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True North Tavern

3.2 (1.3k reviews)
Open 9:00 am - 2:00 AM (Next day)

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TRUE NORTH TAVERN ATMOSPHERE

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Casual
Loud
DJ
Happy hour specials

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Jake R.

Angie was my bartender. She was super attentive. Asked what I needed right away. I think everyone hates waiting. Luckily I didn't have to lol It's a big area with a lot of tvs. Right in the heart of north park across the street from the parking garage. So you won't have any issue getting here. People watching is also key here lol. The food is fast to come out which we all appreciate. Is a good space with lots of daylight. It has that open San Diego bar feel that everyone likes.

True North is a True Testament to Dive/Sport bar culture in a sea of gimmicks, novelties, and aesthetic. It's simple yet reliable, as a True Tavern should be. With affordable drink options for the common bargoer, to various tvs and comfortable seating options for any sporting event. As for food, they're one of the rare venues that allow for outside food from nearby venues - allowing for an established sense of community from a reliable source.

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Sarah P.

It's always a great place to grab a drink. You'll have to order food next door but the vibes are great and the music, if they aren't blasting sports, is great too.

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Arely C.

We stopped by for a group outing at True North! It was my first time here and was nervous when I heard it was in north park because parking is always a challenge! Luckily there is a parking structure right across the street that is a life savor! It is a very spacious bar ! We sat down and we were asked for drinks almost immediately and explained happy hour. We ordered the Slider Burgers with Fries , Nachos and Mac & Cheese and tacos . Everything was 10/10! I was soo impressed especially being from a bar! The Mac & cheese was my favorite ! The drinks were great and our server was awesome ! We will definetly be returning ! And highly recommend !

Cirwan S.

I think I found my spot for Sunday NFL food. Tons of Teats, tons of drinks, and lots of food !! I got the Diablo burger and made it a double ! Also my wife got the carne asada Mac n cheese which she loved. We shared the Buffalo wings and siracha wings and I think those are a must try !!! Definitely coming back here ! Our waitress was amazing and was so helpful. Great atmosphere! Follow me on Instagram, YouTube, and Tiktok for more delicious food @cerogrubs !

Jay O.

Came here Saturday night to watch the UFC fight , Sterling vs O'Malley . It was a $10 cover to enter , which wasn't that bad . Got lucky and found setting . It did take a while for the server to come by. We ordered chicken wings , Brussels sprouts and seared mahi . All 3 dishes we're total miss, not good at all. How can you kiss up Brussels sprouts ?! You can see by the picture it was way under cooked. However, in the beginning the server was better at getting our drinks. Towards the end of the night , she was no where to be found. We had to walk all the way over to the bar to close out . They need to be careful because people could easily walk out. Overall, come for drinks not so much food.

Christopher K.

Fun Saturday vibes... good DJ... good bartenders... margarita is legit. Clutch sports and fights on every TV. Not sure what all the negative press is about. I've been to a dozen bars or so here in North Park and this is on par.

Leanne M.

Popped in for a quick beverage and to check the score of the Padres game between errands today. Ordered 2 drinks off the HH menu (1 draft at $5 and a glass of wine at $6). When the bill came they changed us for 4 drinks. When we pointed out the error, the waitress seemed annoyed, but eventually came back with a new bill... and the new bill STILL had the wrong prices! They charged us $5 for the beer and $8 for the wine. We didn't bother arguing a second time... but seriously?? Do better.

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9 months ago

They serve their beer in plastic cups. I'm not a toddler. Place was a ghost town on a Saturday night. Hard pass

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1 year ago

Extremely filthy bar and restrooms. Staff at bar seemed under the influence, I was very uncomfortable and will not be returning

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One of the few places that actually shows boxing . So glad to find one. Wish there was food

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Stopped by while bar hopping in north park last weekend. Amazing ambience. Tamara was lovely, fast and attentive service.

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3 years ago

Bring the pool table back! This place used to be the perfect pop off! I really want to like this place but it continues to decline.

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Do they have patio/outside seating?

Hi Tere! Yes we have 3 patios to choose from. Thanks and hope to see you soon!

What time do you open during nfl football Sunday's?

Hi Phillip, True North will open at 9am on Sunday during football season.

Hi You guys showing the pacquiao fight this Saturday ? July 20th

Absolutely! Hope to see you here.

Is there an age limit to get into TN before the DJ starts on weekends? If so....When is it too late to be there if someone is under 21?

Liquor license requires everyone to be 21+ at all times. We do love celebrating everyone's 21st birthday though!

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insideOUT - Chips and dip

insideOUT

4.4(1.4k reviews)
1.1 miHillcrest
$$$

We met up with a friend out here. This place has been on my list for quite some time so I was glad…read morewhen she recommended it. As soon as you walk in, you are captured by the beautiful parade of cherry blossoms and flowers. It definitely felt like spring when you're in there. Everywhere you look it's a beautiful scene. The bar is beautifully set up where you look through a waterfall. There's open air seating, surrounded by towering buildings. It is multilevel, so it is neat to see the layers of the space. Our server was very welcoming and pleasant. He was on it. He checked on us often. Our drinks tasted great. Perfect balance of a cocktail. I really enjoyed my lychee Martini. We ordered a charcuterie board with meat and cheese, and it was a perfect amount for three of us to enjoy with our drinks. I would recommend coming to this spot to enjoy the beautiful San Diego weather in a beautiful space.

The restaurant is beautiful with an amazing ambiance and many great photo opportunities. I found…read morethe drinks to be fun and tasty, and the food was delicious. However, I did find the bathroom setup quite unusual; the coed design lacks privacy as the interior is visible from the outside. Additionally, the parking situation was very frustrating. It took me 25 minutes to find a spot, and I eventually had to park quite far away to ensure I wasn't late for my reservation. Moving forward, I would recommend that guests use a rideshare service instead of driving.

