I checked out Jazzy Wishbone for the first time, and overall, it was an okay experience. The…read moreatmosphere was nice, and I'm always willing to try somewhere new, especially when there's live jazz and comedy. That said, I was a little disappointed to find out that even with a reserved table, there's a $30 minimum if you want to stay for the jazz, and a $25 minimum for the comedy. I understand businesses have minimums, but personally, I prefer places where I can come in, relax, listen to the music, and decide what I want to spend without feeling pressured--especially when I'm experiencing a band or comedian for the first time and don't know what to expect. The waitress was okay, although there were a few assumptions made during my visit that I didn't feel were appropriate. I'm glad I checked it out and experienced it for myself. It just probably isn't somewhere I'll return to. I'm looking for more of a laid-back, come-as-you-are kind of spot where I can enjoy the entertainment without feeling obligated to meet a spending minimum. Nothing ventured, nothing gained! At least now I know.

We loved this place! We were in town and wanted a cool chill spot for the night after a day of…read morebeing out. My husband found this place and was interested because of the live music and it being a jazz place. We ubered there which seemed smart because it's street parking and seemed quite limited. There's a $5 cover on Fridays and Saturdays (I think they have live music both days) and we did not have a reservation. I think if you have a reservation you can get a table in their back area. We were up front with the band. It's a pretty small place, maybe about 5 or 6 high top tables in the front, the bar toward the back, and that back room which we didn't look in. We cozied up until someone left a high top and then hung out there. We ordered some drinks that were specials for the night and some that were regularly on the menu. We had a great time! Drinks were good, I think also reasonably priced. Music went from 7pm to 10pm and we got there around 7:30 and it was good and busy! This definitely feels like a family joint, their mascot is their little chihuahua Wishbone and I love that so much. Owners were fun, kept things going while the band was on break, just overall a really good time. I'm not much of a drinker so I can't speak to the types of liquor, but I definitely was feeling my drinks and couldn't finish my 3rd. If we lived here I think this would become a regular spot for us. What a fun time!

I recommend you people come here grab some bomb ass draft beer pretty good burgers it's a great…read moreplace to hang out give out free Mexican candy

A classic dive bar. Pool table, loud rock & punk music blaring, bar staff calls customers by their…read morenames, $7.50 for a Stella but they give you a free bottle of water if you asked for it. A fun locals place. I love the fact that they can't be bothered to take down the Christmas decorations. Maybe they believe that everyday is Christmas. Either way, this place has an eclectic mix of all kinds of stuff. It is definitely a locals bar but if you mind yourself, tourist are welcomed.

What great concert venue by the Oceanside Pier. We were here a couple years ago to see a couple…read morebands and last weekend we came by to support Jacob's Castle during the Supergirl Surf Festival. The event offered some food options, beverages, and a beer garden. This was a free concert with some bleacher seats and plenty of standing room by the stage. We got to be right up front and enjoyed clear view of the bands. Jakob Nowell and his band put on a fantastic show and really got the crowd ready for the next band, The Plain White T's. We had so much fun and it was a memorable night.

The vibe is outstanding!!!…read more The beach was great , the plaza is feet away from the beach along with the long pier . Awesome park on the beach for the kiddos. While we were there someone was playing the pink panther on a saxophone . They have food trucks and Snacks, parking is a great price . Everyone was happy and pleasant Tip: The bathrooms are clean .

First time there this Saturday night & had a blast. Great drinks, great bites, great staff, close…read morelocation and the band. B.I.G is a must see!

It's super hot inside in the summer and can smell like a barn. Some of the bartenders are about as…read morekind as a rattlesnake & sometimes you get a really kind one. The outside is great b/c there is a huge outdoor fun area. Great location but...

I am not sure there is anywhere in North County that is anything like Sound by the Sea. It has…read moresuch a great laid back, chill vibe that you can feel walking in and never leaves you while you're there. We went for some drinks and something to eat after an event and it was the perfect place to wind down, listen to some great music and just enjoy yourself and your company. We had the charcuterie board with meat and it was perfect. There were a lot of different meats and cheeses I thoroughly enjoyed and a perfect accompaniment to the drinks, which was my main focus. I had the Exotica '58 Tiki and my gf had the Midnight Driver. Both were delicious and potent and looked incredible (see pic). We will definitely be back here but next time we might bring some folks to join the vibe... or maybe not. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!!!!

Came here 8/29 Saturday night and had a not great experience. Ambiance & vibe is cool! But, my…read moregroup ordered 3 drinks in total here and they were the worst cocktails I've had in my life, and they were $17. My friend ordered a "sexy boy" and it tasted like straight up Pine-sol. I LOVE something a little herbal or bitter-- this was not that, all 3 of us agreed it was undrinkable. She brought it back to the bartender for a lemon drop, that ended up being made sickeningly sweet, like biting into a cinnamon roll!! Can't we just get a normal drink!? There's a wide, wide range between Pine-sol and cinnamon roll. It almost felt insulting, honestly, like a bad joke.. I ordered one of their "specials" and it also came out tasting like cleaning solution. I know bitter Italian liqueurs, I'm not freshly 21, and I can usually get by with a drink I don't prefer, but this was (once again) soooo over-the-top bitter. It just didn't taste like something you should even put in your body-- cleaning solution is the most accurate descriptor. I was excited because this place has great reviews, but we must have came on a bad night.. I'd come back for the DJs, just order water or something in a can.

