Coaster Saloon

Food was a little disappointing. I had a brisket burger but took the bun out. My meat was quite fatty. Mac and cheese was ok. I did like the onion rings. A little greasy but good. My apple dessert was very liquidy. 😞

I'm so glad we did this at the beginning of our stay because we went back for another try. Really enjoyed the BBQ. Brisket was flavorful and didn't need sauce. Ribs fell off the bone and the potato salad with bacon...yummy! All the food was great, the drinks were ok. Great decorations and outdoor seating. Burger is similar to a large smash burger, which i love. Brisket chili alone is a great helping/portion. It's definitely a great spot for lunch or dinner. Staff is super friendly and helpful. Had gluten-free options for friends, which was awesome.

Whoa baby. I did not expect bbq to be this GOOD at the boardwalk. Typically boardwalk food is mid but not the case for Coaster Saloon. The brisket was delicious, the pulled pork was super tender and the grilled chicken was made to perfection. My wife loved the street corn! The Mac and cheese was piping hot!! The crunchiest in there was a nice touch. Corn bread is a must try! Special shout out to our server Alex for taking care of us on a busy night!

Me and my wife came across this place when we were driving in San Diego with our box truck company. We had a late drop off and we would started and looking for something to eat because we we’re starving and we came across this place even though it was late they still served us with good customer service and the food was still good. we ended up getting a meat combo. I don’t remember which one or what kind but I know it came with brisket and ribs plus sides and everything was so good and seasoned and tender. And to add to it, it had great scenery as well. So if you’re ever in San Diego, please go check this place out….. I LOVE GOOD BBQ AND THEY HAVE IT!! ✅👍🏽

If I could give this place 6 stars I would! My family was in San Diego for a quick weekend trip to Sea World and the zoo and my son wanted some BBQ. I just picked this place because it was close to the boardwalk. Not knowing what to expect we walk over to the place. We were welcome by the best waitress I've ever met. Megan is an angel! My youngest has autism and she caught that fact immediately. She suggested we sit away from the crowd to help with the noise. She helped answer questions about the menu and made sure we had everything we needed. I can't speak highly enough about Megan. She needs to be on TV or in movies. She's just amazing! Now the food. Talk about great food. I've had Caesar salads all over the US and the one I had was tied for jest I've ever had. The chicken was tender and seasoned to perfection. My oldest had the pulled pork and she couldn't stop eating it. My first son tackled the monstrous burger, which managed to finish. My youngest had ribs and man did he enjoy them. Finally, the onion rings there are heavenly. If you go for anything, go for the rings. Even as full as everyone was we had to try them and we weren't disappointed. Please go support this local business and say hi to Megan. She'll take very good care of you. Thanks.

Stopped by after walking the Mission Beach boardwalk and stumbling upon this spot, and it did not disappoint! We tried the pulled pork nachos and they were absolute fire — loaded with flavor, perfectly cheesy, and that BBQ sauce on the side? Insane. Sweet, smoky, and the perfect pairing. The vibe here is just as good as the food. They’ve got a cool backyard-style area with games like giant Connect Four, which made it a fun and laid-back hangout spot.

Great GF buns for there sandwich options. Great brisket and pulled pork. Highly recommend the Kuba Sandwich too! Dog friendly patio. Edit - Went back the next day and enjoyed their chicken strips (huge), onion rings (also huge!), brisket chili (superb) and fish and chips. You will Not leave hungry and will enjoy it!

Stopped here for a quick meal and left pleasantly surprised by how good the food was, and how amazing the service staff were. Simple, fresh ingredients and and well thought out menu. Server was helpful and attentive without constantly checking in with us. Thanks again Steven!

First time here was looking for a new bbq spot and I finally found it! Food is Amazing! And shout out to Hailey for the amazing service and great recommendations!

Stopped by after walking the Mission Beach boardwalk and stumbling upon this spot, and it did not disappoint! We tried the pulled pork nachos and they were absolute fire -- loaded with flavor, perfectly cheesy, and that BBQ sauce on the side? Insane. Sweet, smoky, and the perfect pairing. The vibe here is just as good as the food. They've got a cool backyard-style area with games like giant Connect Four, which made it a fun and laid-back hangout spot.

