False Idol

675 W Beech St, San Diego
(619) 269-2202

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Jim Adamson

Outstanding atmosphere. Classic tiki drinks plus creative new ones. Went early so no wait.

Michael Hockenhull

The vibe was too cool 😎
Great service!👍🏽
Fantastic libations! 🍸🍹🥃🧉

Julie Ayala

We know what's in the rum barrel 👀👀

Noe Olea

Punch bowl was a cool experience

Reead Reead

Excellent cocktails bar !!! A lot of Choices Nice décor and excellent staff !

Chris Joy

Super dope tiki bar. I went twice in 2 days and had like 8 different drinks, all were fantastic. The hostess Sabrina is a phenomenal hostess and was super welcoming and accommodating. We (2 people) didn't have reservations either night, but she was able to hook us up with a table Friday night and seats at the bar on Saturday! The bartender that served us Saturday, Patrick, was amazing. He helped us choose the perfect drinks (Ube Bae for my mom, Bombay Sling for me) and also gave us recommendations for food spots in the area. Shout to Patrick & Sabrina and everyone else who works here! Great location, great drinks, great people. 13/10

Jeff Hug

**False Idol** is a tiki bar that’s absolutely worth the chase it takes to get a reservation. Sure, they offer walk-in standing room, but from the moment the doors open to last call, the place is buzzing—so plan ahead if you want the full experience.

The bartenders are legends in their own right—crazy talented and clearly seasoned, crafting cocktails that are as visually stunning as they are delicious. The drink menu? Deep and diverse, with zero weak links. You honestly can’t go wrong, no matter what you order.

If I lived closer, I’d be first in line for the *Room Tasting Club*. Until then, I’ll just keep dreaming of the next time I can escape into this tropical hideaway.

JP Caps (Jaypee Caps)

Amazing drinks! Kinda wish there were more standing tables. But please keep the Ube drink, def one of the favorites.

Seth Purkerson

Very unique Tiki lounge, feels a bit like a Speakeasy because you have to walk through another establishment to get to it. If you want a fun spot for a date night check it out, might be standing room only but the ambiance is worth it!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Ryan McMullen

Some of the worst drinks I’ve ever had in my life. AVOID.

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 3

Bobbie Ables-Smith

I don't know what to do

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 4

Mahkameh Dolatshahi

We arrived 30 minutes late for our reservation on a Friday night during the busy December holiday season, so we couldn’t get a table. However, we decided to stay standing just for a drink, and it didn’t disappoint.

The Mai Thai was delightful, but the Enigma didn’t live up to the hype—it became diluted after adding the extra shot that came with the drink.

Overall, I loved the experience and the atmosphere. Next time, I’ll make sure to reserve and arrive on time!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Graham Wellington

Slow service for expensive drinks make this place loathsome. A weird bathroom setup tops off the non functional experience. Supposedly this is a speak easy, but whatever. I wouldn’t go here again.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 3

Service: 1

mazfinny

25 min wait to enter the speakeasy on a Wednesday. Worth the wait, not just rum cocktails.
O my weird thing is the toilet .. having to go all the way around once you’ve exit’d

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

Tom

Phenomenal atmosphere, incredible service, and the best tiki drinks in the business. They also make outstanding nonalcoholic cocktails.

Dietary restrictions: They do not serve food

Kid-friendliness: 21 and up only

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

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