Harbor Town Pub

This spot had been on our list for a while, and we’re so glad we finally made it out to watch a Padres game! It’s a great family-friendly dive bar with a laid-back, lively vibe. There were multiple TVs throughout the bar and lots of Padres fans cheering alongside us, which made it even more fun. The food was great, and the overall atmosphere was exactly what we were hoping for. On top of that, they have a small arcade tucked away in the back, which was a hit with the kids... and with us! (Of course, we couldn’t resist playing a few games—my personal favorite was the duck claw machine, and we even walked away with two new ducks for our collection!) The service was excellent too. You order food and drinks at the counter, get a number for your table, and they bring everything out to you. After that, you can order another round directly from a server if you want, just make sure to close out your tab either with the server or back at the counter before you leave. Bonus: They have a parking lot in the back, which is a huge plus since parking can be tricky in this area. If you're looking for a casual, fun spot to catch a game, grab some food, and enjoy a great atmosphere, this place is definitely worth checking out!

Great people, great drinks, great atmosphere, and GREAT FOOD! Ever since I had the Tuna Tostado I have been dreaming of it. This place is so much fun. Saddle up to the bar and you are sure to strike up a conversation with friendly locals. I enjoyed chatting with Captain Chris, and Greg, and that other guy who sat next to us. Try the food! Oh, and walk around the place and check out the murals, including the Padres one in the back parking lot.

We stopped in here during our visit to San Diego. We were here over the Thanksgiving weekend. The place wasn't that busy. We got seated very quickly. We ordered the Steakhouse burgers which was very delicious and full of flavor. We also had several draft beers and a margarita. The drinks were very refreshing. We enjoyed our visit and the staff were very nice and friendly, however the music was obnoxiously loud which shorted our visit.

Pub/Bar If I lived in Point Loma, this would be my neighborhood bar. Food is really good. One of the best burgers I’ve had here in Southern California. The staff is one of the friendliest and welcoming. Everything you want from a pub. Vibe - ☘️☘️☘️☘️☘️ Food & Drink - ☘️☘️☘️☘️☘️ Value - ☘️☘️☘️☘️ ☘️ Service - ☘️☘️☘️☘️☘️ Overall - ☘️☘️☘️☘️☘️

I pass this place on my work commute every day but never knew it was there until a work function. Now my coworkers and I try a new item on their menu at least once a week. The food quality and portions to price is like back in the day. The atmosphere and staff are amazing.

This is one of the best bar experiences I have had. All of the staff are on it. The beer list is great. I had the tacos on taco Tuesday and they were terrific. Shout out to bartender Ben and the whole crew. I’m highly recommend this place.

Locals pub with order at counter food. Some local drunks also to avoid. Good Burger and Chipotle chicken sandwich. Friendly staff.

In town visiting my son and his wife. This is great little place to grab a drink and dish. Food was amazing , but i was pretty hungry. Service and atmosphere was very friendly. Would recommend stopping in.

