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    The Search Bar

    3.9 (314 reviews)
    Open 3:00 pm - 9:00 PM
    Updated 2 weeks ago

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    Moderate noise
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    Tri Tip Fries
    Alyssa S.

    Our family of about 25 visited and we had the best service by the whole house but our server Jackie was amazing! The food came out fast and was so delicious! Everyone enjoyed the food, drinks and music ! Can't wait to go back :)

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    Becky G.

    It's Been a while since i last visited, but we stopped in for a quick dinner and everything hit the spot. It wasn't busy and our server was prompt and provided good service. The place is big and the bar has a lot of searing. My Michelada was really good and the baby burger sliders with fries were absolutely delicious.

    Review your bills before processing payment. I asked if they had natural grapefruit, the bartender said yes it's freshly squeezed. It came back bright pink and from a bottle, the bartender said she would remove it from my tab as we didn't drink it and charged us anyway after I had asked for an itemized she decided to process payment first and then give us a reciept after asking twice. Check your receipts !

    Jillian N.

    Awesomeness! Stopped by after a long day at work for happy hour! Little Kayla made it a great time! Our drinks, the tóxicos, were prepared like magical concoctions that hit the spot perfectly. Service was amazing and the bar had a good ambiance. We will come back!

    Vincent C.

    I usually come here with Wifey because she likes the food and I like all the TV's. The drinks are very solid and they have a decent beer selection. The service is pretty chill and we never had an issue with it. I love their specials and their happy hour!!!! The restaurant is spacious and they have a big bar to watch the games!!!

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    Leland S.

    A social led me here, here was my experience. AMBIANCE: Parking: Plaza parking so there is plenty of it. Seating: Lots of this too! Outdoors, patio, and a private room too. Vibes: Chula Vista is a pretty chill spot. It's not a touristy spot but a spot adored by the locals. The mall here is nice with a bunch of shops, restaurants, and activities such as K1 cart racing. The spot itself is large but currently in works as you can still see it being rennovated. Great place to escape your regular work day such as catching up with a friend, a game, or some entertainment. FOOD: Search Platter + Sliders (Recommended) Indecisive? Yeah, me too. I enjoyed every flavor of this plate. All entrés were good. The totsand onion rings were good and crunchy. The sliders were decent. The wings were probably my favorite with the search sauce wings being the most memorable mirroring Hooter's signature buttery hot sauce. CUSTOMER SERVICE: Awesome! Great people - friendly and attentive. TL; DR OVERALL: 4 Stars. Great! Good selections, delicious food, and fun vibes - like a Dave & Busters or Applebees but with a more local feel. If you're in the area and looking for a spot to catch a game or chill out, this is a good spot. TIPS: * Check their website for daily specials - food and events!

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    Michelle L.

    Search Bar is a great spot for a relaxed, casual dining experience; especially if you enjoy a lively, sports-bar atmosphere that still feels welcoming for families. The space is huge, with plenty of room to spread out, and it's lined with tons of TV screens, making it an ideal place to watch games with friends. The servers are attentive and friendly, which adds to the overall positive experience. Their menu offers good-quality bar food that's satisfying and well done. One nice bonus is that Search Bar is family-friendly, with a dedicated area that includes a few arcade games to keep kids entertained. The large bar area adds energy, while the massive event spaces make it a great option for parties and group gatherings. With plenty of parking and a variety of seating options, Search Bar is an easy, comfortable choice for casual dining, game days, or family outings.

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    Food was soooooo good, especially the fish and chips. Make sure you bring your appetite, big portions, especially the fish and chips.

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    Kolade O.

    I came here for the Bubba Sparxxx and Petey Pablo concert and it was an unforgettable night. The vibe at Search Bar was electric from start to finish. The sound system was crisp and powerful which made the performances feel larger than life while still keeping the lyrics clear. The venue itself is the perfect size. It is intimate enough to feel connected to the artists but big enough to host an energetic crowd. The staff kept everything organized and flowing smoothly from the door check in to the bar service. I really appreciated how attentive and friendly the bartenders were even with a packed house. The crowd was hyped and the performances were on fire. The whole experience was nothing short of amazing. Chula Vista needed a spot like this for live shows and Search Bar delivered. I will definitely be back for future events because this place knows how to put on a show. Would you like me to also make a shorter version for quick-read Yelp users, or keep it as this full detailed one?

