Vogue Tavern

I stopped by Vogue Tavern for a little happy hour after getting a haircut nearby. They offer happy hour Monday through Friday from 3 to 5 p.m., with an extra perk on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. When I walked in, there was a decent crowd enjoying the specials, which is always a good sign. One of the things I love about their happy hour is the $5 margaritas with different flavor options—classic, mango, and even a spicy jalapeño version. For food, I ordered the chicken sliders, which were solid, and the bratwurst, which came with Dijon mustard. While the brat itself was good, it felt a bit plain—some grilled onions or another topping would’ve added more character. While the food and drinks were enjoyable, the service was lacking. I had to flag down a bartender/server to take my order, which I understand since there were only two of them running the whole place. However, when my food arrived, I said thank you, and the server just walked away without a response. No one checked in after a few bites, and when I was ready to close out, I had to wait quite some time before getting the check. As for the ambiance, the interior has a cool, masculine vibe, heavily influenced by Star Wars—there’s even a life-size Darth Vader statue and Star Wars-themed branding. There’s plenty of seating, including a few patio spots, and multiple TVs make it a solid spot to catch a game with friends. I also heard they’re working on opening a rooftop space, though they’re still waiting on permits. They used to have the best patio on Third Avenue, but unfortunately, that closed down post-COVID. One highlight is their great German beer selection, which adds to their appeal. I’ll definitely be back, but I wouldn’t rush back, as the hospitality was just okay. A little more attentiveness from the staff would go a long way in elevating the experience.

Vogue Tavern is a modern-day Cheers, where everyone knows your name, just like the TV show. The owner is a character all unto himself and goes out of his way to say hi every time. The beer selection is wild, stacked with tasty offerings you can't find anywhere else, even in today's beer-snob society filled with breweries on every corner. Located at the end of the microbrewery hub in downtown Chula Vista, it's the perfect starting point for a pub crawl with your buddies. Start with some good food and wild European beers, then walk over to the nearly 20 breweries, bars, and restaurants on this and the next two blocks, located on both sides of the street. The food choices are simple but all tasty, the beer is cold, and the conversation is always flowing with the other patrons and staff, so you'll always feel included if you want to be. Stop by and give them a try - you won't regret it.

Great atmosphere and service. The tots are the best. Great selection of tap beers. The energy in the tavern was positive, along with the good selection of overhead music. This a must stop when visiting downtown Chula Vista.

On this visit my friend and I ordered the large soft pretzel, wow! It was perfectly cooked. The inside was soft and the outside had a nice crisp to it. The beer cheese and mustard were a great compliment. We also ordered the mac and cheese with buffalo chicken added, as well as the buffalo chicken sandwich. Both were delicious! The only recommendation would be to make the mac and cheese larger. The large size isn't very large and doesn't match up to the rest of the dishes. All in all it was a great meal. I will be back again!!!

First time here. I got the fish and chips and did not realize they had malt seasoning on them. Me and my son couldnt even eat them (very strong flavor), we were offered another order of fries ,but we declined. But we know for next time! Pricey, but the ambiance was nice and the music was great. My son got a kick out of the videos on TV. He also loved that there was soccer and star wars.

Tables outside was dirty, I’ve cleaned it by myself. A waitress forgot about our food order. Beer was pretty good, tacos- so-so, just a bit meat. But chicken schnitzel been good.

They don't toss the chicken wings in the sauce. They under cooked tater tots. I do not recommend the food. Beers were OK, I mean it's pretty hard to mess that up other than the price. Service from Yasmine was great.

No service animals allowed... I was taken a stroll through Chula Vista with my service dog in his big red vest. I recently moved here, and was looking for a place to relax have a drink and eat. I saw this bar that looked good to go and have a drink. I waited at the door for a couple of minutes, nobody came to me and as soon as I stepped inside I was rudely said that I couldn't come in with my dog, there are tables and chairs outside, where if offered and treated differently and respect, I would have gladly had my drink and looked at the menu to see what I could eat. It is very discouraging that there are places like this with no proper training in how to treat people that have the necessity to have a service animal with them. "Small" actions like this sometimes have a big impact on people who are going through difficulties, that just getting out of bed for a walk is such a struggle to only be treated unkindly. Didn't even want to try in other bar or restaurant, since I couldn't deal with another mistreatment like this.

