Soda Bar

3615 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego
(619) 955-5551

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Ashok Shankar

Cool bands. Solid drinks. Good time.

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

J. Faith Clark

Fantastic venue! The drinks were yummy and reasonably priced PLUS everything (including the bathroom) was wheelchair accessible. Besides the surrounding streets - accessing this place was a breeze. I went for a concert and had the best time!

Wheelchair accessibility: Flat floor, spacious bathroom - only issue is the tight squeeze to get in the front door.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Julie McCrory

BAND Barstool Preachers was a great time.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Czar Fonzarelli

Nice little concert venue the sound was good you are up close and personal with the artist that is really cool my only complaints and it's not really something I care about because I try to be right in front of the stage is that the bar is so long and it's right in the center of the place witch is awkward there is alot of bad reviews about the staff I did not get a drink so I dint know how the bartenders are but they seemed cool the door guys were good Overall if a band you like is coming here definitely go see them here another con is the parking there is none haha drive around and you should get some street parking

Atmosphere: 5

Yoni

I had a bad experience at Soda Bar. From the moment I walked in, the entire staff was rude and unhelpful. They seemed irritated just by having customers there, which made the atmosphere uncomfortable. The bartender had a terrible attitude, and ordering drinks felt like a hassle. The sound quality for the live music was disappointing, and the doorman, who’s supposed to be the welcoming face of the place, was especially unpleasant. I was looking forward to a good night out but left feeling let down and frustrated. Would not recommend if you’re looking for good service or a friendly vibe.

Atmosphere: 3

Service: 1

Teri Ruiz

Had a blast at the Soda Bar we drove almost 3 hrs to see Toni Romiti and she did not dissapoint the staff and bartender were so friendly it was a great vibe and great people we will definitely be going to more shows at the soda bar. Thank you for a great time xoxo...

Parking: Pepboys across the street has suitable parking and the lot is recording at all times.

Kid-friendliness: No kids allowed 21 and over

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Sarah Biccum

The bartender with a baseball cap and the chip on his shoulder doesn't seem like he gives a damn about his job or making money. Was going to buy more drinks... but after being SHAMED about closing my tab and explained to how*frustrating* it was for bartenders to continue to run a card... (Explaining to me... Another bartender) I felt insulted.
Incredibly rude and ungrateful even after leaving two generous tips.
Here's a tip: pregame before entering.

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 1

Mattzog

Soda Bar is a nice bar to see a band, as long as the band is a nice band. Don't see a bad band here, see a nice band, so the bar can stay nice.

Justin Chung

Life is short so here’s the summary: great service and drinks menu, absolutely terrible sound quality (as in, I cannot hear a single word the singer is singing). Sadly, even an expert-level sound mixer could not solve the leveling issues a full band has in this venue.

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 5

Service: 5

Kalyssa Bogan

The atmosphere is a 10/10. Awesome vibes and yummy drinks! Come try them out!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Melina Vazquez

Was here at a show with my son, good music and drinks. We attended a show tonight. Had a blast

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

Lisa Morelock

Great vibe and crowd. Love the special events they hold.

Eric Joseph Decor

People keep saying the staff this and the staff that but honestly in this day and age i think people too sensitive or feel way to entitled. For example people coming to a bar or club without an ID expecting entrance reguardless of whether they are a performer or not. Or people breaking the establishments rules which are there for safety just for their own selfish enjoyment. Honestly soda bar is a safe place to chill because the staff actually enforce the rules and enforce them in a manner with respect and safety for everyone inside and outside i definately like this place because of that. Kudos to those who have anything bad to say.... they are most likely the ones who are feeling entitled or have no respect for anyone let alone for themselves or integrity.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Luke Winter

Terrible staff….don't know if they think they are too cool or just miserable people. Maybe they are both...enough said. The band was amazing though.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 1

Colleen Winter

This bar needs a regime change. Staff is uptight and not friendly.

Service: 1

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