Love this place in general. Good vibes, good service, decent prices. However- I ordered their tater tots for the first time and was shocked at how small the order was. It was $8 and only had 11 individual tots. I asked about it because it looked like maybe it was a happy hour size or something. They brought a 2nd serving. Still- 22 tots for $8 is pretty overpriced. Their tot profit is bonkers. Be warned... read more

Arizona Cafe - 11 tots for $8- really AZ? One person ate 1 before I could snap the photo - Chicken Wings Near Me - San Diego, California

Came here for the first time last Saturday. It was busy but my friend and I found a spot at the bar. We ordered burgers and that came out in a decent amount of time and tasted pretty good. The bartenders were friendly and made a great whiskey sour. Out of nowhere the younger guy sitting next to me turned toward me and just randomly bit me hard in the arm! I told the staff immediately. I was rightfully upset and it seemed like they believed me because the guy that did it wasn't exactly denying it. And his friends were acting dumb. I was looking at the staff to say or do something and told them to look at their security video if they didn't believe me. I had nice and friendly interactions with the staff while I'd been there so I assumed they'd take it seriously. I also showed the my arm, which showed a bruise from where I was bit. About 10 minutes later the female bartender said "we found it on the video and saw him bite you." At that point I thought they would've kicked the group out of the bar but they didn't, which was disappointing. It was nice to be validated and believed in the end but I had been adamant that I had been bit the entire time, and they didn't immediately do much. I had to prove myself. In my opinion, I think they should've taken assault and battery more seriously. read more

Sorry Arizona Cafe. You used to be our jam, but we've moved on. The beer selection for me is lacking and the hard seltzer selection is even worse. Dave no longer works the bar at AZ seems, and he was what made Arizona Cafe fun. There are simply too many awesome spots in OB to settle for mediocrity. read more

Fun place. Incomplete information on all of the business website, yelp (yes they can update), regarding food availability. Strong drinks. Not so strong information about food service. Maybe a manager-ish employee could spend an hour or two updating and verifying Arizona Cafe's online (not a line in the bathroom) information. Yes, I know they feel they are busy enough with what they're doing. Definitely respect the business confidence. Still enjoy the place Peace guys, I'll be their soon to clarify read more

I would be very careful opening a tab here. I came here yesterday after the Ocean Beach market day and ordered two drinks, opening a tab. One of the bartenders mixed up my credit card with another patron, leading to me to have to come back the next day after work and still have to wait hours for him to return with my card. I still have to cancel it bc now another person potentially has my whole card information! This is the first time this has happened to me in the 10 years I've been going to bars. Be careful out there guys read more

Nobody's walking into this establishment expecting 5-star service. But I did walk in here expecting great happy hour deals and my expectations were met. Arizona's happy hour featured $3 hot dogs, $5 well drinks, and an assortment of other cheap small plates. For under $20 I was fed and pleasantly buzzed. Will be coming back. read more

We came in as a large group for a birthday. The bar had 8 people sitting watching football. We came in as a party of more than eight people. The game took precedence over paying customers. You aren't going to make money if you're catering to regular's who don't spend. We left. The vibe sucked read more

Great drink and food specials. Service is awesome as well. Fun place to watch the game.

I learned how to play pool here :) I've always been shy when it comes to a pool table, but between the people, music, and my helpful date I finally learned. There are two tables, a bunch of high tables, and a few booths. Easy seating at the bar. Enough TV's to pick which games you'd like to watch. The juke box is where most of the magic happens. Food wise, I've tried the regular burger - delicious! The people who work here are friendly. The service is more than great :) read more

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Ali was the best bartender that I've had anywhere. Come to Arizona The wings and chicken nuggets are great read more

The service was absolutely terrible. The bartender was extremely rude. From the moment we walked in being confrontational and aggressive. I ordered a virgin piña colada, and she gave my husband a dirty look for ordering it. She gave the remaining amount to the two guys sitting at the bar and free poured a bunch of liquor in them for free. Terrible customer service read more

Stopped in with the boyfriend after an afternoon of walking through the pier of OB. We were just visiting from the Bay Area so it's always fun to stumble into local small businesses to support. I was craving for a Chicago style hot dog and the menu here happened to offer it (I saw it on the menu posted on the window as we were casually walking by). The hot dog came with tomatoes, pickles, sports peppers, relish & onions for $8.50 a pop. Not the greatest I have ever had but it did the job in satisfying my craving. Looks like these guys have a great beer, wine, and spirit list. There are pool tables and a huge space for large groups to gather. I bet this is a cool spot to hang out at on nights and weekends. They don't have their own private lot so prepare to look for street parking if you're driving in. read more

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Ali was awesome serving a string. Very knowledgeable about the serving. Will definitely come back.