Family and I wandered into this place based on a college student's recommendation back in 2016. Is that a smart thing to do, you might think. Well, turns out it was. Not only do they serve good food and drinks, but every single time we've been there since (most recent visit was Saturday, May 18, 2025), staff has been GREAT. I've not experienced a salty, ill mannered, grumpy pants working there yet. All have always had a smile and a greeting attitude. Most recently, Chris was especially welcoming with all. Through these few years, we've seen the pub's format change a bit, but who can blame them for keeping up with the current environment. When we first visited in 2016, there was a host(ess) that would greet and seat you and you'd have a server table side take your order. Then, COVID: no host(ess), masks, outdoor seating, no servers table side, QR menus, pick-up your own order, etc. Post COVID, still no hostess, seat yourself, and order at the window. They do however, have servers that will deliver your food and tend to you while you enjoy your meal and drinks. The menu has changed a bit over the years also but everything we've tried starting with the H-Town Chicken & Waffles, Steak & Eggs Scramble, appetizers, and burgers have been good. Not a complaint to be remembered. Could we nitpick? We all could. But we can do that at EVERY establishment we visit. Although, in recent years (for health reasons) I was encouraged to change my diet (I'm pescatarian now), I'm delighted to say HTP still fits my diet! The Greta! The Veggie Torta! The Farmer's Scramble! The Seared Ahi Tuna Salad! The Fillet-O-Awesome! The Ahi Club (no bacon)! And let's not forget the IPAs...Chasing Awesome and Chasing Citra! All Pho-King amazing. My mouth is watering just thinking about it. But I haven't even told you about the BEST part. I can take my scrubby mutt along, sit in the place and the staff will happily bring you water, or chow for your furry buddies! Even better, they all love having your four legged companions visit them. This is most definitely a family-friendly, local pub that's grateful for, and respects their patrons. Something you rarely see at commercialized chain restaurants. I'm thankful to that college student who gave us this recommendation. Thanks for steering us towards this place.

This spot had been on our list for a while, and we're so glad we finally made it out to watch a Padres game! It's a great family-friendly dive bar with a laid-back, lively vibe. There were multiple TVs throughout the bar and lots of Padres fans cheering alongside us, which made it even more fun. The food was great, and the overall atmosphere was exactly what we were hoping for. On top of that, they have a small arcade in the back, which was a hit with the kids... and with us! (Of course, we couldn't resist playing a few games--my personal favorite was the duck claw machine, and we even walked away with two new ducks for our collection!) The service was excellent too. You order food and drinks at the counter, get a number for your table, and they bring everything out to you. After that, you can order another round directly from a server if you want, just make sure to close out your tab either with the server or back at the counter before you leave. Bonus: They have a parking lot in the back, which is a huge plus since parking can be tricky in this area. If you're looking for a casual, fun spot to catch a game, grab some food, and enjoy a great atmosphere, this place is definitely worth checking out!

The walk up counter works great .the staff brought out our beers right away. It wasn't very long that our food arrived nice and hot . My bah Mi sandwich was delicious and my DW's hot chicken sandwich was excellent. They are dog friendly with water bowls. Definitely a great local sports bar.

We love coming here. Great ambiance and food. They have arcade games, lots of seating and our favorite thing to order are the buffalo cauliflower bites. This time we ordered the buffalo bites and the fish and chips. Both were great! Buffalo bites are always perfection. The fish and chips were crunchy and flaky. The service is always great. We've never had a bad experience here

Awesome vibes here at this local watering hole. This small town Pub has an abundance of entertainment from Bingo to darts & pinball machines to video games. The pub-style food is also very good and their late night hours make it an ideal spot to meet & greet. I stopped in on a Thursday night and it was Bingo night! They also have a great draft beer selection and custom cocktails served up by a super friendly staff that wants to know you by name. My kind of place when in the mood for a rather loud environment that balances a varsity of music with ongoing Bingo announcements. Having the late night munchies, I zoned in on their Pub Burger! Cooked to a juicy medium with a side wedge salad instead of fries. Delicious! Washing it all down with a frosty local Lager, made my night complete. My friend and co-worker, had a fresh grilled Ahi plate that he wolfed down with great pleasure. Definitely in my bookmarks now for Brew Pubs. A Five Star Fabulous night, where the laid back vibe of having fun and a delicious meal, frosty beer & friendly service, made all the Stars align making everything alright! Aloha & Mahalo Harbor Town! In the heart of the inner City that glimmers with Excellence.

Super fun and loud bar. We stopped in on a Thursday night and had drinks and food. They had bingo at 8:30 and didn't realize how fun that would be. The guy announcing the game was great and got the whole bar involved. They have a great beer and bourbon selection and play good music. Food is better than your average pub and prices are reasonable. We went back for happy hour and pinball the next day. They have parking, but it's a small lot. And when I say loud, the place is LOUD, so you have to want that vibe. It's not great for a sit and talk to your friends night.

