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We came back again today for a casual grab a drink Sunday. My fiancé and I met here on our first date:) so we decided to come here to celebrate our date and enjoy the great vide and drink here once a while. The bartenders here are super friendly and never disappointed us on the drinks. Great hang out place to enjoy the couple time with some drinks, pool time and arcade games. read more

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Matthew G.

Thanks so much, Daniel! If all worked out well hopefully we catch you…

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This place is pretty great. They have alot of options as far as alcohol goes. 1 pool table. Couple old school games. They have a burger spot right outside of the bar- the burgers are really good. Fairly a good amount of seating is available. Long table top bar. It does get very loud in here. Staff is pretty pleasant. But I will admit they need a new security guy. He was lazy. Initially when I got there I pulled out my id to show him and he just waves me by. Then my friend offered his and he just says your good. Didn't even check our IDs at all. That is a tad concerning considering the crowd was fairly young, college students it seemed. Parking isn't to bad here because its a residential area you can find parking. read more

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Jesse M.

Thanks for the great review! We truly appreciate all love shared. We…

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Sergio G.

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Great ambiance Great service Plenty of seating Reasonably priced drinks Highly recommend read more

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Can drink inside. Not on the patio near the street to smoke or anything. So had to down a beer to puff on a cigar.

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This place was GREAT!!! I am not a Colts fan by any means....we didn't know this was a Colts bar prior to walking in. We were just driving by and said "Oh this looks fun!" If only there was a picture of my face walking in with my 9ers jersey and my 9ers shoes when it hit me.....BLUE and WHITE everywhere!!! Atmosphere was fun and loud! Staff and patrons were so nice and service was amazing!!!! Drinks were nice and strong with great beer selection! Good times!!!! read more

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Came here for a quick stop along my night. I was able to sit at the bar. This place was definitely popular at the timeframe that I got there. Definitely really fun vibes, but can be overwhelming if you are just by yourself, especially at certain times. The beer selection they have on tap is really good. Overall though it's a really nice spot to check out. read more

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Jesse M.

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Leslie B.

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The Sidecar cocktail as been one of my favorite cocktails for many years. As many San Diego cocktail bars don't serve brandy, it can be a little more difficult to find. The Sidecar Bar opened up a few years ago, and, somehow, I had not visited until recently. It so happened, that we had tickets to check out a band at a venue just around the corner, making Sidecar the perfect place to grab a drink and a bite. I had expected a chill dive bar scene, especially knowing that Sidecar is sort of known to be a biker bar. However, it was absolutely packed when we arrived. The bar felt to be more of a mainstream bar, with customers from all walks of life, the majority being in young, casually dressed adults. It was pretty cool, in that they had lots of games on one end of the bar and a small stage area for bands at the other end. We came on a band night. I have no idea who was playing, but it was a cover band and they seemed quite popular. It was cool to see the the Sidecar was the first cocktail on the menu. I ordered a Sidecar and my husband ordered a Sazerac. Somehow, despite the crowd, we were able to order our drinks quickly. Also, somehow, we found our own table on the side of the bar. The drinks were very well made, so we ordered another round. It is rare to get cocktails as well made as these for $12. Since we hadn't had dinner, we both ordered protein bowls from The Shed, the small eatery that is attached to the building. We ate inside the bar with our drinks. All in all, it was a great stop before our show. I would gladly head back for more Sidecars, but would prefer to go on more of a chill night. read more

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Jesse M.

Thank you so much for the wonderful review! While we have nothing…

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I love it here it's a perfect local dive bar without all the questionable old men lol. I would still consider it more on the hipster side tho. They've got a pool table as well as a few arcade and board games with extra seating further towards the back. Bar service is great and they do a great job remembering their locals and making you feel welcome. My BF and I started coming here because they have a smash burger joint called The Shed on their patio. Lemme tell yall sum... BEST SMASHBURGER IN SAN DIEGO, but I digress aha this is also a great place to grab a casual drink, ya just can't go wrong. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ read more

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Jesse M.

