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    Four Tunas Fish & Bar - Oceanside

    4.3 (246 reviews)
    ModerateBars, Seafood
    Open • 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating

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    Spicy Octopus Taco Mar y Tierra Taco Grilled Fish Taco
    Jackie P.

    We went to Four Tunas for dinner around 6pm and loved it!! No wait, super friendly service and such a fun, casual atmosphere. We sat outside at one of the picnic tables and it had a really relaxed, laid-back vibe. The STAR was definitely the ahi tuna appetizer. SO GOOD! The tuna was incredibly fresh with avocado, cucumber and red onion, and every bite was perfectly seasoned. It had a little kick for someone like me who normally doesn't do spicy, but apparently that didn't stop me because I was fighting Nuzz for the last piece We got chips with it too and they were perfectly crunchy. I got two fried fish tacos and loved them! The fish was lightly fried and almost airy, not heavy or greasy at all. Exactly what I wanted in a fish taco! Nuzz got grilled fish, spicy octopus and the Mar y Tierra with steak and shrimp. He loved all three, although the octopus definitely brought the heat! Our server was great too. I asked for a ginger ale, which they don't have, and he actually offered to run to 7-Eleven to get me one! Obviously I wasn't going to let him do that but seriously, how sweet?! Fresh seafood, delicious tacos, great service and a laid-back atmosphere. We would absolutely come back! And next time I'm getting my own ahi appetizer. Sharing was a mistake.

    Aguachiles
    Roman M.

    Rueben is the best! Delicious food and excellent service. Thank you for a great time, looking forward to the next visit.

    Luz O.

    It was my first time here. They had polite staff that welcomed and they sat us at our table. They had the baseball game on and it seems like it's a very nice ambiance with families enjoying their meals. I had ordered 2 tacos one steak and one shrimp, along with a margarita. My sister ordered the same but with a shrimp tostada. Overall the food was good. The margarita overall was ok. Presentation was good. It did taste way too spicy and heavy on the alcohol, half the glass had ice, I didn't finish it. Overall, it was a okay experience. I had an unusual encounter with my waitress . I didn't finish my tacos or drink, I don't see myself coming back again.

    Mar y Tierra Taco and Grilled Fish Taco
    Kathy S.

    Have been wanting to try Four Tunas for a while. Stopped by on a Tuesday afternoon to order a couple tacos to go. It's a sit down restaurant and bar, with outside seating. Ordered a grilled fish taco and Mar Y Tierra (surf & turf with beef/shrimp). The service was great. Got both red and green salsa, the green was hot and delicious. The grilled fish taco was SO good, would order again. The other taco was more turf than surf, maybe 2 shrimp at the most. For the price, it was just ok. Thinking maybe the grilled fish burrito would be delicious too.

    Mixed seafood taco
    Con C.

    Both entrees were unique and ! Loved the mixed taco and lobster burrito (with smoked tuna and French fries inside). Never had these yummy flavors before. Complimentary seafood consommé shooter was delicious! Comes with chips and salsa with a good amount of kick. Green and red sauces were good too. Love the decorated walls and fresh flavors. Not like anywhere else. Fresh tasty food and excellent attentive service. Definitely make it a stop!

    Fried Calamari Starter
    Emilyn A.

    My family dined here on a Saturday night to celebrate two birthdays. I had called ahead to make a reservation, but upon arrival, it seems that there was a a lack of communication between the person I spoke with on the phone and the server working there. It didn't seem like the server anticipated our group being there. However, he got us seated quickly. Keep in mind that the restaurant is fairly small, and there were 8 of us, so he had to move two tables together. Luckily, there were no other large groups there when we went, otherwise it wouldn't have worked out with the seating. We noticed after being seated that there was only one server working, which we found odd for a Saturday evening. He was working hard, running around the whole evening, and made sure we had everything we needed. The food was delicious and so fresh tasting. We had the complimentary chips and salsa to start, and also ordered the calamari as an appetizer. The calamari was perfectly crispy without being greasy, and the aioli to go with it was so creamy and yummy. For our entrees, most of us ordered the surf and turf fajitas and we absolutely loved them. The skirt steak was juicy and flavorful and the shrimp and bell peppers were delicious and perfectly cooked. The sides include rice, beans and grilled veggies, as well as corn or flour tortillas. I opted for corn tortillas and noticed they broke apart pretty easily. My favorite dishes of the night were dessert -- we got to try the chocoflan and fried ice cream as complimentary birthday desserts. The chocoflan was moist, sweet without being overpoweringly sweet, and surprisingly light. I would go back just to have the chocoflan again. I hope that management will be more mindful of staffing in the future, as that was the only thing that needed improvement. The server did an amazing job despite being the only one there, but it doesn't seem fair that he didn't have help on a busy Saturday night.

