Just had such a great experience at STP! From the moment I walked in, the staff was incredibly friendly and welcoming! It honestly felt like being greeted by old friends. What really stood out, though, was how fast everything was. No long waits, no confusion just smooth, efficient service without ever feeling rushed. It's rare to find a place that balances speed and genuine hospitality this well. If you're looking for a spot where you can get great service with a smile and be in and out in no time, STP is definitely the place to go. I'll absolutely be coming back! read more

Solid American food. Great car themed restaurant and a menu with a lot of great choices. Station inside and a nice outdoor patio The chili is full of steak and flavored with enough spices to be flavorful but not to burn your throat Burgers are solid and filling read more

Looking for good meat? This is your stop. The chili has great meat and is tangy. It comes with a bag of Fritos so you can't go wrong. I think it's a little pricey though - $19. The chicken wings are good. They come out hot and flavorful. I've tried the sweet chili and the lemon rubbed. Both are good. They have a large selection of beer, wine, seltzer and cider. Daily specials are posted near the front. The service is quick and efficient. They can split the bill for groups which makes it very convenient. This is a casual racing themed restaurant. Outdoor patio has picnic tables for larger groups. It's nice to sit indoors, too. There's a big parking lot for easy access. I like it here, but because of the price of meat, many menu items are higher than most casual eateries. read more

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The buns on their burgers are honestly really good, but the rest was pretty underwhelming. The meat was very dry and didn't have much flavor at all, which kind of ruins the whole burger. The fries, on the other hand, were great, and the sauces that came with it (some kind of mayo aioli situation) were also really good and helped a bit. I'm still on the hunt for the best burger in SD, and this one just isn't it for me. Service was good though. read more

I've always considered this one of the best burger spots, which is why it's so disappointing to say that our last few visits haven't lived up to expectations. This time, we all ordered from the specials menu. The BLT sounded incredible--heirloom tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, pesto, lettuce, mayo and Dutch crunch bread--but unfortunately, it really fell short. The bacon was chopped and sparse, and the sandwich itself was quite dry. With a description like that, I expected bold flavor, but it ended up tasting pretty flat. It definitely could have used more bacon and more mayonnaise to bring it together. My sister ordered the chicken pot pie, which was also a letdown. While it was packed with chicken, it lacked flavor and was extremely dry--so much so that she ended up just eating the crust. That said, not everything missed the mark. Our friend ordered the Wagon Wheel burger and said it was delicious, which is more in line with what I've experienced here in the past. Historically, everything I've ordered has been consistently good, which makes this recent experience even more surprising. The location is great with ample parking, and the service continues to be excellent. The staff was attentive, even seating us outside and turning on the heater to keep us comfortable. There's plenty of indoor and outdoor seating, though I personally prefer sitting outside since the music indoors can be a bit loud for conversation. I'm hoping this was just an off day because I truly want to keep recommending this place--it's been a go-to for us for a long time. read more

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Came here midday on a Saturday & were able to get seated right away. Solid classic burger & fries ($20ish) and tried their elote special, which was in the spicier side. Service was good, server checked on us a few times and the food came out quickly. Fun, casual vibe. read more

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03/21/2026 One of our friends introduced us to this place, so we met up here to try their burgers for two birthday celebration. What we ordered: -Motorcycle Monkey ($21) -Hatch Back ($20) -Dually ($27) -American Muscle ($19) We all devoured our burgers! I'm not usually a big burger person, but I enjoyed the one I had here. It was delicious! Service: Our server, Gia, was attentive, accommodating, and pleasant. We had a wonderful time celebrating the two birthdays here--can't wait to come back! read more

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When the food is good, the beer cold, people nice, and the vibe is on point, there's no reason not to hang out here a lot. I've spent my share of time here and one of my fav hookups is an American Muscle burger with sautéed onions, fries, a side of chipotle aioli, and an ice cold Alesmith .394. Life is good! read more

