Nautilus Tavern

American restaurant · San Diego

Nautilus Tavern

American restaurant · San Diego

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6830 La Jolla Blvd #103, La Jolla, CA 92037

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New American eats & drinks in mod, indoor-outdoor space  

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6830 La Jolla Blvd #103, La Jolla, CA 92037 Get directions

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6830 La Jolla Blvd #103, La Jolla, CA 92037 Get directions

+1 619 866 5454
nautilustavern.com
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San Diego’s Best Sports Bars and Restaurants | Eater San Diego

"This La Jolla bar and restaurant serves staple pub fare like crispy fried chicken wings, nachos with tequila-spiked queso, and a boisterous array of burgers and sandwiches, but shakes it up a little too: Diners can find dishes like a gochujang chicken plate, spicy green beans slathered in gochujang and served with ranch, and a charred Caesar salad. Regulars can watch NFL games all Sunday long; there’s free parking in the garage downstairs." - Eater Staff

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REZA VEYSEH

Google
An Incredible Spot – How Did I Not Come Here Sooner?! I’ve lived in San Diego for 21 years, and I’m honestly wondering how I never made it here before! I stumbled upon this place by chance—I just needed to use the restroom—but as soon as I walked in, I was completely impressed by the ambiance. It has the perfect balance of style and comfort, making it a great place to unwind. I ended up staying for a drink and some food, and everything exceeded my expectations. The cocktails were top-notch, the food was flavorful and well-prepared, and the staff was incredibly friendly and attentive. This isn’t some hidden gem—it’s a well-known spot for a reason! If you haven’t been yet, make sure to check it out. You’ll be glad you did!

Nicholas Dunford

Google
Went here three days in a row and had excellent service, food, and drinks each day. Sounds like they have recently updated their menu so can’t speak to prior options. Had great beer selection and was told cocktails were also fantastic. Would highly recommend stopping by.

Tre “Nerdy Traveler” Heitman

Google
Fantastic restaurant that's extremely delicious! We were out walking around the beach and got a bit hungry so headed up the hill a couple blocks and found this place. We love outdoor dining and saw they had tables outside. One thing led to another and then we were stuffing great food into our faces. The menu has many options but we opted for an appetizer which was The Gilroy garlic cheese curds and they were very tasty. If you've ever had the cheese curds from the cheesecake factory, think that but better! Also the photo showing the cheese curds is missing quite a few cheese curds because I forgot to take a picture before we started eating them. We were both out walking around and so we opted for salads. I got the surf salad with ahi and it was mighty tasty. I got the wasabi vinaigrette dressing and it had a small kick to it but nothing too spicy and it complimented the flavors of the Ahi and the grilled veggies that are mixed within the salad. My fiancee went with the Cobb salad with the cilantro lime vinaigrette dressing and that was also delicious. She got chicken in hers and the chicken was cooked perfectly. We will be heading back there again so I will update with what other goodies we try when we actually dig into their plates and such. They do have other things such as fish tacos, wings, ceviche, burgers, pasta and more. It wasn't that busy for a early September Saturday and there was open tables around 1: 00pm. Although people did start coming in right after us. I was also surprised with the cost as it was not that expensive for the two salads and appetizer with a soda and a tea. Definitely a new favorite that we will back too. Update #1: tried the buffalo chicken sandwich with cheddar cheese and regular fries. A+++ / also tried club sandwich with steak fries, also A+++. Great food! Update #2: Tried the fish tacos. Also most excellent! The lady stuck with the Cobb salad with the cilantro lime dressing so nothing new on her side. Added photos of the delicious fish tacos.

Estiee Palomino

Google
Fun location by the Beach ⛱️ with bar, seating, outdoor street or back yard seating and love rhe seasonal live music, trivia nights 🌙 and even hosted a Star Wars trivia night 2025. Also, the location hosts large events casual bathrooms 🚻 spacious with baby changing station.

