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The Tower - Reviews

4757 University Ave, 92105 San Diego
All reviews at a glance
191

Reviews

84.3%

Satisfaction

18

negative

12

neutral

161

positive

What people say about The Tower

Service Type
  • Dine-in
Nicole
Review date: 11/15/2025
2
Disappointing Experience, Not Worth the Cost
My experience at this restaurant was largely defined by the service. My favorite part of the show was watching this guy’s back the whole time because even though he clearly saw us watching, he still decided to stand right in front of us. This lack of attention made the experience not worth paying for.
  • service2
  • paying for1
Visit Type
  • Special Occasion
Group Type
  • Couple
Group Size
  • Couple
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Dinner
Christian C.
Review date: 11/14/2025
8
Cool Christmas Eve Spot
I had a cool experience at this spot on Christmas Eve with my girlfriend, Jesika, before heading to my parents' house for Christmas lol. The service, atmosphere, and food were all rated a 4 out of 5.
  • service7
  • atmosphere7
  • food7
Price per Person
  • $11–$20
Visit Type
  • Casual Outing
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Wait Time
  • Immediate (0–5 min.)
Noise Level
  • Loud
Carlos M.
Review date: 09/04/2025
9
Best Bar and Live Venue in SD!
My experience at this bar was fantastic! It's the best bar in SD and the best live venue in San Diego. They are always playing cult classics on VHS, which is a unique touch. The drinks were heavy pours, and the music was heavy riffs! The atmosphere was a perfect 5/5, and while it was loud, you could still hold a conversation.
  • bar10
  • live venue10
  • cult classics on VHS9
Price per Person
  • $91–$100
Visit Type
  • Casual Outing
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Noise Level
  • Moderate
joe
Review date: 08/25/2025
8
Great place with a unique vibe
My experience at this restaurant was great. If you're lucky, you might get to see our local tattooed redhead OF star sitting at the bar – you can't miss her with her big vulture tattoo on her chest. She's usually there "interviewing" guys to work with. Good luck!
  • atmosphere9
  • service6
Price per Person
  • $11–$20
Visit Type
  • Casual Outing
Group Type
  • Friends
Group Size
  • Large Group
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Wait Time
  • Immediate (0–5 min.)
Elias A.
Review date: 06/08/2025
9
Best Small Venue with Great Bands!
My experience at this restaurant was fantastic! It's one of the best small venues in San Diego, offering decent prices, great bands, and a super chill crowd. I definitely recommend it!
  • prices8
  • bands9
  • crowd8
Visit Type
  • Tourist Experience
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Harmony R.
Review date: 03/01/2025
10
Best Punk Rock Bar Experience
My experience at this bar was fantastic! If you're visiting San Diego and looking for an authentic punk rock bar experience, this is the place to go. The service was excellent, and the atmosphere was exactly what I was hoping for.
  • punk rock bar experience10
  • service10
  • atmosphere10
Visit Type
  • Tourist Experience
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Katy M.
Review date: 12/12/2024
2
Unique Culture, Unprepared for Service
My experience at this restaurant was unique and something I was unprepared for. The servers yell at you, which is part of its distinct culture and experience.
  • culture5
  • experience5
  • servers2
Visit Type
  • Food Exploration
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Ireen K. K.
Review date: 12/03/2024
7
Great Cocktails and Salad, Tired Menu
My experience at this restaurant was a mixed bag. I absolutely loved the cocktails and highly recommend the kale salad – it's a must-try! However, on my last few visits, I found the pizzas and patatas to be quite uninspired and unchanged for a long time, suggesting the menu needs a refresh. On a positive note, the wine by the ounce option is fantastic.
  • cocktails9
  • kale salad10
  • wine by the ounce9
  • pizzas3
  • patatas3
  • menu4
Visit Type
  • Casual Outing
Service Type
  • Dine-in
robert J.
Review date: 12/01/2024
10
Awesome Dog-Friendly Spot with Great Food!
My experience at this restaurant was fantastic! What made it truly awesome was that they allow dogs. 🐾🐕🐾 The food was excellent, and the staff was very polite. ❤️🙂
  • dogs10
  • food10
  • staff10
Price per Person
  • $11–$20
Visit Type
  • Casual Outing
Group Type
  • Couple
Group Size
  • Couple
Service Type
  • Dine-in
Meal Type
  • Dinner
Wait Time
  • Short (6–15 min.)
Noise Level
  • Loud
Nicole
Review date: 09/04/2024
9
Awesome Dive Bar with Great Energy!
My experience at this dive/punk bar was fantastic! The night I visited, there was a really cool all-girl band from San Francisco playing. They had great energy that really got the whole place going. The bartender, Heather, was super awesome and incredibly quick; no one had to wait for a drink. My husband joked she looked like an octopus with 8 arms! 😆 🐙 They also had a taco guy there that night, which added to the fun. I meant to buy a sweatshirt, but that just means I'll have to go back soon, especially on a Friday night to have Heather as my bartender again.
  • dive/punk bar9
  • all-girl band9
  • great energy10

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