Tivoli Bar and Grill
| Address: | 505 Sixth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101, USA |
| Phone: | +1 619-232-6754 |
| Site: | tivolibarandgrill.com |
| Rating: | 4.3 |
| Working: | 11AM–2AM 11AM–2AM 11AM–2AM 11AM–2AM 11AM–2AM 11AM–2AM 11AM–2AM |
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Walter Macalma
No History, No Self. Know History, Know Self. Spelled backwards is I Lov It. A certain sense of pride is had when drinking in San Diego’s oldest bar. Yeah, don’t believe all that other BS about longest running, longest licensed. This is the oldest bar people. It’s survived the times evolving with the will of the people and being a hub of the community. Service isn’t the greatest, prices are decent (you know they also carry my other vice behind the bar too). Selection is pretty good and I like the multiple upgrades they have done over the past decade. The regulars keep the peace on the patio because you get a lot of vagrants roaming. I’ve been to worse bathrooms. It’s a fun place to grab a beer, but not spend all day/night at. They certainly go overboard with the butt funneling or maybe people never learned how to order, probably a little of both, get your drink and get out the way. Karaoke is pretty cool as some of the staff are really good. They could use a 2nd bartender when it’s busy. It’s a little divey, but a great spot to start/end a crawl or just central to some day drinking. It seems crowded at times, but never tooo crowded.
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Yvette Alexander
This is the oldest bar in the Gaslamp District. It has all kind of history. The walls are alive with art and memorabilia. I had to go in, it was calling me. Im so glad i did. I had an amazing time. It wasnt that crowded and the people that was there were regulars. Good vibe. Have your I.D ready of you look younger than 25. I got I.Ded, lol. I have a tasty Peach Ale fresh from the tap. My Bartender was DAMN SAM, her name is Samantha but thats the nickname I gave her. DAMN SAM is very entertaining. She has a great personality. She beautiful inside and out. Carlos was her assistant. Carlos has the cutest dimple and great taste in music. Lois(my bunkie that i met at the hostel) and I had a blast. Dancing in our chairs, singing along with the Juke box, drinking and Laughing. You have to stop here, if youre in the area. Good times
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Jake Voth
Probably my favorite spot in the Gaslamp but Im a sucker for an honest dive bar, esp. one with a bit of history. Its a blast to drink pitchers outside and watch everyone standing in line to get into the trendy places. Plus, everyone in this place has a story to tell and theyll gladly bend a listening ear. The Canadian food place inside, Montreals, is perfect. Greasy, overflowing plates of poutine, awesome ham and cheese sandwiches plus you can get drunk here without going broke.
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A Private User
Buddy dragged me out of some of the more trendy newer places there to show me this one. Pleasantly surprised at the old school diviness of the joint. Great late-70s Rock on the juke box playing and a friendly bartender who knows the Tivoli story made this far more welcoming than some of the newer, trendier, pretty faces spots. Ill be back here before most of the other spots in Gaslamp.
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Cammy Lupinacci
All I have to say is... Dirty. Sexy. Money. Great for late night shenanigans and general fun. Strong drinks, gritty look, fun people. My kind of place. Bartenders are friendly and love to share a laugh... it really doesnt get much better than this... Stumbling out at 1:30, I thoroughly enjoyed myself.
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James Griffin
Always feel like home when you walk in the door. Its the closest establishment San Diego has to Cheers. Everyones welcome, everything is basic, and there are no pretentious airs. Its a great if not exciting experience. Like Moms home cooking.
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Syd Reese
My go-to for well done drinks, easy-going environment, friendly bar tenders, and game watching. Its your friendly neighborhood joint with all the goodness of a place that gets you fed, drunk, and conversing.
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Jake Rappoport
Bouncer threatened every third Padre fan gets their ass beat. Asked bartender for a pitcher and she told us she couldnt do it and walked away. She eh, absolutely pathetic service
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Kellie D Smith
ITS OKAY IF YOU LIKE GETTING OVERCHARGED - ROY 1 OF THE 4 OWNERS HITS ON ANYONE INCLUDING THE BARTENDERS "IVE GOT A HARD ON" BET THEY GET SUED ONE OF THESE DAYS
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Fullere Rasera
The best hot dog I have every had. These guys use creative culinary skills to create a masterpiece with topping that have you seeking your next hot dog fix.
