We enjoyed roof top dining this week at Finney's! Our lunch was delicious! The Moroccan salad bowl was fabulous! We also enjoyed the smash burgers. The poke bowl as good but it would have been better with some soy sauce and more of the sriracha sauce. Our server was great and we liked the added touch of the manager, Matt, stopping by our table. I can't wait to come back! read more

Such good food! We ordered- Steak taquitos- delicous Chopped salad w/ chicken-fresh chopped ingredients so good! Ahi salad Everything was delicious!!!! Service was excellent great upper patio. We will be back. read more

Stopped in for a cocktail while at the Thursday Sunset Market. Found seats at the bar and waited...and waited...and waited. Then! Placed our order - two strawberry lemon drops. Then, we waited...and waited...Then! Our bill arrived? And we waited...and waited...and waited. I saw the bartender check a recipe card, and finally the drinks arrived. So disappointed! Did not finish the $15 (with tip) cocktail. read more

Finney's Crafthouse - Oceanside - Strawberry lemon drop. - New American Near Me - Oceanside, California

Came here for the first time the other day. Loved it! Got the Jalapeño Burger. Cooked perfectly and honestly any time a burger comes with an egg on it I have a hard time turning away haha. It was very good though. Also got the deviled eggs. Yes, would definitely order again. They have a great menu and I look forward to next time to try some more! Our server was great as well. She was very attentive but not overbearing or anything. The spot was busy but not too loud for good convos at our table. Look forward to coming back soon! read more

Appetizers and all menu food options were amazing. They make great wings and fries.

Yikes. If I could give zero stars we would. Not sure where to start! Service was so slow, which is brutal! Order was wrong over and over, and it took over 2 hours. I'm so disappointed. My daughter didn't care for her grilled cheese (how do you mess that up??). Very disappointed, we spoke w the manager and she wasn't helpful either. We're locals and we'd love to frequent here, but we won't be coming back. I feel bad for her server; she really did her best. But it was really awful. Watch out for the games! They will charge you if you touch the ridiculous screen on the table. Check your bill! read more

Gave it a second chance,... needless to say we will not be returning. Food is barely average. My burger had no flavor, the onion rings lacked any crunch or crisp, and the salad had been sitting in dressing for quite awhile possibly under a heat lamp since the lettuce had all wilted and was limp and lifeless. The service on the other hand was genuine and attentive. With so many restaurants nearby, I won't be returning to this one. Wish there was a better outcome. read more

Yummy yummy Finney's! So glad to have a Finney's in Oside in that old Cabo Grill in Downtown. The food is fantastic. They are new and working out some service kinks with such a large space. Bummed they didn't add a second bathroom location in the remodel as it's hard to go downstairs after a strong island iced tea. LOVE the mural on the side that overlooks the Sunset Market on Thursdays. Great for big groups as long as they can do stairs. Walking distance from everything in downtown. Paid meter parking on this side of PCH or park for free in the tiny lot on the side of the building or the free garage behind Pierside Apartments. Otherwise, parking across the other side of PCH is free. read more

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It took us a while to get seated, even though there were plenty of tables available. But I do have to say the space is cool with the rooftop bar and seating, which is where we were at. I think the food was sensational! I really enjoyed the chicken and waffle appetizer. Plus they have a great beer selection. My in-laws loved their raspberry lemonade. I think it's a great location close to the beach and would be awesome after a long day in the water. read more

We really liked Finney's! Met up with some friends in the area for a weekday dinner and drinks and it was a first time for everyone. They have a menu that really appeals to anyone; so many great options. Its extensive, but not overwhelming, and features a variety of bar food. There was going to be a very short wait for a table so we opted to just sit at the corner section of the bar, which worked well for a party of 4. Deviled eggs to start - this is a pass. I have had much better. Kind of watery? Tri Tip sandwich - I have a hard time not picking it when its on the menu. Hard to get this wrong. Delicious and filling, I had to take half to-go. Really liked the accompanying chips. Others got the Blackened Ahi sandwich and enjoyed, and the bison burger (probably would have been my alternate to the tri tip). So many beers on tap. I wish I could remember what I got - it was delicious! It was a beer thats traditionally light but had that spin to it (CA.... west coast...?) that made it really favorful. Nice to have a solid spot to return to when visiting our O-side friends. read more

