De Oro Mine Co

I cool dive bar with pool tables. Our bartenders were pretty cool and also gave us recommendations…read moreof good places to go eat at and also have delicious cocktails. I definitely am going to come back to this bar because it just felt like Home.

The security guard with the beard was extremely rude and acted more like a barback than security…read more We've been coming here for years... and last Friday a group of people took a table we were using, even though two of our friends were already sitting there and told them the table was taken. We were a group of about 7-8 people total. When we came back after grabbing drinks, we saw that the other group had completely taken over the table. They said they didn't care that we were regulars and called the security guard over. We explained the situation, and his response directly to us was: "I don't care, you can shut up, close your tab, and leave." We had already spent plenty of money there and were not asking for special treatment, but the lack of professionalism was awful. I've worked in customer service for almost a decade and have never spoken to a customer that way. This is exactly how a good place can lose loyal customers because of incompetent staff.

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Parky's Saloon

4.0(52 reviews)

3.6 mi

I stopped in to enjoy the air conditioning on a 90 degree day. I found a bunch of new friends!…read moreThank you Morgan for being the one of the most beautiful and friendly staff I've ever met. I'll come back often!

Love this Bar, great local charm:) Never once had a bad time here:) Great jukebox ( and they play…read morethe music loud and love that ) They have pool!! Great bartenders;) Cheap drinks what more can you ask for;)

Halloween 2024. So fun here!!

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The Hearth House

4.6(220 reviews)

3.0 mi

Shout out to Jade! She's incredibly kind and caring and will make you feel like you belong :)read more

You gotta be high if you think Patrick isn't the best in town. Memory is sharp as it gets,…read morehospitality and service from him is second to none! This MF'r oughta be mayor of la mesa too! He is the reason I go there and it's gonna be a sad day when he leaves! Truly, The Goat and I mean that , Patrick!

Bartender on her phone

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Chico Club

4.2(72 reviews)

3.6 mi

Shelby, Amy, and Anna are the best bartenders there I look forward to coming wed/thursd…read moreFriday/saturday and Tuesday they are the best and make this place totally worth it

Main thing this has going for it is 2 pool tables & some solid dad rock…read more The staff . . .changes a lot, and typically cold if not outright rude. The drinks . . .almost all mixer. And can someone do something about the smell?

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Wong's Dragon Room

3.7(52 reviews)

3.7 mi

With gratitude, I verrrry much appreciate the staff at the Dragon. The owner is on the job, hands…read moreon making things right. The chef is a quality guy and produces outstanding cuisine with technique. The ladies in the dining room know customer service with a smile. I love the water feature. I like the intimacy of the room and the bands that play there. Jules makes the Dragon room sparkle and manages with kindness Je ne sais pas a charming, quality Lady nonpareil. The spiritual heart of the Dragon... Why are we waiting, Why are we waiting at all!

Amazing dive bar! Bartender is the sweetest lady ever and drinks are fairly priced. Plus, you can…read moreorder Chinese food (delicious) from the attached restaurant next door! We got some fried wontons and the popo platter. Very dark and not the best place to watch sports (they can't turn the TV volume up when the jukebox is running, and even after it's quite low), but great music selection and apparently the karaoke nights are fun! Not a lot of young folks come around, but the older folks are really funny and friendly. Pop in if you just wanna chill and hang out with some friends, or meet new people! Bathrooms are a bit of a concern for me, though. They're clean, but the doors are quite low (someone could watch me do my business lol). Not sure if this is a normal thing for dive bars (I don't go to many), but it did make me uncomfortable.

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The Hills Pub

4.5(1.9k reviews)

2.2 mi

Locally owned & operated

Family-owned & operated

My friends and I are making this spot our neighbors waterhole.... Even when Steven is coming all…read morethe way from North Park.... "Worth the drive." Mostly because we had the absolute best waiter: Damian. Thank you hun for reminding us birthday months are a thing, the best things.