A very casual eatery with a large selection of food for groups and beer. Exterior: Since it's on a main road, there is only street parking or a paid parking lot in the back of the stores. There's a couple of tables to eat outside, but majority of their seating is located inside. Food: The starters are really good to feed large parties and still have some leftover. It's mostly fried food. My party ordered the BLTA with fries and Sausage Party. We spent approximately $55, not including tax and tip. Service: Average but can get the work done. Overall, they can be attentive and helpful to customers, especially to the locals. Note: You can bring children in (at least around lunch time). If you feel like your party needs a reservation, you can call in advance and they can help. An interesting place to catch up with friends or take someone out.

Food and service is so good, I love this place. I would highly recommend See you soon

The atmosphere here is actually fun,quirky, and eclectic. We walked in and noticed it's decorated with Star Wars paraphernalia. Even the bar counter was custom made with its name in Star Wars font amidst tie fighters and x-wings. The food prices were very reasonable and the quality of the food was surprisingly good. I ordered the bison burger which was very juicy, with the right amount of seasoning. Their tater tots were fried well. My husband got the bangers and mash which was also equally delicious. Despite it being a tavern, the noise level was low where you can talk to your party w/o issue. The bartender was very attentive and friendly and the people we sat next to happened to be locals and were also very accommodating.

Deck the halls with boughs of Darth Vader! The staff is friendly, service is fast and, the food is delicious! I love a good Christmas set up and the vogue tavern definitely checked all the boxes for me!

Stopped in because of the 9er flag and stayed for the Star Wars decorations. I'm sure this place is cool for drinks, but the food prices are insane for what you get. This 'small' Caesar salad? $10. Plus chicken, $4. The taco salad? $16. Overall almost $40 with two sodas. Unreal. Eat before you come.

Everything is great, love going there with the teens to watch games. Also great to gather with friends. Recently had something come up and I called with my concern and my issue was taken care of then and there. Have been going here since moving to cv 7 years ago.

Love this cozy friendly place!!!! The atmosphere, drinks and food is why we keep coming back. Perfect place to unwind from work!!!!

Food and service was great! Had a great time celebrating my son's birthday with family and friends. The atmosphere was warm and cheery, even my grandson had a great time ! I would highly recommend The Tavern for a great time.

We are so lucky to have a such a great spot like Tavern that close by no traffic is a plus. Good food another plus and German food too plus a large pretzel is a the best here too goes well with good beers. Their large selections of beers are amazing on tap here. outside seating. It's on 3rd Street it's on the end of 3rd so you can walk parking great if you come early. Music is great too. There's TV's with sports of course Baseball is on :). Our server was nice we happened to have a new server she great for her first day. parking is a little tricky if you come late. a lot people are regulars here. And the owner is so friendly too.

Dropped by for dinner after some Friday Night Lights. It was our first time, and likely it won't be the last time. It took a hot second for anyone to acknowledge us (asked for some menus after servers had passed by at least 3 times). Other than that, great service! Hubby ordered a Japanese beer on tap and I got a Black and Blue cider, both good. He got the bison burger with fries and I the chicken schnitzel. His burger came out first. Burger and fries were nice and hot, and hubby said burger was "well made - juicy." I tasted it and agree. My schnitzel came out shortly, piping hot (like I like), and it was very tasty, the chicken, mashed potatoes and gravy were all nicely seasoned, and the crunchy battered chicken went well with the fluffy mashed potatoes. Not too salty, nor did it need salt - just right. And they play good music (90's, some 80's - the best music, right?!?) Prices may be a tad high for the portions, but it's a solid establishment. I plan to return soon to try happy hour!