Chill spot. Laid back, order at the window for service. Good craft beer selection and yummy bites to eat. I had a steak sandwich with chimichurri sauce

I absolutely love this place! I used to live a few blocks away and would regularly walk here to either eat, drink or just socialize. The food is bar food as expected, but some other menu choices you don't normally encounter with "bar food" like seared Ahi over a salad or any way you'd like. The service is always top-notch and they genuinely care that you're having a perfect meal.

Cinco de Mayo ready this is the place to do work lunch the customer service and atmosphere can't be beat.

The liveliest spot in town for Thursday night bingo! With delicious bar food, a loud and cheerful crowd, and a family-friendly vibe, so it's fun for everyone. I've literally seen people of all ages here at hingo having a hoot. They also have plenty of arcade games, lots of seating, and amazing staff.

Staying in SD and found this place after a quick Yelp search...of course. It was open to the street and had a good bit of volume coming from the inside, peeps starting off the holiday weekend right. Food service is all ordered from the end of the bar. It was quick and the dude working the counter had his system wired. It was fast and easy.drinks and appetizers came out quick. Buffalo cauliflower was lit. My kicking mule was great. We had the jalapeño bacon burger and SD cheesesteak. Both were delicious and well executed. Free shot on Friday night to thank the patrons. It was fireball or something but I thought it was a great touch. Well done Harbor Town Pub crew! You killed it!

Foggy night and a good burger in point Loma. Burger was cooked to my liking and had mostly normal toppings which was my choice. Loaded fries had its moments with the fries needing to be a bit crispier. Chipotle chicken sandwich also good. Some local drunks. But nice staff.

Great food, awesome ambience, and even better for families with small kids or hanging out with a bunch of buddies to play arcade games Love Harbour Town... highly recommend to head here even if you have to go out of your way as it's clear a neighborhood joint.

This is by far one of my favorite establishments in San Diego, specifically Point Loma. The food is top notch, and the service you will receive is very consistent and strong. I've been a regular for 4 years or so because of the atmosphere. Lots of draft beers, fun shots and Padres games in stereo. Some of my favorite orders are the Sliders, California Burrito and the free popcorn- yes you heard. Thank you Jen for making my weekly experience entertaining!

I got a French 75. Strong and well-made. I couldn't exactly tell one taco from another because I got two meat tacos and two fish tacos. They were all good enough for me. The problem is I spent over $60. I'm not sure when 4 tacos and two drinks started equaling over $60 before tip but take me back to the good old days. The people were nice. The music was loud. I paid on the jukebox and it was blaring. I'm not sure if that's what you like. Update: After posting, the business followed up with a very well written, solution based response. It came from an understanding place instead of a defensive one. I will be returning. It's hard to find customer service like this.

Carlee is absolutely amazing and always makes the HTP experience fun. She juggles drinks with a smile and cracks jokes to make us all laugh. If you haven't been to HTP you need to go... NOW!!

Local bar, it was Bingo at 8:30 On Thursday and the place was packed. Great food and cold beer. Had a smash burger with fries and their cheesesteak sandwich. Both were delicious, (the cheesesteak was a killer the next day, lol). Local drafts and nice locals having fun. Would come back again.

This is not just your regular run of the mill bar, it is truly a neighborhood staple. It was so refreshing to walk in and enjoy more of a restaurant feel. This place is great for families- they offer high chairs if needed! And truly just a nice place to pop in for lunch/dinner. The staff is extremely friendly; truly gives a Cheers vibes, because everybody will know and remember your name lol. When you walk in there's an area in the back near the game room where you can order. They give you a number and you grab whichever spot calls to you! They have so many screens on with different games and one dedicated to the music reel playing. Great music selection, it was hard not to belt out every single song. My food came out very fast and fresh, it was such a nice touch. Drinks were made with so much love, I could hear the bartender shaking my drink from across the bar . If you're looking for a good, but sneaky, little cocktail The Point Loma Pancha is a must when you come! Seriously *chefs kiss* Definitely worth stopping by if you're looking for lunch, dinner, drinks or some fun!