Thanks, Dona!! Truly appreciate you taking the time to leave such a…

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Grace M.

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Nothing great but nothing bad. Need a drink go here. Parking is not the best but that is San Diego. Does have a chill atmosphere. a lot of USD students. Cool games (currently the record holder on pac man). Service is great. read more

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Jesse M.

Thanks for the kind review, we love our staff and think they crush…

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This bar is full of locals you might get some looks when you walk in. The bartenders are very flirty with each other and sometimes theyre paying attention to each other more than the patrons read more

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Jesse M.

Hey Jeanette! Thanks for coming by but bummed to hear that you might…

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This place is scuba hidden gem! Kind of located in a weird area with not a lot around it but you can come here and stay here all night! Came for a friends birthday party and they were able to rent out the back area which was nice for a small group of friends. They have great cocktails with fresh citrus and they are really well priced and very spirit forward! They don't serve food at the bar but have a food truck that was delicious. read more

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Matthew G.

Thanks so much for that awesome review! We really appreciate you…

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Karin P.

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Hosted an informal retirement gathering here. Bartenders and owner were nothing but accommodating and courteous. Food and drinks were great. Love this place!! read more

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Gregg M.

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Yup!!!! Sidecar is still one of the best!!! Made it back down here today with my now fiancée and we tried a couple new drinks that I hadn't yet tried. After a traditional old fashioned we decided to order a penicillin which was a fantastic cocktail with great flavor and then we both had a paper plane. Albeit we just had our first experience here a couple months ago, Sidecar remains one of our favorite bars now. read more

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Matthew G.

wow… what an incredibly flattering review, we are beyond grateful for…

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Meghna R.

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Delicious drinks, hearty and flavorful food, and awesome service - definitely make a stop here to grab a burger on-demand with a cold drink and chill out. Thank you for the awesome service, Emmanuel! read more

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Rich M.

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I was drawn here because this place was the only spot in town that had Melvin 2x4 IIPA, 9.9%. This beer is quite elusive to find on tap. They always have some rarer ones on draft. It was well worth the visit, and I noticed this is a really lively place as the night progresses. While the crowd was primarily younger Gen Y and Z, this Gen Xer had no problems feeling out of place! Then again, I'm at the age where I don't care anymore about petty stuff like this.. Not really a biker bar, but this is also a hangout for newer age dudes with motorcycles. All types of bikes. You don't need a Harley or Indian to park it outside and feel like you fit in. They seem to have some interesting and creative cocktails, which I would come back to try without a doubt. This was specifically a beer mission that was accomplished. The other cool thing is they have games! Not on the arcade level, but still quite a few to enjoy with your friends while drinking. I dig this place, and just wish it was a little closer to home so I could hit it more often. read more

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Matthew G.

thanks for the awesome review, rich! those melvin beers were damn…

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Crystal F.

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We stopped by for drinks with friends, I don't really like bars or crowds, but it was surprisingly light and quiet on the night we came by. The vibe was pretty chill, they had a nice selection of beer and cocktails to choose from. We will be back to try the food and other cocktails. read more

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Matthew G.

thanks, crystal! we appreciate you stopping by and taking the time…

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Zach C.

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To be honest I've been here before and it's nothing special but tonight sucked. I had a bad day at work so I figured why not grab a beer, sat down at the bar to have the bartender look at me multiple times, walked by once, walked by twice, I'm trying to be chill and patient, well guess what I never got my beer because no one said a god damn thing to me. I dont get it dude, don't you want to have customers return? Was really surprised and bummed out, just ended walking out after 5 minutes of nothing. Just read a 1 star review and guess what? They mention the same exact thing, what a surprise. I feel like this might be one of those establishments who get a good consistent crowd and are only friendly to the locals. read more

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Jesse M.

Hey Zach. Truly sorry that was your experience at the bar, that's the…

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Evolv S.

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Sidecar is officially my new favorite place and Chase is the reason. I asked him to make my drink "not so cold," and somehow this man warmed the ice up for me. Don't ask how. Just know it was perfect. 20/10 would recommend! read more

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Jesse M.

