What a time to drink in San Diego. The city continues to be a progressive beacon on the cocktail scene while keeping its base of classic dive bars thriving. Whether you’re craving a beer and a shot or a bespoke cocktail with clear ice, housemade bitters, and immaculate garnishes, you will find that San Diego excels at both.
San Diego’s cocktail culture revolves around the people on both sides of the bar. Dedicated bar teams who take their craft and hospitality seriously and the locals and visitors who flock to experience it. Collected here are 17 essential bars around town, each a reflection of the talent and variety that San Diego has to offer.
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