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LIPS - San Diego, San Diego, CA

LIPS - San Diego

5.0
5
73 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 11 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Lively
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
Lips has been San Diego's ULTIMATE in Drag Dining for 25 years! Dinner, Drinks & fabulous Drag Shows, as well as Brunch on Saturdays & Sundays. Enjoy a great meal & cocktails served up by over-the-top Drag Queens.

DIFFERENT SHOWS WEDNESDAY THRU SUNDAY. Wed: Bithcy Bingo; Thur: Dining with the Divas; Fri: Glitz & Glam Dinner; Sat: 2 Dragalicious Brunches & 2 Glitz & Glam Dinners; Sun: 2 Gospel Brunches & Sunday Nite Showstoppers. ***Prices- Wed/Thur/Sun Dinner: $35.95(shoe & 3-course dinner, drinks additional); Sat/Sun Brunch: $42.95(Show, meal & bottomless Mimosas/Champagne/Bloody Mary; Fri/Sat Nite: $49.95(show & 3-course dinner,drinks additional)

All shows subject to 7.75%sales tax & 20% suggested gratuity; $12 celebration package for Birthdays/Bachelorette/Anniversary/Promotion/Graduation. 16+ to enter; 21+ to Drink. GOVERNMENT ID REQUIRED-ALL IDS CHECKED AT THE DOOR

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Hours of operation
    Wed–Fri, Sun 7:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat, Sun 10:30 am–4:00 pm Sat 5:30 pm–11:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (619) 295-7900
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Ramiro Mendoza
  • Neighborhood
    North Park
  • Cross street
    We are on the corner of El Cajon & Ohio.
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Public transit
    There is a bus stop right in front on El Cajon.We have our own parking lot. If it is full, there are two options:1)there is metered parking along the street2) The East side of the Carls Jr parking lot(El Cajon & 30th) is friendly to us
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Smoking Area, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Valentine's Day at Lips San Diego

    $71.94 per person

    Feb 14, 2025 only
    This is the night of LOVE and the Ladies of Lips are ready to celebrate! 7pm & 9:30pm Seating - $59.95 includes special three-course meal and Hearts of Love Drag Show! (drinks, tax and 20% tip additional) Join Drag Legend Tootie and the fabulous Ladies of Lips for a night of dinner, drinks, and dazzling drag! 🍽️🍹👑🎭 Make your Valentines Special and celebrate in style at San Diego's #1 Drag Show Palace for over 25 YEARS! 🏙️💎💋 Dinner. Drinks. Show. Celebration. 💋 📅 Fridays | 🌟 LIPS SD| 🎉 Unforgettable Fun
    Valentine's Day at Lips San Diego Photo

What 73 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

5.0
5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 5Ambience
  • 4.9Value

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  • San Diego

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
LIPS in San Diego offers "an absolute wonderful fabulous experience" with vibrant drag performances and a fun atmosphere. Known for "great entertainment" and "amazing service," it's a perfect spot for celebrations or a night out. While some suggest improvements in food variety, the "show was incredible and hilarious," making it a must-visit.

73 Reviews
  1. Mariana

    San Francisco

    9 reviews

    3.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    After experiencing drag shows in SF (Asia SF) this left us a bit disappointed. The ladies were lovely but the lip syncing was disappointing (Felt forced if I’m being honest). Food was decent as well as the drinks. Definitely need more of Jordan’s energy…she was the star of our experience!

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  2. Edgar

    Orange County

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best brunch I have ever been too!!!!! Recommend!!!!!

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  3. ali

    VIP

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great time at this wonderful place. Enjoyed it very much . Highly recommend

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  4. Tatiana

    Orlando

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The manager turned my night around and we had a fantastic time celebrating my birthday. We went on a Wednesday which was a drag show and then a few rounds of bingo after. I even won the first round! The queens are talented and high energy. The host Armani Colby was hilarious. We visited from out of town and hope to be back. The food started with a salad each. Then we got a burger and the tortellini. The portion was surprisingly huge. Delicious but couldn’t finish. And you’re finished with a cheesecake and chocolate cake. Many drink options reasonably priced. They have an atm or just bring cash and they can make change in 1s for tipping during the show.

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  5. Valentina

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great atmosphere, superb service and welcome. It was the Dorset time attending for two of my friends and they were beyond entertained and impressed.

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  6. Arturo

    San Diego

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on January 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great energy and enthusiasm from the entire LIPS team. Performers were funny, brilliant, and super talented. If you want a fun time with your friends, LIPS will not disappoint. The entire experience from briefly waiting in line for your RSVP time in the front, to the friendly greeting by host was flawless and timely. The first welcome impression makes you feel invited. Next comes the drinks; bartender courteous and super friendly made the specialty cocktails on point. As you are greeted by the performers; your order is taken, and your dinner comes out quickly. The whole process from order to food on the table, less than ten minutes. Our party ordered different dishes and each of them were delicious. Portions were also very good. Now, it's for the best part of the evening, the show. WOW! WOW! WOW! Why ruin the specific details? You should see it for yourself. All I can tell you that all performers are athletic, talented, and beautiful. This last visit we had dinner at the 8:30PM show; well worth the time and expense. We will be going back again for the Sunday brunch. It looks like it will be just as fun. Thank you to the entire LIPS team for making our 20th wedding anniversary so special.

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  7. Isa

    Orlando

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    If you're looking for a fun, vibrant spot in San Diego, Lips is the place to be! From the moment you walk in, you’re greeted with warm smiles and an incredibly friendly staff. The service is top-notch—attentive without being overbearing, and they genuinely seem to enjoy what they do. Now, let's talk about the food. Absolutely delicious! Whether you’re in the mood for brunch or a full meal, you won’t be disappointed. The menu offers a great variety, and the flavors are spot on. Oh, and don’t forget the mimosas—they’re perfectly poured, bubbly, and a must-try if you're there for brunch. They do it right! But what really sets Lips apart is the entertainment. The performances are a blast, with talented drag queens bringing tons of energy, humor, and fabulous costumes. It's an immersive experience where you can enjoy a meal, sip on a mimosa, and be entertained all at once. The atmosphere is lively, but not overwhelming, making it the perfect spot for a fun night out with friends, a celebration, or even just a casual brunch. Overall, Lips delivers on all fronts—friendly service, delicious food, great drinks, and unforgettable entertainment. Highly recommend it for anyone looking for a good time in San Diego!

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  8. Celeste

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    10/10 recommend!!! Celebrated my cousins birthday there and all the queens were amazing!! Armani Colby is a blast and a great MC!!! Can’t wait for the next time!

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  9. Aunya

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    10/10 We've been to Lips three times now and it is always a blast!

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  10. Rebecca

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Such a fun evening. Mother, daughter date night. I’ll definitely return for another show.

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LIPS - San Diego is rated 5 stars by 73 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 11 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for LIPS - San Diego

3036 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego, CA 92104-1316

Additional information

  • Cross street
    We are on the corner of El Cajon & Ohio.
  • Neighborhood
    North Park
  • Hours of operation
    Wed–Fri, Sun 7:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat, Sun 10:30 am–4:00 pm Sat 5:30 pm–11:30 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Public transit
    There is a bus stop right in front on El Cajon.We have our own parking lot. If it is full, there are two options:1)there is metered parking along the street2) The East side of the Carls Jr parking lot(El Cajon & 30th) is friendly to us
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Ramiro Mendoza
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Smoking Area, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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