This is a classy speakeasy style bar hidden in the Oryx restaurant. The vibe is classic speakeasy,…read morehigh style but comfortable for sure. The cocktail menu is interesting and full of lots of delicious options. My cocktail was made to perfection and our service was on point. We came in late one night so there was plenty of seating, but typically it's reservation only, so be sure and make a Resy if you want to make sure you can get in. Tijuana is full of hidden gems like this and Nortico is a welcome addition. Get off Revolution and check this spot out!

Small, intimate, comfortable speakeasy with extremely friendly staff. Renee was brilliant! She…read moretaught me about all the different spirits that Mexico manufactures (other than the well known spirits of Tequila and Mezcal) and knew how to showcase the unique spirits of Mexico with cocktails that really leverage these spirits. She recommended a milk punch cocktail that incorporated Sotol, which is kind of like tequila but instead of fermenting agave, it ferments Dasylirion and is made only in Chihuahua. Then she recommended a cocktail that leverages a Mexican produced corn liquor in a Negroni but with gin subbed with mezcal. Both of these cocktails are bartenders choice and not on the menu, but the fact that they can execute such innovative cocktails so we'll speaks to the level of dedication bartenders at this bar have. Renee even gave pointers as to where I might be able to buy some of the bottles they use and for a few other bars of similar caliber to visit nearby. Instead of ending my trip at Nortico as previously planned, she helped me find a really cool new bar in Tijuana! Highly recommend.

What a classy joint this is! This bar is connected to Mision 19, and it is obvious. You'll get the…read moresame great service and the cocktails are beautifully made (not to mention tasty!). I ordered the Pepino Misionero which is a cucumber drink. I loooooooooveeee my cucumber drinks! This one felt like a mojito in that there were muddled ingredients in it. I loved the drink but I typically don't order mojitos because I find them difficult to drink and I hate getting the leaves in my mouth. I had the same difficulty with the Pepino Misionero. The ambiance is modern with both indoor and outdoor seating. There is a gorgeous fire pit right in the middle of the patio which gives off nice heat without making your hair smell like firewood. It's the perfect place to grab a few drinks before heading down for your dinner reservation at Mision 19 but it's not a place I would seek out just to drink at for the night. The prices are very similar to the prices you would pay for cocktails in the states. Not overly expensive, just more expensive than other drink prices in Mexico. It was a bit dead when we arrived since it was fairly early in the night so I'd be curious to feel the vibe of the place when it's more packed.

Bar 20 is one of the best in Tijuana, if not THE best bar. It's located in an office building along…read morewith Mision 19. We arrived early in the evening and tried several of the speciality cocktails. I recommend this place highly - it's pricey for the area but you get good value and the decor is very trendy.

Delicious fresh food. I dont normally eat fish because even in states with a coast next to it, has…read moreawful seafood but wow. Had the red snapper taco and "lion" fish. And the ambiance was super nice aswell

hubby hasn't hung in TJ in probably over 20 years...and although he is down for going down to…read moreRosarito...well...he came here with me. The place is upstairs and felt a little sketchy walking up to it (dark stairwell)...but once you entered the room...it was a huge nice space (dance floor & bar) then beyond that was the patio...huge, tons of seating and a view of Revolucion. loved it! we sampled a few of their premade drinks...the guy opted to get beers at the bar instead. didn't really get to experience the usual atmosphere of the place since we were here for a Yelp event, but the aesthetics were nice. curious to see it on another day...

Located just a block from the Pedwest border crossing, Cereus bar has become a regular stop when we…read morevisit TJ by foot. A chic bar with both a modern interior and hip exterior seating options, my friends love to order a margarita crafted with love or an ice cold draft beer. I typically opt for the Botanist Gin and Tonic. Reasonable prices and its location make it a classic first or last stop on day trips to TJ!

Good atmosphere, high end drinks, food nearby and a friendly staff!read more

This is one of the busier bars for Friday night, but worth the time spent. The interior is very…read morethought through and esthetically pleasant. The cocktails menu is extensive with illustrations of the options. Food can be ordered from the Chinese restaurant next door. Prices are very reasonable for what you get. They have an outdoor and indoor. It was a big tough to find a spot for a moment, but we did it! The server was super nice and helpful! Considering they were slammed, he did a great job!

Really nice bar for the ambience. This place is expected to be packed so finding a seat will…read morerequire you to be on the hunt. Expect service to be a bit delayed. They do have food options from the Chinese spot next door. Drink prices are not too bad for the quality and size of the drink.

I was there between Christmas and New Year's Eve and had a night of karaoke at the Rose & Rita…read more Great drinks, reasonably priced, and the crowd was really fun. Located in the historic Rosarito Hotel.