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insideOUT - Spring oasis

Spring oasis

insideOUT - Dip and chips

Dip and chips

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Common Stock - Charred Brussels -- love!

Common Stock

4.7(1.2k reviews)
1.8 miHillcrest
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I am honestly surprised I have not written a review for this place yet, I found this place in 2021…read more I bring visitors here all the time, and it has become my ultimate comfort food spot. I tend to keep it simple and order the same items every time. My go to is the crispy Brussels for $14 and the chicken sandwich for $16, and I usually rotate in the parmesan fries for $10. While they do offer other dishes that are worth trying, these favorites always keep me coming back. The service and ambiance are consistently great. It is located in Hillcrest, so the area is always lively, which adds to the overall experience. The energy, combined with the quality of the food, makes it a reliable choice whether I am dining with friends or hosting out of town guests. Parking can be a bit challenging, but that is typical for Hillcrest. I usually plan ahead and look for street parking nearby.

3 stars for the food, 5 stars for the drinks, so I gave em 4 stars. Got the brussels sprouts and…read moreartichoke hearts and they were doused in far too much sauce and insanely salty. I love the vegetables for what they are and want sauce and seasoning to enhance them, not be the star of the show. Got the hot honey chick and pork belly bao buns which were pretty good, nice and fluffy. Drinks wise, I got the blueberry bramble as well as the berries & cream (both vodka drinks). they were fantastic, so refreshing. Old fashioned was also top notch! server was wonderful and kind. the ambiance is amazing and is a great spot for a date or cozy evening with friends.

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Common Stock - Espresso martinis!

Espresso martinis!

Common Stock - Roasted Carrot & Parsnips

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Common Stock - Great food & drinks ....friendly welcoming service !!! Thank you HARVEY !!!!

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Great food & drinks ....friendly welcoming service !!! Thank you HARVEY !!!!

Finca - Bone Marrow

Finca

4.1(162 reviews)
0.1 miNorth Park

Ordered a bunch of shareables and my favorite was definitely the patatas bravas Finca style its…read morecrispy potatoes with the jalapeño crema and it was so flavorful. The barbecued pork with guava bagna càuda was super tender and cooked perfectly, and the truffle braised lamb ossobuco was also really good. The jamón ibérico had an interesting sweet and savory combo with the goat cheese and date jam on a crispy baguette. Service was great our waiter was really attentive as well as the people bringing our plates. Overall, a great place for shareables and dinner with friends.

My best friend and I visited this "wine bar" on Friday night and were honestly disappointed. We sat…read moreat the bar and were given a very limited food and wine menu. When I asked the bartender if that was the full menu, since it seemed odd there wasn't even a charcuterie option, his response was, "which restaurant has two menus?" Not the best start. Shortly after, when we mentioned we wanted to order a bottle, we were then handed a much more extensive wine list...which also included another small bites menu. That alone was confusing and felt inconsistent. We ordered a rosado from Spain, which we did enjoy, but overall the experience didn't match what you'd expect from a wine bar. The bottle wasn't chilled, and we noticed others in the restaurant had the same issue. Service was also lacking. The bartender never checked back on us, despite us sitting right at the bar. Overall, not the experience we were expecting. I'd recommend saving your money and going elsewhere.

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Good News Bar

Good News Bar

4.8(53 reviews)
0.9 miNorth Park
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Whether you're sober, sober curious, love someone who is sober or you're looking for a unique space…read moreto work on your laptop and enjoy healthy drinks and food, this is the place! Being a sober girlie, I've heard about this place for years and was thrilled to finally try it so we had to order a few drinks. There's nothing quite like being able to look at a drink menu and know you can order anything from it because it's all sober friendly. They have a CBD infused drink part of the menu, a kava section and a mocktail drink section along with a food menu. The food looked delicious but we came here for a night cap after eating dinner nearby. We snagged 3 drinks- I need to check my notes on which ones we got but they were all so good. This is the type of place you can come here for a first date, date night worh your partner or co-work with your laptop. I saw all varieties of people who were doing their thang and it felt comfortable. The theme is inspired by Mac Miller and the decor is intentional and classic. Word on the street is that the 2 female owners had some disagreements with their investor so there's somewhat bad blood and that's always a bummer to hear people especially those in the sober community not be able to resolve their differences after they've made such an incredibly safe haven for us to enjoy. I get it though, some business partners are bad choices but y'all have made a beautiful experience here and I'm so grateful for it. Owners: Please don't shut this mocktail bar down ever but if you have to branch out, please do another in San Diego.

Absolutely love the concept and the decor of this place. It feels like not quite a bar, not quite a…read morecoffee shop... very unique for San Diego, and good for any time of day. I really like the growing NA trend, and even though I drink, it's great to have an alternative, safer-feeling, and more inclusive nightlife option. I came with a couple friends on a Sunday night, about a week ago. We all drink alcohol, but we've all been drinking less lately. The place was almost empty around 8pm, which we found concerning for its prospective longevity. We also thought the prices were pretty steep -- maybe I'm biased as someone who drinks alcohol, but if I'm getting a mocktail or other NA drink, I'd like to pay less than $15+ for it. Still, I ordered the Ave Maria and thought it was one of the best mocktails I've ever had. One of my friends got the Malibu (he liked it but did complain about the price), and I don't remember what my other friend got. We sat for a while and played Connect4 using the fanciest set I'd ever seen. Some more people came in, so it didn't feel nearly as empty by the time I left. I'd probably come back, but only if I was with someone who doesn't drink and/or really wanted to try this bar. I hope they make it!

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

Cool main bar with the best BARTENDERS!

Good News Bar - They have merch here. My friend loved it so much she bought a sweater.

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

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