Was craving BBQ and I wasn't expecting much from a spot right across from Belmont Park, but I was pleasantly surprised at the value and quality of food! I got the bbq feast for a party of 2 and split it between 3 people and we still had some food leftover. The chicken was my favorite of the meat and I was a big fan of their potato salad as well. The baked beans had ground beef in them which threw me off a bit, but overall the platter was great. For a Sunday evening it wasn't too busy and the food came out super fast.

I ordered via Uber Eats as reviews were good. Maybe it was an off day, idk? I ordered the two meat plate. Portions were very small for what I was expecting - comparing it to the 2 meat plate at similar restaurants. The chicken on the plate was tasty but the tri-tip was pretty dry and chewy. The PBJ burger that I bought for my kid was tasty and unique. Not sure if it would have been any different if I were in person. May try it again as there were some positives, but the portions on that plate were pretty small.

Food was great, we had the family barbecue meal and it fed three of us completely. All food and sides were delicious. I highly recommend this establishment.

The children tenders are the best I've had!!! My hubby and I ordered the chicken tenders as an appetizer, what we got was four of the biggest and most tender chicken The street corn side dish, actually all the sides were delicious as well. We will definitely call this our Mission Beach go to for BBQ!!!

Oh my goodness is all I was saying my whole time here! The food, the drinks, the service all 10/10!! We we're staying in Oceanside with my in-laws, but decided to go to San Diego right before heading back to the heat in Arizona and decided we wanted to grab some lunch so I immediately yelped what was around and was immediately drawn to coaster saloon. We also did have our two doggies with us and we're delighted that they are also pet friendly! But onto the important part, the food and the drinks, not only did they have very fast and friendly service. The food was so fresh and the drinks were delicious. I normally don't get a frozen cocktail, but this one did not disappoint! I ordered the best chicken salad, the SOB Salad that I would just drive back for this salad!! My girlfriend ordered the party fowl sandwich which also comes with the best fries and she loved it!! Definitely will be visiting again!

Ok, so I wanted tacos and my son wanted bbq. we ended up playing rock paper scissors shoe, and he won lol so we ended up at this spot and I'm so glad he won!! The food here was delicious my son got the loaded fries and we also got the plate for two with chicken and brisket it comes with three sides, so we got the bbeans, collar greens and corn plus corn bread and it was just the best! Service was also great!! Will definitely return

I was recently on a work trip and stayed just down the street from the Coaster Saloon. I took a walk there to grab a bite to eat and have a beer. I was extremely happy with my choice. I'd read reviews and decided this was a good place to check out. I ordered a couple local craft beers throughout the time there. I also ordered their Party Fowl chicken sandwich with Carolina Gold sauce. What a tasty sandwich! The entire time I was there, staff stopped over to check in and make sure food was warm and the beer was cold. The atmosphere of this bar and grill was perfect for a low key Wednesday evening dinner. The decor was great! I was glad I made the walk to eat here. There wasn't a whole lot of other sit-down places in the evening in this area. They do a good job of making this a welcoming joint.

Cool spot, got attended and greeted right away. The server, Hailey, was fantastic and made excellent recommendations. Food was delicious! Tender meat falling off the bone! Great place to chill, have a drink, and play games. Everyone was having a great time. Definitely recommend.

Came here for my birthday with my family and Alex was great! Very accommodating and knowledgeable about the food and drink offerings.

Hailey always kill it as my bartender! Been here a few times and I love the prices the food the vibes! 10/10

Stopped by for dinner on 8/8/25. The restaurant lively the food was excellent, and the service was great, especially considering there was a large party of about 25 that was seated a little after we were. When your visiting the Belmont boardwalk, I would recommend this restaurant.

