Gilly's House of Cocktails

📍 Gay bars in San Diego

6.8

Gilly's House of Cocktails is a charming neighborhood bar that offers a relaxed and inviting atmosphere. The creative cocktails are a highlight, with unique flavors that stand out, such as the Pandan Express and their bold espresso martini. The bar also features fun extras like a free Pac-Man table and a pool table, making it a versatile spot for socializing and enjoying a night out.

The cozy and welcoming environment makes it easy to spend more time than planned. However, there have been some reports of inconsistent service, so treating the staff with respect is advisable. Overall, Gilly's is a great place to unwind, with a mix of classic and unique drinks, and a community feel that keeps patrons coming back.

Features and services of Gilly's House of Cocktails

From the business

  • Identifies as Latino-owned

Service options

  • Outdoor seating

Highlights

  • Bar games
  • Fast service
  • Great beer selection
  • Great cocktails
  • Quiz night
  • Sport

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible seating
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Arcade games
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Happy-hour drinks
  • Spirits
  • Wine

Dining options

  • Outside food allowed
  • Seating

Amenities

  • Toilet
  • Wi-Fi

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cosy
  • Trendy

Crowd

  • Groups
  • LGBTQ+ friendly
  • Tourists
  • Transgender safe space

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments

Parking

  • Free of charge street parking
  • Paid street parking

Pets

  • Dogs allowed

Gilly's House of Cocktails is in position 11 out of 25 in gay bars in San Diego

Customer Reviews

★★★★★
★★★★★

Gilly's House of Cocktails has a rating of 4.3 out of 5 based on over 456 reviews on Google

Sierra Simpson

Gilly’s feels like the kind of bar every neighborhood wishes it had: relaxed, fun, great drinks, and full of personality. The atmosphere has that classic local vibe where everyone seems happy to be there, and it’s the perfect spot to stop in for a drink and stay longer than planned. The cocktails were excellent. The Pandan Express was creative and smooth, with that richer, slightly tropical flavor that stands out without being too sweet. Anything with sesame and hojicha has been hooked. Their espresso martini was just as impressive. It was bold, balanced, and exactly the kind you want to sip slowly. Between the drinks and the welcoming energy, it’s easy to see why people love this place. One of the best surprises is how much there is to do. They have a free Pac-Man table, a pool table, and an unbeatable Tuesday steak night that gives the bar an extra sense of community. It feels like a hangout spot and a cocktail bar at the same time, which is rare in the best way. Great cocktails, fun extras, and a cozy neighborhood feel make Gilly’s House of Cocktails a standout. It’s the kind of bar you come back to again and again because it just feels good to be there.

Sierra Simpson ☆ 5/5
Claudia Chavez

What are great place. Cocktails are so good. They have a list of unique and classics. The music is good. The bartender was awesome. Pool tables were going. Clean and professional bar love this place.

Claudia Chavez ☆ 5/5
Nico Castro

Tuesday is steak night! Treat the bartenders with respect and they will do the same! Great place for a first date!

Nico Castro ☆ 5/5
The Brand

I was here on Valentine’s Day at 8pm with my husband and our two friends. We were chilling peacefully drinking on the patio and my husband was smoking a vape. The bartender (who i saw taking shots at Lafayette gutter bar before coming here? Weird….drinking shots before work???) threw an ice cube at my husband and It hit me directly in the face. She screamed at my husband that vaping isn’t allowed to which he answered "couldn’t you just have told me instead of throwing ice at my wife’s face?" And she apologized, in an extremely passive aggressive way. Your employees shouldn’t be showing up to work drunk off shots from a nearby bar and throwing ice cubes at a paying customer. Ridiculous. Especially on Valentine’s Day

The Brand ☆ 1/5
Michelle M

It was because of Ig that my friends and i went to check out this holiday pop up at the back of Gillys. Just letting you know, this is definitely worth a visit because even though it’s divey vibes, it feels homey. Probably because the front of the house is snap and divey. But once you reach the patio, it’s like a Christmas wonderland.

Michelle M ☆ 4/5
Deeandra

First timer started my night here. Literally came in got a drink, i accidentally forgot where i was and hit my vape inside. (I'm not from here mind you) & One of the workers grabbed my drink, threw it out & started pushing me out, then proceeded to scream in my face in front of everyone on the strip, i was very calm telling him i understand and im sober so he doesn't need to yell or put hands on me and then he told me im never welcomed back. Literally insane behavior and completely unprofessional, no warning or anything just a random man aggressively grabbing me and screaming. Never coming back. I get it i really do but c'mon.

Deeandra ☆ 1/5
Nicholas Williams

Cool plate to hangout! No drama!!!Door Guy Deserves a Raise! The nicest! Nic…

Nicholas Williams ☆ 5/5
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Information about Gilly's House of Cocktails

Address

Gilly's House of Cocktails is located at 2306 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego, CA 92104, United States

Phone

The phone number of Gilly's House of Cocktails is +1 619-298-6008

Website

The website of Gilly's House of Cocktails is: gillyscocktails.com

Business Hours

Monday: 14:00–02:00
Tuesday: 14:00–02:00
Wednesday: 14:00–02:00
Thursday: 14:00–02:00
Friday: 13:00–02:00
Saturday: 13:00–02:00
Sunday: 13:00–02:00

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