House of Blues Restaurant & Bar - San Diego

4.2

749 Reviews

$30 and under

American

Charming
Great for happy hour
Great for live music

The Salvation Bar is your pre-game destination before all Music Hall shows! Open 2 hours before the show's door time, stop by for gastropub southern bar bites, craft cocktails and a classic collection of American folk art that combines to create an unforgettable experience! Open to show ticket holders only on Music Hall show nights. *Spend $20 on food or drinks and receive a FREE Fast Lane upgrade for priority entry into the show! (Most shows, show exclusions apply) Looking for afters? On select show nights, meet us back at the bar for food and drink specials! You never know who might show up.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 4:00 pm–12:00 am Sat 10:00 am–12:00 am Sun 10:00 am–10:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Sun 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
Phone number
(619) 299-2583
Website
https://www.houseofblues.com/sandiego?y_source=1_MTU2MzYxNjItODYwLWxvY2F0aW9uLndlYnNpdGU=
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Private party facilities
House of Blues San Diego offers many different unique private event spaces for all sizes and types of events including corporate parties, meetings, concerts, receptions, fundraisers, birthdays, weddings, bar/bat Mitzvahs or product launches.
Private party contact
Erin Sawyer: (619) 525-1932

Location
1055 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101
Neighborhood
Downtown
Cross street
Broadway
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Trolley: Blue and Orange lines, 5th Ave.
Entertainment
LIVE MUSIC ON THE SALVATION STAGE (All Ages - No Cover) Enjoy a cocktail at our Salvation Alley Bar and groove to one of the many rock or blues bands booked Tuesday– Saturday on the SALVATION Stage. Check out our website for the full show lineup.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

BBQ Nachos
tortilla chips, cheddar & cotija cheese, avocado & corn salsa, pickled red onion, tomato, Memphis BBQ sauce, cilantro crema Option to add brisket or pulled pork
Crispy Fried Tenders
buffalo or charred lemon & garlic, buttermilk ranch
Smash Fries
smash beef, triple cheese sauce, griddled onions, tomato, pickles, smash sauce
Mac & Cheese Skillet
four cheese sauce, topped with toasted breadcrumbs
Jalapeño Cornbread
with bourbon butter
Crispy Brussels Sprouts

Green Room

Chipotle Chicken Caesar
romaine, cornbread croutons, cotija cheese, chipotle Caesar dressing
Southern Salad
field greens, Fuji apple, white cheddar cheese, pecans, champagne vinaigrette Option to add grilled chicken breast

Mains

Jambalaya
sautéed chicken, andouille sausage, onion, bell pepper, celery, cajun rice Option to add cajun shrimp
Cajun Chicken Pasta
blackened chicken, penne pasta, cajun cream sauce, bell pepper, tomato, red onion, basil, parmesan Option to add cajun shrimp
Shrimp N' Grits
white cheddar grits, grape tomato, cajun cream Option to add andouille sausage
NY Steak & Fries
blues rub, garlic fries, cajun butter, garlic aioli Option to add cajun shrimp

Handhelds

HOB Smash
double patty, American cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, dill pickle chips, garlic aioli, brioche bun
Hot Chicken Sando
crispy buttermilk chicken breast, Nashville hot sauce, house-made coleslaw, dill pickle chips, chipotle mayo, brioche bun (available plain)
BBQ Bacon Smash
double patty, American cheese, applewood bacon, crispy onion, Memphis BBQ sauce, brioche bun
Chicken Caesar Wrap
grilled chicken, cornbread croutons, romaine, cotija cheese, chipotle Caesar dressing
Everything LegendaryTM Burger
built 100% vegan American cheese, avocado salsa, lettuce, dill pickle chips, smoked aioli, brioche bun
BBQ Brisket Sando
Memphis BBQ sauce, crispy onions, pickle chips, roasted garlic aioli, brioche bun
Pulled Pork Sando
Carolina BBQ sauce, house slaw, crispy onions, brioche bun

Sweets

Bread Pudding
bourbon butter, toffee sauce
Churro Fries
vanilla ice cream, dulce de leche, cinnamon sugar, fruity pebbles

Signature Handcrafted Cocktails

Espresso Martini
Belvedere vodka, Giffard Vanille de Madagascar, Kahlua, Owen's Mixers Espresso
Beast of Bourbon
Knob Creek bourbon, maple syrup, chocolate bitters, orange
Strawberry Fields
Captain Morgan spiced rum, Disaronno amaretto, strawberry, passion fruit, mint, lime
Havana Twist Mojito
SelvaRey white rum, mint, raspberry, blackberry, lime
Rock Me Hurricane
Cruzan aged light and spiced rums, orange, lime, passion fruit, pomegranate, Myers's dark rum
Hound Dog Mule
New Amsterdam vodka, Owen's ginger beer & grapefruit, lime
Cadillac Margarita
Espolòn reposado tequila, Grand Marnier, lime, lemon
Fire Arrow Margarita
Flecha Azul blanco, Bittermens Hellfi re, Cointreau, passion fruit, lime, agave
Strawberry Ginger Lemonade
Tito's vodka, strawberry, ginger, lemon
Get L.I.T. (Long Island)
Wheatley, El Jimador, Cruzan, Beefeater, lemon & lime, cola
Watermelon Chili Margarita
Flecha Azul blanco, Owen's watermelon & chili, lime
Memphis Blues Sangria
choice of red or white wine, brandy, fresh fruits and juices