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KELLIE SMITH
I NO LONGER GO THERE SINCE ROY ALWAYS TOLD ME HE HAD A HARD ON! I WAS A BIT OF A REGULAR TOO. NO THANKS MAN I CAN GET THAT B.S. ELSEWHERE -K.SMITH & FAMILY
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Brian Veale
The Bartenders and Security Staff are Awesome! They pour a great drink and the Beers are Ice Cold! The Best Bar Downtown for Locals and Visitors alike.
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A Private User
Decent downtown dive bar. If youre downtown and need a beer that doesnt cost $10 and is without the hype then this is the place.
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Luis Aguirre
My Go-To spot in San Diego! Great drink prices, excellent food, great crowd and the junkbox is always bumping.
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Quang Nguyen
Came here for drinks after another bars last call. Reasonably priced. Its a bar, nothing glamorous about it.
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Mau L
Historic dive bar and a great place to start the night off CHEAP! $4-$5 well cocktails and beers.
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Bobby Borders
Always a ridiculous fun crowd. The adventures here are always a new one and the history is rich.
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Sarah Reimund
Old school bar. Down to earth, but lots of people who get very drunk. Great price for drinks
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Steve Wilner
Grabbing a happy hour brew and a bite. Ready to party tonight for Mardi Gras event.
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Sean Cooley
Oldest bar in San Diego, lots of history, Wyatt Earp owned brothel... How can you go wrong?
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Christopher Corso
Awesome burritoes, great music, friendly folks, jukebox, pool tables, reasonable prices
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Dan Libert
Great dive bar, we always stop by for a drink or two whenever we are drinking downtown
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Jeff Llorca
Fun local bar with cold beer and tasty bar snacks. Good place to go with friends.
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Virginia Blazier
Love it here! Good bartenders, good drinks, and great place to meet new people.
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Ken Towers
Good atmosphere....good service....good times.....over many occasions....5 star
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Gary Tallman
This place is a LA Dodger haven. They welcome LA Dodger fans. Screw them.
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Ajani Pittman
Best bartenders , best Tortas and has a very at home with a neighorhood feel
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Rick Bookman
My favorite watering hole in the Gaslamp! Great prices, love the bartenders!
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Aaron Guy
Its cool to see such a dive bar in the middle of all fancy spots downtown.
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chris jackson
Nice smaller "dive bar" in an area with up scale bars and clubs.
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Walter Brealey
The ghost of Wyatt Earp inhabits the empty upstairs Apartments.
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Ray Cruz-Solano
Great sliders. Still looking for the best bloody Mary. ..
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Josh Persaud
Amazing staff with a gritty atmosphere. Cool place to go!
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Loz Brewer
Good beer, reasonably priced food. Can you ask for more?
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Rose Walsh
Only the coolest locals drink here! Love the bar staff!
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Andrew Friel
Great dive bar..friendly bartenders and stiff drinks
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HTC C808
Nice vibe downtown historic bar. Order the tacos!
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Judi Garcia
Cheap Beer, good fries. Great for watching a game.
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Slobodan Plavsic
Oldest bar in San Diego! Wyatt Earp drink there.
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Brock Warwick
Great vibe. Good service even when its packed.
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James Hickey
Great Dive Bar in Gaslamp, best last call bar.
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Robert Lewis
The food here is surprisingly good for a bar.
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Wil Romero
Cold beers. Good tunes. Good service.
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Rollin Ellis
Dive bar. You get everyone one here.
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robert dominguez
Friendly service! Great bar service!
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mexican luchador
Great beer and resonable prices.
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troy castelblanco
A classic San Diego Bar.
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juan jr. Bahena
Chics are hott to trot
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Akram Najd
Oldest local bar ..
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Jay Couberly
Love it here
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Timothy Cade
Good place
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timothy modos
Hated.