Jamie Curtis

Google
This is a great Tavern! My husband and I stayed around the corner on our honeymoon and came to the Tavern everyday! Athena was our server I apologize if I spelt your name wrong. You invited us to your Christmas party and we had a blast just a day after our wedding. Thank you for our memories and the Philly cheese steak was the best we had! Please ask for Athena she make the best drinks! Thank you for our margaritas on the beach. We will definitely be returning on our next adventure! Thank you for your hospitality

Elaine Archer

Google
I am so GRATEFUL to the staff at Nautilus Tavern for canceling my order and refunding my credit card. I placed an order online thinking this restaurant was close to where I was staying on the East Coast. Needless to say when I asked for directions and google maps sent me clear across the United States to California to pick up my order, I knew I had made a BIG mistake. When I called and spoke to both the receptionist and manager they were very understanding and remedied this situation quickly and efficiently. Clearly, Nautilus Tavern has customers service as a priority! A refreshing experience. 💕

Leslie Atkinson

Google
We landed on this spot because they were showing fights, and the food sounded good. We were very pleasantly surprised. The ceviche and coconut shrimp were so delicious we actually ordered them twice. The ceviche had a ton of flavor and the coconut shrimp was sweet without being overly sweet. We finished our night with the churro waffle. It was so good the only picture I took was while our group was devouring it. Highly recommend!

William Li

Google
I had the most delicious fried mahi mahi taco at this fun sports bar. The staff were friendly and attentive. The crowd was relaxed but cheering on their beloved Padres. A great place to hang out, have dinner and kick it with friends.
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Maylinh S.

Yelp
Weirdest interaction I have ever experienced. I'm not one to write low rating reviews however, I thought I should share my experience. My boyfriend and I came on Sunday, December 30th at 5:46pm. We saw online that their happy hour was from 3pm-6pm. We came in excited to try a different place and watch the 49ers game and get drinks on happy hour! Unfortunately, our experience here was weird and left my stomach feeling a bit uneasy. As we were looking at the menu, the server greeted us and asked us if we would like to start with any drinks. We said yes and asked if it was still happy hour. She then said "no, it ended at 5pm". That was fine, maybe their happy hour changed and they just needed to update their website. No big deal. We didn't question it and still ordered drinks and ended up ordering the nachos. But then as we were closing out our tab and finishing the rest of our drinks, it just got even more weird. As we were closing the server said, "I felt bad since you guys asked for happy hour so I ended up giving it to you". It was a nice surprise and we thanked her and we just ended up staying for a few more minutes to finish our drinks. A lady then comes in and sits at the bar around an hour after we got there (6:45ish) and proceeds to ask the server if it was still happy hour. The server then answers with a firm no, it's not happy hour it ended at 6. This interaction happened right in the center of the bar, right where the center tv is. So I heard and saw this interaction. I was confused as to why she had told the lady 6 but had told us 5. My boyfriend then went to the bathroom before we left. He saw on their chalkboard that it says happy hour is from 3pm-6pm. We were both confused as to why the server was telling us 5. As we were exiting, I proceeded to ask, "just wanted to make sure for future reference what time does happy hour start and end". She then answers, "it usually is 3pm-5pm but sometimes they'll let us have it until 6pm". I'm not sure why there wasn't just a direct answer. This is where I regret not questioning why she had told the lady 6pm but us 5pm. I just thanked her and we left. We left discussing what happened. I tried to maybe justify why she had said 5pm the first time maybe she was new, maybe she just confused the times however, after hearing her tell the other lady that happy hour is over at 6, I knew that wasn't the case. I may be overthinking this situation however, I thought it would be nice for others to hear about my experience here. I'm not one to feel like race had something to do with this interaction but I just can't help but feel that it did. I was giving possible reasons as to why she was acting this way and trying to understand but overall I was just confused about this whole situation. I even called the next day to ask again what their hours were and the person on the phone said it was 3pm-6pm. I work in the industry, and I am truly excited for anyone who comes in for happy hour and will even apologize if they miss our happy hour. But not everyone is like that. I don't think I'll be coming back and as for anyone who is looking for their happy hour it is 3pm-6pm like it is stated on their website, Instagram, and in their restaurant.
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DeAnna L.

Yelp
They make a killer espresso martini that has a creamy topper! It was like drinking a latte where you can take your finger and rim the cup for the foam. This is a perfect spot in La Jolla for a night cap and some football.
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Jason W.

Yelp
Five stars for the Sunday NFL games viewing setup. They have a host/emcee which makes it a lot more fun but is not over the top. They'll put on any game you want to watch and have 13 different TVs to accommodate customers. The emcee also does trivia for prizes such as free drinks. Wasn't super crowded so I'd call it a hidden gem for now. Decent selection of brunch food and lunch foods such as tacos, which were large and good. Friendly service.
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Brenda D.

