Wonderland Ocean Pub

Great seafood with a view. Many other options available. There is indoor, outside and dog seating (downstairs) available. We sat upstairs during the OB Farmers Market and the activity on the lawn was great. I ordered the tuna wrap, it was huge. My wife had the clam chowder bowl. Both were delicious and served timely. The waitress really knew the menu well when we asked for suggestions. As the temperature dropped they closed the windows to keep the cool breeze at bay.

So happy to find this place. After watching surfers surf at ocean beach, we came here to have a quick bite. Ribs were juicy and tasty. Fish taco was good. Calamari was plumb and well fried. Place had a great young vibe and fun. Ocean view was amazing at sunset. I heard from the hotel staff that this is a locals pub. My girls liked the place and definitely recommend this place when you visit Ocean beach in San Diego.

The beer was pretty good here, nothing special. The view… is amazing. You’ve got the ocean, you’ve got all these surfer bros walking by with their shirts off, dogs… tons of dogs! Dogs and CBP. Tons of CBP driving by too. Anyway, the service was a little shaky but to be fair they were busy. We had to flag them down to get water but they give it to you in this cool little vase looking thing. The fish tacos were excellent, the pretzel bites were perfect bar food, the desert wasn’t bad but I’m not too much of a sweets guy. If I’m in San Diego again, I’m coming here for sure.

Biscuits and gravy are good but better with the eggs and onions on top! Only knock is they are changing menus and a lot of the current drinks are not available. The location is top notch, with amazing views and scenery.

We had a tough time deciding between the three restaurants in this area but we are so happy we chose Wonderland. It was exceptional. The views were mesmerizing and the food and drink were perfect. Service was short staffed but they handled it well and we weren’t left waiting long. The Watermelon Cooler was amazing. It tasted like a jolly rancher. The apple Old fashioned was enjoyed by my partner. We started with fried calamari and pork riblets. The calamari was addicting mixed with the fried peppers. The riblets were outstanding. They were flavorful , fell off the bone and melted in your mouth. We also enjoyed some fried fish tacos which were excellent with the salsa verde. 100% recommend and can’t wait to come back.

Great little spot almost on the beach. We came and enjoyed some cocktails with a view! It was kind of cold outside so the big windows made it feel like we could still be enjoying the beach while staying warm. We did not eat so I cannot comment on their food but definitely come here and enjoy a drink or two. I did knock off a star for service. Our hostess was great, very friendly but none of the servers were anything to write home about. Made us feel like a burden more than anything. Didn't check on us often until a younger guy bartender/server got there on shift change. He was a lot better. Didn't get his name but younger guy with a mustache, wore a hat.. I know that's so vague but it's all I've got. Thanks guy!

Great place to eat and watch the ocean!! The views are outstanding. Lots of people working on laptops in front of the window. I wish the food quality was on par. The burgers came out well done, and fish in fish tacos was on a drier side. However, great guacamole and coconut chicken strips! They also serve a decent variety of draft beer with Cali Creaming being one of them. It is pet friendly 🐕 🐕 🐕 and service was amazing!

People tend to think places right near the beach and rip offs and less quality of food. Wonderland Pub is not one of those places. Got the Clam Chowder fries and it was the best fries I ever had. It’s a must try. The scenery with a marg in hand and a belly full of clam chowders fries is a core moment everybody needs in their life. 10/10.

We went with the house favs, OB burrito which was a breakfast burrito made with eggs, potatoes, beans, bacon, and sausage covered in sour cream and enchilada sauce. This is a very popular dish however mine was missing a few components and that's fine because what happened next was Italian French toast. This was, "get in my belly" good! So good, there are no photos! We cannot believe it was gone within minutes. Absolutely fantastic! I was also told that the bagel and locs were fabulous as well. The view, the food, the company, the service, all equal the perfect summer day! Of course we will be back, just look at our plate! Definitely recommend if you want to play tourist or have to give out some ideas to a tourist.

We stopped by on a Friday afternoon and lucked out with front-row parking and a perfect beach view. The vibe was great and it's an ideal spot for people-watching. Service was a bit hit-or-miss, we had to flag down a few different servers for water refills and plates for our shared dishes. We ordered the honey goat cheese plate, which was delicious! Just wish it came with a few more chips. The guac was solid too. My nephew enjoyed the chicken strips, my husband (a loyal fan) went for his usual loco moco and swears it's the best and I had the cauliflower taco, which hit the spot. Overall, a great beachside hangout with tasty bites and a laid-back atmosphere.

