Everything was absolutely delicious and our server Emi was amazing! He made the best recommendations, the service was excellent and we could not have asked for better service, better meal, and a better experience. Right across the street from our hotel. Highly recommend the Spot. Ask for Emi, he is the best! read more

My friend chose this spot as her birthday dinner and I'd never been before. The interior is a bit on the dark side and not what I'd typically picture for La Jolla. I was excited to see a steak meal for under $30 so I jumped on the flat iron. It comes with a choice of two sides so I chose the side salad with ranch and garlic parmesan fries. No complaints with the meal. read more

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Great service! But too expensive.. would rather go somewhere else for the same experience but cheaper prices. I get it, it's La Jolla but if you're trying to be a dive bar, BE A DIVE BAR. TLDR; Good spot, too expensive. read more

I don't normally write reviews, but we had such a pleasant experience I just HAD to come back to share! My husband and I came to The Spot for the World Cup Final and showed up around 10:45 AM to find a pretty long line already forming. When the doors opened at 11, we were greeted and promptly seated by a lovely woman named Kat. Right away, she kindly explained that because of how busy they were, we would need to continue ordering in order to keep our table. Completely understandable considering it was the WORLD CUP FINAL! We also noticed they had signage throughout the restaurant explaining the same policy, so expectations were very clear from the start. My husband and I own a restaurant ourselves, so we tend to notice the little things when we're out. We were both so impressed watching Kat run around the entire restaurant making sure everyone was taken care of, refilling waters, checking on tables, helping the staff, and jumping in wherever she was needed. And somehow doing all of it in heels! Since there were only two of us and we were seated at a four-top, they occasionally sat other guests in the two empty seats at our table. Kat asked us every single time if we were comfortable sharing before seating anyone, which we really appreciated. It was incredibly busy, so we completely understood them wanting to make use of every available seat. Our server, Ryan, was also wonderful and attentive, especially considering how packed the place was! At one point, we watched Kat have to ask the table next to us to leave after they had closed out their check and apparently planned on staying for the rest of the game without ordering anything else. They were extremely rude to her and even shoved the booth table as they were getting up, which was completely unnecessary. She handled the entire interaction calmly and professionally despite their behavior. As restaurant owners ourselves, we know how difficult situations like that can be, especially during a huge event when you have people waiting outside for a table. And the food!! We had their pizza and it was TO DIE FOR!!! Seriously so good. Between the food, the service, and how well the staff handled such an insanely busy day, we had a fantastic experience. Kat and Ryan were great, and we will absolutely be coming back to The Spot next time we're in town! read more

Such a cool bar in La Jolla, perfect for Sunday football! They have an extensive menu, the calamari and sweet potato fries were delicious and great quality. I got a cucumber martini which was fine, but the overall vibes and atmosphere of the place were 10/10 read more

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This was a lucky find! We initially planned to go to another restaurant but it was too crowded and we just wanted something more chill so we can talk. The spot looked like that place and so we walked in, promptly greeted and seated. We sat at the table pretty close to the bar and our server told us that we can just order our drinks and food at the bar. A big selection of drinks, from margaritas to classic cocktails and beers. I really enjoyed the spicy margarita and the old-fashioned is not bad. For the food, I highly highly recommend the deep dish pizza (and onion rings for the apps). They have a personal sized deep dish pizza, which is perfect for one person. It's gooey, cheesy and doesn't sacrifice on taste just because it's a cheesy piece of pie. read more

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Good location near the cove. Not far away from the beautiful shores of La Jolla. We were able to get open seating right away at the bar just after 2 PM. Started off with a cold beer after spending the day at the beach. Atmosphere was relaxed, decor set to a sports bar tavern theme. (see video) Menu has lots to offer. We ordered their calamari appetizer which we found to be fresh, crispy and delicious. The staff didn't start off to engaging until we got a good conversation going with the bartender. It was actually his first day (after moving up from bar- backing). That made for a great "ice beaker" as my son is also a bartender. After that, we told him where were we from and then another server said his sister lived in the same exact area as us. So, these employees bumped up the rating to the 5 stars experience. Bravo This is a place we would revisit and explore more of the menu. The Spot offers pub fare such as wings, mac n cheese, burgers, pizza, etc. Their know for their signature Chicago-style deep-dish pizza, happy hour specials and late night options too! read more