Finney's Crafthouse - Oceanside - New American Near Me - Oceanside, California

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I really like this place, and I base that on quality of service and the flavor of the food. Only downside for me is that sometimes it's a little loud and it's very well lit, it's more of a vibe for a family style restaurant rather than a bar if that's what you're looking for. I definitely like the separation between upstairs and downstairs. read more

Probably very similar to TGIFs. Don't like the touchscreen like iPads on table(germ ridden). Let's just say I use to like deviled eggs(cold bacon jabbed in there), and this place turned me off from eating it ever again. Burger was way too soft being well done, almost as if it was microwaved. Every app had freaking siracha on it, in it or underneath it- like the chicken and waffles. The fried chicken coating terrible and the soaked waffle in siracha was the worst!!! Don't waste your money as it is also overpriced! read more

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In the middle of the Oceanside village. Has a parking area near it but depending on when you go, it may be hard to park and you may have to pay. The bison burger was ok but nothing that great all in all. The loaded nachos were good but they do come with jalapeños so you know if you're not into that. The staff were all really friendly and nice. They have pub type style tables and the games on the televisions around you. read more

Finney's Crafthouse - Oceanside - Loaded nachos - New American Near Me - Oceanside, California

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If you go, be sure to head up to the stairs for rooftop dining, simple bar food fair, but the food and wait staff were great.

Came on a Friday night to have dinner and watch the first World Series game. The vibes were fun and I love how much seating there is. We ordered the smoked old fashion (fun presentation), raspberry smash (my fav), and a margarita. For food we had the smash burger, mini sliders, and wings. All were loved but the onion rings were to die for! Would come again! read more

Finney's Crafthouse - Oceanside - New American Near Me - Oceanside, California

Food was yummy. I ordered the Mediterranean bowl with shrimp and not only was it healthy and fulfilling....it tastes amazing! My son ordered the Mozzarella sticks and it was 10/10! I had one and had to agree. Customer service was top tier! read more

Update 3/23/25: service here has gone downhill. I'd give them a -1 if I could. Taking their overall rating down to 1 star. Took 30min to get a table even when there were 4 tables empty. Then we decided to sit at the bar and were ignored for 20min before a bartender threw a bottle into a bin right below us - almost at us, blurted something about the wait, then didn't return. We left - will likely not return. There are many places to eat and drink nearby which are cheaper and where you are treated better. 10/24: Not sure what's up with this place but last time I went, I did not feel at all welcome. Staff appears to be very judgmental. I'm a local and I saw the place go up. read more

Great food and location. We've been to a few and all are excellent Great happy hour read more

I had a 10/10 experience here. The food, the service, the ambiance was amazing! Service: everyone was so attentive and great they didn't miss a beat! We were well taken care of and staff were so friendly. Food: WOW...the menu itself has everything! It was so difficult to choose. The food was beyond delicious...so flavorful and fresh. The Nashville sliders were my favorite with their sweet potato fries! The chicken was juicy and had plenty of meat on it. The prosciutto flatbread was sooo good. The hot honey made a world of difference! This is coming from someone who doesn't like prosciutto. Drinks: I had the strawberry Cadillac margarita and our server mentioned they make the syrups themselves. That convinced me to get the margarita and you can TASTE THE DIFFERENCE. I had to get 2! They don't skimp out on the tequila either. I was feeling great haha. Ambiance: great music, they had the whole place decorated SO COOL for Halloween! Loved the bar area! I can't wait to come back and try more food out! read more

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A few original fares alongside the usual bar food. Some good drinks, big TVs, good vibe in downtown O'side. Didn't had a full size burger, but they were huge and looked tasty, gonna have to go try one. I'd give a 3.5 if I could, strong 3 read more

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Ok so 5 stars to the manager, she was great, the service on the other hand was pretty bad, just a lot of not listening, no where to be found waiter and missing items but the manager took care of all of that. She was the star of the show. The food was ok, we came here because the prices were good and they had grilled chicken but the prices were good because it was all pretty much à la carte and u had to pay extra for fries. It's good if u don't want a side but if u do then prices start going up for every little thing. The grilled chicken was not what I expected, it was on regular white sandwich bread and very small like lunch meat kind of. Sauces were good and a must. Fries nope, the lemonades were great, tea not so much. The chicken wings were more like boiled but had a yummy sauce. It was nice that the chicken sandwiches came with chips but not the other entrees which was odd. The rooftop was cool and nice but I probably won't be back. read more

