Sip, savor & unwind during Social Hour Where every sip & bite unfolds in perfect time Enjoy $1.50 oysters , $8 slow starters, $5 off cocktails & mocktails, $6 draft beer + wines, and $7 margaritas Don't skip the bites: Tortitas de Papa with creamy poblano sauce Handmade seasonal flatbread Chimichurri Burger with crispy onions Mango Habanero Wings Truffle Fries (because fries deserve a glow up) Plus add a bottle of Champagne, Pinot Grigio, or House Red for only $16.99 Social Hour: 4PM-6PM (excluding Thurs.) Late Night: Fri & Sat 9PM-11PM Gather your happy hour crew and indulge read more

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My husband and I went to dinner with a friend on a Sunday evening. First, the good, it wasn't particularly busy, the staff was friendly, and it was a cute restaurant. They apparently have happy hour all day on Sundays. I tried the peach mocktail and it was very yummy, so I appreciated the $5 off. For dinner, I ordered the branzino (the one on the menu and not the special). I was told while the one on the normal menu was $47, the special was $55 and the only difference between the two was the special would be lit on fire table side. I didn't feel the flames were necessary, so I skipped that. (However, the special did mention a sauce that I'm not sure was actually on the regular one, so I don't actually know.) A few minutes before the food came out, they asked if we wanted it all together or if it would be ok for my husband and our friends food to come out first since they were still finishing my fish. I said to just bring it out when it was ready, however they ended up bringing it out together anyway. The confusing part though, all of our meals weren't served warm? You'd think if they were waiting on mine to be done it would have been at least warm? It wasn't. The branzio was very plainly seasoned, tasted heavily of oil and was also somewhat dry? I got it with the whipped sweet potatoes, which was very creamy, which was unlike any way I've ever had sweet potatoes before, but they didn't taste particularly good? We each tried them and none of us could figure out what it was like, but we all agreed we didn't enjoy them. My husband got the arrecherea, it was fine, but also cold. The fries it came with was probably the best part, they were crispy even while being cold. Our friend got the stuffed Mediterranean Stuffed Pepper, his meal also wasn't warm, and he said some of the rice wasn't cooked all the way and it was hard. We also got the Puccia Bread & Spreads after seeing positive reviews. I normally love feta cheese, but the feta dip was kind of sweet? Same with the eggplant. The only spread that was good was the butter. Personally, I thought the bread was fine? But it was almost a bit doughy. Overall, we weren't very impressed with the meal. It had a lot of potential, but the food just didn't hit the mark. read more

Stopped by on a Tuesday evening and it was pretty much empty. Would have been nice if they had a dedicated parking lot but most places don't. The obvious lots on either side are reserved for other businesses. Staff were very friendly - the perfect balance between helpful and leaving us alone. The only food complaint was the wings appetizer was a bit boring. Porkchop and cauliflower were cooked perfectly. Margaritas were good. Creme brulee dessert was perfect size for 2. I don't go to PB often and there's lots in this area but I'd consider going again. We thought the EDM playlist was unique and an unexpectedly good choice while still being plenty quiet for conversation. read more

I have nothing but good things to say about this spot. Super cute restaurant with an awesome Thursday deal for aperitivo. We loved the food options and got to try a vide variety of food from this restaurant with the buffet style options. Definitely looking forward to coming back for happy hour or another aperitivo deal. read more

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Went for thursday aperitivo and was not disappointed! Live dj, strong drinks, complimentary bites! A must if you're in PB (: Ambiance is great (inside and outside seating). read more

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everything was INCREDIBLE. We had Lily as our server and she was beyond friendly and helpful, she came up with great suggestions and made wonderful conversations. The restaurant itself has a very chic coastal vibe. They have outdoor and indoor seatings which both have incredible atmosphere to it. I'm from out of town and only coincidentally found this spot and me and my partner haven't stopped talking about it. The oysters were fresh and sweet and wasn't too briny. My partner especially enjoyed the chimichuri burger but you have to eat it with truffle fries, the compliment each other so so well. They have solid chicken wings, nothing too special, but if you're just craving a good decent chicken wings then it would do the trick!! Love love love this place and will definitely come back if i visit again!! read more