Food was delicious, but service was a bit slow. It took a long time to get refills and even longer to get our check! We did sit outside which likely played a role since most people were inside.

Had a great time there, very welcoming and comfortable to watch Monday night football!!

Relatives brought us to eat here. Food was tasty but a bit anemic looking. A sprig of herby stuff would have helped Nothing notable about the ambiance - sports bar like with a couple of nods to German.

I can't say enough how much I really love this place. It definitely has a Star Wars dive bar kinda vibe. The food is great from the burgers, the sausages , a tj dog and fish and chips. The steak is a perfect size and done just like you'd find in this place. I miss small bar but this is definitely taking its place. Great beers. Great service and fun decor. You can't go wrong with the tots too.

Finally, some decent German food and beer in the South Bay! This place is unique and a big breath of fresh air from all of the Mexican food in the area. They have classic German sausages and giant pretzels, as well as classic fried pub food, and best of all....legit German beer! On tap they had a few normal American beers and some amazing German ones including Schneider Aventinus! Arguably the best double bock in the world. Ausgezeichnet! No need to go back to Munich, but we'll be back here, for sure.

When I am craving wings and an ice cold beer while I watch a game, this is where I go. I adore everything about this place. The vibe is great, the servers are attentive and make you feel welcome. I have my go to food order depending on how hungry I am. For sure though the wings are a must try! I have no idea what they put in them that gives them the slightest sweetness with the perfect amount of savory then you add the fact that they always come out super crispy *chefs kiss*! I also love their sliders, Mac and cheese, tots and their beer selection. The decor makes me smile every time I walk in because they always have something small changed depending on the season but overall it is Star Wars themed. Even when I come here alone it doesn't feel weird because the bartenders are nice and will talk to you and make you feel at home.

We came here around 7pm on a Saturday night, Jan 6. The dining room was about half full of patrons and the game was on the televisions. The place is small and quaint. About 20 barstools at the bar, 6 or so small tables, 2 larger tables that seat 6-ish and about 7 pub tables. Our waitress greeted us and took our order. I had a well vodka with sprite and grenadine, $8. It was just okay, not enough grenadine for my taste. My boyfriend got Dr Pepper. We ordered wings, $9, as a starter, I got the fish and chips, $18, specifically asking for crispy fries, as my main meal and he got the chicken schnitzel, $17. It took a little longer than necessary for the drinks to arrive. I watched the waitress and bartender stand around talking for quite some time before they decided to finally make them. Once the drinks arrived, within ten minutes ALL of the food arrived at once. This is a huge peeve of mine. If you're gonna offer starters then at least space the timing of the plates accordingly. The kitchen delivered it as our waitress gossiped at the bar. The food... the wings are naked but for some reason had a super sweet flavor to them that didn't pair well with the buffalo sauce and ranch. The chicken schnitzel was thin (maybe 1/4" thick?) and according to my boyfriend, extremely dry. The gravy had a decent flavor. My plate was a disgrace. The fries were soggy and the fish was so greasy that the breading squished when I picked it up and grease literally ran down my finger. I ate half of one piece and about 10 fries and brought the rest home for the crows. My boyfriend ran out of drink mid meal, served in a clear plastic 16oz solo cup, and never got a refill while all the employees (4 in total) stood at the bar talking. The bill was $63 which is a disgrace for the quality of food and service we received. We will never return to this establishment as there's plenty of places to try with quality food and service in this beautiful city. I suggest you save yourself the aggravation and spend your money elsewhere. The staff simply doesn't care about this place at all. I didn't take pictures at the restaurant as conversation was flowing nicely and I didn't want to stop to pull out my phone, but I did take pictures once I got home of my fish to show the state of it. Just gross. They get 2 stars for a decent Dr Pepper and the place did appear to be clean with a nice ambiance. EDIT: After posting this review I received a tacky response from the owner and a private message. The attitude definitely explains the terrible food and service by their staff. The owner clearly doesn't care and would rather be sarcastic and offended instead of kind and sincerely apologetic for the poor food and service. Big yikes.