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Love the vibe & drinks here! We used to love the food too but unfortunately the last two times we went the quality of the food went downhill extremely. Hopefully they can get it together so we will come for more than just a cocktail. read more

A brand new spot in oceanside - two floors, indoor and outdoor dining and a nice roof top view. Finney's is a family run business with 14 locations throughout Southern California. They have some very refreshing cocktails, good food, and friendly service. The Strawberry Fields cocktail is one of the best I've had in recent memory (vodka, lemon, strawberries, lavender). Also excellent is their Margarita flight. I do not like tequila and I never order regular margaritas, but this flight is on a different level. Hibiscus with black salt - is very sweet and tastes like Kool Aid - our least favorite of the four, but still fun. The Blood Orange with tajin on the rim had a little kick to it and was very good. The Guava and the Watermelon are also very good. All the in-house juices are made fresh every day. The Mini Ahi Poke Tacos have very little Ahi, and I do not recommend them. I do however recommend the Hot Chicken Tenders. The Chicken is delicious and it comes with three different dipping sauces and Fries. This appetizer is excellent. The service was very friendly and helpful and the table-side checkout tablet is convenient. Also, there are no hidden fees added to the bill. What a nice surprise - Finney's has something for everyone on the menu, and you can't beat the drinks. I look forward to my next visit. read more

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I was super excited a new restaurant popped up in Oceanside! My family and I decided to try this restaurant out on Friday. We loved it! The atmosphere, the staff, the bartenders were just so welcoming. So when my sister in law came into down on Saturday, we knew we had to take them to this restaurant. Thr food was so good! Both on Friday and Saturday. On Friday we were a party of 4. And on Saturday we were a party of 13! And on both days, the waiter and waitress rocked it! Our party loved the food! We got a bit of everything. On Friday we got the chicken and waffles, the buffalo hot wings and the smoked tri-tip sandwich. The chicken and waffle was my absolute favorite!!! The smoked tri tip sandwich had such a good flavor to it. And my son devoured his wings. On Saturday my husband got the A5 wagyu burger. He really enjoyed that burger. We also tried the Bavarian pretzel. I like it. But I wasn't feeling the mustards I wish they had a better cheese. Like a smoked Gouda and a stone ground mustard. I just didn't like the sweetness in one of the sauces. But other than that, the pretzel it self was good. The garlic parmesan wings had a good flavor to them. And the pepperoni pizza was good too. My daughter got the margarita pizza and that had a good flavor to it. Overall this was a nice place to take family and friends to. The managers are super friendly. The food and drinks are reasonably priced. The serving sizes are good. I will definitely be back to this restaurant. read more

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While I LOVE Finney's in Santa Barbara, this is my first time at this location. I was enjoying my chicken sandwich when I decided to add tapatío to it because WHY NOT. I thought it tasted funny. I couldn't verify the expiration date on the bottle but when I looked towards the top of the bottle there were noticeable signs of MOLD! The manager came over and brought me a new bottle but did nothing else! I'm posting this in hopes that no one gets stomach poisoning or problems! Check your tapatío bottles ya'll! Shame on the restaurant for not handling the situation better. I probably will never be back. read more

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I've been meaning to visit since they opened, but waited a few weeks in case they needed to work a few kinks out. I ordered the Philly egg rolls which were fabulous (the sweet and sour sauce was unnecessary but looked pretty on the plate; I didn't care for the other sauces either and enjoyed these plain) and the smoked tri tip sandwich. That was... "just okay". I didn't like the competing spice from the horseradish aioli and arugula. I also found the sandwich too greasy. I brought it home and changed the bread for toasted sourdough and added leftover Cole slaw for color and it was delicious. If I order it again, I will ask for plain mayo. Everyone was so nice! I sat at the bar and was helped by several people. I really enjoyed the ambience and decor- it's a loud sports bar with an elevated menu. This spot will definitely be in rotation for Date Nights and I want to try the burgers, avocado egg rolls and possibly the lobster sliders. Pros: - super friendly - creative menu (albeit somewhat poor execution) - plating - huge portion sizes - filtered water - location- walkable and near other activities - house-made chips with sandwiches! - Happy Hour - real crushed fruit in drinks - compostable to-go containers - decent parking options Cons: - competing ingredients don't compliment each other in some dishes - something misses the mark for me, but I want to love this place read more

Finney's Crafthouse - Oceanside - Bar seating with Philly egg rolls and smoked tri tip sandwich; everything is big enough to share - New American Near Me - Oceanside, California

