Came in on a Saturday and easily got a seat for 2 to watch the football game. There's plenty of TVs…read moreto have multiple games on at one time. The ambiance is very dive bar, but also very personable and welcoming. The wings... are probably the best wings in Pacific Beach... maybe in all of San Diego. Their awards don't lie. The wings are big meaty portions, and juicy to the bite. We ordered a set of 10 wings, all flats, half lemon pepper and half apple bourbon chipotle (a fan fave). Did not disappoint!!! Ask the staff their favorite flavors - ALWAYS! My only note is they could make a better mojito, but I'll just order a different drink next time. 10/10 will be back again!

Hiya B.U.M.S., What…read morea treat! We happened to show up on a half-off tequila and $5 à la cart taco day. In true "us" fashion, we somehow didn't fully take advantage of all the drink deals--I have no idea why we always do that!--but the food and ambiance more than made up for it. Plus, our server was pretty helpful and awesome. We ordered: Wings (5 Spicy Garlic & 5 Ninja): Both flavors were delicious. The Ninja sauce was so good we actually talked about taking a bottle home to brush over smoked ribs! Fried Shrimp Taco: Had an incredible, satisfying crunch. The sauce on top was a bit heavy-handed for my personal taste, but the flavor was spot on. Baja Fiesta Salad with Beef: Fresh veggies and a perfectly crisp tortilla bowl. We were able to finish the whole thing before any part of the shell got soggy, which is rare for taco salads! Plain Tater Tots: Served with that ideal golden-brown outer crisp. Tips: Time it right: If you love a good deal, drop by on their promo days for the half-off specials on tacos and tequila and other deals they have. Sauce on the side: If you prefer controlling your crisp-to-sauce ratio on fried items like the shrimp taco, ask for the top sauce on the side. What's your favorite chicken wing flavor? If you enjoyed this review and the photos, drop a like or a helpful vote. You can also follow our family adventures on Instagram @advntrbums and @advntrbums_mb for more dining spots and travel recommendations.

This place I'll admit was a bar but in the corner of the eye was the sign bubbas smokehouse bbq. So…read morewe tried it and "WOW" had to be some of the best smoked meat I've ever eaten ! The waitresses, very friendly and the size of the portions perfect.I personally will make a stop here when we go back.

Probably the most driest ribs And chicken I've…read moreunfortunately had the experience to taste. For the price and quantity, this is very disappointing.

Great spot! Parking lot is very small which is the only downside. Chicken tenders and fries were…read moregreat! Will definitely revisit.

Local spot with pool tables. Great chill place to watch a game and have a bit…read more We ordered a burger and chicken tenders. Burger was tasty and had a yummy bun. Check out how tiny these tenders are, seriously smaller than size of a wing ding! Great place for a drink, but don't bring your appetite! Serve is at the bar only, bar tender didn't know the specials flashing on the screens and we had to wait for the drink special we wanted to order. Food runner awesome and knowledgeable, super helpful.

The Playground is the rebranding of the suite in the Promenade at Pacific Beach that housed Mati's…read moreBirria + Beer. The business still features offerings from Mati's, but it is now a food collective. A chicken wing vendor and a future chicken and waffles vendor will be sharing the same kitchen. Parking is free for up to 30 minutes in the shared lot. After that duration, you need to pay at one of the available kiosks. Since these were the early days of The Playground, there were operational kinks that need to be smoothed out. First were the unusual business hours (e.g. 9 am to 9 pm on Thursday and Friday, only 7 pm to 9 pm on Sunday, etc). My initial attempt to visit occurred after work on a weekday. Despite the supposed closing time of 11 pm, the doors were locked at 5:30 pm. Second was the lack of prices on the menus. That is a cardinal sin in my book because if you are open to the public, then you owe it to the customers to disclose the costs. The first item for my to-go order was a snack size serving (six pieces) of Chicken Wings. I picked Bonnie's Barbeque for a sauce that featured a sweet and smokey flavor. The wings were coated with the sauce and not deep fried which made them a bit healthier. The second item was a Birria Quesadilla that came with consome on the side. A flour tortilla was filled with cheese, marinated shredded beef, cilantro, and onion. It was then sliced into smaller triangular pieces and then separated by aluminum foil in a takeout box. The consome had moderate richness while the cheesy, beefy tortilla was filling. I didn't understand the meaning of the new moniker as the interior setup had not been modified. It certainly did not have the ambiance of a playground. My first impression of this place was a three star rating with multiple areas of needed improvement including signage on the marquee. If one is driving down Mission Blvd, then there is no way to notice from the roadside that The Playground even exists.

I rarely leave negative reviews, but this experience was too appalling to ignore. I visited the…read moreplayground with high hopes based on the reviews, but what I got instead was a stomach-turning disaster. I ordered the Birria Crunch Wrap, and halfway through eating, I discovered a long strand of hair buried in the food. Not just on top in the food. It was clearly cooked into the dish, which tells me that basic hygiene in the kitchen is completely lacking. When I pointed it out to the server, she barely apologized and offered to remake it, as if that would magically erase the thought of chewing through someone else's hair. No manager came to speak to us, no discount, no sense of urgency or genuine concern. The rest of the food wasn't memorable either--bland, lukewarm, and overpriced for the quality. But honestly, after the hair incident, I couldn't bring myself to take another bite. If you value cleanliness and basic health standards, avoid this place. There are plenty of other restaurants that know how to wear a hairnet.

