Books & Records
Restaurant · San Diego
2202 Fourth Ave, San Diego, CA 92101
Highlights
"Experience globally inspired American cuisine and craft cocktails in a stylish atmosphere with live music most evenings."
"Experience globally inspired American cuisine and craft cocktails in a stylish atmosphere with live music most evenings."
"At Books and Records, the library of beverages extends well beyond booze. This airy San Diego space — marked by tall exposed wood trestles and curved teal booths — serves up standout mocktails alongside the real deal. The restaurant is dog-friendly for those who can’t leave their pup behind; live music sets the vibe on Friday and Saturday nights. Sip on a Smoke on the Horizon (smoked vanilla, oat milk, cinnamon, walnut bitters) or keep it crisp with a Lemongrass Soda (lemongrass syrup, lime, sparkling water). And for a little something extra? Try the I Got Ube — a dreamy mix of ube-mint syrup, lemon juice, and bubbles." - Kelly Bone
"Bankers Hill bar Books & Records is celebrating New Year’s Eve with a Studio 54-themed dinner featuring dishes inspired by the 1970s. The four-course menu is priced at $75, with the optional Disco Sips pairing for $50. After dinner, the venue will host the Mirror Ball Drop Party for $45.25, including a DJ disco dance party with passed hors d’oeuvres and a complimentary midnight toast. Disco chic or 1970s cocktail attire is highly encouraged." - Helen I. Hwang
"Books & Records breathes new life into a hallowed restaurant space in Bankers Hill where live music, including jazz, soul, and R&B, is offered several nights a week. Operated by the owners of Hillcrest’s popular Common Stock, the comfortable space serves a dinner menu from chef Ryan Stickel (Ironside, Mister A’s) highlighted by scallop and shrimp aguachile with tomatillo nước chấm and a shareable platter of Coca-Cola-braised duck carnitas paired with shiso pancakes, salsa macha, and salsa verde.." - Candice Woo
"Celebrate at the Gatsby Gala with a live band and a three-course menu ($75) along with an optional Speakeasy Sips pairing for $50. The Midnight Mingle add-on experience for $35 includes a DJ dance party. 1920s cocktail attire is recommended." - Helen I. Hwang
"Celebrate at the Gatsby Gala with a live band and a three-course menu ($75) along with an optional Speakeasy Sips pairing for $50. The Midnight Mingle add-on experience for $35 includes a DJ dance party. 1920s cocktail attire is recommended." - Helen I. Hwang