Love hearing this! Chase is a national treasure although I’m not sure…

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Sarah G.

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This place is hands down thee worst bar I've EVER been to. We stood AT THE WELL, at the bar,for over 5 mins which is fine. But, when THREE TO FOUR "bartenders" walk past you in those five minutes more than THREE times each, you have a major problem!!!! We will NEVER come back here for any reason, drinks are mediocre, at best and the service couldn't be worse. 0 out of 10, would NEVER recommend! read more

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Jesse M.

Hey, Sarah. I truly hate that you had that experience at our bar.…

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Gabriela E.

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Colts bar! Cool atmosphere especially for football. Great beer selection and tasty food. They have games and lots of TV as well!

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Matthew G.

Thanks for taking the time to share some kind words! Cheers and go…

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MC H.

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Stopped by during happy hour. Bar was full so we grabbed a table in back. Great service and perfectly made rye old fashion!

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Casie H.

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Visiting in town, and stayed in a nearby hotel. Saw this place when we visited a nearby gas station and decided to stop by for lunch and a drink. Both the burger and cheese curds were AMAZING! Extra points for having Coors Banquet on draft. The bartender was very friendly and easy to talk to! 10/10 would recommend this place. read more

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Jesse M.

Thanks for taking the time to leave us such a kind review, truly…

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Tera G.

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Updating my review. Although my fella and I haven't yet had a chance to give Side Car another go because of the busy holiday season, we will definitely be back as soon as we can based on the response by the owner and bartender (which totally blew us away, so refreshing!) My fella (who loves Pliny) is in food service too so completely related to the POS challenges you had the night we were there. We look forward to our next visit-happy holidays to you and yours! read more

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Matthew G.

Hi, Tera. We are so sorry and beyond embarrassed by the horrible…

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Ryan F.

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Sidecar is awesome. Pretty unique beer list compared to most places, great staff, and good vibe. One of my favorites read more

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Matthew G.

thanks, ryan! while we try not to fall into one category or the other…

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Marjon F.

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cool new games bar across from cordova bar. my boyfriend and I decided to stop here after a drink at cordova. it has a small dive bar feel but with proper cocktails and games. I loved the vibe. I could have my fancy mezcal cocktail and play Billiards all in one place. read more

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Matthew G.

Awesome, thanks for stopping by! We love our neighbors across the…

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Max A.

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Side car is one of my fan bars the drinks are amazing. I love the penicillin the food is also a must have the Birria quesadilla is my favorite and the pinball. read more

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Jesse M.

Thanks, Max! We make that ginger syrup fresh twice a week and it…

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Michelle W.

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The redhead short female bartender is horrible and rude! Her drinks suck and she over charges for poorly made drinks.

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Jesse M.

Hey Michelle, sounds like you were having a rough night from all the…

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Kimiko S.

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Love this bar! Anytime we go out it is our top choice! Can never turn down the vibe, food and drinks!!

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Jesse M.

Hot damn!! Thanks so much, Kimiko! We couldn’t love this review more.…

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Great Bar with good prices! Came here during a Monday afternoon and loved their beer selection. They have a couple of games you can play there, Pool, Basketball, and Pinball. Overall good vibes! read more

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Matthew G.

Thanks so much, Christopher! Happy hour all day on Mondays helps…

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Rachel B.

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This place is so laid back . I love it. Bartenders are so attentive and have good personality. Anyway no mask needed No food . But they allow you to order food or deliver food and eat it there. Would recommend it to anybody I know . Tasty drinks. read more

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thanks for the awesome review and wonderful compliments, rachel!! we…

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Love it that they have board games and a few arcade games (and the usual pool & darts) Reasonable pricing and simple restrooms - not a ton of parking but decent street parking around read more

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Matthew G.

thanks, sarah! hope to see you again soon, cheers.

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Victoria K.

