Oculto 477

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Oculto 477

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2414 San Diego Ave, San Diego, CA 92110

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2414 San Diego Ave, San Diego, CA 92110 Get directions

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Best Speakeasies to Sneak Into in San Diego | Eater San Diego

"A cozy nook inside Old Town mezcaleria Tahona, Oculto 477 pays homage to the 477 bodies buried at El Campo Santo Cemetery located next door to the bar. To enter, visitors must confess one of the seven capital sins (lust, gluttony, greed, sloth, wrath, envy, and pride) or make a confession of their own. Upon entering the dimly lit alcove, guests can make themselves comfortable at the bar or at the blue velvet-lined booths. The bar puts a modern twist on Prohibition-era drinks and has seven drinks named after the deadly sins — the Envy, for example, made with orange blossom gin, strawberries, and pistachio orgeat. For those feeling a bit more spontaneous, the Dealer’s Choice calls for a unique libation made with the visitor’s preferred spirit and style." - Roxana Becerril

https://sandiego.eater.com/maps/best-speakeasy-cocktail-secret-bar-san-diego
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A San Diego Dining Guide to the Food & Drink Scene | Eater San Diego

"A companion speakeasy to a notable Old Town restaurant, offered as an atmospheric after-hours destination paired with mezcal-centered drinking and small plates." - Kelly Bone

https://sandiego.eater.com/15955860/san-diego-dining-guide
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Cemetery-Adjacent Speakeasy To Emerge in Old Town - Eater San Diego

"Next month, Tahona will take its cocktail program to the next level with the reveal of Oculto 477, a new speakeasy hidden within the space. Accessed from the bar area through a secret entrance, it will hold seats for just 25 guests. The intimate room will be lit with 477 lights, paying respect to the number of grave sites still visible in the historic Campo Santo Cemetery, located adjacent to the restaurant." - Candice Woo

https://sandiego.eater.com/2019/8/20/20813815/speakeasy-cocktail-bar-occulto-477-tahona-old-town
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Jacqueline Saville

Google
All of the seasonal drinks and new cocktail menu were delicious especially the Sloth, Pride, and Lust. Bartenders were friendly and great service. Great experience, my fiancé and I always enjoy coming here and will be back soon! Highly recommend, it’s one of our favorite speakeasies in San Diego and it’s always fun coming to Old Town!

Brie Manzano

Google
Oculto was such a unique experience. I would recommend everyone to get "dealers choice " . The bartender will ask you what notes and spirit you prefer. The ambiance is so cozy and inviting. I do see myself coming back again. Greed and Humility(NA) were very good cocktails.

My Le

Google
Out of all the speakeasy I’ve been to, this would be my least favorite. They have rules you must read and agree to before entering. Took us two months to get a reservation for 6. We got seated at the booth. It’s really dark inside and one of the rules says you can’t use your camera flash. Instead, there’s a battery operated fake candle light. Two drink minimum per person. We each got something different and we passed the drinks clockwise for everyone to sample. Therefore, we each sampled 12 drinks. Out of the 12, we agreed on a few favorites and we all have different palate yet we agreed on the same. Two of them were dealers choice where you customize your own. Envy and Pride were refreshing. Sloth tasted like an espresso martini. Tsumi tasted like the Asian coconut gelatin dessert. Vod sod was the worst out of all. I’m a light weight and usually drinks at these places hit me quick with a buzz and I’m done on my second. When it doesn’t, it makes me think the quality is not there. I’m not a fan of their drinks, didn’t find their concept unique except for the rules.

