Bayside Kitchen + Bar

Bayside Kitchen + Bar Bayside Kitchen + Bar is a cocktail bar located on Pacific Highway in Little Italy, San Diego. The restaurant offers valet parking at the neighboring Hilton Garden Inn with validation available and is situated in an iconic art-deco restaurant complex. Bayside Kitchen + Bar serves up delicious SoCal-inspired comfort food that embodies San Diego's local laid-back culture.

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09/20/2026

There’s still time for one more family adventure. Make memories, enjoy sweet treats and experience Candy Land together! 🍭✨

Larger-than-life sweets, playful colors and surprises around every corner. There’s so much to explore inside Candy Land!...
09/19/2026

Larger-than-life sweets, playful colors and surprises around every corner. There’s so much to explore inside Candy Land! 🍭✨

Dinner is served...with something for kids, grown-ups and every appetite in between. Join us at Candy Land for colorful ...
09/18/2026

Dinner is served...with something for kids, grown-ups and every appetite in between. Join us at Candy Land for colorful favorites and classic comfort food - link in bio! 🍔🌈

09/15/2026

Sweet or sour? Colorful drink or over-the-top dessert? Choose your favorites and make sure to comment below!

What we’re ordering today: the rainbow grilled cheese for the table and a classic cheeseburger all to ourselves. 🌈🍔
09/09/2026

What we’re ordering today: the rainbow grilled cheese for the table and a classic cheeseburger all to ourselves. 🌈🍔

09/07/2026

A little mixing, a little magic and plenty of color. See how one of our signature Candy Land drinks comes to life and book your tickets through the ink in our bio!

“OMG, my favorite childhood board game came to life!” 🍭✨ made her way through the colorful world of Candy Land Café, com...
09/05/2026

“OMG, my favorite childhood board game came to life!” 🍭✨

made her way through the colorful world of Candy Land Café, complete with larger-than-life sweets, nostalgic photo ops and plenty of treats along the way.

Ready to play? Grab your tickets through the link in bio and step inside San Diego’s sweetest experience before it’s gone! 🎟️🍬

09/03/2026

The sweetest San Diego adventure won’t be here much longer. Visit Candy Land at Bayside Kitchen + Bar before it closes in early October. Tickets are available through the link in bio. 🍭

Proof that your camera eats first.
08/28/2026

Proof that your camera eats first.

Sugar rush? Absolutely.
08/24/2026

Sugar rush? Absolutely.

08/22/2026

These deserve a quick photoshoot before the first sip.

08/18/2026

Future you is going to be really happy this reservation already exists.

Don't leave family night to chance.

Adulting can wait.For the next hour, you're in Candy Land.
08/16/2026

Adulting can wait.

For the next hour, you're in Candy Land.

Flowers are nice.Dessert that sparks an entire conversation? Even better.
08/15/2026

Flowers are nice.

Dessert that sparks an entire conversation? Even better.

08/13/2026

The secret ingredient?

A team that somehow makes every dish even better than the last one.

Turns out the magic starts long before the first customer walks through the door.

08/10/2026

This isn't one of those places where you sit down and leave.

Push the buttons. Take the pictures. Play with your food (just a little).

Your camera roll is about to get a whole lot cuter.Every corner has something worth snapping, every plate deserves a pho...
08/08/2026

Your camera roll is about to get a whole lot cuter.

Every corner has something worth snapping, every plate deserves a photo, and yes... the lighting understands the assignment.

Show us your favorite Candy Land Café moment.

Life's sweeter with a little adventure.Grab your favorite people, order something fun, and make room for dessert. Trust ...
08/06/2026

Life's sweeter with a little adventure.

Grab your favorite people, order something fun, and make room for dessert. Trust us, you'll be talking about it long after the last bite.

Address

2137 Pacific Highway
San Diego, CA
92101

To get to the establishment at Pacific Highway, you can take the trolley and get off at the County Center/Little Italy station. From there, it's a 10-minute walk heading north.

Alternatively, if driving, take the Pacific Highway exit from either direction on the I-5. There is on-street parking available nearby or you can park in a paid parking lot within walking distance of the area.

Opening Hours

Monday 6am - 10pm
Tuesday 6am - 10pm
Wednesday 6am - 10pm
Thursday 6am - 10pm
Friday 6am - 10pm
Saturday 7am - 10pm
Sunday 7am - 10pm

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What people say

Bayside Kitchen + Bar is a must-visit cocktail bar located in the heart of Little Italy, San Diego. The bar offers valet parking at the neighboring Hilton Garden Inn, making it convenient for visitors to enjoy their time without worrying about parking. The location of Bayside Kitchen + Bar is iconic as it breathes new life into the site of one of the neighborhood's most distinctive landmarks - the art-deco restaurant complex that was long emblazoned by the glowing neon lights of the city's former 'Fat City' and 'China Camp' restaurants.

The bar's SoCal-inspired comfort food menu is a perfect blend of local laid-back culture and delicious cuisine. Whether you're looking for a quick bite or a full meal, Bayside Kitchen + Bar has something for everyone. The cocktails are also worth mentioning as they are expertly crafted and perfectly complement the food menu.

Overall, Bayside Kitchen + Bar is an excellent spot to unwind after work or catch up with friends over drinks and food. With its prime location on Pacific Highway, this cocktail bar is definitely worth checking out if you're in San Diego.