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    Freddy’s Chophouse

    4.8 (1.4k reviews)
    Closed 3:00 pm - 10:00 PM
    Updated 2 weeks ago

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    Chicken with green beans smothered in bacon and cheese
    Brianna B.

    Location- perfectly situated downtown Staff- 100/10 (Gabby is absolutely wonderful and the host (Allen) was so gracious and friendly) Ambiance- swanky, cozy and inviting Food- my husband had the linguine with shrimp he loved it! I got the chicken with bacon and cheese- it was a bit salty for me, but I'm not used to rich food- my husband said it was delicious and brought the leftovers home (which was the whole thing minus two bites). Our lovely waitress Gabby was as immediately aware that I had not touched my meal and asked if she could bring me something else. She also took the chicken dish off our bill even though we took it home. She offered again a few minutes later to bring something else so graciously and genuinely concerned. I would definitely go back and try something else- I should have known cheese and bacon would have been too salty for my palate. WHATEVER YOU DO order the pork belly appetizer. To die for

    Marc A.

    Was at the SDCC and found that Freddy's was one of the only restaurants that didn't have a long line of people. I think the many visitors were looking for Mexican food instead of a good steak. Well, it is their loss. The pictures don't do it justice as this was a great, dimly lit restaurant with great service and food. Ambiance 10/10 Service 10/10 Food 9/10 Bathrooms 10/10 Value 9/10 Will I Return? Yes

    Steph L.

    Street, metered parking with some lots nearby. Make a reservation or expect to wait awhile for a table. They have table and bar seating inside, and tables outside as well. It took a bit to get water. Luckily we were ready to order as we only ended up seeing our waiter twice during our visit. Food came out fast. Tried: Skirt steak and baked potato $26 - skirt steak was cooked perfectly and tasted great. Baked potato was bad. It was lukewarm and tasted old. Do not get the baked potato. Buffalo chicken and fries $16 - chicken was overcooked. Buffalo sauce was good. Fries and ranch were excellent. Some of the best ranch I've ever had. Listed under appetizers but it could be an entree too. Good portion. We were sitting for a long time after finishing before we finally saw our waiter again to flag them down for the check. I'd be willing to give them another chance if I am in the area again as the steak was good. Just go here for the steak, fries and ranch.

    Estele K.

    Food 5/5: pork ribs, filet mignon, ribeye were all really good. My husband said steak was better than water grill's $70 steak. Meat was all just melting in our mouth, great and balanced seasonings. Loved all! Also the coconut shrimp was good as well. Service 5/5: Our server was Jordan, loved her, and receptionist was Sarah, great recs from her! outstanding service, really made the experience much better. Funny, personable, great to our dogs, great and accurate recommendations, all in all really fantastic. Makes us wanna come back. Ambiance 5/5: cute and cozy place! Both outdoor and indoor. Bring your pups! Def will be back! Highly recommend.

    Pork chop w/ sautéed carrots and goat cheese.
    Ben J.

    Stopped by Freddy's while at the FinOpsX. We had a large party (9 folks). We were greeted by the manager who I noticed was helping everyone out on his team in-between greeting guest. We had a wonder waitress (Gabby I believe) who talk exceptional care of us. Service was outstanding. And we haven't even talked food yet. We ordered a couple apps (burrata was killer) and they were consumed rapidly and the consensus was the same, incredible! We ordered steaks, pork chops, burgers and everything was out of this world. Personally, the pork chop (what I ate) was one of the best I've ever had. The carrots with goat cheese were a fantastic pairing. Any time I'm in San Diego, I'm going back.

    Coconut shrimp 10/10
    Cat R.

    Went on a lunch date with my friend who I haven't seen in a couple years and it was a great choice! Beautiful decor on the inside and a nice menu. I got steak and lobster, and we also shared coconut shrimp - both of which were super delicious! Good variety on the drink menu. Friendly staff and not too noisy inside. Reservations recommended.

    Pork belly toast
    Janet B.

    Friday happy hour was 3-5pm. We got in at 4:45 and were able to order 4 drinks and three $10 apps - pork belly toast, coconut shrimp, buffalo strips (came with fries). Then we also ordered dinner - skirt steaks, filet & lobster tail.

    Inside restaurant seating and bar wonderful vibe!
    Liz O.

    Excellent service from the time we checked in to our server! The food was amazing too!

    Ribeye Steak
    Donald G.

    Great chop house off the beaten path in the Gaslamp District. Food was really good and the pricing is very reasonable. The steak was cooked perfectly and well seasoned. The roasted carrots with cheese were awesome. Joe was our waiter, he was friendly and attentive. Parking is always an issue. Take Lyft if possible. Make a reservation, we went on a Monday night and they were packed. The atmosphere is old school steak house. We will return and recommend you give it a try.

    Skirt steak
    Riley W.