My husband and I love this place. The burgers, tater tots, drinks and service! Staff is upbeat and friendly. We love the 80's music and Star Wars decor! Hey our kind of place. We are becoming regulars. Highly recommend coming here if you're craving a great tasting burger and a beer!

A great discovery, we are looking for another restaurant and after walking a while with out success, Vogue Tavern just present in front of our eyes. Awesome food, great beers and a neat service. Just don't ask and came here.

Lots of parking downtown. Good food and drink specials. Good staff and good atmosphere decent pricing, always a good time at the tavern.

The food options are great -- I always get tots! I can never decide between the burger or the fish tacos, unless I'm getting the chicken Caesar salad... or the beer mac'n cheese. Also, highly recommend the Mr. Crunch E. Wiener the service never disappoints, everyone there is invested in each visitor. I love the pub ambiance, there are board games and a skylight. Their beer selection feature local breweries I love it.

Love the dive bar ambience. Service is always great. We never have to flag anybody down. Someone is always come to check on us. Food: Last visit, we ordered the sausage platter and I loved how it comes with a variety of sauces. The tots are crispy and my fave! We also tried the pretzel and hot dog. Overall they were really tasty. Whether it's with the family or group of friends, they can easily accommodate you. Board games for entertainment as well. They have great Happy Hour special. Check out their IG for them!

It was good. I was really surprised. The owner (maybe manager) was super helpful. Making suggestions about what to get. I got a bison burger and a Guinness. Other people in my party got the same, and the fish and chips. Would I come back and eat? Absolutely. It was kinda pricey but what do you expect. It was good food and with the inflammation they got to make their money too. I don't mind putting my money their way. Great customer service. Great food. Beer was nice, frosty and cold. Thank you for the delicious dinner, cold beer, and evening on their patio with friends.

Great !! Happy Hour . The food great for bar food!!! Service and atmosphere to enjoy a day off and just chill with a perfect cocktail!!! Has a good beer selection , but ask the bartender and they actually will hit the right choice for you. Try the way Susan's porn star drink is !!! Been here 5 other time and all time ha been a great time!!!

Our server ignored us after we put in our food order. Our busser was a great kid who probably needs to be promoted because without him, my pretzel would have remained in the kitchen when my family had just about finished their meals.

The service was good. I should have gone to a fast food place for the burger. This burger was similar to a Jack in the Box burger. Very dry. Expensive like most places except I paid more than I would at fast food place for a similar quality burger. Went with a local place as I always to go there vice fast food.

Tried the bison burger and it was pretty good. It came out pretty quickly after ordering. Not to mention, it was pretty busy since the padres game was on, but we still got our drinks and food at a decent time. Only thing I didn't like was how the burger immediately fell apart even after cutting it in half. Delicious, but very hard/messy to eat. I definitely love the vibes of this place, especially for some drinks and to watch games on their many screens haha. My friend and I were pleasantly surprised because not only did they have beer, they had many options of shots and cocktails at decent prices. Definitely want to come back here again to try some other food/drinks :)

This place is a bar setting and they have several options for bar food. The drinks are good, they have drink specials nightly. They have TVs to watch games, boxing, and sporting events. The staff is always super customer service oriented and friendly. We come out maybe every 3 months when we are in the area.

