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    Dirty Birds

    3.4 (830 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    DIRTY BIRDS ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Happy hour specials

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    Cali Gold boneless
    Ashley M.

    Quick service. Food was good. Great to watch sports or grab a drink . Busy place but lots of seating. Vibe is sports bar.

    Up charge for all sauces, and an additional % added to your bill at the end
    Wendy S.

    Came back for another go round... we have always loved the vibe at Dirty Birds!! It's the coolest place! But so disappointed in the food. Tried again, and a no go... the hardest take for me was the boneless chicken being so dry, and not much sauce so asked for extra sauce and was charged $2 for a small cup of the buffalo sauce that came on my dry chicken... then an additional surcharge at the end as well as $1.50 for ranch... just can't do it again for a vibe. $100 for very sub par food. So bummed..

    Jordyn J.

    I've always loved the salads a dirty birds. They're absolutely massive and really flavorful. My server convinced me to do fried chicken over grilled chicken with my salad, and it was a total hit.

    Disgusting fried carrots and slimy celery

    What a terrible experience this was! From the second we walked in- all of the employees were just hanging on the bar and barely acknowledged us. The hostess didn't say a word to us until I said hello. We had our kids with us, and all of the servers and employees were yelling and cursing with no care that there were children present. Just a terrible atmosphere! Our wings were just okay, but the carrots looked like they had sat in the sun and dried out with white all over them, and the celery was slimy. These guys have completely gone downhill! What a disservice the staff is to this restaurant. We have been here a handful of times before- never again. Way overpriced, and just okay food. The staff is the main reason we would never come here again.

    Crystal F.

    Great food, but this location is super busy. We stopped in during happy hour and had our dogs with us after a beach day. The patio was busy and and the only tables available were directly in the sun. The wait staff here was just okay, the service at the OB location was a lot better. Our server was slow and forgot to bring out the blue cheese dressing we requested several times. The wings and fries were good though and we also got a happy hour pitcher of beer that paired well with our meal. Not sure if I would come back to this location, I prefer the OB location for their vibe.

    Aztec wings
    Vida K.

    Dirty birds truly has the best chicken wings! Always crisp and white meat chicken, u can also get all flats or all drum sticks if u ask and orders of 5, 10 or 15 with so many different varieties of flavors. I always end up sticking with the lemon pepper tho. 3 peat and Aztec wing flavors were really good tho. It has a elevated sports bar vibe.

    Khamphone K.

    Stopped by during Christmas (2025) weekend and it was really packed!!! The parking lot by Dirty Birds was packed as well so we had to park by the Corvette diner and walk over. It was a 30 minutes wait for a table so we decided to sit at the bar. Excellent service from the bartender. We had the Nashville hot wings and chicken Cesar salad, they were good. Plenty of restroom for customer use.

    Marcia R.

    We walked in on a Saturday by 4:30pm it was busy the game was on Chargers was on but there was a wait. They were busy she said and only 2 servers?? So 15min wait, we when to the bar to get drinks. 2 Diet Cokes, IBC Root beer & ginger ale You the hard stuff lol. The bar was really busy but I notice tables were empty? I ask there's tables she were busy only 2 hostess was not nice at all her attitude So we walk out side to bar outside to bar and they texted me had a table for us. Services was okay but they weren't really busy now Chargers lost so everyone was leaving. I order a 10pcs. Maple bourbon chipotle And Dirty bird They 5 packs. Dry rub with blue cheese the blue cheese was awful I even tried it it's not blue cheese at all. 5 pcs boneless looked like chicken breast 2 orders We started with green beans great and wasabi Mayo it was good it had heat. French fries they came out good and hot Mac n cheese balls were soft and mushy and were super doughy not Mac n cheese you can see in the picture. I'm leaving a 4stars. Bartender was great he worth a good tip And the chicken wings was cooked great flavor very tender too but the attitude of the host nope. We still tipped good she did refill the soda's But. We had ask for fries

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    Jillian C.

    Dirty Birds is known for serving up some of the best wings in San Diego offering boneless and bone-in, over 40 flavors from no heat to really hot , and dry rubs to wet options. They have multiple locations including Liberty Station (Point Loma) (where we went), Pacific Beach, UCSD, College Area, and Ocean Beach. I'm a sucker for anything so of course we got their spicy garlic sauce on the wings, which was so flavorful and had the perfect amount of heat . We also really enjoyed their dirty tots, super nachos and of course crispy pickles, which are always a must when we see them on a menu - you can't go wrong with anything on their menu and most options were super kid friendly! We ordered: Boneless and Bone-in wings in Spicy Garlic Mozzarella sticks Crispy pickles Dirty chicken tots Super nachos with steak Aztec fries Honey mustard chicken salad Macaroni and cheese (for our daughter) Prickly Pear Watermelon margarita Follow @allthingsfoodwithjandm (IG) for more must try San Diego restaurants, date night ideas, food experiences, kid friendly spots, with a sprinkling of home-cooking!