    Love that they have tv and we can watch our favorite team play!
    Regina P.

    First time at this restaurant. Already coming in very nice casual place to hang for lunch or dinner. Sports showing on tv. You can eat inside or outside. Love that option!! The food took a bit long. But it was worth it!! I was surprised how the fish was so big!! It was simply delicious!! Our person didn't ask if we needed refill in our drinks, he just went and got it for us!! I was impressed!! I will be back for sure!!!!

    Winnie C.

    The restaurant is located at a strip mall near Oceanside. We were seated right away as there not a a lot of customers. Weirdly they didn't have the AC on even though it was hot during the day. We ordered a bunch of tacos and burritos. They all tasted fine although the tortillas were hard. The tuna burrito came with bacon and potatoes which gave a nice texture. Our server wasn't very attentive as he only brought up things as we ask and missed the tostoda I ordered.

    (L) battered fish taco (R) shrimp taco
    Iris G.

    I was craving really good Mexican ceviche and this place delivered. As you enter this establishment you will see plenty of seating both outdoor and indoors. This place is also very clean and well kept. We sat at the countertop and we were immediately greeted and served chips and salsa along with a tasting of their consume (broth) . The broth alone was 10/10. Service was great and the gentleman who assisted us was very attentive. I forgot to ask his name but he stayed the concept of the restaurant was to serve Baja Cali style seafood. Aaaand that he did! I got a shrimp taco 10/10 along with a fish battered taco 8/10 and a tostada mixta 100/10. This tostada ended up being my favorite. The fish was well marinated in citrus which is what normally makes a good ceviche. I will add that they mastered the tostada at this place. At no point did my tostada break or became soggy with all the weight and the lime juice of the ceviche. Every bite I took the tostada was crunchy and still holding on strong for the ceviche. I will definitely make this my must stop restaurant when heading to SD. Highly recommend this place.

    7 mares soup
    Grace N.

    Excellent service and excellent food! Place is clean and I love their plates and bowls, nautical theme. We sat outside and our server was super nice and kind. They provided on the house chips and salsa and shots of the seafood broth (consome) when you are seated. We got the 7 mares soup, fish ceviche tostada and shrimp and octopus cocktail. The 7 mares soup was packed with tons of fish, shrimp and a huge deep fried white fish fillet, which was so good! I couldn't finish the soup myself and packed the rest to go. The cocktail has a wonderful balance of the cocktail sauce/juice in it and actually forgot the octopus in ours but later brought out on the side a separate portion of the octopus for us. Which was so nice! The fish ceviche tostada was very refreshing and yummy as well. Overall, great place for lunch and awesome service! Highly recommend!

    Ahi starter
    Haley L.

    The food here is amazing. Very fresh. You have to get the ahi starter! Great fish tacos too!

    Veracruzana sea bass. Tasty and healthy.

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    The rooftop has one of the best views in Oceanside and is definitely a great spot to bring a date…read more The atmosphere and ocean views are the main draw, and the chicken sandwich was excellent. That said, after multiple visits, the service has consistently been the weak point. It can be slow and doesn't quite match the upscale experience or price point you'd expect from a rooftop like this. At these prices, I'd expect a level of service closer to what you'd receive at a high-end resort, and unfortunately it hasn't been there. You're definitely paying a premium for the location and view. I'd still recommend checking it out, especially for drinks, sunset, or a date night, but keep your expectations realistic when it comes to service and value.

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    Went for Happy Hour Love the Tiki bar Ambience…read more They got it right Hubby loved the Taco Tuesday fish tacos I had the dry rib chicken wings...perfect Shout out to our amazing bartender Parker

    If you like your tiki bars low-key, The Lobby Tiki Bar & Grill has got you covered…read more If that sounds like a negative, it's not. In this case, "low-key" refers to a tiki bar that is not over-the-top; one that doesn't cause you to enter into an entirely different reality. There's a time and place for that sort of tiki bar but in a small coastal town perhaps you don't want or need to enter a fourth dimension. The Lobby is small (though larger than I'd anticipated), not noticeably dark (like many in the genre), and outfitted with a nice array of tiki-themed tchotchkes. Scooby Doo, playing silently on a small tv above the bar, is a perfect accompaniment to the pleasing decor. I both ate and drank here and found nothing not to enjoy. Tiki bars generally elicit happiness in me and this one, with its excellent server, did not change that mindset. An Astro Chimp ($14) was my tiki drink of choice, mostly because I was interested in trying a cocktail featuring cold brew. Very good, and it did not keep me up all night. Fish & Chips ($23) was a sizable and satisfying portion, plenty there to be shared by two. "Brussels" ($11), were also quite good and ample. You will not go hungry if you choose to dine here. The Lobby is a fun choice for your time in Oceanside. Stylish and satisfying on every front, I'd happily return. Other stuff: * There is apparently a stairway-accessible rooftop deck here but it was closed for a private event during my visit. If open, definitely worth checking out. * 5% surcharge is automatically added to everything you spend here.