Always wanted to try this place because of the name, seems like a good place to have a drink and…read morehang out with awesome people

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Sideways

3.8(29 reviews)

2.5 mi•Cajon Heights

This business has a practice of fraudulently inflating the tip amount that is written on receipts…read morewhen a credit card is used. A charge of $18.50 turned into a charge of $22.50 on a credit card report, even though the authorized amount was $18.50. A server or servers have made it an ongoing practice to steal from their customers. The management of Sideways has been notified repeatedly of the issue (which has happened several times), and they are both unresponsible and hostile.

One night a few weeks ago, I went to Sideways bar to just zone out and have a few beers. I paid…read morewith my credit card but tipped in cash like I usually do. When my total was updated, it said I tipped $10. I was a bit confused but without proof and possible user error I didn't really do anything. If they did steal the $10 from me they needed it more than i do. I went back the other night and it was a different bartender. I was on guard though so I took a pic of my receipt and sure enough, this bartender changed the tip from $4 to $8. I could almost understand this behavior if I was a non tipper, but I had 2 beers and sat at the bar. And still tipped $4. Thats plenty. If you go to this bar beware.

Hula hoops!

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Norm's Cocktails

3.9(53 reviews)

3.5 mi

GRIFF is the BEST bartender EVER!!!!!! He is so nice, funny, and accommodating!!! Always checking…read moreon us and making drinks in a timely manner. Great convos, just an all over great person to share an evening with friends with! This is a local spot for friends of mine is how I ended up here. Playing pool, picking out songs on the digital jukebox, hanging on the back patio all enjoyable.

If you like dive bars like I do, this is a great one. Good draft selection and friendly staff.read more

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Spring Valley Inn Cocktail Lounge

4.4(34 reviews)

1.2 mi

A fairly good size bar with a pool table at the front of the bar, a long bar where drinks are…read moreserved, and a back room where people can also seat or stand. The bartender, Heidi, was prompt, and very helpful with my order. The place was busy at the time I was there with workers taking a break from their work day. Will certainly go again. I also really enjoyed seeing the signs that were placed on the ceiling of the bar.

I love this bar It's my kind of place…read moreJust walkin' through the front door Puts a big smile on my face It ain't too far Come as you are Hmm, hmm, hmm, hmm, I love this bar If you're hungry, bring something to eat (bagged snacks available for purchase too). If you're thirsty, you're in the right place. If you're a fan of dive bars, this place is for you. AWESOME crowd of mostly regulars (should you not be recognized you'll be warmly welcomed into the fold), epic bartenders, excellent prices. Three TVs, pool table, jukebox on the wall, huge electronic dart board, free bingo on Thursday nights, super-friendly Derrick dj's on Friday nights and knows what he's doing. It's a home away from home, come on by !

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The Luau

4.7(196 reviews)

3.9 mi

They let me drink there, which is Kool cuz uh, well look at me, I'm pretty ugly. But they still…read moreembrace me and serve me drinks with a smile.

Was visiting San Diego because of a friend's theatre performance at The Moxie Theatre. After the…read moreshow we mixed and mingled with the cast who suggested going to tiki/surf bar called The Luau. This place was great. Bright, vibrant and full of tropical decor. The bar was packed. We got a four high top seater in the main area. Glad we did because it was karaoke night! In between songs the dj would play pop star music videos. There was a back patio with more seating. Surprise of the night was when Sterling the security guard sang a song from "Wicked". Will definitely go back again!

Hawaiian coffee

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M A.

11 years ago

Good ol' Dive Bar. 1st time here. We will be coming back next time we are near. The bar has nothing special, but nothing bad (which is good for a Dive Bar). read more

Randy S.

183

11 years ago

I came in for the first time this weekend. It was very fun and clean. Our Bartender Stephanie was super cool. I'll come back again when I am in the area! read more

Kimmi R.

9 years ago

I went to this place they had an amazing band! Drinks were great for the price. Me and my girls had a ball

Berlyn J.

111

4 years ago

This place is awesome! Great owner! Awesome staff and definitely super fun environment :) highly recommend

Stephanie B.

149

11 years ago

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