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Tony's Martini Bar

3.9 (167 reviews)
ModerateSports Bars, Lounges
Closed • 3:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)
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TONY'S MARTINI BAR ATMOSPHERE

What's the vibe?
Juke Box
Moderate noise
Divey
Casual

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Jordyn J.

Cute little spot tucked away on Newport ave. Love a good espresso martini, and what's not to love about a little edible art on top? Fun vibe and friendly bartenders.

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Eric M.

Absolute BEST espresso martini I've ever had in my life. This little gem is located in the Ocean Beach area of San Diego. We stopped in to kill some time before going to old town for dinner. The bartender was extremely inviting and friendly and the place wasn't really packed yet as it was early afternoon. Ordered up a couple espresso martinis and we were immediately hooked. So delicious, and well put together all the way down to the chocolate syrup on top. Tony's martini bar is an absolute winner in the Ocean Beach neighborhood. I could've spent hours there if I didn't have a reservation for dinner.

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Jen N.

Went in around maybe 6:30 on a Friday, and it was fairly busy already. Took a booth. We weren't sure if a server came around or not - we thought we saw someone greet one of the other tables. After a few minutes, no one came over, so we went to the bar. No big deal, but it just wasn't clear. We went to 2 different bartenders for drinks. One was super friendly and made a beautiful drink for my friend. The other person seemed a little irritated, and mine wasn't as pretty (see picture). Overall though the drinks were good and reasonably priced. We would give it another try for sure now that we know what to expect. We liked that you could get martinis without the stuffy feeling of other martini bars.

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Brittain R.

Espresso martinis were fantastic and bartender, Ryan, was great to chat with. Location is close to Ocean Beach and other shops. We will definitely be coming back!

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Fannie H.

This is a cool laid back dive bar! Kayla made us delicious and pretty espresso martinis while we watched some NFL playoff games. Definitely worth the visit for those and or the game

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Clythie C.

This classic cocktail bar has it all. The martinis and old fashioneds are made perfectly by all the bartenders. The bar itself is comfortable and large. There are super cool round booths and 2 pool tables. There's a late night Happy Hour with drink specials. They even mix up the vibes with karaoke on Thursday nights.

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Reviews are generally positive. People highlight the espresso martinis and cocktails, friendly bartenders, and a fun atmosphere with live music, karaoke, and pool tables.

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not my vibe. bartender yelled across the bar to someone when their card got declined. made me kinda lol at least?

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7 months ago

This bar used to be fun and safe isn't that way anymore watch your drinks ladies! Bartenders are cocky and security was a joke.

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8 months ago

Bad extra bartenders, every time I go in with a new bartender they hire the lowest of the low get professional help on busy nights

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Great espresso martini! Live music on Fridays is great. You can also play keno here, just ask the bartenders how to play.

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Cool little bar in OB with friendly patrons and knowledgeable bartenders. A bit pricey for what it is.

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The atmosphere is awesome and the espresso martini is out of this world! Look for Ryan the bartender. Very talented and always friendly!

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Such a good spot, let's you bring outside food in. Come here and watch a Padres game with a Pomas sandwich!

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Great spot in Ocean Beach. We love Expresso Martini's so this was a no brainer! It's a must! Going back for sure!

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Sara does a great job behind the bar! Open mic on Tuesdays is worth checking out.

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Best martinis ever! Special shout out for the BlackBerry Lemon Drop! Pool, drinks, awesome bartender Cayla!

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3.9(297 reviews)
0.1 mi•Ocean Beach, Point Loma
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PACIFIC SHORES @ OCEAN BEACH…read more Parking is available on the street, and it's free! We ended up coming to Pacific Shores because one of my best friend's mom was there with her girlfriends. When we arrived, there was no line at all. Security was really nice, and we got in easily. There weren't many people inside around 10 PM, and I definitely feel like this bar is more of a "grab a drink, sit with your friends, and chat" type of spot. It's not a club or a dancing bar. We ordered a round of shots and a mixed tequila drink. It wasn't strong at all, but it was really delicious, and I genuinely enjoyed it. The server was also super nice, especially since our friend's mom kept ordering drinks and shots. He brought everything out quickly and with great service. I really loved the architecture and ambiance. It had a darker, cozy vibe, very much a small, deep-bar aesthetic. They also had some really cool paintings, and if you were wearing white or yellow, your clothes would glow in the dark, which was a fun touch. It wasn't super busy, and I appreciated how easy it was to find seating and just relax. The bathroom wasn't the cleanest, but it was still manageable. Overall, I'd definitely check out this spot if you're walking around Ocean Beach and want a chill place to grab a drink and hang out with friends.