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I ordered water at the bar. Although it is cold and comes in a tall glass with plenty of ice, the water had an odd flavor to it. I do not recommend the water. read more

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Matthew G.

Hmm… our water should taste exactly like 90% of all other bars and…

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Love the chicken and sides. Service was great. Spacious room. Friendly atmosphere and service.

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Matthew G.

Thanks, PC! We sure do appreciate the kind words. And we love that…

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Typically, this bar is what you ask for. Dark. Quiet. Good drinks and some cool games. Today, we experienced harassment. The old man I posted below said sexually suggestive and inappropriate things. I told the bartender, and she simply responded "yeah, I'd suggest moving, he says that." We'll certainly steer people away from here unless, you'd like to encourage harassment. read more

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Matthew G.

hey, brian. sorry for the delay, i immediately focused my attention…

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The bees knees was great, and tabatha was amazing! She has so many regulars and we loved watching her make drinks! She's so friendly

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Matthew G.

fine, i guess we’ll keep her. lol…

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Ryan G.

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The best water and cleanest glasses I've ever seen in my life! What an establishment! A must go if in San Diego!

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Matthew G.

Fine H20 is our specialty! After all, can’t have beer without water.…

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Jeff L.

2.2 mi•Liberty Station, Loma Portal, Point Loma

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Bang for your buck version of Toranado if you enjoy the basketball games and pinball! For $1 you can shoot for around 5 mins if you can make it to round 3. Pinball is $1 per play and you can get extra value with $5. Stepping in on a Thursday night, it was pretty slow and the staff was very attentive and friendly. I can count one hand the number of times my bartender has introduced themselves to me and if memory serves me right.... Doug is the man! With parking in the back in an area with limited parking this is a nice hideaway from other bars in more popular areas but is well worth the visit. read more

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Matthew G.

jeff, thanks for taking the time to leave us that awesome review!…

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I've started coming here for Colts game and have a great experience! Reasonable prices for drinks and enough room to sit and enjoy the game.

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Matthew G.

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More info about Sidecar

1310 Morena Blvd
San Diego, CA 92110
Linda Vista
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(619) 230-5715
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http://sidecarbarsd.com

Hours

What time does Sidecar open?

Sidecar opens at 3:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.Sidecar opens at 12:00 PM on Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Sidecar close?

Sidecar closes at 2:00 AM (Next day) on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Thu 3:00 PM - 2:00 AM (Next day)Fri-Sun 12:00 PM - 2:00 AM (Next day)

Payment methods

Does Sidecar take Bitcoin?

No, Sidecar does not take Bitcoin.

Does Sidecar take credit cards?

Yes, Sidecar takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Sidecar have a happy hour?

Yes, Sidecar has a happy hour.

Does Sidecar serve alcohol?

Yes, Sidecar serves alcohol. Full Bar

Services

Is Sidecar by appointment only?

No, Sidecar is not by appointment only.

Indoor Amenities

Does Sidecar allow dogs?

No, Sidecar does not allow dogs.

Does Sidecar have TVs?

Yes, Sidecar has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Sidecar have bike parking?

Yes, Sidecar has bike parking.

Does Sidecar have outdoor seating?

Yes, Sidecar has outdoor seating options.

Does Sidecar have parking?

Yes, Sidecar has parking options. Private Lot Parking, Street Parking

Other Amenities

Is Sidecar wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Sidecar is wheelchair accessible.

Does Sidecar allow outdoor smoking?

No, Sidecar does not allow outdoor smoking.

Does Sidecar have free WiFi?

Yes, Sidecar has free WiFi.

From the Business

Specialties

Our version of fun: Divey, but not too divey. Good cockatils, but no cocktology. Games, but not an arcade. Great beer, but not an alehouse. 8 TVs , but not a sports bar.

History

Established in 2014.

we kicked open our doors late september, 2014

Meet the Business Owner: Jesse M.

