Entire Venue at Dobson's Restaurant

Restaurant · Whole venue

956 Broadway Circle, San Diego, CA 92101 –
Civic Center (0.1 mi)

About this space

Established in 1984.

Step on inside Dobson's, a San Diego landmark where prominent clientele has gathered for food and libations for over three decades. Situated within the beating heart of the Gaslamp, folks have made Dobson's a tradition for lunch, dinner, and cocktails in America's finest. And for good reason. There's a sense of classic coziness at Dobson's, where guests are surrounded by warm, wood-paneled walls, stained-glass, and plush furnishings.

Our bar is welcoming, reminiscent of an old-fashioned men's club. But don't think for a moment that women aren't a cherished presence here, too. Located within a block of the Civic Theatre, Balboa Theatre, and the Lyceum, Dobson's is a magnet for theater-bound patrons in search of a pre-show dinner, or to wrap up a memorable night on the town.

Pull up a seat at the bar, or reserve a table for your party. Let us do all the work, whether that means crafting a classic cocktail for you and someone special, or having our world-renowned chef serve up one of his best meals.


Prices

Sunday
Closed
Note: Alcohol licence until 9:30 pm. All prices include sales tax.
Monday
11:30 am – 9:00 pm
from $4000 min. spend
Per session
11:30 am – 9:00 pm
from $4000 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 9:30 pm. All prices include sales tax.
Tuesday
11:30 am – 9:00 pm
from $4000 min. spend
Per session
11:30 am – 9:00 pm
from $4000 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 9:30 pm. All prices include sales tax.
Wednesday
11:30 am – 9:00 pm
from $4000 min. spend
Per session
11:30 am – 9:00 pm
from $4000 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 9:30 pm. All prices include sales tax.
Thursday
11:30 am – 9:00 pm
from $4000 min. spend
Per session
11:30 am – 9:00 pm
from $4000 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 9:30 pm. All prices include sales tax.
Friday
11:30 am – 9:30 pm
from $4000 min. spend
Per session
11:30 am – 9:30 pm
from $4000 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 9:30 pm. All prices include sales tax.
Saturday
4:30 pm – 9:30 pm
from $4000 min. spend
Per session
4:30 pm – 9:30 pm
from $4000 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 9:30 pm. All prices include sales tax.
Pricing updated by venue 5 months ago

Capacity

Standing
up to 123
Dining
up to 77

Catering and drinks

In-house catering
External catering not allowed
Venue provides alcohol
BYO alcohol not allowed

Facilities

Free on-street parking
Bike Parking
Full Bar
Outdoor Seating
Vegan Options
Wi-Fi
Projector
Flatscreen TV
Whiteboard
Flipchart
PA system / speakers
Conference call facilities
Air conditioning
Natural light
Storage space
Quiet space
Accommodation available

Music & sound equipment

Own music allowed
Bring your own DJ
Noise restriction

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible
Accessible toilets
Ground level

Rules of the space

Allowed events

Promoted and ticketed events
Wedding licence
Temporary event notices (TENs) available

Host rules

No smoking in the building.


Dobson's Bar and Restaurant is a hidden treasure in the heart of the Downtown San Diego/Gaslamp Quarter. For the last 37 years, this has been the hot spot for business lunches and frequented by many local and nationwide celebrities.

Paul Dobson, the namesake for Dobson's bar and restaurant, is one of America's few professional Bullfighters. The food is California cuisine with a touch of Italian, French, Spanish, and Asian cuisine. One thing that both local San Diegans and Zagat can agree on is that this is one of the top restaurants in San Diego. Due to the limited seating and popularity, reservations are highly recommended.


Other spaces and event packages at this venue

from $45
per person / per session

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