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Great atmosphere, service, and drinks! I've been on the hunt for a Pisco Sour and found myself at Slowly! Dropping by for drinks, we were seated on their patio beside a warm fire pit. I got their Patient Pisco Sour while my partner got the Pomegranate Mojito. The Pisco Sour definitely packed a punch! Quite strong, yet rich and palatable. The real star, however, was surprisingly the Pomegranate Mojito. Pomegranate happens to be one of my favorite fruits, and it's quite rare to find anything pomegranate flavored, let alone a drink! Tart and refreshing, this might just be my new go-to drinky drink. read more

Slowly Restaurant & Lounge - Patient Pisco Sour & Pomegranate Mojito - Mediterranean Near Me - San Diego, California

Finally came here after finding this gem for happy hour oysters. They are $1.50 each and come in increments of 6. I also got their draft beer with a shot and it was such a nice combo. Felt young again taking that shot. I was recommended to get the flatbread as it's made in house and it's the same base for other dishes. It was honestly the perfect mix needed. read more

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Incredible! We had a wonderful first visit! The ambiance is very comfortable and relaxing. We came during happy hour and that led into dinner. Our server was very informative and attentive as well. The food was absolutely delicious. We ordered the roasted artichoke's ( the flavors! ) the beet salad which was very fresh and flavorful. The house wine they had was very good and we both ordered the marinated skirt steak which was impeccable with flavors. This place is added to our must do's going forward when visiting San Diego. read more

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What a delightful spot in Pacific Beach! Came here for the craft cocktails and happy hour menu. Loved the cool patio vibes and relaxed ambiance on an early Friday evening. Friendly service too. Hit the spot.. Will come again! read more

Very inviting as you approach the place. Staff was excellent. Our server was so knowledgeable and very pleasant. As the food came out, every dish was amazing. I will most likely want to come here again. Parking around in PB is always awful. The just taking a lyft or uber. read more

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I've been wanting to try this place and it did not disappoint. My husband and I came for happy hour and enjoyed beer and wine for $6 each and several delicious appetizers ($8 each): - Flatbread (today it was spicy calabrese, caramelized onions and mozzarella) - Whipped feta and chill (with broccolini and this delectable sweet and spicy sauce) - chimmichurri burger (1/2 lb) - tortitas de papa (potato patties with a poblano sauce) We also got the housemade puccia bread and herb butter. We finished with the crème brûlée that had just a little citrus which was perfection. It was all wonderful, perfectly prepared and flavorful! My personal favorite was the whipped feta and broccolini. It was so good I ordered one to go! We look forward to coming back to try the rest of the menu! read more

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Visited for a date night while in town and truly had such a great experience with all of our food. The dishes were priced well, full of flavor and truly had me wishing I had more space to finish my meal. The server was exceptional and so kind to us. read more

First of all, this place should be a $$$ restaurant. It's a cool, trendy bar/restaurant. The happy hour is great with $5 off most cocktails and a discount on appetizers. The drinks were interesting. We tried the lavender drink - but didn't care for it. Then we tried the bonfire espresso martini. It was okay - more chocolate milky than espresso. It comes with two large marshmallows that they scorch table-side, but it only scorched the top - so they should use smaller marshmallows. The margarita was good. We had the broccolini appetizer which was excellent. Then we ordered the pappardelle pasta, steak and fries, and mole mushroom. Our favorite was the steak and fries. The pasta was different - but tasty. We didn't care for the mushroom. Service was excellent, patient, and attentive. The noise level is great. There is off street parking. read more

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What a great find thanks to Yelp. My wife found Slowly offering Tuesday Night date specials including three course meal for two with complimentary champagne for $65. It was a bit of a drive from North County and parking can be challenging, but it was well worth it. The staff was very gracious and helpful and the food was phenomenal. From the prix fix menu we ordered the coconut shrimp as appetizer and it was an appropriate serving for two. For dinner we had the Yadi's Chicken and the Leisurely Burger. Both were delicious. To cap our meal we had Creme Brulle for dessert. This was definitely a find we look forward to returning to, specifically since it's an area near and dear to my wife. read more

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loved it! for dinner we got the chicken, the skirt steak, mussels & clams, and the stuffed peppers. we got the yuzu to go with the peppers and was super delicious. we got the Gelato and Pay de queso for dessert read more

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Came to Slowly for happy hour. The ambience and service were great, perfect for a date and the cutlery and decor were very nice! The oysters were $1.50 with a minimum order of 6. They weren't the freshest oysters I've had and the flavor was just okay. I also expected more flavor from the mango habanero. There was just something lacking about it. If the flavors improved it would definitely be a great spot! read more

Slowly Restaurant & Lounge - Oyster - Mediterranean Near Me - San Diego, California