I came across this place and thought I'd give it a try. The place gets packed but the views overlooking the ocean were amazing. Upon arrival, it was tad bit unorganized as we had people just walking in and sitting down but nonetheless was seated pretty quick in an optimal spot. Nachos with Steak was ordered and it was delicious. It's great that this place actually serves steak with the nachos as opposed to others where they serve it with ground beef. Drinks as well were amazing I just can't recall what I ordered but it was pink. I will probably visit this spot again when I come back to OB.

Came here to watch the sunset and it was perfect. The views of the ocean from inside are amazing, with big windows that open up so you can feel the breeze. It's a great date night spot, the vibe is relaxed and it seemed like mostly couples when we went. We definitely over ordered for two people but we were starving when we got there. We shared the sweet and spicy wings, clam chowder bread bowl, ahi tuna poke, surf and turf burger, and a sangria. The wings were saucy and delicious, the chowder was hearty and perfect for the cooler beach weather, and the poke was surprisingly fresh and ended up being my favorite. The burger was fine, but I did really like the grilled leeks inside. Overall, a great romantic spot to watch the sunset and chat over drinks.

By far one of my favorite places to go to in ocean beach! If Joey is ever working, ask for his section! He is so kind and knowledgeable about the menu! He makes the best Mai tais'. The food is amazing as well! Love the atmosphere and vibe here!

We came to Wonderland for a casual family dinner and had a good time overall. The views here really are the best in OB--sunset over the water, good people-watching, and that chill, friendly bar vibe that makes you want to stay for one more drink. Service was great too--super attentive without being overbearing. We shared the pretzels and steak nachos to start--both were solid, though nothing that totally wowed us. I ordered the woco loco, which I was really excited for, but it was way different from the original version I love. The flavors were bold, just not what I expected. On the kid front, the burger was a hit (my nephew crushed it), but the chicken tenders weren't what my niece was hoping for--more of a panko-style thing, and she wasn't into it. Tacos here are huge, but just a heads up--they're about $7-$9 each, so it adds up fast. Still, between the views, good service, and that easygoing OB energy, I'd definitely come back--probably just try something else off the menu next time.

Beautiful view, lively atmosphere! Food: I ordered the teriyaki steak bowl, and the steak was cooked medium with a great teriyaki sauce. Everything was well-seasoned. Service: Given how busy the restaurant was, service was attentive and fast. Ambiance: Definitely on the livelier side. The pub can run on the louder side but that's to be expected given the location. If you're looking for a lively, upbeat experience, with a sunny ocean view, this is the perfect place. Parking: OB street parking can be rough, but it isn't too bad.

This place rocks!!! I went for the first time recently with a couple friends around 6pm and got seated within a few minutes. The views are immaculate from this beautiful restaurant. The service was great. And the food was delicious! My friend & I shared the miso ahi tuna wrap and the pimento bacon burger. The burger was very saucy but super flavorful. The wrap was what really stole the show for me. I had seen someone order it when we walked in and knew right away I wanted it. I'm so glad I ordered it and I will definitely be back in the future to have it again! The hand cut fries were terrific as was the lobster aioli we had with it. All in all I had an amazing experience and I am excited to eat here many more times

Excellent service, great happy hour food, with fantastic views! Arrive early to find street parking. I highly recommend trying the Da Kine guacamole. Huge portion, enough to share with the whole table. The fish tacos are divine!

You know what I love? Humans. You know what I love more than humans? Good humans that understand the art of customer service, taking feedback gracefully and willingly. That is exactly what Chef Elias of Wonderland has going for him and after my four-star (four-stars is already solid!) review of Wonderland he messaged me with the hopes that the next time I come in that it's a five-star experience. That is some stellar customer service, my friends. If you read my last review you'll see that it was positive and that I love Wonderland. The fish and chips were my only real critique and by the message that I received from Chef Elias it seems that I'll never get an under seasoned plate again. Cheers to you Wonderland, you've hired some awesome people that are doing great things for your establishment and the customers that walk through your sun kissed front doors.

Perfect brunch spot in the heart of Ocean Beach. Great service and yummy food. Highly recommend ordering the Woco Moco and the Bloody Mary. There's ample seating and a great ocean view. Amazing vibes all around!