    We had been told Freddy's was the place to go for a solid steak and honestly it did not disappoint. The skirt steak with chimichurri sauce and French fries was absolutely phenomenal. I will say, the chimichurri is not traditional, but still great! The French fries might be some of the best I have ever had honestly. My husband got the BBQ burger and he said it was melt in your mouth fantastic! The mojito was so delicious and the old fashion hit just right. The only reason I am putting 4 instead of 5 stars is because of the service. We waited 10 minutes, with a reservation, for the host to acknowledge us. Our waiter was great but we would have liked to have been checked on a bit more. The restaurant itself is very pretty and the food is wonderful! We will be back!

    Linguine with chicken
    Christopher G.

    I went to Freddy's Chophouse yesterday with my family for my brother's birthday. Overall it was a good experience, but it wasn't fabulous or mind-boggling. Just above average and pretty good. Let's break everything down. First, the service was very good. The wait staff and the manager were very friendly and very attentive. The only slightly odd thing that happened was when my draft Pacifico was forgotten, but I did eventually get it. Next, the atmosphere is nice. It's a good mixture between a fine dining feel and a bar vibe. The decorations are slightly gaudy and Consortium-Holdings-adjacent, but it's coherent enough for me to not be mad at it. Now the most important part--the food. For me, the food was about 4/5 stars. This is kind of a discount steakhouse. They offer ribeye, flank steak, filet mignon, salmon, chicken, and lobster dishes. They also offer a lot of entree side options and premium sides, as well as salads. For me, the food quality was a little lower than I'd have liked. It's good, but it's not really *all that* or anything. My flank steak was cooked decently and to my liking, but my brother's steak was nearly medium-well when he'd asked for medium-rare. My brother's wife's chicken was slightly overcooked. But the flavors were there overall. Not bad quality food or terrible cook/presentation, but off enough for us to notice. Finally, the cocktails. My espresso martini was pretty good, and they have a nice selection of beers. However, my mother's mezcal-guava-hybrid cocktail was pretty weird. Somehow the sweetness of the drink didn't mask or mix with the smokiness of the mezcal at all. Instead it was as if you registered smokiness and super-sweetness simultaneously yet separately. Quite an odd drink I'd recommend avoiding. That's it! 4/5 on food, 5/5 on service, and 4/ on atmosphere.

    Coconut Shrimp, Summer Salad
    Saleen M.

    I went here for Happy Hour with my friend & wow, they have one of the best Happy Hours in all of SD! They have strong, amazing cocktails for $10 during this time. My favorites were their GOGO & Swifty. Customer service was top notch the first time I came. She was incredibly friendly & gave great recs. I loved it so much I went again the following week. However, I had a different server & he was a bit sassy & did not check in on us often. Coconut Shrimp: Generous amount of shrimp. Tasty! Summer Salad: Large portion & refreshing. Skirt Steak: A must order. Perfectly cooked, marinated & tender.

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    Randy H.

    Jordan was amazing, she was attentive and walked us through the menu. If you needed anything, you didn't even have to turn your head and she was there. The food was amazing!! I got the skirt steak and it was the most tender and juicy skirt steak I've had. The chimichurri sauce was the cherry the top. The fries that came with it were perfect as well. My partner has the burger and again, the meat was so juicy and overall a great burger. The place is also very well decorated with the disco ball and neon lighting. Overall a very cool place to hang out, grab a drink, and quick bite. Will be coming back soon when we're back in SD.

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    19 days ago

    This was recommended by a colleague. Great place, service to notch and most importantly the skirt steak was delicious!

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    Excellent service and great tasting food! The environment was friendly and inviting. The restaurant was clean.

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    Great service by David and the atmosphere was amazing and very intimate and it doesn't feel like your downtown

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    Ask the Community - Freddy’s Chophouse

    Do they require a reservation?

    The accept walk ins but a reservation is encouraged. I would say make one to be on the safe side

    Are dogs allowed?

    Leave your dog at home, folks! It's a restaurant, not a dog park.

    What time is happy hour?

    Saturday and Sunday noon - 4pm and Monday through Friday 3- 6 pm.

    How's the steaks flavor compared to Ruth's Chris steak house?

    Of course there's a difference in flavor and quality of the steak you're not going to get Ruth Chris you know Prime but the steak at Freddy's Chop House is very very flavorful very juicy very well cooked at about a quarter of the price of a steak at… 

    Is there parking close by?

    There is a parking garage on second Ave and island ave… 

    What time is happy hour?

    Get this website - under photos there's a section for menus ... and there is a happy hour menu there

    Do they allow kids to dine?

    Absolutely, we took our kids on another date. They Buffalo chicken strips with fries was a favorite for them. Also, they will love the chophouse bread as a warm up.

    What are the happy hour hours?

    Last night (a Friday) it was still happy hour time when we left at a bit after 7. Not sure when it ends. Sorry.… 

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    $$

    I've been coming to Music Bar since they first opened, and somehow never got around to writing a…read morereview. This one is long overdue--not that they need my review, because by now everyone already knows how amazing this place is. What keeps me coming back is the combination of great music, an energetic vibe, outstanding service, and some of the most creative cocktails you'll find anywhere. Tonight was girls' night out, so we decided to order the prettier, and sweeter cocktails. But don't let the sweet flavors fool you--they are definitely generous with the alcohol. These drinks may taste dangerously easy to sip, but they pack a punch! I don't even remember the names of the cocktails we ordered, but honestly, that doesn't matter because the menu changes so often. And that's one of the things I love most about Music Bar. Every visit brings something new, fresh, and exciting to try. Both of my drinks were absolutely delicious, with the perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors. I honestly don't know how the bartenders come up with these combinations, but kudos to the team for constantly pushing their creativity while still making every cocktail incredibly well balanced. Whether you're a first-time visitor or a regular, Music Bar never disappoints. I'll definitely keep coming back to see what new creations they come up with next. Cheers to one of my favorite cocktail spots in San Diego!