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We were happy with our drinks and food. Seating outside is nice with some view of the ocean, sunset sky and palm trees. Service were good and prompt. We usually came here for quick drinks and appetizers, and happy that the food here is great. Convenient location after a walk near the Cove. read more

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This is "The Spot" when I'm in La Jolla. My hubby and I went to have lunch and we sat outside. Love the vibe, enjoyed my view and delicious fish and chips with garlic Parmesan fries. Our server was so kind and welcoming, food was served quickly and it was so delicious! I highly recommend. read more

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Needed some calories after taking a yoga class nearby, so I stopped into The Spot as there were a good amount of people dining inside. This place was meh. The service felt rushed and our server was kind of rude. The food came out fairly quickly though and baseball was playing, so I didn't really mind. Both the calamari and fried pickle chips were decent. They were both too salty in my opinion, but the dipping sauces helped to mask some of the saltiness. I also ordered the California cobb salad and added steak to it. The steak was cooked well. When I think back to this meal, it was just fine. read more

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We came here at prime time in La Jolla and it makes sense why the place was empty. It was scorching hot as soon as we sat down. The service wasn't great. Our server just didn't seem to want to be there and barely came around for an empty restaurant. The only thing that was good about this place was the food. It wasn't out of this world but it did the trick. The kids meals are huge but wish we were told that so the kids can split it. They brought out my tacos wrong and I had to wait an extra 10 minutes. Probably would not come back here. read more

What a fantastic place to watch football. Great craft beer selection and a beautiful outdoor patio with a TV outside. Inside, 8+ TV inside with a friendly bartending staff. read more

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Phenomenal service, beautiful location, parking is along the street, walking distance to the beach, best of everything. Awesome food, service truly is next level. Prices are super reasonable especially for this type of access and location. One of our favs! read more

Chose here for our first meal off of our resort and what a good choice it was! We all enjoyed our food and drinks... The other two chose fish tacos and I had pasta. Tables on the street made for a great unrushed afternoon. Wonderful service by everyone we encountered. read more

Pleasantly surprised by my dinner here! Flew into San Diego late on a Monday night and arrived around 9:30 pm to my hotel in La Jolla. I was starving but didn't want to eat junk so when I asked the bell hop what was still open they told me The Spot. I took a seat at the bar in the corner, sports bar vibes, decent amount of people sitting at the bar eating and drinking but the restaurant itself was empty aside from a table or two. The bartender was nice, I ordered the grilled mahi mahi fish tacos and they were really delicious. The person who brought the sauces out to me told me they were extremely spicy and I appreciated the warning. Good flavor, not too salty, definitely hit the Spot, ha, ha. read more

The spot is our favorite go-to place in La Jolla! The staff are so friendly and the cocktails are amazing. Favorites are the wings, potato skins, and Mac n cheese. Great place to host a wedding after party or event as well- have been to a bunch here. Great local bar! read more

Great customer service from the waitress and runners but the host seemed quite the opposite ( no smile just where would you like to sit and then put the menus down and turned around and left). Huge indoor seating area with outdoor seating as well. Plenty of food and drink options. Food was very flavorful, fresh water with huge portions. If you're in the area I would def recommend giving this place a try. read more

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Much to my surprise, I really liked this place. It has sports bar flair with sports bar food. We had the "Black and Blue Lamb Burger" and it was really good. Beer battered fries were great, too. Service was quick, very nice and accommodating. No complaints at all. Would definitely recommend. read more

Decent spot for food. I ordered a chili cheese dog with the chili on the side. The inside has a bit of a weird smell, kind of musty and damp. Our server was very nice! read more

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I've been coming to The Spot in La Jolla for years, and it's disappointing to see what it has become under the new ownership. What was once a cozy Irish-style pub with generous portions and a welcoming atmosphere has turned into an overpriced, noisy restaurant that seems more interested in cutting costs than taking care of loyal customers. On my most recent visit, I ordered the lamb chops. The portions were shockingly small, with very little meat on the bones. To make matters worse, the plate was piled high with onion rings, apparently to fill the empty space. In the past, the lamb chops use to be served with just a few crispy onions underneath the chops, allowing the main dish to be the star. Now it feels like the onions are there to distract from how little food you're actually getting. Prices have gone up significantly while portions and quality have gone down. The atmosphere has also changed dramatically. The warm, comfortable pub feel is gone, replaced by a loud, crowded environment that lacks the charm that made this place special. It's unfortunate to watch a longtime La Jolla favorite lose its identity. Loyal patrons deserved better. read more

Great food and drinks and service fun place to watch game and I love Jameson!! Going back again tonight!! Go padres and hope Jameson is there tonight too!!! read more

Nice to find casually normal sports bar ambience with good happy hour prices in La Jolla. Service was not as efficient as most places. I just had fried pickles. Pretty standard. No "wow" these are amazing moments. I suspect the same with other menu items. read more

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Came by on a Saturday night, Oui oui was great! Very attentive and friendly and the food was great!

