Happy Hour and Best Tacos and Margaritas

Question

Hi! We fly in tomorrow for the first time in San Diego, staying at the Catamaran. Can you please tell me if you know about any great Happy Hours, and also your favorite places for Tacos and Margaritas? I do have South Beach Bar and Grill for tacos at sunset. Looking forward to beautiful water views, sunshine and palm trees.. Thank you very much. Cheryl

Answer

Welcome to San Diego! Staying at the Catamaran is a fantastic choice—you’ll be right on Mission Bay with beautiful water views, palm trees, and a great spot for sunset drinks. Since you’re interested in Happy Hours, tacos, and margaritas, here are some excellent options near your area and throughout San Diego.

Happy Hour Recommendations:

South Beach Bar & Grill: Since you already mentioned it, it’s worth noting they have a popular happy hour with great cocktails and bar bites, especially during sunset with water views.
Maverick’s Beach Club: Located near Mission Beach, this spot offers a lively happy hour with discounted beers, margaritas, and appetizers. It’s casual with a great beachy vibe.
JRDN at the Pendry San Diego: A rooftop bar in the Gaslamp Quarter. Happy hour includes specialty cocktails and small plates, and the views of downtown are gorgeous.
Point Loma Seafoods: If you enjoy a more casual spot with local seafood, they sometimes have weekday happy hour specials on drinks, and you can enjoy a beautiful harbor view.

Best Tacos in San Diego:

Oscar’s Mexican Seafood: Known for their fish and shrimp tacos, this is a local favorite with fresh ingredients and vibrant flavors. Locations in Pacific Beach and downtown.
Las Cuatro Milpas: Classic, old-school Mexican food in Barrio Logan. Known for handmade tortillas and hearty tacos with authentic flavors. Cash only, but worth it.
South Beach Bar & Grill: As you mentioned, perfect for tacos at sunset, with a great selection of fresh fish tacos and casual outdoor seating on the bay.
The Taco Stand: Several locations in La Jolla and downtown. They serve authentic Mexican tacos with a variety of salsas and great vegetarian options.

Best Margaritas:

Polite Provisions: While a bit farther in North Park, this cocktail bar is known for inventive margaritas and classic tequila drinks.
Cucu’s Mexican Cantina: A local favorite in Mission Beach, offering strong, flavorful margaritas and a fun beachy atmosphere.
South Beach Bar & Grill: You can’t go wrong enjoying margaritas here while watching the sunset over the water.
Las Hadas Lounge: Located in Pacific Beach, they offer a variety of margaritas and tequila cocktails in a cozy, colorful setting.

For your stay at the Catamaran, you’ll find it convenient to explore both Mission Bay and nearby beaches for casual tacos and drinks. Sunset at South Beach Bar & Grill is perfect, but if you want to venture a bit farther, Pacific Beach, La Jolla, and Mission Beach all have excellent options for both happy hour and fresh tacos.

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