Great little bar for a good time. I've been here with the hubs a few times and it's always a good…read moretime. The patrons get really into the karaoke and it is just fun! The karaoke is done in Spanish and English, great variety of songs. The cocktails are pretty decent also with comparable prices to other bars. Clientele tends to be 30's plus but anyone could have a good time here. The place is small which makes it cozy and makes for making fast friends with other patrons near you. The whole bar can get loud and rowdy when people all like the songs being sung, there is even a lot of dancing on a good night. Overall, a fun place if you like karaoke.

Overall great experience. Entering the bar room while sitting by the rotating wall was a wow…read morefactor. Vibe was pleasant with dim lighting and some music to jam to, overall not too rowdy or loud. I was able to have a conversation with my group. Most importantly the drinks were great. Jade Pagoda, and the non alcoholic Golden Afternoon were my two favorites.

Was excited to bring my friend from out of town here. Made a reservation for a Saturday night…read more(would highly recommend reservations as they fill up quick). The drinks were incredible, we tried a couple from the "refreshing" menu & a couple from the "decadent" menu. Prices are what you'd expect of a speakeasy in San Diego. The ambience here cannot be beat. Service was awful unfortunately. Bartender was nice but we could not get his attention & at some points, he was refilling ingredients, etc. & we had to grab someone else to get his attention. Very disappointing for somewhere charging $20/cocktail.

We finally ordered some food from Casa Nori after literally years of driving by. I've always wanted…read moreto eat here but timing and whatever reasons prevented me from going here. At long last I decided to order a platter for a family dinner. The platter presentation was nice with plenty of rolls (7 I believe). It's a good value for the quality and quantity. Every roll was fresh and delicious. The Lemon Cilantro roll was the family favorite. We did not dine in...yet. But when I picked up the platter, the restaurant did look very nice. Big patio dining area and just a chill vibe inside. The front of house employees were friendly and very helpful. My transaction was quick and easy. Overall, a great spot for sushi in the Chula Vista area. We are definitely coming back. Especially for the happy hour offerings.

I had a disappointing experience at Casa Nori sushi restaurant that felt unnecessarily inflexible…read moreand dismissive toward a solo diner. I arrived as a party of one and was told I could not be seated at a table, despite multiple tables visibly open. Not reserved, just unavailable to seat me specifically. The explanation given was that they were "saving tables for larger parties." I understand managing seating during busy hours, but in this case the dining room was not full, and there was clearly space available. I requested to sit outside. I was offered a seat at the bar instead. I explained that I have sensory sensitivities and cannot comfortably sit at the bar--especially in an environment with loud music and a DJ actively playing. That context didn't seem to be meaningfully considered. What stood out most was the prioritization of keeping tables empty over seating a willing, paying guest. I was ready to order and spend a full meal's worth, but the preference appeared to be theoretical larger parties that had not yet arrived over an actual customer in front of them. Overall, it felt like a missed opportunity in hospitality and guest care. I left feeling unwelcome as a solo diner, which is disappointing given how common and legitimate solo dining is. I won't be returning.

I didn't really like the location (in a strip mall) or the parking (felt impossible on a Saturday…read morenight) BUT...I could not believe how thoughtful and kind every single employee was. I interacted with three people and they were all amazing. The inside was cool, the music was cool, the menu was cool, but it's purely because of the staff that I want to go back. I am frankly an undemanding customer--I don't ask for much service or attention. But three different people all checked on me, ensured that I felt comfortable, and made me feel like they wanted me to be there. I was very impressed and even touched by this truly classy, humanizing experience.

Great drinks, friendly bartenders and freaking cool decor. Love the vinyl records…read more They could definitely clean up the alley a bit .... we get it, it's a speakeasy.. there's literally puddles, boxes from the restaurant and dumpsters you have to walk past in heels to get into this fine establishment. I absolutely love the hot towels at entry

A highlight during my recent visit to San DIego was visiting one of the coolest tiki bars, False…read moreIdol. They had the most beautifully decorated drinks I've ever seen in a place that has thunderstorms when they serve certain drinks! I would highly recommend making reservations. If you don't you may wind up standing during your visit. It's a small place and has limited seating. Our waitress was friendly and helpful. She was able to make recommendations that were spot on. The drink menu is huge!! No food in the bar, but it is attached to a restaurant if you would like to eat before or after you visit False Idol. I loved this place! I can't wait to go back and try some new drinks! We had The Wayfinder, Chunky Dunkey, Enigma del Muerte and The Pearl Diver. They were all delicious and beautiful!

We LOVED this spot…read more Drinks were all amazing - sidewinders fang was my favorite - I love passionfruit and it was so good! The interior is super immersive - huge tiki vibes with sound effects included too Def get a resy bc it's not super large and gets busy fast - we walked in around opening time and were able to sit at the bar Service was great / bartenders are so nice and even gave us stickers