Tucked in near the boardwalk of Mission Beach lies this hidden gem. If you're around the Belmont park area, it's only a short walk away. It's a small interior, but they do have outdoor seating also. The outdoor seating is great if you like people watching. The food is actually surprisingly good. There's not a whole lot of good bbq in San Diego, but this place has some of the most tender brisket I've had. The ribs are also fall off the bone tender! The sides are pretty decent too. Staff were very nice and attentive. They would swing by and check up on us and see if we needed refills on drinks.

Great find for really good BBQ! There were 6 adults and FOUR kids under 5 and this was the place...open area for kids, and fast service. A shout out to KATRINA...she was great and service was outstanding! The food could not have been better...the best brisket I've had in years. Great smoke, great sauces, and the sides were excellent. AND...GREAT service by everyone, but especially KATRINA

The food was delicious, service was super friendly and efficient, and ambiance was fun and laid back. Everyone was happy with what they ordered!

Went to mini golf nearby & was craving BBQ after! I came in with pretty low expectations with it being in such a popular area - like who's going to get great BBQ at Mission Beach? WELL I WAS WRONG! Our server was consistently checking on us and making sure we had everything we needed. If we had any questions, she would always answer everything patiently. Sometimes when you're being served, you can tell it's just a job but our server really made you feel taken care of in a genuine way. We got the 2 meat BBQ plate (hot links & brisket), chicken tenders & TJ Burger. The BBQ plate came with hot links - the most pleasant experience that these hot links had bits of jalapeño AND cheese in them. They were succulent with a kick. I'm still craving them as I write this and it's been months later. The brisket was tender and I like all the sauces they have you can choose from. The TJ burger has a roasted jalapeño on it which makes it sooooo good. It was packed with ingredients & was well balanced. The chicken tenders were huge & had the right amount of crisp. Great job Coaster Saloon!

I don't understand why a dish that can be meatless has meat! BBQ restaurants already have plenty of meat-why not have some side dishes that can be enjoyed by people who don't eat meat (pork, specifically, in my case). The potato salad, collard greens, and baked beans ALL have pork. So, I ordered a pastrami sandwich. There was one slayer of meat! Considering that I substituted two meats (pulled pork and ham) in the Kuba sandwich for only one meat (pastrami), I should have been given a bit more meat. The meat that I was given was very fatty, too. By the time I forked off all of the fat, I could only eat 1/2 of the sandwich (there wasn't enough meat left for the other 1/2). Also, the fries (frozen) were overcooked and dry. The waitress simply said, "Sorry," and walked away. I don't plan on coming back...

If you're looking for a place that's conveniently located just a few feet from the sand, this is a solid choice. I came here with my daughter, looking for a good burger. I had the Boss Hog with pulled pork, beef brisket, and fried onions. There was no shortage of meat on this burger. It hit the spot. It was nice to sit on a patio with just us on our single table. The boardwalk was only a few feet away so after lunch, we were on the beach in seconds. I would definitely visit this place again the next time I'm at Belmont Park.

This place was just alright. We got the tri tip special and were not super impressed. It was a bit dry and bland and expensive for the quality. The beer and drink selection was nice and appreciate the gigantic sizes. Staff was nice and accommodating despite some weird interactions with seemingly in-training waitress. It did the job but likely wouldn't go back for the food.

The food was great, I ordered a kuba sandwich, which was flavorful. The atmosphere was warm and the hostess was the sweetest.

Food was amazing! Ordered the Mac with brisket, very fulfilling! Then I got the Q Burger and its MASSIVE just like its flavor, after I got the banana pudding dessert! Great Service from Haley, very attentive and a great conversationist. She helped guide drink and food choices and she didn't steer me wrong!

After dancing by the beach, we decided to get some food and this joint was within walking distance and was still open. I had this spot on my list to try, but didn't realize it was located by the roller coaster haha. There was 3 of us and we decided to share the party of 2! This platter is served with Texas toast, house pickles, onions, and comes with brisket, smoked pulled pork, bbq chicken breast, and 3 sides! For our sides, we chose fries, green beans, and mac n cheese! It didn't look like much, but it was a lot of meat! The sides were filling and everything was good. The brisket was tender and flavorful. Service was okay at first, but got friendlier as the night went on.