The staff harassed me and my girlfriend while we were just looking through a window at a store next…read moredoor to their bar. It's a public sidewalk, we were not being loud or disorderly. If the owner or staff reads this, be ashamed of yourselves. I've never been treated in such a disgusting manner. I already thought the place looked gross when I walked past... now safe to say I'll never get a drink here ever!

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Wrapped up our night Altitude Sky Lounge San Diego. First time visiting. Wow.... We live in such…read morea beautiful city. Just look at that skyline. Chill vibes & music was at a descent volume. What we ordered: * White Russian * Lemon Drop I preferred the hubby's white russian vs my lemon drop. My drink was OK... This was a a beautiful way to end our night. It started raining on us so the hubby said we should leave. I wanted to stay longer though cause I was VIBING. #DiningWithTheAndersons #TryingNewPlaces #SanDiegoLiving #DowntownAdventures #AdultShenanigans

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The Grass Skirt

4.1(1.4k reviews)
3.3 mi•Pacific Beach
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Really a fun place to stop in. I highly recommend. I was actually super impressed with the food…read morechoices. The Dan Dan noodles were really quite tasty. Definitely have a mai tai!

The Grass Skirt in Pacific Beach is a fantastic tiki bar. This place is everything you'd want in a…read morelegit tiki experience. They pay attention to details which is why you feel like you're in a Hawaiian cave somewhere or in the Hawaii episode of the Brady Bunch . We tried a number of their signature recipes. I started off with "Boozin Susan's World Famous Chi Chi". It's a frozen vodka cocktail that tastes like vacation. The vodka is complemented with pineapple, coconut, lime, Demerara syrup and cinnamon. It was a perfect recipe when you think about tiki. (Pic 2) We also tried "Hella Missionary" which is another frozen cocktail with tequila, mezcal, adobo-spiced honey, pineapple, lime and mint. It's the blended mint that makes it green. It was quite tasty with a very fun crazy straw. (Pic 4). We had some bonus fun with a signature shot called "OJ Did It". It was a delicious add to the vibe with vodka, liquor 43, coconut and orange juice. (Pic 7). I couldn't remember what pic 6 is but it was tasty. Maybe it's "OOO-BAE I Love You So". It starts with rhum agricole, salted cream, pineapple, cinnamon, macadamia nut and toasted coconut flakes. I could be totally wrong so oh well. The Grass Skirt is always a great idea if you're in the PB area when in San Diego. Go check them out. Salute @thejohnnycocktail

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The Grass Skirt - Tuna Tartar cones. Incredible!

Tuna Tartar cones. Incredible!

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3.8(104 reviews)
21.6 mi

It's tucked in an odd place with a tiny parking lot. The inside is pretty tiny without feeling…read morecramped. A real DJ plays real records. There's a Macintosh amp on the wall to give proper IYKYK messaging which adds legitimacy to the DJ and the records he's actually playing. Not exactly yacht rock but you couldn't put a whole lot more energy (or volume) into the music without it intruding on the act of eating compared to the act of clubbing. The bass was noticeably tempered, whatever thump was possible was left to the imagination (a net positive for conversation). Food was reasonably imaginative and everything was tasty. We had the whipped feta, some cucumbery thing with goat cheese, Diver scallops, the pork agnolotti, and the wagyu. The scallops and pasta won over the wagyu, the relative novelty of the two relative to steak probably influenced. Dessert was a snickers Sundae. Tasty but the hard parts were hard to manage with only a spoon in the glass it was served in. I didn't feel like getting my hands involved but I was sorely tempted to. Probably a great date place. Definitely had more of a chick vibe. I think you'd get some points for knowing about this place before your date does. I went with my 22YO daughter at her suggestion. I'd go back. Prices about what you'd expect.

Love this spot! I was in town on a Friday night and made a reservation for dinner at the bar. I…read morefelt a little trepidation about rolling solo to a hot spot restaurant on a Friday night but I ended up having a blast. The host and bartender (Alec) were super welcoming and introduced me to a few great wines from the outstanding selection. Wines by the glass can be really limiting and basic and that was not the case here at all. I had an eggplant and mint spread with a baguette and the tuna tostada. Both were very tasty and filling. The Snickers dessert is really unique and so, so good. The atmosphere is beautiful and the DJ played a very eclectic selection, from Geroge Michael to "Chickenheads" haha. Highly recommend for delicious food, fabulous wine and a fun night out.