A. L. Connor

Google
Celebrated my 49th birthday in 2023 with friends and beverages at Oculto 477. I'd been interested in visiting the venue for a while and took the opportunity for my birthday to do so. I made a reservation because I always make reservations. If I can't I won't go to a place. When we arrived we were stopped at a confessional style door where we had to confess a sin to enter. If the host didn't approve of your sin you had to come up sign another one. I had to try three apparently I'm not sinful enough. HAHAHAHA We entered and were sat at a half booth with a small cocktail table and a chair. The intimate venue was extremely authentic and made me feel as if I was in Mexico or South America. It was lovely! Our server came over and greeted us. Explained the menu and the seating time. We checked out the menu and were pleasantly surprised to find so many mocktails available and crafted. My mom doesn't drink. We got our first round of cocktails and we were pretty happy. The presentation for all were great and the flavours were good. Funny enough we all preferred Mom's mocktail the best. I know! It was crisp and refreshing and perfectly crafted. Round two was also good but yet again the mocktail was mocking us booze drinkers. LOL Round three, I didn't like my birthday cocktail that the venue bought me but they did change it for my first cocktail which I did enjoy. I will say if I do go back I will definitely stick with the mocktails just to switch it up. They were just perfect with fresh fruit and juice in every one. While we did like the venue a lot and the presentation of all of our drinks, I will say the service was lacking. We had two people waiting on us but watched them off to the side and inattentive to our table and others they were handling. Please note the venue is small and was not full on the random Monday we ventured in. Of all of the speakeasies I've been to this is not high on my list of places. If you go do so for the ambiance and then you won't be disappointed.

Christopher Gorrie

Google
A fun little speakeasy located within Tahona Bar in Old Town. They play up the whole next-to-graveyard thing by having you confess a sin to a “priest” through a grate at the door. The bar is small and slightly cramped, but they do make a lot of pretty awesome drinks here. The bartenders also keep it low key and fun. I really enjoyed the Garden of Death. But one of the best things I had here was the drink I received based on a dice roll. I rolled “rum,” “spicy,” and “tart.” The bartender made me a very interesting, creamy, spicy, and sour rum cocktail, somewhere in the world of an old-fashioned and whiskey sour mash-up. It’s a bit pricey with each drink being $20, but it’s a whole little experience. A cool place for a date or a hangout. Definitely worth trying out at the very least.

Alice M

Google
Ohhhh you simply MUST stop here!!! Reservations are required in advance and I won't spoil anything, but let's just say the entire experience was an EXPERIENCE. We went here to celebrate our anniversary and were extremely well-taken care of. The bartender was so knowledgeable that there is a drink option that you roll 3 dice and they come up with a cocktail based on those results... on... the... spot!!! I also am a sucker for glassware and they spared NO expense on the presentations of these spirits.

tabitha nunes

Google
Amazing artists making the drinks. Anna, mitch and logan are talented. I don't even bother looking at the menu, I enjoy letting them create something special every time with just a few suggestions. The atmosphere is fun, too.

Tim Kraska

Google
Oculto is a speakeasy that requires a reservation, an answer to a question about a conversation to get in, and is a timed experience that you have 90mins max. Not a negative, but make sure you know what you are signing up for or you could be disappointed. Now, the drinks here are some of the best cocktails we have had in the San Diego area. Interesting combinations of classic flavors like tiki drinks made with a deconstructed spin. We also had a few alcohol free cocktails that had bits and egg white foam which was amazing. No food in the bar, but everything is in the back of a Mexican restaurant that looked legit. If you get the chance roll the dice!
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Srey Y.

Yelp
Another wonderfully done speakeasy! Service was immaculate and the drinks were delicious! They sure know how to mix an unusual mix but make it tasty! Ambiance is of course 100 - its small, its personal, its just the speakeasy one needs for a winding down moment. Appreciate the host as well - who was knowledgeable in his drinks and the bar. Happy to report, i will definitely put this speakeasy on my must try for my out of town visitors!
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Myphuong L.

