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Bars in San Diego

Bars, pubs and lounges people rate highest.

18 places

The top 18

Bars, pubs, breweries and lounges with a proven following, ranked by our own engine.

  1. The Shout! House4.7· 2.7kBar · Gaslamp Quarter

    1. The Shout! House

    Interactive dueling pianos, craft cocktails, lively singalongs—perfect for groups.
  2. False Idol4.7· 1.5kBar · Little Italy

    2. False Idol

    Immersive tiki bar with theatrical tropical cocktails and lively island atmosphere.
  3. Aero Club Bar4.7· 1.2kBar · Five Points

    3. Aero Club Bar

    Inventive cocktails, friendly bartenders, cozy modern vibe for social gatherings.
  4. Good Night John Boy4.8· 473Bar · Gaslamp Quarter

    4. Good Night John Boy

    Lively downtown bar serving expertly mixed cocktails with music and outdoor seating.
  5. The Field Irish Pub4.6· 2.2kPub · Gaslamp Quarter

    5. The Field Irish Pub

    Cozy downtown Irish pub with craft beers, live music and hearty comfort fare.
  6. The Lion's Share4.6· 1.7kBar · Marina

    6. The Lion's Share

    Eclectic bar and American fare with inventive cocktails, small plates, live music.
  7. The Cordova Bar4.8· 299Bar · Overlook Heights

    7. The Cordova Bar

    Trendy bar with inventive cocktails, karaoke nights, live performances, and group-friendly energy.
  8. Bay Hill Tavern4.6· 719Pub · Clairemont Village

    8. Bay Hill Tavern

    Casual neighborhood pub with craft beer, wood-fired pizza, and lively vibe.
  9. Sidecar Bar4.6· 623Bar · Overlook Heights

    9. Sidecar Bar

    Lively neighborhood cocktail bar with craft cocktails, solid beer selection, and upbeat vibes.
  10. The Hole San Diego4.6· 577Cocktail bar · Loma Portal

    10. The Hole San Diego

    Trendy cocktail bar with handcrafted cocktails and professional bartending services.
  11. North Park Beer Company4.7· 291Brewery · Uptown Medical Complex

    11. North Park Beer Company

    Lively brewpub with craft beers, hearty burgers, and relaxed indoor/outdoor seating.
  12. Yard House4.5· 3.6kBar · Rio Vista

    12. Yard House

    Lively gastropub with huge beer selection and elevated American plates.
  13. Kamon Craft Cocktail Bar4.8· 174Bar · East Village

    13. Kamon Craft Cocktail Bar

    Trendy intimate bar serving inventive craft cocktails—perfect for date nights and small groups.
  14. The Tower Bar4.6· 385Bar · Fox Canyon

    14. The Tower Bar

    Lively neighborhood bar with craft cocktails, sports, and a friendly social vibe.
  15. Coin-Op Game Room4.5· 1.5kBar · Gaslamp Quarter

    15. Coin-Op Game Room

    Lively arcade bar with craft cocktails, elevated pub fare, and coin-op games.
  16. The Whiskey House4.5· 1.4kBar · Asian Pacific Thematic Historic District

    16. The Whiskey House

    Lively whiskey bar with craft cocktails, hearty comfort food, and live music.
  17. Prohibition Lounge4.5· 1.1kBar · Gaslamp Quarter

    17. Prohibition Lounge

    Intimate Prohibition-style lounge with craft cocktails and live music, ideal for dates.
  18. Starlite4.5· 1.1kPub · Middletown

    18. Starlite

    Trendy gastropub with inventive cocktails, curated beers, and indoor-outdoor seating.

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