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    The Rooftop Bar

    3.9 (595 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)
    Updated 2 months ago

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    A carved dolphin sculpture in the bar area
    Amanda M.

    Visited the Rooftop Bar in Oceanside for some drinks on a beautiful Saturday. It was busy but we were able to get a table, enjoy some drinks with excellent service and then wander over to the bar to visit with the bartenders. Sitting at the bar was a lot of fun, we enjoyed how pretty the bar was, how friendly and personable the bartenders were and how delicious the drinks were. The view here is unmatched, it's worth paying the price for slightly pricey drinks just to drink in the view for a while. Just simply enter the lobby of the Marriott and ride the elevator to the top floor and visit the hostess. Let her know I sent you for absolutely no discount on anything but the view.

    Sunset cliffs
    Heather H.

    This place is a vibe for sure. I loved the decor and ambiance. The fire place was nice and the breeze from the window was refreshing. We sat at the bar so we didnt get to enjoy the beach view but it was still nice. The drinks were very tasty and the bar tenders were professional. The drinks were made right in front of us. We had a good time.

    Me and my girl chillen
    Allen P.

    Came here for New Year's Eve I had such a blast I'm a San Diego beach guy thru and thru So the rooftop area was killer the view The vibes were really chill even for new years and I didint feel like I was ever uncomfortable or being over charged thanks

    Carmen V.

    Such a wonderful place to celebrate a happy hour for my birthday, Invited by my bestie. The best rooftop views for sure. The pool area is the place to be, the music vibes are another level and nothing like a fall asleep there while listening to the hypnotic sounds and in the background the sound of the waves. What a great life feeling is what you feel at The Rooftop. We got some beers and the eggplant spread of crudites, olives and cheese and the fries and all was great. Servers were attentive and very nice..all excellent.

    Oysters
    Megan S.

    Service here can be spotty but this visit it was good. The shareables are a great option for a group and the food is good. It's pricey but I expect that since it's attached to the hotel. They have a summer concert series that we will check out. It's a pretty setup up and the views are great.

    Our view from the pool area
    Esther D.

    If you can get a table with a view, it's amazing: especially at sunset. The servers are always friendly. We usually get shareables to eat, and we have liked everything we've tried.

    Love love love the rooftop i have some of the best memories there, they have amazing bartenders, music , drinks , the food is alright but everything else makes up for it , one funny story about my last visit is that this chic tried to swipe my purse.. basically me and my friend were at the bar and when we left I left my purse there by accident, when i realized it had been about 5-10 mins we ran back up just to catch her in the act shame on her girls don't leave your purse behind and to this girl i say guuuuurrrll not cool

    Josie C.

    Beautiful views and food with character! Came for a birthday weekend getaway and absolutely enjoyed the personable customer service by Austin at the Rooftop Bar. Food was delicious, drinks were strong...spectacular views! Bliss!

    Shrimp toast (SO DELICIOUS!)
    Katrina J.

    We purchased daypasses to the rooftop pool at the Mission Pacific Hotel on Sunday and ordered some small plates and drinks on our visit. Our server for the whole day was Noah, and HUGE props to that young man!! He was always one step ahead of us asking for ANYTHING and that was on top of being completely swamped with guests. He was fun, energetic, professional, and so well versed with their offerings which was a big reason why our first ever visit was one to remember and one to keep us coming back. Thank you Noah, we hope to see you again soon at the pool & we hope that you get recognition you deserve for outstanding service! Now, to the food and drinks! We ordered the seafood tower, bottle of sparkling rose and laphroaig on the rocks to start. The seafood tower... well... it was as fresh tasting as it gets. The accouterments were superb in pairing with the oysters... and the tuna tartare as well as the marinated sea bass were absolutely delicious especially paired with the perfectly seasoned tarot root chips. After the rose disappeared, I ordered the Teramar cocktail and it was what you would imagine should be drank poolside. A perfect balance of sweet, sour and tropical all in one. Later I ordered 3 (or 4 I don't remember haha) of the winter glow. Now, I dont like vanilla flavored adult beverages, but I saw it had earl grey tea, and I was intrigued. Well safe to say... I really really like it. It was like nothing ive had before and soooo smooth for what was in it. Definitely give that one a try! We also ordered the chicken sando and shrimp toast. The chicken sando was perfect, but the shrimp toast? Chefs kiss! I could eat that all day if you let me. Again, I have to say that Noah made our experience so much better... and although it was SO very busy, he did his absolute best to communicate slow downs happening at the bar and just made sure we knew we were never being forgotten. My boyfriend, his mom, and myself were and are still blown away. We will 100% be back, hopefully on a more regular basis. This place is exactly the hype everyone states online. Its gorgeous in all parts of its property, and the service you get is top notch. Make sure to give this spot a try!!! And I hope you get the pleasure of being served by Noah on your visit. Make sure to take a look at my photos! I made sure to take a photo of all pages of the menu along with our orders.

