Tavern

Nice spot in coronado. We had the happy hour Brussels sprouts and the Mac and cheese. 4 bucks each. Brussels were excellent by themselves, but we mixed a few with the Mac and it was a surprise combo. I had the fish and chips. They were good, probably sat for a few while my fiance chicken pot pie was cooking. Her pot pie was ripping hot and delicious. A few happy hour beers and it was a great place to go to.

Was here quite a few years ago and did not love it. This time the food was much better. I would recommend getting the sliders they were great. This is a great spot to watch a football game on a TVs and they have a very good happy hour. The service was really good. The mac and cheese was even better

The margarita and hard lemonade were both delicious. The fish and chips were great. Best part is the outdoor patio seating. It’s nice and shaded with not much wind. Maddie was super friendly and provided great service.

Good food with a very limited menu with classic options. LOVED the brussel sprouts. Presentation on the food could be improved but it fits the atmosphere of the restaurant well enough. Very fun place and music choice was great!!

Great restaurant if you’re looking for a casual eating spot after a nice day at the beach. Walking distance from the sand (maybe 10 minutes). I had the French Martini for my drink and the wagyu steak for my entree. The drink was fruity and refreshing; the steak was tender, flavorful, and filling even if you don’t want something too heavy. The only downside was a dog inside the restaurant, but that seems to be a pretty common theme here. Overall a good experience, would definitely try again!

While staying nearby, in downtown San Diego, we came to Coronado for the evening and stopped in here… We decided on The Tavern because of all the great reviews and this place definitely didn’t disappoint! Our service was excellent, from the host greeting & seating us, to our server and the speed of our service. The menu was really nicely done, loaded with nice bar bites, as well as bigger plates. Wine line and cocktails are done quite nicely here too. We started with their Mexican shrimp which was grilled and served with their romesco – It was OUTSTANDING! The shrimp was fresh and tasted great on their own, but the sauce and pickled veggies were a very nice touch. But while eating this, we were still deciding on main courses and after seeing the sliders walk by, I wanted those. I NEVER order sliders, as they’re typically overdone. But something about the way these looked and the description of them and their burger in the menu told me I was in for a treat. I most definitely had some of the BEST hamburger I’ve ever had! The sliders were the best for sure, but if they do their burgers that same way (referring to the meat, which is local grass fed beef, hand packed, perfectly cooked to temp over a wood flame, with a kiss of smoke to the fatty parts of the meat – WOW!), then they probably make some of the best burgers I’ve ever had! Highly recommend stopping in!

Tavern has a great casual atmosphere and surprisingly good food. The sliders, fish and chips, and Wagyu steak tacos were all flavorful and well-prepared. Their Brussels sprouts are definitely a standout. Prices are reasonable, service is friendly, and the happy hour deals make it even better. It’s a comfortable spot to unwind, grab a drink, and enjoy some solid bar-style comfort food. I’d happily come back again.

Tavern in Coronado is my go-to for a reliable, low-key spot in Coronado. It's never overly busy, which is a major plus. 🍽️ The Food: 4/5 The Wagyu steak tacos are the star of the show. They're delicious and offer excellent value, especially during happy hour. Honestly, the regular menu prices are also pretty good. 🛎️ The Service: 2/5 Service is inconsistent. It can range from decent to just okay. It's not a deal-breaker, but don't expect consistently attentive service. 🌃 The Ambiance: 3/5 It's a bit underground, so it's a darker, more intimate atmosphere. It's perfect for watching a game, having a quick lunch, or a post-work hangout. You're guaranteed a seat, which is a huge bonus. 💰 The Value: 5/5 Happy hour prices are phenomenal. The standard prices are also very reasonable, making it a great value overall. 📈 The Verdict: If you're looking for a reliable spot with great Wagyu tacos and fantastic happy hour deals, Tavern in Coronado is a solid choice. The inconsistent service is the only real downside. It's a great spot for a casual, no-fuss meal or drink.

