Beach Party: A Neighborhood Guide to Pacific Beach

by Erin Chambers - Citysearch Editor - 9,287 Reviews - 164 Lists

Updated: November 27, 2008

From crazy spring break bars to a quiet walk on the beach, we've picked out the best of best in PB.

On this page:Top Pacific Beach Restaurants, Best PB Bars.

Top Pacific Beach Restaurants

  1. 1 4 Star Rating: Recommended Pacific Beach Bar & Grill
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    860 Garnet Ave, San Diego, CA 92109 (map)

    Were you voted most popular in high school? Hang out with your peers at this see and be seen spot.

  2. 2 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Green Flash
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    710 Thomas Ave, San Diego, CA 92109 (map)

    Come see if the sunset legend is true at this on-the-boardwalk eatery with unobstructed views of the beach.

  3. 3 4 Star Rating: Recommended Jordan Restaurant
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    723 Felspar St, San Diego, CA 92109 (map)

    Looking to mingle with the beach's well-heeled, high-style bunch? Grab a table on the patio.

  4. 4 3 Star Rating: Average Bar West
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    959 Hornblend St, San Diego, CA 92109 (map)

    The beach scene gets chic off Garnet with a stylish restaurant and lounge that caters to the downtown crowd.

  5. 5 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Zanzibar
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    976 Garnet Ave, San Diego, CA 92109 (map)

    Coffeehouse serves up made-from-scratch omelets, waffles, soups, salads, sandwiches, pizzas and desserts in a casual, chic setting with outdoor patio.

  6. 6 3 Star Rating: Average Gringos Cantina
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    4474 Mission Blvd, San Diego, CA 92109 (map)

    Fresh Mexican food and fancy margaritas at this Mission Blvd hot spot are about as upscale as it gets at the beach.

  7. 7 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Lamont Street Grill
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    4445 Lamont St, San Diego, CA 92109 (map)

    Looking for a quiet getaway in the heart of PB? See if you can find this gem off Garnet.

Best PB Bars

  1. 8 2.5 Star Rating: Below Average R T's Longboard Grill
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    1466 Garnet Ave, San Diego, CA 92109 (map)

    Hot to rub elbows with the local surfer crowd? Get in line early here on the Garnet strip.

  2. 9 4 Star Rating: Recommended Bub's Dive Bar & Grill
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    1030 Garnet Ave, San Diego, CA 92109 (map)

    It's seedy, it's cheap and just a tad scummy. And that's why we love it.

  3. 10 4 Star Rating: Recommended Turquoise Street Bistro
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    873 Turquoise St, Pacific Beach, CA 92109 (map)

    Come see why North PB is breaking away with it's own personality--and serene bar scene.

  4. 11 3 Star Rating: Average Bar West
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    959 Hornblend St, San Diego, CA 92109 (map)

    The beach scene gets chic off Garnet with a stylish restaurant and lounge that caters to the downtown crowd.

  5. 12 3 Star Rating: Average Firehouse
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    722 Grand Ave, San Diego, CA 92109 (map)

    PB's latest loungy restaurant sports a California/Baja menu with two bars and a hip rooftop deck.

  6. 13 4 Star Rating: Recommended Lahaina Beach Club
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    710 Oliver Ave, San Diego, CA 92109 (map)

    An arm's length from the sand, this is simply the best on the PB boardwalk.

  7. 14 2.5 Star Rating: Below Average Typhoon Saloon
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    1165 Garnet Ave, San Diego, CA 92109 (map)

    A PB institution. We dare you to wear flip flops on the weekend.

  8. 15 The Tavern
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    1200 Garnet Ave, San Diego, CA 92109 (map)

    Can't get in to Typhoon's across the street? Try this PB stalwart for good times and no lines.