    Perfect to watch the sunset.
    Ghina P.

    Views views views! I was on a statecation with my best friend when we discovered this place. The Rooftop Bar has a wonderful view of the Oceanside Pier. The food menu is a bit limited but great for small bites and to enjoy the sunset. The drinks arw very good and the service is good. Things to consider 1. Its a short walking distance from the boardwalk 2. Great for sunset views

    Grilled shrimp is not on the menu but ask for it!! Awesome!!
    Deb J.

    The atmosphere and the service was fantastic!! The food was so delicious! Our servers were Kyle and Jack! They were very attentive!!

    Cocktails
    Peggy S.

    Planned a friend's birthday party here and the vibe was amazing. The bar staff was helpful in getting our large reservation set up and the servers were very attentive/friendly. We got an outdoor space with a few tables near the pool and it was a great atmosphere. The space was pretty big inside and had both indoor/outdoor areas. The music was good too. The food options were a bit limited here so we focused on drinks. It can be pricey but the view and ambiance is what you pay for.

    Our server live, ask for her when you go in!
    Bell M.

    I came here with my wife for sunset, we ordered a Mezze platter and our server, Liv suggested we pair it with a bottle of duck horn. It was delicious. They have a very wide selection of liquors and wine. I recommend the steak and prawns with the mezze! The combination was amazing. Food was top tier and high quality. The cocktails took a little while but I must say service made up for the wait. Liv gave us a comedy show on top of excellent service. The entire staff elevated the experience. Who you hire makes or breaks your business and there is something special about the crew that works here. We couldn't stop laughing and Liv made our evening that much better. The ambiance was wonderful. We sat by the glass in very comfortable chairs and stared at the ocean for hours. I will definitely be back!

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    All of the above I'll give it all the stars !! nice view their very accommodating the pool area is nice

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    Ask the Community - The Rooftop Bar

    Is it kid friendly?

    We've brought our kids here (6/7 yo on our first visit). It was great.

    What oysters are currently being served (november '23)? Last time I was here it was the Cape Cods and looking to enjoy them again.

    Do they have gift certificates/cards?

    Is there a happy hour menu?

    No We asked that yesterday They do not have one

    Hello, do you think on a Friday afternoon we'd be able to enjoy the bar without a reservation?

    Nobody is there You should be fine

    Do you have a kids' menu on the rooftop?

    Hi Adrienne, we do have kids offerings; which includes chicken tenders, quesadilla, and steak tacos

    Is a reservation required?

    There's an upper level (by the bar) and a lower level for seating. You don't need one for the upper level, but you will need one for the lower level if you want to sit down on a busy weekend afternoon.

    Is there a happy hour?

    Hey there. There isn’t a happy hour yet. But possibly in the future!

    Are dogs allowed on Rooftop Bar?