We come down to Coronado about once or twice a year and always HAVE TO stop by The Tavern for dinner. Our usual favorites never change: Steak and Jirdori Chicken. The Jirdori Chicken is probably the best chicken I have ever ordered at a restaurant. I've told all my family about it each year and we'll probably come back soon just to order it again. Yes, it's that good! Ironically Sean has been our server ever time and the dude is simply awesome. He's super personable, always knowledgable about the menu, and we always look forward to our once-a-year convo's. If he ever leaves this establishment it won't be the same.

Great spot located on the main street, but set on a lower level to create a lovely and intimate setting. Outdoor seating is available, but the interior truly is warm and inviting with lots of wood, stone, low lighting and subtle floral accents. Our bartender/server Hannah was great. Friendly, attentive, quick and helpful. My husband had the sliders, which he enjoyed. I ordered the Crispy Brussel Sprouts, which were flash fried and too burnt for me. I couldn't find any green in the dish. All the sprouts looked and tasted overdone. Thankfully, the dish was removed from our bill and I was given a chance to order something else. I chose the Tomato Soup Gratinée, which was INCREDIBLE. It came out in a small bowl, but the serving was perfect. The soup was rich and satisfying with lots of mozarella. All in all, a spot worth visiting.

This place had a cool vibe and a huge variety of drinks. The food was good. I ordered the chicken parm sando with Caesar salad. I also had a whiskey sour, which was really good. My friends had fish & chips (huge portion), the chicken pot pie (pretty presentation is a special white bowl), salmon (didn't come with as much veggies as I would've hoped). My only gripe about the spot was how cold it was when we were seated (lol). It was sprinkling outside.

Customer service is very welcoming and kind. Our server was attentive and pleasant. The food 1000/10, a must try is the chicken pot pie! The Cesar salad is home made. The drinks are amazing!

Staying across the street, Ava was our bartender very nice and great service. They have construction going on around the area but don't let think that they are not open. The beer menu on draft is great. They even have Mammoth brewery double nut which is totally awesome. The happy hour is daily 3-5. Would highly recommend.

My partner and I went to Tavern this evening and sat at the bar. We had a great meal, great drinks, and fabulous service! The casual and laid back vibe of the bar was exactly what we were looking for. The happy hour menu (3-5pm) was small but perfect! Mini Mac and cheese, mini Brussels sprouts, a single beef taco, and a single slider with fries were each $4-$5. Perfect portion for one person snacking and all the items were delicious. I'm 90% positive it would've cost me more money (and wayyyy more cleanup) to make this meal at home than it would've to hop in for happy hour. Drinks on the happy hour were also fairly priced! I had the lavender lemonade which is one of their signature cocktails and comes in at just under $10 on their happy hour menu. After happy hour ended my partner tried the shishito pepper burger (there's even bacon cooked into the patty ) and it was delicious. Perfectly cooked and juicy! The bartenders Jackson, Cj, and I believe Courtney were all fantastic as well. Jackson especially was such a fun bartender and we'd definitely go back based on the experience with the staff alone.

The service and food were INCREDIBLE! Our server, Ava, checked on us all the time, making our experience wonderful. Our drinks were always full and we were never waiting long. We went for the happy hour (3-5), which had incredible prices for really great quality food. We sat on the patio outside, and it was perfect. Cannot recommend this place enough (I usually don't do reviews but I seriously had to)!

We popped in here for a quick drink while visiting Coronado. The bartender was really personable and funny. I got the mule and it was delish!

My team and I came here for a work event on a week day. The service was fantastic, everything came out super quick, and everything tasted fresh. All of my coworkers enjoyed their salmon and I liked the cauliflower dish. I could've used another item on the dish to fill me up besides the cauliflower but the flavors were great! The Brussel sprouts, charcuterie, and cookie skillets were a big hit too. Great place for a work group!

Yes, yes. This place has a great warm ambiance that is very welcoming. I ordered the burger as recommended by the bartender and it did not disappoint. The burger was very delicious, one of the best in the area. Will definitely be back.

Read the reviews, went for it. Great experience. Food, service, and atmosphere were perfect.

Relaxed atmosphere and good vibes. Here is why you should consider The Tavern when you are visiting Coronado Island. Service: Spot on! Friendly, knowledgeable, and attentive staff. We received great service during every visit here. Food and drink: Good selection in each category. I would recommend to check their cocktail list that offers creative drinks. Food is tasty and well presented. The grilled shrimp dish had well balanced romesco sauce, however, the dish didn't feel complete for the price range, i.e, slice of toasted bread to soak up the sauce would be good. Prices: Affordable considering that next door Coronado Hotel bar charges cocktail almost double for you getting at The Tavern. Come visit!