Always a great time at the friendly neighborhood Harbor Town Pub! The food is great and the crew is even better! Plenty of brews for every taste and mixed drinks to perfection - with the nice cherry! Shoutout to the boys Alex, Blossom and Kris-man in the front for taking care of us- Larvae, Mike and the boys in the back cooking to Chef Gordan Ramsy's approval, Jen, Shannon, the Morgans, Nina, Carlee and the rest of the gals for all they do to keep the place shining. It always feels like home. Games in the back, party in the front. Come by and have a good time! Can't thank Jen and Larvae enough for going out their way to secure the late night quesadilla. All love! -Capt Chris

Awesome ambiance. Solid prices. If padres win, $2 domestic beers. The food surprised me. Didn't expect the quality to be so high and the portions to be hefty. The staff is great and very entertaining. They provide quick and straight to the point service. Would return for sports, drinks, or to grab a quick bite.

The food was so delicious! I like bar food, but I LOVE THIS bar food. Everything tastes fresh and full of flavor! The service was fun and speedy thanks to the bartender Ben and server Morgan! Great atmosphere as well. I will absolutely be back!

Had dinner with our son and food was so tasty! Lots of guilty pleasures on the menu! Good for the soul not for the heart!! Burgers are juicy and huge! Service is fantastic! The restaurant is super casual and homey; great for watching the Padres!

Just in for a round and some arcade games no matter what this is your place to stop on Point Loma for fun, a drink, snack, or a great meal! The staff is always incredible and the ambience is artfully crafted for such a modern bar!

What a nice pub in Pt Loma! It's divey with games, music friendly staff. We had tacos and they were delicious. I'll come back for more. Drinks were good with with good selections

They had Bingo on Friday! This place is a local hidden gem. The staff are some of the friendliest people I've met in the area, and the food is top notch for being a bar! The ambiance is definitely giving dive bar, but who cares? The music is great, and the booths are perfect for groups. I brought my parents around 10:30pm, and they had a blast I had one of the burgers and really enjoyed it! Overall, don't expect a 5 star environment, but do expect a 5 star crew with food that'll make you smile.

Been here over half a dozen times. Every time good food, good beer, and amazing staff (Ben most recently, but you all always on point.). Money well spent, always, and consistently good vibes with good memories. No need for a lengthy critique, come in your looking for a good pub and good people; you'll find it here.

I've been here a couple times, it's a great bar with delicious bar food. It even impressed some foodie friends with their bahn mi sliders and other interesting menu items

We love this place! Whenever we visit SD we make this a stop! Excellent food, friendly staff and a fun spot to chill and watch a game!!

Great vibe! Lots of locals. Sliders are a hit (you will not regret) and they have a self serve popcorn machine and wheel of "shots" you can spin. Service is great and consistent every-time we visit. Mostly counter and bar service but everyone is attentive.

My boss recently moved our office to Rosecrans St and I was really excited to know that we would be so close to Harbor Town Pub. The first time I had come here was on a date with my then boyfriend, now husband, so it holds a little special place to me! Now that it's closer to me, I've got to order lunch a couple times and I am hooked. I order online, wait 15 minutes and walk right over super easy. Plus the service is always so fast and friendly, I love it. So far I've only ordered the Crispy Red Hot Chicken Sandwich and it is so delicious, it's fried chicken, Franks Red Hot sauce, blue cheese and bacon. I crave this sandwich so frequently, but I have to control myself! The chicken is always so tender and flavorful and the blue cheese is perfect cheese to go with it and I forgot the best part it also has crispy onions, ugh so good. The sandwich does come with fries and they're always crispy but you are able to add to it, I've had it with garlic and it's perfectly stinky. My husband wants to come back where we can have dinner together so I'll have to try something different then. But please check them out, food is delicious and service is so friendly, definitely my new go to.

