Gilly's House of Cocktails

2306 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego
(619) 298-6008

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Deeandra

First timer started my night here. Literally came in got a drink, i accidentally forgot where i was and hit my vape inside. (I'm not from here mind you) & One of the workers grabbed my drink, threw it out & started pushing me out, then proceeded to scream in my face in front of everyone on the strip, i was very calm telling him i understand and im sober so he doesn't need to yell or put hands on me and then he told me im never welcomed back. Literally insane behavior and completely unprofessional, no warning or anything just a random man aggressively grabbing me and screaming. Never coming back. I get it i really do but c'mon.

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 1

Service: 1

Emma Hilliard

Cute Christmas vibes but casual atmosphere. Not as dive bar as the rest but still cute.

Atmosphere: 3

Brandon Carter

Some folks are angry that a corp took over this place. It's a cleaned up dive bar, with non dive bar priced drinks. Staff is nice, people there are nice, and they have free pool.

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 4

Sierra Simpson

Gilly’s feels like the kind of bar every neighborhood wishes it had: relaxed, fun, great drinks, and full of personality. The atmosphere has that classic local vibe where everyone seems happy to be there, and it’s the perfect spot to stop in for a drink and stay longer than planned.

The cocktails were excellent. The Pandan Express was creative and smooth, with that richer, slightly tropical flavor that stands out without being too sweet. Anything with sesame and hojicha has been hooked. Their espresso martini was just as impressive. It was bold, balanced, and exactly the kind you want to sip slowly. Between the drinks and the welcoming energy, it’s easy to see why people love this place.

One of the best surprises is how much there is to do. They have a free Pac-Man table, a pool table, and an unbeatable Tuesday steak night that gives the bar an extra sense of community. It feels like a hangout spot and a cocktail bar at the same time, which is rare in the best way.

Great cocktails, fun extras, and a cozy neighborhood feel make Gilly’s House of Cocktails a standout. It’s the kind of bar you come back to again and again because it just feels good to be there.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Sheldon Goff

Great for a birthday. Loud,.proud. Local bar

Brian

Not sure which was worse, the excessively sugary drinks or the non-observant bartenders who take orders from people who got in line after you did

Atmosphere: 1

Service: 1

Nico Castro

Tuesday is steak night! Treat the bartenders with respect and they will do the same! Great place for a first date!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Cat

Amazing dive bar & happy hour in beautiful north park

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

Andrew Boules

bear was a very rude

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

Steve Zimmerman

Gilly’s has a fun atmosphere, but the staff clearly tolerates creepy behavior. A man was staring down women and men, making everyone uncomfortable, and even cursed loudly right in front of the bartender. Despite being told about it, the staff did nothing. It’s disappointing and unsafe. Until they take this seriously, I don’t recommend this place.

Atmosphere: 4

Service: 1

Lou Peachum

Great atmosphere, but they need a wider selection of alcohol, and they don't know how to make a good cocktail

Ha Yoon Baek

No food, but my experience was great.This is the second time i've gone here and it was the best out of the two .Taylor was an amazing bartender. She made me and my friend feel like we were at home and honestly we will definitely come back again. I'm really eager to try their house mixes that they have of the drinks on their board. That's behind the bar, so I will try all of the 18, not next time, but it'll take a few times.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 1

Service: 5

Ray Weagraff

Good selection of drinks and beers for a fair price.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 3

Jordan Martinez Chaparro

502 dollars for 6 shots of a bottle that retails dot 199. Typical bar tender with a bad attitude.

Atmosphere: 1

Service: 1

Jennifer Shank

Went to a love island watch party here and it was terrible. The TVs were all off, sound was off different times. When we asked the staff to help and change they yelled at everyone to go watch at home. Highly don’t recommend if you’re going to watch anything. Only a few TVs and staff (not bartenders they were lovely) were super rude.

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

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