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Wonderful service and food. Decided to come here because the menu was a little different from most restaurants we've seen around San Diego. Lillian was our server and was very helpful and attentive. read more

Slowly Restaurant & Lounge - Gnocchi and chicken plate - Mediterranean Near Me - San Diego, California

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Slowly is such a fantastic hidden gem in PB! The food is delicious, the happy hour is incredible and the drinks are some of the best in the area. The outdoor fire pits are so cozy! read more

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My fav restaurant in PB. I take everyone who comes to visit here and order the bread - it's the best bread I've ever had! The care the chef puts into the sauces, etc is just - wow!!!! read more

Came here on a Thursday for their Aperitivo event and we wish my roommates and I wish we knew about this place sooner. On Thursdays from 4-7, they have an event going on where with the purchase of one alcoholic drink. You have access to their hors d'oeuvres bar. The bar tender did a fantastic job of explaining to us how long they've been open and which drinks he recommends. The inside has the coziest, romantic interior. Would be perfect for date night (or happy hour with your roommates) Food was great as well. Honorable mentions are the charcuterie and cheese in a cup, flatbread pizza, bacon wrapped asparagus, and crème brûlée read more

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The food & service was great but I'm pretty sure they overcharged me. I suggest making sure to receive a copy of your receipt prior to leaving (in which I did but emailed to double check what they had on their end). I was overcharged the tip amount that I wrote. read more

Okay so the Kickoff UYE Sundays Aperitivo (Open in Italian) AYCE from 4-6p on Sundays started off decent. We opted for non-alcoholic mocktails and they were made well, $15-16 each. The deal is that you purchase a drink from the bar and the All You Can Eat (AYCE) Pasta and Salad Bar is free. Met up with fellow Yelp Elite Desiree here. It was so nice to see her again. My Husband and I ordered for mocktails: 1 Patient Pear, 1 Cucumber Mint Lime Sour, and 1 Lazy Lavender Lemonade. All were made well and tasty. They had 4 pastas at the AYCE Pasta Bar: Spaghetti Bolognese, Vodka Rigatoni, Broccoli & Sausage Shells, and Gluten Free Fusilli Pasta with Broccoli and Sausage. All were tasty and Vodka Rigatoni was the creamiest and my fave. The salad bar: Caesar Salad, Green Salad, and Pasta Salad. Caesar salad was on point. I did not try the other salads. There were about 8-10 of us having Apertivo AYCE on this Inaugural Sunday. Everyone seemed to enjoy the food. They have other dishes on their main menu that caught our eyes. For example, the Mediterranean Stuffed Peppers with braised lamb looks like it would be delicious. We may come back to try that. The drawback/con of the Aperitivo AYCE deal is that you must eat from small cake plate sized plates, you are not allowed to have a normal 8"-10" dinner or lunch plate. So you are forced to walk all the way to the AYCE Bar to refill after about 5 bites of food. Also, they only provide the small, flimsy, plastic forks and spoons for Apertivo dining...super cheap. This was quite disappointing. I realize that this is the "method" to keep food available, but 8-10 of us are not going to eat all of the pasta served in those 40 person per entree chaffing dishes between 4-6p. Same for the salad. I was hoping for more of a "salad bar" because that is what caught my eye about this Aperitivo. We stayed 5:10p-5:50p. After tipping, we paid $57 for 2 small plates each of pasta and 1 small plate each of salad. Probably would have had a better experience at Buona Forchetta. This was not a deal but a chance to try other Italian restaurants in SD. To my other Yelp Elites, do not waste your time nor money. Go to Buona Forchetta, Cesarina, Elvira, or any other Italian Restaurant and have a meal on lunch or dinner sized plates. Your price as a diner is sacrificed here. read more

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Went here on a Thursday night and service was great. The food menu selection is not overwhelming and appetizers are around $20. Expect to pay $30+ for an entree. We ordered the kabobs and they were delicious. The ambiance is great for small or large group (we had a party of 8). read more

I came here on a Monday, right in time for social hour with my partner. The atmosphere was warm and inviting and the social hour deals could not be beaten - $1.50 oysters and $8 small plates, plus a $15 bottle of wine! It was a little awkward though as we were the only customers in the dining room the entire time, however. This is a great place to go and experience once. read more