We're three friends that own, operate, and drink beer at Sidecar. We love sittin' at bars that offer a sense of community so we created a place that we would want to drink at, just like our sister bars the Regal Beagle and the Regal Seagull. Sidecar is an unassuming, comfortable, and fun bar that serves up great beer and cocktails without forgetting the most important factor of every great bar, great service. We hope you enjoy it as much as we do. -Tim, Matt, and Jesse

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Review Highlights - Sidecar

“Bartenders (shout out to Chase and Jesse) are super cool and helped us decide where the best spots in San Diego were!”

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3.5 mi•Pacific Beach

hideaway is the best place to be, it's one of my favorite bars here in pacific beach! the food is…read moredelicious and you cannot go wrong with their weekly deals! the staff is so friendly and makes every trip memorable:) shoutout to spencer, he made my first trip memorable back in November. he is kind and always has a smile on his face and treats everyone well! you gotta come on their college nights on Thursdays (especially if you love house), the music and DJs are such a vibe!

This place has Big Pretzel energy and I'm here for it…read more We're no longer your typical PB customers anymore, trading in day-drinking for mid-day lunches with our doggo, toddler, and family in town (and maybe a few drinks, but far less than 15 years ago!). We've been here twice this month with different out-of-town family members and both times our servers (Lynda and Ryan) were on point. Throw in the two managers (woman with dark hair, guy with a fun pink golf polo) were there to assist when we thought it was going to rain. Menu is diverse and something for everyone (or most). Beer and beverage list are great. Ample seating in different areas makes for a great experience. If this was 15 years ago we'd be bellying up to the bar to watch games or chill after a day at the beach. I'm sure it's a great place when the sun goes down. But for now, we're on a different page of the life book and I'm glad there's some reading material here for us to enjoy!

Pretzel with warm cheese fondue and mustard

Cookie and Vanilla Ice Cream Dessert

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Moe's

4.4(385 reviews)

3.1 mi

Excellent selection of spirits (Top Shelf)!…read more Food was amazing. Steaks cooked to perfection. A bit on the pricy side, but worth it in my opinion. The duck was also cooked perfectly with a crispy seasoned skin that was spot on. We ordered the crispy mushrooms. Not what we expected but so good we ordered another dish with our dinner. We had the Basque Cheesecake and the Crème Brûlée. Both were outstanding. The restaurant itself has a rich mahogany feel and comfortable booths. Our waiter was always checking on us and making sure we had everything we need The family had a great first experience and will be back for more! Cheers!

Moe's in Mission Beach is a must when you're in San Diego. What we love most is they're an elevated…read moresteakhouse but are a true neighborhood joint. Their locals are both actually local but also have many out of town regulars like us since so many travel to enjoy the amazingness of San Diego. We try to stay as close to Moe's as we can when we visit because they're in the perfect spot at the edge of Mission and the start of Pacific Beach where all the fun is. The food and cocktails are as good as the service. It's easy to chat up a new friend at the bar because their San Diego happiness is contagious. There were a number of new recipes on the cocktail menu this trip. They had me at "Party With Elvis." Although I was drawn to the fun name, the walnut-infused bourbon was too enticing to pass up, especially because they paired it with Montenegro (Amaro) and sweet vermouth. So it's a fancy Manhattan variation. It was delish!!!!!! Make sure when you go to the amazing beaches next time in SD, check out Moe's. You'll love the food and cocktails as much as the vibe. Salute @thejohnnycocktail Party With Elvis Walnut-infused Bourbon Montenegro Sweet Vermouth Tiki Bitters Orange Bitters Candied Bourbon Walnut

3.4 mi•Ocean Beach, Point Loma

Dining room

Caesar (no croutons)

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Whiskey Business

La Doña

4.3(699 reviews)

This is definitely my new favorite and go to Mexican food restaurant. I'm addicted to the chips and…read moresalsa and the coconut margarita. I don't even really drink but Ill throw back 4 of those coconut margs like nobody's business. Loved the loaded nachos bc of the good amount of melted cheese and chipotle crema. All other food here is a solid 4/5. Only not so good thing was out chicken tinga taco and it was just because the Tortilla got drenched by the juice and was hard to eat as a taco. Happy hour is pretty solid here and it's all day on Mondays. Espresso martini will put you on your ass for sure if you aren't careful. Staff is super friendly here. Street parking only which can be crazy depending on day and time you go.

