Cellar Hand

4.6
113 reviews

About

RestaurantWine Bar
Serving locally-sourced San Diego ingredients & California wine.

Location

Cellar Hand
1440 University Avenue, San Diego, CA
92103, United States

Hours

Reviews

4.6
113 reviews
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  • EF
    Emily Farrell
    Nov 14, 2025
    5.0
    Friendly staff, amazing food and great wine! Perfect place for a before dinner cocktail, date and chatting!
  • CF
    Chris Flor
    Nov 14, 2025
    5.0
    Cellar hand is now my favorite restaurant in San Diego. The best happy hour into dinner! Delicious half price wines by the glass, amazingly flavorful dips and homemade pita. Follow happy hour with creative and such delicious bigger plates. Absolutely a perfect place for a night out
  • SS
    Samantha Schwartz
    Nov 13, 2025
    5.0
    I’ve lived in SD for 10 years and this is my absolute favorite restaurant here! Amazing food and wine! AND best happy hour in San Diego! If you haven’t been here yet, definitely check it out! 10/10! Shoutout to waitress Katie - amazing service and conversation!!
  • YD
    Yinlin Dai
    Oct 23, 2025
    5.0
    Normally I like to go out for Asian food but this place is really good. The portion isn’t big but the ambiance and everything else combined is enjoyable.
  • MK
    Mishel Kaufman
    Oct 19, 2025
    5.0
    Amazing food and wine, and quaint modern rustic atmosphere. Every dish was a flavor bomb! Crispy eggplant had a perfect deep fry crisp, the labneh is smooth, creamy tangy yogurt with sweet carmelized onions and crispy shallots and the homemade pita was wow! Ribeye came out slices and perfectly cooked, duck confit delish, but the star of the night was a brisket and polenta pasta. Wasn’t what we expected, and we’re amazing little pillows of perfection! California wines were perfect compliments. Highly recommend and can’t wait to go back.

Frequently Asked Questions About Cellar Hand

What are Cellar Hand's regular operating hours?

Cellar Hand is open Wednesday through Sunday from 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM on weekdays, 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM and 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM on Saturday, and 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM and 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM on Sunday.

Does Cellar Hand offer brunch, and if so, when?

Yes, Cellar Hand offers brunch on Sundays from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM only.