I stopped in for dinner not too long ago and it was a great experience! Very cool vibe. My sister and boyfriend both really liked their burgers. I opted for something different-a burrito. Not bad, but let's be real, if you want a really good burrito-you're gonna go to a taco shop. Really tasty salsa though! Anyway, I'll definitely be back, but I'll probably order a burger next time :)

This is the friendliest, most genuine place I've ever been to in my life. Jen, a recent transplant from LV is a treasure. Their kitchen is open late night and the menu though limited is solid. Run don't walk.

The food at Harbor Town is really good. I got the Bahn Mi Chicken Burrito and my wife got the Poke Nachos, and both were absolutely delicious. Staff was super awesome, made you feel like a regular even if you're there for the first time. The pub is family friendly with popcorn for the kiddos (or adults like me who love popcorn). Great mood inside, not super loud or obnoxious. Definitely look forward to going back!

Decent amount of free parking in back. Went for lunch so there was a lot of tables available. The place is very clean and the set up for getting your food is quick. The service is also great!

We stopped in on a Friday night and also during the day. The place is popping at night! Music, games, good food and friendly service is what you'll find here! Get the ginger soy wings!! They were the best wings I've tasted in a LONG time. Unique and not the run of the mill taste. The burgers and sliders were good, the family also really liked the bbq pork nachos. Honestly everything was amazing both times we stopped in and would definitely pop in again.

Fabulous tasting food with a creative variety, laid back atmosphere of classic rock music videos playing on the tvs, and artwork on the walls. Servers/cashier were friendly and accommodating to review the ingredients list to see what I could eat as gluten free- but taking off a star because they didn't have many gluten free options, nor indications of "GF" on the menu, so I had to determine I could have the seared ahi tuna over rice and slaw WITHOUT the soy glaze sauce (which made it somewhat lacking in flavor- though the horseradish sauce drizzle added a nice touch.) The roasted Brussels were crispy, scalding, and beautiful, and for 6$ I was incredibly pleased. Would return for quick service, fun atmosphere, and a fulfilling meal!

Very disappointed! I've been coming here for quite some time and ordered the espresso martinis tonight only to realize that they are hand shaken now not out of the machine and no alcohol just all espresso for $35!

Oh boy, the food is awesome and plentiful! The service is dynamite and you can't go wrong by picking this environment to have food and enjoy your friends.

I came here on Father's Day with a group of friends. You order from the counter first and then go sit down. The portions were very good sized. And the food was also good. I got the French toast and some kind of steak scramble thing with tortillas. We did have to ask for more tortillas as they only give you two and you definitely need more if you want to make little tacos. The place is pet friendly which is nice. There's also a little arcade game area. They have parking and there was street parking as well and we had no problem finding parking on the street. It's a small establishment but super cute. For a drink I had the Bloody Mary and it was not very good and for $10 I felt that should have been better. If I go back I definitely will not order a drink.

Well so glad I walked 23 mins from Point Loma Annex to come here. I was going to Uber to waterfront. And changed my mind. Then I find out same owners. But man. My sandwich was so good!!!! Flavorful. Yummy. I didn't catch everyone's names but Alex, Carley, Erica were great. Highly recommend. My friend got a burrito and loved it. I got the Argentinian yum. The burgers looked great. Will come back (if in area)

How have I not reviewed Harbor Town Pub before? This PL spot is beloved by all. Literally every server introduces themselves to each customer. Ambiance is sports bar meets family pub with a touch of colored lights, popcorn, a great juke box and a water buffalo. Don't ask questions just go and have a blast. There is a parking lot out back that somehow seems to have spots even when the pub is busy. There's late night food too! Guys. It's such a satisfying experience every dang time. The drinks are cold and poured quickly, and the food is great. The fish sandwich is epic. One might consider it the Michelin version of a filet-o-fish from that Scottish place with the Golden Arches. The Brussels are ooooooh so good! Portions are big. Fries are crispy and hot. Hot Chicken, Banh Mi and the Cali Burrito all hit home too. You can't go wrong. I have no good food pics because I always smash it all into my mouf immediately.