While randomly roaming around Oceanside, we randomly tried this spot with an extensive menu and a great drink selection. The Wagyu burger was excellent, and there are a few more items I'm eager to try. Our server was cool as hell, super confident in his recommendations, which made me even more excited for the food, and it didn't disappoint. We headed up to the second-floor rooftop, where the outdoor heaters, plenty of TVs, and a great view made for the perfect atmosphere. With reasonable prices and a solid vibe, I'll definitely be back for more. read more

Finney's Crafthouse - Oceanside - Wagyu burger medium rare - New American Near Me - Oceanside, California

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Went in again last light for dinner with some friends. I just love this place now-the service is too good! Other places need to take note-this is how a restaurant needs to be run! Delicious food, waitstaff that check on you consistently all the while refilling your drinks, a front of the house general manager that checks on their guests, and a clean and aesthetically-pleasing environment! I had the Chicken and Waffles. Not the best picture (blame my aging phone)....but it was just so good!! This is an appetizer but it was big enough of a meal for 1 person-and I had leftovers! The chicken was so tender and the waffle and the chicken skin had a good crisp to it-a perfect combo! Also, you can add a fourth if you want! Until next time! read more

Finney's Crafthouse - Oceanside - Chicken and Waffles Appetizer. - New American Near Me - Oceanside, California

Finally made it to Finney's. The inside dining/bar area was nicely done. Open, plenty of light from the large windows and plenty of seating. Both booths and tables so the options are there. We sat downstairs so didn't get the chance to check out the upstairs but that is a future goal. Though we didn't order anything from the bar it appears they have a good selection of craft brews. We ordered the Gary's Pepperoni and added sausage. We were surprised by how thin the crust was. It was like a cracker. Good but a different kind of crust for sure. We'd order a pizza again. We also ordered the Hickory BBQ Burger and onion rings. The burger itself does not include a side so you'll be paying for fries, onion rings, tots, etc. Both of these were good as well but I would have liked to see more BBQ sauce on the burger. If I order it again I'll ask for extra sauce. Overall a good experience and friendly staff. We'll return and probably bring family and/or friends. read more

Finney's Crafthouse - Oceanside - Gary's Pepperoni with added sausage. Cracker thin crust. - New American Near Me - Oceanside, California

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10/10 Experience, Every Time! Finney's has quickly become one of my favorite spots in town, and a big part of that is because of the staff. Grace was our server again and she absolutely crushed it. She's personable, attentive, and has such a fun, playful personality that instantly makes you feel welcome. She engages in real conversation, remembers small details, and creates an atmosphere that makes the dining experience feel personal instead of transactional. She builds genuine rapport effortlessly. We enjoyed our time so much that we decided to come back just to sit at the bar with her and enjoy drinks made by the amazing bartender Jackie. Jackie is incredibly skilled, warm, and knows her craft. Not only are the drinks excellent, but she also remembers customers and makes you feel like part of the Finney's family. Between Grace and Jackie, Finney's has a staff that knows how to deliver great service, great vibes, and a memorable experience. Their personalities, consistency, and customer connection alone are enough to keep us coming back. Can't recommend this place highly enough! read more

Moe or Morgan, was a fantastic bartender at Finney's, she provided good recommendations for beer and my celebratory Super Bowl food choice. The venue itself is great on the 2nd floor with a nice view. Good service overall, would recommend. read more

The OC food scene is definitely growing. Finney's Craft-house is one of the latest examples. Service and Ambiance: All staff members were very helpful. They made sure that things got sorted quickly when we encountered some issues. The restaurant offers seating on a top deck with full service and bar which is pretty cool. Food and drinks: Good selection in both categories. Food was okay. I ordered Ahi tuna burger but had to replace it with bison burger. The tuna cut had lots of white tissue that was too tough to chew. They have big selection of beers. That's good. Unfortunately, my red wine was served in a glass with a big red lipstick mark. It was replaced swiftly. Pricing: Average prices for OC area. They do offer good happy hour prices so make the most of it. read more