Arizona is the place to go! Good burgers and prices! Good late nightspot and high vibes read more

Arizona Cafe - Chicken Wings Near Me - San Diego, California

Super racist establishment. Went to play some pool and everyone there was super negative and treated my party as if we didn't belong there. Upon entering we received dirty looks, we didn't understand why until the next group of people walked in whom were two white dudes. The group of white men that gave us the dirty looks were all smiles with the two strangers that came in as they chanted "brother" amongst themselves. Immediately we could see why we received a cold shoulder instead of a warm welcome. The people in OB are chill and mostly white, there is a good mix of good hearted people along with the racist ones. Especially the door man. Fool is racist. And he said he is the bouncer for 5 different bars in OB. Meaning they are all racist... Places like this need to lose business and be forced to shut down. We don't have time for your negative racist energy in San Diego. read more

Came here on my birthday night and for a single hot dog waited a half hour. Bar was about 3/5ths full and no one at a tables. Standing eagerly at a table before asking for our money back. Playlist was ass too. read more

Cayla was Grrrreat!!!! Absolutely love her. She gave me sex on the beach ! I will most definitely be coming back . read more

Unfortunately I didn't get a chance to try the food or drink because of the bartenders bad attitude. Wont be coming back

My friends and I were playing a great game of pool. I was having the game of a lifetime. I missed a shot by a millimeter and I crouched down to assess the situation. During the 2.5 seconds that I was crouched down, the barback verbally harassed me and asked me to get up. Get fucked. read more

Wandered into this spot after 11p.m. buzzing with hunger on a Saturday night. This was the fourth place I tried to grab eats, kitchens had closed everywhere else. Frustration grew like fog. I learned this spot has a takeout window at the sidewalk, thanks to some wily patrons quenching thirsts at their flowing, flowing bar. Ordered the blue cheese burger and chili cheese fries. BOTH VERY TASTY!!! WOULD RECOMMEND. read more

Arizona Cafe - Ocean Beach, I think. - Chicken Wings Near Me - San Diego, California

Such legends at the kitchen! Great food and considerate. Pool tables are dope and great ambiance to escape

Excellent food and served very promptly. Very friendly environment as well. You would be very happy to enjoy this soup read more

Arizona Cafe - This place has great service by Nadia. And great atmosphere and vibes. - Chicken Wings Near Me - San Diego, California

After a fun evening of partying and singing at The Shout House downtown we rolled back to Ocean Beach to get our grub on. We were directed to the Arizona Cafe by an intoxicated jolly fat man who seemed to know what he was talking about. He was 100 percent spot on. Very fun loud local dive bar with pool tables and ambience. We each had a dog of our choice and some chili cheese fries. Only one word.....WOW! Cold beer, friendly knowledgeable staff, and pub food worth raving about. We will be going back in the near future. read more

Fabulous staff, good food, lots of options for drink, TVs galore and several pool tables. In my drinking days, I loved AZ because of the variety of drinks and cocktails. What keeps me coming back now is the Chicago Dog. So delicious and true to ChiTown. I tried the TJ dog on my last trip and it was amazing as well. Definitely a favorite place to watch Sunday football and grab some hangover food. read more

Great vibe in this establishment! The drinks tasted great and were full of lime goodness. The music was hip-hop ranging from 90's to now and perfect for the crowd and "theme" of the evening. Every sport was on the TV. This is a must stop at place read more

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I used to live around the corner from this place and hadn't been in a while , but have now been back 3 Mondays in a row ! Cayla and Johnny are always there and are the best They always remember my name and my order and are happy to have me there. Not to mention the blackened chicken nuggz are off the charts ! Recommend this place to anyone looking for a fun night of pool and drinks with great bartenders read more

Great bar with good food. Run by friendly people in a nice spot in Ocean Beach. Would recommend