I guess I can see the appeal....its a good place to watch a ball game and there is an arcade if you have kids. The service is good and the atmosphere is pretty good. The food is gross though.

We totally lucked out when our search for a place to watch the Steelers play the Chargers led us to Harbor Town Pub, The service was out of this world - the team all works together and they are all super friendly and cool. Special shout out to Bri, Ben and Morgan, who made our experience so special. I should also point out that we were rooting for the Steelers in Chargers country and the fans were enthusiastic, but not agro. The food. Wow. We had the Portuguese sausage burrito and the farmer's scramble - both out of this world and unlike the usual bar fare. Extra bonus points for Heinz ketchup and local hot sauce on the table (have I mentioned that I'm a homer for the Burgh?). Drinks are great, decor is fun, sound system is perfect, half time music, bumps, but again, the service here is next level and truly sets it apart, HTP for MVP!

The service here is questionable. The bartender was rude to me in front of a full bar. I was then passed on to another bartender by the first associate. When I asked for the manager, I was told that the person who had just passed me off was the manager. I said nothing and walked away. Later, the "manager" came over to the table and apologized for being rude, acknowledging that they were in the wrong. I'm not sure why a manager would ever act this way at an establishment that is presumably not owned by this manager. By the way, we were a party of three that spent over $200 on food and drinks (I got up to go to the bar for a second drink during the incident). My third drink was across the street at a fish place. You probably shouldn't turn down good business..... good luck Chad such a good joke that your manager didn't want to take my order ? I don't need drinks bought for me. I need good service. Not sure what you're trying to argue. It was bad service and this is the post about it. Yes, Go padres.... I hope you win some more achievements ....any.

It's been almost 7 years since I first reviewed Harbor Town and it is still just as good now as it was then! It's one of those places that I can count on for good food, good drinks, and awesome service every single time I go in. But my main reason for visiting is the Waterfront Sliders *drool* It's the same great sliders without having to battle the Waterfront crowds - win-win! It's still very much a neighborhood bar and that's a good thing. Not the kind you feel like an outsider in, but the kind that you feel like a friend in. If you haven't been to Harbor Town before, I highly recommend it. And if you haven't been because you don't go to Point Loma often, head there an hour or two before you catch your flight and check it out. It's worth it!

The food and drinks were fine, but I had a concerning experience with their billing practices. When I accidentally left my tab open yesterday (they don't hold your card to leave a tab open), they auto-charged a tip that was higher than their stated policy. When questioned, I received three different explanations: first it was supposed to be 22%, then 25% on the total including tax, then I was told about a 4% service charge that wasn't even listed on the receipt. The manager offered to comp drinks on a future visit and I declined. While the service during my visit was okay, the inconsistent explanations about their charging practices and hidden fees make me uncomfortable returning. I recommend checking your receipt carefully if you visit and don't hold a tab.

Amazing place. They have great food and drink, and expanded game room is great for all ages. They're also super supportive of the local community which is fantastic.

Just love this place :-) such a cool vibe and always a happy friendly staff. Plus they just updated their side room with new pinball and arcade games. Amazing sliders too.

Honestly? Outstanding vibes! Came here as the last stop during a night out and had no idea what to expect. Looks can be deceiving as the exterior didn't look like much yet the inside was modern cozy. Definitely felt like a locals spot, especially for Thursday night trivia. Loved how casual and cozy this place felt. One thing that stood out was the friendliness of the staff. The person operating the register and the bartenders were genuinely nice. The drinks were good and I look forward to returning in the future to try more of their menu.