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Celebrated my anniversary with my partner here at Slowly and they made us feel so special the whole night. We arrived with a little card on the table wishing us a Happy Anniversary. Our waitress was friendly and personable. The ambiance of the restaurant is perfect for a date night. The food was great! In terms of main entrees, the vegetarian options are limited and I'm not sure how much we could personalize the other dishes, so we ordered primarily sides - which turned out to be fun. The bread came out hot and the butter accompanying it was so good. The burrata salad had a lot of different flavors and textures, it went well with the bread. The truffle fries were so satisfying to eat and the crispy mushrooms were tasty. I ordered a pomegranate mojito, and that was delicious. Because we were celebrating an anniversary, Slowly gave us complimentary gelato - which was refreshing and tasted like an orange creamsicle. We ordered the cheesecake as well since we wanted to try it - which it was so good. Overall, I am so impressed with my experience with Slowly and would definitely come back again! read more

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I went here with a friend & we were soo pleased with everything about this place! The bread is delicious and the dips are all good too. The house butter was the winner there though! I ordered the tuna crudo, and while I of course wish there was more of it on the plate, it was delightfully fresh, the sauce with it was great, and overall so worth it! The black mussels & clams were also 10/10. Excited to come back and try more of their menu! Our waiter was great, and the atmosphere was nice & quite a few people were there at 7pm on a Thursday night. read more

Slowly Restaurant & Lounge - TUNA CRUDO & BLACK MUSSELS & CLAMS - Mediterranean Near Me - San Diego, California

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Huge shout out to the BEST waitress ever Lil. Thank you for being on top of everything, your recommendations were right on. I think everyone should order the smore espresso martini :) read more

Hey Yelp Community! When you need to unwind or take it slow, Slowly Restaurant & Lounge is the place to be. Since their grand opening, I was like "I SEE YOU". Inside Slowly was vibrant creating a cozy feel at the same time with positive affirmations all around. I love that Slowly has a lounge for guests to slowly be in the present while hanging out. Their Thursday buffet sealed the deal for me. I slowly enjoyed eating each fresh, uniquely flavored mini bite along with my purchased sweet tasting cocktail with a slow-kick if you know what I mean (Lol). The staff were super friendly and hospitable which is always a huge plus for me...equals stellar service. I highly recommend this chill PB spot. read more

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This spot has an awesome ambiance and very attentive staff Ordered one of their mock tails prices start at $11 with their drinks but they're all splendid The place was clean, very good decor and the spot doors a good job with keeping the slowwww meal space available My party and I went for the complimentary buffet Thursday 4-7 which as delicious and they had Spanish American cuisine which was delicious I will come back to this spot in the future for dinner read more

Slowly Restaurant & Lounge - View of bar - Mediterranean Near Me - San Diego, California

Definitely impressed with the wide selection and high quality of complimentary bites offered during this resto's Aperitivo social hour (Thursdays 4-7 pm), but thought my cocktail of choice - Pisco Sour - was overly sweet. May stick to the Japanese rice lager on future visits, as it made an excellent light and crisp foil to Slowly's flavor-packed savory food menu! Service felt a bit neglected on the patio, and would recommend opting for an inside table if doing dinner rather than just nibbles. read more

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Take Your Time On Tuesday Night and take advantage of their date for 2 menu deal! Lilian was our server and she brought on her bright eyes and beautiful smile with a no rush attitude. Sip slowly and savor the moments in the tranquil and calming environment. They have a special menu for this and you get a personal champagne, choice of appetizer, 2 entrees and a dessert currently for $65 unless you choose to substitute it at a different expense that is advertised. Cheers to anything you are celebrating. read more

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This place might be my new fav in PB! It truly does have a calm atmosphere, nothing feels super rushed, lighting and music are low for ambiance, everyone seems soft spoken but in a wonderful way. Our waitress (I feel so bad for forgetting her name), was so kind! The drinks were delicious and nicely balanced, the food was soo tasty!! That bread is all I've been thinking about since we left. We will be returning soooooon :) read more