Yelp
Me and my mom wanted a beer after having dinner around the neighborhood and we were sad to find out they had a taco guy at the tavern or we would've dined here. We arrived in the middle of trivia night and the vibes were so fun! The staff were so friendly and fast! We really enjoyed ourselves.
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Steven O.

Yelp
Otis is the Man! We tried to keep him hopping but he is a pro and kept us Stocked! Super fun and great sense of humor too! Food it first rate! Must try the Chips and Guac and the Truffle Fries, as they have just the right amount of Truffle! All the food was beyond good! Ambiance is well... Stellar! Sit outside. I mean you are in San Diego and the weather is always Awesome!! You can see the tv's or people watch because you sit right off the main boulevard! We stopped in here several times during our stay and it was always First Rate! Live entertainment at night too!
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Katie K.

Yelp
I'm sad writing this review because I honestly used to love this little bar. My partner and I would come here for date nights when I lived in PB in 2022/2023. The drinks were unique, food was solid, it had a great sports bar vibe, the patrons weren't wild and most were in their 30s/40s/50s, and the bartenders were chill and personable. On our most recent visit though (the first time in a little over a year), it was completely different, and not in a good way. Ironically I had recommended this place to a couple clients the day before going, out of excitement for the prior experiences we had, and I had to deliberately rescind my recommendation to them after this experience. We arrived around dinner time and sat at the bar. The menu had changed considerably which was a bummer. None of the top recommended dishes I remember and would regularly see great reviews for on yelp were still on the menu. The healthy bowl, poke stack, buffalo cauliflower, coconut shrimp, pasta, and a number of signature drinks all seem to be gone. These were the items that actually made me love the place since it appealed to so many palates. Now it's just your run-of-the-mill/find-it-anywhere bar food (burgers, tacos, wings, fries). I could've stayed in PB for that. Probably the only positive change I noticed is the drink options (beer/wine/margs/sober/and draft) seem to have expanded a tad. I wouldn't say it's "better" but there are more of them. Regarding our experience - we arrived around dinner time. There appeared to be set up occurring for a class reunion out back, but still not too busy yet. We sat at the corner of the bar. Somehow the sports bar didn't have many sports on, but lots of local news, which I thought was a bit odd since it was during the Olympics. The bartender greeted us after a few minutes and gave us menus. We intended on ordering food and drinks, but generally have one drink before putting in food. With the menu changes though, we weren't thrilled about the options. We put in our drinks - I got the Lavender Haze and my partner got the La Jolla Mule. The mule tasted fine but the lavender haze was awful. Seriously, awful. I don't think the drink normally is bad, as I think I remember having and liking a version of it last time we had come. But this time it tasted extremely sour and bitter - like there was no simple syrup - just a ton of lemon juice and gin. My partner tried it too and echoed the same. Neither of us could finish it. I would've asked the bartender for something different, but it felt like he spent the entire time avoiding us. We were sitting at the corner of the bar-top nearest the drink drop off for tables outside so it wasn't like he didn't cross our spot... he would just directly avert eye contact and carry on elsewhere. It was strange. My partners drink was empty for a solid 10-15 minutes before he checked back in. I'm not sure if this bartender was just having a bad night, or overwhelmed, or what, but there was a lot of loud, disgruntled, and indirect vocalizations (not *to* anyone, just aloud as he's working) about how he was the only bartender at the front and didn't have a working portable cash out/square terminal. While I understand the frustration... it doesn't seem very professional. In another exchange we observed, a customer asked for a Guinness half and half. The bartender gave her a light beer. She asked him to remake it, reiterating that she requested a half and half. He didn't know what she meant or what a half and half was (another edgy vocalization of "I've been bartending for ten years and I've literally never heard of that in my life") so the customer explained it was half a lighter beer + half Guinness, and quite popular on the east coast. He proceeded to dump half the beer he gave her and top it off with Guinness from the draft. I'm no bar expert, but the amount of head on this preparation didn't look like the half and half's I've seen. He said "I'm assuming the head will just go away like a normal Guinness". She politely accepted what he gave her and he moved on. After we had waited with one empty drink and one hardly touched drink with no check in for about 10-15 minutes, we eventually decided we would not be eating or spending any more money there. We finally were able to flag down the bartender and check out. All in all, a place we used to really enjoy and rave about has been removed from our rotation of bars and I can no longer recommend it.
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George Y.

