25 Best Bar & Grill near Spring Valley

“Love the food“

“First time visiting, and I came with a friend around 7 PM on a Tuesday. Parking in the area was a bit uncomfortable due to the large number of homeless individuals nearby, and there was a strong odor on the street while walking in, which immediately took away from the experience. Unfortunately, with the restaurant keeping many of the windows open, those smells carried inside as well, making it hard to fully relax and enjoy a meal.

The restaurant itself was also very cold, so we had to move around to find seating away from the open windows. That said, once we settled in, the food itself was actually good. I ordered the black bean burger, and my friend ordered a “naked” cheeseburger wrapped in lettuce. We both enjoyed our meals.

The fries are ordered separately, so both got a large order to share. The portion size was generous—almost extra-large—and the price was very reasonable. We ordered the garlic fries with truffle Parmesan cheese shredded topping, and they were definitely a highlight.

Overall, the food and value were solid, and I would recommend it to first-time guests who want to try it out. Personally, due to the atmosphere and overall comfort of the location, I don’t think I’ll be returning—but I’m glad I gave it a chance.“

“I love the food at this restaurant.“

“Had the most amazing Polish cuisine I’ve had since dining in my Polish Grandmother’s kitchen! Can’t recommend this restaurant highly enough!“

“I picked up some ribs and a sandwich for dinner last night and the food was awesome as always. Portions were big enough that I had leftovers. Corbin O'Reilly and Vince always make me feel special!“

“A cozy and community focused experience nestled in little ol' North Park known for it's impeccable vibes and open-mic karaoke. You want a brave patron to bust out their kazoo for a musical break down in a song their singing? You want some SCRUMPTIOUS wings with a side of random conversations about philosophy? You want an LGTBQ friendly neighborhood bar to sing and drink your worries away? Stop on by! Karaoke starts at 7pm every night and make sure to get their early cuz the queue fills up quick! Not to mention their open-ceiling back patio with both a smoking and non-smoking section, exceptional staff and security (always tip your bartenders!), and great karaoke stage. Come on by and sing along!“

“1st time here & I will definitely be back! Food was delicious & well presented. Good drinks & bomb hot sauces to chose from. Everyone is extremely friendly & positive vibes.. There’s nothing better then walking in a place of business feeling so welcome.“

“Great staff, great food.... one if San Diegos hidden gems!!“

“🙂👍 Jessica does a great job!“

“Carlton Oaks is a gorgeous venue with a wonderful staff. Gwen is a cheerful and fun server and my new friend💃…PLUS the food is delicious!“

“Great bar. They have pool tables, plenty of TVs, food, and cold beer. I've never had a problem with the service, they've always been really nice. There's not a lot of options in the mission valley area for a bar and grill type of place and out of all of them I really enjoy this place the best.“

“atmosphere was great server was super friendly had a variety of appetizers all where off the hook definitely will revisit“

“Love they're food and prices are reasonable. Especially with discount of you eat in the restaurant. My favorite sushi restaurant!“

“The Fish and Chips, Fish Tacos“

“Great local vibe. Competent staff...friendly. Wings and Philly quesadilla were wow. I needed a chill night on my travels and they delivered Cool dive bar experience.“

“Outstanding service and food was very good! Great atmosphere 😊“

“Daisy Fernandez mom dog maxi Waxi 🐶🐾🦮🤎👧🏻“

“Fantastic staff and the food was delicious!!“

“We spent the night at the Courtyard hotel and, while parking the car, noticed a sign on the side of a nearby building that said something about a bar and grill. We decided to walk over and check it out, although we weren’t wanting bar food very bad. The complete menu didn’t reflect a lot of bar food and we ordered Mahi Mahi. It was wonderful. The waiter was personable and informative about El Cajon. Should we ever pass through El Cajon again, we’d definitely go back.“

“All the staff here are AMAZING! They have been such a great staff and has welcomed me and my daughter since day 1. The buffalo chicken strips are amazing along with the blue cheese side which is phenomenal and the steak fries are so good. Burgers are amazing too. Love Johnny B’s!“

“First of all my girl Rachel Is the bomb on Saturdays and Sundays. She works the late night shift on those days and I can't wait to come in and dance. Great dive bar. I looovvve coming here on Thursdays and Sundays for Karaoke night. � great atmosphere!“

“I was only here for a few minutes in the early afternoon, so there wasn't very much excitement happening. But the bartender was incredibly nice and very helpful.
It must be a great place though because when they are busy, they are BUSY!“

“Such a great venue! Loved it!“

“I recently visited this Mediterranean restaurant and I was blown away by the amazing food and atmosphere. The portions were generous and everything tasted absolutely delicious. If you're looking for a satisfying meal that won't leave you feeling hungry, this is definitely the place to go.What really sets this restaurant apart is the entertainment they provide. They have a singer perform almost every weekend, which adds a fun and lively atmosphere to the dining experience. It's a great place to come with friends and family for a night out.Another highlight of this restaurant is their $40 buffet that's available Thursday to Sunday during Ramadan. While the selection of dishes was good, I did feel that the price was a little on the high side considering the limited selections they have in the buffet. However, the quality of the food more than made up for it.The service was excellent and the staff were friendly and accommodating. They were happy to explain the different dishes on the menu and offer recommendations based on our preferences.Overall, I highly recommend this Mediterranean restaurant for anyone looking for a great meal and a fun night out. Whether you're a fan of Middle Eastern cuisine or just looking for something new, this place is definitely worth a visit.“