The Alibi
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About
The Alibi is a Bar in Hillcrest, San Diego, United States. Price range: budget-friendly. It stays open late, until 02:00. Also offers outdoor seating. For a quieter visit, come by on a Monday. Rated 4.4★ from 517 reviews, it is among the best-reviewed spots in San Diego.
Amenities
What diners mention
- Service5
- Ambiance3
Frequently asked questions
Where is The Alibi?+
The Alibi is located at 1403 University Avenue, San Diego, San Diego.
What kind of place is The Alibi?+
The Alibi is a Bar in San Diego.
What are The Alibi's opening hours?+
The Alibi is open seven days a week. The Alibi stays open late, until 02:00.
Is The Alibi open on Sundays?+
Yes, The Alibi is open on Sundays.
When is the best time to visit The Alibi?+
It is busiest on Saturday and usually quietest on Monday.
How expensive is The Alibi?+
The Alibi is generally budget-friendly.
What does The Alibi offer?+
The Alibi offers Outdoor seating, Wheelchair access, Bar.
Location
What people say
“Cheap, strong drinks, friendly bartender.”
Reviews sourced from Google.
What diners say on Google
David Trzeciak★★★★★As someone who occasionally visits this bar, I'll say my opinion matters far more than the other reviews... ha.. They get 5 star for food because you can bring your own. 5 star for service because they can make you feel like family,,,, they go out of their way to serve a drink exactly the way you like it. They won't put up with rude but reward kindness.. 5 stars for atmosphere. It's a lively mix of regulars and first time guests, where anyone is welcome. The vibe is have fun, be social, respectful, go with the flow and you may make a friend or two. The pool tables are my favorite part, gre
Alex Woycik★★★★★I am not sure if they serve food or not, I never go there to eat. just to grab a beer or two and either shoot pool in the spacious Area (no.need for. the dreaded short cuestick bc you are too close to a wall) or sit at the bar where the bartenders are friendly and funny. the atmosphere is great, perhaps a direct result of having the BestBar Name Ever.I believe it's in Hillcrest but it's feel is grittier a la North Park
Erin Moore★★★★An oldie but goodie. They only accept cash, but they have an ATM inside. I like coming here to play pool and drink pear cider 😆 they have a few games to play, a long bar, a couple booths inside, and now an outside patio space. Not much to look at. This is where you bring old friends you actually like to hang out with.
Wiliam Sierra★This is second time that I was refused service at this dive bar. Jason wanted to double down about the way we “stubbled” to the bar. I had to ask if he was refusing service to us. The most unprofessional response that I’ve heard from a bartender. This is the first bar that i took to show a tourist and you ruined it. I understand a refusal for service at a bar but there is way to articulate that.
Reviews sourced from Google.
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