Top rated Live music bars in San Diego, United States to elevate your visit (Updated March, 2024)

Top rated Live music bars in San Diego

Experience the best that San Diego has to offer with our curated list of top-rated places. Sorted by average review scores from venues boasting over 30 reviews, these establishments promise exceptional quality and experiences to elevate your visit in the city. This list contains 14 places from Live music bar category.

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The Cordova Bar

Bar

👍👍 What's not to like about this place? It is small and parking us extremely challenging (be prepared to pay if you can't find street parking) but other than those two things, we were really pleased to find this little gem. The bar tenders were friendly and clearly enjoyed their jobs. They were able to...

4.90 (251 reviews)

Tommy Bahama Marlin Bar & Store

Bar

Casual clothing store featuring men's & women's apparel, plus shoes & accessories.

$$$ $

4.80 (761 reviews)

Park & Rec

Bar

Multi-building haunt serving cocktails, beer & snacks in roomy digs with a courtyard & patio games.

$$ $$

4.60 (744 reviews)

House of Blues Restaurant & Bar

Live music venue

Rock- & blues-themed restaurant & bar serving Southern-inspired dishes, plus live music.

$$ $$

4.50 (3.4K reviews)

Music Box

Live music venue

Upscale 3-story live-music venue serving craft cocktails & a variety of small plates.

$$$ $

4.50 (1.8K reviews)

710 Beach Club

American restaurant

Breezy, beachside bar with understated decor & nightly events from live bands & sports to karaoke.

$$ $$

4.50 (952 reviews)

GARAGE Kitchen + Bar

American restaurant

Buzzy joint in a historic building, offering burgers, ribs, pizzas, and happy hour deals.

$$ $$

4.40 (906 reviews)

Whistle Stop Bar

Bar

Local bar with laid-back house party vibe features regular events such as game nights, bands & DJs.

$ $$$

4.40 (584 reviews)

Rosie O'Grady's

Bar

Corner pub offers an impressive selection of beers on tap, multiple TVs & occasional live music.

$ $$$

4.40 (409 reviews)

Waterbar

American restaurant

Spacious hangout with ocean views serving up seafood dishes & craft cocktails in a mod space.

$$ $$

4.30 (2.1K reviews)

Havana 1920

Restaurant

Cuban classics & rum-based cocktails offered in a warm, wood- & brick-lined space with live music.

$$ $$

4.30 (726 reviews)

Juan Tequila Bar & Restaurant

Mexican restaurant

Warm, rustic-industrial outpost offering Mexican standards such as tacos, tequila & mezcal drinks.

$$ $$

4.30 (382 reviews)

Zama San Diego

Latin American restaurant

👍👍 Great drinks, great service! I tried the aguachile. It was a great small bite, a little spicy, and it was fresh! The occasionally have a show within the restaurant with some dancers and even a DJ. Would come back again!

4.30 (295 reviews)

Barefoot Bar & Grill

Bar & grill

Iconic eatery inside Paradise Point resort offers seasonal Californian cuisine & an oceanview patio.

$$ $$

4.20 (1.4K reviews)

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Top rated Live music bars in San Diego, United States