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Leu Leu - Bar area

Bar area

Leu Leu - Fried asparagus and mushrooms with a curry balsamic dipping sauce

Fried asparagus and mushrooms with a curry balsamic dipping sauce

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Aero Club Bar - Burns Vista

Aero Club Bar

4.5(906 reviews)
4.4 mi•Middletown, Mission Hills
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Walking in you feel transported into a new world. The lighting is breathtaking!…read moreThey have a great happy hour that'll keep your thirst quenched while you jam out playing video games in the arcade. They even have a picnic table area outside if you prefer. Bar staff fast and friendly and willing to make suggestions. Totally my new favorite happy hour hang out!!

$34.00 (before tax & tip) for two burgers: Patty Issues (3 patties) and This Burger Understands Me…read more(2 patties). I'll definitely be back for the bar, the pinball, and those burgers! We walked in and found out that they have a strict age limit, which I discovered when they insisted on scanning my ID into a machine. I'm closer to the tomb than the womb, so I'm not entirely sure what they were expecting to find. But apparently, the machine needed to verify that I'm legally old enough to be there. Afterward, the bartender thanked me by name. My person who is closer to the womb than the tomb forgot their ID. It could have been Justin Bieber, or myself for that matter, but it wasn't going to happen. The burgers would have to be, to go. First impression is the decor is classic, and the place was absolutely immaculate. Later, I noticed the bathrooms were spotless, and perhaps most importantly, there was no graffiti on the walls. It's a class act establishment where civilization survives. There's a back covered patio surrounded by ferns, a great game room, and then the backyard where the food trailer is located. It was Sunday around 2pm, and while talking to the bartender, they mentioned that they had wings out for happy hour and the games. But I had my sights set on the Wagyu burgers. If I must say so myself, it was an excellent choice on my part. The patties were perfectly seasoned, and the toppings mixed with the Wagyu juices to create a delicious little sauce. I happened to have some chips underneath the burger, and they basically became the lucky recipients of all that wonderful burger grease. Very, very yummy. Walking around while waiting for my food, one can't help but notice that the bourbon selection is fantastic. While my person was booted, I can still say that all the employees were cordial, friendly, and genuinely welcoming. No attitude, no nonsense just good service. While it's listed as a dive bar, it's way too chic for that classification. I love a welcoming bars with great burgers, an excellent bourbon selection, and enough character to keep me coming back. Which I plan on doing in force!

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Aero Club Bar - Bar area

Bar area

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Prohibition - Our famous Prohibition Old Fashioned

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4.0(1k reviews)
5.9 mi•Gaslamp
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So came down to San Diego to celebrate my brother birthday and we decided to take a whiskey class…read morewith our ladies. So we found that Prohibition offers a whiskey class where you can make drinks yourself. Met the owner Ryan who is the owner of Prohibition Whiskey and he told us the story about how he started the business and we connected because he was from Oakland. From that moment it was on and poppin. The vibes of the class was great and conversations along with the drinks were flowing. We ended the night by making an espresso martini made with whiskey and it was amazing. Plus it was dope that I got to make the drink myself. Can't wait to come back to San Diego to patron this establishment

I went to Prohibition when I was attending a conference at the Convention Center, so I think my…read moreexperience is a little different. A sponsor had rented out the whole place and all drinks were comped with food being passed around. We had cuban sandwiches and empanadas, which I think were all from the Havana restaurant upstairs. Food was great! Drinks were good, but the menu was so confusing to me. I didn't really like how they categorized them. Sometimes I feel like just being straightforward is better. Too cute with trying to do the prohibition/speakeasy menu. It did take a while to get drinks when it was packed. Understandable. But I had a few that were good, the boats and hoes, and keffir lime tequila drink were great. I would say that the bathroom had a bit of a stink to it...not sure what it was but smelled just like coming up from the pipes. May just be a basement issue. Overall, good experience. It didn't feel super special but just like any other speakeasy. I like False Idol better in terms of overall vibe.

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Prohibition - El Fruterio featuring Azunia GBOD single barrel reposado tequila

El Fruterio featuring Azunia GBOD single barrel reposado tequila

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Live Jazz/Blues/Roaring 20's kinda vibe! My kind of bar/lounge! (5/5)

insideOUT - Chips and dip

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4.4(1.5k reviews)
6.0 mi•Hillcrest
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InsideOUT is always one of those places we try to visit whenever we're in San Diego, and we've…read morenever had a bad experience. This time we stopped in for brunch, enjoyed some cocktails and mimosas, and just took in the whole atmosphere. They really know how to transform this place. The Enchanted Oasis theme was beautiful, with flowers everywhere, butterflies, and so many fun little details. It's definitely one of those places where you want to take pictures of everything. The brunch was delicious, the drinks were fun, and the staff was super friendly as always. There's just something about the energy here, especially during brunch. Everyone seems to be having a great time, and it makes you want to hang out a little longer. We've been here on different visits to San Diego, and it's always a good time. Between the changing themes, the food, the drinks, and the people, they keep giving us reasons to come back. Already looking forward to our next visit.

