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    Gossip Grill

    4.1 (1.1k reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 2:00 AM (Next day)

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    Outdoor seating

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    Fun sign above a funny sign
    Tiffany A.

    IDK if I'm just old now but places like this just don't seem fun. I came here to celebrate a bachelorette party on a Saturday night. I entered the line around 9:50 PM and I didn't get in until 10:20. 30 mins in line is kinda wild when all that needs to be done is an ID check and a cover after 10PM? I love to dance and get rowdy but when we all decided to get to the dance floor, it was packed like sardines. I'm talking... both sides of your body will be fully pressed against another human. The crowd was kind, although, it was tough to hold a conversation over the music. The music consisted of old segments of popular songs from various generations. There were multiple water stations around which was nice. The bathroom line was roped off which provided some semblence of organization. Getting a drink at the bar was close to impossible due to the length of the bar and the amount of other people clamoring for attention. The space could be bigger based on the amount of people there or they should limit the amount of people who do get in due to sheer amount of bodies!

    Welcome Home
    Amanda J.

    The food here is EXCELLENT! Dont forget to add ranch to everything. Their ranch is made in house and basically addictive. The staff is super awesome and friendly. They have something to do all the time and something for everyone. They take security and consent very seriously. The atmosphere is always welcoming, whether you're coming for a bite to eat early or partying later. My fav place to go by far! 20/10 would recommend.

    Hot wings
    Olivia S.

    First timer here, came with my girlfriend. We arrived right for happy hour and got two orders of wings, a white wine, and a massive bud light. $40. The wings were sauced up, a little undercooked. A good keto option, however. 6/10 I love the outside area, super cute. Our server was polite. Our food came out immediately too. Would come back. Loved the live music.

    Poke Bowl - 5/10
    Maureen J.

    I love this place! Frida is awesome and has been there since day one! She makes the best drinks and provides such great service! WE LOVE HER! Food is good. I've tried some things I really enjoyed and others not so much, but I'll keep coming regardless! I enjoy coming here more than WeHo. There is a more chill vibe here. You can meet lots of people and make friends. You can also find free parking around the area. Happy Hour from 2 - 6 PM. No admission before 10 PM.

    Sliders and a Vodka Cran
    Taelyr V.

    My go to bar and eatery. The best gay bar and lesbian bar around. Bartenders are amazing and always accommodating with my allergies and my fiancees sobriety. Servers are so nice, attentive, and quick. They have such a wide variety of events that we love going to! We always show up for drink specials and let me tell you, this isn't your regular bar food. We are big foodies and everything here is delicious! Shout out to the Philly Cheese steak and the wings, a must try. A safe space for so many of us and you definitely feel the vibe here. Highly recommend!

    $11.50 Philly's on Thursday's only!
    Oscar Daniel R.

    I came here right around opening on a Thursday and could have not asked for a more perfect experience. I highly recommend their expresso martinis! Quimy our server was sweet and informative. I definitely would want to return when there's more of a crowd. Ambiance is very open minded friendly with plenty of signage to indicate what won't be tolerated.

    Sharlene S.

    Look at the menu alone. Such fun play in drinks and bites. Great vibes all around. Service- everyone we interacted with was friendly and helpful. Shoutout to Aubrey who took great care of us. Security- very intentional About creating a safe space for lgbtqia women. Taking Live Photos to make sure everyone acts right. Food/drinks- we got chicken tenders and fries and fish tacos. Well seasoned and good portion size. Drinks were pretty standard. Specials- I went on a Thursday and drinks were $4. What a great deal. Space- love the outdoor and indoor space. Nice amount of room for sitting and eating, dancing, or hanging around. Comedy- got to join got their inaugural comedy show. It was hysterical. $15 plus $20 food/ drinks.

    Oven baked spinach dip, ahi poki wonton salad, Philly cheesesteak and fries, carne asada fries.
    Maya G.

    Gossip Grill is always a good time, I've been coming here for years. I've been here plenty of times to party, but a lot of people sleep on the food! The oven baked spinach dip is to die for and is the best thing there. It's always lively and the people there are fantastic. I'm only a little sad that they stopped serving shark bites in their signature fish bowl that came with a plastic shark. That use to be my go to drink.

    Elijah M.

