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The Rabbit Hole

3.8 (1.1k reviews)
ModerateBars, New American
Closed 12:00 pm - 1:00 am (Next day)
Updated 2 months ago

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Jessica L.

Came here with a friend just for a couple of drinks and was reminded why I've always liked this spot. Drinks are solid , nice without being overly "upscale," so it keeps that casual, fun vibe. The indoor/outdoor setup is perfect for a beautiful San Diego day, and the atmosphere just pulls you in. What really stood out this time was the music , totally catered to millennials with all the nostalgic jams that had us vibing the whole time. It felt fun, familiar, and made the whole experience even better. Definitely a place I'll keep in mind when I want good drinks, good vibes, and a little throwback soundtrack.

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Darryl N.

Arrived late on a rainy day after a street fair was packing up. The place is more bar oriented and it was busy. Even though we could see empty seating, we had to wait about 15 minutes for a seat without reservations. Loud and lots of sports fans for the TV show. We wanted the flat bread, but they were sold out. The beer was good, limited wine options, but some good cocktails. ended up sharing Poke Nachos and another appetizer. Staff were very busy and kept up, but often would yell as they passed by instead of coming to our table. It was ok, the food was better than expected and had more options. I could see how this may be overwhelming when they have live music or weekends. It is not upscale, it is casual and local feel. Indoor and street seating. Parking may be very crazy and limited. Best for drinks, food and Sports or live music.

Martha W.

Great place to watch football with their many TV's. Atmosphere is cool. Service is always great. The food is also very good. In particular their dry rub wings are the bomb. They are dog friendly for the front tables and they have an open air vibe with the large windows up front open.

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Pete T.

We were hanging out in Normal Heights with a group of friends celebrating a birthday. The Rabbit Hole was our first gathering spot. Becky and I had heard good things about the place. It lived up to the hype. Upon walking in we were immediately impressed. The place is pretty damn huge. Booths lining the walls, four tops galore and a great front patio. The entire front of the building opens up with giant "garage door" roll-up doors. It was a beautiful San Diego Saturday, so we found a spot on the patio to accommodate all 10 of us. Service was bit slow at first, but there were just two women working the entire place and one was the bartender, so it was all up to Leya (not sure if I spelled her name correctly) to handle the rest. It was pretty busy too for 11:30 in the morning. After our initial wait and order, Leya was spot on. We were never left waiting. It was mostly just drinks for everyone, but Bex and I ordered wings for the group. We chose the Jalapeño Garlic Butter with sides of ranch and bleu cheese for dipping. WOW! Fantastic wings! Some of the best we've had anywhere. So flavorful with a great char on them and a nice heat from the Jalapeño. We loved that they were dry rubbed and not dripping with sauce. Jalapeño-y, garlicky goodness! We don't find ourselves in Normal Heights very often. I have a feeling that might change. See you at the Rabbit Hole! Dry-Rubbed Wings $14.00/6 wings$22.00/12 wings Our Semi-Famous Dry-Rubbed Wings. Choose from Jalapeño Garlic Butter, Lemon Pepper or Garlic Parmesan.

Ace D.

The Rabbit Hole in Normal Heights is a fantastic spot with a quirky, inviting vibe that makes it stand out in the neighborhood. The drinks are creative and well crafted, and the food menu offers a fun mix of flavorful options that pair perfectly with a night out. The service is friendly and attentive, adding to the overall welcoming atmosphere. The cozy yet lively space makes it a great spot for catching up with friends or enjoying a casual date night. Whether you're there for the cocktails, the bites, or just the unique ambiance, The Rabbit Hole delivers a memorable experience.

5 Cheese Mac
Brian D.

First off, there is only street parking, so you may need to park down the street. Also, there are parking lots close by, but don't park there or you may get towed. The place has a good bar type vibe with high top seating throughout and some seating around a small fire pit outside. We were seated promptly and had our drink and food orders taken right away. We ordered various wings, the sweet corn elite and 5 cheese mac. The food came out pretty quickly and all of it tasted great. The lemon pepper dry rub wings are very lemony and peppery lol. The only issue we had, which wasn't really as issue, was we ordered the elote dip, which comes with tortilla chips, but what we got was a side of sweet corn elote, that doesn't come with chips. We asked about it and they were willing to give us chips and switch it out, but we elected to just stay with what we got. Make sure if you want one or the other, that you clarify because I can see how it gets confused. Other than the at, everything was great, the service, the food and the atmosphere. Even after we finished our group hung around to chat, and they were cool with that (the place wasn't full, so we weren't taking up tables). When I'm in the area again, I will definitely eat here. The servers were all so friendly and it's just an inviting place.

Bloody Mary

Excellent bloody marys and great service too!! Nice ambiance with the patio seating!!

