Best places to grab a cocktail in San Diego
Best places to grab a cocktail in San Diego
If there is one thing I absolutely love about San Diego, it’s that there are plenty of amazing places to grab a cocktail! You know I’m a sucker for a good drink. From a good place to catch a sunset, the hipster under the radar bars to the IG worthy photogenic spots. There’s a place for everyone here and so much to explore. I’m a big lover of a good craft cocktail and an even bigger lover of an aesthetically pleasing place. Combine them both and you’ve got yourself a loyal customer that will always be stopping by!
Here are the best places to grab a cocktail in San Diego:
Polite Provisions
Ironside
Cantina Mayahuel
If you’re in the mood for Mexican food and tequila, this is the place! It feels like you walked into a really tiny hidden cantina in Mexico. They have the best selection of tequilas and mezcals plus delicious street tacos to go along with it. These are not your typical touristy margaritas they serve here though. Nope. This is the real deal and they are strong, so tread lightly. This place is tiny and fills up quickly. I love to go here for a quick drink with one or two friends. Pro Tip: Go for happy hour from 12-6 pm (tues-fri) and get a $5 Marg!
Sycamore Den
Sycamore Den is always a good idea with its 1970s inspired vibe. It’s mostly filled with 25-35-year-old hipsters that just want to have a chill but fun casual time. The small menu has some solid and delicious cocktails that are hard to beat. If Ron Burgundy had a spot, this would have been his jam (before he was famous). They have all the classics here like Aperol Spritz, Gin Ricky, Mojito and more. Frank Favorite: Bourbon Buck (Bourbon, Fresh Lime, Ginger Syrup, Soda Water)
Kindred
You & Yours Distilling Co:
You & Yours is an urban destination distillery specializing in vodka and gin. You can tour their distillery, have a tasting or just chill and enjoy the chic interior and a good craft cocktail. The thing I love about this place the most is how relaxed it is. It’s always easy for me to find parking and the people that work here are always welcoming. Frank Favorite: If you’re in the mood for something tropical try the Island Hopper.
The Nolen
I love The Nolen rooftop bar because of their most perfect view and the ambiance. You can see all the way to the Coronado bridge and all of downtown. This is my favorite place to grab a drink with a group of friends and watch the sunset. Such a good Summer spot! Champagne and a sunset anyone? The view of San Diego alone gets this spot on this list of best places to grab a cocktail. Pro Tip: Try and snatch the corner seat on the far end for the best spot in the house. When you walk out the elevator, turn right and go straight to that corner (pictured above).
Moniker Coffee
Whats your favorite place to grab a drink in San Diego?? Share below!
xx francesca