    Oh my god. I love you Gossip Grill. Finally visited my first gay bar at the ripe old age of 24. I am a transgender man with a cis male partner, I was nervous to enter a sapphic space because I didn't want to intrude. At the same time, Gossip Grill looked the most inviting to newbies of anywhere else in the area (to me personally). The plan was to eat and get a drink, then bar hop around the area on a nice full stomach. We were treated with nothing but welcoming kindness! I was happy to see how woman-forward the space is while at the same time being a safe space for even non-queer allies. The all-gender bathrooms were clean, and as a trans person, made the entire public restroom experience feel so much less intimidating than it normally would be! Now the food. I am in love. We got the Ghost Tequila BBQ wings, the Topped & Loaded Buffalo Chicken Fries, and the Cheeseburger eggrolls. They didn't take long to get to the table, and everything was so fresh, crispy, and perfectly sauced. I've been to so many places here in SD where you get food that is half the quality of GG & almost half the price. I normally don't order wings from anywhere because I'm used to getting skimped on size, but ours had so much meat on the bone! The topped & loaded fries made me want to get topped & loaded by the beautiful hands that sauced them up. Chicken was indeed incredibly crispy! The cheeseburger eggrolls were the wild card for us. Packed with meat, the flavor was super interesting & not what I was expecting-- without the sauce they were a 7, but the sauce brings them up to an 8.5! Drinks were also so good! My partner is obsessed with the Pussy Punch, I found myself falling in love with the Sultry Snatch Smash. The muddled blackberries & mint created a beautiful balanced flavor, and the isn't overwhelmingly sweet by any means. Embarrassing to say, but we enjoyed the food, atmosphere, and service so much that we came back the very next night with friends and ordered the exact same things again. Food was consistent which is so important. I am definitely looking forward to my next visit

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    Fiona C.

    Aubrey was iconic and the arnold palm-her was absolutely delicious definitely check this out! Total vibes, great service, and great drinks!

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    Alejandra B.

    Every time I'm in San Diego with my girl, we come here. It's always a good time, we either hang out on the swings or the tables by where the dj plays. I love the atmosphere. Definitely gotta come here on karaoke night which I think is on Thursdays? I'm too shy to get out there and sing, but it seems San Diego has some pretty good talent out there.

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    Liv is the best bartender, we love going to her for our drinks. Strong but delicious! Vibes are always there.

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    Ask the Community - Gossip Grill

    What is the age restriction here?

    Hello Bebe, we allow all ages at our restaurant which closes at 10pm most evenings. After 10pm for nightclub, or during special events we are 21+. So if you’d like to bring your family and have kids that’s totally fine during the weekdays or for… Read more

    Where would you recommend parking?

    Hello! We have lots of paid street parking up and down all of University Ave. If most of the parking is taken, you can also park in the neighborhoods surrounding the area, a block Southwest of University Ave.

    Is the Sunday sinful brunch a drag brunch?

    Hi Jen, We do have Drag Brunch on certain Sundays, but not every Sunday. You can take a look at our events lineup on our website :) Drag Brunch will specifically be mentioned… Read more

    Is there a dress code?

    Not that I was aware... I've seen tennis shoes, flip flops...etc

    Are Caturday events 18+?

    Hi! Our Saturday night events are 21+ :)

    Is there outside seating and are dogs allowed if there is outside seating?

    Yes there is outside seating and I would imagine dogs are welcome since it's outdoor

    Is bingo night 21+ or open to all ages?

    Hello Jason! Bingo is all ages as long as an adult is present. But just an FYI- our Drag Host's style isn't very kid friendly. She's got a serious potty mouth so just keep that in mind ;)

    Is this bar 18+?

    We are also a restaurant so guests under 21 are welcome to dine during restaurant hours, excluding special 21+ events :) Our Kitchen closes around 10pm every evening.

    What is the difference between standard and bar seating in your reservation system?

    One will be sat at the Bar and one will be sat at a Dining Table :)

    Until what time is brunch served on Saturdays? Thanks!

    Hi Amanda! We serve Brunch Sat & Sun from 10am-2pm :)

    Is there a dance floor?

    Yes!

    What time does the kitchen close?

    10pm :)

    Is brunch everyday or just on the weekends?

    Hi! We serve Brunch only on the weekends for the time being, but we might start serving Brunch on Mondays again in the future!

    Hi, what items on your menu can be made gluten free?

    Well my favorite things there are their deviled eggs. They usually change them every month. I am obsessed. I'm sure those are gluten free.

    My friend from Columbia is visiting and she's 21+ can she get in with her Columbia's ID?

    I doubt it, but since she's visiting from Columbia, if she brings her passport I bet that would work!

    Are there any Gluten Free options?

    Currently we do not have gluten free options.

    Are there any vegan options for brunch?

    Hello, While we have a few vegetarian options on the brunch menu, we do not have anything that would be considered Vegan. Best of luck!

    Is there a dress code for the bombshells and bowties event?

    Hello Yvette, We generally say this event is a "dress to impress" event. We have some people in suits, some more so in business casual, so whatever that phrase means to you,… Read more

    Is there Happy hour here? On food too?

    We do have lunch time specials.

    Fans of women's soccer? The Portland Thorns are playing the Seattle Reign soon, can a few soccer fans come in and watch? (Game will be shown on Lifetime).

    Yes, you should be able to request one of the TV's in our bar to be put on that channel. Quimby will more than likely be the bartender and she'll be glad to help.

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