    Tarrah C.

    Great food, love the tri-tip nachos. Wonderful service. They have great comedy shows and live artist. Def must come and check them out!

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    Rebekah H.

    My friends have been trying to get me here for the longest, and I finally made it! Search bar is super chill and pretty spacious. All the staff seem pretty cool and friendly. I wasn't too hungry so I just opted for a margarita with sugar rim. And that was a pretty good margarita! I was pretty happy with it. My husband got a burrito and chips that he very much so enjoyed. I also got to try some fries from my friend and those fries were pretty good! Overall I'm down to come again for drinks, and I'll probably try the food next time!

    Robert C.

    We found this place on Yelp as it was close to the gym our team was playing in. They accommodated our 25+ party on very shorty notice. Thru gave us options for multiple tickets too. The server was efficient and friendly getting our drinks and food order in. We had cold beer, constantly refilled ice water, and quick turnaround on our food orders. The food was good, not awesome, but a step above sports bar food. Their tater tots were really good. The arcade area was a hit afterwards too. Thanks for the good time!

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    Best DJ in San Diego, incredibly inTune with his inner self as well as the customer base of Chula Vista San Diego

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    Very mid food and service. Usually empty. This is just a place u come to drink at with a large group of people.

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    Tonight we had family dinner here at Common Theory Chula Vista. This place is so great. When we…read morearrived, Happy Hour (3p-6p) was ending but the place was so packed. This is always a great sign. The manager, Ben, is awesome. He greeted us and added us to the waitlist. We were seated after 10mins of waiting in a great spot. Our favorite server, Nathan, is a lead now. We were seated in Matt's area and he was our server. Nathan came by to say hi and greet us, this is excellent customer service here. Matt was also great and customer service oriented and he took our order for table apps and drinks. The ambiance here is fun, family friendly, cool, and good vibes all around. They have a DJ some Saturdays. There are also very cool theme nights. Tonight was "Wing Wednesday". I posted a photo of the theme nights. For example, Thursday is Teachers 15% Discount Day and Karaoke. The walls, seating, and table decor is very nice. The design element here is wonderful. Our food: Bulgogi Fries App for the table starter, Fish and Chips, Chicken Katsu Plate, Side Order of Garlic Fried Rice, And 10 (4 Salted Pepper, 2 BBQ, 2 Sweet Chili, 2 Buffalo) of the $2 each wings. The food was great! The vibe is awesome, and the overall experience was great. We also got a chance to talk to Ben the Manager, Nathan the lead server, and Matt our server tonight. They all came to check on us to make sure that everything was going well in our dining experience. We HIGHLY recommend stopping here to enjoy a great dining experience.

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    I've discovered a fascinating business model at this Einstein Bagels location: a bagel shop that…read moreroutinely runs out of bagels. Last time I came in, about half the normal bagels were already gone. But don't worry -- the "premium" bagels that cost extra were fully stocked. You know, the ones that are basically just fancy rolls pretending to be bagels. Funny how the only bagels that survive the morning rush are the ones with the surcharge. So today I tried a new strategy: show up right when they open. Ten minutes after opening... they were already out of several bagels again. Which raises the obvious question: how does a bagel shop run out of bagels ten minutes after opening? When I asked if they had more in the back, one employee said she'd check. Another employee quietly told her they were "holding them in the back." So apparently some of the bagels are being hoarded in the back for employees or their friends while customers are told they're out. That would certainly explain why half the selection is mysteriously gone the moment the doors open. I ended up just walking out. Honestly, it might have been for the best. The last time I actually bought bagels here, they were dry and disappointing. At this point I'll save myself the trip and just buy Dave's Killer Bread bagels at the store. At least the grocery store doesn't operate a bagel black market in the back room. No wonder this place only has about a 3-star rating.

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