Yelp
Out of all the speakeasy I've been to, this would be my least favorite. They have rules you must read and agree to before entering. Took us two months to get a reservation for 6. We got seated at the booth. It's really dark inside and one of the rules says you can't use your camera flash. Instead, there's a battery operated fake candle light. Two drink minimum per person. We each got something different and we passed the drinks clockwise for everyone to sample. Therefore, we each sampled 12 drinks. Out of the 12, we agreed on a few favorites and we all have different palate yet we agreed on the same. Two of them were dealers choice where you customize your own. Envy and Pride were refreshing. Sloth tasted like an espresso martini. Tsumi tasted like the Asian coconut gelatin dessert. Vod sod was the worst out of all. I'm a light weight and usually drinks at these places hit me quick with a buzz and I'm done on my second. When it doesn't, it makes me think the quality is not there. I'm not a fan of their drinks, didn't find their concept unique except for the rules.
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Amanda S.

Yelp
Before checking this spot out we actually ate at the restaurant this speakeasy is in so we actually knew where it was. I was under the impression that it was located on the other side of Old Town but it's actually on the less busier side of the street which I kind of liked. I actually think we had the last reservation of the night at 10:30pm. We had the max party size of 6 guests. We were asked to wait in the small bar area of the restaurant which has a really cool wall photo op with skulls. There you are handed a leather booklet with the rules of conduct for the speakeasy which I found added a touch of class. The speakeasy itself is super small and intimate. We were seated at the biggest table which was a booth that was electically decorated. Each cocktail was inspired by the 7 deadly sins which made for interesting choices
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Victoria J.

Yelp
The coolest experience!!! Hidden behind a black curtain, you wouldn't even know it was there. Confess a sin to get in and you're greeting with such a cool vibe. Small, intimate, quiet and dimly lit, it's perfect for a date night. Every single cocktail we had was perfect but the most fun was rolling the dice or just chatting with the bartender about what you like and they just whip something up for you! So many drink options to choose from, this is definitely a more than one time visit!
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David M.

Yelp
Unique speakeasy hidden behind a heavy black curtain. Reservations are required. Expect a surprise before they let you in. Once inside, Oculto 477 has a perfect and unique vibe. Old, worn, dark, and gothic. October is the perfect month to come and pay a visit. Most importantly, the cocktails were well balanced, unique, and very tasty. Remember that you can order from their full bar off the menu as well. Sometimes speakeasy's can be a one visit experience but Oculto 477 is the kind of place that I would return to and experience again. Gotta try more of those deliciously crafted cocktails.
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Connor L.

Yelp
Celebrated my 49th birthday in 2023 with friends and beverages at Oculto 477. I'd been interested in visiting the venue for a while and took the opportunity for my birthday to do so. I made a reservation because I always make reservations. If I can't I won't go to a place. When we arrived we were stopped at a confessional style door where we had to confess a sin to enter. If the host didn't approve of your sin you had to come up sign another one. I had to try three apparently I'm not sinful enough. HAHAHAHA We entered and were sat at a half booth with a small cocktail table and a chair. The intimate venue was extremely authentic and made me feel as if I was in Mexico or South America. It was lovely! Our server came over and greeted us. Explained the menu and the seating time. We checked out the menu and were pleasantly surprised to find so many mocktails available and crafted. My mom doesn't drink. We got our first round of cocktails and we were pretty happy. The presentation for all were great and the flavours were good. Funny enough we all preferred Mom's mocktail the best. I know! It was crisp and refreshing and perfectly crafted. Round two was also good but yet again the mocktail was mocking us booze drinkers. LOL Round three, I didn't like my birthday cocktail that the venue bought me but they did change it for my first cocktail which I did enjoy. I will say if I do go back I will definitely stick with the mocktails just to switch it up. They were just perfect with fresh fruit and juice in every one. While we did like the venue a lot and the presentation of all of our drinks, I will say the service was lacking. We had two people waiting on us but watched them off to the side and inattentive to our table and others they were handling. Please note the venue is small and was not full on the random Monday we ventured in. Of all of the speakeasies I've been to this is not high on my list of places. If you go do so for the ambiance and then you won't be disappointed.
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Randall B.

Yelp
Okay. Beware the way you have to enter. Read the rules. Once you are in you will find a small and dark area where no flashlights are allowed. Too dark to read? Too bad. Ask the staff for help and this is a good thing. It keeps the atmos really in place. The beverages are knock your socks off great. They are $20+ each but are truly yummy. Overall a nice place to relax and try some drinks you've never had.
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Tracy M.