Yelp
Good food, great service and fun place to watch a game. It's always a good time every time I go to this place. The bartenders/servers are very friendly and they typically play the sound for the big games. A bunch of TVs sound you are bound to see your team play here. The food is pretty typical but their brunch menu has a twist to it. Give it a try. Well worth it.
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Jackie D.

Yelp
My boyfriend and his dad preformed at Nautilus Tavern in the band Gaba Groove the evening before Easter. They were accompanied by Bonfyre which is a Reggie band. This was the first time any of us came to Nautilus Tavern and we would definitely come back again to see other bands perform. The service there was great because the bartender and servers kept refilling our drinks. I ordered a side of fries which tasted pretty good and were pretty filling considering they were a side! Overall was a great experience and I'll definitely be back to try more items on the menu.
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Travis B.

Yelp
Love the staff. Went twice on my vacation and even though there was a slight mix up with the order on the first night, it was addressed and fixed. The food was great, drinks were fantastic, and I was able to enjoy the bar with my 20 year old daughter as she had Mocktails. If you're in La Jolla, take a few steps south from the "main area" and check out this friendly bar.
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Victoria S.

Yelp
OK! Not only was the food so delicious... Like literally everything was so delicious. The service was outstanding. The ambience was so fun and definitely a local place I would go to if I lived there. Young crowd! And while I was in San Diego/La Jolla for three days, this was one of the spots me and my girlfriends attended all 3 days. I wish I would've gotten pictures of food and a few other things but of course we were too busy having fun ! Man/bartender Courtney Lexi and a couple other amazing people help us out and gave us a great experience. If I ever find myself back in the area, they are gonna be wanna hang out with and see!!
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John R.

Yelp
It is fun but could be a hell of a lot cleaner. Sometimes the servers can be rude and rushed.
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Lori S.

Yelp
We love this place! Their food is really really good!! Brisket sandwich, steak frites and fish tacos, all fantastic! The service is always really great, and their manager Courtney is present and making sure everyone's happy. A great spot for football, good food, and fun energy!
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Travis B.

Yelp
Great sports bar. Great food. A lot of fun. Fun folks. Great place to watch football or any other sport really. If u haven't been. It's a must go for sure.
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Liz B.

Yelp
Nice local sports bar with terrific vibe and friendly service. We ordered the chicken wings and shared a brisket sandwich/homemade chips along with draft beer. Wings were decent. Brisket sandwich and chips were top notch. So all in all very positive BUT what will keep me from returning is: price and quantity of brisket in sandwich. $11 for a draft beer is simply too much to pay and quite frankly, when you order a sandwich at top price ($23) it should have more meat inside. I realize restaurants have had to raise prices for many reasons but in some dining experiences of late I have left feeling like value for amount spent was simply not there.

M D.

Yelp
Service was great! Claire was our server. We stopped by to watch the UFC fight. The shrimp was delicious! Chicken sandwich was also good. Parking is not the best. It's a cool spot.
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Kenneth R.

Yelp
Our Bay Area crew spent three nights in La Jolla and was attracted to the Nautilus Tavern as soon as we laid eyes on it. Since it was March Madness time, we asked for a specific table in front of the screens at 7PM that evening. "No problem -- we'll hold that table for you." They didn't. When we arrived at 7PM on the dot, "our" table was occupied with happy revelers. We were shown to another table, one that was arguably just as good as the one that we had selected, but the change did not represent a happy welcome. We ordered food and drink. Overall, we thought that everything we consumed was A-OK, but definitely not as good as the analogues that we had had the previous night at a place up the road. The $12 wine that two of us drank, the Kim Crawford Sauvignon Blanc from NZ, is a Costco staple that we buy for $11.49/bottle at home. My beer, the Stone Brewing Company hazy IPA, was simply not as good as the Glass Embolden Hidden Paradise Hazy IPA that was available up the street. My co-conspirators seemed to like their salads (a Southwest and a Cobb), but I found my sandwich (the Sweet Chili Chicken sando) to be only borderline palatable. We did watch some good hoops on the TV, and our evening wasn't terrible. Nonetheless, the Nautilus Tavern is not a place I'll run back to when I'm next visiting LJ.
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Angelina T.