STP Bar-N-Grill - American Muscle - Bars Near Me - San Diego, California

Once again STP hits it out of the park! Today in the specials board...the carnivore. Flat iron with chimichurrr, tri-tip, and a hatch chili sausage. Perfection, tender, flavorful and juicy. Great indoor and outdoor seating, spectacular service. Oh, and the "mechanic shop" vibe is super cool as well :) read more

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When we want great smoked beef, BBQ and brisket, this is where we head. Service is always perfect and food is extra well prepared. Daily special put this place over the top. read more

STP Bar-N-Grill - This is the filet mignon wedgie salad. Just what I was craving yesterday. Hubby had the burger and fries. Delish!! - Bars Near Me - San Diego, California

Came by for a quick bite. We came at a random time so it wasn't too busy. I liked the aesthetic of the restaurant. We seated ourselves and the service was quick. We ordered the elote which was on their specials menu and a burger. The elote had a little bit of kick to it and was pretty good, it came with a side of chips as well. The burger was solid and came with a side of fries and ranch. read more

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Came here to eat before a college football game. The brisket sandwich was good and I really like the barbecue sauce. They have crispy french fries which I always appreciate. I don't know why certain restaurants always seem to get french fries wrong. There are specials board changes, so always check that out and they will have something new. The owner is also on social media with short video clips of the different dishes. He's whipping up. read more

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This place is AWESOME. Car themed and really cool vibes. Had the chili and the Mexican lager. Chili was the BeST with brisket and a bag of Fritos. The cup was filling but would get the bowl next time because it was so darn good. The service was spectacular and really helped me navigate the menu with my dairy allergy which was much appreciated. The bathroom is pretty rad which is something I never thought I would say. read more

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Go to this nice small family owned place. Very nice great food. Wanted to try out neighborhood place for birthday dinnerand did not want to have to dress up. Great casual place without feeling like a fast food place. My son had 1/2 rack rib platter. I stole one and it was meaty, fall off bone tender and the sauce was wonderful. Not too sweet with a little teriyaki flavor without being cloyingly sweet. My sandwich was big and tasty brisket with sweet grilled onions and provelone cheese. Nice bread that i did not have to fight it to get a bite. The fries were crunchy and tasty just a little bit if seasoning. My daughter had the (fiat) chicken parm sandwich. she scarfed it down and said it hit the spot. My husband had the classic cheeseburger. Big and juicy. read more

Came here for lunch we did not regret it. The ambiance and menu catered to gear heads or car enthusiasts. We ordered "lug nuts" which was cheese curds , western bbq salad and the stogie ( Cuban sandwich). Prices were reasonably $19.50 and up for burger and sandwiches. The best part is that the burgers and sandwiches come with fries which is rare now days. The staff was very friendly and helpful when we were trying to decide on what to order . read more

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We went to another restaurant in the same parking lot only to find that place closed, we've seen stp everytime and decided now was the perfect opertunity to try. We were not disappointed. I had the hellcat Which is a jalapeño smash burger, it was so good wow one of the best burgers I've had in a long time. Fries were hot and tasty. My wife has a pastrami which she loved. Service was fast and friendly, super chill place playing good rock n roll and its car themed and right up my alley both workers came to our table for friendly conversation. No Coke - Pepsi but I lived thru it. we will be back sorry it took so long to try your cool restaurant read more