Maria D.

I recently visited The Rabbit Hole for a friends birthday. Unfortunately, I didn't get to try the food but it definitely looked delicious! They have a big selection of drinks, they're very pricey though! So keep that in mind. We went on a Friday so the had live music, and wow! The band was amazing!!! Make sure to bring earplugs if you're too sensitive to the loud noise because it gets pretty loud! The service was okay, as you may expect, they get pretty busy so they take a while sometimes. Overall a good place! I will definitely come back!

Marcie L.

I stopped by on a Monday night around 7 PM for their free bingo event. The place has a great vibe with indoor seating, a front patio, a back patio, and a solid bar right in the center. Service was excellent! Our waitress checked in on us regularly. They have a good beer selection too. They also have a dog menu with a chicken or beef patty. I ordered the ahi poke tuna bowl based on our waitress's recommendation, but unfortunately, it was pretty bad. It was drenched in sauce, which made it taste heavy and low-quality. I could barely eat it. That said, this is still a fun spot overall. Street parking can be hit or miss, but it's usually just a short walk. Worth stopping in for a drink and the atmosphere.

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Ozzy A.

Came for some food,drinks, and watch the basketball game with some friends. The Calamari and cheese curds seemed like small portions for their price. We joked at the table that they were European portions. The pretzel lived up to it's name. The food itself was ok, that's about it. As far as drinks everyone got beers and they were solid. Service was slow, but to be fair they were pretty slammed. Parking can be a bit of a pain for the area, but not impossible. I would only suggest this place for happy hour and that's about it.

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I got a sandwich here. Good live music! I went for a the street fair. Not the best service

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Great place great atmosphere Hanna was super amazing and we had a fantastic time for my moms birthday

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Amazing service from Tia! So friendly and quick! Good vibes and drinks also. Will be back

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My 50 year old friend didn't get in with an expired ID. She's literally 50. This is crazy. However, the server was great. Tim, not so much.

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The last time I went to your establishment was for an afternoon game, a year ago. I gotta say, it was hard to focus on said game, with all the DJ club music being played, intermittently. Is that still a thing you do? thank you.

Hi Teresa, we do play music during the games.

Will you be showing the Packers game this Sunday, the 13th?

Hi there, we will have the game on a few of our screens but not all since we try to show all NFL games.

Do you have gluten free or gluten reduced menu items?

Hi there, our gluten-free options include our GF bun for any sandwich, corn tortillas for tacos, wings, salads, and elote dip.

Are you dog friendlyat lunch time?

Yes! Dogs are allowed on our patio and must stay on their leash and with their owner.

There was an outgoing message about masks when I tried to make a reservation. Not sure if it's an outdated message. Are masks currently still required there?

No, masks are not required to dine with us. Thank you!

Is this kid friendly?

We are family-friendly before 9PM.

Do you have bottomless mimosas?

No, we do not.

Do you play ufc fights?

Yes, we occasionally show the fights. If we are, we will share promotions for it on our website and social media pages.

Do you ever have a wing special or does the happy hour specials include a discount on wings?

We currently do not have a wing special or wings on our happy hour menu.

Do y'all still have happy hour?

Yes, Monday through Friday from 5-7PM

Are kids allowed?

Yes

Do they play sound for Monday Night Football games?

Yes, we do!

What day/time is trivia night?

Trivia is every Wednesday starting at 7PM. Prizes for top 3 teams!

Is there a server or do we order food at the bar? And what time do you stop serving food?

Hi Angela, if you are sitting at the bar you can order food from the bartender. All other areas you will order from a server. Kitchen closes at 10pm on Friday and Saturday, and we offer a modified late night menu Sunday through Thursday until… Read more

Is this a Philadelphia Eagles bar?

NO. As of 9/12/21 it is not an Eagles Bar as the owners moved to PB. We went for the first game of the season and they had the game on 2 TVs, one outside in the sun and one at the endcap of the bar, so anyone not sitting at the end of the bar we're… Read more

I don't have my ID, is that going to be an issue on a Saturday after a certain time?

Hi David, after 9PM we switch to 21+. You will need proper identification after that time to be let in.

Will you guys be showing the UFC fights tonight?

Unfortunately, no we will not be showing the UFC fights tonight.

Are you showing the UFC fights tonight?

Sorry, but we will not be showing the fights tonight.

Do they show UFC fights?

They have in the past

What time does the kitchen close on a thursday?

Hi Mylee! Our dinner menu stops at 10pm and our late night menu stops at midnight.

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Good News Bar - Cool main bar with the best BARTENDERS!

Cool main bar with the best BARTENDERS!

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They have merch here. My friend loved it so much she bought a sweater.

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