My son has been with his girlfriend for several years and we adore her. She's from NorCal and…read morewhile she's been attending college, we've invited her out for fellowship and she's been to many of our family functions. My son has visited her family and have gotten to know his girlfriend's family. Last night was the very first time we got to meet my son's girlfriend's family and I'm thankful to her for setting up this dinner at La Doña for us to finally meet and get to know each other. I really liked the lively vibe of the restaurant, the tortilla chips and salsa were yummy, and my entree was delish and memorable, but there definitely were opportunity areas with our service. La Doña is located in laid-back, bohemian Ocean Beach just a short jaunt to the Ocean Beach pier. It's directly across the street from Raglan Public House restaurant, An's Electronics gelato, and Indie Yoga. We parked in a public parking lot that's next to the restaurant, which was convenient, but know you'll be paying almost $26 for parking. Highway robbery if you ask me. We visited on a Friday and our reservation was at 6pm. As soon as we entered La Doña, you immediately could tell it was a popular eatery. The place was packed with diners. It's a large space with indoor seating that has beautiful wooden engraved chairs and wooden tables, bartop seating with leather stools, and plenty of covered outdoor seating with picnic tables and mosaic, concrete round tables. Our waitress was friendly and patient, but there were definitely opportunity areas with the service. We had a party of 11 and when the food came out, our party's orders were mixed up and given to the wrong people, so this snafu created a lot of confusion. Despite the confusion from the wait staff, my family is so thankful to my son's girlfriend for setting this dinner up, so we can finally meet her lovely family. We've had the pleasure of her being a part of many of our family get togethers and outings, so it was a blessing to see and talk to the people who helped mold her into the wonderful person we've gotten to know. At La Doña, Mexican food is their specialty and on their menu, they serve antojitos aka appetizers, tacos, combo plates, salads and soups, plates, sides, and desserts. For appetizers, they ordered bottomless chips and salsa and crispy brussels sprouts, which my son's girlfriend highly recommended and she was spot on. Please know the chips and salsa are not complimentary, so take advantage of them being bottomless and keep them coming. The tortilla chips were fresh and tasty and the salsa wasn't too spicy. The brussel sprouts came with bacon, cotija cheese, pumpkin seeds, jalapeño vinaigrette, and pomegranate seeds. She was so right about the brussel sprouts, but I had to share with the group and I had to save room for my entree. For my dinner, I selected the steak and shrimp fajitas, which come with 7oz arrachera steak, jumbo shrimp, sautéed peppers, onions, jalapeños, rice, beans, guacamole, and tortillas. They only give you three corn tortillas, but you can ask for more corn or flour tortillas. The shrimp come with the tails, which I wish were taken off before this dish was served to me. For the price, the Mexican rice was a tease and I wished there was more of that. Despite these opportunities, the steak and shrimp fajitas are Must Order. People in our party ooh'd and aww'd when my hot skillet came out. It was delicious, the vegetables were tasty, and each taco I made with all of the components satisfied my belly. I would order that again in a heartbeat. We loved meeting our son's girlfriend's family and are thankful to her for making reservations at La Doña for all of us to finally meet. Although there were some opportunities, it truly was a blessing to break bread or in this case break steak and shrimp fajitas, with many of her family. Thank you to my son's girlfriend's family for generously paying for dinner, which we hope to reciprocate whenever we meet again.