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Taking over the spot where Davina's Cabo Grill used to be, this SoCal small chain is a welcome addition to the Oceanside area. I have been to the Santa Barbara location once, and enjoyed it, so I was excited to try this location. New to this neighborhood (I think they opened June 17, 2024) They have a downstairs sports bar/restaurant feel and a really nice 2nd floor open air bar and seating area. Happy hour only goes till 5pm (M-F 3-5pm as of right now) which really sucks but we came in for dinner. Everyone was really nice. We had the spicy tuna crispy rice for an appetizer and I really enjoyed it. The rice was both crispy and sticky and the tuna was just a little spicy. Will order it again for sure. For dinner, my Bf had the grilled Mahi Mahi tacos, and he said they were good. He had been craving fish tacos and they totally hit the spot for him. I had a burger and it was really tasty as well. There are so many things in the menu I'm interested in trying. The neighbors had the nachos and one of the dry rub wings and it smelled so good. Definitely in the list read more

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Chicken wings came cold and I don't mean Luke warm, everyone finished their meal before my wings came made a second time freshly made. Maybe tell them to bring them out as they are made not put in the fridge and then bring out :(. Super unhappy with that! read more

Poor customer service upstairs on the rooftop. We checked in down stairs and was told it was a five minute wait after waiting upstairs 25 minutes being ignored we had enough. There were plenty of available seating. The hostess just ignored us and then walked away. Went to Local Tap House instead. Much better service and great Food! read more

Finney's Crafthouseis now open and these are my first impressions. Finney's Crafthouse is a chain that has opened in northern county and has been expanding to the coast; now they're in Downtown Oceanside. They serve a variety of American cuisine, including burgers, sliders, chicken & waffles, tacos, salads, pizza, smashburgers, buffalo cauliflower, coconut shrimp and a wide variety of beers and cocktails and boast a large selection of housemade sauces. I can also appreciate that they carry a large variety of LOCAL brands for their beer selections. They have 2 levels for dining, and ground level and an upstairs bar & deck. Downstairs has table, booth and bar seating. Upstairs has small tables for couples, bench tables for groups and bar seating. There are televisions both upstairs and downstairs, that are good for sporting events & games. Service was excellent, friendly and attentive. Upon entry, I was greeted by the host and I asked for seating upstairs. They took my name & phone number and I was notified about 12 minutes later that my seat was ready. After coming upstairs, I enjoyed the breeze and noticed that they also heaters as well. Their rooftop itself is very innovative. Its vented design allows for them to open completely and allow for natural lighting; but they can also completely fold closed and allow for protection from rain or direct sun-rays. The only negative is that they don't have the ocean view Their menu is not only diverse, but is also very reasonably priced. Most menu items are under $16 and then they have a Happy Hour Special Menu , Monday to Friday , 3PM-5PM, with food options under $9. I love their musical playlist selection that was playing 80's-90's soft rock and rock classics; perfectly suited the vibe. I ordered their mini ahi poke tacos and buffalo cauliflower and both were under $10 and very delicious. I can also appreciate their housemade sauces and aiolis. I feel the ONLY con that I could find with Finney's is that they only had some Red Rooster Louisiana hot sauce on the table and I would have liked to see a local brand, such as 7 SIBLINGS available. 7 Siblings hot sauce helps to accentuate the flavor of a meal and not drown it out. This would also show some support for a local brand. I made this recommendation to staff and management. But for those looking for a good hot sauce, ask staff for one of their housemade sauces instead. Overall, I feel that Finney's Crafthouse is a great addition to the downtown Oceanside dining scene and with plans to serve food until 10PM and drinks until 11PM, they pose to help revitalize the nightlife dining scene that downtown so desperately deserves. read more

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Appetizers delicious, drinks delicious, fav happy hour to go to with the girls. Nachos are mwah

We came here for happy hour with some friends. We were seated right away at the rooftop bar. We ordered a pretzel, loaded tator tots and Italian chopped salad. The pretzel was average, the Tator tots were good. They had a great seasoning on them. The salad was delicious. They also had a great selection of local beers and drinks. We will come back and try more food. read more

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Brayden and the cocktails! He's a master and I would highly recommend asking for him. We got the same drinks made from Someone else and they were awful! 10/10 Would recommend him. He should be training the bar staff on how to make their drinks!!! Food was delish as well! The view was also perfect read more

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Finney's was good. The food was fresh and well prepared. Everything is à La carte, so the side dishes will definitely set you back a bit. The service was very friendly, and efficient. The vibe is very boisterous and a little loud, but still super fun. Oceanside is a little out of my way, but if I'm back again I'll certainly consider Finney's for another meal. read more

Finney's Crafthouse - Oceanside - Finney Burger with onion rings - New American Near Me - Oceanside, California

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