The b*tchy French hostess with no awareness of how long a football game lasts at a sports bar has gotta go. Unnecessarily rude to paying customers. Other than that a great spot. read more

Walked by The Spot while killing time before my hair cut and decided to come back after. Such a great casual vibe and good prices for the area. They have a great selection of food and appetizers. We ordered a few things from the menu and everything was amazing. There was plenty of seating inside and out. The outside seating offered a great view. Sure we had to contend with a seagull or two for whose food it actually was but we ended up winning in the end. The service was great, she made sure we always had what we needed and was super nice. We will definitely be going back next time we are in the area. read more

The absolute worst experience I have ever had at any eating or drinking establishment and I am a woman of a certain age so this is not my first rodeo. I guess I will make a point of going on Yelp first and checking out the 1 star reviews next time before going to a place like this. Wow! My mind is blown. I went with a friend to watch the World Cup Final today. She got there a half hour before the game and got us seats at the bar. I had a difficult time finding parking and didn't arrive until almost 12:30. My friend told me she had been advised by a very bitchy, beyond rude staff member that she couldn't sit there without constantly ordering food and/or drink! She had ordered street tacos when she got there but went ahead and ordered a cocktail. She didn't like her drink so I was drinking it when I got there and then ordered sliders about 20 mins later. We shared them and she ordered another drink. Mind you we are there with a full house of people drinking and eating, like thousands of sports bars everywhere. This place does not typically get a crowd like that on Sunday. They should have been grateful that people chose to go there when they could go anywhere. Anyway, we were there to watch the game and have a fun day. That soon came to a halt 3/4 of the way through the game when blonde bitch leans over the bar and tells me to order more food and drinks or leave. I told her she's harassing us, that we did order food and drinks. She turned to review what we had purchased and then says "you ordered appetizers" with a snarky look on her face. I ordered off of the f*ing bar menu that was handed to me! I told her I was waiting for my friend to return from the restroom. I wanted to leave. I was sitting next to the waitress/waiter station and overheard the staff frequently talk shit about customers. Unbelievable!! Well, my friend ordered another drink to appease the blonde jerk. I told my friend I would be going on Yelp and that chick came over and told me if I was going to give a bad review, I could just leave. I told her I am watching the rest of the game. She then proceeds to take a red lid and stick on top of one of those number holders for tables and puts it in front of us. Meaning we were not to be served anymore! It's like I got a Red Card for standing up to her ridiculous behavior, LMFAO. What a miserable turd of a person. The game ended 15 minutes later. We went to pay our bill and it was $110. Psycho chick had added $25 to the bill for a "NO ORDERING FEE" even though my friend had ordered another drink. How much food and drinks are we supposed to consume? Do they expect you to only stay for part of the game? Next thing you know they will start charging an entrance fee. Honestly, I wish they had because that would have saved me a lot of aggravation since I would have left at the audacity to charge a fee when it's a sports bar to begin with. My sweet friend spoke with the bartender a bit about it and gave the tip directly to her even though I really feel they were all kind of in on it and due to that $25 "fee" I would not have left a tip. The staff really made you feel unwelcome from the get go, except for the nice kid who was helping out. There are some really great establishments in our beautiful city. This is not one of them. read more

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Came again on 09/06/25. Genuinely enjoyed our meal. However, two big complaints. 1. For the love of God, turn on your central AC. The overhead fans are not enough, I felt sweat dripping down my back as I was eating. 2. I've been ordering the espresso martini for years, not nearly as strong as it once was, please don't gyp your customers. read more

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We ordered the chicken Alfredo and decided to split due to us not being that hungry and the expensive menu. The waitress was really nice and divided the meal into 2 portions for us!! But once we got our food she did not come back outside and I had to take both our empty cups inside to find someone to fill them up. Also we decided to sit outside in the first place due to it being so hot inside read more