Yelp
What a good spot! Aioli on the burger was so good and the fries were perfect. The service was great and the GM was awesome. The patio seating and nice weather was a good combo and the vibe here was awesome. First stop after a 5 1/2 hour drive from Vegas and def would make the drive again. 10/10

Christopher M.

Yelp
If you like sports - this os not the place for you. On a Thursday night, with - count em - 14 people in the entire place, watching the MLB playoffs and score is tied with bases loaded, two outs.... This genius "manager" changes the station!! No announcement. No "are you watching this?". I spent MONEY to be here and watch the game. I protest, hey why dod you turn that off wirh no botice or asking?? I get told "more people like football than baseball " There are 13 televisions and three games on. Like I said, "if you like sports, or respect for the customer, this is not the place for you (or me) ." Go to Duck Dive or JRDN or The Local or The Shack or The Spot and get much more respect as a customer.
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Leah M.

Yelp
I love the food here. Drinks are great. Ambiance is great. Servers and bartenders are always nice. Only issue is it is a bit overpriced, otherwise I think the place would be packed 24/7.
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Steven Alan D.

Yelp
After reading my previous review, the new GM Courtney reached out to me to let me know that much has changed here in recent months. Courtney showed me the utmost professionalism in making the situation right and trying to get to the bottom of what occurred. Courtney is an absolute gem! She has a tremendous amount of compassion and empathy, and I can honestly say that I have never had a General Manager of a restaurant go to such lengths to make sure that the situation was corrected. I have so many positive things to say about how the new GM Courtney took charge of the situation and made me feel like coming back to give them another chance. She also indicated that the old business partner is no longer with the corporation, therefore they have been cleaning house... Bravo, Courtney! There is a new Sheriff in town!!
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Shalen M.

Yelp
Omg!!!! I walked in here to get a drink and the student bar tender totally blew my Moscow mule twice and then gave me attitude for telling him he was wrong. Moscow mule Vodka Ginger beer and lime. This guy does vodka, lime juice and water? What the heck. $14.00? no way. Messed it up twice and they won't make it a 3rd time. Pls put a sign on the door so I can go somewhere else.
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Melissa H.

Yelp
We stopped in on a Monday afternoon after walking along the beach. We were in need of an ice cold beverage and had noticed this place bustling the evening prior. To our surprise & perhaps luck, it was just us and a few other patrons so getting our needs met was nearly immediate- win! We pareses the menu-which we had heard was good but settled on just our beverages this time due to dinner plans elsewhere. This place does have big TVs, a nice patio, spacious indoor seat which could accommodate parties & a large bar top. We will try it again as we make our way back to La Jolla.
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Brian D.

Yelp
A bar tucked in to a quieter spot in La Jolla that is most likely a decent spot for a drink and some sports. We ordered a to go meal on a Monday evening. It wasn't very full and still the service was bad. A manager walked past us multiple times doing menial tasks. There were multiple pieces of our order that were incorrect along with the food being just average.
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Lupita L.

Yelp
Great service with a smile! Great for bar food & beer. Burgers were great too ! I personally like the Totchos Nachos made with tots !!
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Rakhi B.

Yelp
Amazing and fun atmosphere..plenty of outside seating as well. Plenty of parking on the street and underground. So many tvs to watch sports We got the Buffalo cauliflower ..mozzarella sticks...garlic penne pasta.the good was amazing and plentiful. Drinks..mule and spicy margarita were my fav and strong but still tasted goof. Service..fast and friendly.

Deanna E.

Yelp
Went to this place while on vacation in the area. Walked up to podium to be seated no one greeted us. The guys at the bar just stared at me and my family. I asked another family close by if someone seated them they said no they just sat down and eventually someone came to take their order. After this a guy at the bar told my husband to sit anywhere. We sat down and waited for 5 minutes and nobody came to take our order or said one word to us, We ended up getting up and leaving. I think this place is more for people without kids and wanting to drink. Which is fine but put that on your website and yelp. Their website shows a kid menu so I thought in was inclusive for everyone.
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LiveALittle 3.

Yelp
Great place. Great food. Great vibe. But low key leaky pipe. Gotta watch out for the drip.
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Hayley G.

