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    Counterpoint

    4.3 (631 reviews)
    ModerateBars, New American
    Open 5:00 pm - 12:00 am (Next day)
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Ronnie F.

    If you know, you know. Our favorite haunt for comfort food in SD. Good vibes, good food, great people. Mandatory: pour one for Dave. #LLTB

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    Angela F.

    Amazeballs! Love this spot. The service is fantastic. The drinks are tasty. And the cheese curds are the best I've had this side of Wisconsin. One of my new favorite places to hang with friends. We will definitely be back.

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    Christine S.

    Counterpoint in Golden Hill has a warm and soulful vibe that feels inviting due to the openness of the restaurant and friendly staff. Highly recommend the cheese curds as an appetizer. They are golden, crispy outside, and oozy gooey inside. The Brined Chicken & Waffle Benedict has a delicious highly brined juicy chicken, smoky/sweet bourbon waffles. It is topped with smooth, spicy hollandaise, drizzled with honey, and every bite is rich, savory, and a little sweet, topped by two poached eggs. The home fries are golden crispy and seasoned perfectly. Overall it is a comforting and satisfying dish. The Carnitas Pork Hash is served on cast iron plate with flavorful carnitas piled on top of home fries, bell peppers and caramelized onions. The two eggs, cooked any way you like, bring a richness and creaminess to the dish. Hearty and bold, it's a flavorful option when you're after something filling and delicious. I highly recommend this meal if you are sure what to order on their brunch menu.

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    Stacy J.

    Great neighborhood bar with unique crafted cocktails - each one I've tried has been spot on. The service is great, special shout out to Adele cause I usually sit at the bar. I've eaten brunch a few times and everything has been great but my favorite so far is the chicken fried steak - the gravy is as good as my late mother in law's. It's also dog friendly!

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    Savannah B.

    One of my favorite breakfast spots in San Diego. I was introduced to Counterpoint a little over a year ago and have been here 10+ times since. A staple for a Saturday brunch with my partner or friends! Tonight we came for dinner and was also (surprised but not) with how good dinner was! It was a Monday night so we ordered a BBQ Smash Burger (a special that came w/ fries), Ahi Tuna Tacos, and the Shrimp Scampi all to share. They graciously split the burger and shrimp scampi into 2 servings, which was such a bonus and not asked for at all. All the staff does a little bit of everything and is lighthearted and funny. The owner, Cam, takes pride in his restaurant as well as his staff and quality of food and it SHOWS. Will forever be a regular here. 10/10.

    Chilaquiles
    Melissa S.

    counterpoint is such a hidden gem! I live in the area and had been wanting to check it out forever. Went on a Saturday during brunch time and it was super chill, got sat right away. The chilaquiles were good! Also feel like they were served different compared to other spots but I enjoyed them. The service was great, our server was friendly and knowledgeable! Can't wait to come back and try different items on the menu.

    Pizza flatbread
    Christopher L.

    Great bar with good food and drinks! The bartenders and servers are cool and nice to talk to. Prices are good, lots of options from Russian river brewery if you like Pliny. The drinks are great here as well, got the Brooklyn music cocktail. The pizza flatbread is a good choice to share!

    Steak

    I've been here numerous throughout the years and today was kind of disappointed because I ordered a medium steak and a piece of my steak was raw and because the fries were too salty. They changed the menu yesterday so if you go just know it might be different.The service is always great though and the ambiance is okay because sometimes the music is too loud and when you are in a date it might make it a little weird especially if it's your first with them, totally not talking with experience. Anyways I'm going to keep going but I just hope they see this review so that they can try to do a little bit better. If you pay 30 bucks for a steak and fries you expect to enjoy it, not be thrown off, cause it prob was better to go to Alberto's and spend half of the money and enjoy your dinner.

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    Jose

    Really good food and service will definitely be back, bartenders were really attentive and handled everywith care. The upstairs is a good place if you want a quiet setting

    Allyn P.

    My wife and I absolutely loved this place. Stumbles in late night and we're kindly greeted by the friendly staff.food and drinks were amazing and affordable. Loveeeed the

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    Tristan D.

    Ambiance: The place is very spacious and beautiful. Its reminds me of a beach house with there also being an upstairs for more busier hours. Theres a lot of room and theres even tables outsides for people to sit at! Theres even a bar for customers there as well! Food: French Bacon w/ Bacon [4/5] [$17] The french toast was delicious! I didn't know jelly would've been slathered on it though the menu didn't say that and it looks slightly sloppy to be honest but the taste was definitely there! Service: The service was fast and efficient, the workers are very kind and welcoming as well. This is a neat little gem in Golden hill, the food and service is wonderful and I'd highly suggest coming here for some delicious french toast or drinks! I'd love to come back next time I visit California!

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    Neikan M.

    Okay, here's the thing. I took a bite of my ahi tuna steak sandwich, and it was good! Nice tuna, good aioli and crunchy slaw. But... I then took a bite of my girlfriend's Chicken and Cheese Tortellini and it was soooo much better. Another friend ordered the Cheesesteak sandwich and it was much better than my order. So, overall, I know the food here is great but I ordered the wrong thing unfortunately. I would definitely come back.

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    Great spot in the neighborhood for quick drinks and dinner. Staff is very friendly, lots of seating. Cheese curds are best app on the menu!!

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    Cool little spot! Cool ambience, craft drinks & food choices, friendly staff. Kind of a hidden spot I love taking friends to.

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