Great service fast and friendly right by the beach Javier is awesome and will take good care of you!

We did have a great experience. Street corn is the best in the business. Top 5 best coleslaw I have ever eaten. Mac and cheese is also a top 5. Great BBQ sauce. Be careful, the prices are getting high. $19 for a burger, yikes! We have no problem coming back here one day. See our YouTube channel Coolest Life.

Stayed in San Diego with my family for a week. We came here 3 different times. The staff here treated us like we have known them for years. We had great service and a great time each time we stopped by!!We had the brisket nachos and the brisket was amazing. The atmosphere and vibes are spot on! Great family and or adult restaurant to have a great time. We will be back next year for sure!!

From AZ here! This is a great place for families near the beach! Food was also top-notch. Husband and I shared nachos. Service was very friendly and attentive. This is our go to spot when we are in Mission Beach!

Has a great local vibe, and good food, if you can get it. The (female) bartenders are chronically more interested with catch-up gossip with the locals than servicing customers who are waiting, and waiting, and waiting, at the bar. I have walked out, void of Any service, for the last time. Unfortunate.

Great gluten free options. Maddie was the sweetest server & very informative with the gluten free options. Would recommend!

The food was amazing, service was wonderful, and it was a nice atmosphere super close to Belmont.

Best Birthday Experience Ever - Thanks to Alex! My family and I celebrated my birthday at Coaster Saloon, and we were lucky enough to have Alex as our server -- and WOW, what an incredible experience! From the moment we sat down, Alex made us feel genuinely welcomed and cared for. He was friendly, fast, attentive, and went above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect. He also made great recommendations and checked in with us just the right amount -- never too much, never too little. He made our whole family feel special, and his energy was exactly what you want when you're out celebrating. The food was delicious, the atmosphere was awesome, and the service from Alex took everything to the next level. He truly made my birthday dinner unforgettable. Thank you, Alex! We'll definitely be coming back -- and we're asking for you every time!

I can't lie I was a little skeptical about this place simply, because of its location. Tourist locations & bbq on the west coast do not usually pan out to well. My older son wanted bbq, which turned out to be the best bbq spot on this side of the map without a doubt... the beans & the brisket were the star of the show for me. The wife & I had a shareable tray with chicken included which was equally as good. The smaller kids loved their burgers & my older son loved his order of loaded fries. Customer service to top it off was superb too. The manager coming out to assure we were gettin the right dishes only confirmed we made the right choice by stopping here. We definitely will return here whenever we're in the area again!

We make it a point to stop here every time we're in San Diego. The food never disappoints and the service is always top notch! Definitely a spot I'd recommend to anyone visiting!

Stopped in on a Wednesday around 4:00 pm. Attentive staff. Good food. Had a rough margarita for $10 and 2 pork sliders for another $10 that were very good. When I got my bill, a 5% service charge had been added to the tax without being itemized or even noted. THIS IS NOT COOL OR ETHICAL! They already charge steep prices for a beach bar. Nothing fancy here. My server pointed out that the charge was explained in fine print at the bottom of the menus. It's time for the Cohn Family Restaurants to knock off this piddling cheesy con, unless they want to change their name to "The Con" group. Be upfront and show your true prices on your menus. To his credit, the server took the extra 5% off my bill without complaining. Also, adding sales tax to drinks bought and consumed at the bar is also tacky. What's next for the Cohn group? Pay toilets?

The guy who sat us down was kind and considerate. I also appreciated his humor. His colleague, on the other hand, needs to take some notes about how it's done. Maybe she was still in-training? Not sure, she never introduced herself. Just showed up and stood there staring at me for a solid handful of minutes. I felt mildly uncomfortable. Food was just okay. The tri tip was pretty dry, and the Mac and cheese was bland. What I appreciated the most was that they had a "big" option for their beers. I got a kick out of their big beer mugs.

My second time eating here and the burger and fries were amazing. The waiter was very friendly and very on top of giving good service. Over all everyone seemed to be in a great mood.

