The best bars & nightlife in Poway

Microbrewery housed in an 1894 building near Petco Park featuring a tasting room & regular tours.

131 14th St (San Diego)

German bar serving beers on tap (including Old World classics), plus pretzels and other food.

1521 30th St (San Diego)

Unpretentious watering hole serves cocktails & draft beer in an open space with pool & sports TVs.

400 Broadway (Chula Vista)

Casual, welcoming cafe features a patio and serves burgers, fried chicken sandwiches and chicken tenders, plus beers and coffee.

2953 Beech St (San Diego)

Family-friendly chain outpost pairs familiar pub fare with an extensive list of house brews.

555 Broadway Ste 1019 (Chula Vista)

Calm coffeehouse and bar playing vinyl records, plus serving teas, cocktails and wine.

2547 Imperial Ave Ste b (San Diego)

Relaxed sports bar offering pub grub & craft beers, plus billiards, dart boards & flat-screen TVs.

9920 Carmel Mountain Rd (San Diego)

Long-standing winemaking complex in landscaped gardens with a tasting area, restaurants & art shows.

13330 Paseo Del Verano Norte (San Diego)

This tasting room features a regularly changing line-up of beers created on-site.

9495 Candida St (San Diego)

Chain brewpub offering American bar food with a gourmet twist alongside house-brewed craft ales.

10448 Reserve Dr (San Diego)

Italian trattoria has family-size portions of homemade pastas & wood-fired pizza in an airy space.

7875 Highlands Village Pl b105 (San Diego)

Intimate, low-key spot for craft cocktails, beer and wine, plus live music and board games.

1261 Garnet Ave (San Diego)

Snug, cash-only beachfront bar with a menu of burgers & tacos, plus a vast patio with sunset views.

710 Oliver Ct (San Diego)

An over-the-top ambiance sets the stage for a fusion menu of French & Italian favorites.

2015 Birch Rd #720 (Chula Vista)

Compact cocktail joint serves standard drinks in a sailor-themed venue with a laid-back atmosphere.

1310 Scott St (San Diego)

A contemporary-styled eatery showcasing 25+ domestic & global wines by the glass.

2907 Shelter Island Dr Unit 108 (San Diego)

Relaxed cafe offering freshly brewed coffees and espresso drinks such as vanilla lattes and cappuccinos plus fresh pastry and lunch fare…

2907 Shelter Island Dr Unit 107 (San Diego)

An old-style, underwater-themed bar offering traditional cocktails in a dimly lit space.

4927 Newport Ave (San Diego)

Unassuming cocktail bar features an array of house drinks & pool in an old-school spacious interior.

5034 Newport Ave (San Diego)

Family-friendly chain serving classic Tex-Mex & American fare in a Southwestern-style setting.

800 Paseo del Rey (Chula Vista)

Family-friendly chain serving classic Tex-Mex & American fare in a Southwestern-style setting.

2015 Birch Rd Ste.2400 (Chula Vista)

Chic bistro & wine shop offering regional small plates & weekend brunch, plus happy-hour specials.

2265 Bacon St (San Diego) · ✓ checked Aug 11

Open 24 hours a day, this club offers card games such as blackjack & poker, plus drinks & food.

285 Bay Blvd (Chula Vista)

Candy Shop Topless Nightclub blends high-energy club vibes with stage shows, DJs and concerts, while the Candy Shop Sweeties deliver live…

4000 Kearny Mesa Rd (San Diego)

619 Spirits North Park is a neighborhood distillery and cocktail bar turning out smooth, house-distilled pours and easygoing American…

3015 Lincoln Ave (San Diego)

Dance-friendly hot spot for beer, wine, cocktails and mixed drinks, with themed events.

401 G St (San Diego)

This 1933 institution outlasted the waterfront but still draws crowds with pub grub & happy hour.

2044 Kettner Blvd (San Diego)

Lively, low-key option decked in tropical decor, offering cocktails and karaoke.

7123 El Cajon Blvd (San Diego)

Cozy, family-run restaurant known for seafood dishes and traditional Italian fare, plus a vast wine selection.

1445 India St (San Diego)

Laid-back bar featuring Japanese-inspired cocktails, tiki cocktails and highballs.

3829 30th St (San Diego)

Historic tri-level hangout serves pub grub & signature drinks alongside games, comedy & live music.

770 Fifth Ave (San Diego)

Sports TV & DJs accompany visits to this mod spot, known for craft beer, bourbon & flatbread pizzas.

600 Fifth Ave #6916 (San Diego)

Hip tasting room with industrial decor elements offering a selection of craft cider.

10045 Carroll Canyon Rd A (San Diego)

Charming spot offers eclectic fare, wine flights & a fixed-price menu served at communal tables.

3731 India St B (San Diego)

Upscale speakeasy cocktail bar with a hidden entrance offering custom drinks and themed cocktails, plus a set menu.

777 G St (San Diego)

Dive bar, located in iconic City Heights building since 1932, offers full bar, live shows & jukebox.

4757 University Ave (San Diego)

Relaxed bakery hiding a speakeasy-style bar (via a hidden door), offering Japanese-inspired dishes and cocktails.

634 14th St #110 (San Diego)

Intimate, moody bar pairing handcrafted drinks with New American plates featuring exotic meats.

629 Kettner Blvd (San Diego)

Small, casual tavern known for cocktails, burgers & fries, offered amid vintage decor.

1863 Fifth Ave (San Diego)

Neighborhood bar for casual drinks & bites plus popular karaoke & other theme nights.

4012 30th St (San Diego)

Open, airy fixture offers a range of thoughtfully sourced wines amid a cool mixed-material backdrop.

2219 30th St (San Diego)

Cellar Hand turned Hillcrest into a wine lover’s happy place with California-heavy pours and hyper-local plates. Their spirit rolls on with…

1440 University Ave (San Diego)