Met some friends here for happy hour before a concert in the park. It's definitely hard to see the name of the restaurant from the outside but once you do you kind of go a few steps down and you are there. They have an outdoor patio a really big bar inside it's very cozy and cabin like feel. They've got great food the Brussels were fantastic so were the burgers and their bartender makes some great cocktails too. The hostess is in waitresses were super sweet and went out of their way to make sure that we had everything that we needed as well as a big enough table for all of us. Their prices were reasonable. Yeah just a great spot with good food TVs in the bar for sports and a place I would come back to.

Came here after a quick evening beach photoshoot for my daughter it was the perfect place for us. March madness was playing kid friendly environment with a delicious kids meal. My daughters both had the kids cheeseburgers which they loved fries were good. Wife had the Brussel sprouts and sliders both good i went with the shishito pepper bacon burger it was tasty. Panda ipa is a good to and wife had spice cucumber margarita which was refreshing all in all will be back everything seem to be made from scratch

I think the name is just "Tavern" rather than "The Tavern" - perhaps the owner will see this and settle that question. ~ Loved the Old California style interior and the partially subterranean setting. ~ The Red Gem & Pear Salad was nice - the lemon chips were fun and flavorful. The Summer Corn Soup was outstanding, kicked up several notches by the colorful chili oil, crunchy tortilla strips, rich queso fresco and refreshing micro cilantro - easily the best thing I ate all day.

Had dinner at this establishment. Two people, two drinks an appetizer and two meals. The fish and chips were tasty yet small portions. The clam linguini had good flavor, good portion and the sauce was more like soup. We had Brussel sprouts as an appetizer, good tangy flavor, nice crisp to the sprouts. Overall good food, pleasant service, nice environment, clean bathrooms.

We found this spot just by walking by it. Very cool layout with the big window open to the street. Our drinks and food were great, the service was some of the best we've had in San Diego. I would definitely recommend the tavern if you're on Coronado!

I came to Coronado to visit a friend and we decided to go to dinner here at The Tavern. We had heard from other recommendations that we should give them a try. The parking in the area can be tricky. There are numerous street-parking opportunities nearby and it's important to be mindful of the ones that have a 2-hour parking limit and which ones are unlimited. I parked about 3.5 blocks down by the beach and it was a short walk. The interior of The Tavern is very reminiscent of an old Irish Pub of sorts. Mostly all wooden, homey decor, kind of an earthy overtone and I could appreciate the vibes. Service was superb, friendly & super-attentive I chose seating at a window booth, instead of a high-table. One thing to note is that depending on the season & weather, although you're indoors, it can get a bit chilly and you may still want a sweater. Oh and their bathroom was super-clean and that's always a plus and speaks to the cleanliness & organization of an establishment. I ordered the pork belly tostadas (street tacos) that come a gooseberry demi-glaze for starters and their "fish and chips". The tostadas were freakin amazing! Meat was cooked to perfection, tender and the gooseberry sauce lended a subtle sweetness to the flavors. The tostada was crispy & not soggy and complimented the tender meat. The fish and chips were disappointing however. Their size was smaller than I anticipated, the texture of the first one was crispy and the other two tended to be soggy on the underside (indicative of too much oil). The flavor was as expected & good and the tartar sauce was basic, but worked to boost the flavor profile. Unfortunately, the last two fish pieces were so soft that they crumbled when trying to dip them. The only big win is that I was told that they use fresh local fish and that's why I ordered them (support local fishermen). I just think that $21 was a bit steep for this experience. For dessert, I ordered the churros & hot chocolate dip and got a side of vanilla icecream. This was the perfect sweet treat! I got 3 long churros warm, a bowl of hot chocolate sauce to dip them in and the cool icecream complemented the entire experience Overall, I really liked my experience at The Tavern. Other than the overpriced fish & chips, my dining went well and the vibes inside are great for a date night or just socializing with friends.

