The Waterfront Bar & Grill

First time in SD and flew back to PHX yesterday after a long few days of drinking and fun. I was incredibly hung over and Lucy was absolutely amazing letting me see if beer or vodka would settle with my stomach. The whole staff was incredibly nice - you can tell everyone worked together as a team and greeted everyone and said bye to everyone. My boyfriend being a bar owner was blown away with the service. Such a nice joint, food hit the spot... wish I wasn't so hungover do I could eat more. Thanks Lucy and everyone for making the end of the trip bearable

It's the oldest bar in San Diego! It was fun to stop in and check it out. The music was good and the inside of the place was decorated well. We were looking to get drinks and dinner. The service was good to start, then fizzled out fast. We had menus, but the servers never came back to get our order. The one sat down at the bar, so we figured she was on break. The other was busy talking to friends. We were starving, but finally decided to go elsewhere for food. We finally had to flag down some random employee to get our bill.Nice location, lousy service.

Been living close for a couple years and how I missed this. ‍Got the sliders and a beer. Service was great and fun. Food was delicious and looking forward to checking out more. Need to head in for happy hour and the party hours. Heard it's a blast!

Let's be honest, this joint only wants to be a dive bar, and is killing it!Come here to get drunk, be drunk, and meet drunks...trifecta!Ambiance is old & filthy, service is available if you can get to the bar, and prices are as expected...Not my scene, but it is an interesting place for the college set.

Old school bar but in a good way. They have lots of local beers on tap and plenty of other good drink choices too. Prices not bad either. Overall vibe was pretty chill. Bartender Kat was very friendly.

The food itself was good. Good portions and tasted good for what it is as far as bar food. Where it probably should have received 2 stars is with service. I asked the server 3 separate times for a refill on my iced tea. (1st refill). Then I walked to the bar with my empty glass and requested a refill and was told "he'll bring it right over to ya" so I went back and took my seat...after which that server walk past me 3 times , twice empty handed. It took for me to literally ask the manager was there a problem with a refill before I received my refill. With the waiter gentleman putting it on my table like he was upset to bring it to my table. This is why it sucks when you tip 20% BEFORE you get your food or are served.

Flew in late and this was the closest open kitchen, expecting the worst and shocked by what a gem. Let's begin with how busy on a Monday night it was. Not overcrowded but just perfectly had enough seats and space. The pretty yet cleverly sharp young bartenders were very nice and attentive. The food comes out very quick and the quality for a local dive bar almost made me forget we are have inflation. For a double Jack and ginger (don't judge) 2 street tacos and Brussels salad $36. Call me a regular!! I read the negative reviews after going here...what a bunch is losers this place rocks. You're doing great sweetie!!

Who doesn't love the Waterfront!?!Late night Cookies, IF you can catch the Cookie monster, great bar fare, strong drinks, and free happy hour snacks, yes please. San Diego's oldest bar delivers on solid food, drinks, and Football. It can take a minute to get a drink when it's busy, but just enjoy the scenery, do some people watching, and let loose. You'll find anyone and everyone at this bar, which is great.Enjoy!!!

Excellent lunch. Great service. Miguel was fantastic and we heard others say that as well upon their departure. You go Miguel and Waterfront staff!

Great place for wings and drinks! Lauren F and Haley were the absolute best! The atmosphere is fun and the people are friendly!