Yelp
Ottho is a tiny little bar hidden away in old town. It only has about 15 seats once you get into the tiny little speakeasy. The drinks are always good and it makes for a very fancy fun intimate night.
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Roxanne H.

Yelp
This speakeasy has a creative entrance which was entertaining and a good start to the theme of the bar. It's one of the smaller speakeasies I have been too but it makes for a very intimate experience. The menu has a lot more variety than most speakeasy's which is nice but it is a bit pricier than the average speakeasy. I felt like the drinks were strong and tasty though. The bartender was very friendly and attentive so great service and the front host was also nice too. If you're in old town and want a cute experience, check this out! We went at 6pm on a wednesday and there was street parking only a few minutes walk away and the bar was pretty empty.
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Kate F.

Yelp
It's a very small venue with about 6 tables so you need to make reservations. I enjoyed the drinks and presentation of them. However the service was horrible. The waitress was really rude to us several times. I felt like I was in a restaurant where they are rude to you on purpose
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Aaron D.

Yelp
This place is totally great! I've never been to a speakeasy before, and I had no idea what to expect. The entire way they set up your journey into the back room of the speakeasy is very much like a Disney ride, and once you get in there, it really does feel like you're transported back to another time. The drinks were extremely tasty, different and exciting. Mine was lit on fire, which was pretty fun. Prices are pretty good considering how upscale and different the spot is. I definitely recommend it!
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Galang N.

Yelp
Such a cool atmosphere! San Diego has many speakeasy experiences but this is truly unique as it's located right next to historic El Campo Santo in Old Town. We went on a Wednesday evening so reservations were easy to secure. After checking in with the hostess, we were given a card with instructions. I won't spoil anything, but just like a real speakeasy, there's a certain way you're allowed entry into the actual bar. There was a 3 drink maximum, although I felt like we could've had at least one more, but understandable due to time constraints and the bar tenders really did cater to us. Even though there were others in that small space, it felt very personal and tailored for our own experience. The drinks were not only beautifully presented, they had quite a kick and tasted great. I thought the prices were reasonable, an average of $20 per drink. Overall, as small as the space was, it didn't feel cramped. I stead it felt intimate and we enjoyed the personal attention.
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Kara H.

Yelp
This place is so cool! The vibe was perfectly spooky and classy combined. The bartenders were super knowledgeable and the drinks were great!
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Jacqueline L.

Yelp
Love this little speakeasy! It's in the back of a restaurant in Old Town, and to enter you must confess your sins! Great all year but especially around Halloween in my opinion! The drink menu has changed recently so they have lots of fun new cocktails to try in a funky dark space. Add it to the list for a speak-easy in San Diego!
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Francesca P.

Yelp
Both of my visits to Oculto 477 have been top notch as far as craft cocktails go. It's the perfect cozy environment to catch up with friends or for a date night. It has a spooky old-timey atmosphere with a playlist of 20's jazz-style covers of current pop songs. The space is small, so the largest party they can accommodate is six, which fits the intimate nature of the bar. The cocktails on the menu are extravagant and delightful. I also love the options for roll the dice to pick a custom cocktail, or bartender's choice. It's clear that the bartenders here are true artists that know their spirits. They are fun and in character, and it is clear they are passionate about their craft. Be warned, you'll need to practice a bit of creativity to enter.
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Pauline S.