This is my second visit to coaster saloon because the food is great. I had the loaded nachos and an alcoholic beverage named "cool down" a cucumber infused tito's handmade vodka, lime, ginger beer, angostura bitters recommend by Roldan Alejandro. Which made my second visit to coaster saloon memorable like the first time, this guy needs a raise he is always happy and constantly checking up on us. Thank you Roldan and team for the world class customer service and great food.

Best service and very accommodating. Appreciate your kind yes no I I can smell the barbecue. From Arizona and THANK YOU for your hospitality and taking care of me M APPRECIATE YOU.

My first time trying this was during restaurant week a few years ago. Fell in love with their Mac and cheese and keep on getting every time. I love how it's creamy and has breadcrumb which gives a crunch. I Can here back in April with my family. I got impossible burger which was delicious. The dessert was also really good and with the ice cream it was the perfect amount of sweetness. My family loved their food.they thought it was good. It such a cute place close to mission bay. The aesthetic of this place is so cute and family oriented. I will be coming back because it has good food and the service was great too.

This location was perfect for our team Lunch following our softball games. The restaurant is perfect for larger groups and families. The menu has plenty of options for all ages. We went with the BBQ platter for 2 and it did not disappoint. The brisket was so tender and well seasoned I would definitely order it again. Our server, Hailey, was great considering we had such a large party. Her coworkers jumped in to help bringing food in a timely manner and with a warm smile. The whole staff is terrific.

Okay I don't usually leave reviews but WOW. Food was amazing! The bartender Avi was super friendly and kept my cup full. The manager Macjei made us his specialty drink, just as a friendly gesture!! Our server Hailey was ON POINT and recommended the best dishes!! You would think this area is all just tourist-y but actually it's super low-key and local friendly. Check them out:)

I'm upset that the string beans were unremarkable... bland...Because the ribs and bbq chicken entrees were amazing in the church pan that Sista Marvin sent you home with after a long assed service. The Mac n cheese was savory (not baked from church) but still very good! The collards were impressive & I'm so happy they were actually collards and not Swiss chard like these jokers tried to gaslight me in NY years ago... I digress ... I actually shared the two entrees with my boy toy and two wee ones . We were full! Portion sizes were perfect! Texas toast was delicious & some even enjoyed the pickled veggies under the wrapping ! We will return . Not sure about the ambiance- ordered the food for pick up .

Happened upon this place while visiting San Diego with family for my daughters 21st birthday! When we first got there it wasn't very busy but the hostess was struggling to get our party of 10 sat together. She basically said your choices are here or there. They were not willing to move extra tables. She finally resorted to asking other people to move from one table to another - which was super embarrassing for us! Very kind of them to move. Food was good. Nothing AMAZING. Beer was cold.

Stopped in to watch Sunday night football. Not Very crowded but our server , Nicole was very attentive. Due to health conditions we try to Eat Healthy but splurged on the Chicken BBQ and Fixings. Food Was Very good. A true sports bar as They did replace music with tv broadcast when The game started

The New Chef's 2025 feature "Surf & Turf BBQ sandwich was absolutely amazing!! Thanks to the bartender Mark who made a delicious Teremana tequila Bloody Maria.... Always great food & drinks! I will be back soon!!

Came here during a Sunday afternoon during Sunday football. There's plenty of seating indoor and outdoor. Getting seated was quick. Server took our orders and food came out pretty quickly. There's plenty of TVs all around so this is a great spot to watch sports. We ordered the corn nachos and added brisket and the ribs plate. Food was delicious.

Solid food, not crazy expensive and Alex our waiter was incredible! Quick with it and really funny. Thanks Coaster Saloon!

Good fun atmosphere, good place to bring families and kids. The kids had a ball playing foosball while we waited.

Friends from AZ came to visit and we were looking for a place to eat during our time at Belmont Park. Our server was April and she was sharp, respectful, and so patient and encouraging with the kids. The portions were large and tasty, we really enjoyed our burgers! It's a casual sports bar, but on a Friday afternoon we didn't feel uncomfortable bringing kids here to eat. Overall, a lovely experience, especially thanks to April and the staff!