Toasted Barrel San Diego

356 Sixth Ave, San Diego
(619) 487-1200

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Just don't go here. Walk in any direction and you will find better food, service, and ambiance for a lower price. Despicable!

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

Madison Cole

Not worth coming to this establishment unless you’re looking for rude service and dirty facilities. Coming in during comic con as a local I always try to find new places to add to my rotation and can say this is definitely one to skip. I watched management reprimand a smoker outside on the sidewalk but welcomed homelessness on their premises which seemed very odd. Just don’t go. It’s gross.

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

Carlos Hennings

I was super excited when I saw the menu. Great variety of sandwiches and product explanation. Waited almost 35 minutes for the food to be unfortunately disappointed by the presentation and overall taste. The Turkey Brie cheese and Granny Smith apple sandwich was assembled very poorly, having a single slice of apple, cheese not spread, and the onions were large and overwhelming. Disassembled the sandwich myself at the bar, spread the cheese, removed half the onions, diced the apple, and spread for even taste. No love from the kitchen staff. The place was clean, and the bartender was very hospitable. He apologized for the long wait time and poor assembly. Final thoughts, BOH kitchen staff needs a revamp and consider implementing sauces or drizzle to elevate the sandwiches. They're almost there. They just need to tighten up a few things.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 2

Service: 3

Liam

Ivan and Esmeralda are great. Very attentive and personable.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

David Faircloth

Ivan and Esme definitely keep it interesting…. Cool vibe and chill bartending.Don’t stay too late or Ivan will kick you out..

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5

Leslie G

Local and been meaning to stop in! Glad I finally did. Yes, another post about Ivan and his incredible drink making skills and knowledge! My drinks were over the top perfect and I had to get a grilled cheese! Everything was amazing and can't wait to come back.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Keith T

Ivan is fantastic at customizing drinks to your tastes, always a smile on his face and truly knows his bourbons. I truly enjoyed stopping by and getting his perfectly made Old Fashioned!

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

Eric Schwartz

Ivan is the best bartender in San Diego. Very chill atmosphere. Food is amazing.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Edgar

Comfortable although small place, the bar has 30% of the available space, the bathroom is in another area, high prices for the product they deliver, it caught my attention that they do not accept cash and when I asked the waiter, I did not understand the reason

Parking: Not available, I had to walk more than 5 blocks

sharlyt

Ivan is the man! Look at these cute little hearts ❤️ in my Whiskey Sour. Delicious and wonderful service always. He knows how to take care of you. Go ahead, tell him what you like and he will make you something to die for. If you enjoy Bourbon, this is the place to be. ? Cheers!!

Kelly Preston

I’ve had old fashions all over the world. But this tops it all. Ivan created the perfect combination and I highly recommend coming here if only for this one cocktail. The wide variety of bourbons is also extensive. Great choice if you’re in the area…and even if you aren’t.

Cristina Preston

Awesome spot. Visiting San Diego this week and so glad we had a late night snack here. Ivan is amazing and had so much insight. Looking forward to coming back here again on the next visit.

Anthony Velez

Great restaurant and amazing bartender. Ivan knows his stuff and is very personable. By far the highlight of my trip.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Amit Potdar

The drink Ivan made me was fantastic! Great atmosphere.

speedy gonzalez

A bar and restaurant that must be visited The man in charge Mr Ivan is a remarkable bartender The atmosphere he produces is better than any place down

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

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