Slowly Restaurant & Lounge - Mediterranean Near Me - San Diego, California

I have met some really nice people here when I sit at the bar or great fireside chats on the fire pit patio. I really like their social hour and their Aperitivo on Thursdays. I can recommend their WHISKEY SIZZLE KABOBS!!! Get those. And the to Whipped Feta and Chill, if you like broccolini like I do. The Tortitas de Papa are the only potato dish I get excited for these days. For the mains my favorite is between the Poblano Pappardelle, the Aracherra ( if I don't get the whiskey sizzle kabobs first), the chicken ( surprising) , the pork chop ( surprisingly tender - I get when I want a lot of to protein) and the Sea bass and clams or the meltingly tender lamb... Oh it's so hard to choose... And if you like bread ... Get the Puccia bread. People like the Slowly Moley Mushrooms... I guess I don't like the taste of mole. Crazy. I know! I've also had almost every specialty cocktail and mocktail on their menu. I like anything they've served me in a martini glass. Haha I love this place. I hope that my review helps! Next up I'm going to try their Tuesday date night. $65 for two dinners, drinks, AND an appetizer AND a dessert sound like the best deal ever. I might bring my mom! read more

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We stopped by on Christmas Eve without a reservation. We saw plenty of availability on OpenTable, so we decided to walk in rather than booking something. The hostess mentioned they were very busy and could only seat us in the bar area. That was fine with us, though it didn't *look* busy--perhaps they were short-staffed due to the holiday. Either way, the bar area was cozy and charming. We initially had our eye on the $99 date night special for two, but it wasn't available because of the holiday. Instead, I ordered the arrachera, and my husband went with the pork chop. My steak was flavorful but unfortunately a bit cold, likely because we were waiting on his meal, which was served piping hot. Overall, it was a nice dinner. A few minor complaints, but we were grateful they were open on the holiday. We made sure to leave a good tip. I'd be willing to try them again in the future! read more

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Thursday apertivo is great! Buy a drink and get free apps. Amazing food and drinks. Bonfire espresso martini with a fiery marshmallow and cinnamon read more

Slowly Restaurant & Lounge - Puccia bread and spread - Mediterranean Near Me - San Diego, California

I started with the Cranberry Apple Moscow Mule. I love Moscow Mules and this is the best one I've ever had! We shared appetizers - broccolini, homemade bread, and steak skirt kabobs. Everything tasted amazing! The bread was warm and soft inside with a flavored butter. Everything tasted fresh and flavorful. For my main course I ordered the Yadi's Signature Chicken (herb marinated breast, cauliflower purée, sautéed asparagus, chimichurri sauce). The flavors were so good. I loved this dish. The ambiance is dark and felt perfect for a date. Service was also really good. Our server was nice and attentive. I will definitely be coming back here again. read more

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This standalone structure was the home of a longtime BBQ joint in PB. When the space became available, the owners of the Italian eatery across the street took over the lease and opened Slowly Restaurant & Lounge which featured a fusion of Mediterranean and Mexican cuisines. The biggest improvement to the layout occurred in the front patio area where a firepit was installed to keep customers warm if they wanted to dine al fresco. The bar offered a menu of six small bites. The front side of the main menu listed six starters, six sides, and three salads. Nine main plates and four desserts made up the other side. I sat at round top table across from the bar and ordered the Beef Skewers for a starter. Two skewers of skirt steak, red onion, and bell peppers were served on top of an apple whiskey glaze with a potato medley on the side. I liked the glaze as it provided a fruity sauce for the meat. The price was a tad expensive at $20 for a cut of skirt steak. For an entree, my choice was the Sweet & Slow Pork Chop. Two pieces of bone-in pork marinated in a guajillo pepper sauce were grilled and served on a bed of sweet potato puree with roasted veggies and sweet citrus harissa sauce. This was the most colorful presentation of pork chops that I have ever seen. The flavors were well-balanced between sweet and savory. The service from my waiter was okay. I did have to flag him down a couple of times as he was busy with other diners. Business was slow during my visit which occurred during the first week of opening. I am hopeful that over time, the volume of customers will increase as people discover a new option for a style of cuisine that doesn't exist elsewhere in this neighborhood. read more

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Excellent food and wonderful customer service! :) Everything was so yummy. This is actually my second time visiting this restaurant--I was here last year and couldn't wait to come back this year! I definitely recommend it to everyone! Thank you!! read more

Slowly Restaurant & Lounge - Skirt steak - Mediterranean Near Me - San Diego, California

I was visiting San Diego from LA and tried Slowly in Pacific Beach. such a beautiful little gem. The ambience was lovely and the staff were all so friendly. The food was amazing: the arrachera was tender and delicious, the chicken was super flavorful, and the coconut shrimp was perfect. Even my picky-eater kid almost finished the whole plate and said it was the best steak ever. Everything we ordered was excellent. Highly recommend if you're in the area, we'll definitely go back! read more

Slowly Restaurant & Lounge - Mediterranean Near Me - San Diego, California

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