Super cool vibe. Great spot to hang out for on a special occasion. Both Mike and Mark who were…read morebehind the bar tonight, were amazing. Never once did I need to tell them I needed another drink or more water. They were on point! Cocktails were good. I'd say they very much so matched the decor - A bit artificial but cool to be around. First cocktail was Crimson Smoke: verde amaras mezcal, ginger bitters, lime juice, prickly pear Nice and Smokey. Def not too sweet. Great balance. Second cocktail was the Mango Encanto (Clarified): bacardi (infused with toasted rice), illegal mezcal, giffard banana, mango puree, simple syrup, lime, topped with coconut cold foam They honestly could have done a lot better w the cold foam. The consistency was too airy and now I'm just being critical. But the bit of banana and mango puree was a good amount. Sweet. But not punch you in the face sweet. It was a good dessert cocktail.

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insideOUT - Spring oasis

Spring oasis

insideOUT - Dip and chips

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Nortico

Nortico

5.0(11 reviews)
21.5 mi•La Chapu (Chapultepec)

This is a classy speakeasy style bar hidden in the Oryx restaurant. The vibe is classic speakeasy,…read morehigh style but comfortable for sure. The cocktail menu is interesting and full of lots of delicious options. My cocktail was made to perfection and our service was on point. We came in late one night so there was plenty of seating, but typically it's reservation only, so be sure and make a Resy if you want to make sure you can get in. Tijuana is full of hidden gems like this and Nortico is a welcome addition. Get off Revolution and check this spot out!

Small, intimate, comfortable speakeasy with extremely friendly staff. Renee was brilliant! She…read moretaught me about all the different spirits that Mexico manufactures (other than the well known spirits of Tequila and Mezcal) and knew how to showcase the unique spirits of Mexico with cocktails that really leverage these spirits. She recommended a milk punch cocktail that incorporated Sotol, which is kind of like tequila but instead of fermenting agave, it ferments Dasylirion and is made only in Chihuahua. Then she recommended a cocktail that leverages a Mexican produced corn liquor in a Negroni but with gin subbed with mezcal. Both of these cocktails are bartenders choice and not on the menu, but the fact that they can execute such innovative cocktails so we'll speaks to the level of dedication bartenders at this bar have. Renee even gave pointers as to where I might be able to buy some of the bottles they use and for a few other bars of similar caliber to visit nearby. Instead of ending my trip at Nortico as previously planned, she helped me find a really cool new bar in Tijuana! Highly recommend.

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Nortico - Old fashioned and Hugo spritz

Old fashioned and Hugo spritz

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Sandbar Sports Bar & Grill - Fish tacos

Sandbar Sports Bar & Grill

3.9(1.2k reviews)
1.7 mi
•$$

Great spot by the beach! We came here on a Friday morning for brunch. There was a sign to wait to…read morebe seated but then we were told to sit where ever we wanted and we didn't need to wait to be seated lol the upstairs was closed which was a bit disappointing since we're by the beach, but I understand with staffing it can be difficult. Overall it was a good experience. The service was quick and staff members were friendly. Food came out pretty quick too! Everything was tasty! We also got 2 surf and turf tacos, which are not pictured. It was plenty of food for the morning Our drinks also packed a punch. It was nice that we got the leftover from the can for one of the drinks. Felt like it was 2 drinks. Would definitely come back here.

I'm in San Diego for a work trip and our first stop prior to our conference was Sandbar. It was…read morerecommended by our Lyft driver. Upon arriving, I saw the sign that boasted they have the best fish taco in San Diego, so I had high hopes We were seated immediately and were able to order pretty quickly. I got the taco plate with fish and carne asada. Upon tasting the fish taco, it was lukewarm and had absolutely no flavor. I tasted the steak meat and I couldn't even eat the taco. The texture and flavor was just not there to say the least. The guacamole and the salsa did not seem to be freshly made. The beans weren't even warm. For $23, I was expecting more. I unfortunately wasted my money since it was mostly inedible.

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Sandbar Sports Bar & Grill - Happy hour

Happy hour

Sandbar Sports Bar & Grill - Their "TKO Style" fish taco. It's award-winning for a reason!

Their "TKO Style" fish taco. It's award-winning for a reason!

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