Visited Wonderland ocean pub for some brunch, we waited about 15 minutes to be seated. Our server was very tentative and super nice. We ended up ordering the clam chowder, burger, Pozole , beef with beans and scrambled eggs and tortilla. I had the grasshopper cocktail which was delicious. Definitely recommend, the views were gorgeous, Wonderland has a great ambience. Highly recommend, will definitely be back.

I come here all the time on the weekends for their fresh made greyhounds. It just tastes better when made with fresh grapefruit juice and a nice giant slice of grapefruit to go with it as a healthy snack. :0) This time we came here in the morning before our flight to Vegas so I ordered some food to help soak up the binge drinking that I knew was going to ensue for the next 24 hrs. LOL!! I ordered the Woco Moco which was definitely 'gotta take a nap later' food but it did it's job since I knew I wouldn't be eating for at least 4 hrs. I ate the whole damn thing. It was great! I'd order it again for sure. The bartenders were also super nice and attentive. I asked about a drink they were making that was very pretty and she gave me some leftover in the shaker to try. I love coming to Wonderland for the view, service and drinks.

We had a reservation so we could enjoy the sunset while we ate. We got seated right away. Had a seat in front of the big windows facing the pier. After this things started to go down hill. They seemed to only have 2 servers working the whole floor, which was packed. Service was impacted because of this. We ordered our drinks, just fountain drinks. They took about 10 minutes to get there then it took close to 20 more minutes for the server to come back and take our order. My daughter wanted the steak frites but was told they were out of steak (at 5:30 on a Sunday) so we both go the fish and chips. I also ordered a cocktail. The food came out before my cocktail (again this place was packed) The fish and chips was one large piece of fish as opposed to the usual two or three pieces. It wasn't appealing served that way to me. It was really loud in the restaurant. Even though we were sitting next to each other. (Its bench seating facing the windows) it was hard to hold a conversation without having to get loud. This was proven by how many conversations we overheard due to those close to us having to yell to talk. Maybe if they had been better staffed it would've been a better experience but I'm not sure I'll be back to find out.

Great food, fantastic views, and good service. I was really surprised about this place. It came recommended to me by friends that live just down the street. We visited with a group of friends that evacuated from the LA fires. They got a well-deserved retreat from the stress. We all ended up having a lot of fun, and food to take home. The portions are huge.

Been coming here for years. We loved the chile verde and ceviche appetizer. Both gone. French fries soft. Said they can't crisp them because they're fresh cut. OK. Service, drinks and view are awesome. I hope their food steps up.

Just a quick stop in for a watermelon cooler. OK two watermelon coolers. I'll just leave this here.

Great spot for a brunch with the girls!! They have great price points for mimosas with any kind of juice to mix! The food options were amazing, from poke to French toast we tried it all! Plus the setting right across from the beach, can't be beat!

I enjoy coming to wonderland for their weekday happy hour. I always get their juicy chicken strips and ceviche. Plenty of food and drink options on their happy hour menu compared to most restaurants. I also can't forget to mention the gorgeous ocean view from this restaurant. A relaxing place to be. Service has always been attentive here as well.

One of the best views on their patio. I love eating here with my wife while we watch the waves and surfers. Their food is amazing too and they do a good job on their dishes. If you're nearby or in town, you can't go wrong!

Lovely location, Great service! Food was amazing. Very attentive. Great view! You gotta try them!:)

The food was ok. Fried goat cheese was great, fish and chips good, pozole was lacking. Service was top notch. We were there last Tuesday night and they were about to close, unbeknownst to us. We were meeting our in laws who were late. Server never acted like we were a nuisance, although we felt like we were. Great experience!

It's so amazing sitting up high over the ocean enjoying dinner with friends. Service was phenomenal. My chicken pasta salad is one of my favorite things I've ever eaten I think! Drinks were pretty yummy too! The water provided though - it smelled like a fish tank. I don't know if it was the water or the glass but I had to tap out. Otherwise a fun spot!

Who doesn't love San Diego but also who doesn't love a good beach/sunset drinks and amazing food by the water it's just absolutely divine there!!

Beautiful views of the beach and the people-watching is fun. The main dining area was noisy when we were there, but maybe if the windows are open it wouldn't be so loud. Our drinks were very slow to arrive and I think maybe our server forgot them, but they arrived quickly after our reminder. The food is exceptional! Our favorite clam chowder we've tried on our SD vacation so far. Perfectly grilled halibut fish taco and the mussels in a green curry sauce were phenomenal.