Yelp
Very creative and unique speakeasy located inside Tahona Bar restaurant in Old Town! It's very small inside, about 8 seats at the bar and a few small tables and a booth that can seat 2-4 people. This is NOT good for big groups. When you check in at the entrance of Tahona Bar, the hostess provided us with a card that had information on rules and how to get into the speakeasy. To be let in, you confess one of the 7 deadly sins at the door which looks like a confessional at the church. We both ordered the "Dealer's Choice" for one of our drinks, which is where you tell the bartender your choices for spirit, style, and profile. The bartender really did a great job creating a drink to each of our liking. My husband also ordered the "Risk It All" where he rolls 3 dice that choose the spirit, profile, and style for him. We were both happy with our drinks! Heads up: -2 minimum drinks per person -Reservations are a must -It's pretty dark inside and they refrain you from using phone's flash, but you can use the candle on the table -Only 2 bartenders/servers inside so the wait for drinks and to order can take a little bit -Street parking only in Old Town Overall, great experience and I recommend to anyone who enjoys speakeasies!
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Sean H.

Yelp
Such a cool concept- For $20 you can get the bartender to make you anything you can dream of! Best night ever at Occulto trying their plethora of drinks! Also this place smells amazing??? It's got like a woodsy cologne smell which I was obsessed with. I kid you not I was taking deep breaths just to breathe it in!!! LOL Our bartender was super friendly and loved quizzing us on what we like, bringing us unique creations inspired by our tastes, it was special! Tips: - go on an off day (we went on a sunday) so you can stay longer than the reservation window. - only one booth for parties of 4+, best for date nights! -must get an egg white dessert type drink here, seriously the best!! -favorite on menu drink was the Straw Tai -two drink minimum -make a reservation!!!
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Joyce L.

Yelp
What a fun place! They really know how to set the mood, and their music choice matches the ambiance perfectly. Hands-down, best menu design of all bars/restaurants/establishments. Drinks are solid. In fact, I discovered my favorite drink type (clarified milk) here. However, I feel like returnability is on the lower side -- after a couple times, it loses the novel element of surprise. Kinda like a one-and-done type of place, vs a speakeasy I constantly crave to frequent. Maybe they'll switch up their menu sometime, but until then, I've tried most of their drinks and can say I'm satisfied. Overall, wonderful experience! And for any speakeasy fanatic like myself, I recommend they try this spot at least once.
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REENA R.

Yelp
Logan served us at the bar and recommended some amazing cocktails for us. The drinks were beautifully presented and exceeded our expectations for each of our pallets. He was able to multitask and chat with us. The space was cozy and felt a true speakeasy. I will definitely be coming back.
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Lindsey H.

Yelp
This place is next level. Grab a reservation and get ready to confess a sin to get into this cocktail haven. Ambiance was amazing and service was lovely. Cannot go wrong. Stunning drinks!
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Brittany F.

Yelp
Best cocktail I have ever had. Zero exaggeration. Such a cool spot. The bartender knows his craft and excels. Each drink has its own unique flare. Cozy spot. Will be back again.
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Tianna S.

Yelp
What a fun experience and the vibe in the speakeasy is just as that! You feel you are in one and the staff was so friendly but let me tell you about the delicious cocktails..wow they were so yummy!!! This is a for sure spot we will be coming back too
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Robin M.

Yelp
The best experience ever! By far one of the best speakeasies in San Diego, my family and I will be talking about this place for years to come. My daughter who attends school at UCSD is bringing her girlfriend this upcoming Sunday night! We all had an amazing time. Mitch our bartender was fabulous and our host was so attentive and knowledgeable. I will be coming back for sure!

Malia M.

Yelp
A very cozy and intimate vibe, we did dealer's choice drinks which were all very good. The bartender was great. They do have a 2 drink minimum and it was super hot/stuffy inside-we were sweating...
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Stacie M.

Yelp
Such a fun experience, and really captured a speakeasy vibe. We had a reservation for 10pm, and were not let in any earlier (once we were we saw why, it's very small inside). You get a little rule book before you go in, 2 drink minimum, and some fun rules about what you need to do to get in. The drinks were really tasty, I got the Mezcal drink and loved it. There's a few drinks that get lit on fire which is also fun. Bartenders were nice and friendly as well, willing to do a "DIY" option on drinks if you tell them what you want etc.

Molly H.