Visited 10/18/2023 Wow Hello My San Diego Foodie Friends. I ran across this place a few weeks ago on Yelp and thought it was just another Burger and Beer joint. I spent some time checking it out on The Internet and Yelp. I was intrigued with the menu and response they were getting from different groups of people and decided to check it out for myself. I'm sure glad I did. First I have a Favorite Burger Place in Pacific Beach. The Food Box has the best quality Gourmet Burgers I've found anywhere in San Diego till now. STP Bar-N-Grill for me has tied it up with The Food Box for Amazing Burgers and Fries. They both use Grass Fed Black Angus Beef and both hand form there 1/2 pound Beef Patty's. Both have all Fresh Veggies and make their own sauces. I'm now in love with both places. STP has a menu with a great selection of Specialty Burgers, Sandwich's, And a few Slow Smoked BBQ Plates. Today I chose The OLDS 442 Burger. It's a 1 pound Burger with 4 different slices of cheese, Sautéed Onions, Lettuce, and Tomato. Comes with A nice amount of some excellent Fries, Tots, or Curly Fries. I was definitely Not Disappointed. Cooked a perfect Medium Rare and served piping hot. The seasoning was spot on and the flavor of the meat showed the Quality of The Beef. For Dessert I had The Butter Cake w/bourbon glaze, piping hot with Whipped Cream. Damn that was Tasty. Lots of seating inside and on the patio. Plenty of Free Parking. The food is a little pricy but not for the Quality Ingredients used. Worth Every Penny for a very special Burger Place. Check out my Menu Pictures for prices and Selections. Can't Wait To Visit Again and Try Another Fabulous Burger. read more

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Amazing food!! I got the pulled pork bbq sandwich and fries. The fries were perfectly seasoned. Loved that the sandwich was on a Hawaiian bun. The decor inside really fit the theme. Definitely going back! read more

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I can not believe they have a rating above one star. Their food is so unbelievably greasy, soggy, and bland. Their servers are rude and pushy. Their prices are quite a bit overpriced for similar restaurants. San Diego would be a better place if this place closed. read more

Was recommended by a friend to try this spot out for their burgers. As a burger fan everything on their menu sounded amazing. Service was quick, and me and my friend decided to split the burger since it sounded very filling for just one person. We ordered the Olds 442 w/ fries and chilly brisket that came with Fritos chips. When our order was brought to us we were given fried pickles instead of fries. That could also be due to us talking about the fried pickles before confirming if it was fries. The server was kind enough to adjust our order and brought us the fries. He made us keep the fried pickles. The fried pickles were crispy on the outside, and the inside was crunchy and juicy too! The olds burger was so juicy that the buns were absorbing all the extra juice and fats from the meat that it started slowly falling apart. Either way, burgers is never an easy eat when it's stacked with extra stuff. So expect to have a bit of a mess. But oh my gosh, that chilly was absolutely delicious! Especially after I crushed the Fritos chips and topped the chilly with it. It even added extra flavor putting some of the chilly on top of the burger and fries. This spot is a nice pub spot and had a very chill atmosphere. I see why people rate their burgers pretty high too. read more

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Food came out quick and the server was nice but almost $30/person for an okay-tasting burger is absurd.

I've been coming here since they opened and I think theyve been seriously lacking. They went from flavored filled juicy burgers to burgers that desperately need seasoning. Every single thing the last few times have lacked flavor and seasoning. For the price, I genuinely cannot come here anymore which is a shame. read more

I can't say enough good things about this place. The service from Matt, Mary and Andrew are consistently amazing. Last time I got the Trans Leek Soup which was so fire ! But this time Matthew steered me to the Bullitt Brisket Sandwich and it was so tender. I mean you could cut it with a fork ! Great flavor and goey cheese. Nice and smoky. Also I would say ask for the spicy relish. It goes well with this sandwich. And the bun with garlic butter is fantastic. This is absolutely one of my favorite San Diego spots! Oh and the bathrooms are always clean. read more

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Great staff and amazing burgers love this place. I Always look forward to the burgers.