    Yes we are dog friendly at the rooftop! :)

    Do accept reservations? Do you have music? What time do you close? Thank you,…

    Hi Alicia, We do currently accept reservations. If you go to the Mission Pacific Hotel website and scroll down to The Rooftop Bar, there is a link to our reservation portal… 

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    With so many places to imbibe in Oceanside, I realize how competitive these places have to be to…read morestay in business so I have to admit, my standards are fairly high. My husband and I stopped in to Frankie's on a recent Saturday at 5pm. Our kiddo had a performance down the street at 6pm so we had a little time to kill beforehand. The neighboring spots looked busy so we decided to go with Frankie's, seeing as they were less inundated at the time and we had a time constraint. Another allure was the sandwich board at the front door advertising discounted cocktails - sold!! Inside there were a handful of patrons at the bar, another table with two additional patrons and maybe a couple on the patio so it was fairly quiet and slow, so it looked promising. We headed up to the bar and hung out behind two empty barstools, the single female bartender greeted us and said she'd be right with us, but then continued chatting up the seated patrons, serving them and their friends that had just joined (AFTER we'd arrived). We moved a little further down to the handoff area where she was making drinks to save her having to come back to us again, and stood there for probably 10 minutes while she took orders and made all the drinks. We commented that she looked like she could definitely use a hand, and she said they were still adjusting into summer hours and determining whether more coverage was needed at this time - I figured 5pm on a Saturday should be primetime, so I'm not sure in what universe having a single bartender makes any sense. Finally we placed our cocktail orders, waited while they were made, and then put our card down for the tab. After we'd paid, I noticed the cocktails were more expensive than advertised on the sandwich board out front - I couldn't find a disclaimer anywhere that said only certain cocktails were included, so while it was a bummer I wasn't about to wait another 10-15 minutes to catch her attention and ask for clarification. Just a heads up to beware of whatever is advertised that might summon you in from the sidewalk, and make sure you ask before you make your selection. Drinks were very subpar, nothing special to write home about. While I can appreciate the Gatsby-esque vibe they're trying to uphold at Frankie's, they really should increase their staffing especially during prime weekend and evening hours, and be more transparent about their specials and what's included and what's not. Hindsight is 20/20, and the low volume of patrons when everything else around it was going off was probably a sign, so we'll skip Frankie's our next go around.

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    We got here just in time for sunset and the amazing view. The bartender was super friendly and…read moreaccommodating. It wasn't a very busy evening, there were only a few other patrons at the time so we were able to get nice seats looking out towards the beach. My friend and I each ordered a cocktail that was cute but weren't amazing flavor wise. I had decided some fish tacos sounded great for dinner and found out that they were actually on special for taco Tuesday, score! $6 each, don't mind if I do. The tacos were delicious and refreshing, 2 was the perfect amount for me. My friend opted for the poke bowl which she said she enjoyed but it did have quite a bit of spice so be aware. This was such a cute spot I loved the ambience and I will be back, maybe try a different drink next time.

    I've been wanting to come here since I first heard about it last year. Well, I'm happy to say, it…read moredid not disappoint! My husband and I came on Monday night to enjoy a couple of drinks at sunset, and lemme tell you, it was the perfect spot. It's a few blocks from the beach, but you can see the ocean. And watching the gorgeous sunset with a well-made cocktail in hand was the perfect end to our day. We ordered at the bar and had the Mango Guava Spritz and the Miami Pound Machine. They both came in large glasses and were well worth the price. Nice presentation and both were delicious and not too sweet. Just the right amount of alcohol, too, in my opinion. I loved the vibe up there. They had heaters on and cute umbrellas and lighting. It's just a fabulous spot on top of the Brick Hotel. I will definitely be back when I'm in Oceanside again.

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    Mission Ave Bar and Grill is basically the type of place that says, "just one drink," and suddenly…read moreit's three hours later, you've made new friends, and you're emotionally attached to the Peanut butter stuffed french toast. From the juicy breakfast Burger to the dangerously good country benefit and spicy blood orange, everything feels a little too easy to fall in love with. The cozy atmosphere and friendly staff make it feel like your favorite neighborhood hangout -- even if it's your first time there. Honestly, if good food, great cocktails, and happy vibes had a love language... this place would be fluent. What I got: Peanut butter stuffed french toast $16 Country Benedict $17 Breakfast burger $18 Arnold Palmer Spicy blood orange $10

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