Captain Keno's Restaurant

Captain Keno's is a classic establishment that serves cold beer, strong drinks, an array of classic American dishes in an old-school godfather style setting. It will be a tragic day when this place is gone in a few months. We've sat at the bar (2 drinks for under $10 which is mind blowing in Encinitas) and had a few dinners here with the kids - full spaghetti and garlic bread plates, BLTs, hot turkey dish and soup for less than what you'd spend at In-N-Out. The space is a maze of a restaurant that contains dining rooms with giant red studded leather booths, a 70s diner-style section, a living room style next to the bar. It's like stepping back in time. Bartenders are friendly, crowd is local and appreciates this gem will be shining until they shut their door permanently in June. Grab a hat while you can to preserve the memory of this fine sailor.

I went to Kenos last night, had great steak, good service. I have taken 10 people to Kenos this month. Today I ordered steak again, it was all fat, I asked if they could make me another, or a burger ?The ignorant rude idiotic manager, Jorge, said that he doesn't make any money off of me so he can't do anything for me!I said that's not really my problem and that's not what you tell a customer!He said don't order steak here! Then in front of all the customers he said, go to Dennys.The food workers are in charge and they are getting more rude by the day .I said I've been coming here since I was a kid & that he should not be rude.He said again in front of the other customers, " I DONT CARE HOW LONG YOU HAVE BEEN COMING HERE! "Please do not support Captain Kenos anymore At YMCA in Encinitas, TODAY, I told my friend Leaf , to try it, I think he said his family didn't like the food at Kenos, but my friend Leaf was so nice, he asked me , " WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE DISH AT CAPTAIN KENOS? "I answered: Their Steak !Why would Captain Kenos go out like this?With one of the rudest restaurant managers I've ever met

Who can deny how iconic this place is? Cheap drinks, lifelong friends, random crockpot in the corner with a yummy soup...the list goes on. Thanks for the memories

Old fashioned home cooked food at an affordable price is simply amazing. I look forward to being in that area to go eat there.

The food is always amazing and delicious and so cheap. The workers always treat you like family, it's really comforting.

Capn Kenos is simply just an Encinitas gem that officially closes on June 30th. Incredibly cheap drinks and food, almost everything is under $5, but keep in mind that they are no longer restocking anything so once something is gone, it's gone forever. There's currently no more breakfast and other items have been ran out as well so get there soon! Still has the best workers and keep in mind more busy than usual so I'm glad it's getting the proper send off!

CASH ONLY.It's a restaurant and it's a bar but you want to come for the bar. Yes, it's divey but in the best possible way. There's Christmas lights up in the middle of July and the music is loud and rowdy and there are some absolute characters in the bar. The bartenders are super laid back and friendly. The drink prices are as low as the food prices. Two full dinners cost less than 20 bucks. The clam chowder was terrific and the baby back ribs were really good. The burger? Edible but nothing special. I can't recommend it, sorry.If you want food, you order in the restaurant section, take a number, and they'll bring you your food, even tothe bar. And, you'd never guess it, but the restaurant area is family friendly. Kids are absolutely allowed.This place has been a local landmark forever and it's going to be sad to see it go. No, the food is not amazing but that's not the point. This place has real character. You're almost guaranteed to have fun here (in the bar; the restaurant section was very quiet).

Cheap asss drinks !!! What beats that ?! Come on. It is 10/10 except now I really want to try their food, gotta come earlier than 8:30

Had a great time at this place. I was new and it didn't disappoint Expect a neighborhood bar with food and good prices.

This is a great dive bar / restaurant. They have PacMan in the back and always hand out free food. The other day they handed out corn dogs. Drinks and food are very cheap. They only take cash. Service is always friendly and fast. This spot is a gem.