Was recommended by a friend, the girls & I decided to check it out for our GF's surprise B-Day gathering. Service was great. VENMO & ZELLE accepted for food orders. Good music variety, just didn't get a chance to check out the patio & pool table. It does fill up quick so it's recommended to show up early for the karaoke & parking.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Danny Hernandez
Came here with my girlfriend for karaoke night, and even though I personally don’t sing, the atmosphere made it a great time. Lyle (security) and bartender Sara were both awesome — welcoming, friendly, and quick with the drinks. Sara knows how to keep the bar moving even when it’s busy, and Lyle keeps the energy in the room upbeat.
The karaoke setup is smooth — clear screens, good sound, and a fair rotation so there’s always something entertaining happening. The crowd is a mix of regulars and new faces, but everyone’s here to have fun, whether they’re performing or just watching.
Drinks were cold, well mixed, and priced right. The location is super convenient — right off the freeway on Mission Gorge Rd — and having a 7-Eleven next door is a bonus for grabbing snacks on the way home.
Even if you’re not into singing, JT’s Tavern is worth checking out for the friendly vibe, great service, and lively entertainment. We’ll definitely be back.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Darlene B
Shout out to Brandon, Luke and Sarah! They're so nice and chill. Keeps my hubby and I coming back to hang out and have a few drinks. Great place to go for karaoke and the food by Beto is really good (which is cash or Zelle btw). Recommend JTs to anyone looking for a cool dive bar with good music, yummy food and a great outdoor area for spending time at during the summer nights in San Diego.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Mitch
I agree with the other reviews about the Saturday the karaoke host doesn't have integrity he will skip you and then claim to have called your name while you sit and watch the same groups of few people constantly get to sing if your not friends with them you likely will waste your night buying drinks and not get your chance to sing
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Kevin Blaze
The karaoke host on Saturday is absolutely horrible. He keeps cutting his friends ahead of me I came in here to single karaoke I watched the same girl singe 2 songs and I didn't get to sing my 1 song that I put in for he keeps cutting the same girls ahead so I'm leaving and going somewhere else I won't deal with the disrespect when I'm a paying customer buying drinks never again.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
B Luv
Karaoke Nites are Awesome! Super Dope! Must Visit!
Atmosphere: 5
Jessica Bondoc
The beer was cold the music was fun. I would like to special mention the food is delicious as always. Thank you Alberto! I highly recommend Friday Prime Rib special!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Isis Cordova
Great dive bar
Robert Darrin
The bartenders think they can treat people like trash.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 1
Chris Belke
Went there on my first time unfriendly people, an chief was not food handling safe ....happy hour 2 beers caused over 20 bucks not worth it ..
Was recommended by a friend, the girls & I decided to check it out for our GF's surprise B-Day gathering. Service was great. VENMO & ZELLE accepted for food orders. Good music variety, just didn't get a chance to check out the patio & pool table. It does fill up quick so it's recommended to show up early for the karaoke & parking.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Came here with my girlfriend for karaoke night, and even though I personally don’t sing, the atmosphere made it a great time. Lyle (security) and bartender Sara were both awesome — welcoming, friendly, and quick with the drinks. Sara knows how to keep the bar moving even when it’s busy, and Lyle keeps the energy in the room upbeat.
The karaoke setup is smooth — clear screens, good sound, and a fair rotation so there’s always something entertaining happening. The crowd is a mix of regulars and new faces, but everyone’s here to have fun, whether they’re performing or just watching.
Drinks were cold, well mixed, and priced right. The location is super convenient — right off the freeway on Mission Gorge Rd — and having a 7-Eleven next door is a bonus for grabbing snacks on the way home.
Even if you’re not into singing, JT’s Tavern is worth checking out for the friendly vibe, great service, and lively entertainment. We’ll definitely be back.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Shout out to Brandon, Luke and Sarah! They're so nice and chill. Keeps my hubby and I coming back to hang out and have a few drinks. Great place to go for karaoke and the food by Beto is really good (which is cash or Zelle btw). Recommend JTs to anyone looking for a cool dive bar with good music, yummy food and a great outdoor area for spending time at during the summer nights in San Diego.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I agree with the other reviews about the Saturday the karaoke host doesn't have integrity he will skip you and then claim to have called your name while you sit and watch the same groups of few people constantly get to sing if your not friends with them you likely will waste your night buying drinks and not get your chance to sing
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
The karaoke host on Saturday is absolutely horrible. He keeps cutting his friends ahead of me I came in here to single karaoke I watched the same girl singe 2 songs and I didn't get to sing my 1 song that I put in for he keeps cutting the same girls ahead so I'm leaving and going somewhere else I won't deal with the disrespect when I'm a paying customer buying drinks never again.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Karaoke Nites are Awesome! Super Dope! Must Visit!
Atmosphere: 5
The beer was cold the music was fun. I would like to special mention the food is delicious as always. Thank you Alberto! I highly recommend Friday Prime Rib special!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great dive bar
The bartenders think they can treat people like trash.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 1
Went there on my first time unfriendly people, an chief was not food handling safe ....happy hour 2 beers caused over 20 bucks not worth it ..
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
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Not too many options of beer or food.
Atmosphere: 3
Service: 5
I always leave happier than when I entered.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I had so much fun here last night
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Very good kitchen and great atmosphere that holds the games and karaoke nights.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Bacon & Blue Burger, Loaded Fries Shrimp Style, Wings, Tater Tots, Chicken Nachos
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