Yelp
Nautilus was a casual bar in La Jolla with a solid menu of surf and turf options one would expect from a beachside spot. We found ourselves here while exploring and looking for a happy hour. The half priced drafts were great and $2 off all appetizers until 6PM was a decent deal! However, we were not super impressed by the food. The flavors just were not as exciting as they seemed on the menu. For example, the Ahi looks fabulous but didn't really pack a flavorful punch, nor did the dips or the fish tacos. Good spot to hang out over beers, but the food isn't all that impressive for the price.
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Emmett T.

Yelp
This neighborhood bar and grill opened as a replacement for the La Jolla Tap and Grill which lasted a couple of years at this locale. Parking is curbside on the nearby streets in the Windansea area as there is no available private lot. They previously offered weekday specials starting at 5 pm ranging from a burger and beer for $12 on Mondays to 20% off chicken wings on Thursdays. The number of customers when I arrived at a past visit during pre-pandemic times was solid as over half the tables were seated. I selected the BBQ plate ($17) which consisted of slow smoked beef tri-tip served with a macaroni salad, barbecue baked beans, and a small house salad. The food came out pretty quickly from the kitchen so that was a positive. On the other hand, the items were decent but nothing stood out. The number of dining establishments is few in this part of La Jolla so a spot like the Nautilus Tavern should be able to hold its own with sufficient patronage from the locals.
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Jason M.

Yelp
Came here to watch the ufc event last night. After reserving a table, my friends and I were asked to give up our table for another group of people as the main event was about to start! I was so excited to try this place out with my friends to watch the ufc event. I'm familiar with how crowded bars that show big ufc events get. So I made sure to make a reservation. I call them a couple days before and ask if I can reserve a table. I even ask if I can pay for a table (as some bars allow you to have a your own private table). They tell me "no" and to use the open table app to make reservations. So after watching the undercard fights, then some of the main card, I was excited to finally watch the two main event fights. We were a table that ordered plenty of food and drink. We weren't rowdy or loud. And as the main event was about to start, they tell us they need our table because a group of guys paid for the table. I was confused. We weren't even done eating our food! What was the point of the reservation?! We ended up leaving. No main event. Unfinished food and drink. Very disappointed with this place.
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Dorithy Z.

Yelp
Here to watch a football game. Attentive service; just had apps and drinks. Friendly DJ keeps things upbeat during timeouts and commercial breaks....made it a fun afternoon!

Robert D.

Yelp
I'm a local LJ resident and have been coming here for about 6 years. Over the past year, I've witnessed quite the improvement in the experience. The food has always been above average for a 'bar' and there are a few items on the menu which are very good (steak frites, fish sandwich, tacos, chicken tenders). The main difference, however, is the vibe! The staff is fantastic!! Manager Courtney has assembled a phenomenal crew who make the locals and out-of-towners feel right at home. Stand out employees are Zach, JT, Lexi, Shawna and Mandy. They are fun, energetic, and provide great customer service. Under Courtney's leadership, the crew seems to love working here and that is the best energy to be around. The Nautilus on a UFC fight night is electric! Can't recommend this place highly enough!

Diane M.

Yelp
Had my bday party with about 40 friends on Nautilus' beautiful new back patio last night. Everything was perfect!!! .... from Daniel's initial cooperation, Jess' communications re all the details, our fabulous server, Lexi, who worked so hard and went the extra (20!) miles to give us gracious, efficient, fast and beyond accommodating service. She's a real pro and sweetheart, to boot. She also helped me set up and pair my Spotify dance playlist. Areas of patio were set up for dancing, eating, drinking, socializing, and lounging. The lighting was gorgeous and the heaters kept us comfortable after the sun was gone. Highly recommend this rather hidden gem on La Jolla Bl., just south of Nautilus!!
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John B.

Yelp
Things change, but with change comes new beginnings, however we will always be Nauti. It's been fun to be a fly on the wall. This new La Jolla local appreciates being accepted by the Community. My respect and love to all my nieces, but my deepest gratitude goes to favorite Irish/Italian Bostonian, Courtney. You are the Ultimate Pitbull. Send my regards and Happy Mother's Day to the Blonde that just wants to have fun. Welcome to the Real South of California! Yo Soy tu Padre.
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Mel M.