Food and service were excellent! We appreciated the recommendations and had the staples, the pot pie and fish and chips! Tiki punch and French martini!

Came during happy hour, which was amazing for all different reasons; quieter, no wait, service is lovely. I got the slider, the taco, the brussels sprouts and the mac & cheese for all under five dollars each and they're such great portions as well as very, very, very flavorful. I included pictures so you can see the details of the ingredients and the styling of the plates. You can totally tell it's handcrafted and I'm quite surprised at the tastiness. Happy hour slider, smoky flavor beef, bun is delightful and right balance of soft and crunchy the cheese and the onions, herbs are paired very well Happy hour brussels sprouts cooked to perfection crispy and soft and they grade a Parmesan cheese heavily on top Mac & cheese eat it while it's hot so so so good Happy hour brisket tender flavorful the chili Verde on top you can tell us homemade.

I met up with friends last night here as I was not happy with a few neighboring establishments. I needed a friendly upbeat friendly atmosphere and we found exactly that here. I am particular about service and don't mind tipping for it and quite hate the opposite. The food (Salmon & potatoes) presentation was excellent and tasty. Best of all though was the beer! Served in a correct glass, beer was fresh and CLEAN, which means their draft lines are maintained properly. It's my new favorite spot!

We had a good time here. The Tavern has a lovely "Cheers" vibe. They work to make you feel welcome and comfortable. The food is tasty and the drinks are inspired. A great place to relax and recharge your battery.

One of our clients booked a lunch here for us to have a meeting. We got a pretty large table on the corner. It was pretty empty for it being lunch time so there was no wait. Our server was pretty decent but kept missing one side of the table during drink orders and food orders and we had to call her back over. The flatbreads were pretty tasty and we got a couple for table to split. One of my coworkers and I were trying to be healthy so grabbed Cesar salads and even though we knew it was just a salad, it was pretty lackluster. Pretty much just lettuce and not really any sauce or flavor. Some of the other guys liked their meals and overall everything came out pretty quick. Not a bad stop for a quick lunch.

This place is definitely the local sports bar around the island. It's very friendly and laid back. The bartenders Jackson and CJ were both really kind and gave good service. I give the burger a 10000 out of 10, the tomato soup a 8/10, and the pasta with clams unfortunately a 0. The pasta tasted awful and old honestly. BUT. The other foods, drinks, and service more than made up for that. Will definitely be back.

Always have the best time here! The staff is awesome and always helpful no matter how busy it is. Everything on the menu is great, but my favorite is the fish and chips. Cocktails are even better.

I ordered truffle fries, some sliders, and six shots of tequila. I believe the food is of quality, the service is fast, and the drinks were good and did more than get the job done. A friend got engaged!

I love the half-basement setting! It set the tone for the meal. I had an old fashion, burger, and glass of Merlot. All were great. Although, the Merlot came a few minutes after my meal in stead of along with it; but it is a tavern so I'm not unhappy about that! The burger was great, I didn't add anything other than how it came. The mustard, cheese, jalapeños and bun complemented the high quality of the juicy patty.

Wonderful service. Great food. Delicious drinks. Wagyu tacos to share: great. Tomato soup: molten and so good. If you like tomato soup and French onion soup style cheesy meltiness, this is for you. Hubs got the wagyu steak and loved it. I got the cauliflower steak (cauliflower done three ways) and it was good. A little spicy, well seasoned, very tasty. Iron skillet cookie was good, but be warned it is not the chocolate chip cookie my husband expected. Cocktails were all wonderful.

Found this place for some late night bites and March madness. I had the fish tacos and they were 10/10. Great atmosphere, great service. Would come back the next time I'm in Coronado.

Food: incredible. Seriously. The tacos were other worldly, and the Brussels. Oh, the Brussels. 100% recommend. Well rounded spirit list- with low/high end options. Service: it is 4th of July so I cannot really judge service. Ambiance: gorgeous location! Very cute inside too. Minus points for the restroom... you're gonna have to hover.

Great place. Loved everything. Service was fantastic. Food was great. Loved the open windows.