Last night I was walking through Chula Vista on New Year's eve around 10:30/11 looking for a small and casual place to ring in the new year. All of the open spots in the area weren't necessarily busy, the crowds seemed comparable to what you would see on a Friday, no lines and plenty of walking room in all bars. The door was wide open, there was a clear pathway to the counter and plenty of space within the bar itself so we walked in. They were hosting karaoke which could be one of the many reasons the waitress was in such a foul mood but as I said the door was open and we walked in straight to the counter without any issue. While waiting patiently whoever the woman working was looked at me and in the most rude and curt way told me "I have no space". Having seen this was a sports bar I assumed I could just stand and order a beer. Slightly confused I asked my boyfriend to ask what she meant, he goes up to her and once again without speaking more than four words to us she says "I have no space" with the most callous look. Not only were we kicked out of a bar that did have plenty of standing room available an hour before New Years in such a rude manner, she had us standing outside in the cold waiting for an uber to go somewhere else. I understand maybe not allowing standing room but then this place should not be labeled as a sports bar or at the very least have some type of nicety when declining people. We understand not having space but to have such a terrible attitude was a really disappointing way to be treated in such a chill bar on New Years. I get the holiday season can be brutal on service workers and she probably much preferred to not have to work but to take out whatever other frustrations she had on two people just looking for a beer on new years is a little extreme. It genuinely ruined my night and I suggest not going unless you can ensure there is enough empty tables as to not overwhelm staff and the people working have had a good enough day to treat you with the most basic amount of respect (which is my way of saying not ever). Quite disappointing.

Excellent drinks, food, dessert, and ambiance. Quick friendly service. Will certainly be a regular.

Tavern At The Vogue (The Tav) is not only a great place in South bay, I'd say it is up there with the great pubs in San Diego. There are only a few places that check all the boxes when it comes to Ambiance, Food, Craft Drinks, Beer Selection (and tap quality/temperature), MUSIC, Daily Specials, and Community. The Tav is definitely one of them. When I moved back to South bay after a 20 year hiatus I was trying to find not just a place to hang with friends and have some drinks, but a place to feel at home. The staff, since day one has always been welcoming, helpful, and in great spirits. Honestly, I was just supposed to be living in Chula Vista while looking for a place in Mission Hills, but I fell in love with Chula and The Tav had a big part to do with that.

Cool local spot on Third Avenue in Chula Vista! During the day it's not as busy and starts getting crowds towards the evenings. Good food and burgers and drinks!! The staff are nice and always helpful & checking in.

I love this place and it's pretty much our go to when we are looking for a place to eat along the downtown Chula Vista area. The owners are top notch and they really love what they're doing. I have been here so many times I feel like I have tried everything on the menu. First off the food is delicious. All the times I've been here I have never had a bad meal. The hamburgers are on my list of top three in Chula Vista. I recently tried their chicken and waffles and that was also really good. My wife loves the bangers and mash. You can't eat here without getting a giant pretzel with cheese and mustard while you wait. It's a must! For their drink menu you are in for a full bar and a huge selection of beers. They have beer that no other place has. You can easily come, have a beer eat off the menu and watch the games. If you have not been here then add it to your list. It's locally owned and operated so get out there and support small businesses!

Food is always great... the staff is always nice! We love it for a yummy happy hour + the kids always love it here! This spot is how I imagine the show "Cheers" would be like. Everyone knows each other + has a great time! Love that this spot is on Third Ave!

Neat little place that packs a punch! The Staff is great and the food is pretty darn good - wish I took pics of the yummy onion rings and Philly. It's got that local dive bar feel with really Neato folks. I shared my burger recipe with them and am coming back to have that burger!!

One of my favorite spots in Chula vista This I a must-try if you are in The area. They have the best hibiscus michelada also their pretzels are amazing, I've also tried the burgers here breakfast one is amazing wonderful flavors, the jalapeno fries are overall a must-try this place won't disappoint.

Took wife and daughter here before a concert at North Island Amphitheater...the German lager was really good. Food was great too. Wife and I shared The German and the Chicken Schnitzel. The crew there were very helpful and friendly.

Fantastic vibe. Great customer service. Drinks are fantastic! Great value for food and drinks

Can't go wrong with Vogue tavern, good beer and good food and good happy hour. Love the all the beer options

Consistently great place, always a good vibe from employees/owners. Their chicken schnitzel, Mac n cheese and beer are amazing. Love the location, the ability to sit outside, I've even worked from their patio and it was peaceful. The decor is fun, eclectic and enough tvs for sports. ONLY remark is I wish the street tacos were bigger but just because they are that good lol.