    Convoy Music Bar was my first HiFi experience and it did not disappoint! CMB is an intimate…read morelistening bar situated in an alleyway with a dark and moody ambiance. Speakers and vinyls line the walls. Vibes are more elevated here than at your usual bar. I ordered the Nickel Fortune, which came out with a fun tarot card. It was a savory drink with a nice lingering of sesame oil after each sip. Seating is pretty limited inside, so reservations are recommended. CMB's website states that "cocktail attire is celebrated."

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    Corner table view:  large JBL speakers with Macintosh amps
    Corner table view: large JBL speakers with Macintosh amps
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    Polite Provisions

    Polite Provisions

    4.3
    (2k reviews)
    4.0 mi
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    Always a 5 Star experience when gathering for drinks here…read more Over the years, the names have changed for the provider of Polite Provision's delicious orderable food to go along with their polite provisions. Items such as scrupulously prepared meatballs, fried polenta, spaghetti with mushroom sauce, etc., from the prior next-door, connected purveyor "Soda and Swine"...but those days are done ...I digress. And where is Soda and Swine's Yelp page? I know I did a review, but now the page appears gone completely in search? Nah, it's just hidden, presumably to accommodate Fortunate Sons, which opened about a year ago after re-construction of both establishments. I'm too lazy to see if still owned by Consortium Group. I did search my reviews and found my updated Soda & Swine review dated 8 & 10 years ago. O_o !! Now, food is still served, however, there's a new name in town called "Fortunate Son" (next door, connected). Apparently, food now served is Asian-inspired. I've not visited recently to taste. The North Park area is a great neighborhood with many different types of food close by. While you're there, don't forget to stop by "An's Dry Cleaners", where the most inventive gelato's, ice creams and sorbets come from.

    You can order from the bar or your table. Lots of different seating options indoors and outdoors…read more Very extensive drink menu almost too many options. The drinks we ordered were good and service didn't take too long. Right next to Fortunate Son so you can order food from them and enjoy in their bar.

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    Real oil lamps!
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    Realm of the 52 Remedies

    Realm of the 52 Remedies

    4.4
    (886 reviews)
    8.2 mi
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    My friend and I made reservations here for this past Thursday at 9 PM, and I'm already looking…read moreforward to coming back! Definitely make a reservation in advance through OpenTable because they fill up pretty quickly. There is also a deposit required, which you can lose if you no-show or cancel within 24 hours, but the deposit is refunded once you arrive for your reservation. When you arrive, a hostess greets you at the entrance. There's a small waiting area where you can sit until they come get you. Then there's a door where you press a button, and it opens to bring you into the restaurant/bar. Inside, there's a mix of tables and bar seating, and they serve food in addition to having an extensive cocktail menu. The drink menu was definitely the highlight for me. There were so many creative and unique cocktails that really stood out. I'm usually not a huge cocktail person because I don't like overly sweet drinks, and it can be surprisingly difficult to find cocktails that are both original and sophisticated enough to actually sip and enjoy. They definitely nailed that here. I tried several: *Kasato Maru: This was so smooth and absolutely delicious. By far my favorite. You could really pick up the St. Germain elderflower and pear, and the flavors worked beautifully together. Definitely one of my favorites. *Sunomono: This was more liquor-forward, but still incredibly smooth. Definitely a good choice if you want something that lets the spirits shine. *Je Ju: Unfortunately, this one wasn't for me. It had a really unusual flavor that just didn't work with my palate, and my friend wasn't a fan either. I'm usually not one to send a drink back, but the staff was fantastic about it. They happily took it back and made me a completely different cocktail. *Softly Spoken: My friend ordered this one, and it came in a glass filled with small ice cubes. I tried it and thought it was really good, but it wasn't quite my personal preference. It definitely had more of a fruity flavor profile. The food looked absolutely amazing although we didn't eat here this time. There are still so many cocktails on the menu that I want to try so I'll definitely need to come back. The atmosphere is dimly lit, intimate, and full of character. It has that cool, moody feel that makes you want to sit back, sip a cocktail, and stay awhile. And the service was phenomenal from start to finish. Overall, this was such a fun experience. Great atmosphere, creative cocktails, excellent service, and plenty more on the menu I still want to try. I can't wait to come back!

    This speakeasy was such a fun experience…read more The entryway and the decor, music,lighting and Anime playing on the walls all added to an asian inspired sensory deluge. Loved the drinks, food, and the service. Highly recommend a visit!

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    Freddy’s Chophouse - tradamerican - Updated August 2026

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