Explore San Diego's best late night — from the classics everyone knows to the neighborhood spots that deserve more attention.
Little Italy
“A seafood restaurant that actually respects its fish”
$$$ · Restaurants · 7.4
Clairemont
“Sizzling soon tofu that'll warm your soul at 11pm”
$ · Restaurants · 2.8
Clairemont
“The tonkotsu broth is what put San Diego ramen on the map”
$$ · Restaurants · 2.8
Gaslamp Quarter
$$ · Restaurants · 2.7
Gaslamp Quarter
“No-frills Mexican counter-serve joint featuring Tijuana tacos, mulas, loaded fries & more.”
$ · Restaurants · 2.6
Gaslamp Quarter
“Energetic nightspot featuring 3 rooms with varied music including hip hop, Latin & Top 40.”
$ · Cocktail Bars · 2.5

North Park
$ · Breweries · 2.5
East Village
$ · Japanese · 2.5
Pacific Beach
$ · Bars · 2.5

La Jolla
$ · Bars · 2.5

Old Town
$ · Breweries · 2.5

North Park
$ · Bars · 2.5
East Village
$ · Restaurants · 2.5
Mira Mesa
$ · Restaurants · 2.5
East Village
“Stylish Mexican eatery & bar decorated in bare wood serving Baja-style coastal cuisine & cocktails.”
$$ · Restaurants · 2.5
University City
$ · Restaurants · 2.5
Gaslamp Quarter
“Unfussy, pint-sized counter-serve Mexican eatery popular for burritos, tacos & housemade churros.”
$ · Restaurants · 2.5

Clairemont
$ · Restaurants · 2.5
Gaslamp Quarter
“Dueling piano players lead the crowd in classic-rock sing-alongs at this rollicking eatery & bar.”
$$ · Restaurants · 2.4
Gaslamp Quarter
$ · Restaurants · 2.4

North Park
$ · Bars · 2.4
Golden Hill
$ · Restaurants · 2.4
Gaslamp Quarter
“Rollicking no-cover destination offers American comfort grub, mixed drinks & nightly specials.”
$ · American · 2.4

Gaslamp Quarter
“Wine, cocktails & light eats, plus DJs & live music, in a hip, tucked-away lounge with quirky decor.”
$$ · Wine Bars · 2.4

Little Italy
$ · Pizza · 2.4

Bankers Hill
$ · American · 2.4
Gaslamp Quarter
“Headlining comedians plus emerging talent perform at this intimate club in an underground setting.”
$$$ · Cocktail Bars · 2.4

North Park
“A variety soft pretzels are served with housemade beer cheese sauce in straightforward surrounds.”
$ · Restaurants · 2.4

North Park
“Neighborhood slice shop serving pizza, burgers & daily-changing specials in a no-frills space.”
$ · Restaurants · 2.4

North Park
$ · Bars · 2.4

Pacific Beach
$ · American · 2.4
Little Italy
“Taxidermy & old books line the walls of this hip gastropub, serving seasonal eats & craft cocktails.”
$$ · American · 2.4

Pacific Beach
$$ · Seafood · 2.4

Pacific Beach
$$ · Pizza · 2.4

Bay Park
$ · Breweries · 2.4

La Jolla
“Spicy curries, noodles & other Thai fare dished up in easygoing surrounds with patio seating.”
$$ · Thai · 2.4

University City
$$ · Japanese · 2.4

La Jolla
$$ · Seafood · 2.4
Point Loma
$$ · Chinese · 2.4
East Village
$ · Coffee Shops · 2.4
Gaslamp Quarter
“Intimate, moody bar pairing handcrafted drinks with New American plates featuring exotic meats.”
$$ · American · 2.4
Gaslamp Quarter
“Elegant coffee/tobacco shop offering espresso drinks, cigars & hookah smoking till late.”
$ · Coffee Shops · 2.4
Gaslamp Quarter
“Restaurant & bar featuring 1,800+ whiskeys alongside food such as burgers, sausages & charcuterie.”
$$ · Brunch Spots · 2.4
Gaslamp Quarter
“Stylish, red-hued haunt with a 1930s vibe, featuring live music & seasonally inspired cocktails.”
$$ · Cocktail Bars · 2.4
Gaslamp Quarter
$ · Sushi · 2.4
Gaslamp Quarter
$ · Sushi · 2.4
La Jolla
$ · Bars · 2.4
Little Italy
“Trendy tiki bar located within Craft & Commerce, serving strong drinks in tropical surrounds.”
$$$ · Bars · 2.4
Gaslamp Quarter
$ · Sushi · 2.4
Gaslamp Quarter
“Ice cream establishment featuring sundaes, shakes & malts, plus ice cream cakes to order.”
$ · Ice Cream & Dessert · 2.4