Yelp
Bring back the old Oculto! Had the most magical experience here over a year ago, and as many note in more recent reviews? Everything has changed. What used to be a fully immersive experience with dimly lit vibes, great music, knowledgeable and kind bartenders, and incredible presentation is now completely transactional. Lighting is too high, service is pushing you out the door with constant reminders of how much time you have left (happy birthday to me), and the drink menu is uninspired and poorly executed. I was really disappointed to spend a lot of money on a rare night out without the kids to be treated like I'm just a body filling up their next guest's chair. And the room wasn't even full of customers!
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Cynthia R.

Yelp
The drinks are always good and the atmosphere is fun and relaxing. The menu has changed but there is still something for everyone. Our server was helpful and engaging.
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Liana J.

Yelp
Great speakeasy! Reservation only. Street parking took about 10min to find. Walk past the graveyard, then check in with the host at the restaurant, and you'll get a small card with instructions on how to give the password at the confessional stand to gain entrance to the actual speakeasy. Very intimate setting with mostly bar seating and a booth with max seating for 6. Ambience is perfect for date night but probably not for a more rowdy night out. Reservation is limited to 90 min with a 2 drink minimum per person, but I did not feel rushed with this, since the service was actually very quick. The drink menu is not huge, but there is a "dealer's choice" option, and if you are even more adventurous, you can roll the dice to come up with a concoction. I very much enjoyed the off-the-menu drink, "Garden of Death," but the dealer's choice drink was probably one of the most memorable drinks in my life. I asked for gin and celery bitters, with herbal and vegetal notes, and our mixologist absolutely delivered. $20 per drink is possibly a bit pricier than most other speakeasies, but well worth it. Drinks are strong and there is no food or snacks, so plan accordingly! You will not regret giving this place a try.
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Marissa P.

Yelp
Small speakeasy with really creative drinks! Important things to note: - need to make a reservation to go - two drink minimum required (mocktails available!) - located inside Tahona Bar The experience itself starts off pretty exciting with a request for each guest to state a sin to enter the speakeasy. They have a wide variety of drinks that are all beautifully presented. My favorite part of the experience was they had an option to roll 3 dice and whatever words the dice rolled would be the basis of your cocktail. I'd highly recommend giving this place a try. My only complaint was that your server was also your bartender and I felt like the two staff members available were so busy trying to attend to the entire speakeasy.
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Sandra P.

Yelp
Loved this place. Great concept. Ordered some cocktails and had a great time with friends. I feel like everyone should try this place at least once. You will not be disappointed.
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Marcie L.

Yelp
This place is one of a kind! It can be difficult to get reservations so plan ahead! The speakeasy was so much fun. You have to confess a sin while in this confessional like space before they'll open the door and let you in. There's a 2 drink minimum, not suited for large parties, & a two hour limit. The drinks are unique, and they mixologists are phenomenal. These were some of the best cocktails I've had. Definitely a must try!
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Arian B.

Yelp
The pictures I took do not do this place justice. Make sure you make a reservation in advance if you are trying to go on the weekend. We have tried to go without one before and never got in - but now I see why. It is small and confined but that is part of the vibe. It's dark and smells just like mezcal as soon as you walk in. Mitchell was an award winning bar tender and took extraordinary care in everything he did. He nailed the cocktail I was craving since Oaxaca and was able to recreate it just based on my description. So much to choose from and all the drinks are presented with grace. Thank you.
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Cindy L.

Yelp
Been here twice. The first time it was fairly new. The second time, there was a lot more that changed. There was a 2 hour limit and everyone has to get 2 drinks minimum. It felt very forced. Even if you are the DD, but they do have a non alcoholic menu, only thing about that is that it also cost as much as an alcoholic drink. I really like going the first time, but the second time made me not want to come again. They checked is in late and it felt really rushed
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Ngoc My H.

