Cool Drinks in San Diego
Looking to splurge at the best lounge in town? Have a sip at a reasonable price? Or want to save a few bucks at a good, cheap bar nearby? Whatever drinks your’e searching for, we’ve got a comprehensive listing of all the taps in town. Select your price range below:

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Aero Club
A wall of booze awaits you here. 130 Whiskeys, 100 vodkas and 20 beers on tap. Not a fancy place but good drinks at good prices.
3365 India Street
Nunu’s Cocktails
Mid century, because it is that old and never changed. Strong cheap drinks and good drinks. A sort of dive bar but a great group of friendly people. Offers $2 Tuesdays at lunch and dinner.
3537 Fifth Avenue

The Waterfront
Established in 1933 and has not changed much since. Cheap strong drinks. Friendly local folk crowd is always crowded. Good, greasy, dive bar food. Fun.
2044 Kettner Boulevard

Small Bar
Not so small. Great neighborhood bar. Get there early or very late because this place fills fast. Lots of beer on tap, about 40. A fun place to meet some new friends with some tables outside.
4628 Park Boulevard

Hamilton’s Tavern
A neighborhood Alehouse with some 28 beers on tap and more refrigerated bottle beers than you can count. Our only drawback, cave dark in the day. Visit at night.
1521 30th Street in South Park
Sip

Starlite
The retro bar & restaurant complete with retro employees is just a kick ass cool place to hang. Try the “Mule”. seriously a fun drink in a copper mug. Trendy, casual and hip all in one.
3175 India Street in Mission Hills
The Neighborhood
The vibe is very chill here with 25 beers on tap and some 40 bottled beers. Great local beers and great food. Nice urban atmosphere for beer tasting.
777 G Street in East Village
The Linkery
Serving up great bers on tap and even from the cask. A gastropub serving up great farm to table food from local farms and great beer.
3794 30th Street in North Park

Hexagone
Meet a friend or go alone at this french urban neighborhood bar. For drinks, recommending the Mojito’s. Happy hour from 3:30-7:30pm everyday. The happy hour menu is exquisite.
495 Laurel Street at Balboa Park
Splurge

George’s at the Cove
You can’t find a more beautiful setting anywhere for a place to have a drink. Spectacular ocean view atop La Jolla Cove. Two bars on two levels, including the rooftop.
1250 Prospect Street in La Jolla
Jordan’s (JRDN)
Nestled below Tower 23 on the boardwalk. This place has great drinks, snacks and people. If that isn’t enough. How about people watching, great sunsets and mid century architecture?
4551 Ocean Blvd. at Felspar

Andaz
Indulge at one of our favorites. The largest rooftop bar ad sundeck in San Diego. Lounge on cool chairs or mattress laid around for your gathering.
600 F Street

The Glass Door
An attentive bar staff awaits you here. Great drinks and great view of the harbor. Go alone or meet a new friend. Atop the Porto Vista Hotel.
1835 Columbia St. in Little Italy

Bertrand’s at Mr. A’s
A spectauclar panoramic view of the city awaits you. Up on Bankers Hill near Balboa Park. Classy place for a drink and stay for dinner as you watch the planes fly into America’s finest city.
2550 Fifth Ave, Top Floor