Excellent food and service. Ambiance very relaxing, one of the few spots that open late, I highly recommend this place, great location, great service and reasonable prices for this amazing location. Jameson - is a Labrador / dog that you may come across occasionally, I had the pleasure of meeting him, such a loving, friendly-Labrador, just like the vibe of this place. Have fun! La Jolla has amazing restaurants, this is one of the few places that open late. read more

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Jim was our host with the most and the food and ambience was amazing! Thank you for the experience! Keep up the great service and food Ron G read more

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We had 2 awesome with Ryan and Kayla. The bathrooms were both filthy. We were there for 5 hours. I considered us regulars so I was annoyed that the French lady was trying to remind us to spend at least 50 dollars each person or we were going to be charged a sitting fee. Newsflash to the genius of this alleged sport bar, I eat and drink to be entertained while watching sports. I don't need to be extorted extra funds. The pizza was horrible as we found it to be pre- made and freezer burned taste. The bartender could work on their mixology skills. The real horrible part was how hot and humid is one inside the restaurant. No A/C? I saw the thermostat on the wall! Come on man! The Spot is better than that! We want to be friends and clientele but you folks need to bring your A game. Yesterday was C- at best. read more

Food sucks and staff and manger ass holes and over charged me and threaten to cal the cops on me if I not pay my bill Stay away there crooks read more

Terrible. They just don't care. It used to be so fun there but the new owner just does not care about anyone. They automatically add 20% tip and 3% credit card fees to each check. Cayla told us they can't bring our food together because of separate checks. She told us to order at a later time but never came back so we ended up eating by ourselves. She was so unfriendly. We are never coming here again. This is in reply to the owners comment. You never voided our check. We paid 20% on our check for two people. When I came to the bar to tell you, you didn't not want to hear it. The waitress was unfriendly from the start when we asked her why we could not place our order and we wanted separate checks. My meal came with two sides which I got but we were charged extra for one of them. read more

Food was not good. We ordered the bacon cheeseburger which was the only thing that was decent. We also Ordered the adult Mac and cheese which was terrible. Cheese sauce was soupy and tasted like watered down velveeta cheese. We told the waiter and they were able to take it off the bill. We also ordered the chicken Alfredo pasta and again the sauce was soupy but more flavorful than the mac and cheese. Chicken was dry as well. I won't return. read more

I'm am UTTERLY DISGUSTING and literally sick after atte to enjoy a lovely Sunday dinner with my family in the beautiful La Jolla. The service was horrific. I felt like I was very uncomfortable and actually disliked by my waitress. We were rushed and literally had a menu snatched from our hand! The icing on the cake was to find a nice roach crawling in my food! when it was brought to my waitresses attention. She was completely unbothered and sort of rushed us out the front door. read more

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Super unfriendly vibe. Sat at the bar on a pretty quiet Sunday. Was not acknowledged for a while despite there not being much of a crowd. Bartenders seem to just want to talk to their favorite locals (which I get) but at least acknowledge the customers and take their drink order then get back to talking with your favorites. Feels like you're bothering the staff at their house with their friends instead of being a welcoming vibe for all paying customers. read more

I was spending the day in La Jolla Cove with my family and we were looking for a spot to watch the game. We stumbled across The Spot and there was plenty of seating and TVs. We were able to grab a table pretty quickly. I loved the lively vibes of this sports bar and appreciated how many TVs there were! They had some good beers on draft and we also got some calamari as an appetizer. The calamari was pretty solid and I liked the aioli it came with. Overall, standard but solid sports bar! read more

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Ordered a Cobb salad for $16. Lettuce was brown. Very sparse salad. Will not be going back. Service was excellent though. Heater didn't work. read more

Had a very pleasant light lunch in the outdoor seating area. We could see the cove from there, nice breeze, under an umbrella and enjoyed appetizers and good conversation. Everything was tasty and the service was impeccable. Didn't take pictures but a very enjoyable mid morning stop. read more

Groovy Bar in the bustling Downtown La Jolla area! Nick our server was appropriately attentive and friendly! They are dog friendly too! Prices are fair except not sure why they add a 5% surcharge? Perhaps it's a Cali thing??? We only had drinks before heading out to dinner, however the Fish and Chios looks like the prize of their menu! read more

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