Amazing views from basically any seat in the restaurant! I enjoyed this spot for brunch following a night out - the service was quick and the prices were reasonable (barring the $8 mediocre cold brew). The hot coffee was pretty generic but did the trick. I ordered the pancakes and was delighted to find that the sauce on top was perfectly sweet - the pancakes definitely did not need syrup. I almost paid $2 extra for banana and am so glad I did not because they came out brown on my friend's pancakes. I would recommend splitting the pancakes with a friend because none of us could finish our orders solo due to how dense and rich the pancakes were (a very good thing in my opinion!!). The savory dishes looked pretty tasty, so I'd go back to try that and grab a window seat to watch surfers!

Food is great. I had fish tacos and coconut chicken. Amazing view to eat Ocean. I sad second floor where you have the best view. Service was excellent. Alice was very nice and helpful! Street parking available.

Food was delicious and worth the wait because we waited what seemed to be a while. Get the chili and guac! It hit the spot after a long travel day.

Sat at the bar to wait for our table and the watermelon cooler tasted amazing. Got sat our table at 6:30pm and didn't receive our food until almost 8pm. Our meal was still missing sides like our fries and took even more time to come out.. also takes forever to flag down our server. By the time we were about to eat, everyone around us finished and started leaving. We were definitely forgotten and that took away the enjoyment from our dinner.

This is definitely a hidden gem that we would not have found without Yelp. We were looking for a brunch location that wouldn't break the bank, but still had amazing views of the ocean. This is that place! The server was not overly welcoming, but she was pleasant and efficient. She continued to check on us and made sure we always had what we needed/wanted. If you get there early enough (or are just lucky), you can score one of the bench seats right up against the windows, so nothing is blocking your view. The only reason for the drop of one star - the egg whites in the center of the omelet were undercooked (very runny). This is definitely a location that we will return to!

The food here was very good, but service was very slow (however it was very busy) and it was so loud that I couldn't hear my friends speaking unless they yelled.

I really love this place. They have good food and the atmosphere is really nice. I enjoy the service and how welcoming the staff are. The blonde girl host was so nice too and truly was working hard. I will be coming back!

Super friendly, fun and energetic staff. 10 ++. Food was really delicious. But not for those health conscience folks. I had the smash burger with fries and a makin bacon cocktail. I was looking for a great burger and I found it! The drink was different and delish. Top it all off with a beautiful beach/pier/sunset view. I'll be back!

I have never in my life, after years of eating oysters all over the world, have experienced getting jump scared every other oyster because there were dead crabs in them. It was terrifying and disturbing. Our server was mean, and then tried to save the day by calling the person paying "loverbutt" as she handed the Toast machine for us to tip her. Ceviche was bland. Fries cold upon delivery. We were seated by the bar and observed drinks melting on the service well for 10 minutes. So I'm not surprised our food came cold as well...

This place has one of my favorite happy hours in town! Great drinks, food and views always

We are planning our wedding reception here in October and we give our Wonderland coordinator, Kayla all the stars!!! She has recommended vendors and helped figure out literally everything about how we want our magical night to be. Her communication has been clear, thorough, and speedy. Our whole experience has been made so easy and fun with her help. We highly recommend this venue because of Kayla's superb service and are soooo looking forward to our reception being held here!!

Nice view, good food & good service definitely address too be.... Well done I enjoyed the time we spend there with friend....

A real gem in OB. The main dining room overlooks the OB Pier! They have the best nachos in San Diego- I stand by that! They layer them so well so every single bite has the goods on it. Chicken, carnitas, steak, all delicious!! They have a big beer list and I haven't tried a cocktail there that I didn't like. They do trivia on Tuesdays which is a fun addition to their already great food and drinks. Lots of tvs so a good spot for games as well. The staff here is all great, but shout out to the bartender Mikey- makes great drinks and is always so fun to talk to!

TLDR: Great location, okay service with no good vegan options and average non-vegan options. Atmosphere: Clearly, the star of the show is oceanside views. The rest of the restaurant is clean and just another beach pub. Service: nothing stands out as really great or really bad. Just mid-level service with people bringing food. We were not made to feel that welcome, nor was anyone mean. Food: what should one expect from pub food? Well, even in the state of vegans, there are no real options here. I was able to modify their OB Farm Salad but they still gave me bread with butter on it... the salad had too much dressing and even a vinegar lover like me had my mouth craving fresh water just to rinse the acidity down. The two omni's with me both said their food was "okay" with the grilled fish being quite dry, but the sauce was good. The fish and chips guy only ate one piece of fish and said he was done, so that should say enough. Overall, come here to drink and enjoy the view, but maybe drink a lot before ordering food to soak it up.