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    The Space Pad

    4.2(142 reviews)
    3.8 mi
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    Drinks are good and definitely a cool place! BUT the waiter/bartender tried to double tip himself…read morehoping I wouldn't notice. They make it hard to see but 20% gratuity was already included and somehow they "accidentally" selected an additional 30% tip for me. I had to ask about it and he gave me a refund but seemed suspicious. Make sure to thoroughly review your bill before paying. I have brought many people to this place over the years and probably won't be back.

    Whimsical speakeasy inside Killowatt Brewing in Oceanside. SMALL but incredibly detailed and…read moreentertaining atmosphere. Reservations suggested. Doors at the end of the hallway past the bathrooms. This is a FUN speakeasy. There are moving parts, visual effects, beautiful dioramas and hallucinogenic black-light effects. Drinks are good. I have been here 4 different times in various capacities (with 2-3 friends or with dates) and I found the staff inside a bit stoic and unwelcoming each time. I'm not expecting Puppy-dog enthusiasm but it definitely feels you are invading their space by being the room and I find I tend to apologize for my presence. That perception aside, if you aren't trying to chat the bartender up for lively conversation there is plenty to see in the cleverly themed bar. There are just a couple U-booths and a handful of bar stools. So you're on a time-limit for your stop in this portal.

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    Junkyard Sports Bar & Grill

    Junkyard Sports Bar & Grill

    3.9(181 reviews)
    1.4 mi
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    Sports on TV
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    We eventually made it here after failed attempts elsewhere to find a place offering the NFL Ticket…read more Junkyard does have it. The place is very well decorated/interior designed. It's really cool. And cozy. We sat at a high-top table away from the bar. We usually sit at bars, but that's ok. Got there late. TV's are everywhere. Not a problem finding a tv with our game on it. Our server was perfection. I think her name was Kelly but can't swear to it. Very attentive and very nice. Good looking, woman, too. The food was good. I ordered the wings. I don't like wing drumettes, especially the really large ones. I prefer the wing tips. Wing drumettes are supposed to be small. The whole idea is that you eat many of them like you would a snack or appetizer, not one or two really big ones where you get full, like a KFC wing. But the wing tips were normal sized. And they were flavored well and cooked properly. We also ordered the nachos. While I appreciate the thought, no thanks. Sports bar nachos should be sports-ish. I mean, melted cheddar or nacho cheese smothering yellow corn chips and chili or ground beef, and beans and jalapenos. The nachos at Junkyard are boutique, like something women would eat at The Henry or Viggilucci's. The Junkyard has a sort of rough and tough motif, you know, steampunk/biker/mechanic/car enthusiast. The nachos should reflect that theme. Other than that, we will definitely be back. OH!..one more nuance. The back corner tv's are blocked by this huge "Junkyard" sign over the pool table. Hope those tv's weren't the expensive ones. Maybe raise or lower that sign. My view in photo.

    This is such a fun place to be with a standout menu of delicious food and drinks with the…read morefriendliest staff who make you feel like you've been friends forever. There's always such great events going on where you can watch the game or fight, dance to great music with a great DJ or you prefer to sing, they have karaoke nights as well. You can also host small dinner parties here and it's absolutely magical outside at night. I love their food menu, really delicious and fresh flavors. So many exciting menu items to have and try out. I especially love their burgers and tacos. They have a great taco Tuesday and I recommend their birria. I like my drinks strong with some spice, so I recommend their taco Tuesday drink specials too.

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    4.4(2.6k reviews)
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    Delicious food awesome customer service. The Mac and cheese…read morewas bomb. Salmon was delicious as well.

    We came here Labor Day weekend to celebrate my brother's birthday…read more My dad had called ahead to reserve a table since it was 6 adults and 2 toddlers. We were seated right away. We started with some appetizers - my favorite was the crispy brussel sprouts and cauliflower. Everything was perfectly roasted and there was a great kick with the habanero jam feta. The fly basket was pretty good, but keep in mind that the portion size is small - 3 of each of the hush puppies, fried shrimp, and fried green tomatoes. My husband ordered one of the specials which was a short rib pot pie - one of our favorite dishes of the night. The short rib was so tender and the dish was rich but in the perfect way. I ordered the tri tip sando. It was loaded up with meat and grilled peppers and onions. I upgraded my fries to truffle fries and those were really flavorful! My mom ordered the cioppino. She was a little disappointed by how many mussels there were in the dish - she had been hoping for more fish and shrimp. She said the flavor was good though. For dessert, we did opt to try the beignets. Honestly I could have done without them. They weren't as light and fluffy as they could've been. Overall, it was a good experience with great accommodations for our toddlers and great service.