Yelp
This speakeasy style bar is in Old Town, right next to the cemetery. My friends and I made a reservation for 4 on a Sunday night. We wanted to add one more person to the reservation, but unfortunately this place couldn't accommodate our friend. I can see why--this establishment is in the back of the restaurant and the seats are extremely small. They can accommodate groups of up to 4 at the regular table and maybe 5 people at the large table. The seats are actually uncomfortable but perhaps it's to ensure people don't stay too long. There is a two drink minimum at this bar. The drinks are fun and creative, though. My friends and I enjoyed the Manzatini, Fire in the Cemetery, Hold the StrawTai, Garden of Death, and two "Risk it all drinks." I enjoyed all of the drinks on their menu but the risk it all drinks were heavy on the alcohol and were not as enjoyable. Overall, a nice place to try once but I won't be back!
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Ash D.

Yelp
I've been to speakeasys before but this was such a unique experience! From the moment you walk in, it's like you're entered a completely different era. The menu is very unique, they have their set cocktails and I liked how they have options for non-alcoholic drinks as well. If you're not in the mood for anything from their cocktail list, they also have options for you to build your own drink. You just have to let the bartender know what you like and what you don't like and they'll build a customized drink just for you! It was a great experience, the bartenders are very knowledgeable and you can tell the drinks are made with quality alcohol and ingredients. The place is pretty small but the ambiance is perfect and very unique. Highly recommended coming here! They do have a 2 drink minimum if you go so go prepared to drink but have you'll have a great time!
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Raquel D.

Yelp
Cool place. Decent food, good service- not cool enough for me to put it on rotation and other choices are more my vibe.
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Christina W.

Yelp
My guests and I enjoyed the ambience. It was quiet and you felt secluded. We have amazing created drinks. The bartender even made an excellent non-alcoholic option for our DD.
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Courtney O.

Yelp
San Diego has no shortage of speakeasies but I think this one is my favorite! This intimate hidden gem is located in the back of Tahona restaurant in Old Town. Be sure to make a reservation because the chances of just walking in are slim to none. You'll start in a confessional where you'll be asked to confess a sin to enter. Then you'll be welcomed into the space for either bar or table seating. It overlooks the cemetery that is home to 477 bodies (hence the name). I loved the counter seating to get to talk to the bartenders and see our drinks being created. The drinks were absolutely delicious! They were worth the money and handcrafted to perfection! I appreciated that the taste matched how good they looked!
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Mikey C.

Yelp
Definitely one of the best experiences me and my partner have had. We arrived a bit early for our reservation and the host at the front made sure that we were well accommodated while we waited for our time slot. Once it was time for our reservation, we were seated in between two parties of 4. This is no fault to anyone at all, but it did feel a bit crammed at first. Fortunately, we were able to move to the bar area (would definitely recommend sitting at the bar if possible) where our bartender (Logan) took great care of us. I appreciated the way he explained all of the drinks he made, taking into consideration what we liked and what we didn't like. Anna was also very helpful when Logan was busy with other patrons. In my honest opinion, dealer's choice is the way to order if you want to experience the art and craft that goes into your drink. We'll definitely be back when we visit San Diego again.
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Juan G.

Yelp
Oculto is a phenomenal Speakeasy with amazing uniquely crafted drinks and great bartenders. Our bartender Josh truly gave us an amazing and unique experience with his vast knowledge of spirits. Oculto is a small and intimate unique speakeasy that cares about the smallest of details therefore enhancing the user experience. All their drinks are uniquely and expertly crafted. They also provide you with some unique cocktail experiences like the Risk it option that has you rolling the dice that will decide your drink experience. Overall this Oculto provides the user an amazing and must try cocktail experience that will definitely impress you and leave you speechless. The only downside to this place is the understandable 90 minute time Limit and the two drinks minimum.
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Darcie J.

Yelp
The service and presentation were all outstanding! Our group loved both the recommended cocktails and the risk-it-all option where you roll the dice to decide your drink fate! We had to wait about 20 minutes past our reservation time to enter, but the bartenders rewarded our patience! I would definitely visit again!
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Joseph G.