Outdoor patio

Supreme monster taco

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The 3rd Corner

4.4(1.2k reviews)

2.8 mi•Ocean Beach

Everything is always on point food quality price and service. Our favorite restaurantread more

My. Oh. My. What a find!!…read more From the time Bebe and I walked in, we felt welcomed. Bebe is my service dog, she's been traveling with me for two years now, so we've had a lot of eatery experiences. Despite her being service and us being permitted to sit inside, I requested to sit on the porch, it's such a welcoming vibe! Ross seated me and offered to turn on a deck heater for me, which I gratefully accepted. Lars was helping another table and I asked her to get my waiter, yet she offered to expedite things by taking my order, which I appreciated. Lars was able to recommend a fabulous glass of wine to go with my chicken. It was under $10 per glass and a total hidden gem! First course was the goat cheese salad, which is a fabulous mixed green salad with goat cheese, pickled carrots, and cranberries (craisins?). So yummy! I ordered Mary's chicken while Bebe ordered the puppy bacon. What a fun treat! We'll be back, what a great experience! Fabulous food, service and vibe. Love it!!!

3.3 mi•Ocean Beach, Point Loma

Bar

Gold beets appetizer

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Gold beet appetizer

The Holding Company

4.3(539 reviews)

The Holding Company is the place to be for good music, good food, and good views. It has 3 levels…read more Downstairs they have concerts, second level is food and DJ vibes with the bar, and 3rd level is views for daaaaayysss of the ocean which is really good for sunsets. I had the fried calamari and the shaken beef and they were both really good. My drink was California Love and that was also good. 10/10 recommend for beach side vibes without giving up taste.

I've only been here for shows It's truly a cool place to see…read morea show Come early and enjoy the restaurant on the second floor or the roof rooftop Amazing views from the rooftop You can grab a great cocktail and food on the second floor Once you go downstairs, it's hard to get a cocktail so stick to a simple drink or beer The room is really long with the stage on the far end I'm totally satisfied watching the show from the back of the room. On occasion I do creep to the front. You do have to go all the way to the front pass the stage to get to the bathrooms. I do wish they had a better locations for the bathrooms. That's probably the major flaw here. I'll be back

2.7 mi•Ocean Beach, Point Loma

The Holding Company - Our Korean Fried Chicken Wings Are Inspired By A Well Know Classic Korean Preparation That Will Excite Your Taste Buds With Pleasure!

Our Korean Fried Chicken Wings Are Inspired By A Well Know Classic Korean Preparation That Will Excite Your Taste Buds With Pleasure!

The Holding Company - Duck Spinach Salad A True Dynamic Delight Featuring Duck Breast Seasoned To Perfection w/ A Blend Of Texture & Flavor Balance Sure To Please

Duck Spinach Salad A True Dynamic Delight Featuring Duck Breast Seasoned To Perfection w/ A Blend Of Texture & Flavor Balance Sure To Please

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Cesarina

4.7(3.5k reviews)

•$$$

Have been here a few times, the food quality is amazing. It's truly the only place I've been able…read moreto find where the pasta tastes exactly like the one I had in Italy! Along with that when we went, we were celebrating my mom's birthday and the service felt extra attentive and kind! Overall, this place is amazing, it has a great ambiance for going out with friends or family to enjoy some great food!

Beautifully decor and great management of busy traffic that visited during my dining experience…read more Management was attentative, checking on patrons as they waited to be seated. One seated, we were approach to get beverages ordered, and informed that our assigned server would take over to get our food orders. The menu consisted of authentic Italian appetizers and meals. The ability to learn about different types of noodles, and select for our meals, added to the experience. In addition to noodle selections, we were also able to select the sauces that would accompany the dish. They all sounded unique and delicious. The Impepata di COZZE was our appetizer selection and had fresh mussels, white wine and garlic amongst other fresh ingredients. Serving size was more than enough for our party of 2, and was not able to finish in anticipation of our meals. For my meal, I ordered the Malfalde pasta with Funghi sauce. Sauce consisted of creamy fresh Cremini, shiitake & Porcini mushrooms, parmigiano, crispy Parmigiano, crumble, parsley. Added shrimp to complete the meal. Mafalde pasta was long and had a ribbon appearance similar to lasagna noodles. The ingredients spoke for themselves. Freshness throughout each and every bite! Will definitely return the next time. I'm in the San Diego area. The bar for Italian cuisine has been raised substantially!!!