted like gin, btw. read more

My five star review is based on drinks, ambiance, and service. I saw other reviews that said the food was not up to par so I figured we would go with what they do best....cocktails. They did not disappoint. We entered through the travel agency opening that also looks like a kitchen so I'm not too sure of the vibe they were going for there but once inside it is a cozy fun nautical feel. We ordered the Pistachio Prescription which was sweet creamy and delightful. We also had the High Sea Tonic which was refreshing with the pear, lychee combo it was fruity but not super sweet which I prefer. For our 2nd round we had Captain's Cold Brew which was chef's kiss so delish and a bartenders choice made with tequila, another amazing concoction that had our taste buds dancing. Overall a fun little weeknight cocktail session. read more

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Perfectly crafted cocktails in a cool-themed bar. Bartenders are super attentive and great at helping you figure out drinks that are your flavor profile. read more

Came here in a Saturday night. It was pretty easy to get reservation. When I first walked in, it was a little musty, not sure if that's part of the vibe, eventually they let in more air and it went away. Service was good, the drinks were good too, more gin based options. Someone commented about the music being for older millennials , not sure if that's a deterrent but I enjoyed it even more for that. Food was alright, though. read more

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Starting off by saying we honestly loved everything. The cocktails were excellent, staff was nice and helpful and our bartender was great with recommendations + happy to help, and the decor is very very cool. We were really hoping this would have been more of a sit down cocktail lounge/speakeasy but the volume was kind of unbelievable. Maybe we went on college night or something but they had a DJ turned up to 11 playing clubby hip hop and Top 40 all night. We kind of thought this was going to be an escape from the loud chaos of PB for a quieter sit down cocktail experience, but it was blasting like there was a dance floor (there is not ). We saw that the volume walked quite a few people. We would have stayed and tried a few more cocktails, but really wanted to talk to each other and hang out which we couldn't over the music - which did not match the vibe. Would love to go back if that's not usually the case but this feels like a pretty big missed opportunity to have somewhere for the 25+ crowd to have a nice drink and hang out away from the main strip. No disrespect to the DJ either because he was a good DJ, just probably should have been on a dance floor. read more

Captain's Quarters - Deep Waters - Cocktail Bars Near Me - San Diego, California

Captain's Quarters Pacific Beach is a 17th century nautical themed speakeasy that specializes in Gin focused curated cocktails and shareable, creative bites. As you walk into what looks like a travel agency counter and kitchen at first, Captain's Quarters is located behind a hidden wall where you walk aboard a fancy pirate ‍ ship to experience a high seas adventure. They spared no details in bringing you an unforgettable voyage from the large octopus as you first walk in, to the beautiful bar area boasting in underwater vibes. Although this is a Gin bar, their cocktails offered such a variety that even a non-gin lover could find multiple treasures to enjoy. All the shareable bites were so creative, had appetizing presentations, and were mostly 10/10's! With the intimate setting, it's perfect for date night, or a fun dining experience with friends. We ordered: Roasted Brussel sprouts w/cheese Wiz 10/10 Fried pickles 8/10 Halloumi Fries 10/10 Burrata Donuts (w/prosciutto & butter) 10/10 French 72 CQ Dirty Martini Sunny in Singapore Dealers choice w/tequila Lofi mai tai Island bird Follow @sandiegofoodie858 on IG for more must try San Diego restaurants and food experiences! read more

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I really enjoyed how creative this place is. Everything is nicely decorated with ship theme and the sunset window is such a nice touch. Unfortunately, the drinks didn't stand out to me and the ambience was a lot different from what I expected in a speakeasy. I think I just wasn't expecting the old-school millennial college party music. There was also a large group partying and sitting right next to us. Just hard to enjoy the ambience when one of them is sitting so close to me with no personal space. read more