Yelp
Love this place! The new management & the staff are so friendly and welcoming, we've been here twice since visiting from Vegas! Their backyard/patio is dog friendly and the parking was convenient. I had the Southwestern Salad, with shrimp instead of chicken, tossed in the habanero bbq sauce--delicious! I ate it before taking a picture to post...oops lol. Cheese sticks with marinara are good appetizer. The Sexy Senorita cocktail is our fav, it taste like a Paloma and Spicy Margarita together in perfect harmony. Can't wait to go back and try more!
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Sally M.

Yelp
My friend and I walked down to the beach and stopped by Nautilus Tavern afterwards for happy hour (this was when restaurants were open for outdoor dining). We sat on the front patio and it wasn't too busy given it was mid-afternoon. Our servers were very friendly and kept their masks on and their distance when taking our orders. We only opted for drinks and nachos, but I also ended up getting dinner take out for my husband and I. The menu was available via scanning a QR code on your phone. I liked that option to make sure that germs aren't being spread! The happy hour prices are very good with half-off drinks and appetizers. The nachos were good and my strawberry mojito was very refreshing. My friend got a cocktail that wasn't that great and she couldn't drink it (she tried!). They actually ended up taking her cocktail off our tab since she didn't like it. That was definitely unexpected, but very appreciated. For my take out, I got a classic burger with tots and a pulled pork sandwich with fries for my husband. The food was packed nicely and very satisfying! We'll definitely be back to try more of their menu. They have happy hour and brunch specials as well.

Tania L.

Yelp
Had a party on the back patio and the staff were amazing- I was concerned it was going to be tough with a party of 25 but Lexi took care of us and so did the full crew who work there. The food was yummy- highly recommend for a large party.
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Alyssa F.

Yelp
Came here and sat outside for some quick apps & drinks during happy hour and the calamari/coconut shrimp was SO so good! Also had a few drinks and they were just okay. Overall, not a bad quick hangout spot but the downside for me was that everything was pretty pricey, even during happy hour.
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Victor P.

Yelp
Great atmosphere to watch NFL and college football. Went to watch the the Colorado vs Nebraska game and DirectTV was having technical difficulties. Lexi went above and beyond to ensure that I and another couple could watch college football games.

Angelica O.

Yelp
Went on a Saturday night and it was a great vibe! DJs, a cutie pop up shop and beautiful murals being created in the back. The bartenders were also sweet and attentive. I like this place and will be back!
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Tony T.

Yelp
Parking: 5 mins to find street parking at 730pm on Tues Ambience: Mellow Service: Amazing! our server was super friendly and efficient Food: I ordered the Whiskey Jerk Shrimp and the Nautilus Burger. The whiskey jerk shrimp was quite flavorful and the Nautilus Burger was a bit bland for me. Overall: food was good but the welcomingly friendly service brought it up a star.
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Nermin N.

Yelp
Food was excellent and also was ambiance, the service, the prices, basically all about it. We will certainly go back. It is a sport bar, with thousand screens (maybe not thousand but certainly it felt like it ; )))

Alfredo P.

Yelp
Really nice location. Really nice staff, extremely friendly. The food here is really good, I'd recommend the Nautilus Classic Burger.
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Dee H.

Yelp
Drinks are over-priced but a decent spot for a quick bite. The food is Not too exciting unfortunately but the staff was nice and attentive. The laid back environment was not the scene but it was 'Football Sunday'. I just wished my meal was as good as pictured.
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David F.

Yelp
Good sports vibe Friendly staff and good food. Enjoy for sporting events. Some healthy options.
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Ashlyn Y.

Yelp
Big portions here! I got the healthy bowl and it was super tasty. This place is dog friendly too!

Diana C.

