The Corner Drafthouse

4.5
783 reviews
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Business Details

495 Laurel St, San Diego, CA
92101, United States
(619) 255-2631
https://thecornerdrafthouse.com

About

Bar & Grill

Details

  • DeliveryAvailable
  • TakeoutAvailable
  • Curbside pickupAvailable

Location

The Corner Drafthouse
495 Laurel St, San Diego, CA
92101, United States

Hours

Reviews

4.5
783 reviews
5 stars
542
4 stars
164
3 stars
42
2 stars
15
1 star
20

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Food Quality

While many customers enjoyed the food, there were consistent complaints about certain dishes being overpriced or not meeting expectations, particularly the cauliflower and burgers.

Service Issues

Service quality varied significantly; some patrons praised the friendly staff, while others reported poor service, long wait times, and inattentiveness.

Pricing Transparency

Several reviews highlighted dissatisfaction with unexpected charges and high prices, suggesting a lack of clarity in menu pricing.

Atmosphere

The bar has a lively atmosphere, especially during game days, but it can be noisy and crowded, making it less suitable for quiet conversations.

Beer Selection

Customers appreciated the extensive beer selection and happy hour specials, often mentioning it as a highlight of their experience.
  • BB
    Buell
    Dec 27, 2025
    3.0
    It's just a typical sports bar. We just came out of Balboa Park and went to this 4.5 rated place, but.. I didn't care for the cauliflower side dish because it was soggy. Also, I did not know about the extra charges until I read the other reviews here. The restaurant is too lazy to update their menu prices so they just put a small notice saying you're actually paying more than the menu says? What the heck??
  • MW
    Melissa Wright
    Dec 27, 2025
    3.0
    Stopped in for a snack. It was fine. We grabbed a couple of beers and had the buffalo cauliflower. The cauliflower was disappointing. It should have been grilled more and it seemed to be drowning in a just okay sauce. It didn't encourage us to order more food. It seemed way too expensive for what we got. Two beers and a cauliflower app was $39.
  • MJ
    MB Johnson
    Dec 22, 2025
    3.0
    Food not consistent. Keep an eye out for "other charges"
  • AT
    ang t
    Dec 4, 2025
    3.0
    The service was awesome and the there's a variety of good food selections. The place can be noisy with the streaming loud music and street corner location. It's not a place for quiet conversations. My beef is the 3.95% surcharge that's added to the bill. It should've been disclosed up front so it's not a surprise. The disclosure is at the bottom of the bill: "A 3.95% surcharge will be added to every bill to help cover increasing operations and labor costs." One would think that the high prices of their menu already reflects all their costs. There's no next time for us at this Corner.
  • DK
    D K
    Dec 2, 2025
    5.0
    Super friendly staff. Good pub grub on the menu. Pints are always cold. Busy on game days or trivia nights.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Corner Drafthouse

What are the regular operating hours of The Corner Drafthouse?

The Corner Drafthouse is open from 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM Monday through Thursday, 11:00 AM to midnight on Friday, 10:00 AM to midnight on Saturday, and 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM on Sunday.

When is The Corner Drafthouse closed for holidays?

The Corner Drafthouse is closed on November 27, 2025, and December 25, 2025.