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Welcome to Barra Barra Saloon

Barra Barra Saloon, a Mexican cocktail bar in San Diego, offers a historic house margarita along with a spicy twist on classic drinks. Their menu includes fresh guacamole, queso fundido, and barra macho nachos for appetizers. For main dishes, options like Mexican caesar salad, Baja shrimp or fish salad, and chipotle tostada are available. Customers praise the friendly staff and delicious food, with highlights being the homemade tortillas and well-seasoned carne asada. The ambience is described as charming and reminiscent of Mexico, making it a must-visit spot in Old Town San Diego for a flavorful dining experience.

Barra Barra Saloon: Reviews & Ratings

Cynthia M.
Cynthia M.

The food was absolutely amazing! And the customer service was equally as great, we had Gabriela waiting on us and she was the best!

Grace C.
Grace C.

Came here for Dia de la Muerto celebration. We expected long wait time. It was 2-3 hours wait but it ended up to be an hour and half lucky for us. Super busy night but our waiter,manny was so kind and calm and answered our questions. He didnt rushed us. Homemade tortillas hands down life changing. The carne asada was well seasoned and tender. The queso which we were told was made from jalapeño jack was amazing. Even tho I'm not a jack cheese fan but melted and served hot was the way to go. My gf loved her potato flautas. Crispy and well seasoned. Lots of food of course and ended up taking so many more home. But def just come and enjoy the homemade tortillas is well worth it.

Cara H.
Cara H.

The perfect place for dining in Old Town! Beautiful restaurant with large indoor and outdoor dining spaces. The staff from the host to the servers were all so extremely friendly and helpful. Our service was quick, our server came around many times for drink refills and checking on us. We all loved our food, beef fajitas, Carne asada burrito and shrimp burrito. Prices are a little high but average for a tourist spot. We highly recommend.

Chun P.
Chun P.

Barra Barra Saloon is the neglected middle child of Old Town San Diego. Next door is the much more beloved first child, Casa De Reyes Restaurant: popular, energetic, people packed, live music, surrounded loving aunts and uncles, I mean cute little touristy shops, fun, beautiful and very successful. Barra Barra Saloon is actually owned by the same people, the menu is nearly identical to Casa De Reyes, and the food is just as good. Since Barra is less busy, there is usually no wait to get a table and the waitstaff are far less busy and therefore give you lots more attention. Ambience isn't as a epic as her older sister Casa De Reyes, but it's still nice enough. $23 3 Item combos are fantastic, no matter what you choose. You'll be stuffed! Give Barra a chance, especially if someone one in your group is "hangry" and must eat immediately.

Domenica R.
Domenica R.

Came to taste Pozole at Barra Barra Saloon. It was actually really tasty. Ambiance and decorations are nice and cute. Is like visiting Mexico.

Sebastian C.
Sebastian C.

We had a party of six plus a baby and a dog. We were seated right away in the pet friendly patio right behind the hostess stand. Our server came to us right away and took our drink orders. Shortly after our drinks were brought out, we were immediately helped out with our food orders as well. Here's what I ordered for myself: **Michelada: You can choose any draft cerveza and make it into a michelada for an additional $2.50 so I chose modelo especial. For a sit down restaurant, it was really good. They were very generous with the tajin rim and had the perfect amount of spice. (5/5) **Chile Relleno Tradicional: One of the best chile relleno plates I've had in a very long time. The pepper itself was very flavorful and was stuffed generously with cheese. The ranchera sauce was delicious! The beans and rice were also very flavorful. To top it off, the corn tortillas provided were great as well! (5/5) There's an unlimited amount of chips served with salsa roja and a bean dip available so make sure to munch on those. The salsa was average but the bean dip was delicious. The service was on point. Our server was always around the corner and stopped by many times during our visit. Come here for authentic Mexican food for a fair price if you're in the Old Town area. I will definitely consider coming back here next time I'm in the area!

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Barra Barra Saloon is a vibrant cocktail bar located in San Diego, CA, offering a unique Mexican dining experience. With a plethora of amenities such as takeout, delivery, vegan options, wheelchair accessibility, and more, Barra Barra Saloon caters to a wide range of customers.

The menu at Barra Barra Saloon is filled with delectable options, including their famous Historic House Margarita and the Lo Mas Caliente margarita for those who like a spicy kick. Their Fresh Guacamole Jalisco, Queso Fundido, and Barra Barra Macho Nachos are just a few of the mouthwatering appetizers available.

Customer reviews rave about the exceptional food and customer service at Barra Barra Saloon. Cynthia M. mentions the amazing food and service, while Grace C. praises the homemade tortillas and well-seasoned dishes. Cara H. highly recommends the beef fajitas and shrimp burrito, emphasizing the friendly staff and quick service.

Chun P. describes Barra Barra Saloon as the hidden gem of Old Town San Diego, with a similar menu to its sister restaurant but without the wait times. Domenica R. enjoyed the tasty Pozole and appreciated the ambiance that felt like a visit to Mexico.

Overall, Barra Barra Saloon stands out for its flavorful dishes, friendly staff, and inviting atmosphere. Whether you're looking for a casual dining experience or a place to celebrate a special occasion, Barra Barra Saloon has something for everyone.