All in one great! Food was delicious, drinks were great, place was not packed and loud, we were there for a late lunch. Our bartender was attentive. Restrooms were clean, they allow doggos, will definitely visit again. * walking distance from Hotel Coronado

Came for a work outing and had an alright time. Staff we had did a good job, and restaurant itself was clean and run pretty smoothly. I got the Grilled Bacon & Blistered Shishito Pepper Burger and a Pupil. Overall there wasn't anything wrong with it, but had this liquid smoke thing that was a little off putting for me. Many good burgers in the city for more in the $15 range, so at $21 I was hoping for a little more both in flavor & portion size. I'll still come back and try something different as the menu had a lot of variety

Delicious every time we come! Drinks are delicious and food was amazing as always. The salmon was perfectly cooked and the soup was perfectly seasoned. Will definitely come back and continue to recommend.

Came here with family as they were visiting on a Saturday. Location was ideal since it was right across the beach. We were seated outside. The waitress was attentive and patient- especially since we had 20 people ordering. We tried various items: chicken pot pie 10/10 Fish and chips 8/10 Tacos 6/10 - hard to compete with tacos in San Diego Soup and grilled cheese 7/10 - I wish there was more flavor to the soup. The food for everyone came out at different times that most were done before others received their food. The food was okay. Ideal the drinks and location was the only good thing about this place.

We've dined in here twice already 'coz I like that they change their Menu from time to time. We always sit on their Patio area 'coz we always have our 18 years old Dog Bambam with us. We like their steak and pork chop, we used to get their Porterhouse and Pork chop here , but when we came back after a few weeks, the menu had changed again. The ones that we got this time were: *GRILLED MEXICAN WHITE PRAWNS - Pickled vegetables, fried shishito peppers, grilled lemon, and spicy romesco. *GRILLED PICAHHA WAGYU STEAK - Marble potatoes, spinach, pearl onions, and chimichurri. *FRESH LINGUINI & LITTLE NECK CLAMS - Roasted corn, white wine saffron broth, and chervil. *POT PIE - Vegetable veloute, fresh herbs, and puff pastry crust. *FRENCH MARTINI - Grey goos Vodka, blackberry, pineapple, and lemon. *CHURROS & CHOCOLATE The GRILLED PICANHA WAGYU STEAK  that my Son got was very tender and flavorful, I loved the Spinach and Chimichurri on it, as always their steaks here are so good, but my son said that the portion was small, but it was a good steak. My Husband's LINGUINE & LITTLE NECK CLAMS, it was Aldente and had a good seafood taste , the Linguini tasted freshly made, but my husband also said that portion was small size, but again that it tasted good. And I got my Chicken Pot Pie, it was an amazing one, the pastry was so crisp and it was a well seasoned chicken pot pie. Our Shrimp appetizer was very small in Portion, but the Taste was so good and very fresh , we like it a lot, my son was able to eat them 'coz they weren't too spicy at all. For Dessert we noticed that they didn't go all out making dessert here, there weren't much selections. My son chose the Churros and it was okay, just typical Churros. For my Drink, I always get their  FRENCH MARTINI every time that we visit, it's a delicious drink, it had a very fruity flavor. I hope that when they change the Menu again, they put back the Porterhouse and Pork Chop 'coz those are our Favorite here. The ambiance is nice, it has an open space, and the service was great. Parking is tough, but Coronado is a nice place to walk around, so even if you park a bit further you will enjoy sight-seeing around the mini shops, restaurants, beach, and the Hotel Del Coronado.

Came here on a Friday right when happy hour was starting, got greeted and seated quickly, staff was very friendly and attentive. The ambiance was nice cool dark, very nice on a hot day, nice breeze inside. Also really cool features they had. Very rustic but modern in a way. Food was amazing! We got the Brussels sprouts and the steak tacos for appetizers, two IPAs and the perfect margaritas, very tasty and the drinks very well mixed. We also ordered some burgers, sandwich and the sliders. It was a good size amount only if you got some starters though. Overall very nice place and will def recommend to all of my friends!