Met up with some friends here, a first visit for all of us. Found the place to have a good amount of seating both inside and outside. When I first pulled in to the parking lot it was pretty busy but it was shortly after "lunch" time and most of those diners were leaving so we had plenty of seating options available to us once we entered. Greeted by friendly staff and a very clean dining area. They have a very nice variety of menu items to choose from, including a list of specials which were posted on a chalkboard by the front door and again inside. The menu ranges from appetizers, salads, burgers, sandwiches including vegetarian options, desserts and plenty of non-alcoholic and alcoholic drinks available so everyone should be able to find something. I went with the Top Fuel burger, which included a smashed baked potato on top of the burger patty. I got it without the sour cream and if I were to get it again, I'd ask for extra cheese. The burger was fantastic though and definitely something I'd consider if I were to return though with all the other options available it might be pushed to the side. I got it with tater tots as a side and there was a slight upcharge for that choice. Another person in our group got the Blown Head Gasket tri-tip sandwich with fries and said it was excellent. The other person got a burger (can't remember which one) and was very pleased with that one as well. I'm glad we decided to come try out this place and if possible I'd go back when I'm in the area. read more

STP Bar-N-Grill - Top Fuel burger with top bun removed to show the smashed baked potato. - Bars Near Me - San Diego, California

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We had a great experience at STP Bar-N-Grill. Atmosphere and food is great! We received excellent customer service from Mary, who is such a pleasure to talk with and was attentive. Totally recommend this place and would come back again. read more

If you're in the mood for a seriously satisfying burger, this place delivers. The patties are juicy, the buns are soft but don't fall apart, and the toppings are fresh without being overdone. The MOTORCYCLE MONKEY served with fries is a winner. Fries are crispy, and the vibe is relaxed and welcoming. It's a really good place for comfort food done right. read more

STP Bar-N-Grill - MOTORCYCLE MONKEY 1/2 lb. Angus burger topped with American cheese, bacon, lettuce and maple infused peanut butter. Served with fries - Bars Near Me - San Diego, California

We had a burger craving on Saturday evening. Went to STP burger for the first time. My husband, my mom and I had different burgers and brisket orders. Everything was super juicy. Tasty the soup of leek and Portabella mushrooms was to die for. Definitely recommend if you have burger craving variety of burgers is amazing too. Service was prompt and efficient. read more

Good quality, great quantity, decent value. This is known as one of the top tier burger spots in San Diego so my friends and I stopped by for a try. Among the many unique items on their menu I ordered the Bullitt which is honestly more of a sandwich than a burger. Overall: I had so much fun dining here from enjoying the aesthetic of the restaurant to the funny friendly banter from the server. It really felt like I was eating at a classic American diner with the added automotive vibe. Food wise I was a bit disappointed with the brisket in my Bullitt sandwich but I had a few bites of the other burgers my friends ordered and was pleasantly satisfied with those. Beware, one order of a burger and fries or whatever side you get is extremely heavy and will fill you up. I am normally a big eater but the items at this restaurant are very heavy and oily to the point where you might feel a bit sick. Bullitt: Meaty, juicy, tender, melting. The Bullitt is a sandwich with some smoked brisket coated with their house BBQ sauce topped with white cheddar and caramelized onions all inside of a french roll lined with mayo. Upon first glance, the sandwich didn't look as appetizing as the other burgers that my friends had ordered but when I took a bite I was pleasantly surprised with an extremely tender sandwich. The French roll wasn't very toasted so everything melted altogether in my mouth. The brisket was honestly a quite disappointing considering they are an American restaurant that specializes in BBQ and burgers. Taste wise the brisket was very tender but lacked in the smokey flavor that is advertised. On top of that there isn't a smoke ring on my brisket at all and the bark is nonexistent and it just looked like any regular slab of meat... but not seared. The brisket lacked, texture, flavor, and aroma and based on all of these things I could only presume that the brisket isn't actually smoked but perhaps steamed or boiled in a less conventional way. Coming from someone who had spent 27 hours smoking a brisket at home and knows what smoked brisket should look and taste like, I was extremely disappointed. The house BBQ sauce wasn't very present in my sandwich but fortunately I asked for some on the side to go with my tater tots and I was able to get a better taste of it. I didn't think anything special of it other than it was quite a standard BBQ sauce. The caramelized onions were very tender and soft and in conjunction with the white cheddar created a creamy layer on top of the brisket. This sandwich and the other burgers my friends ordered and I had a taste of were honestly very oily and heavy. While there is an enjoyable amount of "heavy/greasy" food that I can guiltily enjoy, this one pushed past that line and I just felt kind of gross afterwards for the rest of the day. The tater tots on the side were absolutely delicious. They were light, fluffy, but also had a solid crispy layer on the outside. I feel like its hard to get tater tots wrong as even frozen tots thrown in an air fryer can taste just as good. Their house ranch was a nice sauce to try the tots with but it was extremely herby with a strong strong presence of dill which was good on the first few bites but afterwards I got kind of sick of it. I ended up finishing up my tots with ketchup and BBQ sauce. The service was great and our server was funny and helpful and was amazing with friendly banter. She embodied the traditional diner server attitude and it honestly does add so much to the experience dining here. Aesthetics wise the restaurant has two main dining areas. The indoor dining area is decorated with a full automotive vibe from the door to the restrooms too. There aren't many places that truly stick with one bold aesthetic and I am very happy that this store goes full blast with it as its unique, different, and fun. The outdoor dining area is less race-car-y and more traditional barbecue yard house. There is a big outdoor shade and a bunch of wooden bench lunch tables that make for a cozy friendly dining experience. read more