This place was just ok. I only looked at * ratings quickly when searching for a place and selected this, and I gotta say I feel a bit misled by that. Best thing was the pretzel and wife's beer. I could definitely see this being a cool happy hour spot, but for dinner it was a miss. It was nice to sit outside on the patio, but service was kinda slow. Just looooong periods between when we would see our server to order drinks then appetisers then dinner. Bison burger was slightly above an average burger, but "duelling swords" (bratwurst and kielbasa) lacked a punch of flavour and the chicken and waffles was really a letdown. Kinda burnt one note flavour (cayenne pepper).

I came here for the first time with some friends from work after the work week, and LOVED this place. They got a great selection of draft beers and other drinks that are reasonably priced. The service is extra fast, and the people are real chill. It's clean, and has a good vibe inside. There are games if you want, and TV's inside. The patio is really cool. The food was also good. It was above average bar food, but definitely did what it needed to do. This is a place I will recommend to my friends, and return to. Thank you Vogue Tavern. PRO TIP: There is cheaper parking on the backside of the restaurant!

This has been a go-to spot for me and my friends for a while now. Situated right next the the old theater where my dad used to take me and my brothers to watch movies offers great nostalgia for me. My go-to is the cheeseburger. It's so delicious and pairs great with their awesome selection of beers. And if you're up to it, get the large boot! And Doctor Q is always very welcoming. This will be a happening spot on third for years to come!

The Vogue is a 49ers bar.. Ahoo Ahoo Ahoo #IYKYK the ambience is also Star Wars themed as far as decor and they have friendly staff, great service and an awesome mixed drink menu and plenty of beer on tap as well. The food is pretty good and they have a mixed clientele of friendly people. They're at the end of 3rd Ave at the corner of E st. in downtown Chula Vista.

Definitely one of the better, if not best bar in the area. I've been looking for a place to hang out and have a drink or two on occasion, and I've decided this is the place. Briefly chatted with the owner the other night, and he not only seems to have a passion for this establishment, but a great business acumen and a vision for the future. It's called a tavern because it's not just a bar but a place for people to congregate, have something to eat, drink and be merry. Also, yes, the pretzels are great. Made locally in National City as opposed to some faceless pretzel mega-corp. Hope to try other items on the menu soon because I've heard good things!

Slipped into the Vogue Tavern of CV last evening for some grub and adult beverages. Familiar friendly joint serviced by a professional welcoming wait staff that aims to please. Thoroughly enjoyed a couple of fresh cold brews and adult cocktails. Soon enough, chicken wings, tacos, caesar salads & a couple of savory tube steaks were brought out ......hot, abundant and delicious they were. The vibe here is casual, warm and cozy. Televisions are strategically located throughout the space for ball games aplenty. As always, the service was professional and efficient. Great South Bay public house me thinks ..... a third avenue institution. Run don't walk over to here at your earliest convenience. You'll be happy you did.

Food is great. Lots of good choices from the salads to the buffalo chicken sandwich to the chicken fingers to the tater tots. Service is great and friendly. It's neighborhood place to grab a bite as it's always spot on.

Funky Star Wars themed art, sports bar atmosphere, good beer menu, loved the sausages. My wife had a concern about her meal and they replaced it very quickly. We first came here during the pandemic and ate in the car, but it's great these days too!

You try something when a new place is opened and getting a good rating, and every other person in neighborhood is check it out. So was the case and reason behind to checking it out. There was an outdoor seating, which is a normal now with such places, as well indoor. I choose indoor, as the heat was unbearable besides traffic. The indoor gives a look of a seating and furniture from a railway station of 1800s, as show in the western movies. Just as colorful and comfy. IMHO, the prices should be half for everything on the menu given the hygiene of the place. Limited parking.