What 749 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.2

4.2 based on recent ratings

3.8Food
4.4Service
3.9Ambience
3.8Value

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749 Reviews

D
Denise
VIP
San Diego
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on November 16, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We enjoyed fast, friendly service and the burgers were delicious.
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Silver
San Diego
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 2, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Stopped in before a concert for appetizers. Service was quick and efficient.
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Kathleen
Phoenix
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on October 5, 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 1
There was no one there due to the environment around this property. It was a waste of time - and we are die Hard House of Blues Fans!
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Mike
San Diego
34 reviews
2.0
34 reviews
Dined on August 3, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 4
Arrived 5 minutes early for a 7 pm reservation and we were told they were full and didn't have a table for us. Asked to see the manager or hostess to resolve. Hostess was irritated and gave us the impression we were bothering her. The staff all looked stressed and the restaurant seemed to be under staffed. We finally were seated and it took close to 45 minutes for a glass of wine, a beer, a bowl of Jambalaya and a Cesar chicken wrap. We almost didn't make the 8 pm performance (an hour for dinner should have been sufficient). Chicken in the wrap was so dry it was barely edible; jambalaya was good. Our server was very good but was rushing to cover all her tables. Our issue was with the front staff, the timeliness of the food and the quality of the food.
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OT
OpenTable Diner
San Diego
2 reviews
2.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 8, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 5
Great place to catch a show. Cool venue/ambiance. However, get dinner elsewhere. Food was terrible.
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OpenTable Diner
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 29, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Loved it, vibe was cool here and right next to the show we were going to watch later on that night.
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Kyler
San Diego
5 reviews
3.0
5 reviews
Dined on April 24, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Lively atmosphere Fun experience Food not so good 3 Stars
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OpenTable Diner
San Diego
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on March 17, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
The Service was good but food was not hot it was cold
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LorrieM
San Diego
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 25, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
It was our first time dining at the House of Blues. I don't know if we would return. Unfortunately, our sever was not very friendly or proficient in customer service. When we all had ordered drinks 4 of us received our drinks. We waited on our last guest to get theirs to cheers as we were celebrating my birthday. We waited for Conner to return 20 minutes later just to tell us they didn't have 805 on draft and asked if he would accept a can. He said yes, then that took another 10 minutes to get. I had walked to the bar to inquire about our guests drink and the employee behind the bar was rude and not helpful at all. Then when going to attend the concert there were 3 lines VIP, Fast Pass & General Admission. They let VIP in but then they let Fast Pass and General Admission in at the same time. I had heard good things about the House of Blues, yet was very disappointed by our experience.
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OpenTable Diner
San Diego
2 reviews
3.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 25, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
Making reservations was the way. Happy prices were a great deal even on event night. Service was less than ok. Need to ask about napkins and to check on drink orders. Food was a great value from the happy hour menu, not from normal menu. It was dark In there to read the menu so bring your phone flashlight. Eating there before an event got us “Fast passes” which was a great treat! Overall a good night out!
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FAQs

House of Blues Restaurant & Bar - San Diego is rated 4.2 stars by 749 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Permanently Closed

This restaurant is permanently closed.

Google Map for House of Blues Restaurant & Bar - San Diego

1055 Fifth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101

Additional information

Cross street
Broadway
Neighborhood
Downtown
Hours of operation
Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 4:00 pm–12:00 am Sat 10:00 am–12:00 am Sun 10:00 am–10:00 pm Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Sun 4:00 pm–6:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
Trolley: Blue and Orange lines, 5th Ave.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Entertainment
LIVE MUSIC ON THE SALVATION STAGE (All Ages - No Cover) Enjoy a cocktail at our Salvation Alley Bar and groove to one of the many rock or blues bands booked Tuesday– Saturday on the SALVATION Stage. Check out our website for the full show lineup.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.houseofblues.com/sandiego?y_source=1_MTU2MzYxNjItODYwLWxvY2F0aW9uLndlYnNpdGU=
Phone number
(619) 299-2583
Private party facilities
House of Blues San Diego offers many different unique private event spaces for all sizes and types of events including corporate parties, meetings, concerts, receptions, fundraisers, birthdays, weddings, bar/bat Mitzvahs or product launches.
Private party contact
Erin Sawyer: (619) 525-1932

House of Blues Restaurant & Bar - San Diego

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Featured

BBQ Nachos

Crispy Fried Tenders

Smash Fries

Mac & Cheese Skillet

Jalapeño Cornbread

Crispy Brussels Sprouts

Green Room

Chipotle Chicken Caesar

Southern Salad

Mains

Jambalaya

Cajun Chicken Pasta

Shrimp N' Grits

NY Steak & Fries

Handhelds

HOB Smash

Hot Chicken Sando

BBQ Bacon Smash

Chicken Caesar Wrap

Everything LegendaryTM Burger

BBQ Brisket Sando

Pulled Pork Sando

Sweets

Bread Pudding

Churro Fries

Signature Handcrafted Cocktails

Espresso Martini

Beast of Bourbon

Strawberry Fields

Havana Twist Mojito

Rock Me Hurricane

Hound Dog Mule

Cadillac Margarita

Fire Arrow Margarita

Strawberry Ginger Lemonade

Get L.I.T. (Long Island)

Watermelon Chili Margarita

Memphis Blues Sangria

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