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Delicious, well prepared, creative menu choices. Both our visits have been great! Good variety of local craft brews available too. Seriously, try anything on the menu, you'll be happy. We are looking forward to our next visit to try even more. The Hog pulled pork sandwich has been my favorite so far. Incredibly juicy, well seasoned meat topped with the perfect fresh slaw. Everything is house made with quality ingredients and care. Friendly, attentive servers. Comfortable seating inside or out and dog friendly! read more

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**UPDATE TO HOURS! Sunday-Thursday they close at 8pm. Friday-Saturday they close at 9pm** This is our Go-to spot when family from out of town visits and it hits every time! They ask for how you'd like your meat cooked & the burgers come with fries (ask server for substitute) The past visits leading to our current, the restaurant is so clean and well taken care of. You can tell the staff take pride in where they work. **They offer military discount** read more

Food HOT & plentiful. Open & airy . service pretty fast With a TV or 2 Perfect for a burger & brew Do get there before 12 noon during the week it gets busy also there's outdoor seating the fried corn nuggets are fire. read more

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The burger was fantastic! Cooked perfectly!! The music and vibe on point and the bread pudding the icing on the cake! What a fine community gem. We will be back again and again! read more

After my daughter's softball championship win, we rolled into STP Bar & Grill in San Diego with a last-minute party of 30--yes, 30 people--and let me just say... they handled it like pros! From the moment we walked in, the staff was welcoming, kind, and incredibly attentive. You could tell they were busy, but they never made us feel like an inconvenience. They were patient with our big group, made sure everyone was taken care of, and the service never skipped a beat. And the food? So good. Everything came out hot, fresh, and full of flavor. You could tell the kitchen was on point, and every single one of us left full and happy. A special thank you to the owner for checking the cameras, noticing his crew needed backup, and stepping in to help. That level of thoughtfulness and leadership says everything about how this place is run. STP made our championship celebration even more memorable--and we'll definitely be back. Huge thanks to the whole team! read more

STP Bar-N-Grill - Chicken dinner with rice and veggie's - Bars Near Me - San Diego, California

We were fiending for a thick steakburger so we decided to give STP a try. While $20+ for a burger is a wee bit pricy, I am willing to come back again and explore the menu. Pros: - Attentive, nice staff. - Sizable burger and portion of fries/tots - I ordered the Cougar but it was missing tomato/lettuce/onions/etc (essentially all of the fixings listed on the menu). and had chopped bacon instead. I stupidly did not notice until a few bites in. Our server apologized for the mistake and gave us a free to-go container of banana pudding cheesecake. My partner got something with barbecue sauce (I don't remember the name of it and can't seem to find it on the online menu) but he enjoyed it. - The fries and tots were cooked nicely but I wish there was a little bit more seasoning/some sort of house sauce to pair with it. read more

