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    Fat Joe's O'side

    4.1 (228 reviews)
    ModerateSports Bars, Pizza
    Closed 11:00 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)

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    Casual
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    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating

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    Luis A.

    Open on thanksgiving CHECK Cheap drinks CHECK Vibes CHECK Man , fat joes is the spot to be at. The vibe is on point the food is an absolute steal!!! Damn burrito was born in 06' and time traveled to 2025. Seriously this is a retro portioned ahhh burrito. The food was delicious and the value is unbeatable.

    Anya B.

    Great place for the whole family! All American bar on S Coast Hwy with plenty of Arcade games and Halo for the kids. We had Fat Joe's Burrito with Carne Asada and Chicken, Chips and Guac and Kids Chicken Strips and everyone was happy. Salsa was good, too. Love that they have a jukebox. It can get loud at times. Long tables are optimal for larger groups, too. TV's with sports coverage all around. Fun place and we plan to be back!

    Margaritas & 2 Carne Asada Tacos
    Kareem P.

    After living in Oceanside for 10 years, I think it's about time to proclaim one of the local favorite hangouts in downtown Oceanside. Fat Joes O'side is located on S Coast Highway just a minutes walk from the downtown area. They are definitely one of the highlight gems that stand out in a crowd. Fat Joe's is more than just a food spot. They are more than just a sports bar. They are a local favorite hotspot that provides a family-friendly atmosphere to enjoy a solid menu, good food, great drinks, arcade games and fantastic menu specials. Their staff service is very fair too (considering how crowded they can get). My first experience with food here was their barbecue wings on Wednesdays. I believe they had $1 price specials and I will never forget how meaty & flavorful their chicken was. I think they had the biggest chicken wings I've ever seen! The sauce was so thick, rich & flavorful! I recommend the BBQ, spicy BBQ & teriyaki for sure. I've also heard that they have delicious burgers and fries and I also like their tacos (especially on Tuesdays). Their bartenders are extremely skilled & make a wicked margaritas & I also love their spiked adult slushies. I think what's most impressive about fat Joe's is that they make sure to cater to both adults and children alike, making this perfect for family outings. While the adults can watch sports on the many televisions, the kids can play arcade games (some standing & some sitting), pinball games, win-a-prize games and they even have one for golf. The artistic Oceanside mural decors in the interior are the icing on the cake! Overall, Fat Joe's O'side is a favorite hangout for many locals & visitors would be wise to experience this gem if passing through our city. The only CON that I can really complain about is the lack of adequate parking on crowded days. But that is just an overall issue when being an establishment in downtown Oceanside and does not reflect the business itself.

    Food prices were excellent for this area. The bathrooms were clean. The food was really good. The video games were a fun way to entertain the kids while adults could talk. Music selection was fun as it was totally random. There was a "no dogs" sign, but there were 4 dogs inside the restaurant (they were not service dogs as I heard the conversation). We love dogs, but two of our party are extremely allergic, so not sure we will go back, but we would like to!!

    Carne Asada taco, Adobada taco, chronic Amber Ale
    Teresa A.

    One of the best Taco Tuesdays in town! Great selection for varieties of meat and fish tacos, stuffed with meat and well seasoned. Best value too. Wish the beer was colder tho, they do have a great selection

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    Dexter F.

    Great spot with a full bar and great food. They also have a variety of video games and pinball machines and a two lane bowling alley. I started out with a local IPA recommended by the bartender. Opted for the Western Burger . It was cooked perfectly at medium and the fries were crispy. The service was quick and attentive for a mid week lunch stop. The atmosphere was chill and I was able to play 6 pinball machines without waiting, $1-2 per game. I left a few free games on the pinball machines for the next lucky patron. Hope to come back again to see what gets cycled back in.

    Richard A.

    My son who loves pinball was visiting from Portland. He said Joes was recommended by PDX pinballers. We went after his birthday dinner. Really bright and friendly looking place. Like 8pm. A few kids with families up front area eating. In back area, bar and 10 pinball machines. We had a few beers and enjoyed PB games. Also a Golden Tee golf game and air hockey. Lots of TVs with sports on. Recommend this place for fun , beer and watching games.

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    Carlos is a rockstar! Always positive and happy! Foods great!!! Great atmosphere!!!!!

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    Cool spot with arcade for the kids, good beers and great customer service. Fun spot to watch a game as well

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    For what it is worth we had a great time! It's decent food! Full bar and an "arcade" we will definitely be back!!

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    Good food and beer. Good service! The games don't always work so I wouldn't recommend for little kiddos.

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