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    3.9(433 reviews)
    3.8 mi
    •$$

    We got here just in time for sunset and the amazing view. The bartender was super friendly and…read moreaccommodating. It wasn't a very busy evening, there were only a few other patrons at the time so we were able to get nice seats looking out towards the beach. My friend and I each ordered a cocktail that was cute but weren't amazing flavor wise. I had decided some fish tacos sounded great for dinner and found out that they were actually on special for taco Tuesday, score! $6 each, don't mind if I do. The tacos were delicious and refreshing, 2 was the perfect amount for me. My friend opted for the poke bowl which she said she enjoyed but it did have quite a bit of spice so be aware. This was such a cute spot I loved the ambience and I will be back, maybe try a different drink next time.

    This place kind of feels like a group of girls were sitting at a bar one night and decided how cool…read moreit would be to open their own place. And honestly, that would be cool if the flow was there, but you can kind of tell that all the ideas aren't fully there yet. For starters, the drinks are expensive, which I get because you're in Oceanside by the beach and I'm sure rent isn't cheap. But man, I paid $18 for a coffee-style cocktail and it was pretty bad. They put this whipped cream on top that just didn't work with the drink and was actually pretty nasty. They definitely put alcohol in it, which was good I guess, but overall it was probably one of the worst cocktails I've had in a while. My wife and I also walked up to the bar and waited to be attended. One of the waitresses was busy cleaning and organizing things, going back and forth from inside to outside, while another waitress was socializing with a group of guys for probably 6-7 minutes before noticing us standing at the front of the bar. I really don't mind waiting, but when you combine that with the quality of the drinks and the lack of attention, it just makes it seem like no one really cares that much. That's kind of why I made the comment in the beginning. The place has a cool idea behind it, but you can tell it's missing some of the professionalism and attention to detail that comes with running a good bar. The one thing that really saves this place is the view. It's a really nice view, and during sunset I can definitely see why people come here. Other than that though, I personally wouldn't spend my money here again.

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    Cococabana - Tiki Bar downstairs

    Tiki Bar downstairs

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    Plantains and ceviche

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    Frankie’s - The bar is lovely!

    Frankie’s

    4.3(167 reviews)
    3.8 mi
    •$$

    Drinks were spot on, the mezcal/habanero Toxica blew me away...bartenders were down for small talk…read more Felt like a proper bar.

    With so many places to imbibe in Oceanside, I realize how competitive these places have to be to…read morestay in business so I have to admit, my standards are fairly high. My husband and I stopped in to Frankie's on a recent Saturday at 5pm. Our kiddo had a performance down the street at 6pm so we had a little time to kill beforehand. The neighboring spots looked busy so we decided to go with Frankie's, seeing as they were less inundated at the time and we had a time constraint. Another allure was the sandwich board at the front door advertising discounted cocktails - sold!! Inside there were a handful of patrons at the bar, another table with two additional patrons and maybe a couple on the patio so it was fairly quiet and slow, so it looked promising. We headed up to the bar and hung out behind two empty barstools, the single female bartender greeted us and said she'd be right with us, but then continued chatting up the seated patrons, serving them and their friends that had just joined (AFTER we'd arrived). We moved a little further down to the handoff area where she was making drinks to save her having to come back to us again, and stood there for probably 10 minutes while she took orders and made all the drinks. We commented that she looked like she could definitely use a hand, and she said they were still adjusting into summer hours and determining whether more coverage was needed at this time - I figured 5pm on a Saturday should be primetime, so I'm not sure in what universe having a single bartender makes any sense. Finally we placed our cocktail orders, waited while they were made, and then put our card down for the tab. After we'd paid, I noticed the cocktails were more expensive than advertised on the sandwich board out front - I couldn't find a disclaimer anywhere that said only certain cocktails were included, so while it was a bummer I wasn't about to wait another 10-15 minutes to catch her attention and ask for clarification. Just a heads up to beware of whatever is advertised that might summon you in from the sidewalk, and make sure you ask before you make your selection. Drinks were very subpar, nothing special to write home about. While I can appreciate the Gatsby-esque vibe they're trying to uphold at Frankie's, they really should increase their staffing especially during prime weekend and evening hours, and be more transparent about their specials and what's included and what's not. Hindsight is 20/20, and the low volume of patrons when everything else around it was going off was probably a sign, so we'll skip Frankie's our next go around.

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