While staying nearby, in downtown San Diego, we came to Coronado for the evening and stopped in here... We decided on The Tavern because of all the great reviews and this place definitely didn't disappoint! Our service was excellent, from the host greeting & seating us, to our server and the speed of our service. The menu was really nicely done, loaded with nice bar bites, as well as bigger plates. Wine line and cocktails are done quite nicely here too. We started with their Mexican shrimp which was grilled and served with their romesco - It was OUTSTANDING! The shrimp was fresh and tasted great on their own, but the sauce and pickled veggies were a very nice touch. But while eating this, we were still deciding on main courses and after seeing the sliders walk by, I wanted those. I NEVER order sliders, as they're typically overdone. But something about the way these looked and the description of them and their burger in the menu told me I was in for a treat. I most definitely had some of the BEST hamburger I've ever had! The sliders were the best for sure, but if they do their burgers that same way (referring to the meat, which is local grass fed beef, hand packed, perfectly cooked to temp over a wood flame, with a kiss of smoke to the fatty parts of the meat - WOW!), then they probably make some of the best burgers I've ever had! Highly recommend stopping in!

Came here today with some friends. Very cute spot in Coronado. Great vibe and fun ambiance. Also not crowded which was so refreshing on a busy Saturday in Coronado! My friends and I were immediately seated and had a very friendly and attentive server throughout our experience. We decided to try multiple items on the menu: Brussel sprouts- 8/10 very good but drenched in balsamic so after eating a couple the sauce was too heavy to continue eating Chicken pot pie- 10/10 very good! Wings- 8/10 flavorful but a bit dry Caesar salad- 6/10 nothing to write home about Filet Mignon Tacos- 6/10 hard to compete with tacos in San Diego! Overall, it's a relatively small menu but I'd come back for the ambiance, service and to try more food items!

We had the burger and fish tacos, they were delicious. The atmosphere was fun and the staff very attentive. Service was great.

Super cool place! Was staying in town for a meeting, the staff at the hotel recommended The Tavern. It's a quick 5 min walk from the hotel del. Cute menu with craft cocktails; and plenty of delicious choices. The bartender was super sweet and was very attentive. We got a few apps to share, all were very tasty! Glad we stopped in!

Stepping up to the microphone I have an announcement. Testing, testing, Mic check 1,2,3. Ahem. The Tavern: 5 Stars. Dropping mic. Finishing my delicious meal and even better cocktail. What a cool place! Cheers to Coronado California.

Located in the best place in the world arguably, The Tavern is nothing short of the best Brussel sprouts to ever grace my mouth. To start, the lowkey nonchalant vibe of this American bar is comfortable, yet still classy with its touch of rustic accents and the fact that it feels like a speakeasy. The servers were nice and efficient with the food, but not too pushy to the point where it felt like I was being rushed. Now, to the main point of this review...the brussel sprouts. I mean come on, the sauce they are drenched in and the perfect roast, crisp to perfection. With the mini bread crumbs as well its to die for. I think about these brussel sprouts often and will revisit every time im in San Diego, which is like every month.

Our group of seven got this reservation on short notice and feel very lucky we did. We had a huge table to the left of the door and were able to celebrate in a relatively private corner. The service was excellent from the moment we walked in the door. Food was excellent and the majority had to request go- bags because of the generous portions. We were only visiting and know there are many great restaurants on Coronado but add this one to your list.

It's a cute spot that dips underground as you're walking on Orange! I enjoyed the aesthetics. Great spot to people watch or watch a game. Service is quick and the staff was very nice. I had the beef sliders with Brie and it came with fries - honestly filling!

Stopped by for a drink while we were waiting to be seated down the street. Bartender (Jackson) was great when we sat at the bar. He knew exactly what he had behind the bar and was able to provide great mocktails for my pregnant wife.

Saw this place from the outside window. It was adorable. Overall it was a clean, cute spot and the service was good. We got our variety things on the menu and the only thing I can say that was good were the tacos appetizers, everything else was very bland.

Came here for the first time with my wife We sat @ the Bar and we waited & waited the only 2 waitresses never once offered menu or asked if they can serve us... hate to say that maybe because I Am brown -Mexican they paid attention to us.. If it wasn't for the 2 male bar tenders after my wife asked them for menu. Then they served us.. food was great but the way I felt maybe I will not come again..

Delainey is great. Top notch conversationalist and does a fantastic job making customers feeling welcomed! Will be back! 10/10