Best place in OB to play pool. Food is amazing bar food! Ask for Johnny! Best bartender in ob. Really sweet and helpful. I highly recommend you stop by ! I'll be back ! read more

Arizona Cafe - Johnny and pool! Best combo ever! - Chicken Wings Near Me - San Diego, California

Terrible service! The group next to me and myself were completely ignored by the bartender. They walked out, I waited 5 additional minutes and then left. I guess he only serves locals read more

I love this place because it's a great dive bar to go to if you're trying to get away from all the high prices and over the top areas like downtown or PB. I always try and stop here first because the bartender likes what she does and makes a few different drinks that aren't on the menu. I have had drinks that are on the menu however and they are still delicious, but I primarily come for the food service and creativity she has behind the bar is great! read more

Absolutely love this spot for a relaxed night! Great spot for a late night bite, great priced beers and shooting pool! The staff are also friendly, welcoming and efficient! So grateful to find a chill spot like this in San Diego! I will definitely be back! read more

Great dive bar with great food and a few pool tables. Try the grilled fish tacos and the sampler basket.

OK, so sorry for having to write this review. I gave them a third chance and they still have a backwards mentality or as I call it an Arizona mentality. The first time I went here all was well, great times were had but that might have to do with the fact that i was with three tall blondes and one of them knew the bartender. The 2nd time was during the 4th of july weekend. Me and two buddies were playing pool when three girls (one brunette and two african american) walked in and then asked us if they could play pool with us. Of course, what do you say when three girls want to play pool with you... you say yes... especially when they are in bikinis. :D Then things got weird fast, keep in mind that this bar is in Ocean Beach... about a block from the actual beach. But, more importantly, keep in mind that this place calls itself an arizona bar. So, shortly after playing a game the security chump walks up and tells the three girls they need to put shirts on. Apparently, "someone" in the bar complained.... about girls wearing bikinis in a beach bar. And the security chump acted on it.... talk about backassswards. We figured it was the three obese ladies sitting next to the pool table but still...... who asks girls to put shirts on in a beach bar?????? backassswards thinking people that is. so... on to my next experience after the wonderland party... i walk in, give my ID to the security chump.... and get in, no issues, its OB. My friend, mexican american, shows ID and they promptly tell her she's too drunk. Now, keep in mind we've been bar hopping all over OB and never once were turned away. Heck, the only time I've experienced something such as that is in gaslamp where the security peeps are str8 up dooosssshhhhbags. So, I was very surprised of this ongoing experience at a bar in OB. But, being that it is an Arizona bar, its all starting to make sense. This bar has a high dooshbag employee rating, it does not belong in OB, MB, PB or near any beach. If anything, it belongs in the gaslamp or way back in backasssswards arizona. ********DO NOT FREQUENT THIS PLACE******** Arizona dooshbags need to stay in arizona.... they also need to learn how to drive. Read the other reviews.... you will begin to see a theme of dooooooooshbaggery... its legit... this place needs to leave OB ASAP!!!!!! read more

The food and drinks were great! Cayla helped us out and the was AMAZING!! She gave us great food and drink recommendations, will definitely come back!!!! read more

Wandered the town and had locals tell me to come here If was hungry for a late snack! We got drinks of course but I was told to order the beef sliders. Oh my god they are so good we ordered two! It's something about the Gorgonzola cheese that gives it a comforting yummy late snack! We also ordered the fish tacos but we thought it was okay. Please get the beef sliders, and you're welcome! read more

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So sad to see the menu reduced to basic bar food. The pork tacos and chicken parm were amazing. And $10.50 for a grilled cheese sandwich. Looks like the owner will be watching regulars like myself slowly disappear. After years of patronage, time to find a new spot unless they step up their game. Will miss Thursday nights with Nadia and Chad. read more

the guy at the door was drunk af and couldn't handle who's get in and out. Hadrly not recommend!

This place is a great dive bar in OB. Honestly some of the best "bar" food around. Their sliders are *chefs kiss* Pre-covid this place was always poppin. I hope they are able to stay afloat because I'd hate to see them leave the neighborhood. Much love, AZ! read more

Good food but was surprised it was a sport bar versus a cafe. Google was misleading and should've looked it up here first. Wasn't the environment we were looking for but the food was average. Bartender was so friendly! read more

Amazing service Friendly environment Late night food Vibes for days Cayla gave us exceptional service read more