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The American Muscle burger was the only thing worth ordering. Everything else was a disappointment. The roller rocker ribs had zero smoky flavor, the BBQ sauce was way too sweet, and the cornbread was so dry it was hard to eat. I actually choked! The brisket mac and cheese was bland and absolutely not worth $17. Fries were soggy by the time I got home. Seasoned rice and baked beans were delicious. While the guy who took my order was nice, he messed up half of it, and the rest of the staff wasn't friendly at all no greetings, just stares. Overall, I'd only come back for the burgers, and even that would be a maybe. read more

First timer at STP. Fun theme great vibe. I liked the friendly service, Bar tender/server Matthew was great, saw some amazing looking burgers come out of the kitchen but I'm a rib lover and been craving ribs so I ordered a full rack. The entree was hot, looked good but unfortunately this was on a Thursday lunch and the ribs tasted old like they were smoked last Friday or Saturday. My comment isn't on the sauce which I didn't care for but I think the bbq sauce had a soy or asian flare which you might like but not for me. I left those ribs at the bar, don't think my family would have liked them either. Overall I liked the place even though the ribs failed. Maybe they're good on a Friday or Saturday closer to coming off the smoker. I'll probably go back for the burger. The slaw was standard but good, the bbq beans were awesome and the best thing on the plate. read more

This has got to be one of the best burger and fries meal I had in a while. Got the hellcat burger with a beyond patty and added an egg. Each bite was delicious. The kick of the peppers was just right. Perfect amount of onions and sauce. Also upgraded the fries to the finish line fries. Please do this. You will not regret it. I can't stop thinking about how good it was. Although covered in sauce, they still had a crispy bite to them. If you like gorgonzola, you will love these. Plus, there's extra sauce to dip your burger into. Highly recommend. Will definitely have to come back to try the other burgers and sandwiches. Last but not least, service was amazing. Very friendly and helpful. read more

STP Bar-N-Grill - Hellcat with an egg and beyond meat patty. Upgraded my fries with finish line fries. - Bars Near Me - San Diego, California

This place is your classic neighborhood bar and grill with a retro atmosphere for all them motor head junkies. STP is a maker of automotive parts and tires, the aforementioned theme of the decor, but it primarily stands for "Shannon and Tina's Place", the owners of the establishment. Clever! The S.O. and I like to come here every now and then to sit at the bar and chat with the workers behind the counter. They have a small draft menu but it is well curated and full of variety. The workers are always full of energy and in good spirits which are all the indicators of a great business. For some reason, I am obsessed with their Sweet Corn Nugs which I relish alongside their massive burgers served with 1/2lb patty and CHOICE ingredients. I often am attracted to the constantly rotating choices on their Specials menu. In addition, they serve your classic American BBQ which is none too bad and are served in massive portions. They have the theme down pat and overall vibes are tremendously cheerful and genuine. They attract a mixed crowd, maybe leaning towards older patrons, the theme mighty attractive to them and likely bringing back fond memories from their youth. In addition to indoor seating, they have an outdoor patio which is very dog friendly. read more

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Been a few times in the last few months. I had liked it. Even gave this place five stars before today. Changing my rating. And honestly after today's visit, I hope it impacts their overall score. Brought the family in today for the first time. Hyped this place up. A small fella took our order and must've put it in incorrectly. Forgot my order altogether. Eventually, after quite some time of everyone eating, I asked him where's my food and he replied back, there was a problem with your order. Didn't own up to it. No remorse. No apologies. Just kind of a jerk. This is the kind of employee that will tank a business. Real talk, there are dozens of hamburger places in the area. Save yourself some time and avoid this place. Way too expensive anyhow. read more