Yelp
My husband, friends, and I went here for UFC 285. My friend called in advance to make a table reservation. When we got there, I asked if there was a cover. We often go to sports bars to watch PPV fights so I'm familiar with spend requirements when there is a big fight scheduled. None. Our waitress started taking drink orders. As someone who does not drink alcohol, I asked if there was a drink requirement. If there were, I would often buy MY required drinks and give it to my friends. None. I asked for water no ice, not cold, as I cannot tolerate drinking cold water. Tap water would have been fine. My friends got their drinks and I got my water. Although it had no ice, it still was cold. Okay, I said, I'll just sip it slowly and wait for it to be room-temp. That was not a problem. Food orders were taken. I handed my waitress my AmEx Gold card as I told her my food orders-- Chips with Salsa, Queso, and Guacamole & Calamari with fries. She said no to the card, and that she would just split the bill towards the end. I said okay, as that was her instructions. My husband kept ordering rounds of beer for him. As did my friends. They ordered food and alcohol. I got my food but I had no utensils. I asked for utensils. My water cup was now empty so I asked for more water please. I reiterated, no ice/ not cold please. The waitress came back with a pitcher of water filled with ice. I asked again nicely for water without ice/ not cold. Eventually I got my water, although no ice, it was still cold. I did not let it bother me as I wanted to enjoy the evening watching the fights. My husband tried the chips. He thought it was stale or perhaps not fresh. I asked one of my friends to try it to see if he thought the same. He said he did not think it was stale but just needed salt. I asked the waitress for salt please, never got it. The main card started playing. It was now PPV. I asked for my waitress and ordered desserts. I asked for one of each of the desserts they have-- Bread Pudding and Waffle Ice Cream. She said they do not have the Bread Pudding. I said okay, let's get two Waffle Ice Cream. They cleared our table as we ordered desserts. We got our Waffle Ice Cream. Again, I do not have utensils. I waited for utensils as the ice cream melted. I just started eating my Waffle Ice Cream and the waitress was standing in front of me, blocking my view of the fights, collecting payments from one of my friends. I was paying attention to the fights so I just took my AmEx Gold card again and just handed it to her. I thought it was weird that she was already collecting payments when I was not even done eating. I had just started eating my melted Waffle Ice Cream. Between not getting water that I could comfortably drink, not having water for some period of time, getting a not-so-fresh chips, not getting salt, having to wait for utensils twice, blocking my view of the fights, and closing out my tab while I was still eating, I gave my waitress a 10% tip. The waitress then told us that in order for us to stay seated, a tab should be open. WHY DID YOU START COLLECTING PAYMENTS THEN INSTEAD OF ASKING US IF WE WANT TO ORDER MORE?! I was losing my patience but Schevchenko was about to fight. I said okay, give me another Waffle Ice Cream. I told my husband and my friend to order more drinks for themselves and just charge it to my card. She also said that she did not charge us for the fight cover or the gratuity but that I did not give enough tip for my tab. !!!!! IF YOU EXPECT A SPECIFIC AMOUNT OF GRATUITY, THEN CHARGE IT TO MY CARD. I was getting really annoyed this time so I bit my tongue and just handed her my AmEx Gold card again... to which she said no again. I asked if there was a cover. I asked if there was a required spend. I handed out my AmEx Gold Card. This time a guy came to our table. Either he was a security guard or also a server, I don't know. He said we need to make our table available for others who "spend a lot of money, they already spent $200". I JUST STARTED ANOTHER TAB AS PER MY WAITRESS' INSTRUCTIONS!!! I told my husband and friend to keep ordering and just put it on my card, I don't care. I asked the guy why he's kicking us out when I'm still eating. He said he wasn't kicking us out... BUT HE JUST WANTS US TO LEAVE THE TABLE. ?!?!?! He then said something about how I only gave $8 tip on a $87 tab. IF THEY WANT A 20% TIP, GIVE ME A DRINK THAT I COULD DRINK. GIVE ME UTENSILS TO USE. GIVE ME FRESH CHIPS. GIVE ME SALT. DON'T CLOSE MY TAB WHEN I'M STILL GOING TO ORDER MORE. DON'T KICK ME OUT WHEN I'M STILL EATING. He was apologetic and he said that our second tab was on him... just clear the table. We left without seeing the co-main and main UFC events.
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Joey S.

Yelp
DO NOT GO TO THIS PLACE if you are looking for the normal "dive" place as the reviews mentioned, you will not like it. The dj was playing some shit that would be cool if I was tripping on EX, but not the case. Than $25 for a vodka cranberry with an extra shot because the first one was weak as hell! they never heard of Sailor Jerry to top it off. And then another 4% surcharge on top of that. No thanks. The place sucks ass and if you are anywhere over 25, you're too old for the crowd by far. Save your time and just go to Hennessey's for a much better vibe.

Dive B.

Yelp
Why is this guy allowed to park in your handicap spots, as well as your fire lane, when his only disability is his low IQ and testosterone? Just because he is the hoods biggest ahole doesn't give him the right to park his ugly cars wherever he wants... Taco Tuesday is awesome tho!