Huge night market with mostly food, but also plenty of crafts. Spans 5 blocks. Something for…read moreeveryone! Some faves: Hunter's tri tip K-Bop's kimbap and japchae combo Nora's cakes Take a walk on the Pier after! Parking can be tricky, but you can park at the Civic Center lot and walk a couple blocks.

This place is so much fun! Can't believe it's every week. Most diverse food fair I've ever been…read more The Mediterranean chicken, tamales, lamb chops were standout. Sausage rolls and the candied nuts were yummy also. Took home Java rice, short ribs, paella, and pizza as well. Need to go back for the tri tip sandwich and fish and chips and all those desserts! Great location in downtown, easy to walk around and street parking nearby. Cool beachy vibe. Some lines were long but moved fast. Lots of vendors providing samples. Cash is king, most vendors prefer otherwise an extra fee.

Super fun open mic on Thursday! Hosts Raynaldo and Suzanne are welcoming and help keep the evening…read morefun and light. Outdoor patio is spacious and great for summer evenings. Wines were good and they allow you to bring in food from neighboring restaurants. Be sure to check it out if you're a North County musician.

We love open mic night and the wine tender is super cool and the wine doesn't suck either :)read more

A friend and I attended the Candlelight performance. I had been to this theater years back and…read moreforgot how convenient the theater is and what great performances they have to offer. They are very organized as far as getting the attendees to their seats. They are also very friendly. We found the place to be very clean and the chairs pretty comfortable. Our tickets were for the C section which was seated further and higher. I thought this was perfect for the performance we were seeing. I will have to keep this place in mind for future shows. I would recommend the theater. Street parking is available and not too far away is a parking garage. Be aware of where you park, watch for timed parking signs.

First of all, I was expecting to see Joe Hisaishi perform but, instead it was a quartet performing…read moremusic by Joe Hisaishi. Did I feel scammed? YES! Did I enjoy the music though? YES! Fortunately, the musicians were all top notch professional musicians with peak level musicality other wise I would have walked out... MUSICIANS: Professional and their playing was very soothing. They even performed an encore at the end which was the Legend of Zelda... SERVICE: C+ I felt like I was entering TSA check in at the airport. Phones must be silent. I couldn't even have the screen on. Too strict for a small theatre... AMBIANCE: 7/10 you could hear fire trucks passing by in the background. Do they plan to leave the theater doors open throughout the entire performance? This is definitely very different from Carnegie Hall... I should have known better. Joe Hisaishi would not be performing at a little theatre like this one... I would steer clear!!!

I saw Stranger Things Sings, which was a musical satire of the show. They basically do the whole…read moreshow from beginning to end on stage. It was fairly funny. They have audience people on stage whom they interact with, which was pretty rad. It was pretty entertaining all in all. The theater was pretty good. They have a small concession stand with some drinks and snacks. The sounds was pretty decent. They definitely need to get another bathroom in there though and maybe update the seating area.

First time in the theater and I really enjoyed it. The plays are reasonably priced and no extra…read morefees. Looking forward to coming back when the remodel is complete.

I live in downtown Oceanside, where many restaurants exist. In the eight years that I've lived here…read more, I've eaten at many of them at least once. I always wondered about Rosewood, but haven't tried it because it is Japanese which I know nothing about. Yesterday I had to try it. Maren, my server, reviewed the menu and suggested Shio Tonkotsu, a popular Ramen dish. I chose chicken over pork and was overjoyed by my choice. The chicken was so delicious as was the Ramen and the broth. Rosewood is a new adventure for me and I have to try their other dishes. I'll let you know what I think because Rosewood is going to get another visit. I forgot to mention their outside patio is a fun place to enjoy a meal.

We were trying to find a place that was a midway point between Temecula and San Diego to meet up…read morewith a friend. We settled on Oceanside in hopes of finding good food, as our weekend (end of Feb) had been full of a poor results. This place came up as very well rated on Yelp, as my friend and I searched for places to eat. It was a Saturday night with great weather. The red flag I should have read into was that the lone guy working that night was a one man show. He was doing it all in the front of the house. I tried to get us a table to sit outdoors but he just couldn't get to the table to clean it. After about 20 minutes he finally came and just moved all the bowls to the empty table next to it and wiped it down. When my friends finally arrived we all sat down to sticky menus that had NO descriptions. What you see on the website is exactly what they have on the menu. We had to wait to ask the server/host what each menu item meant. It took a while to get our food from when we ordered. Thank goodness for good company, I didn't clock it. The food options were limited and keep in mind for those who have children, most of the options come with a spicy kick, you'll have to explicitly tell them "no spicy"! There was a party who had been sitting for a while before we got there and a kiddo took a bite of pizza and was crying, screaming from it being so spicy. With my ramen the portions are tiny for what you pay, with 1 piece of meat, not enough noodles. Flavor wise it was spicy and bland. We ordered a couple appetizers which were not very good. The edamame was overly salty and soaked in soy sauce and the karaage was probably the only good thing and that was a little overfried. No one in our party finished our food or took any of the leftovers home. Save yourself the trip, not worth trying the "unique foods".