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Captain's Quarters is owned by the same people as Grass Skirt and the main entrance is actually the same too. Reservations are highly recommended as the space is small and looks like they fit even less than their neighbor. We wanted to try as much food as possible and actually ordered almost everything off of their menu. For a party of 6, they gave us a kind of cramped space and we had some difficulty trying to share all the food. To start us off, we got some free popcorn (very delicious) and several champagne "bongs" to celebrate our friends' birthdays...all on the house! Roasted Brussels Sprouts: I love it when restaurants can get their brussels sprouts slightly crispy and Captain's Quarters nailed it. They didn't overdo it with a sauce which usually leaves the vegetables soggy. We liked it so much that we ended up ordering a second portion! Fried Pickles: Comes with 5 pieces and a side of dill ranch. The batter kind of reminded me of corn dogs but I think because of how much liquid pickles hold, it become a little soggy too fast. The flavors were good but would've been so much better if the crispness lasted. Double Double: Pretty solid burger. The patties were slightly crispy along the edges, similar to a smashburger. It's got a kick though but not unbearably spicy. Not an easy dish to share but if you don't mind taking bites and passing it around, you'll have enough room to try everything else. Halloumi Fries: We definitely did not read the menu carefully because we were expecting potato fries. But halloumi is a type of cheese and these were more like mozzarella sticks! Comes with 5 pieces and some dipping sauces. The red harissa sauce will have a kick so avoid that if you're sensitive to spicy. Moroccan Spiced Shrimp Skewer: Out of everything, the shrimp skewers were my least favorite. It came with 6 shrimps and I just thought the flavors here didn't compare to everything else we ordered. And although it came with 6 shrimps, we only got 5 pieces of lettuce so that was kind of odd. Papa's Bravas: I was expecting fried wedges of potatoes, tossed in a sweet, thick sauce but we got whole mini potatoes instead. Not sure if these were fried or not but it wasn't that crispy. I don't really prefer this style because while the flavor was good, there was just too much potato in each bite. Za'atar Fried Chicken Nuggets: Comes with lots of thyme and you can taste it in every bite. Very delicious but could've been fried crispier. We also ended up ordering a second round of nuggets. Gordita Crunch: Comes with 3 pieces. These reminded me of mini arepas, just the perfect size for a single bite. Manchego Prosciutto Sandwich: Comes with 4 slices. I thought these would be regular, grilled sandwiches but it was so good! We got a second order too. It's super crispy which meant it kind of cuts up your mouth but I enjoyed the crunch. And it comes with a side of mixed berry jam to eat with. The savoriness of the sandwich mixed with the sweet jam was just delicious. Sonoma Lamb Shawarma Wrap: Not bad but everything else overshadowed the wrap. It's cut into two halves so like the burger, it's not the best dish to share with a group unless you order multiple. While most people probably come here for the speakeasy vibe and drink cocktails, I actually really enjoyed the food here and would come back just to eat! read more

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Very nice bar, I like the atmosphere, the vibe. The food was good. They have small plates you can share. Nothing to complain about the service. read more

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Service was amazing. The bartender was working the entire room and was the server at the same time. Despite being busy, she was a pleasure to deal with on a Thursday night. Very cool decor the top as they sell are more Spanish as opposed to tiki bar. Nonetheless, the cauliflower was bomb and I really enjoyed the cheese sticks. The chicken nuggets were really interesting, but they tasted OK just texture. It was something I wasn't accustomed to. Nonetheless drinks were spot on and for a speakeasy wasn't that expensive. All in all good experience. read more

This place is a hidden gem. The vision behind Captain's Quarters and its speakeasy-style concept is brilliantly executed. The design is immersive: moody lighting, rich textures, and nautical nods layered with intention. As an interior designer, Every detail, from the bar's layout to the materials used, contributes to an upscale yet approachable atmosphere. The ambiance truly transports you, making it an ideal setting for both casual cocktails and intimate evenings. The beverage program is well-curated and imaginative. My only suggestion would be to elevate the guest experience with a warmer, more welcoming bartender presence. A bit more friendliness and guest engagement would bring the service element up to par with the design and cocktails and transform the evening from great to unforgettable. Nonetheless, Captain's Quarters is a standout in the local bar scene. A space this beautiful deserves to be known. A well-deserved nod goes to SDCM Restaurant Group for their consistently bold and artful approach to hospitality. Their vision for Captain's Quarters is a testament to their ability to create immersive, elevated environments that engage all the senses. From concept to execution, SDCM brings refinement, imagination, and a deep understanding of what makes a space memorable. As someone in the design industry, I truly admire how they blend aesthetic storytelling with culinary excellence. Captain's Quarters is not just a bar.. it's an experience!! read more

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