Yelp
Be warned... this place is reservation ONLY. No reservation party of one on a Tuesday night. I waited about 15 mins not bad at all. The set up! Walking through a door that will blow your mind. The bar set up looks like it can fit about 20-25 ppl max. You can definitely tell there is very little air circulation. The menu is very unique and has some great option! Mitchel was my barski and he killed it with every drink! Shared his knowledge and even gave a run down of the bar. See my pics for the dr
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Kim C.

Yelp
We've been to Oculto three times now and it's never disappointed. We brought our friend from out of town and the whole experience was a hit. The drinks were so tasty and tailored to our preferences. The bar tender was skilled and personable. Love that it's a smaller place so it feels very intimate. 10/10
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Jennica S.

Yelp
I love the idea of a "spooky speakeasy" -- the concept is amazing and the aesthetic is very fitting. It is pretty tiny speakeasy in comparison to others I have been to, but I still enjoyed my time here. I do wish the reservations were two hours as opposed to 90 minutes, but I am assuming the size of the place has something to do with that. The presentation of the drinks made the experience that much better, especially since some of the cocktails required a little more attention (I won't go into detail here so you can see what I am referring to.) My friend and I thought most of the drinks were strong! $20 is definitely a bit excessive, but as I said, it was an experience.
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Jennifer F.

Yelp
Came here on my birthday and had an awesome experience! Definitely make a reservation online. Like everyone says, you're supposed to confess a sin before you go in but you can just say "my sin is gluttony" or something LOL Overall I found the drinks to be so creative and fun! I don't think you can go wrong with any of their specialty drinks. I think what's unique here that you can be adventurous and roll a dice for random flavor combinations. You can also get a drink customized to your liking. Honestly all of the random and customized drinks we got were tasty!!
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Jo Ann G.

Yelp
Wonderful and fun experience! Especially around Halloween! I've made my reservation weeks in advance and ended up with one a week after Halloween but I'm glad I did! I saw a clip from customers of Oculto 449 on Instagram where they had mixologists creating many different astonishing cocktails and mocktails! Nestled on a local Cemetary, this place has its rules that ensure patrons are respectful of those resting in peace. Noise level is controlled, alcohol consumption is done at a controllable level and those who are belligerent and rowdy will be escorted off-premise. When you check-in out front, you are greeted by the staff who will ask if your entire party is present. A rule sheet is distributed to each guest and entry requirements about confession of your own or of the 7 deadly sins upon entering is reminded. You will be escorted to the event bar room where you are greeted by a confession booth and a window. You will go over confession with the person on the other end before they allow you in. When you're seated in your booth or at the bar, you go over menu items and your hostess will introduce you to all the favorites and answer any questions. We enjoyed their highlights featured on Instagram, such as: *Fire in the Cemetary *Risk it all *Manzatini *Garden of Death *Oculto Zombie *Old Fashion Special Would love to go back and try the other libations on the menu! The presentation was amazing and the drinks were perfect! It was a fantastic experience and we all enjoyed our experience!
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Rachel B.

Yelp
The Oculto 477 experience was nothing short of magic. We opted for the Dealers Choice and also Risked It All by rolling the dice, and all four cocktails were not only completely unique experiences but they were hands down the best drinks we've ever had in our lives. I kept telling my husband to not let me forget how much I was blown away by how delicious they were, lest the two drink minimum and heavy hand do me in. I will absolutely be returning and bringing friends. I don't know if I will ever stop raving about this.
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Juan Q.

Yelp
The service was amazing. Small intimate place. Perfect for small groups or first dates. The drinks were delicious and unique. Each one of their specialty drinks came with a presentation. Absolutely amazing and delicious.
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Kevin W.

Yelp
If you want ugh quality cocktails that can be customized to your exact preference, look no further. They have a menu of their own drinks or you can select dealer's choice and tell them exactly what you like and let them do their magic, amazing. Service is too notch, bar itself makes you feel like your in a confessional, cool theme. If you can get a reservation, you won't be disappointed. Read all of the info before you go, so you know exactly what to expect.