A family friend brought me here as he wanted to show his mother the spectacular views; they do have some nice views. I know I had been here before, but I don't recall if I had ordered any food. On this occasion I tried the recommended chili, and I was pretty pleasantly surprised...keep in mind my expectations were not that high. What I will definitely say without a doubt, this was the meatiest chili I have ever seen on a menu-beef brisket, ground short rib, smoked kalua pork, pork belly, andouille sausage, and smoked bacon...goodness gracious. I'm not sure that offering such a meatpalooza was necessarily a good thing, as I envisioned all of yesterday's unused meats being tossed into a bucket of beans and..."Voila"..chili. However as I mentioned, I was pretty pleasantly surprised...the chili was solid! I would have liked it to be spicier, but that's just my preference. At $12 for the bowl, I thought it was a pretty good portion for the price. The hot bowl of chili was also served with oyster crackers; I could have eaten 3 bags of those crackers. What made this visit special was our server's customer service skills. I really with I had gotten their name as they truly deserve the recognition. If I end up making a return I'll be sure to get their name so I may give them a proper thanks! Enjoy!

Very tasty food Those coconut chicken strips especially Hazy beers is the best choice over there Bar takes some time to make drinks But overall perfect place with outstanding view Service is good and very clean

We came for lunch and it was great! Sitting overlooking the ocean and the pier. We had great service and excellent food. Ordered the tuna wrap and it was HUGE. Very yummy with lightly seared ahi and lots of it!!! We also had the grilled Fish taco which was cooked to perfection. Very moist . Like everywhere prices have gone up quite a bit since we were here last. But a very nice lunch indeed ...

First time here and I was set up with an excellent view. I ordered the fish taco and the ahi poke. Best fish taco I've ever had. Great service and I can't wait to go back.

First time here. Place was comfy but something was off. Maybe we ordered the wrong food but it was just okay. Waitress was nice though.

Get the fries with extra ranch, get the clam chowder, get the fish taco!! Make sure to go during happy hour 3-5

Jess, the manager is extremely rude. There is a sign says that they accept service dogs but the manager must not know the laws :)) She required us showing paperwork, which is illegal, and was extremely rude. Love the vibes of this place and all the other staff is great but make sure to bring documentation for your service animal or you'll get a rude lady coming for you!!

I wandered into Wonderland Ocean Pub at about 440 pm last Monday, intending to catch the tail end of happy hour (3-5 M-F). I was greeted by a very busy bartender who was handing out tropical shots to every patron in the bar, and said he would be right with me. Unbeknownst to me, they have a sunset tradition here. As the sun drops below the horizon, they ring a bell and everyone cheers and drinks their shot! What a lovely welcome and a great glassed in second floor view! I ordered a happy hour mule, choice of several liquors. So, I chose rum when the bartender told me they make it like a dark and stormy. It was NOT anything like a dark and stormy, frankly it was sour and unpleasant. I did however really enjoy the happy hour shrimp aguachile. It was a very generous portion of lime cured shrimp, red onion, cucumber and of course chile. With excellent snappy homemade corn tortilla chips. I was pleasantly surprised to discover it was half priced mussels and clams after 5 pm on Mondays. I stayed and ordered $10 green curry mussels and a side of brown rice ($4). And a $14 blueberry mojito that was FABULOUS! The mussels were plump and tender and the portion felt generous. The broth was pretty salty but insanely flavorful with curry and heat. I ate every mollusk and then soaked up most of the broth with my rice. My tummy was super happy when I left! Yes, it ended up being more expensive than a quick happy hour drink and bite but I am very glad I found mussel Monday! One last bit of feedback, it was freezing in the restaurant because they had the door open the entire time. I know it's December and I'm from Arizona where it's not so cold but I would have appreciated it being closed.

Perfect SloCal experience. A majority of the restaurant opens up to the ocean, with fresh sea air flowing through the open windows. Seating is plenty and the servers were so lax, welcoming and helpful. We had both great beer and food recommendations. The food was super tasty as well. Perfect stop before hitting the beach.

Quick stop for New Year's Eve warm up. Food was top notch, I was impressed and we'll be back. Try the wonder freeze with the hand cut fries.