    Tresavon E.

    Tons of options though definitely room to improve. First waiting to be seated due to signs the greeting was cold as we waited until after a couple of the girls finished their conversation from behind the bar. Food was surprisingly fast and after tasting, my wife and I figured out why. Food may be prepped in advance then dropped quickly for a new order. The fries tasted like they were double fried and hard in the center as well as the wings were on the slightly dry side. I may be back to give it a second try but my first impression wasn't the best.

    Dirty ranch Cauliflower and fries
    Bridget B.

    Absolutely love this DB location! We came here to enjoy a Padres game on a saturday night and it wasn't too busy. We were seated promptly, served quickly, and able to enjoy most of the game before giving up on the Pads. The standout was absolutely the cheddar breaded cauliflower with dirty ranch. This is one of the best things i've ever had the honor of tasting. My meat eating boyfriend also said these stole the show. Would highly recommend! The best sauce around.

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    Feel like it's hard to find both, but not only are the wings HUGE, they are also JUICY

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    To start, they charge 4% just for being there. Nothing said unless you catch it. Should I go on? Nah.

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    Great wings and friendly customer service! Me and my husband love coming here when we visit San Diego!

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    Amazing wings. Soooooo good. Wish I could go more often!! Flavor...texture...it was all there.

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    For my husband's birthday he wanted to go bowling with our friends, I had no clue where to look, I…read moregoogle searched bowling alleys and came across Tavern + Bowl in East Village. You have to be within 7 days of your requested reservation date so as soon as I was closer I set up a reservation through Open Table. They do require a deposit which was fine because it made sure that we had the lanes needed for our party. I actually ended up calling the Tavern and Bowl to see if they had any earlier reservations and they told me if the person who requested an earlier time didn't pay the deposit I'd get the time slot. I am so lucky because these people didn't pay their deposit and we got the time and the lane. Cute thing, you can actually have kids come too, my niece who is 5 got to come along and they had a little device for her so she can push the ball, she ended up beating me. Everyone was so kind and service was so smooth and efficient, we got to bring donuts for our party and my husband and I ordered the carnitas nachos, they were delicious. Seriously such a great time, obviously this is before the Padres season so we lucked out on parking but this is a great place to host birthday parties. Thank you again for letting us have such a great time!

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    Captain's Log, Stardate 21483…read more This past Sunday, I charted a course to Nicky Rottens in Coronado, a delightful establishment located at the end of Orange Avenue. From the moment I arrived, I was greeted by an uplifting open-air environment, truly a breath of fresh air that felt like stepping onto the observation deck of the USS Enterprise. The amazing views of the bay were nothing short of spectacular, bringing a serene beauty that rivals the finest star systems. Over the years, my wife, her girlfriend, and I have become frequent travelers to this culinary haven, beaming back for nearly 15 years--a testament to its enduring allure. The selection of IPAs and mixed drinks is impressive, catering to even the most discerning palates in the galaxy. The choices are vast enough to satisfy anyone embarking on this flavor exploration, whether you prefer a refreshing drink to toast a successful mission or something bolder, like a phaser on stun! The menu features a delightful array of options, including fresh salads, tantalizing finger foods, and, of course, their famed burgers. My wife's enthusiasm for the offerings has always been infectious, and during this visit, she and her girlfriend were on a culinary adventure of their own, indulging in the flavors that have made Nicky Rottens a local favorite. The burgers are truly out of this world--juicy, flavorful, and expertly crafted to ensure a warp-speed experience with every bite. You'll find that each dish is prepared with precision, as if overseen by a skilled chef with the abilities of a Vulcan and the passion of a true culinary Starfleet officer. In conclusion, Nicky Rottens is a prime destination for anyone seeking a vibrant atmosphere, stunning views, and a solid meal. I can confidently say that if you ever find yourself in Coronado, this establishment is a must-visit. After all, it's just one small step for man, and one giant leap into deliciousness! Live long and prosper. End log. Captain 619

    Got a paloma and the flavor was more intense than I expected, but it was pretty good…read more Tater tots are nice and crispy, great texture. Aside from that, they're generic normal tasting tater tots. For the burger, I liked the bun and other ingredients, but thought the savoriness of the meat was just okay. Also, can't say I'm a huge fan of the tiny lettuce whenever I see it. Overall, this joint is not bad, but I can think of very little about it that stands out. I don't feel that it fully leans into being a sports bar or dive bar or even as a burger joint. It's just.....a bar. Apparently, it prides itself as being an original coronado spot, but I didn't get that kinda vibe here. I don't know.

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