Wish I had came sooner they have so many good food and great prices…read more The employee are extremely nice

We were staying at a hotel nearby and decided to get takeout. We want Chinese so this was the only…read moreplace that was pretty much open at Pacific Beach. We walked in there, the restaurant was clean. There was nobody there. The nice lady took our order and then went in the back to cook it. The service was fast and quick. The food I would have to say was OK, nothing special. I do recommend you try it out if you were in the area.

Immaculate bottomless vibes, the duck dive does brunch right!! Not only is the food delicious…read more(highly recommend the breakfast enchiladas), the champagne is truly bottomless and the music is always on point. The best bottomless brunch in San Diego hands down

My group and I had a wonderful experience here for bottomless brunch today!!…read moreI thought our server was such a standout. She was extremely attentive and noticed when people arrived to the table late, she brought out menus and waters for them right away. Very impressive considering how busy it was. I noticed how observant she was when our alcohol ran out and she always had a new one on standby. I was so impressed by the shrimp ceviche, it was something new I tried. I loved the fresh flavors of the lime and onion. It was a good portion, light and refreshing. I would definitely order it again!

My go to spot for meet ups with friends or to grab a Pliny the Younger when it's released in…read moreFebruary. My go to order is definitely the wings. I would die for their wings and the truffalo sauce, which you can order by the bottle for take home. Forgot to take a picture during my visit but they were piping hot, large wing that were sauced up beautifully. Staff is always friendly and the ambiance is a vibe. A classic tap room for sure. Beers are excellent and they even have ones that are rare to find like Cascade brewery (once the keg is empty it's gone forever, since Cascade closed). They note freshly tapped kegs which is nice too. 100% recommend. In fact I gotta go back for more wings soon.

Decided to stop in SD taproom for one of the World Cup games. The restaurant was pretty full, but…read morewe found two barstools open. I immediately enjoyed the open environment and the bar set up, but the high top tables were scattered seemingly randomly throughout the restaurant, making it very hard to weave your way through if you need to get to the back of the restaurant for any reason or to use the restroom. Our waitress was very friendly and always smiling, which was really refreshing. We ordered two drinks (not pictured), but I had a hard kombucha or cider that was made by the taproom and very delicious. We ordered the chicken wings and spicy tuna melt with sweet potato fries. Both items came out hot and we're satisfying, but you're not going to have an aha culinary moment here. All in all, I would definitely return for the drinks and atmosphere, but would not run back for the food.

This is my neighborhood Pho place in PB! I come here because the pho with brisket and rare steak…read morewith added vegetables is fantastic. Customer service great too! I'm always remembered which isn't necessary, but greatly appreciated. It's so nice to have a good relationship, to be considered a "regular", over the years at this healthy, delicious spot!!

Really enjoyed PB Pho & Grill! The garlic pepper chicken wings were super crispy and seasoned…read moreperfectly. The brisket pho was delicious, and the brisket was cooked just right. The beef, chicken, and shrimp egg noodles were so good too. The shrimp fried rice was probably my least favorite dish, but it was still so freaking good --which says a lot about how good everything else was. Everything we ordered was flavorful, fresh, and cooked well. Definitely recommend checking this place out if you're in the area!

Sandbox Pizza earned a customer for life! We came in right at closing time, and instead of making…read moreus feel rushed or unwelcome, the staff greeted us with a smile and treated us with outstanding hospitality. The team was incredibly friendly, patient, and happy to serve us even though they were getting ready to close for the night. That level of customer service is rare these days and speaks volumes about the people who work there. The pizza was fresh, hot, and absolutely delicious. Great food combined with exceptional service made for a fantastic experience. It's clear that Sandbox Pizza truly cares about its customers. If you're looking for great pizza and even better people, this is the place to go. Thank you to the entire team for turning what could have been an inconvenient late-night stop into such a positive experience. We'll definitely be back!

I recently went to sandbox to watch the reunion of summer house and I was so delighted!…read more They had fun drinks and they're also carrying loverboy which is a drink from one of the cast members of summer house. The food was delicious and it came out fast! Parking is really hard to find, be prepared.

Best Steak and Eggs breakfast I had while I was in San Diego…read more The Bloody Mary was good too, they have their own mix but can customize it a bit for you.

Came on Thursday when they were doing a burger special where burgers were $10-12…read more Super delicious burger, they say they use wagyu burgers and beef from New Zealand because we all know the meat in America is sketch and they inject cows with hormones and antibiotics, But anyways delicious burger, elite happy hour, top notch staff, great service. This place checks all the boxes for me and it's good at 3 things: burgers fries beer. Until next time PB.